Politics & Policy
After staged referendums, Russia prepares to annex occupied Ukraine
The European Commission president urged the European Union’s 27 member countries to slap more sanctions on Russian officials and trade over the “sham referendums.”
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Gov. Murphy addresses opposition to offshore wind energy in New Jersey
New Jersey is committed to producing 11,000 megawatts of wind energy by 2040.
3 years ago
Race to watch: Pa. state Rep. Todd Stephens faces off against challenger Melissa Cerrato
Abortion has become a huge issue in the race for 151st District in Montgomery County. Stephens sent Cerrato a cease-and-desist if she doesn’t stop talking about his record.
3 years ago
This congressional staff became the first in U.S. history to form a union
The Congressional Workers Union announced on Monday via Twitter that the office of Rep. Andy Levin, D-Mich., won its union election — the first one to do so on the Hill.
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Councilmember Isaiah Thomas releases a list of recommendations for alleviating gun violence in Philadelphia.
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Biden’s strategy to end hunger in U.S. includes more benefits
The Biden administration has an ambitious goal for America: ending hunger in the U.S. by 2030.
3 years ago
Philly mayor bans guns at city recreation facilities
The executive order is similar to a measure passed by Philadelphia City Council in 2019.
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Voters could face at least six proposed referendums in spring 2023, including one that could pave the way to banning abortion access.
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Pennsylvania spending $45M to establish 3 new state parks
The parks will be at a nature preserve in Tunkhannock, on Big Elk Creek in the Philadelphia suburbs, and along the Susquehanna River near Wrightsville.
3 years ago
White House: New rule will show ‘true cost’ of plane tickets
The proposed rule would help consumers save money up front and encourage more competition among airlines to offer better fares.
3 years ago
Pa. election 2022: How to serve as a poll worker on Nov. 8
With the 2022 Pennsylvania election less than two months away, the state is recruiting people to set up polling places, assist voters, and more on Election Day.
3 years ago
Protest calls for an end to carriage horses on Philly streets
The effort is designed to end a Philly tradition which animal activists say is unsafe and unhealthy for the horses.
3 years ago
No one likes paying taxes, but local property taxes in Pennsylvania are especially loathed.
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Lawmakers honor former N.J. Gov. and U.S. Rep. James Florio
Gov. Jim Florio passed away Sunday of heart failure. Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle honor the eight-term congressman.
3 years ago
To stop their sewer system sale, Towamencin residents want to change local law
Towamencin residents are trying an innovative approach to stop the sale of their sewer system, and voters have a chance to weigh in.
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