Politics & Policy
In the race for Philly mayor, Derek Green is coming out swinging
The former councilmember put out a biting statement about the latest entrant into the crowded Democratic field.
4 years ago
Philly DA Krasner sues to stop lawmakers from removing him
Philadelphia, not the state House or Senate, has oversight over potential impeachment and removal of its district attorney, the lawsuit claims.
4 years ago
N.J. domestic workers’ bill of rights moves ahead in the Senate despite GOP pushback
The legislation would provide privacy rights to domestic workers, and require employers and domestic employees to enter into a written contract.
4 years ago
Jan. 6 panel meets to mull potential criminal referrals for Trump, others
A subcommittee is expected to present their recommendations to the full panel on next steps to consider for Trump and other targets of the more than yearlong probe.
4 years ago
Pandemic curfew soon to be permanent fixture in Philly
City lawmakers say the goal is to keep young people safe inside at a time when city violence is high.
4 years ago
Senate passes railroad legislation to prevent a strike
The Senate has approved a measure meant to avert a railroad strike in eight days — without the paid sick days rail workers have been asking for.
4 years ago
The teams helping Josh Shapiro prepare to become Pa.’s governor include wealthy donors, Republicans
During Pennsylvania’s 2022 midterm election, members of Shapiro’s transition teams gave $805,000 to his campaign.
4 years ago
N.J. Gov. Murphy doubles down on black bear hunt after judge issues temporary hold
A New Jersey appellate court judge issued an emergency stay Wednesday temporarily halting the hunt which was set to begin Monday.
4 years ago
Does Central Jersey exist? Proposed tourism bill hopes to settle the debate
State Sen. Andrew Zwicker’s proposal to boost tourism in Central Jersey would put a clear definition on the often-debated region.
4 years ago
Former Assembly minority leader Sen. Jon Branmick speaks about winning back public trust in a post-Trump era.
4 years ago
Listen 1:35Pennsylvania Senate to put Philly DA Larry Krasner on trial
The Pa. state Senate is beginning what could be a long, partisan process of considering whether to force Philadelphia Democratic District Attorney Larry Krasner from office.
4 years ago
Election certification delays few, but a ‘test run’ for 2024
In Pennsylvania, a handful of the state's 67 counties have delayed certification because of recounts demanded by local conspiracy theorists in scattered precincts.
4 years ago
Recount efforts hold up Pennsylvania election certifications
Challenges organized or supported by conservative groups are being pursued weeks after the election without evidence of problems that might change the results.
4 years ago
The first Asian American woman in City Council champions education, housing, and labor.
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Rejecting undated mail ballots disproportionately impacts communities of color in Pa., data shows
During the 2022 PA election, counties weren't allowed to count undated or incorrectly dated mail ballots.
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