Politics & Policy
Indiana Rep. Jackie Walorski killed in car crash, her office says
She previously served three terms in the state’s legislature. Walorski, 58, was born in South Bend and lived near Elkhart, Indiana.
4 years ago
Gov. Murphy signs law extending expanded outdoor dining rules
Recent surveys have found that a high percentage of restaurant patrons would like to see COVID-inspired outdoor dining continue.
4 years ago
Explaining the $14 billion tax ‘loophole’ that Senate Democrats want to close
The "carried interest loophole" allows hedge fund managers to tax their income at a lower rate than an ordinary salary. The unpopular provision has survived many challenges.
4 years ago
By an overwhelming margin, voters in Kansas decide to keep abortion legal
Kansas was the first state to vote on abortion rights since the U.S. Supreme Court handed down its ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson's Women's Health Organization.
4 years ago
Pennsylvania’s latest budget included new funding for counties to administer elections. But counties say it includes strings that make their jobs harder.
4 years ago
Senate approves bill to aid vets exposed to toxic burn pits
The GOP objections delayed final passage, infuriating veterans groups and advocates, including comedian Jon Stewart.
4 years ago
Justices uphold Pennsylvania’s 2019 mail voting expansion
The 5-2 ruling means expanded vote-by-mail will almost certainly be in place for marquee races in November for governor and U.S. Senate.
4 years ago
U.S. Speaker Pelosi arrives in Taiwan, raising China tensions
Nancy Pelosi arrived in Taiwan on Tuesday night, becoming the highest-ranking American official to visit the self-ruled island that is claimed by China in 25 years.
4 years ago
Trolling along: Fetterman going big on social media vs. Oz
The social media strategy could prove potent in defining Oz as a carpetbagger disconnected from the state's residents and culture.
4 years ago
Advocacy groups, N.J. lawmakers decry lack of transparency in American Rescue Plan funding process
This week, Gov. Murphy will hold two public hearings where people can weigh in on how the remaining $1.4 billion in N.J.'s ARPA funds can be spent.
4 years ago
Joe Sestak, Christine Todd Whitman join Forward Party, a new third political party
The Forward Party aims to "give Americans more choices in elections, more confidence in a government that works, and more say in our future."
4 years ago
Pennsylvania’s Casey, Toomey on opposite sides of federal burn pit legislation
An expansion of VA benefits to those impacted by burn pits has Bob Casey and Pat Toomey on opposite sides of the legislative fence.
4 years ago
Biden’s COVID sequel: back on the balcony, dog for company
It’s back to the White House balcony and the Treaty Room for President Joe Biden as he contends with a “rebound” case of COVID-19.
4 years ago
All of Pa.’s GOP congressmen are endorsing Doug Mastriano for governor — except Fitzpatrick
His decision to steer clear could speak to Mastriano’s odds in the populous Philly suburbs: Many voters there appear unlikely to back him.
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