Politics & Policy
The effort is designed to give a good first impression for thousands of visitors expected to visit Philadelphia for the nation’s 250th birthday.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:07U.S. House passes bill to extend health care subsidies in defiance of GOP leaders
The bill now goes to the Senate, where pressure is building for a similar bipartisan compromise.
2 weeks ago
Gov. Josh Shapiro officially launches reelection campaign
The governor starts his campaign with a record fundraising advantage in the likely faceoff against the popular state treasurer in November.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:03Avelo denies it ever had a contract to help deport immigrants. But flight tracker data shows it operated deportation flights.
2 weeks ago
Chester County poll book error investigation is complete, but findings won’t be released until later
Chester County officials are reviewing the report and will release it to the public at the county Board of Elections meeting on Jan. 27.
2 weeks ago
While Venezuela dominates the agenda on Capitol Hill this week, the midterms are fast approaching – key primaries are just months away. This and more in our roundtable.
Air Date: January 7, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:14While some are blaming a medical provider that was illegally contracted, their replacement was the subject of similar criticisms and accusations in the past.
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Listen 1:15Pemberton Township to select new mayor at Wednesday meeting
Jack Tompkins resigned on the day his liability insurance coverage would’ve ended. Township Council will pick from three names.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:02Delaware bill would decriminalize smoking marijuana in public
Smoking marijuana in public can lead to a criminal charge and up to five days in prison. The proposal would make it a civil violation subject to a fine.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:57Richard Womack named chair of Delaware County Council, Christine Reuther elected vice chair
Councilmember Richard Womack will serve as chair and Councilmember Christine Reuther will serve as vice chair of Delco Council.
2 weeks ago
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro has $30 million for his reelection bid, a new state record
Pennsylvania is a key presidential battleground state, and Shapiro's strong performance in the 2022 governor's race has raised his profile within the Democratic Party.
2 weeks ago
Philadelphia district attorney, controller and judges take oath of office for new term
Almost three dozen judges joined the district attorney and city controller in taking their oath of office in a formal ceremony.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:06The United States’ military attack on Venezuela set shockwaves around the world and raises big questions about U.S. foreign policy under President Donald Trump.
Air Date: January 5, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:02‘Mixed emotions’: U.S. strikes in Venezuela, capture of Maduro leave Philly region conflicted
Delaware Valley activists and lawmakers see potential for justice and danger following the U.S. military action.
3 weeks ago
What we know about a U.S. strike that captured Venezuela’s Maduro and what comes next
The operation, conducted early Saturday, has left Venezuela in turmoil, with its leadership uncertain and the impact on its military still unclear.
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