Politics & Policy

The cause was under investigation, but Norwegian police reported bad weather in the area.

Sen. Troy Singleton said the proposal would increase understanding of how American democracy works.

The Crown Act bill would make it explicit that such discrimination is a violation of federal civil rights law. The bill now goes to the Senate, where its fate is uncertain.

Shapiro’s plan comes out as high gas prices have made cutting gas taxes a hot topic. Shapiro says households could get a $250 payment for each passenger vehicle.

The U.S. is looking to deter Beijing from providing military or economic assistance for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

The HUD funds will support existing programs working to provide housing and other assistance through the city’s Office of Housing Services.

Will Vladimir Putin resort to nuclear or chemical weapons as the war drags on? And, what are the tactics being used by both sides to win the information war?

The bill suspends normal trade relations with the countries, another move to squeeze them economically in retaliation for the invasion of Ukraine.

N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy has put out the welcome mat for Ukrainian refugees, but the White House says most refugees have expressed a desire to stay in Europe.

Russia's Tass news agency says a court near Moscow announced it has extended the detention of WNBA star Brittney Griner until May 19.

Until Wednesday, Oz said he’d keep his dual citizenship so he has legal power in Turkey to make health care decisions for his Alzheimer’s-stricken mother.

The use of social media for bragging about violent acts is on the increase in Philadelphia. Police say young people aren’t realizing the true reality of their actions.

WHYY, WBGO, and WNYC present “Ask Governor Murphy” — a live, monthly call-in show during which Gov. Murphy answers your most pressing questions.

City party members heard speeches from all three primary candidates. Lamb won the vote ‘overwhelmingly,’ Democratic leader Bob Brady said.

Streeteries have been a godsend for restaurants during these two last years of the pandemic, but owners aren’t happy with proposed new rules.