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Pa. state Rep. Joe Hogan and Democratic challenger Kristin Egan are seen in side-by-side headshots
Elections
Pennsylvania

Pa. election 2026: What to know about the 142nd House District race in Bucks County

Republican incumbent state Rep. Joe Hogan is facing a challenge from Democrat Kristin Egan.

2 weeks ago

Mikie Sherrill speaks
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New Jersey

N.J. Gov. Sherrill issues statement on Lt. Gov. Caldwell’s alleged inappropriate behavior with women, ethics violations

Sherrill said she will take appropriate action quickly if the evidence warrants.

2 weeks ago

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National

‘Trumpapalooza’: Vulnerable incumbents among those attending the Republican midterm convention

U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean is also headed to Dallas to join other Democrats for a parallel event designed to counter the GOP message.

2 weeks ago

President Donald Trump speaks about the Iran war from the Cross Hall of the White House on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, Pool)
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National politics roundup

We’re digging into all the top headlines with local commentators on either side of the .

Air Date: September 8, 2026

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the data center in Vineland being constructed
Elections
New Jersey
Technology

Data center opposition could become a key issue in New Jersey’s midterm elections

A growing number of towns are banning data centers because of quality-of-life and financial concerns.

2 weeks ago

Vote-by-mail ballot
Elections
Government
National

Federal judge extends block on Trump executive order seeking to limit mail voting in the midterms

North Carolina began sending mail ballots out Friday and election officials in many states say it’s too late to meet the new requirements.

2 weeks ago

Side-by-side photos of Eileen Hartnett Albillar and Pa. state Sen. Frank Farry
Elections
Pennsylvania

Pa. election 2026: What Bucks County voters should know about the 6th Senate District race between Frank Farry and Eileen Hartnett Albillar

Eileen Hartnett Albillar is challenging Republican incumbent state Sen. Frank Farry in a face-off that could flip the balance of power in the Pennsylvania state Senate.

2 weeks ago

Pa. state Sen. Tracy Pennycuick, candidate Christopher Thomas and candidate Michael Schonewolf Jr. appear in side-by-side photos
Elections
Pennsylvania

Pa. election 2026: What to know about the 24th Senate District race in Berks and Montco

Republican incumbent Tracy Pennycuick faces two midterm challengers: Democrat Christopher Thomas and Green Party candidate Michael Schonewolf Jr.

2 weeks ago

A forested area
Delaware
Outdoors
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‘Passing this ordinance was crucial’: Sussex Council adopts county’s first forest preservation law after months of public deliberation

The Sussex County Council voted unanimously to adopt a set of standards that protects trees amid ongoing development. The rules go into effect in three months.

2 weeks ago

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A ''Vote Here'' sign indicates a polling place at Rowan College in Mount Laurel, N.J., Monday, Oct. 27, 2025.
Elections
New Jersey

New Jersey election 2026: Voter guides, key races and more

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Here’s what’s at stake in the midterms, along with voting logistics, candidate breakdowns and more.

2 weeks ago

Mail ballots for the 2020 General Election
Delaware
Elections
Government

‘Chaos and confusion’: Delaware lawmakers warn Trump’s mail ballot order could disenfranchise voters

Election data shows that Democrats were more likely to vote by mail in 2024 than those with other political affiliations.

3 weeks ago

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Recorder of Deeds Mike Kozikowski and County Councilman Dave Tackett
Delaware
Government Accountability

‘Could be considered a bribe’: Delaware incumbent was secretly recorded offering potential challenger a job if he didn’t run

Mike Kozikowski, New Castle County’s recorder of deeds, promised County Councilman David Tackett a $76,295-a-year post to stay off the primary ballot.

3 weeks ago

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Philadelphia
Billy Penn

U.S. Constitution set the tone for American democracy – and it was signed in Philly

The document that established the U.S. and its guiding principles was signed in Philly. Here is how the Constitution helped influence America over the years.

3 weeks ago

People wait for President Donald Trump to arrive at an event at the General Motors Proving Ground Monday, July 27, 2026, in Milford, Mich. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Studio 2
Environment
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Technology

The politics of AI data centers

Public opposition over data centers is uniting people of all political stripes and forcing politicians to course correct.

Air Date: September 2, 2026

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Protesters are seen through the glass of an ICE office in Philadelphia
Immigration
Pennsylvania
Policing

Upper Darby introduces expansive ICE ordinance

The legislation could serve as a “model ordinance” for other municipalities, said Upper Darby Councilmember Kyle McIntyre.

3 weeks ago

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