Politics & Policy
Sponsor of Delaware’s minimum wage increase predicts success
With just 11 legislative working days left in the General Assembly’s calendar, supporters of a bill to increase Delaware’s minimum wage are urging lawmakers to act.
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The Pentagon has never passed an audit. Some senators want to change that
The Pentagon went through its first independent financial audit in 2017. But after three failed attempts, lawmakers are losing their patience.
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Pa. voters give legislature more power to override governor during emergency declarations
Republicans in Pennsylvania have won a significant victory in their efforts to curtail a governor’s power in emergency situations.
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Gainey likely to become Pittsburgh’s first Black mayor; Peduto concedes in Democratic primary
State Rep. Ed Gainey appears to have defeated two-term incumbent Mayor Bill Peduto, the first time a sitting mayor has lost a re-election bid in modern memory.
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Congress passes bill to counter the rise in anti-Asian hate crimes
The legislation, which had near-unanimous support from the Senate, now goes to President Biden's desk for his signature.
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Philly election official describes a ‘rough morning’ at short-staffed polls
While turnout has been low, poll workers say they lack the staffing they need at some polling locations.
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Slow drip of voters on primary day in Philly, as poll workers ‘hope and pray’ for more turnout
“As far as the judges are concerned,” said one election worker, “I don’t think people give that the weight that it really does carry.”
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Pa. Primary: Krasner wins; mail ballot mistake delayed count
Stakes are high this primary election, which features races that could have a resounding impact on the city and state criminal justice systems.
5 years ago
Report: DHS division failed to analyze intelligence ahead of Capitol violence
A forthcoming report says DHS had the intel needed to predict the pro-Trump rally would become violent. What was missing was DHS telling the people who needed to know.
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When will Philly mail ballots be counted? It could take a couple of days
If turnout is low, there might not be clear winners on election night.
5 years ago
‘We don’t want chaos in 2022’: Pa. battle over new congressional map stalled over data lag
Due to pandemic-induced delays, lawmakers still don’t have the detailed census data that states need to redraw congressional districts.
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It’s Primary Day in Pennsylvania. Here’s what voters need to know
It’s Primary Day in Pennsylvania. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Here’s what else you need to know to vote.
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After a "nightmare" year led to massive turnover among those who run Pa.'s elections, there are growing calls for standardized training to provide more support and guidance.
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Bill requiring ultrasound offer before abortion unlikely to pass Delaware committee
A Republican-backed bill that would require doctors offer an ultrasound before an abortion procedure will likely languish in the Senate Sunset Committee.
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N.J.’s primary election is June 8. Here’s what voters need to know
This year’s primary election in New Jersey will be run mostly in person. Here’s what you need to know about how to cast your vote and who’s on the ballot.
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