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Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
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The founding of Pennsylvania and the legacy of the Pa. Constitution

What made Pennsylvania's first ever constitution so radical that it only lasted 14 years? And how did such a short lived document have such a long lasting impact?

Air Date: June 18, 2026

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mail ballots being processed
Elections
Government
Pennsylvania

Chester County names Michele DiCaprio as new voter services director, following 2025 election controversy

The West Chester resident was previously a senior U.S. diplomat in Mozambique.

2 months ago

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Government Accountability
Immigration
New Jersey
Policing

Trenton City Council votes to prevent its police department from assisting ICE

The council passed the proposal that prevents Trenton police from assisting ICE on civil immigration enforcement in a 4-2 vote.

2 months ago

Listen 1:07
Cindy Bass in council chambers
Elections
Government Accountability
Philadelphia

Ward election in Philly under protest after questionable voice vote

This week’s vote is being appealed to the Democratic City Committee after Councilmember Cindy Bass approved a voice vote in her own favor.

2 months ago

Mayor Cherelle Parker
Government
Philadelphia

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker signs $7.1B budget into law following City Council approval

After weeks of debate, City Council approved the budget without Mayor Parker's proposed taxes on ride-share and short-term rentals.

2 months ago

Listen 1:12
Nikil Saval speaks at an ICE rally
Immigration
Public Spaces

Pennsylvania Democrats rally in support of ‘ICE Out’ bills in state Senate

The legislation comes as U.S. House Republicans look to pass a $70 billion spending package for immigration enforcement.

2 months ago

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President Donald Trump stands behind a podium
Delaware
Health Care
New Jersey
Pennsylvania

Trump administration warns more than 500 hospitals to provide more price information or face fines

Failing to comply with the warnings comes with penalties as high as $2 million a year.

2 months ago

U.S. President Donald Trump looks on next to, from bottom right, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, top right, Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Apple CEO Tim Cook, top left, and others during a welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, Thursday, May 14, 2026. (Maxim Shemetov/Pool Photo via AP)
Studio 2
Government Accountability

Documenting corruption in the Trump White House

New York Times investigative reporter Eric Lipton on the unprecedented ways in which President Trump is profiting from the presidency.

Air Date: June 9, 2026 12:00 pm

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Graham Platner, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, speaks at a campaign event Friday, June 5, 2026, in Bar Harbor, Maine. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
Studio 2
Elections
Politics

Should personal scandals matter at the ballot box?

How much do democrats really care about questions of character for potential political leaders? And in an era of hyper-polarization… has the calculus changed?

Air Date: June 8, 2026 1:00 pm

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Xiente Busesito leaders stand in front of the Busesito mobile pre-K bus
Community Events
Philadelphia

From poverty to independence: Panel explores the roots of social mobility including guaranteed income and financial coaching

At its “Prosperity Breakfast,” Xiente leaders discussed how guaranteed income, affordable housing and coaching can help families achieve financial independence.

2 months ago

Listen 1:08
People sitting in the seats during a Trenton City Council hearing.
Government Accountability
Immigration
New Jersey
Policing

Trenton City Council delays vote on ICE cooperation ban after pushback on immigration detainers

The proposal has been tabled for two weeks after tensions between city council members and immigrant activists flared at Thursday’s council meeting.

2 months ago

Listen 1:10
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker delivers budget address
Economy
Government
Philadelphia

Philadelphia City Council rejects most of Mayor Cherelle Parker’s tax proposals to advance $7.1B budget

Parker blamed “billionaire tech companies” after Council rejected a $1 per-ride tax on rideshare services meant to benefit the school district.

2 months ago

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State Capitol building
Delaware
Government

Delaware lawmakers propose adding $87M to FY2027 budget, exceeding governor’s growth cap

Lawmakers targeted improvements in education and child care, focusing on early education and underserved students.

2 months ago

Listen 0:51
Mikie Sherrill speaking at a podium during a press conference
New Jersey
Travel

REAL ID appointments now easier and quicker to make according to New Jersey’s Motor Vehicle Commission

Four additional offices are now issuing REAL ID licenses, and applicants can upload proof of residency on their cell phones.

2 months ago

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Camden Council President Angel Fuentes speaks at the State of the City address at Camden High School on June 3, 2026.Camden Council President Angel Fuentes speaks at the State of the City address at Camden High School on June 3, 2026.
Economy
Government
New Jersey

Camden’s mayor says investments in public safety, jobs and neighborhoods are making the city stronger

The mayor spent more than 50 minutes highlighting the city’s record-low crime, neighborhood investments and workforce initiatives in his State of the City address.

2 months ago

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