Politics & Policy

Images of top administration officials taking stepped-up protective measures come as states seek to loosen economic restrictions put in place to mitigate the virus’ spread.

Houses of worship have taken a financial hit due to the pandemic. Many have applied for federal aid under the Small Business Administration's Paycheck Protection Program.

Republican-controlled legislatures are increasingly trying to strip Democratic governors of their executive authority to close businesses and schools.

Gov. Wolf’s administration faced criticism that its business waiver process during the shutdown seemed arbitrary and its decision making was opaque.

The governor has at least two choices, experts say: turn over the information or invoke executive privilege, potentially setting off a court fight.

If passed, the city would still have some of the strongest restrictions in the country.

Gov. Phil Murphy said Thursday evening that he expects New Jersey beaches to be open by Memorial Day weekend, the traditional start to the summer season.

The idea has been successful in other U.S. cities.

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Kenney created the Zero Waste and Litter Cabinet with a radical goal of reducing litter and waste by 90%.

While city officials focus on hammering out a post-pandemic budget, the development industry and allies are working to hold onto a valuable tax perk.

It was supposed to be published last Friday, but agency scientists were told the guidance “would never see the light of day,” according to a CDC official.

Survivor advocates say the new regulations will have a chilling effect on reporting, as alleged victims may view it as futile to file a formal complaint, or retraumatizing.

Gov. Tom Wolf wants to create a new, federally-funded ‘civilian corps’ to help respond to COVID-19. But many of the details are still unclear.

The governor championed government transparency during his campaigns, but now that commitment is being tested.