Politics & Policy
Biden plans to stay home, testing limits of virtual campaign
Democrats aren't questioning his public health stance, but some of them wonder whether his digital-focused campaign is ready for a grueling battle against Donald Trump.
6 years ago
Pelosi unveils $3T virus bill, warns inaction costs more
The bill would provide nearly $1 trillion for states and cities, “hazard pay” for essential workers and a new round of cash payments to individuals.
6 years ago
Pennsylvania AG opens criminal probes into nursing homes
Pennsylvania's top prosecutor has opened criminal investigations into several nursing homes amid a coronavirus outbreak that has killed 2,600 residents of nursing homes.
6 years ago
U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean talks to Jennifer Lynn about the passing of her mother in law from COVID-19, how Pa. should reopen, and the need for tests.
6 years ago
Listen 6:06Pa. taxpayers foot bill to supply legislators, army of aides
An AP review of more than 6,000 pages of 2019 spending line items found lawmakers often use the latitude their own rules provide to decide what to buy and from whom.
6 years ago
Pennsylvania lawmakers’ spending on their own operations
Here are some highlights of how the Pennsylvania General Assembly spent taxpayer money on its own operations during the fiscal year that ended June 30.
6 years ago
Where to go from here? Virus experts questioned in Senate hearing
Dr. Anthony Fauci warned on Tuesday that “the consequences could be really serious” if cities and states reopen the U.S. economy too quickly.
6 years ago
Does Atlantic City need a mayor? Voters to weigh in by mail
Atlantic City's local government, which has been plagued by corruption dating back 100 years, could get a big change this week.
6 years ago
White House orders staff to wear face masks after new coronavirus cases
The directive out Monday comes after at least two members of the White House staff tested positive for the coronavirus last week.
6 years ago
Pa. counties rebel against closures and Gov. Wolf threatens funding
GOP members of the legislature are organizing to reopen Pennsylvania faster than Gov. Tom Wolf wants. Businesses that defy orders could lose state licenses.
6 years ago
Oil and gas companies asked, then received changes to Fed coronavirus stimulus program
Help with refinancing debt could help shale companies in PA
6 years ago
Trump faces virus risk at home amid push to ‘reopen’ nation
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.
6 years ago
Many houses of worship have sought government aid, surveys show
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.
6 years ago
GOP in power grab to rein in Dem governors on virus response
Republican-controlled legislatures are increasingly trying to strip Democratic governors of their executive authority to close businesses and schools.
6 years ago
Crayons, flowers, taxidermy: Wolf releases list of ‘life-sustaining’ business waivers
Gov. Wolf’s administration faced criticism that its business waiver process during the shutdown seemed arbitrary and its decision making was opaque.
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