Politics & Policy
What it looks like to have a record number of women in the House of Representatives
One hundred twenty-seven. That's how many women will be in Congress this year, up from 110 in the previous Congress. It's a jump that's simultaneously so big and so small.
5 years ago
Hackers attack hundreds of high-profile German politicians, post private data online
Hackers have published cellphone numbers, credit card data and private communications belonging to members of nearly every German political party, in a sweeping breach last mo
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N.J. sees progress in test of paper-trail voting machines that allow audit of results
A review of midterm election offers assurance that electronic vote counts are reliable, but lawmakers show limited interest in deploying the technology statewide.
5 years ago
New Jersey tax amnesty ends Jan. 15
Trenton occasionally rolls out a tax amnesty program to get a quick revenue boost. Officials say discounts on unpaid tax obligations prompt people to settle up with the state.
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N.J., Del. govs look for ‘speedy resolution’ on Delaware Memorial Bridge toll hike
After N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy balked at a toll hike on the Delaware Memorial Bridge to fund repairs, he and Del. Gov. John Carney are promising a "speedy resolution."
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Bernie Sanders responds to allegations of sexism, harassment by aides during 2016 race
Over the past week, alumni of Bernie Sanders' presidential campaign have stepped forward to allege inappropriate behavior and unfair treatment of women.
5 years ago
Message to Trump: ‘The time for accountability has arrived’
Today marks the end of all-Republican rule in Washington, thanks to the tallest blue wave since 1974.
5 years ago
The new governments of Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania
Air Date: January 3, 2019 10:00 am
Listen 49:01Pa. House GOP shuffles committee chairs as new session begins
A key turnover took place in the powerful House Judiciary Committee. Franklin County’s Rob Kauffman will take over the chairmanship from Ron Marsico, who retired last year.
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West Philadelphia ShopRite closing, owner blames soda tax
Once the store closes in March, Jeff Brown says, the workforce at his stores in the city will have shrunk by about 300 since the tax took effect.
5 years ago
Listen 1:04Little sign of progress on wall stalemate after hill leaders briefed at White House
A closed-door briefing for congressional leaders in the White House Situation Room on Wednesday failed to resolve any issues over funding for border security.
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Philly City Hall adds metal detectors for visitors in the new year
Up until now, people attending Philadelphia City Council's weekly meeting or reporting for civil jury duty had to pass through metal detectors. Now it will be everyone.
5 years ago
Advocates cheer public health, environmental benefits of new N.J. smoking ban
A ban on smoking cigarettes and vaping takes effect January 16, 2019.
5 years ago
Amid swearing-in, Pa. lawmakers add significant updates to chamber rules
Pennsylvania’s House and Senate swore in their newly-elected members on New Year’s Day and are now gearing up to start a two-year legislative session.
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Democrats unveil changes to House rules on debt ceiling, ethics
Top Democrats announced late Sunday a series of changes to House rules that could eliminate causes of major instability during the previous eight years of Republican rule.
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