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New Jersey

New Jersey special election 2026: Former Congressman Tom Malinowski concedes primary to Analilia Mejia

The concession comes nearly a week after Election Day in the primary race to fill Mikie Sherrill’s U.S. House seat.

1 month ago

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Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Del.
Delaware

“Momento crucial”: los demócratas del Senado de Delaware se oponen a la financiación adicional para ICE tras las muertes en Minneapolis

La delegación del Congreso de Delaware afirma que los agentes federales de inmigración están actuando al margen de la ley y disparando contra estadounidenses en las calles

1 month ago

Philadelphia City Hall
Kids
Philadelphia
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Philly moves forward with plan to make youth ombudsperson office permanent

The office helps improve safety and quality of services to ensure young people in residential placements are being taken care of properly.

1 month ago

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side-by-side photos of Mikie Sherrill and Matt Meyer
Delaware
Immigration
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‘No regard for human life’: Lawmakers, activists urge Delaware and New Jersey governors to oppose partnering with ICE contractor

The Delaware River and Bay Authority said not approving the proposed lease agreement with aviation company Daedalus could put it at financial risk.

1 month ago

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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro
Energy
Environment
Pennsylvania

Why Gov. Shapiro wants to scrutinize electric utility profits

Gov. Josh Shapiro has a plan to scrutinize utility profits. Investor-owned utilities say it's important to invest in infrastructure that keeps the lights on.

1 month ago

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New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill waves
Elections
Government
New Jersey

New Jersey Democrats pick from crowded field in special election for Sherrill’s U.S. House seat

Sherrill vacated the seat after she won the governorship last year, opening up the competitive Democratic primary.

2 months ago

A delivery worker rides a motorized bicycle
New Jersey
Transportation

New Jersey’s new e-bike law deemed discriminatory by immigrant advocates and older adults

Cycling organizations, older adults and immigrant advocacy groups are calling on legislators to amend the new law.

2 months ago

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Josh Shapiro speaks
Energy
Environment
Pennsylvania

Pa. Gov. Shapiro says investor-owned utilities are making too much profit at the expense of ratepayers

Shapiro’s plan includes heightened scrutiny of utility profits by state regulators and getting rid of “junk fees.”

2 months ago

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A man is standing at a podium asking a question during the meeting
Elections
Government Accountability
Pennsylvania

Chester County pledges to ‘make it right’ as it navigates fallout from poll book error

Although an outside investigation determined “human error” caused the Election Day mistake, some in Chester County are demanding consequences.

2 months ago

President Donald Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi listen as FBI Director Kash Patel speaks during an event in the Oval Office at the White House, Oct. 15, 2025, in Washington.
Studio 2
Elections
National
Politics

President Trump’s push to ‘nationalize’ elections

After reviving his false claim that the 2020 election was stolen, President Trump is now urging Republicans to, in his words, “take over voting” and "nationalize elections.”

Air Date: February 4, 2026 12:00 pm

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El gobernador Matt Meyer pronunció su discurso
Delaware
Economy
Government

El gobernador de Delaware, Meyer, promete limitar el crecimiento del presupuesto en su discurso sobre el estado del estado

Meyer dijo que quiere crear más viviendas asequibles en todo el estado y criticó duramente los altos precios de la energía.

2 months ago

a lit cigarette in a hand
Delaware
Public Health
Taxes

Delaware’s proposal to raise taxes on tobacco could disproportionately affect low-income residents, policy experts argue

Legislation filed in the Delaware House last year to increase tobacco prices failed to get a committee hearing.

2 months ago

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Donald Trump speaking
Government
Infrastructure
National

Trump signs bill to end partial government shutdown, setting stage for next fight

The vote wraps up congressional work on 11 of the 12 annual appropriations bills, funding the vast majority of the government until Sept. 30.

2 months ago

Josh Shapiro speaks
Government
Pennsylvania

Shapiro wants more money for education, minimum wage increase in budget proposal

Gov. Josh Shapiro’s budget includes plans to spend $565 million to close long-standing gaps between wealthy and underfunded school districts.

2 months ago

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Studio 2
Politics
Protests

The politics of gun ownership

Guns are often portrayed as a symbol of conservative identity. Yet, as NPR reports, gun ownership and training have been rising among people with liberal political views.

Air Date: February 3, 2026 12:00 pm

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