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Gov. Matt Meyer
Delaware
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Delaware Gov. Meyer says he will eliminate state’s ‘electric vehicle mandate’

The governor’s predecessor worked on enacting the controversial requirement for nearly two years. EV sales continue to grow, though

1 year ago

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An American flag flying with a Penn flag
Gender
Government
Politics
Sports

Trump administration says Penn violated sex discrimination laws after transgender swimmer competed

The U.S. Education Department wants Penn to strip swimmer Lia Thomas of awards and apologize to female swimmers. The school has said it followed NCAA and Ivy League policies.

1 year ago

A moderator on stage with 5 panelists for the town hall
Delaware
Government
Politics

Delaware’s elected leaders urge continued collective power against Trump administration during packed town hall

Members of the public voiced concerns about cuts to emergency aid and pushed for 1960s-style civil disobedience.

1 year ago

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President Donald Trump speaks with reporters
Government
Government Accountability
National

Trump made big promises and moved at frenetic speed. 100 days in, here’s what he’s done and not done

As President Donald Trump hits his 100th day in office Tuesday, his imprint is everywhere. But the long-term impact is often unclear.

1 year ago

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy at the Philly Shipyard
Business
Government
Philadelphia

U.S. transportation secretary calls for more shipbuilding during visit to Philly shipyard

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said he believes ramping up shipbuilding is key to the country’s security and independence.

1 year ago

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President Donald Trump speaks with reporters
Government
National

Takeaways from Trump’s first 100 days: Steamrolling government and strong-arming allies

Here are some key takeaways from the most consequential start of a term of an American presidency since Franklin D. Roosevelt.

1 year ago

Scott Perry speaks
Government
National
Politics

Swing-district Republicans in U.S. Congress have been hard to find for people angry about Trump

The U.S. House is ending a 17-day recess. Some Republicans, including conservatives from Pennsylvania and other swing states, have avoided in-person events and town halls.

1 year ago

Shipping containers at the Port of Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Business
Economy
Philadelphia

Pennsylvania exporters brace for the cost of retaliatory tariffs during Trump’s trade war

Retaliatory tariffs are hurting some Pennsylvania exporters trying to sell American products abroad during Donald Trump’s trade war.

1 year ago

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Attendees navigate different tasks during the Eastern State Penitentiary’s Reentry Simulation
Incarceration

Eastern State Penitentiary’s reentry simulation offers glimpse into post-incarceration challenges

Dozens of visitors to the Eastern State Penitentiary got to experience the challenges of acclimating to post-incarceration life.

1 year ago

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Students walking on Penn's campus
Higher Education
Immigration
Politics

Trump administration reverses course, restores international student status to Penn affiliates and others

Earlier this month, the Trump administration suddenly terminated student status for more than 1,000 international college students.

1 year ago

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Un signo dice Bienvenido a Wilmington
Delaware
Government
Government Accountability

‘Secreto’: El Ayuntamiento de Wilmington busca permiso de los legisladores estatales para reunirse en privado, fuera de las reuniones abiertas previstas por la ley

Los opositores a la propuesta dicen que el Ayuntamiento de Wilmington debería discutir los asuntos políticos abiertamente.

1 year ago

Cynthia
Delaware
Gender
Law

Delaware evalúa responder al memorando del Departamento de Educación de EE. UU. que amenaza la financiación de estudiantes de bajos ingresos mediante programas DEI

La Oficina de Derechos Civiles del Departamento de Educación de Estados Unidos dice que la financiación federal es un privilegio, no un derecho.

1 year ago

The headquarters for National Public Radio
Media
Pennsylvania
TV

‘Essential’ or ‘propaganda’: Pa. lawmakers differ on support for Trump’s call to eliminate funding of NPR and PBS

Pennsylvania Democrats said they would fight Republican efforts to defund NPR and PBS while most Republicans declined requests for comment.

1 year ago

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The image shows a lighter from the Pennsylvania-based company Zippo, decorated with the Canadian flag. Many local businesses in the Greater Philadelphia area depend on Canada as a key trading partner. Is our relationship at risk?
(Photo: Andreas Copes)
Studio 2
Economy
Government
National

Trade, tourism, culture: Philly region’s tie to Canada

Our area has strong cultural and economic ties with Canada. They’re our biggest trading partner and tourism between our borders is popular and convenient.

Air Date: April 24, 2025 12:00 pm

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Sarah McBride speaks
Delaware
Government

Delaware elected leaders to hold in-person town hall as Trump approaches 100 days in office

The town hall includes Delaware’s congressional leaders as well as Gov. Matt Meyer and state Attorney General Kathy Jennings.

1 year ago

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