Politics & Policy
Sweet promises of soda tax money gone flat, Philly Controller says
The Controller’s analysis reported that about $22 million of the nearly $85 million in beverage tax revenue collected has gone towards pre-K and community schools.
6 years ago
Democrat Conor Lamb appears to have won Pa. special election. Here’s what it means
That a Democrat is even close in this Western Pennsylvania congressional district can mean only one thing — bad news for Republicans in this midterm year.
6 years ago
Report: Trump to name CNBC commentator Larry Kudlow as top economic adviser
Kudlow would seem to be somewhat in line with his predecessor, who was a creature of Wall Street. Both are fierce defenders of free trade and low taxes.
6 years ago
Dems have near-full candidate slates in Pa. House, Senate elections
Democrats have put together their largest slate of state House and Senate candidates in years. In November, they're hoping to start reversing Republicans' massive majorities.
6 years ago
On Pennsylvania Trump turf, a House seat goes blue in a Lambslide
Fear is contagious. And Republicans should be terrified about Tuesday night's congressional race in southwestern Pennsylvania.
6 years ago
Bill to shrink Pa. legislature moves forward; ultimate success uncertain
The state House has moved to change the commonwealth’s constitution and drastically reduce the size of the legislature.
6 years ago
N.J. governor calls for higher taxes, more money for schools
Murphy wants to raise the sales tax from 6.625 percent to 7 percent and include ride-sharing services and accommodations like Airbnb.
6 years ago
Changes on the way for Delaware’s sexual harassment policies and procedures
The Delaware Dept. of Human Resources report includes recommendations to improve state policies and procedures.
6 years ago
Listen 1:05New Jersey considers mandating silent alarms for schools
The silent alarm would be activated during a shooting or other school emergency. Former Gov. Chris Christie vetoed similar legislation three times over five years.
6 years ago
Tillerson’s ouster and its implications
Air Date: March 14, 2018 10:40 am
Listen 17:29What happened in the PA-18 special election?
Air Date: March 14, 2018 10:20 am
Listen 18:58In Harrisburg, Capitol police will bar lawmaker Miccarelli from building
State Rep. Tarah Toohil, who said Miccarelli stalked and harassed her in 2012, claimed he once brandished a gun and threatened to kill her by crashing his car.
6 years ago
Pa. lawmaker proposes fining parents $500 for child’s bullying
State Rep. Frank Burns' bill gives parents three strikes.
6 years ago
Mike Pompeo: A soldier, spy chief, and Tea Party Republican becomes a diplomat
Mike Pompeo, who President Trump tapped Tuesday to replace Rex Tillerson as secretary of state, has an extraordinary resume. However, he's never been a diplomat.
6 years ago