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Uber launches campaign against Philly’s proposed $1 rideshare tax

Under the mayor’s proposal, $1 from every Uber and Lyft ride in Philly would go to the city’s school district. Uber says riders will bear the cost.

1 month ago

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City Councilmember Rue Landau, at podium, and Councilmember Kendra Brooks
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Billy Penn

Parker administration calls anti-ICE bills ‘legally problematic’ but suggests mayor won’t block them

Under the proposed bill, DA Larry Krasner could prosecute federal agents for wearing masks and residents could sue them.

2 months ago

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History
Law
National
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LIVE from Penn Law: How the U.S. Supreme Court evolved through history

From Penn Carey Law School, a look at three consequential SCOTUS rulings. As The Court evolves with our democracy, how do generations view constitutional rights and ideals?

Air Date: April 13, 2026 12:00 pm

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the back of A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer
Immigration
Philadelphia
Policing

Philadelphia ‘ICE Out’ legislation: Here’s what to know as City Council weighs bills

A majority of Philadelphia City Council supports the measures, which would restrict federal immigration enforcement activities in the city.

2 months ago

A person adjusts their thermostat
Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania residents have an extra month to apply for heating assistance

Households faced higher heating bills this winter, as natural gas prices rose faster than inflation over the past year.

2 months ago

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Headshots of the five candidates for New Jersey's 4th Congressional District race
Elections
New Jersey

New Jersey election 2026: These 4 Democrats are competing to unseat Jeff Van Drew in Congress

The 2nd Congressional District is among South Jersey’s most closely watched races. Here’s what you need to know.

2 months ago

Matt Meyer speaks
Delaware
Politics

Delaware lawmakers move to codify budget advisory council after governor removes member for appearing to question his staff

Gov. Matt Meyer's controversial firing of former chair Michael Houghton is motivating lawmakers to make the group permanent.

2 months ago

A voter arrives at a polling place during the primary election in Philadelphia, Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
Elections
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia

Pa. election 2026: Primary voter guides, key races and more

Primary elections will take place Tuesday, May 19. Here’s what you should know beforehand, from voter deadlines to who’s on the ballot in Philadelphia and statewide.

2 months ago

Headshots of Lucia Simonelli and Bob Harvie side-by-side.
Elections
Pennsylvania

Pa. election 2026: Meet Bob Harvie and Lucia Simonelli, the Democrats fighting to unseat Brian Fitzpatrick in Congress

Democrats are aiming to flip the 1st Congressional District seat in Bucks County to help take control of the U.S. House. Here’s what you need to know.

2 months ago

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People walk past an informational panel at President's House Site Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025, in Philadelphia.
History
Philadelphia
Public Spaces

Court blocks National Park Service plans to replace slavery exhibit at President’s House Site

Advocates for the site say the new renderings diminish references to slavery and whitewash American history. A federal court stopped any further changes.

2 months ago

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer is seen from behind.
Delaware
Government Accountability
Immigration

Delaware House Democrats back bill to bar ICE civil arrests in courts; another measure would prohibit state support for private prisons

The bills being considered are in addition to four immigration-related laws implemented last year.

2 months ago

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Nicole Poore speaking with Quincy Allen during the luncheon.
Business
Delaware
Employment
Government Accountability

‘Severe appearance of impropriety’: Nonprofit run by Delaware senator gets millions of dollars a year from state grant, contracts

Jobs for Delaware Graduates hired Nicole Poore in 2014. Watchdog groups say lawmakers shouldn’t run agencies that get taxpayer money.

2 months ago

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side-by-side photos of Josh Shapiro and Stacy Garrity
Elections
Pennsylvania
Politics

Gov. Shapiro raises record $10 million in reelection race, eclipsing presumptive GOP competitor Stacy Garrity

A record quarter adds to the governor's $35 million cash edge over the likely GOP challenger.

2 months ago

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Donald Trump speaking at a podium, with Pete Hegseth standing beside him.
Government Accountability
International
Military

Some Pa., Del., N.J. lawmakers call for invoking the 25th Amendment in response to Trump’s Iran threat and deadline

Some members of Congress from the Greater Philadelphia area are calling for the invocation of the 25th Amendment to have President Donald Trump removed from office.

2 months ago

Isaiah Thomas looks on
Elections
Government
Philadelphia

Latest effort to change Philly’s ‘resign-to-run’ rules no longer to be included on May’s primary ballot

The ballot question, which could have allowed lawmakers to keep their seats while running for state or federal office, will no longer be part of May’s primary vote.

2 months ago

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