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Two South Philadelphians hold signs at a protest against ICE
Immigration
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Philadelphia council members want to enshrine ‘sanctuary’ status and ban ICE masking

A proposal to restrict ICE activities could clash with Mayor Cherelle Parker’s non-confrontational approach.

1 month ago

Two shoppers in the cosmetics department at Target
Energy
Environment
New Jersey

New Jersey bans some products with toxic PFAS chemicals. Here’s what to know

People can be exposed to the so-called “forever” chemicals from household products like carpets and cosmetics.

1 month ago

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Protesters outside City Hall
Immigration
Philadelphia
Protests

Hundreds march in Philadelphia to protest ICE: ‘We’re not going to let this stand’

The protesters called for workers to join a general strike started in Minnesota against the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown.

1 month ago

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Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa.
Pennsylvania
Policing

U.S. Sen. John Fetterman says he will not vote to shut down government over ICE funding

Although Fetterman called for the immigration operation in Minneapolis to “immediately end,” he vowed to never vote to shut down the government.

1 month ago

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People protest against ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) in downtown Minneapolis, Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Adam Gray)
Studio 2
National
Policing
Politics
Protests

Fatal shooting of Alex Pretti put ICE funding in national spotlight, again

Alex Pretti was killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis over the weekend - the second shooting this month. We'll discuss the contradictory statements by DHS officials and more.

Air Date: January 26, 2026 12:00 pm

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Federal agents stand near the site of a shooting
Gun Violence
Immigration
New Jersey
Pennsylvania

After federal immigration agents kill U.S. citizen in Minneapolis, Shapiro, Philly-area Dems decry ICE’s ‘abuses of power’

Pennsylvania's governor said that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's "clear abuses of power are only creating danger in our communities."

1 month ago

Chris Coons at WHYY studios
Delaware
Government Accountability
International

Delaware Sen. Chris Coons says Trump risked much and gained little with threats over Greenland

President Donald Trump backtracked this week from leveling tariffs on European allies in a bid to coerce the acquisition of Greenland to the U.S.

1 month ago

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Handwritten signs reading
History
Philadelphia
Public Spaces

‘It’s a line that has been crossed’: Philadelphia reacts to the removal of the President’s House site slavery exhibit

The removal enforces a White House executive order to remove exhibits “disparaging” American history. The city has filed a lawsuit.

1 month ago

Phil Murphy speaks
Criminal Justice
Government Accountability
New Jersey

Murphy draws New Jersey prosecutors’ ire with clemency actions on his way out the door

Though former Gov. Phil Murphy established an advisory board, the ultimate decision to grant clemency was up to him.

2 months ago

Election workers process mail-in ballots for the 2024 General Election at the Chester County, Pa., administrative offices, Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, in West Chester, Pa.
Elections
Pennsylvania

Chester County poll book error was caused by ‘simple human error,’ investigation finds

West Chester-based law firm Fleck Eckert Klein McGarry found the county operated a system marred by inadequate training, safeguards, oversight and staffing challenges.

2 months ago

Signage detailing the lives of enslaved people at the President’s House site on Independence Mall sits against a wall
Billy Penn
History
National
Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity

‘It’s a damn shame’: Federal crews dismantle President’s House exhibit on slavery

The removal follows a White House directive to reshape how U.S. history is presented at national parks — sparking protest and a new city lawsuit.

2 months ago

Matt Meyer standing at a podium giving a speech in Legislative Hall
Delaware
Economy
Government

Delaware Gov. Meyer promises to cap budget growth in State of the State speech

Meyer said he wants to create more statewide affordable housing and railed about high energy prices.

2 months ago

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US President Donald Trump holds up a fist
Delaware
National
New Jersey

Trump administration tells agencies to compile data on money sent to N.J., Del., other Democratic states

The administration says in a memo obtained by The Associated Press that the purpose is to “facilitate efforts to reduce the improper and fraudulent use of those funds.”

2 months ago

Studio 2
Aging
Pennsylvania

Reimagining society for seniors

By 2030, seniors will make up a fifth of the entire US population. How can policy makers not just adapt to, but capitalize on the changing demographics?

Air Date: January 22, 2026 12:00 pm

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Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer delivers his first State of the State address
Delaware
Government

Watch: Del. Gov. Matt Meyer outlines policy priorities in State of the State

Meyer will present his priorities for 2026 as he delivers his second annual State of the State address to the General Assembly in Dover.

2 months ago

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