Politics & Policy
Jobless system moves a step closer to four-year funding solution
The state House has passed a bill to fund the commonwealth’s jobless claims system for another four years, and the Senate will likely agree to it.
6 years ago
Pennsylvania House lawmakers engage in extended fight over union dues
The state House has kicked forward a proposal to outlaw automatic deductions from state workers’ paychecks for union dues that contribute to political activity.
6 years ago
U.S. decision on Jerusalem sparks anger and concern
President Trump's plan to relocate the U.S. embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem has prompted warnings of violence and concern that the move will derail peace efforts.
6 years ago
Stop-and-go bill may shake up Philly small businesses, but some criticism is misdirected
Critics of the bill fall into two groups: Those who think it bans stores from protecting themselves, and others who think it targets Asian store owners.
6 years ago
Pennsylvania AG, Philly police commissioner criticize conceal-carry bill in Congress
The legislation would authorize a gun owner with a permit from any state to carry a concealed weapon anywhere in the United States.
6 years ago
New Jersey may criminalize flying your drone while drunk
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N.J. lawmaker wants transparency on settling workplace harassment cases
Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg says keeping sexual harassment settlements secret allows perpetrators to continue abusive behavior.
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Blue states targeted under GOP tax bill may wage court battle
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Listen 5:01Private New Jersey beach fears state will seize its business
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Why are Republicans so insistent on this legislation? Because the second part of their strategy is to reverse long-established policies that benefit the poor and middle-class.
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A Trump lawyer invokes the divine right of Trump
The Trump lawyer argues that presidents are not subject to the rule of law that governs mere mortals. The Supreme Court disagrees (as do many GOP lawmakers).
6 years ago
Pa. lawmakers start weighing child welfare reforms
In September, a report from the state auditor general's office declared Pennsylvania's child welfare system "broken." Now, lawmakers have begun considering how to improve it.
6 years ago
Abortion restriction bill picks up traction in Pa. House
A bill narrowing the window to get an abortion in Pennsylvania could be on a fast track to Governor Tom Wolf’s desk sometime soon.
6 years ago
Poll: Trump’s opposition firmer than his support
As a candidate, President Trump once joked, "I could stand in the middle of Fifth Avenue and shoot somebody and I wouldn't lose any voters."
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