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Trump executive orders pause Delaware County safety projects

Numerous projects are on hold, including a traffic safety initiative along Route 291, a school safety initiative, a lead reduction program and a flood assessment.

2 years ago

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Employment
Government Accountability

Judge temporarily blocks Trump plan offering incentives for federal workers to resign

The ruling came hours before the midnight deadline for workers to apply for the deferred resignation program, which has been commonly described as a buyout.

2 years ago

Former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli speaks after the first Republican debate Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, at Rider University in Lawrenceville
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New Jersey’s GOP gubernatorial debate was not a ‘quiet night’

Four candidates running for the Republican nomination engaged in a spirited debate about the issues facing the Garden State.

2 years ago

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Pa. Gov. Shapiro looks to legalize — and tax — marijuana to balance state budget

Pennsylvania customers make up 60% of purchasers at some out-of-state cannabis shops, Shapiro said. He wants those buyers to stay in Pa.

2 years ago

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US Postal Service flip-flops on Hong Kong-China packages, lifting a ban imposed a day earlier

The Postal Service gave no reason for the reversal, but said it would work with Customs and Border Protection to implement a collection process for the new China tariffs.

2 years ago

Elon Musk
Economy
Government Accountability
National

Trump and Musk’s dismantling of government is shaking the foundations of U.S. democracy

Trump has tapped Musk, the world’s richest man, to take on inner workings of the world’s oldest democracy, and so far the results are stunning, if not alarming and unlawful.

2 years ago

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Government Accountability
International
Social Justice

Trump says the U.S. will ‘take over’ Gaza and relocate its people. What does it mean?

During a press conference with Netanyahu, Trump said, "We'll own it...We have an opportunity to do something that could be phenomenal...the Riviera of the Middle East."

2 years ago

Kathy Jennings speaks
Delaware
Economy
Government

‘David and Goliath’: Delaware officials fight to keep domestic federal funding flowing, attack freeze to foreign aid

Delaware’s attorney general is part of a coalition that has stopped a freeze of domestic federal spending. But foreign aid is still paused.

2 years ago

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Austin Davis looks on
Gun Violence
K-12
National

Pennsylvania responds as Trump shutters White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention

The office was disbanded by President Donald Trump on Jan. 21. Pennsylvania officials and advocacy groups say their work to fight violent crime will continue.

2 years ago

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Josh Shapiro speaks
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Higher Education
K-12
Pennsylvania

Gov. Shapiro seeks to further increase education spending on underfunded schools

Last year, the state passed a budget with record education spending. Shapiro is asking for more money for education, including more than $500 million more for schools in need.

2 years ago

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FILE - Pennsylvania state Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta Speaks during the Democratic National Convention, Aug. 20, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
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Pennsylvania
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The Philadelphia Tribune

Philly’s Malcolm Kenyatta wins high-ranking DNC seat

Kenyatta spoke during the Democratic National Convention last summer and launched a national campaign for a leadership position following the presidential election.

2 years ago

President Donald Trump
Philadelphia
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Trump will attend the Super Bowl in New Orleans

Trump has not indicated which team he's supporting, but posted congratulations to the Chiefs after their AFC Championship win last month.

2 years ago

Phil Murphy speaks
Immigration
New Jersey

N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy didn’t actually invite an immigrant to live in his home, spokesperson says

Gov. Phil Murphy's initial comments came up over the weekend while he was speaking at a progressive forum about how his administration could push back against Trump.

2 years ago

Donald Trump looking on
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Trump is leveraging tariffs. Is he ready for potential fallout? Are consumers? Here’s what to know

President Donald Trump is declaring initial victories as Mexican and Canadian leaders agreed to more cooperation on border control.

2 years ago

Elon Musk
Government Accountability
National

Elon Musk is barreling into government with DOGE, raising unusual legal questions

The billionaire's campaign to radically upend federal agencies is stunning former White House officials, even when many things are described as unprecedented.

2 years ago

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