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Sen. Street and Rep. Rabb spar over experience and policy in WHYY 3rd Congressional District debate after Dr. Stanford drops out of event

Less than three weeks away, the May 19 primary will likely determine who replaces Dwight Evans in Congress next year.

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Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
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Penn does not have to turn over the names of Jewish staffers to the federal government as appeals process plays out, judge rules

The judge paused his own order, writing that while the university is unlikely to win its appeal, the delay will not harm a federal investigation.

2 months ago

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Jamie Ding on Jeopardy!
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‘Jeopardy!’ winner and Lawrenceville resident Jamie Ding joins N.J. Gov. Sherrill in pushing for more affordable housing

The self-described bureaucrat and law student from Lawrenceville won 31 consecutive “Jeopardy!” games.

2 months ago

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President Donald Trump arrives at the James Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House
Crime
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Gun Violence
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Philly-area leaders stand united against political violence after Trump targeted in shooting at White House Correspondents’ dinner

Federal and state leaders expressed their gratitude for the Secret Service and first responders while condemning political violence.

2 months ago

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U.S. Secret Service agents surround President Donald Trump as he is taken from the stage after a shooting incident outside the ballroom during the White House Correspondents Dinner
Gun Violence
National
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A gunman tried to breach Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. Here’s what to know

Police said the suspect ran past security barricades as Secret Service agents raced toward him. One officer was shot in a bullet-resistant vest.

2 months ago

Voting booths are set up at a polling place in Newtown, Pa., Tuesday, April 23, 2024.
Elections
Pennsylvania

Pa. election 2026: What to know about Horsham and Lower Salford ballot questions ahead of the primary

Some Montgomery County voters will consider referendums on a series of charter amendments and a tax increase for open space.

2 months ago

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The crowd reacts to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro
Elections
Government
Pennsylvania

Democrat Josh Shapiro tests political muscle in swing-state Pennsylvania’s midterms

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has never said whether he's interested in running for president. But he does say he wants a voice in his party's future.

2 months ago

New Jersey governor-elect Mikie Sherrill attends a photo opportunity in the governor's office in Trenton, N.J., Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025.
Economy
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New Jersey

New Jersey residents get a new tool to track how the Sherrill administration is spending their tax dollars

State officials unveiled the New Jersey Report Card portal to give residents information about the proposed budget and state spending.

2 months ago

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Rue Landau and Kendra Brooks hugging in Council chambers after the vote
Immigration
Philadelphia

Philadelphia City Council passes landmark ‘ICE Out’ legislation

The package of seven bills restricting federal immigration enforcement activities in Philadelphia will now go to Mayor Cherelle Parker’s desk, backed by a veto-proof majority.

2 months ago

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4 photos of Sharif Street, Chris Rabb, Ala Stanford and Shaun Griffith
Elections
Philadelphia
Politics

Pa. election 2026: These 4 Democrats hope to rep Philly’s 3rd District in Congress. Here’s what to know

The four remaining candidates agree on more than they don’t, but there are differences on some key issues important to Philly voters.

2 months ago

Bryan Shupe interacting with Palestinian child
Delaware
Government Accountability

‘Somebody’s paying for your freebies’: Delaware lawmakers don’t report trips to Taiwan as ‘gifts’ and one didn’t disclose Israel mission

Inquiries by WHYY News spurred the Public Integrity Commission to say it wants officials to report all trips paid for by third parties.

2 months ago

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Philadelphia schools Superintendent Tony Watlington talks with WHYY education reporters in the lobby to his office at school district headquarters on North Broad Street. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Economy
K-12
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

City Council clashes with superintendent over Philly’s school closure plan, Uber tax

Lawmakers are facing pressure from families over floated school closures and opposition to the proposed $1-per-trip rideshare tax.

2 months ago

outside Legislative Hall
Delaware
Homelessness

Controversial Delaware legislation giving people experiencing homelessness more rights draws opposition from businesses, local governments

The legislation would allow lawsuits against localities for violating an unhoused person’s civil rights.

2 months ago

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side-by-side photos of Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV
Pennsylvania
Politics
Religion

Some Catholics in Bucks County who voted for Trump express buyer’s remorse amid conflict between the president and the pope

In 2024, the president flipped Bucks County, where more than 30% of residents are Catholic. It’s also represented by a vulnerable Catholic congressman.

2 months ago

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Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Business
Government Accountability
Immigration
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

ICE treatment of international travelers cited in boycott of Philly conference

More than 2,000 have signed a petition critical of July mathematics meet-up.

2 months ago

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