Politics & Policy
New Jersey considers statewide gun-buyback program
During 10 occasional buyback events over the past five years in various parts of the state, residents turned in thousands of firearms for cash payments.
8 years ago
Tax plan a dilemma for local Reps
Local Congressional Republican face a tough choice on whether to vote for the GOP tax plan. One NJ rep says he's against it.
8 years ago
Why do some N.J. lawmakers want to increase prison terms for heroin possession?
Some criticize a call for tougher penalties as a harbinger of a return to failed policies from the days of the war on drugs.
8 years ago
Wolf: Leach should resign following harassment claims
Pa Gov. Tom Wolf calls for state Sen. Daylin Leach's resignation following a newspaper story reporting several women accuse Leach of inappropriate touching and comments.
8 years ago
3 ways Trump or his allies might try to disrupt the Mueller Russia probe
Here, we consider a few ways the White House or its allies could disrupt the special counsel probe.
8 years ago
GOP releases final tax bill as Rubio, Corker boost path to Christmas passage
Congressional Republicans released a final draft of their tax bill Friday.
8 years ago
Chart: How the new version of the GOP tax bill would affect you
On Friday evening, congressional Republicans released the final version of their tax overhaul plan.
8 years ago
Medical professionals, military, police officers most esteemed, Gallup poll finds
NewsWorks Tonight host Dave Heller sits down for his weekly conversation with Gallup's Frank Newport to talk about trends in U.S. opinion.
8 years ago
Listen 6:37To help first responders save lives, N.J. may adjust rules on opioid antidote
A measure to help combat opioid overdoses is awaiting final legislative approval in the New Jersey Senate.
8 years ago
A joyous holiday gift from the black women of Alabama
If not for their fervent opposition, a credibly accused child molester and racist homophobic theocrat would be on his way to the United States Senate.
8 years ago
History instructs, and we ignore it at our great peril
Of course, learning from history requires a modicum of reading and knowledge, attributes seemingly lacking in our 45th president.
8 years ago
The “what a week!” in politics
Guests: Shauna Shames, Anthea Butler, Christopher Nicholas It’s been a tumultuous week in politics. In a surpri ...
Air Date: December 15, 2017
Listen 49:14Pa. state lawmaker plans bill to block Philly’s bulletproof glass measure
The bill is a direct response to a measure passed in Philadelphia City Council that could eventually bar some convenience stores from using bulletproof glass.
8 years ago
Philly stop-and-go bill passes, giving city power to remove bulletproof barriers
Philadelphia City Council has approved a controversial bill to crack down on stop-and-go stores, a move many Asian business owners say constitutes discrimination.
8 years ago
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