Politics & Policy
Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s sweeping tariffs, upending central plank of economic agenda
The 6-3 decision centers on tariffs imposed under an emergency powers law, including the sweeping “reciprocal” tariffs he levied on nearly every other country.
2 months ago
New Jersey lawmakers move bills to address online safety for children
Legislation is being fast-tracked to better protect children’s online privacy and force black box social media warnings to be posted on platforms.
2 months ago
Listen 1:03City County passes bill that would halt dog breeding, certain puppy sales in Philadelphia
The goal is to control the pet population in a city that has thousands of strays plucked from the streets.
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Listen 0:53Upper Darby Council limits local law enforcement collaboration with ICE
The legislation comes after Upper Darby resident Parady La died in ICE custody in January.
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Listen 0:55Philadelphia’s slavery exhibit is being restored at the President’s House
“This is the American people fighting back and saying we will not accept this,” said one Independence Mall visitor. “Will not allow history to be rewritten.”
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Delaware recovers less than half of taxpayer funds stolen by state employee in 2023
The state of Delaware recovered tens of thousands of dollars in stolen funds used as payments for a truck and a camper, along with money seized from a bank account.
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Listen 1:02Philadelphia City Council considers Office of Freedmen Affairs to guide possible reparations efforts
The Office of Freedmen Affairs would guide potential reparations efforts for descendants of enslaved people, including scholarships and tax relief benefits.
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Listen 1:09Bucks County commissioners unanimously oppose use of warehouses for ICE detention
“Bucks County is not a county that needs or wants a detention facility,” the county’s lone Republican commissioner said.
2 months ago
Trump’s environmental protection rollback
The federal government will no longer regulate greenhouse gases, including emissions from cars, trucks and power plants, in a huge reversal for climate policy.
Air Date: February 18, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:40ICE meltdown, Pennsylvania politics, Epstein files, more
We’ll break down the biggest national stories from the battle over DHS funding to the Epstein files. Plus, a look at the local pushback against ICE and two of Pa.’s races.
Air Date: February 17, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:37The judge, a President George W. Bush appointee, likened the administration’s rationale for removing the panels to the authoritarian regime in George Orwell’s novel "1984."
2 months ago
State Department orders nonprofit libraries to stop processing passport applications
Pennsylvania Reps. Madeleine Dean and John Joyce have proposed bipartisan legislation that would allow nonprofit public libraries to continue to serve as passport acceptance.
2 months ago
Shapiro pitches $1B housing program to build new stock, reduce barriers to ownership in Pennsylvania
The plan is part of Shapiro’s budget pitch and includes a $1 billion proposal, renter protections, zoning reforms and a strategy to tackle rising housing costs statewide.
2 months ago
Listen 1:07Trump’s EPA revokes scientific finding that underpinned U.S. fight against climate change
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced the move Thursday, calling it a major deregulatory action. Critics argue it undermines efforts to combat climate change.
2 months ago
Mayor Cherelle Parker promises ‘white glove’ treatment for companies with major job-creation plans
In her annual Chamber of Commerce speech, she announced a new concierge program to help businesses navigate city red tape.
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