
Elections
In Trump probe, Manhattan grand jury due back at work
The members of the grand jury are due to return Monday afternoon to hear more evidence.
6 hours ago
Philadelphia wants to be able to stash more cash for a hypothetical ‘rainy day’
A question on the May 16 primary ballot asks voters to approve changes to a complicated financial formula, with the goal of building a better financial reserve.
9 hours ago
Pennsylvania judge dismisses latest GOP mail ballot lawsuit
A Pennsylvania judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by the GOP aimed at preventing counties from helping voters ensure their mail-in ballots counted.
3 days ago
Fox, Dominion argue over legal standards to prove defamation
Fox contends that it can't be held liable for defamation for simply reporting on newsworthy allegations — a sitting president’s claim that the election was being stolen.
4 days ago
Philly mayoral candidates discuss school conditions, gun violence during forum
The systems in place “are institutionally designed to shatter dreams and fill prisons,” one student told candidates.
5 days ago
Philadelphia City Council candidate tracker: Get to know everyone on the May primary ballot
All 17 seats are up for reelection.
5 days ago
Trump probe grand jury not meeting for the day – AP sources
The reason for the postponement was not immediately clear, but it would indicate that a vote on whether or not to indict Trump might be at least temporarily pushed back.
5 days ago
Yes, Trump can run for president if he’s indicted, but winning is a different story
At least one expert says though there's nothing legally stopping him from running again, an indictment with criminal charges could kill his chances at reelection.
5 days ago
Fox News has first clash in Delaware court with Dominion Voting systems
Both sides want the judge to pronounce them victors in the $1.6 billion defamation case, negating the need for a trial slated for next month.
6 days ago
Pa. primary election 2023: A complete guide to the candidates for state Supreme Court
Pennsylvania elects its Supreme Court justices in statewide partisan contests. The winners of the May 16 primary will compete during the Nov. 7 general election.
6 days ago
Producer sues Fox News, alleging she’s being set up for blame in $1.6 billion suit
Abby Grossberg says she was misled by Fox lawyers who prepared her to testify in the defamation lawsuit. Fox News says she's revealed confidential information and has sued her
6 days ago
Challenger drops out of West Philly Council primary, paving the way for Gauthier’s second term
Some had deemed neighborhood business maven Jabari Jones a potential threat to the first-term incumbent. Then came the petition challenge.
7 days ago
Will Philly’s new mayor try to curb street racing?
Four-wheelers and dirt bikes are a common occurrence on Philly streets, and some mayoral candidates want this change.
1 week ago
Atlantic City Councilman accused of fraud by federal government
MD Hossain Morshed is accused of submitting false voter applications and lying about it, as well as falsely claiming unemployment benefits.
1 week ago
The ACLU of Pennsylvania has a new policy paper about the history of the practice.
2 weeks ago