
Elections
Biden gets a clean bill of health as he mulls a 2024 run — where his age is a concern
President Biden's personal physician said he is in good health and capable of carrying out his presidential duties.
2 years ago
Trump election probe grand jury believes some witnesses lied
The report’s introduction and conclusion, along with a section in which the grand jurors expressed concerns that some witnesses may have lied under oath were released Thursday
2 years ago
Terrill Haigler plans to host a series of one-on-one interviews with mayoral candidates about illegal dumping and sustainability.
2 years ago
Philly’s mayoral candidates are tiptoeing onto TikTok. How are they doing?
There’s no “copy-and-paste formula” that leads to political success, a social media strategist said.
2 years ago
Nikki Haley announces presidential campaign, challenging Trump
Haley, 51, is the first in a long line of Republicans who are expected to launch 2024 campaigns in the coming months.
2 years ago
David Oh announces run for Philly mayor as first Republican candidate to enter the race
David Oh, elected to Philadelphia City Council in 2012, resigned from his at-large seat to enter the mayoral race. He is the sole Republican candidate so far.
2 years ago
Top donors for each Philly mayoral candidate, from charter school PACs to the Inquirer board chair
We pulled the lists of top contributors, and also noted when several employees from the same company all gave large amounts.
2 years ago
Pennsylvania voting officials are still fighting election deniers
The 2020 election continues to haunt officials in Delaware County, who are still dealing with lawsuits alleging election fraud, despite no substantial evidence.
2 years ago
Election deadlines and dates to watch for Pa., Philly, and N.J. in 2023
Voters will head to the polls this November to weigh in on races for mayor, city council, state Supreme Court, and beyond.
2 years ago
Democrats win control of Pennsylvania House, end GOP rule
Democrats won all three vacant Pittsburgh-area House seats to claim a slim edge over Republicans, finally securing a majority they first appeared to have won in November.
2 years ago
Tired of filling vacancies — 5 since 2019 — Wilmington Council wants special elections instead
Wilmington’s charter can only be amended by the General Assembly. But so far, state lawmakers haven’t shown any interest in making the change.
2 years ago
Listen 1:27A new Pennsylvania state government report suggests making secrecy envelopes optional, standardizing the use of drop boxes across the state, and more.
2 years ago
Pa. House control will likely be decided by special elections this week
In the coming days, three special elections will likely decide which political party controls the Pennsylvania House.
2 years ago
Dems reshuffle primaries to stress diversity over tradition
The Democratic Party has approved the reordering of its 2024 presidential primary.
2 years ago
Philly advocates are urging mayoral candidates to ‘make children a priority’
Forty nonprofits and counting have joined the Kids’ Campaign, a nonpartisan effort focused on centering the voices of children and families in Philly’s mayoral race.
2 years ago