
Elections
NewsWorks Tonight, May 15, 2018
With polls open until 8 p.m., we have the latest in the Pennsylvania primary. The Pennsylvania legislature is considering a bill that wou ...
Air Date: May 15, 2018
Listen 21:30Primary day is first test of Pa.’s redrawn congressional map
Pennsylvania voters are heading to the polls Tuesday for the first election under a new congressional map that’s expected to yield ...
7 years ago
Philly mobilizing to deter fraud at polls during primaries
In preparation for Tuesday's primary election, the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office is mobilizing a special task force to keep an eye on the polls.
7 years ago
A primer on the ‘weirdest elected position in Philadelphia’
Being a committee person is the easiest way to be part of the political system and to initiate some sort of change — in your division, your ward, or even more widely.
7 years ago
Scientists experiment with congressional candidacy in Pennsylvania, around U.S.
More than 50 scientists are running for federal office this year. Right now, the vast majority of people in Congress have backgrounds in law, business, or politics.
7 years ago
Listen 3:59In ‘unprecedented’ Lt. Gov. race, Stack reckons with a crowded field
Of all the crowded races in Tuesday's primary election, perhaps none is odder than the one for lieutenant governor.
7 years ago
On primary day, Republicans and Democrats agree new congressional map may cause confusion
Both Republicans and Democrats expect some party members to show up to the polls on Tuesday and be surprised to learn that their congressional district has changed.
7 years ago
Listen 03:18Climate change, pipelines, severance tax: Where the GOP gubernatorial candidates stand
Pittsburgh attorney Laura Ellsworth, Pittsburgh businessman Paul Mango, and state Sen. Scott Wagner (R-York County) are running for the Republican nomination.
7 years ago
Sanders backs Lazer in 5th District congressional race
Bernie Sanders endorsed Rich Lazer in the 5th Congressional District Democratic primary.
7 years ago
Electricians union spends big on Philly legislative race
IBEW Local 98 drops $112,500 on state legislative race in South Philadelphia
7 years ago
Election Day: Pennsylvania primary 2018
The following Voters’ Guide focuses on competitive primary races in the Philadelphia region.
7 years ago
Listen 3:32Year of the woman presents tough choices in Philly-area races
Emily’s List is supporting five women in Pennsylvania congressional races.
7 years ago
Listen 5:27Honor legacies of Catto, King by protecting voting rights — and exercising that right
Pennsylvania's May 15 primary election is an excellent opportunity to cast your ballot.
7 years ago
With primary approaching, GOP candidates for Pa. governor fight to distinguish themselves
The primary is on Tuesday, May 15.
7 years ago
Philly voters to decide if city workers will be trained to prevent sexual harassment
If enough voters approve, all city employees will be required to complete the training at least once every three years.
7 years ago