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Elections

A Halloween display of unwanted campaign fliers
Politics & Policy

What to expect in New Jersey on Election Day

New Jersey has been a reliable state for Democrats in presidential elections, having not gone for a Republican presidential candidate since 1988.

1 month ago

One the left, incumbent District Attorney Larry Krasner (D). On the right, Pat Dugan running for Philadelphia's highest prosector office as a Republican.
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Krasner against Dugan: Philadelphia District Attorney election

Who will be Philadelphia’s next District Attorney? Former judge Patrick Dugan is running as a Republican, incumbent DA Larry Krasner is running for a third term as a Democrat.

Air Date: October 30, 2025 12:00 pm

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Voters wait in line to cast their ballots at a polling place at Rowan College in Mount Laurel, N.J., Monday, Oct. 27, 2025.
Politics & Policy

Trump ramps up involvement in 2025 elections in N.J., other states in possible preview of midterms pressure

The relatively low-profile off-year elections are headlined by the races for governor in New Jersey and Virginia.

1 month ago

A sign on a door reads SUPREME COURT OF PENNSYLVANIA
Courts & Law

How the Pa. Supreme Court retention race could impact environmental protection

In the typically sleepy Supreme Court retention election, the focus is on voting rights and abortion. But the court also decides major environmental cases.

1 month ago

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an abortion rights rally, with the most prominent sign reading DON'T TREAD ON ME
Politics & Policy

The next year of elections may determine if abortion remains legal in Pennsylvania — or how it is banned

Anti-abortion activists face significant hurdles in their efforts to limit reproductive health rights. But accomplishing that is far from impossible.

1 month ago

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A mail ballot for Philadelphia's May 20, 2025 primary election
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

Procrastinator’s Guide to the 2025 general election in Philly

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 4. The retention of state Supreme Court justices has drawn extraordinary attention this year.

1 month ago

U.S. President Donald Trump walks
Politics & Policy

Trump says ‘it’s too bad’ he can’t run for a third term

President Donald Trump has acknowledged that he cannot run for a third term, citing constitutional limits, despite his interest in staying in the White House.

1 month ago

side-by-side photos of Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli
Politics & Policy

Early voting begins in contests to pick New Jersey’s governor, New York City’s mayor

Early voting, which opened Saturday, runs through Nov. 2 in New Jersey and New York City. The races are key tests for Democratic Party leaders ahead of the 2026 midterms.

2 months ago

Voting booths set up on election day
Courts & Law

7 charged in 2024 Pennsylvania voter registration fraud that prosecutors say was motivated by money

Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday said Friday the fraud was motivated by financial gain, not an attempt to influence election results.

2 months ago

Philadelphia City Hall
Courts & Law

Pa. election 2025: What to know about Philadelphia’s Court of Common Pleas and Municipal Courts candidates

Most candidates for local courts are “recommended” by the local bar association but some aren’t, and some are running despite scandal.

2 months ago

Republican Jack Ciattarelli, left, and Democrat Mikie Sherrill participate in the final debate in the New Jersey governor's race
Politics & Policy

DOJ prepares to send election monitors to New Jersey, California following requests from state GOPs

The DOJ announced it will monitor polling sites in six jurisdictions: Passaic County, New Jersey, and Los Angeles, Orange, Kern, Riverside and Fresno counties in California.

2 months ago

Supreme Court chambers
Politics & Policy
WESA

Pennsylvania Supreme Court would be left short-handed if retention effort fails

Pennsylvania’s constitution lays out a clear procedure for filling a Supreme Court vacancy.

2 months ago

The Pennsylvania Judicial Center in Harrisburg
Politics & Policy

Pa. election 2025: What to know about the Superior Court candidates

Brandon Neuman, Maria Battista and Daniel Wassmer are vying for an open seat, while Judge Alice DuBow is up for a retention vote.

2 months ago

Atlantic City mayoral candidates Democrat Marty Small Sr., left, and Republican Naeem Khan, right.
Politics & Policy

New Jersey election 2025: What Atlantic City voters need to know about the mayoral race

Embattled Democratic Mayor Marty Small Sr. is running for his second full term against Republican businessman Naeem Khan.

2 months ago

Robert Reed deposits his ballot in an election drop box in Newark, N.J.
Politics & Policy

New Jersey election 2025: What you need to know about casting your ballot as an older adult in the governor’s race

Older adults, who are also the most consistent voting bloc, have cited affordability as a top concern.

2 months ago

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