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Politics & Policy

‘Get out the bad apples’: Delaware’s largest trades union targets incumbent Democrats after labor bill fails in House

One local union has demanded the return of a political donation. But House Democratic leaders deny the existence of that contribution.

18 hours ago

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Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer signs three health care-related bills
Politics & Policy

Delaware bans private equity hospital purchases, expands health care access

Senate Majority Leader Bryan Townsend says his legislation phases in price caps on hospitals and strengthens primary care access.

1 week ago

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Joe Biden smiling while sitting at a table, and a photo of the statue in Rodney Square.
Urban Planning

Biden Square? Wilmington looks to honor Delaware’s only president at park where enslaver Caesar Rodney’s statue once stood

“It’s a name, it’s a statue, it’s a plaque. It could be a variety of things,” a city official said about ideas for honoring Delaware’s only president.

2 weeks ago

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An American flag flying with a Penn flag
Politics & Policy

Democracy summit marks America’s 250th anniversary by looking beyond the celebration

From trust in elections to political polarization, experts shared what they believe Americans should understand about democracy's future.

2 weeks ago

Pa. Sen. candidate Nikil Saval. (Screenshot/NikilSaval.com)
Politics & Policy

2 Philly-area Democrats voted against the bipartisan ‘compromise’ state budget. Here’s why

The two state senators criticized the budget for failing to address “critical” issues such as public transit, affordable energy and rising energy costs.

2 weeks ago

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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks with members of the media outside his polling place in Rydal, Pa., Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Politics & Policy

Pa. Gov. Shapiro signs ‘compromise’ state budget shortly after passage on Sunday

Both sides called it a compromise with $2.4 billion less in spending than Shapiro’s proposal, no new revenues and leaving the rainy day fund alone.

2 weeks ago

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Shirley Kitchen at an event where she endorsed Sharif Street.
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia politicians pay tribute to trailblazing legislator Shirley Kitchen: ‘She never forgot who she was fighting for’

Kitchen, who became the second Black woman elected to the Pennsylvania state Senate, leaves behind a legacy of public service, mentorship and advocacy.

3 weeks ago

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Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker introduces actor and playwright Colman Domingo
Community

Mayor Cherelle Parker honors actor Colman Domingo and other Philadelphians with inaugural Celebration of Freedom awards

The honorees included former rapper Gillie Da King, former U.S. ambassador David L. Cohen and Comcast Spectacor CEO Daniel J. Hilferty.

3 weeks ago

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Members of the U.S. Conference of Mayors march through the city's historic district
Community

Historic ‘March of America’s Mayors’ commemorates independence and celebrates local democracy

Local leaders from across the country marched from Independence Mall to the Museum of the American Revolution, highlighting the role of cities in sustaining democracy.

4 weeks ago

U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans, representing Pennsylvania's 4th Congressional District, was among the legislators celebrating the nation's 250th anniversary with a ceremonial meeting at Congress Hall. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Politics & Policy

Congress returns to Philadelphia to mark 250 years since America’s first vote for independence

Rep. Brendan Boyle hopes the event will serve as a rare bipartisan reflection on the nation's founding and Philadelphia's enduring place in American history.

4 weeks ago

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Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer and state lawmakers celebrate the signing of the fiscal year 2027 operating budget on June 30.
Politics & Policy

What Delaware lawmakers passed — and what failed — before the legislative session ended

Lawmakers passed dozens of bills, addressing property tax rates, gun dealer regulations, affordable housing and more.

4 weeks ago

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A glass door with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement logo and title on it in Philadelphia
Courts & Law

Lawsuit claims Philadelphia ICE Field Office has ‘unlawfully’ re-detained people at immigration check-ins

Plaintiffs include three Philadelphia residents who fear being re-detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement at their next routine check-ins.

1 month ago

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stairs inside Legislative Hall
Politics & Policy

‘An appalling abdication’: Proposed constitutional amendment to codify same-sex marriage fails in the Delaware House

Most House Republicans did not vote on the bill, depriving it of the 28 votes needed for approval.

1 month ago

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Event attendees engage in Q&A with the panel discussing the pursuit of happiness and the Declaration of Independence at WHYY.
Community

250 years later, Americans are still wrestling with democracy’s promise and the ‘pursuit of happiness’

What Thomas Jefferson meant by "the pursuit of happiness" may be very different from what Americans mean today.

1 month ago

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(AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

What does it mean to be patriotic?

Is patriotism about upholding the ideals of America’s founders? Is it blind allegiance to the country? Can you be deeply critical of the U.S and still be patriotic

Air Date: June 24, 2026 12:00 pm

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