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Politics & Policy

Urban Affairs Coalition honors U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans with lifetime achievement award

After decades in elected office, U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans is being honored as a “visionary whose work shaped Philadelphia.”

14 hours ago

Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa.
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman hospitalized after a fall caused by an apparent heart issue

A spokesperson said Fetterman opted to remain at the hospital so doctors can “fine-tune his medication regimen.”

2 days ago

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Education

Pa. budget: What’s in store for public schools?

Lawmakers passed a $50.1 billion 2025-26 state budget, providing $665 million for public schools, $175 million in cyber charter reforms and expanded student support programs.

2 days ago

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro
Money

Philly-area education leaders and nonprofit providers breathe a sigh of relief after Pa. Legislature approves a budget

Education leaders are applauding new funding increases that promise to bridge the divide between high- and low-income school districts.

3 days ago

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Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania ends budget stalemate, sealed with concession by Democrats on climate

Pennsylvania is passing a $50 billion spending package to end a four-month budget stalemate that has held up billions for public schools and social services.

3 days ago

A girl and a parent use a penny press machine
Money

U.S. Mint in Philadelphia to press final penny as the 1-cent coin gets canceled

The U.S. Mint has been making pennies in Philadelphia, the nation’s birthplace, since 1793, a year after Congress passed the Coinage Act.

3 days ago

Miniature American flags flutter in wind gusts across the National Mall near the Capitol in Washington, Monday, Nov. 10, 2025.
Politics & Policy

President Trump signs government funding bill, ending shutdown after a record 43-day disruption

The disruption caused financial stress for federal workers who went without paychecks, stranded scores of travelers at airports and generated long lines at some food banks.

3 days ago

Sarah McBride speaking at a podium surrounded by fellow Democrats
Politics & Policy

A historic government shutdown is over. Here’s what to know

The fallout of the shutdown landed on millions of Americans, such as federal workers who went without paychecks and airline passengers who had their trips delayed or canceled.

3 days ago

Rony Baltazar-Lopez
Politics & Policy

Delaware launches Office of New Americans to strengthen support for immigrants

Delaware’s newly created Office of New Americans will coordinate resources for immigrants and strengthen statewide support networks.

3 days ago

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Politics & Policy

“Esto no está bien”: el alcalde de Wilmington anuncia una nueva estrategia para las personas sin hogar y culpa a Filadelfia del aumento de la población sin techo en la ciudad

Las autoridades de Wilmington permitirán acampar en un parque de la ciudad, pero prohibirán dormir al aire libre en todas las demás zonas de la ciudad.

4 days ago

This combination photo of eight senators who are facing criticism from the Democratic party for their deal to end the government shutdown shows Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., top row from left, Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Dick Durbin, D-Ill., Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-N.H., and bottom row from left, Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., Sen. Angus King, I-Maine, Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nev., and Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H.
Politics & Policy

These 8 Democrats voted with Republicans on the government shutdown deal. Here’s how they explain it

Eight Democratic senators are facing criticism from their own party for their deal with Republicans to end the federal government shutdown.

5 days ago

This combination photo of eight senators who are facing criticism from the Democratic party for their deal to end the government shutdown shows Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., top row from left, Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Dick Durbin, D-Ill., Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-N.H., and bottom row from left, Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., Sen. Angus King, I-Maine, Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nev., and Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H. (AP Photo)
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Politics & Policy

Senate nears deal to end shutdown

The U.S. Senate voted to pass a deal on Sunday night that signals the longest ever federal government shutdown is poised to end this week. Was the shutdown worth it?

Air Date: November 10, 2025 12:00 pm

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Former NYC mayor Rudy Giuliani
Politics & Policy

Trump pardons Rudy Giuliani and others who backed efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss

Among those also pardoned were Sidney Powell, an attorney who promoted baseless conspiracy theories about a stolen election.

5 days ago

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, R-La., in Washington, Friday, June 27, 2025.
Politics & Policy

U.S. Senate approves bill to end the shutdown, sending it to the House

The shutdown could last a few more days as members of the House, which has been on recess since mid-September, return to Washington to vote on the legislation.

5 days ago

Dairy products, which are covered by the USDA Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), is displayed for sale at a grocery store Friday, Oct. 31, 2025.
Politics & Policy

Trump administration demands states ‘undo’ full SNAP payouts as states warn of ‘catastrophic impact’

The administration is demanding that states reverse the full benefits issued under recent court orders. The U.S. Supreme Court has stayed those rulings.

6 days ago

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