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Politics & Policy

Georgetown’s planning commission votes against cottage housing repeal in Sussex County, diverging from town council

The town council voted in favor of starting a repeal process for the divisive ordinance last month. The planning commission says there’s not enough evidence to support it.

9 hours ago

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The James Brady Press Briefing Room is seen at the White House, Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
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Politics & Policy

White House vs. Free Press

President Trump banned certain news outlets from the White House this weekend. What does it mean for press freedom and American democratic institutions?

Air Date: September 22, 2026

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Politics & Policy

Delaware GOP House candidate pressured by fellow party member to drop out of race after transphobic comments

GOP U.S. House candidate Joseph Arminio was removed from a candidate forum Thursday after repeatedly misgendering Democrat U.S. Rep. Sarah McBride.

5 days ago

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Councilman James Spadola (left) switched parties. Council President Trippi Congo is at right.
Courts & Law

‘Major win’: Delaware Court of Chancery rules in favor of Wilmington city councilman in fight to keep his seat

James Spadola changed parties last year, igniting a debate over whether he should be removed from office.

5 days ago

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Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) looks on during a business meeting with the Senate Homeland Security And Government Affairs Committee in the Dirksen Senate Office Building on August 06, 2026. Fetterman's constituents in Pennsylvania told NPR they feel
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Politics & Policy

Dismay from Democrats over Fetterman’s job performance boils over in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Democrats say they're at their wit's end with Sen. John Fetterman, who recently appeared in a video at the GOP's midterm convention.

5 days ago

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Politics & Policy

Voters oust Delaware incumbent who was recorded offering potential primary opponent a $76K job if he didn’t run

Mike Kozikowski, the six-term recorder of deeds, was defeated after WHYY News exposed his offer of a job that Councilman Dave Tackett couldn’t take.

5 days ago

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An election worker places a vote-by-mail ballot into a secure bin at the Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections Office
Politics & Policy

Trump’s push to restrict mail ballots has failed. Other efforts to reshape the midterms are ongoing

President Donald Trump's efforts to assert federal control over elections are marching on despite a recent loss in the Supreme Court.

6 days ago

El gobernador de Delaware, Matt Meyer, firma una ley para evitar
Politics & Policy

“Se trata realmente de salvar vidas”: hospitales de Delaware elaborarán planes para mujeres embarazadas dadas de alta mientras están de parto

La legislación lleva el nombre de una mujer de Indiana que dio a luz a un lado de la carretera minutos después de haber sido dada de alta del hospital.

6 days ago

''I Voted'' stickers rest on a ballot box at a polling place.
Politics & Policy

Delaware primary election 2026: Here’s who won and who lost

Delaware’s primaries are setting the stage for the November midterms, with Democrats hoping to retake control of Congress.

1 week ago

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Politics & Policy

Ted Lauzen defeats challengers in Delaware’s Democratic primary for state treasurer

Ted Lauzen will advance to the Nov. 3 general election and face Republican candidate Michael Ramone.

1 week ago

A headshot of Michael Katz
Politics & Policy

Katz defeats Shulli in Delaware’s Republican primary election for U.S. Senate

Dr. Mike Katz will face U.S. Sen. Chris Coons in the November general election. If elected, Katz would be the first Republican to hold the seat in 25 years.

1 week ago

U.S. Sen. Chris Coons from Delaware talks with WHYY reporters in Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Chris Coons defeats challengers in Delaware’s Democratic primary for U.S. Senate

The incumbent successfully staved off his three Democratic challengers, besting Appelhans, Louve and Hansen.

1 week ago

FILE - Demonstrators rally in support of transgender athletes
Politics & Policy

Some Democrats are recalibrating their approach to transgender issues as they seek a path to power

An increasing number of Democratic leaders have begun to push back against their party’s unflinching support for the transgender community this midterm season.

1 week ago

Brendan Boyle speaks
Politics & Policy

Keeping the party going: U.S. Rep. Boyle proposes commission to plan 250th anniversary of signing of Constitution in Philadelphia

The Pennsylvania Democrat says preparations for the 2037 commemoration should build on Philadelphia’s role in this year’s celebration of America’s 250th birthday.

1 week ago

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Tracie Johnson and Kelly Sagastume are sitting at a table in the office.
Politics & Policy

For young Philadelphians in residential care, speaking up can be an act of civic engagement, ombudsperson says

The city office advocates for people in juvenile justice, child welfare and behavioral health care, teaching them their rights and helping turn their complaints into change.

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