Government
McConnell endorses Trump for president. He once blamed Trump for ‘disgraceful’ Jan. 6, 2021, attack
McConnell announced his decision after Super Tuesday wins pushed Trump, who is the GOP front-runner, closer to the party nomination.
2 months ago
Carney called on lawmakers to pass some of his priorities in his last year in office to set up the next governor for success.
2 months ago
Listen :53Independent Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema will not seek reelection
The Arizona seat will likely be key in determining control of the Senate.
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Regulator would cap credit card late fees at $8, part of Biden’s campaign against junk fees
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says the average credit card late fee is $32.
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3 takeaways from City Council’s hearing on Philly’s efforts to slash climate pollution
“It's anybody's guess as to whether we're on track for 2050,” one witness said.
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Donald Trump wins North Dakota Republican caucuses, adding to victories going into Super Tuesday
Haley’s only win so far came in the District of Columbia on Sunday.
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Pa. court rules electronic voting data is not subject to release under public records law
The 5-2 ruling sides with Secretary of State Al Schmidt, whose office argued against access to these electronic records from Lycoming County for the 2020 General Election.
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Mayor Cherelle Parker starts bringing all city employees back to office
Parker says the goal is to eventually bring all 25,000 municipal workers in Philadelphia back to the office.
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A group of 20-somethings in Delco is sparking a ‘public defense renaissance’
With the help of advocates from Partners For Justice, more indigent clients in Delaware County are accessing social services and completing diversion programs at higher rates.
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Listen 3:25VP Kamala Harris to meet Israeli minister Benny Gantz to discuss temporary Gaza ceasefire
National security adviser Jake Sullivan will also attend the White House meeting on Monday.
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Philly plans to revamp its drinking water system. The Water Department wants to hear your thoughts
PWD customers will foot the bill for a massive infrastructure improvement plan. You can learn more about it at a series of upcoming meetings.
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Listen 1:094 things to know about Super Tuesday, including that winning it is crucial
Since 1988 when frontloading a significant number of states on a single day became popularized in the GOP primary, it has been decisive in determining the nominee.
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Reconsidering streeteries: Council plans hearings on the “frustrating” process for restaurateurs
Outdoor dining areas exploded amid the pandemic, but have been sharply curtailed under often confusing guidance from city regulators.
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Ballot order is critical for candidates. In Pa., it’s determined by luck
In Pennsylvania, ballot order is determined with assistance from coffee cans, leather bags, and chip containers.
3 months ago
Biden and Trump both arrive at U.S.-Mexico border highlighting immigration as a major election issue
It’s a sign of how central immigration has become in the 2024 campaign.
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