Government
Mercer County Executive Brian Hughes could be challenged for re-election by his friend, former Trenton Mayor Doug Palmer.
3 years ago
Former Pa. state Sen. Milton Street dies at 83
Street went from hot dog vendor to activist and eventually state senator. He’s being remembered as a trailblazer in Philly politics.
3 years ago
Pennsylvania’s Fetterman turns to governing
When John Fetterman goes to Washington in January as one of the Senate’s new members, he’ll bring along an irreverent style from Pennsylvania.
3 years ago
Chester County Commissioner Michelle Kichline will not seek re-election in 2023
Chester County’s lone Republican commissioner, Michelle Kichline, will not be seeking a third term in office, citing a belief in term limits.
3 years ago
What to know about James ‘Jimmy’ DeLeon, the former judge running for Philadelphia mayor
Now retired, he served on Philadelphia Municipal Court for 34 years and faced disciplinary issues twice.
3 years ago
Biden opens holidays, pardons turkeys Chocolate and Chip
It's holiday time at the White House, and President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill, are plunging into the season.
3 years ago
N.J. Assembly passes concealed carry restrictions following 2-hour debate
The bill seeks to establish various handgun-free zones, including government-owned properties, schools, bars, some restaurants, and entertainment venues.
3 years ago
Philly DA Krasner continues to rally public to fight impeachment
With an impeachment trial hanging over him, Larry Krasner continues to say it’s nothing more than partisan politics.
3 years ago
N.J. senators want high school students to learn about grief
New legislation would require school districts to update health curriculums to include lessons on the symptoms of grief and ways to cope.
3 years ago
N.J. abortion amendment off the table after Democrats say it’s ‘not the appropriate time’
State leaders already codified abortion access earlier this year, but a constitutional amendment would mean that the right cannot be repealed without voter approval.
3 years ago
Biden urges U.S. World Cup team to `let’s go shock ’em all’
The team opens against Wales on Monday, then meets England on Friday and closes group play against Iran on Nov. 29.
3 years ago
The Democratic takeover of the Pa. House will be a little messy to start. Here’s why.
Democrats won control of the Pennsylvania House in the 2022 midterms, but at least one seat will be vacant when the new session starts in January.
3 years ago
N.J. expert optimistic about governor’s task force on school staff shortages
N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy’s task force is expected to provide recommendations by the end of January. A policy expert says the governor is moving “relatively quickly.”
3 years ago
Proposal to rollback residency requirement for Philly city workers aims to reduce vacancies
The change would require applicants become residents within 6 months of being hired instead of living in the city for a year before applying.
3 years ago
Pelosi won’t seek leadership role, plans to stay in Congress
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Thursday that she will not seek a leadership position in the new Congress, a pivotal realignment making way for a new generation of leaders.
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