Government
Partisan fights dominated the Pa. legislature’s recent session, eclipsing some major accomplishments
Gov. Tom Wolf and GOP leaders agreed to a major budget package that spent billions in federal stimulus money and passed the most laws in six years.
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$3.5 million federal grant to help fill Delaware’s ‘huge need’ for mental health care providers
The $3.5 million federal grant will add more fellows to Jewish Family Services’ newest mental health program.
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On a new map, Pennsylvania elects most diverse assembly ever
Pennsylvania has what lawmakers say is the most diverse incoming class of lawmakers in state history.
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Kari Lake loses suit over her defeat in Arizona governor’s race
The judge rejected her claim that problems with some ballot printers were the result of intentional misconduct.
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Shapiro’s big win is a high note amid antisemitism surge
Josh Shapiro will be taking office as Pennsylvania’s next governor in January after running a campaign in which he spoke early and often about his Jewish religious heritage.
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New Jersey announces $10 million ‘cannabis equity’ grant for startup companies
Grant awardees can use the money for early-stage expenses and technical training.
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Jan. 6 report blames Trump, aims to prevent return to power
A massive final report released by the House Jan. 6 committee late Thursday places the blame for the 2021 Capitol insurrection on one person: Former President Donald Trump.
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After 18 months of investigations, the Jan. 6 report is out. Here are the toplines
Late Thursday night, the House select committee that has been investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection for 18 months released their long-awaited full report.
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Jan. 6 witness recounts pressure campaign from Trump allies
White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson described to investigators a wide-ranging pressure campaign from allies of Donald Trump aimed at influencing her cooperation with Congress.
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New Jersey Gov. Murphy signs law upping requirements for concealed carry
At a signing event, Murphy took a shot at the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling and said the regulation changes would make communities safer and protect law enforcement.
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Black gun owners in N.J. say new concealed carry restrictions won’t make their communities safer
Some gun owners in historically marginalized communities think the new regulations could further put their neighborhoods at risk.
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Listen 2:53Postal Service commits to 100% electric vehicle replacement beginning in 2026
After facing lawsuits and protests over plans to purchase new gas guzzlers, the USPS commits to all new EVs beginning in 2026.
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The transition team helping governor-elect Josh Shapiro prepare for office is wide-ranging and, in some cases, controversial.
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High court temporarily blocks lifting of asylum restrictions
The order by Chief Justice Roberts comes as conservative states are pushing to keep limits on asylum seekers that were put in place during the beginning of the pandemic.
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As the Bidens mark Hanukkah, the White House gets its own menorah for the first time
This year, to celebrate the ancient Jewish festival of lights, the White House added a menorah to its holiday lineup for the first time.
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