Government
Philly resumes gun violence listening tours. But what impact have they had?
Community members who attended the first round of listening tours in the spring say it’s not clear how their input will be used in the fight against gun violence.
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Maria Quiñones Sánchez resigns from Philly council, launches bid for mayor
Another member of Philadelphia City Council has resigned, and she’s leaving no doubt that she’s running for mayor.
3 years ago
Liz Truss is the U.K.’s next prime minister
Britain's Conservative Party has announced its new leader is Liz Truss, who has served as foreign minister for the past 12 months.
3 years ago
Fetterman says the “union way of life is sacred,” Oz wants to cut regulations. Here’s how the Pa. Senate candidates compare on jobs and labor.
3 years ago
Chile votes on proposed constitution with big changes
Chileans are voting in a plebiscite to decide whether to adopt a far-reaching new constitution that would fundamentally change the South American country.
3 years ago
COVID-19 rental assistance still available for Camden County residents
$35 million in assistance, which has kept more than 4,000 applicants in their homes, remains available to help those in need.
3 years ago
Bucks County updates rent relief program, for previous and new applicants
Previous applicants to the BERA program may now be eligible to receive more assistance for any utility bills or rent that they still owe.
3 years ago
A lawsuit window for Pa. survivors of childhood sexual abuse could open as early as next May
State legislative leaders say they’ll take a procedural vote on the proposal early next year. 2023 primary voters would then get to weigh in.
3 years ago
Ya Fav Trashman is running for Philadelphia City Council
“I’m not doing this as a gimmick for the brand,” said Terrill Haigler, who is centering his platform around cleaning up Philly.
3 years ago
Trump rallies for Oz, Mastriano in Pa. amid midterm worries
While the former president's endorsed picks won many primaries this summer, many of the candidates he backed were inexperienced and now struggling in their November races.
3 years ago
Delaware offers cash to owners of newly illegal large-capacity gun magazines
Legislators banned magazines that can hold more than 17 rounds in June. There’s a looming lawsuit challenging the new law.
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As New Jersey examines wealth disparities, advocates say reparations should be on the table
The median wealth for white families in New Jersey was $352,000 in 2021. It was only $6,100 for Black families and $7,300 for Latino families.
3 years ago
Trump search inventory reveals new details from FBI seizure
The inventory reveals in general terms the contents of 33 boxes taken from Mar-a-Lago during the Aug. 8 search.
3 years ago
Pa. labor advocates push for changes aimed at bolstering working conditions ahead of Labor Day
Workplace safety and wage law changes, both perennial issues, are top of mind ahead of the Labor Day weekend.
3 years ago
Jan. 6 panel asks former Speaker Gingrich for information
The Jan. 6 panel is seeking information from former House Speaker Newt Gingrich about his communications with senior advisers to then-President Trump.
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