Government
Philly teens’ summer curfew could soon be permanent
The curfew would remain at 9:30 p.m. for those 13 and under and 10 p.m. for those 14 and up if the full council approves the regulation.
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Conservative PACs inject millions into local school races
In the run-up to the midterm elections, a growing number of conservative groups are turning their attention to often-ignored school board races.
4 years ago
The application for Biden’s student loan relief is open. Here’s what to know about it
A beta version of the student loan forgiveness application is a test to help the Education Department find problems with the site before its official launch.
4 years ago
Kenney doesn’t want Philly to have a public bank — but the next mayor might
A coalition served Kenney with a “people’s subpoena” last week, saying he was standing in the way of a path toward racial equity.
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Map: Philly opens mail ballot drop boxes for the 2022 general election
You have until the polls close on Nov. 8 to return your voted ballot.
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City of Philadelphia changes gun violence grant process following payment delays
The City of Philadelphia says it’s simplifying its grant payment process for gun violence prevention nonprofits. Payments for the last round were several months delayed.
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Activists hold voter rally to mark the 151st anniversary of Octavius Catto’s assassination
The assassination of the civil rights champion was used as an example of why voting is so important for everyone.
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Free tuition for Indigenous people to public universities across Pennsylvania? A bill is on the way
State Rep. Rabb plans to introduce a series of legislation for Indigenous Peoples’ Day, but more is on the way for Native American Heritage Month.
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Election officials worry about potential poll worker interference this November
The vast majority of American poll workers step up to ensure that elections are safe and fair. But some officials are worried that nefarious actors may infiltrate this year.
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Delaware Supreme Court strikes down no-excuse mail-in voting
The ruling came one day after a hearing on whether to affirm or overturn a Chancery Court ruling last month that said the new law violated the state Constitution.
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Low-performing nursing homes may soon be subject to sanctions in New Jersey
Underperforming nursing homes would be subject to potential punitive actions by the state, including Medicaid enrollments restrictions and reducing funding.
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Biden pardons thousands for ‘simple possession’ of marijuana
He is also calling on governors to issue similar pardons for those convicted of state marijuana offenses, which reflect the vast majority of marijuana possession cases.
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Here is where the top two candidates for governor stand on issues related to higher education in Pennsylvania.
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Philly’s city flag is over 120 years old. It’s time for something new
Philadelphia’s current flag was designed back in 1895. It’s time for a new municipal flag design that represents our city’s culture, history, and future.
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New Jersey child tax credit signed into law, GOP wants more tax reform
Assemblyman Jay Webber (R-Morris) suggested that lawmakers index tax brackets to account for historic inflation rates.
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