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Meyer defeats scandal-plagued Hall-Long and O’Mara in Delaware’s Democratic primary for governor
The New Castle County leader capitalized on Lt. Gov. Hall-Long’s campaign finance scandal to beat her and first-time candidate O’Mara.
5 months ago
Here’s where you can watch the Harris-Trump presidential debate in Philly
Democratic, Republican and nonpartisan watch parties are all on the table.
5 months ago
Debates have proved a tough test for vice presidents running for president
When VP Harris takes the stage in Philly Tuesday with Donald Trump, she will be the first sitting vice president to debate someone who had actually been president.
5 months ago
The deal includes the day after Thanksgiving off, in addition to more money to the union to cover medical costs.
5 months ago
‘Who do you work for?’: Opponents of Sixers arena proposal bring fight to City Council
The $1.55 billion development requires enabling legislation for demolition and construction to start. The team says it needs those approvals by the end of the year.
5 months ago
Philly city officials vow to keep the city clean after a summer-long cleanup effort
“We completed over 60,000 quality-of-life services throughout the entire city of Philadelphia, block by block,” Mayor Cherelle Parker said Wednesday.
5 months ago
N.J. American Water launches reusable water bottle filling station grant program
The program prioritizes communities of color, economically disadvantaged neighborhoods and towns with a history of water contamination.
5 months ago
No more ‘knocking trees down to the property line’ for Sussex County developers
Environmentalists have bemoaned the loss of 43,000 acres to development and say more is needed, but county leaders laud the compromise law.
6 months ago
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service announce $17M for projects along Delaware River Watershed
This year’s Delaware Watershed Conservation grants are the biggest investment in the fund’s history.
6 months ago
Will Kamala Harris’ momentum last?
With the Democratic National Convention underway and a debate on the horizon, we’ll look at what it might take for Harris to sustain voters’ enthusiasm.
Air Date: August 20, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:42DNC says farewell, Mr. President: Democrats celebrate Biden’s legacy and hope for a new future
President Joe Biden addressed the Democratic National Convention on its first day. Pennsylvania and Philly-area Democrats are among those who celebrated the president's work.
6 months ago
Listen 5:13Democrats seek to disqualify Kennedy and others from Georgia presidential ballots
In Georgia, challengers argue that because Kennedy used the New York address on petitions needed for an independent to qualify, his petitions should be voided.
6 months ago
Philly City Hall to display artwork by former UArts students and staff
The exhibition in November is part of City Council’s response to the sudden closure of the Center City art school.
6 months ago
Listen 1:03Southern Delaware town’s 11 p.m. teen curfew draws mixed reviews
Seaford’s curfew for teens between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. is an attempt to enhance public safety in the southern Delaware town.
6 months ago
N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy discusses impact of Harris-Walz campaign on the Garden State
Murphy will attend his third in-person convention; says Democrats in the state are excited about the Harris-Walz ticket.
6 months ago
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