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Government

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Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania legislator to introduce bill blocking federal takeover of local police

State Sen. Art Haywood, of Montgomery County, wants to prevent President Donald Trump from taking over police in Pennsylvania like he did in Washington, D.C.

1 year ago

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Mike Castle smiles
Politics & Policy

Mike Castle, longtime Delaware congressman and governor, dies

Castle was one of the most successful elected officials in Delaware history, serving two terms as governor and nine terms in the U.S. House.

1 year ago

Bucks County residents hold signs at a SEPTA funding rally
Politics & Policy

Bucks County Democrats, elected officials urge state legislators to fund SEPTA ahead of deadline

Elected officials and residents expressed concerns over how SEPTA cuts could impact students, seniors and commuters who live in the suburbs.

1 year ago

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Matt Meyer and legislators signing the Delaware inspector general bill
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‘Restore faith’: Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer signs legislation creating an independent Inspector General Office

Delaware got an “F” for government accountability and ethics a decade ago from the Center for Public Integrity.

1 year ago

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Large fire with billowing smoke
Community

Camden City Council approves agreement with EMR to hold the company accountable for scrapyard fire. Residents are not satisfied

The memo of understanding announced last spring followed a massive fire at EMR’s Ferry Avenue facility earlier this year.

1 year ago

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Newark Democrat Madinah Wilson-Anton
Politics & Policy

‘Political theater’: Delaware lawmakers pass bills to help with massive residential property tax hike after fights and name-calling

The debate was sharpest in the state House, where members accused each other of grandstanding.

1 year ago

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A woman speaks at a podium during the meeting, with other people lining up behind her for their turn.
Politics & Policy

Princeton town council adopts resolution supporting state passage of Immigrant Trust Act

About two dozen members of the New Jersey immigrant rights group Resistencia en Acción cheered and called for greater immigrant protections.

1 year ago

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President Donald Trump looks on
Politics & Policy

Trump says he’s placing Washington police under federal control and deploying the National Guard

“We’re going to take our capital back,” President Donald Trump declared, adding he would also be “getting rid of the slums.”

1 year ago

a sign at a SEPTA rally reads SAVE SEPTA!
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania House again approves SEPTA funding as transit agency inches closer to funding package

House members have approved SEPTA funding for a fifth time. Now the Senate holds the power to stave off major transit cuts.

1 year ago

A magnifying glass is seen over stacks of bills
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia’s biggest overtime earners triple their base salary through working extra hours

Philadelphia city employees working long hours due to understaffing earn massive overtime wages, with some earning more than the mayor.

1 year ago

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Madinah Wilson-Anton speaks behind a podium
Politics & Policy

Delaware progressives, Democratic leaders square off over plans to address high tax bills in upcoming session

House lawmakers have introduced their legislation for the special session. State senators plan to reveal their proposals Monday.

1 year ago

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Delaware Congresswoman Sarah McBride hears from mass shooting survivor
Politics & Policy

Delaware gun violence roundtable highlights progress, but age, race disparities in gun possession and deaths remain

Former U.S. Rep. Gabby Giffords met with local advocates working to access more funding to continue combating gun violence in Delaware.

1 year ago

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Homes in New Castle, Delaware.
Politics & Policy

‘Unfair burden’: Residents complain about high tax bills as Delaware lawmakers float ideas to provide relief

New Castle County homeowners are crying foul after residential taxes rise while tax bills for some major companies fall.

1 year ago

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Saquon Barkley jogging during practice
Politics & Policy

Eagles’ Saquon Barkley not joining President Trump’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition

The Eagles running back said he was “shocked” by the president’s offer and declined it to focus on the upcoming season.

1 year ago

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro listens as he sits with students holding guitars
Politics & Policy

Gov. Shapiro visits West Philly music program to push for additional funding for youth diversion programs

State-funded Beyond the Bars started as a music workshop for incarcerated youth and now boasts dozens of music labs around the city.

1 year ago

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