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Democrat Meyer rolls to victory over GOP’s Ramone in Delaware governor’s race
The two-term New Castle County Executive cruised to victory in the general election after surviving a contentious three-way primary.
2 years ago
Listen 1:14Republican Jeff Van Drew wins re-election in New Jersey’s 2nd Congressional District
The incumbent holds on to his Congressional seat for a third time.
2 years ago
New Jersey’s Donald Norcross wins 1st Congressional District race
The incumbent Democrat ran for a sixth term representing a district that includes Camden.
2 years ago
Dear Next President: Vintage secretary types postcards to the White House on behalf of Americans
Sheryl Oring has been typing carbon-copied cards to the future president for 20 years. She came to the Free Library on Election Day to take dictation.
2 years ago
Burlington County voters face long lines after technical glitch on Election Day
County officials say the technical issues were not caused by anything "nefarious."
2 years ago
How Pennsylvania voters feel about Harris, Trump on Election Day
November 5th is Election Day and millions of Americans will cast their vote for our next president along with Congressional seats and state-wide offices.
Air Date: November 5, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:44N.J. and Pa. among best-represented states on Election Day, according to report
The states are among the top 10 that reflect the voter population of their electorates based on race, age and gender, says a report by the personal finance site WalletHub.
2 years ago
Listen 1:08Trump is using election lies to lay the groundwork for challenging 2024 results if he loses
Rally after rally, he urges his supporters to deliver a victory “too big to rig,” telling them the only way he can lose is if Democrats cheat.
2 years ago
‘Please, leave me alone. I get it. I’m going to vote’: Campaign messages overwhelm Pa. voters
“You make me want to throw my pager out the window,” said one Philadelphia voter, quoting “Bug a Boo” by Destiny’s Child.
2 years ago
Listen 1:10Pennsylvania challenge of Elon Musk’s $1M-a-day voter sweepstakes moves back to state court
The ruling is a loss for the world's richest man and his political action committee.
2 years ago
Philly judge rejects developer’s bid to become conservator of Germantown YWCA
Neighbors have long bemoaned the building as an eyesore and have repeatedly called on the city to restore the historic property before it’s too late.
2 years ago
Timothy Snyder on freedom and democracy
Yale University professor Timothy Snyder on American's distorted view of freedom and why it matters.
Air Date: November 1, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 50:13Comic book heroes battle for democracy: Philly nonprofit uses comic books to inspire voter turnout
Konkret Comics, Show Up Strong and The Voter Project joined forces to create "Liberty Knights," to encourage and promote voter registration in Philadelphia.
2 years ago
Listen 1:04A look at false and misleading claims surrounding the 2024 election
Two videos circulating on social media on Wednesday are falsely claiming they show wrongdoing around voting in Pennsylvania, a key swing state.
2 years ago
Speed-enforcement cameras coming to Broad Street next year, PPA ads warn
Philadelphia Parking Authority Executive Director Rich Lazer told WHYY News the public service announcements show the impact of deadly accidents on families in Philadelphia.
2 years ago
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