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Who is Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro? Full biography, key accomplishments, controversies and more
Shapiro has emerged as a top contender for the vice-presidential nod following President Joe Biden’s exit from the race. Learn more about his long political history.
2 years ago
EPA awards $4.3 billion to fund projects in 30 states to reduce climate pollution
The latest round of grants includes $396 million to Pennsylvania to reduce industrial greenhouse gas emissions from cement, asphalt and other material.
2 years ago
When Philadelphia city employees showed up in person last week, the situation was chaotic and without enough office space to do their jobs.
2 years ago
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Delaware reacts to Biden ending reelection bid: ‘Putting our nation before himself’
Congressional and Delaware officials react to President Biden stepping aside to endorse Kamala Harris.
2 years ago
Biden drops out of the 2024 presidential election, endorses Harris
"I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down," Pres. Joe Biden wrote in a letter posted on social media.
2 years ago
Doylestown Republicans rally for Trump in the wake of assassination attempt
Dozens of Trump supporters rallied for the former president in Doylestown Saturday, July 20, 2024.
2 years ago
Biden’s ability to win back skeptical Democrats is tested at a perilous moment for his campaign
Rep. Mark Takano has added his name to the list of nearly three dozen Democrats in Congress who say it’s time for Biden to leave the presidential race.
2 years ago
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This year’s budget overturns local bans on rodeos. No Pa. lawmaker will take credit
The provision was quietly included in a budget-enabling code bill and appears to target Pittsburgh.
2 years ago
What do you think of Donald Trump’s VP pick JD Vance?
The 2024 Republican presidential ticket is officially set: Donald Trump and J.D. Vance. But who is Trump’s running mate, and what does he stand for?
Air Date: July 18, 2024 12:00 pm
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Pa. launches right-to-counsel program with hopes of reducing evictions
Funding for the new program was included in the budget lawmakers passed last week.
2 years ago
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Democrats consider expelling Menendez from the Senate after conviction in bribery trial
Sen. Bob Menendez has shown no sign he will voluntarily resign from the Senate following his conviction on bribery charges.
2 years ago
JD Vance introduces himself as Trump’s running mate and makes direct appeal to his native Rust Belt
JD Vance used his Wednesday night address to the Republican National Convention to share the story of his hardscrabble upbringing and make the case for his party.
2 years ago
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Pennsylvania Democrats just lost the House majority, yet remain in control. Here’s how
Reps. Donna Bullock and Stephen Kinsey, D-Philadelphia, are leaving the statehouse, changing the makeup to 100 Democrats and 101 Republicans.
2 years ago
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Free period products coming to some Pa. schools thanks to $3M budget commitment
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed off on a $3 million grant program to provide free period products to Pennsylvania schools. Many key details still need to be worked out.
2 years ago
GOP Senate nominee McCormick has his moment at the Republican National Convention
David McCormick, who is running against U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, addressed the RNC Tuesday. He told WHYY News about nearly coming into the line of fire in Butler, Pa.
2 years ago
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