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Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

A disagreement about measuring student poverty is delaying the Pa. budget

That’s a key issue for public school advocates, who see this year’s budget as critical to eliminating the funding gap between rich and poor districts.

2 years ago

Gemayel Keyes
Education

Philly special ed teacher rose from school bus attendant with the help of the district’s ‘grow your own teacher’ effort

Gemayel Keyes testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions in Washington, D.C.

2 years ago

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Politics & Policy

Biden joins sermon at Church of God in Christ during 6th campaign visit to Philadelphia

Pennsylvania is considered a must-win in the 2024 presidential election. Biden’s visit comes amid calls that he should leave the race following a poor debate performance.

2 years ago

Gov. Gavin Newsom Doylestown
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’We are going to save democracy’: Calif. Gov. Newsom, local officials rally for Biden in Doylestown

More than 200 people attending the rally in Doylestown were met with dozens of Trump supporters waving flags outside.

2 years ago

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Studio 2
Politics & Policy

As the Democratic party panics — should President Biden step aside?

Does the Democratic party need a new nominee? A growing chorus of pundits are calling on President Joe Biden to step aside. But many democrats have rallied behind him.

Air Date: July 3, 2024 12:00 pm

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Politics & Policy

Legislation legalizing medical-aid-in-dying in Delaware awaits governor’s action

Gov. Carney said his position on the issue has been public since the bill was introduced. He has 10 days to act after his office gets the legislation.

2 years ago

An emergency vehicle, bottom right, stands near the scene of a two-vehicle accident on the southbound side of the Garden State Parkway in Clark, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Urban Planning

New Jersey counties explore new strategies for roadway safety as fatalities rise

Various counties across New Jersey are exploring new strategies to make highways and roadways safer during the busy summer season.

2 years ago

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Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

More funding could be coming to a Pa. affordable housing program

New money for an affordable housing program was one of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s asks in this year’s budget. Success seems to be in reach.

2 years ago

John Carney signing the budget
Politics & Policy

Delaware legislature wraps with over 50 bills acted on in final day as abortion and death penalty bills go to Gov. Carney

Legislation passed by the General Assembly includes creating a new hospital tax and a procurement process for offshore wind projects.

2 years ago

Joan Levy Specter
Politics & Policy
6abc

Former Philadelphia City Councilmember Joan Levy Specter, known for championing human rights, dies at 90

Some of her notable achievements include championing non-partisan issues such as daycare, housing, child nutrition, and anti-discrimination.

2 years ago

Charly Bass at an in-construction property
Urban Planning

Delaware developers are rehabbing vacant homes for the middle class

The statewide program subsidizes developers rebuilding houses in neighborhoods where the rehab costs are higher than what the home is worth.

2 years ago

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File photo: New Jersey State Capitol building in Trenton. (Alan Tu/WHYY)
Politics & Policy

N.J. approves the largest spending plan in state history. Here are the key takeaways

New Jersey has a new spending plan in place. It’s the largest budget ever approved, and Gov. Phil Murphy says there’s good reason.

2 years ago

Donna Reed Miller
Politics & Policy

Former Philly Councilmember Donna Reed Miller dies at 77

The former council member worked to improve the quality of life in Philadelphia, especially in the 8th Councilmanic District, where she lived.

2 years ago

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Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Property taxes are the lifeblood of local government, but officials, residents hate to adjust them

Here are five key takeaways from a panel discussion about outdated property tax assessments and how they affect Pennsylvanians.

2 years ago

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Education
Spotlight PA

School vouchers may make it into Pennsylvania’s budget. What would they really do?

School choice vouchers could be part of the budget being negotiated in Pennsylvania. They’re controversial, and decades of studies show they have mixed results.

2 years ago

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