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Philadelphia City Councilmember Jamie Gauthier poses for a photo
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly City Council weighs zoning tweak for ‘Turn the Key’ projects

The legislation is designed to make it easier for developers to build homes in certain sections of the city.

2 months ago

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth
Politics & Policy

Pentagon watchdog to review Hegseth’s use of Signal app to convey plans for Houthi strike

The review will also look at other defense officials use of the the publicly available encrypted app, which is not able to handle classified material.

2 months ago

an aerial view of the Delco Woods property
Community

Delco Woods set to get a loop trail, formal BMX arrangements and pavilion

Due to fiscal issues, Delaware County is taking a long-term approach to resurrect the former Don Guanella property as its largest public park.

2 months ago

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El gobernador de Delaware, Matt Meyer, firma su primera orden ejecutiva, creando un programa de formación profesional para jóvenes, detrás del escenario después de la ceremonia de toma de posesión en la Universidad Estatal de Delaware.
Politics & Policy

Grabado: El gobernador de Delaware, Matt Meyer, opina sobre la reforma judicial, la modernización de los puertos y Trump

El gobernador Matt Meyer habla sobre sus prioridades mientras se adapta a su nuevo rol como director ejecutivo del Primer Estado.

2 months ago

The Delaware General Assembly in session at the Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware
Politics & Policy

Delaware lawmakers scrap Legislative Hall expansion plan after state hit with $38 million in federal health care cuts

The state will direct the $50 million it planned to spend in fiscal year 2026 on expanding Legislative Hall to counter losses in federal funding.

2 months ago

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Anthony Phillips addressing a room full of people
Community

East Mount Airy residents raise safety concerns after Charles M. Finley Recreation Center triple shooting

Councilmember Anthony Phillips and city leaders are looking for solutions after a triple shooting at the Charles M. Finley Recreation Center.

2 months ago

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Elon Musk speaks
Politics & Policy

Musk could be leaving D.C. after turbulent times at the president’s DOGE

Trump and Musk have both hinted that DOGE's work will end soon. But that was before Tuesday, when Wisconsin voters rejected Musk's pick for a state Supreme Court candidate.

2 months ago

outside Independence Hall
Politics & Policy

White House wants more funding to prep Philly’s Independence Hall for semiquincentennial

Stakeholders look forward to more funding for Independence Hall as America gets ready to celebrate its 250th anniversary after White House executive order.

2 months ago

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Cory Booker speaking at a podium
Politics & Policy

New Jersey’s U.S. Sen. Cory Booker sets a record, makes a marathon speech objecting to several Trump administration policies

Sen. Booker got help from fellow Democrats during his marathon, anti-Trump speech, the longest Senate speech in history.

2 months ago

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Sen. Cory Booker speaks during a hearing in Washington
Politics & Policy

Who is Cory Booker, the Democrat from New Jersey holding the Senate floor?

Booker played part in a 2018 bipartisan measure to overhaul federal sentencing laws passed after some Black leaders forged an alliance with Trump.

2 months ago

The Department of Health and Human Services building
Health

Pennsylvania and New Jersey leaders warn that DOGE cuts to health agencies could limit care and services

Federal agencies notified state, city and local health departments last week of immediate cuts to U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services grants.

2 months ago

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People protest a Tesla car dealership in Chester County
Politics & Policy

Chester County protesters join global demonstration against Tesla CEO Elon Musk

The growing movement targeting Musk’s company comes amid a rise in vandalism of Tesla vehicles.

2 months ago

Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pa. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Studio 2 Extra: Pa. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan calls Signal chat leak “a violation of security protocol,” urges investigation

The Representative is sounding the alarm over a leaked chats involving senior Trump administration officials, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and VP J.D. Vance.

Air Date: March 28, 2025 12:00 pm

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State Capitol building
Politics & Policy

Gov. Meyer proposes new tax brackets for wealthier Delawareans, offers new housing and education initiatives

The governor wants to raise new revenue by changing the personal income tax brackets and increasing fees on cigarettes, state parks and roads.

2 months ago

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Mayor Parker looks on
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly’s Zero Fare program for low-income residents is not in Mayor Parker’s budget

To continue the free transportation program for low-income Philadelphians, it would cost the city $30 million each year.

2 months ago

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