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Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small leaves a conference room
Courts & Law

Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small acquitted of all child abuse charges

The mayor, who was charged in 2024, has called the case against him and his wife politically motivated.

5 months ago

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Ask Governor Meyer
Politics & Policy

Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 12/18/2025

Ask Governor Meyer is a chance for Delawareans to hear directly from their governor and ask questions in real time.

Air Date: December 18, 2025 8:00 pm

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A red-brick building
Politics & Policy

Bucks County commissioners approve 8% property tax increase

The increase amounts to roughly $6 a month for residential property owners.

5 months ago

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Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., speaks at a news conference, Jan. 31, 2023, on Capitol Hill in Washington.
Politics & Policy

3 GOP representatives from Pennsylvania oppose their party to force vote on extending health care subsidies

Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, who led the charge, blamed GOP leadership for letting the subsidies expire. His opponent says it just shows he’s worried about next year’s election.

5 months ago

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Ben Wallace (left) is seen in a side-by-side photo with Julianne Murray
Courts & Law

Delaware replaces Trump’s pick for U.S. attorney without legal drama seen in New Jersey, Virginia

Julianne Murray’s appointment was in jeopardy after this month’s federal appeals court ruling. Her state’s judges also decided not to keep her.

5 months ago

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Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer delivers his first State of the State address
Politics & Policy

Delaware to recoup more than $300M over 3 years after law on tax decoupling takes effect

Delaware’s corporate tax revenue was at risk due to federal tax provisions passed in the “one big, beautiful bill.”

5 months ago

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Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson at a community healing event for loved ones of gun violence victims in the city’s 2nd District
Politics & Policy

‘Making sure we’re helping people’: Council President Kenyatta Johnson on how to make Philly better

Two years into his first term leading City Council, Kenyatta Johnson talks about his priorities and improving conditions for all in Philadelphia.

5 months ago

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FILE - Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y.,
Politics & Policy

The Senate voted down dueling health proposals. Here’s what’s at stake for Americans

The political stakes of rising health insurance premiums are looming as affordability concerns have emerged as a key issue for voters going into the 2026 midterms.

5 months ago

Alina Habba, President Donald Trump's pick
Politics & Policy

Alina Habba, U.S. attorney for New Jersey, is stepping down

Habba’s resignation comes a week after a federal appeals court ruled that she is disqualified from serving in an “acting” capacity.

5 months ago

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Phil Murphy speaks
Science

N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy urges microplastics regulations in tap water. Can water providers meet the challenge?

There currently are no federal regulations for microplastics in public drinking water, and most water providers don’t monitor for these contaminants.

5 months ago

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the ferris wheel and flying chair ride
Urban Planning

Wonderland Pier hotel? Ocean City Council opens door to large-scale redevelopment

Business leaders warn of more boardwalk store closures should redevelopment efforts stall, but some residents fear losing the site’s family-friendly identity.

5 months ago

Overhead photo of a residential area
Politics & Policy

Delaware County property taxes could rise 19% in 2026

Residents did not hold back their feelings on absorbing another tax increase. “This feels like déjà vu,” said one Drexel Hill constituent.

5 months ago

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Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa.
Politics & Policy

Fetterman among Senate Democrats targeted for backing Trump’s judicial nominees

Demand Justice has launched a weeklong advertising campaign against Democrats John Fetterman and Maggie Hassan and independent Angus King.

5 months ago

Mayor Cherelle Parker speaks
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

In major win for Philly progressives, City Council advances housing budget with more money for lowest income residents

The measure is expected to pass during a second and final vote scheduled for Council's final regular meeting of the year.

5 months ago

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A sign with SNAP EBT information is posted on a store window
Politics & Policy

Trump administration says it will withhold SNAP from Democrat-led states if they don’t provide data

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the action is in the works because those states are refusing to provide information the department requested on recipients.

5 months ago

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