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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga.
Politics & Policy

House votes overwhelmingly to force release of Epstein files, sending bill to Senate

President Donald Trump has bowed to the growing momentum behind the bill and even said he will sign it if it also passes the Senate.

2 months ago

The aftermath of the plane crash
Courts & Law

Lawsuit says ‘carelessness’ and ‘negligence’ were to blame for January plane crash that killed 8 in Northeast Philly

Eight people were killed and 20 were hurt after the plane, operated by the Mexican company Med Jets, crashed in Northeast Philly in January.

2 months ago

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Wetlands around the Tookany Creek in Elkins Park, Pa. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Politics & Policy

EPA moves to limit scope of clean water law to reduce amount of wetlands it covers

When finalized, the EPA said the rule will ensure the Clean Water Act is focused on flowing bodies of water, along with wetlands that are connected to such bodies of water.

2 months ago

Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif.
Politics & Policy

What’s next now that Trump has signed bill releasing the Epstein files

The bill will most likely trigger a rarely seen baring of a sprawling federal investigation, also creating the potential for unintended consequences.

2 months ago

Audrey Strauss, acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York
Politics & Policy

Emails reveal Epstein’s network of the rich and powerful despite sex offender status

Emails released by the House Oversight Committee reveal how Jeffrey Epstein maintained connections with influential figures.

2 months ago

Audrey Strauss, acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York
Politics & Policy

Takeaways from the newly released Epstein files

The documents include emails between Jeffrey Epstein and powerful people, as well as unrelated materials.

2 months ago

Sasha Suda smiles
Arts & Entertainment

Recently fired CEO of Philadelphia Art Museum sues over her ousting

Days after being terminated “for cause,” Sasha Suda described the museum board as “corrupt” and “dysfunctional.”

2 months ago

Bill Walters
Courts & Law

Estemos preparados o no, la ley de Delaware que exige un permiso para comprar una pistola entrará en vigor el próximo mes

La aplicación del estado, que los funcionarios tienen hasta 30 días para tramitar, aún no está disponible, lo que ha llevado a un opositor a predecir una prohibición temporal.

2 months ago

a sign for Upsal Garden Apartments
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law

Mt. Airy renters say their landlord illegally collected rent. Now they’re suing

The lawsuit proposes class-action status and seeks repairs and the return of rent payments.

2 months ago

Josh Shapiro speaks
Courts & Law

Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro joins lawsuit against Trump administration for cutting funds to public safety

Pennsylvania and 10 other states, including New Jersey and Delaware, are suing FEMA and the DHS.

3 months ago

Listen 1:02
Chester Water Authority building
Courts & Law

Chester Water Authority should hand over financial information and restructure board, receiver says

Tuesday’s filing is the latest court battle between one of the region’s largest public water systems and the office tasked with rescuing the city of Chester from fiscal ruin.

3 months ago

Bill Walters
Courts & Law

Ready or not, Delaware law requiring permit to buy handgun takes effect next month

The state’s application, which officials have up to 30 days to process, still isn’t available, leading one foe to predict a temporary ban on buying guns.

3 months ago

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President Donald Trump answers questions from reporters in the Oval Office at the White House, Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025, in Washington.
Politics & Policy

Trump seeks ‘a lot of money’ from federal government for past DOJ investigations

President Donald Trump said Tuesday he did not know the dollar figures involved and suggested he had not spoken to officials about it.

3 months ago

Homes in New Castle, Delaware.
Courts & Law

Delaware Chancery Court hears lawsuit challenging law aimed at providing tax relief to New Castle County homeowners

New Castle County officials deny planned mass reclassification of properties raises possible due process concerns.

3 months ago

Listen 1:02
A paper bag being handed over in a store
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia mayor and council members at odds over 10-cent paper bag fee bill

The fee is meant to encourage Philadelphians to bring their own bags. Parker’s administration worries it could hurt low-income residents.

3 months ago

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