Pennsylvania
Jay-Z enters one of Pa.’s messiest political fights
Jay-Z’s company Roc Nation is funding informational events to get Philadelphians on board with using taxpayer money for private school vouchers.
2 years ago
Delaware County ditches plan to place mental health facility at Delco Woods
Delco’s previous decision to assess the possibility of placing long-term structured residences at the county’s largest park garnered widespread criticism.
2 years ago
The legal battle to save Germantown YWCA represents a rare use of controversial Pa. law
The historic property has sat vacant for nearly 20 years. A real estate developer hopes a judge gives him the opportunity to change that.
2 years ago
Listen 7:13‘Momnibus’ bills would expand access to doulas, provide essentials to new parents
Gov. Josh Shapiro and legislative Democrats want Pennsylvania to invest more in maternal health care. Some of their ideas could end up in this year’s budget.
2 years ago
Speed cameras, cellphone bans: Do they make driving safer?
Gov. Shapiro just signed a new law cracking down on distracted driving. And Mayor Parker wants more speed cameras to slow Philly drivers. But would it really help save lives?
Air Date: June 11, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 50:51Pennsylvania Senate passes a bill to outlaw the distribution of deepfake material
The legislation would outlaw the distribution of salacious or pornographic deepfakes. Sponsors say it'll eliminate a legal loophole that has frustrated prosecutors.
2 years ago
Pa. schools would get billions more under Democratic plan passed by the state House
A proposal to boost public school funding by billions in the coming years and impose stricter rules on cyber-charter schools is on its way to the Pennsylvania Senate.
2 years ago
Pa. Sen. John Fetterman and wife Gisele involved in Maryland car crash
The crash happened shortly before 8 a.m. Sunday in western Maryland. According to a statement from Fetterman's office, he and his wife are doing well.
2 years ago
Delaware County lawmakers are hoping to pass legislation in honor of Fanta Bility, an 8-year-old girl who was shot and killed by Sharon Hill police officers in 2021.
2 years ago
Listen 1:10Free air conditioners available again in Pa. through utility assistance program
The A/C units and repairs are available only to people who received LIHEAP or weatherization assistance in the past year.
2 years ago
Listen 1:09Nearly 19% of water systems tested in Pa. contain PFAS levels above new EPA standards
In the Philly region, “forever chemicals” exceeded Pa.’s maximum contaminant levels in Bucks, Chester and Montgomery counties.
2 years ago
Listen 1:42Some Pa. Goodwill stores will now recycle electronic waste for free
Goodwill Keystone Area will accept electronic items from keyboards and toasters to cables and MP3 players.
2 years ago
Listen 1:19Here’s what you need to know about Pa.’s marijuana laws
Medical marijuana was made legal in Pa. in 2016, but recreational sales elude the commonwealth. Here’s what you should know.
2 years ago
Delco now has its first community center for BIPOC, LGBTQ youth
There will be an open house for the community center during Delco’s Pride Festival on Saturday in Upper Darby.
2 years ago
Pa. House Speaker Joanna McClinton, who invited the officers, said that many Republican members walked off the floor, turned their backs and booed.
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