Pennsylvania
Why are Republicans so insistent on this legislation? Because the second part of their strategy is to reverse long-established policies that benefit the poor and middle-class.
7 years ago
Pa. lawmakers start weighing child welfare reforms
In September, a report from the state auditor general's office declared Pennsylvania's child welfare system "broken." Now, lawmakers have begun considering how to improve it.
7 years ago
Abortion restriction bill picks up traction in Pa. House
A bill narrowing the window to get an abortion in Pennsylvania could be on a fast track to Governor Tom Wolf’s desk sometime soon.
7 years ago
Breast-feeding Philly moms push for accommodations to pump at train stations
“Women should not have to feed their child, whether it's nursing or pumping, while sitting on a dirty toilet,” said Lacey Kohlmoos, the woman who created the online petition.
7 years ago
Listen 2:35Battle over Pa.’s congressional district map begins in federal court in gerrymandering case
A group of Pennsylvania voters are calling for a new map before the 2018 midterm elections.
7 years ago
Slain woman’s parents push Pa. to revoke license of architect in Philly building collapse
Jay Bryan and Nancy Winkler say they still haven’t heard a word from the state architecture license board about their complaint against Plato Marinakos, who continues to work.
7 years ago
Meehan seeking tax legislation changes on energy credits, medical deductions
U.S. Rep. Pat Meehan expects to vote for the Republican tax overhaul, but he wants changes to encourage clean energy investment and preserve deductions for medical expenses.
7 years ago
Listen 3:55Cabot Oil and Gas to pay $99,000 for air quality violations in Susquehanna County
7 years ago
Rendell backs Fetterman campaign for Pa. lieutenant governor
A notable Philadelphia politician is throwing his support behind one of the many challengers to Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Mike Stack.
7 years ago
Bernie Sanders rallies Reading, Pa. crowd against GOP tax bill
The U.S. Senator from Vermont and former presidential candidate said the bill, which passed the Senate over the weekend, was a blow to lower- and middle-class families.
7 years ago
Philly councilwoman wants to ban plastic barriers in stop-and-go businesses
Employees at stop-and-gos are routinely shielded in plastic glass for protection. Customers make their purchases through a window in the barrier.
7 years ago
In eastern Pa. senate districts, incumbents feel safe, but many voters feel out of the loop
On the eastern border of Pennsylvania, north of the Philadelphia suburbs, a cluster of state Senate districts appear — at first glance ...
7 years ago
Penn State still fighting 2 Sandusky abuse claim lawsuits
One of two lawsuits still pending in the Jerry Sandusky child molestation scandal is nearing trial.
7 years ago
Fracking ban proposed for Delaware River basin; ‘significant risks’ cited
The Delaware River Basin Commission on Thursday proposed a ban on fracking for natural gas in the basin.
7 years ago
Customers in West Chester among 180 claiming sex assault at Massage Envy locations
BuzzFeed News reporter Katie Baker investigated the company’s response to these complaints. She sat down with NewsWorks Tonight’s Dave Heller to discuss what she found.
7 years ago
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