Pennsylvania
McCormick is going big early in what may be the most expensive Senate race of 2024 as Democrats face a tough path to keeping the upper chamber.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:14Election dates and deadlines to watch for Pa., Philly, N.J. and Del. in 2024
Voters will head to the polls this November to weigh in on races for president, U.S. Senate, state legislatures and beyond.
3 weeks ago
In Pennsylvania, she wants to hand out new syringes to save lives. But is it legal?
Many studies have identified public health benefits associated with syringe-exchange services.
3 weeks ago
Court tosses Republican Pennsylvania lawmakers’ challenge of state, federal voter access actions
“A vague, generalized allegation that elections, generally, will be undermined, is not the type of case or controversy that this court may rule on," the judge said.
3 weeks ago
‘Safe and effective’: Pa. pols, doctors and activists react to SCOTUS hearing on abortion pill
A group of doctors challenged the FDA’s authority to approve mifepristone, an abortion drug. The case went to the Supreme Court, which heard oral arguments Tuesday.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:08Rescue teams end search for missing 6-year-old girl who fell in Chester Creek
Six-year-old Li’najah Brooker fell into Chester Creek on Saturday evening, prompting a joint search operation from multiple local, state and federal agencies.
3 weeks ago
Listen 0:45A former Montco Republican has joined Pa.’s crowded AG race as a Forward Party candidate
Former GOP N.J. Gov. Christine Todd Whitman and former Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang formed the party hoping to establish a viable third option for candidates.
3 weeks ago
Bucks County files climate lawsuit against Big Oil
Filed a year after devastating flash floods killed seven people in Bucks County, the lawsuit alleges the oil industry deceived the public about its climate impact.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:08Former Yeadon police chief reaches settlement with borough following discrimination suit
Former Yeadon police chief Anthony “Chachi” Paparo accused borough officials of firing him because he is white.
4 weeks ago
Listen 0:44Upgrades to Pa. governor’s mansion bankrolled by private group that won’t disclose donors, full cost
A NYC design firm has been hired to refurbish public areas of the residence, but no one will say who is managing the project, raising money for it, or who is paying for it.
4 weeks ago
Casey, McCormick to appear alone on Senate ballots in Pennsylvania after courts boot off challengers
The November contest between Casey and McCormick is expected to be one of the most expensive and closely watched races in the nation.
4 weeks ago
With the support of loyal members and “Barbenheimer,” Renew Theaters, which operates theaters in Ambler, Doylestown, Jenkintown and Princeton, is thriving.
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Listen 7:00Shapiro’s alternative to a key climate program comes with one major catch: It needs GOP support
Pennsylvania's governor is seeking GOP buy-in to his proposition for a state-based alternative to a cap-and-trade program aimed at fighting climate change.
4 weeks ago
Recovery operations continue for 6-year-old girl who fell into Chester, Pa. creek
Officials say Lin'ajah Brooker was playing with two other children when she slipped and fell into the fast-moving creek near 8th Street.
4 weeks ago
Drag story hour at Pa. library canceled after suspicious package and threats, authorities say
A state police bomb squad later cleared the library, but police said “additional reported threats” were still being investigated.
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