
Politics
Pa. women poised to make history in congressional delegation after primary victories
For the past few years, only men have been in Pennsylvania’s 18 member congressional delegation, but after Tuesday's primary, that's almost guaranteed to change in 2019.
7 years ago
Listen 05:22GOP nominee Scott Wagner calls education his ‘cornerstone,’ emphasizes fiscal accountability
If the last gubernatorial election is any indication, education will be a major topic in the upcoming race between two wealthy York County businessmen.
7 years ago
Listen 4:00Wolf, Fetterman make first appearance as Pa. running mates
John Fetterman is the first candidate to defeat a sitting lieutenant governor in a Pennsylvania primary.
7 years ago
New Jersey still has $1.2 billion left in federal Sandy aid
The Murphy administration vowed to do everything possible to reduce the impact of 'clawbacks' of Sandy grant money from homeowners who were told they were overpaid.
7 years ago
Delaware readies coordinated effort to fight addiction, improve mental health care
Gov. Carney: “We know there’s a huge cost. There’s no price you can put on the loss of a loved one. And that motivation needs to be with us as we implement this action plan.”
7 years ago
Sanctuary cities could get boost from sports betting ruling
The Justice Department declined to comment on the decision.
7 years ago
Scientists experiment with congressional candidacy in Pennsylvania, around U.S.
More than 50 scientists are running for federal office this year. Right now, the vast majority of people in Congress have backgrounds in law, business, or politics.
7 years ago
Listen 3:59Congressional hopefuls troll for votes on final weekend of campaign
Congressional hopefuls canvass, and we survey the races
7 years ago
Philly mayor threatens council over lagging rec center rebuild
In a fiery letter, Philadelphia’s mayor said he’s willing to scale back an effort to rebuild parks, rec centers, and libraries to sidestep City Council’s approval.
7 years ago
Federal employees face cuts to retirement benefits, pay freezes
Federal employees can be forgiven for feeling whiplashed by the Trump administration.
7 years ago
Electricians union spends big on Philly legislative race
IBEW Local 98 drops $112,500 on state legislative race in South Philadelphia
7 years ago
FEC says candidates can use campaign funds for child care
The Federal Election Commission has ruled that federal candidates can use campaign funds to pay for child care costs that result from time spent running for office.
7 years ago
Equal Rights Amendment fails in Delaware General Assembly
More than three decades after an Equal Rights Amendment was first proposed in Delaware, the General Assembly again failed to pass an ER ...
7 years ago
Philly Council crew takes to the river for Dad Vail corporate challenge
Their Council crew includes five elected officials and a few staffers to fill out its entry in the 500-meter race.
7 years ago
Wolf, Pa. Legislative Black Caucus pledge to reduce gun violence
The new effort offers $1.5 million for distribution to community groups around the state working to prevent or respond to gun violence.
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