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Donald Trump dancing
Politics & Policy

What to know about ‘no tax on tips,’ Trump’s tax pledge that’s in the GOP budget bill

The idea is planted in the sprawling tax cuts package House Republicans passed early Thursday. In a surprise move, the Senate voted this week to unanimously approve the idea.

7 days ago

Crozer Health staff protesting with a sign reading PATIENTS OVER PROFITS
Money

‘It’s huge’: Crozer Health closure will cost Delaware County schools, boroughs millions in tax revenue

The cash-strapped Chester Upland School District stands to lose $2.2 million in annual tax revenue with Crozer Health’s closure.

4 weeks ago

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Woman observing clothing rack at B-Bop Vintage in Philadelphia
Money

Could sustainable shopping get a boost as tariffs panic fast fashion brands?

Thrifting proponents hope more people will turn to sustainable fashion as the trade war between the U.S. and China places the fast fashion industry in a chokehold.

1 month ago

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iPhones sit on display at a store
Politics & Policy

Trump administration says it will exclude some electronics from reciprocal tariffs

U.S. Customs and Border Protection said items like smartphones, laptops, machines used to make semiconductors and flat-panel monitors would be exempt.

2 months ago

Philadelphia City Hall
Money

About 50,000 low-income Philadelphians could get their city wage taxes back, but few apply

The average income-based wage tax refund for eligible Philadelphia workers is between $300 and $400, but less than 1% of residents apply for it.

2 months ago

A portion of the 1040 U.S. Individual Income Tax Return form is shown
Money
Billy Penn

A procrastinator’s guide to tax season resources and deadlines

There is help available to prepare your tax returns, especially for families with lower incomes. Experts advise to start on it now.

2 months ago

State Capitol building
Politics & Policy

‘Shakedown’: Controversial legislation changing Delaware corporate law passes state Senate with no debate

Supporters of the legislation say changes are needed to ensure companies have clarity and predictability in Delaware’s corporate franchise.

2 months ago

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Michael Doweary speaks
Community

Chester’s state-appointed receiver resigns. Pa. agency taps his No. 2 to take over

Rick Siger, secretary of Pennsylvania's Department of Community and Economic Development, nominated Vijay Kapoor to lead the city of Chester out of bankruptcy.

3 months ago

President Donald Trump speaks in the Roosevelt Room of the White House, Jan. 21, 2025, in Washington.
Politics & Policy
WESA

Pennsylvania officials, medical providers sound alarm over Medicaid cuts

The Congressional budget resolution passed last week calls for $2 trillion in spending cuts.

3 months ago

Rob Bresnahan speaks at a campaign rally for Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump, Aug. 17, 2024, in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania Republicans who narrowly won their House seats feel the heat of early votes back home

Three newly elected Pa. Republicans are feeling the heat back home after supporting cuts to Medicaid funding while President Donald Trump makes economy-altering decisions.

3 months ago

A sign for the Internal Revenue Service
Politics & Policy

IRS plans to lay off 7,000 probationary workers beginning Thursday, AP source says

The IRS has around 90,000 employees across the U.S. It's unclear how the layoffs, which largely affect employees in compliance departments, may affect tax collection services.

3 months ago

Trump on Air Force One
Politics & Policy

White House says Trump tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China will come Saturday. No word on exemptions

Trump had been threatening the tariffs to ensure greater cooperation on stopping illegal immigration and the smuggling of chemicals used for fentanyl.

4 months ago

Traffic passes through the toll plaza at the George Washington Bridge in Fort Lee, New Jersey, on Friday, June 10, 2022
Politics & Policy

New Jersey commuters face higher tolls, gas tax and public transit fares in 2025

Starting New Year's Day, anyone who drives a vehicle or takes a train or bus in the Garden State will pay higher transportation costs.

5 months ago

The Chester County Govenment Services
Money

Chester County residents will see a 13% property tax hike

GOP Commissioner Eric Roe said he doesn’t see waste in the budget, but believes the tax increase is too high for county residents.

5 months ago

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Several row homes on one side of a block
Urban Planning

Delaware seniors in ‘limbo’ worrying property value reassessments will drive up next year’s taxes

New Castle County hasn’t assessed property since 1983. Some are concerned older residents will feel the brunt of tax increases.

5 months ago

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