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Election dates and deadlines to watch for Pa., Philly and N.J. in 2025
Voters will head to the polls across the Delaware Valley to weigh in on races for district attorney, governor, election boards and beyond. (Maria Pulcinella, June 11, 2025)

Election 2024 updates: Trump wins presidential race; GOP sweeps Pa. row offices
Follow along for live special coverage on the 2024 general election. (WHYY News staff, Nov. 6–7, 2024)

No ‘seat at the table’: Why Philly-area environmental justice activists fear a Trump win
“With a Harris-Walz administration, we will at least have a seat at the table,” one activist said. “With a Trump administration, there won’t be a table.” (Sophia Schmidt, Oct. 31, 2024)

Early voting in Delaware shatters records as tens of thousands wait in line to cast their ballots
This is the first presidential election in which Delawareans can vote early. Lawmakers approved the law in 2019. (Sarah Mueller, Oct. 29, 2024)

How a Trump victory could stall offshore wind expansion
Trump said he would stop offshore wind on “day one” should he win the election. The wind industry worries about delays to permits and proponents worry about jobs. (Susan Phillips, Oct. 29, 2024)

Elon Musk said he’d give away $1M a day until Election Day for signing his PAC’s Constitution-backing petition. Is that legal?
The billionaire X owner promised Saturday to give away $1 million a day until Nov. 5 for people signing the petition. Some election experts say it’s a violation of the law. (Associated Press, Mike Catalini, Oct. 20, 2024)

Protecting the vote in Philly: City leaders lay out plans to ensure a fair election
District Attorney Larry Krasner vowed to prosecute anyone who attempts to impede the election process in any way, and said he’s done it before. (Tom MacDonald, Sept. 9, 2024)

‘You’ve stolen my voice’: Philly mother featured in ad attacking Kamala Harris calls on Trump to take it down
The self-described “lifelong Democrat” appeared on a televised voter roundtable in July. She says her comments are being taken out of context and used in support of Trump. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, Oct. 11, 2024)

Federal officials in Philly announce takedown of Russian-backed campaign to interfere in the U.S. election
Authorities say Russian-backed companies used internet domains meant to mimic legitimate American media companies to spread U.S. election misinformation. (Cory Sharber, Sept. 4, 2024)

GOP network props up liberal third-party candidates in battleground states
Republican political operatives and lawyers are propping up liberal third-party candidates in states like Pennsylvania and Georgia, hoping to take votes from Kamala Harris. (Associated Press, Brian Slodysko, Dan Merica, Sept. 1, 2024)

Harris campaign has Philly Democrats reinvigorated
Democrats in Philly say Kamala Harris’ entry into the race brings new money, new enthusiasm and new volunteers to the race. (Tom MacDonald, July 24, 2024)

Biden drops out of the 2024 presidential election, endorses Harris
“I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down,” Pres. Joe Biden wrote in a letter posted on social media. (Associated Press, Colleen Long, Zeke Miller, Darlene Superville, July 21, 2024)

Pa. officials condemn political violence in the wake of shooting at Trump rally
Elected officials on both sides of the aisle strongly condemned what they are calling an act of political violence. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, Maria Pulcinella, Emily Neil, Kenny Cooper, July 14, 2024)

Trump campaign opens outreach office in a heavily Latino part of Pennsylvania
President Donald Trump’s campaign has teamed up with the Republican National Committee and the Pennsylvania GOP to open a “Latino Americans for Trump” office in Reading. (Associated Press, Will Weissert, June 12, 2024)

Pete Buttigieg talks with WHYY News about presidential election as Pa. polling leans in favor of Trump
With the presidential election just six months away, WHYY News’ Carmen Russell-Sluchansky discussed Biden-Harris campaign strategy with Buttigieg. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, May 17, 2024)

‘Fascist’ Trump has no plan, Gov. Tim Walz says in interview with WHYY News
Gov. Tim Walz is back in Pennsylvania with stops planned in Scranton and Allentown ahead of another Harris visit to Philly on Sunday. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, Oct. 25, 2024)

Harris addresses lower support from young Black men
Kamala Harris has gone up in the polls, but support from Black men is lower than what Biden needed to win Pennsylvania in 2020. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, Sept. 19, 2024)

Comparing and contrasting NABJ’s conversations with Trump and Harris
WHYY reporter and NABJ member P. Kenneth Burns attended both conversations featuring former President Trump and Vice President Harris. (P. Kenneth Burns, Sept. 18, 2024)

WHYY hosts Kamala Harris, NABJ for presidential candidate interview
Harris faced a three-person panel and answered questions on a range of topics including the economy, Gaza, reparations and reproductive health rights. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, Sept. 17, 2024)

Harris strikes measured contrast with Trump’s contentious appearance before Black journalists
Harris’ discussion with NABJ journalists was different from Trump’s addressing the NABJ conference in July, when he questioned the vice president’s racial identity. (Associated Press, Will Weissert, Steve Peoples, Adriana Gomez Licon, Sept. 17, 2024)

Election 2024 updates: Harris and Trump spar over abortion, economy in Philly debate; Delaware primary results
In a historic debate, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump offered starkly different views of America’s future. (WHYY News staff, Sept. 10–11, 2024)

Former President Trump questions vice president’s race and punts policy questions during NABJ event
The former president and Republican presidential candidate answered questions but cut short his promised hour. (P. Kenneth Burns, Amanda Fitzpatrick, July 31, 2024)

What Pa. voters can expect from Biden and Trump’s historic presidential debate
A national poll found Trump has a slight lead over Biden. The same goes for polling focused on Pennsylvania, where the lead is often within the margin of error. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, June 27, 2024)

Harris rallies Philadelphia voters at church, barbershop, bookstore, restaurant and basketball court
Before a rally Sunday evening, Harris visited a church, a barbershop and a bookstore in West Philly. She also met with youth athletes and stopped by a Puerto Rican restaurant. (Associated Press, Darlene Superville, Maryclaire Dale, Chris Megerian, Oct. 27, 2024)

VP Kamala Harris makes stop at Philadelphia’s Famous 4th Street Deli
Workers say the presidential candidate ordered a pastrami sandwich and potato pancakes at the corner deli that serves traditional Jewish food. (Amanda Fitzpatrick, Oct. 24, 2024)

John Kelly said Trump wanted generals like Hitler’s. At a town hall in Delco, Harris says that’s a ‘911 call to the American people’
Trump’s longest-serving chief of staff said the former president praised Hitler while in office. At a CNN town hall in Aston, Harris said Trump is a fascist. (Associated Press, Oct. 22, 2024)

Trump visits Bucks County McDonald’s, offers no evidence for saying Harris didn’t work there in college
Furthering his proofless claim that Kamala Harris never worked at the fast-food chain, the former president worked the fry cooker and spoke in Lower Southampton Township. (Associated Press, Michelle L. Price, Marc Levy, Oct. 20, 2024)

Kamala Harris woos Pa. Republicans where Washington crossed the Delaware
Harris chose a site of historic importance to court disaffected Republicans in Pennsylvania. The Trump campaign said they were being used as a “theatrical prop.” (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, Oct. 16, 2024)

Harris and Trump hold campaign events in Pennsylvania
On Monday, the vice president spoke in Erie while the former president held a town hall in Oaks. The two have made nearly 50 stops in the state this campaign season. (Associated Press, Adriana Gomez Licon, Will Weissert, Mark Scolforo, Oct. 14, 2024)

Elon Musk makes appearance at Trump rally in Butler, Pa.
The SpaceX and Tesla CEO stood with the GOP nominee on Saturday where Trump survived an assassination attempt in July. Musk also has created a super PAC supporting Trump. (Associated Press, Meg Kinnard, Oct. 6, 2024)

JD Vance rallies voters at wealthy Republican donor’s business in Bucks County
Vance stuck to the usual litany of attack lines on issues such as inflation and immigration, and a reporter from the Inquirer was booed by the crowd. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, Sept. 29, 2024)

Ben & Jerry’s launches ice cream campaign for Kamala Harris in Philadelphia
The founders of the ice cream company developed a new flavor to support their candidate. (Peter Crimmins, Sept. 16, 2024)

Harris is planning a Philly visit, tour of battleground states next week with her yet-to-be-named running mate
Three people familiar with the vice president’s plans said Tuesday that she and her yet-to-be-named running mate would begin traveling to battleground states next week. (Associated Press, Bill Barrow, Steve Peoples and Zeke Miller, July 31, 2024)

Govs. Shapiro, Whitmer stump for Kamala Harris in Montgomery County
The governors of Pennsylvania and Michigan joined forces to excite suburban voters about Harris’ candidacy. The two are also on the shortlist of potential VP picks. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, July 29, 2024)

Gabrielle Giffords stumps for Kamala Harris in Philadelphia
The former Democratic congresswoman, who was wounded in a 2011 shooting in Arizona, spoke about gun violence at the Salt & Light church in Southwest Philly. (Associated Press, Marc Levy, July 25, 2024)

Biden joins sermon at Church of God in Christ during 6th campaign visit to Philadelphia
Pennsylvania is considered a must-win in the 2024 presidential election. Biden’s visit comes amid calls that he should leave the race following a poor debate performance. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, July 7, 2024)

‘No respect for our intelligence’: Biden, Trump court disaffected Black voters in Philly
President Joe Biden has made it a mission to win back the voters that helped propel him to the presidency in 2020, but Donald Trump is making his own bid for them. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, June 25, 2024)

Election 2025 updates: Krasner wins Democratic primary race for Philly DA; full race results
Follow along for live special coverage on the 2025 primary election, including Philly’s Democratic race for district attorney and statewide contests for judicial offices. (WHYY News staff, May 21, 2025)

Candidates vying to become Philadelphia’s next district attorney raised more than $1.4M
About half of the donations for the citywide race flowed from donors outside Philadelphia, from the suburbs and beyond. (Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza, May 16, 2025)

As Dugan skips Philly district attorney candidate forum, Krasner speaks on his record
A district attorney debate turned into an hour-long questioning of incumbent Larry Krasner when challenger Patrick Dugan declined to attend. (Meir Rinde, April 23, 2025)

Challenger in district attorney race Dugan drops out of planned candidates forum at WHYY
Larry Krasner and former Judge Patrick Dugan were invited to face off in the April 22 debate hosted by the Committee of Seventy, WHYY News and the Philadelphia Bar Association (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, April 16, 2025)

Philly DA Larry Krasner believes his campaign can be the beginning of the end for the Trump administration
Krasner vows to help register more voters and get them into the habit of voting so they are ready for the congressional midterms in 2026. (Tom MacDonald, Feb. 18, 2025)

Breaking down 2024 election ballot questions in Philadelphia’s suburbs
Voters in six boroughs and townships in Philadelphia’s collar counties will vote on ballot questions this November. (Kenny Cooper, Oct. 21, 2024)

Volunteers knock on doors to create climate ‘super-voters’ in Philadelphia
The Environmental Voter Project targets people who are passionate about climate and the environment, but rarely or never vote. (Sophia Schmidt, Oct. 8, 2024)

What Philly voters need to know this November
From the presidency to the state House, here’s everything on Philadelphia’s Tuesday, Nov. 5 ballot. (Celia Bernhardt, Oct. 8, 2024)

Pa. primary election 2025: Philly and state court races wrapped up with expected outcomes — with 1 exception
Although most winners received endorsements from bar associations and their parties, a candidate for Superior Court advanced with neither. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, May 21, 2025)

What to expect in Pennsylvania’s state primaries
The state’s two largest cities will hold primaries Tuesday for high-profile municipal offices, while other voters will pick nominees for statewide appellate court judgeships. (Associated Press, Robert Yoon, May 16, 2025)

Bucks Commissioner Bob Harvie to challenge Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick for Congress in 2026
Harvie, born and raised in Bristol, has served as county commissioner since 2020. (Emily Neil, April 3, 2025)

Delco district attorney charges Millbourne Borough official with election fraud
DA Jack Stollsteimer alleges Millbourne Borough Vice President Mohammed Nurul Hasan falsely registered people and cast ballots on their behalf in his losing mayoral bid. (Kenny Cooper, March 5, 2025)

‘Blessed’: Casey recounts his Senate career in final floor speech
The outgoing U.S. senator said he had been “blessed” by the opportunity to perform public service and highlighted what he recounted as key successes throughout his career. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, Dec. 19, 2024)

Democrat Bob Casey concedes to Republican David McCormick in Pennsylvania Senate contest
A statewide recount is showing no signs of closing the gap and Casey’s campaign has suffered repeated blows in court. (Associated Press, Marc Levy, Nov. 21, 2024)

Philly recount underway in McCormick-Casey U.S. Senate Race
The race was close enough to trigger an automatic recount, but Philadelphia officials don’t believe it will make a difference. (Tom MacDonald, Nov. 20, 2024)

Court to Pa. counties: Stop counting misdated mail-in ballots, again
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued the latest — and likely final — ruling in the legal fight over mail-in ballots that may impact the results of the U.S. Senate election. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, Nov. 19, 2024)

Pa. Senate race goes into recount as Republicans file lawsuits over mail-in ballots
The secretary of state said the Pa. Senate race has gone into automatic recount. GOP candidate David McCormick has sued to stop officials from counting some mail-in ballots. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, Nov. 15, 2024)

Senate candidates battle over fentanyl as it claims thousands of victims in Pa. each year
Bob Casey and David McCormick have accused each other of contributing to the scourge that is on track to kill 5,000 people in Pennsylvania this year. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, Oct. 31, 2024)

Judge orders Bucks County to extend mail ballot deadline following Trump legal challenge
Bucks County voters can now request mail ballots and access on-demand mail voting at the county’s three voter services offices until close of business Friday. (Emily Neil, Oct. 30, 2024)

Race to watch: What voters need to know about Pa. state Rep. John Lawrence and Democratic challenger Cristian Luna
The 13th District race between John Lawrence and Cristian Luna could swing the balance in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. (Kenny Cooper, Oct. 30, 2024)

Race to watch: What to know about New Jersey’s 4th Congressional District candidates
The race for New Jersey’s 4th District is heating up, with Republican incumbent Chris Smith and Democrat Matt Jenkins facing off again. (David Matthau, Oct. 30, 2024)

Race to watch: What voters need to know about Pa. state Rep. Brian Munroe and Republican challenger Dan McPhillips
Dan McPhillips is challenging Democratic incumbent state Rep. Brian Munroe in a face-off that could determine which party controls the state House. (Emily Neil, Oct. 25, 2024)

Race to watch: What voters need to know about Pa. state Rep. K.C. Tomlinson and Democratic challenger Anand Patel
Democrat Anand Patel is challenging Republican incumbent K.C. Tomlinson in House District 18 in Bucks County. The race may determine which party controls the state House. (Emily Neil, Oct. 11, 2024)

A guide to Pa.’s U.S. Senate race between Bob Casey and Dave McCormick
Republicans want to take back control of the U.S. Senate. Casey, seeking a fourth term in office, is facing a former hedge fund executive. (Kenny Cooper, Oct. 9, 2024)

Pa. voters split on fracking but show widespread support for stronger regulations
Although bipartisan support for fracking remains high among public officials, Pennsylvania voters continue to be divided and support increased regulation. (Susan Phillips, Oct. 7, 2024)

A phishing scam is targeting some Pa. voters. Here’s what to know
The text message falsely claims the recipient is not registered to vote, and asks them to provide personal information on an unsecure website. (Emily Neil, Aug. 28, 2024)

GOP Senate nominee McCormick has his moment at the Republican National Convention
David McCormick, who is running against U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, addressed the RNC Tuesday. He told WHYY News about nearly coming into the line of fire in Butler, Pa. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, July 16, 2024)

A federal lawsuit threatens to undermine Pa.’s 2024 election. Trump impeachment lawyer Bruce Castor Jr. sees the suit as a template for other states
United Sovereign Americans argues Pennsylvania failed to meet federal standards for elections in 2022. Election experts are skeptical. (Kenny Cooper, June 24, 2024)

David McCormick joins Betsy DeVos at Moms for Liberty event in Nazareth
The Republican Senate candidate and the former secretary of education during the Trump administration discussed education, Title IX and “woke ideology.” (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, May 30, 2024)

New Jersey primary election 2025: What you need to know before you vote
New Jersey’s primary election is Tuesday, June 10. Here’s what you should know beforehand, from election deadlines to who’s on the ballot. (Maria Pulcinella, David Matthau, June 10, 2025)

With 11 months to go, N.J.’s gubernatorial race is already crowded, but most voters don’t know who the candidates are
More than a dozen candidates are actively campaigning to become the next governor of New Jersey, but analysts say it’s hard for the average voter to know who is running. (David Matthau, Dec. 4, 2024)

Democrat Andy Kim wins N.J. Senate race defeating Republican Curtis Bashaw, 4 others
The U.S. Senate seat was vacated by Bob Menendez following his federal bribery conviction. (David Matthau, Nov. 6, 2024)

What to know ahead of New Jersey’s 2024 general election
New Jersey’s general election is Tuesday, Nov. 5. Here’s what you should know beforehand, from election deadlines to who’s on the ballot. (Maria Pulcinella, Oct. 31, 2024)

N.J. ramps up election security ahead of early voting. What voters need to know
Lt. Gov. Tahesha Way, who oversees the state’s Division of Elections, said there are no credible election threats, but added that New Jersey is ready for any problems. (David Matthau, Oct. 24, 2024)

Want to be a poll worker in N.J.? Here’s everything you need to know, from pay to required training
Here are the steps to become a poll worker in New Jersey — and how to earn more than the base salary. (David Matthau, Oct. 8, 2024)

Radio host, teachers union president join New Jersey’s 2025 governor’s race
A conservative New Jersey radio host and the head of the state’s biggest teachers union have launched campaigns for next year’s gubernatorial election. (Associated Press, June 17, 2024)

Election 2024 updates: Andy Kim wins New Jersey’s Democratic primary for U.S. Senate seat; Rob Menendez holds onto 8th District
Follow along for live special coverage on the 2024 primary election. (WHYY News staff, June 4, 2024)

N.J. Sen. Menendez files for independent reelection run amid federal bribery trial
The Garden State’s senior senator files an independent campaign bid as he is on trial in New York City for bribery and corruption. (P. Kenneth Burns, June 3, 2024)

Delaware Gov.-elect Matt Meyer announces transition public feedback process ahead of taking office next year
Gov.-elect Meyer’s policy committees have already started meeting this week. He will be sworn into office Jan. 21. (Sarah Mueller, Nov. 25, 2024)

Kyle Evans Gay and Ruth Briggs King are fighting for votes to become Delaware’s next lieutenant governor
Delaware is one of 17 states that elect their lieutenant governor separately from the governor. Both candidates have been state legislators. (Sarah Mueller, Oct. 28, 2024)

Delaware Gov. John Carney becomes Wilmington’s next mayor
Gov. John Carney was term-limited from serving as governor again. He already served in Congress and as the state’s lieutenant governor. (Sarah Mueller, Sept. 11, 2024)

Voting access in Delaware hangs in the balance as state Supreme Court hears early voting, absentee ballot arguments
A Superior Court ruled in February that early voting and permanent absentee ballot laws were unconstitutional. The state Supreme Court is now considering. (Sarah Mueller, June 7, 2024)

U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan, of Pennsylvania, facing criticism over stock trades he may have profited from during tariff upheaval
The Scranton-area politician was cited by national media for trading during Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs. He says the trades were done by a financial adviser. (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, June 17, 2025)

Why is Delaware pursuing a $3M lease for the Department of Justice from Wilmington’s most prominent developer?
Attorney General Kathy Jennings says she abandoned the idea she championed last year, but the money remains in the state’s proposed budget. (Cris Barrish, May 15, 2025)

Mayor Vic Carstarphen said his city was ‘Camden strong.’ Here are some takeaways from his State of the City address
Carstarphen called the city school district’s budget deficit “the elephant in the room” and discussed technology upgrades, public investments and construction projects. (P. Kenneth Burns, May 9, 2025)

Delaware Senate delays vote on new marijuana commissioner over conflict of interest concerns
Marijuana Commissioner nominee Joshua Sanderlin has interests in two cannabis businesses. Senators say that’s a legal problem. (Sarah Mueller, May 9, 2025)

‘Junket to play with giraffes’: Del. attorney general took corporate-paid trips to resorts and enjoyed facials, safari
Lobbyists attended and paid for the conferences. Attorney General Kathy Jennings got free flights, hotel rooms, meals, side trips and pampering, but didn’t disclose gifts. (Cris Barrish, April 11, 2025)

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. (Kenny Cooper, March 13, 2025)

N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy proposes a record $58.1B budget, but federal funding uncertainty is a concern
Gov. Phil Murphy’s proposed spending includes continued property tax relief and full funding for K–12 education. Concerns about federal funding remain. (David Matthau, P. Kenneth Burns, Feb. 26, 2025)

‘Worse than many imagined’: Sarah McBride, Delaware’s pioneer in Congress, toiling to thwart Trump
Her gender identity is central to her story but doesn’t define how the diligent, curious U.S. representative works to improve constituents’ lives. (Cris Barrish, Feb. 19, 2025)

Montco commissioners outline plans for 2025 at ‘State of the County’ address
Here’s what to know about county commissioners’ vision for the year ahead. (Emily Neil, Feb. 18, 2025)

Mayor Parker says tax reform and affordable housing are priorities in 2025
Mayor Cherelle Parker shared a glimpse about priorities for her second year in office at a Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia event. (Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza, Feb. 13, 2025)

City launches new website to track progress made on Parker campaign promises
The website tracks everything from potholes to murders and offers one-stop shopping for residents and people coming into town. (Tom MacDonald, Dec. 23, 2024)

A new law in N.J. limits the banning of books in schools and public libraries
A new law enacted in New Jersey will limit how a book can be banned in schools and public libraries, and protect librarians from lawsuits. (David Matthau, Dec. 10, 2024)

Delaware compensation commission considers fix to legislator pension mess
Lawmakers’ pension payments are expected to rise again as longtime House Speaker Pete Schwartzkopf prepares to retire. (Sarah Mueller, Dec. 5, 2024)

‘Labor of love’: Delaware advocates move forward on Family Justice Centers after domestic violence deaths rise
The centers are intended to allow abuse survivors to get help from multiple providers at one location. (Sarah Mueller, Dec. 3, 2024)

Haddon Heights ends its dry spell, approving the borough to issue liquor licenses. Here’s what is next
On Election Day, residents ended 120 years of barring alcohol sales with a 3-to-2 vote in favor of allowing liquor licenses in the borough. (P. Kenneth Burns, Dec. 3, 2024)

New Jersey interim Sen. George Helmy stepping down for Andy Kim to be sworn in early
Helmy was appointed when Bob Menendez resigned after a federal corruption conviction. Helmy will step down this weekend. (Associated Press, Dec. 3, 2024)

‘It’s outrageous’: Medical marijuana provider has Delaware’s approval for new store, but gets blocked by Sussex County
The Office of Medical Marijuana approved the site off a rural highway in southern Delaware, but the plan got derailed by county law that advocates call a “total ban.” (Cris Barrish, Nov. 22, 2024)

U.S. House speaker institutes bathroom ban aimed at Delaware’s transgender Congresswoman-elect Sarah McBride
The House speaker says single-use facilities are limited to people based on “biological sex.” Delaware Rep.-elect Sarah McBride says she’ll follow the rule. (Sarah Mueller, Nov. 20, 2024)

Pa. Gov. signs bill aimed at protecting federal judges
Gov. Shapiro signed legislation prohibiting the release of personal information about federal judges if it is aimed at causing harm. (Sandra Jones, Oct. 16, 2024)

Did the Pa. legislature undermine Chester’s influence over its water authority?
The receiver’s office said an 11th-hour change to an uncontroversial Senate bill stripped the city of Chester of having the sole power to control the Chester Water Authority. (Kenny Cooper, Sept. 24, 2024)

5 bills Philly City Council passed but Mayor Cherelle Parker didn’t sign into law
So far in 2024, Philadelphia City Council has voted to change the rules for business operating hours in some communities, zoning, sidewalk cafés and parking. (Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza, Sept. 16, 2024)

Delaware moves to kick-start retail weed industry and give $6.2M to social equity licensees
State officials say letting medical providers begin growing marijuana this fall will let the retail industry open in April. Others say it gives them an unfair boost. (Cris Barrish, July 15, 2024)

U.S. Congress could come to Philly in 2026 for a commemorative session
Sessions outside of Washington, D.C. are rare. There have only been two since the Capitol moved there from Philadelphia in 1800. (Tom MacDonald, June 24, 2024)

They got busted for weed. Now Delaware might license them to grow or sell it legally
More than one-third of Delaware licenses will go to people who have marijuana convictions or grew up in a “disproportionately impacted area.” (Cris Barrish, June 24, 2024)

Hillary Clinton makes surprise visit to Philly, talks foreign policy at forum with Pa. voters
Clinton talked trade, tariffs and Taiwan. Although she never mentioned President Trump, she warned that the U.S. is “giving away our power.” (Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, June 9, 2025)

Philly metro loses hundreds of federal government jobs as more IRS layoffs loom
Labor data shows the federal workforce shrunk across the Greater Philadelphia area, and there could be more layoffs at the local Internal Revenue Service hub. (Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza, April 10, 2025)

How Fishtown Seafood is navigating Trump’s on-again, off-again tariffs on Canadian goods
With three retail and wholesale locations in Philadelphia and Haddonfield, New Jersey, Fishtown Seafood’s products include oysters — and 60% to 70% come from Canada. (Associated Press, Mae Anderson, March 9, 2025)

Philly-area lawmakers walk out of meeting with Penn president over DEI cuts
A Pennsylvania state senator and state representative left the meeting after they say a university administrator referred to diversity as a “lightning rod.” (Jared Mitovich, Feb. 25, 2025)

Judge warns Trump administration to comply as Del., other states win enforcement of stay blocking federal funding freeze
Delaware’s attorney general says the agency helping to protect children from lead paint is unable to access federal dollars. (Sarah Mueller, Feb. 10, 2025)

‘David and Goliath’: Delaware officials fight to keep domestic federal funding flowing, attack freeze to foreign aid
Delaware’s attorney general is part of a coalition that has stopped a freeze of domestic federal spending. But foreign aid is still paused. (Sarah Mueller, Feb. 5, 2025)