Government

Murphy conditionally vetoes NJ's data center transparency bill, pending changes

City Council calls for examining policies for domestic violence cases following Kada Scott's death

City Council domestic violence

Percentage of properties in Philly that are historically protected has doubled since 2016, report says

American flag hangs on row house in Society Hill

Pause on SNAP benefits would put 'massive strain' on Philly food banks

SNAP government shutdown Philadelphia

Gov. Josh Shapiro's new memoir to offer insights on his rise to political stardom

NJ Gov. Murphy's renewable energy policy faces scrutiny as his second term winds down

Pennsylvania considers harsher penalties for animal cruelty

Philly renters will get voter registration information when signing a new lease

Voter Registration Philadelphia

City Council committee holds first hearing on artificial intelligence use in Philadelphia

AI Hearing protestors

Philly's only rape crisis center receives financial relief to stay afloat after layoffs

district attorney woar funding

Philly airport won't display Kristi Noem's DHS video blaming Democrats for government shutdown

Philly Airport Noem

Philly wants people with disabilities to enjoy 2026 celebrations, but critics say work must be done to ensure access

Disability accessibility 2026

Philadelphia's only rape crisis center announces layoffs, service cuts amid state budget impasse

The Navy is celebrating its 250th anniversary in Philly with a ship procession, boat tours and a parade

Rep. Kenyatta's fiery comments on gun rights spark confrontation before bill to ban Glock switches fails

After spate of e-bike deaths, NJ lawmakers propose restrictions and insurance requirements

Why is the Liberty Bell closed but the U.S. Mint open during the government shutdown?

independence hall

The 1971 FBI burglary in Delco echoes through Trump's targeting of James Comey

How natural gas derailed Pennsylvania's renewable energy future

Cashless bail explained: What it is, how it works and why Trump is targeting it

Fracking was supposed to lower Pennsylvania electric bills. Instead they're soaring.

President's House display on George Washington's slaves remains despite White House scrutiny – for now

President's House Site

City Council approves additional hiring protections for jobseekers with criminal records

Rue Landau hiring

Kimmel saga is just latest development in 'ongoing struggle' between Trump and the media

Gov. Shapiro warns Pennsylvania may 'go it alone' if power grid operator doesn't change

pa energy shapiro

New Jersey PBS to shut down next summer due to funding cuts

Philly sues Bimbo Bakeries, S.C. Johnson & Sons for falsely marketing their packaging as recyclable

Jimmy Kimmel returns to late night and calls Trump administration's threats against his show 'un-American'

Jimmy Kimmel return monologue

New Jersey legislator wants to ban 'micro bets' as states eye limits on sports gambling

Philly to get 14 new state historical markers, including for Bellevue hotel, Kensington riots

Philadelphia Historical Markers

Three months late: Pennsylvania is one of only two states without a budget for 2025-26

As electricity bills climb due to AI boom, Pennsylvania lawmakers struggle to find solution

SNAP has new work requirements, but exemptions could help many at risk of losing food assistance

City Council condemns President Trump over plans to alter the slavery exhibit at Independence Park

philly slavery exhibits

If President Trump sends National Guard to Philly, how can residents respond?

Larry Krasner Trump

Trump administration bars nonprofits from voter registration at citizenship ceremonies

City Council plans to address a range of issues this fall – from utility costs to affordable housing

city council fall 2025

City Council defends business curfew set to expand beyond Kensington

Water main break closes Philly's Stout Center for Criminal Justice

Stout Center Water Main Break

Philadelphia U.S. Attorney nominee's confirmation delayed by Democratic senator

us attorney eastern district

New system targets form of deed fraud involving forgeries of deceased owners

city hall

Philly's 2026 plans include walking tours, block parties and Liberty Bell replicas

Parker 2026 beautification

With Philly water rate hikes kicking in, average customers can expect to pay nearly $100 more per year

pwd rate increase

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