EducationA judge kicked Lower Merion's school board president off the ballot after financial disclosure omissionsKerry Sautner did not respond to several mandatory questions in her nomination petition. A judge ruled that she cannot be on the May Democratic primary ballot.
EducationA judge kicked Lower Merion's school board president off the ballot after financial disclosure omissionsKerry Sautner did not respond to several mandatory questions in her nomination petition. A judge ruled that she cannot be on the May Democratic primary ballot.
Pennsylvania PoliticsPa. Senate passes bill requiring DAs to notify ICE if they encounter a criminal defendant illegally in U.S.
Pennsylvania PoliticsPa. Senate passes bill requiring DAs to notify ICE if they encounter a criminal defendant illegally in U.S.
Pennsylvania NewsA hearing about whether ‘Baby’ the viral deer should be returned ends with rumors of his death
Pennsylvania NewsA hearing about whether ‘Baby’ the viral deer should be returned ends with rumors of his death
Philadelphia PoliticsBusiness curfews could be coming to much of North Philly and Kensington | City Council roundup
Philadelphia PoliticsBusiness curfews could be coming to much of North Philly and Kensington | City Council roundup
EducationThe Trump administration is giving schools 10 days to certify they have no ‘illegal DEI practices’States that don't certify they are in compliance risk losing federal funding, the Department of Education said.
EducationThe Trump administration is giving schools 10 days to certify they have no ‘illegal DEI practices’States that don't certify they are in compliance risk losing federal funding, the Department of Education said.
PoliticsJosh Shapiro says ‘people will suffer’ and Pa. Republicans have mixed views of Trump’s tariff planU.S. Rep. Mike Kelly, a Republican from Butler County who owned a group of auto dealerships, was among those skeptical of Trump's tariff plan.
PoliticsJosh Shapiro says ‘people will suffer’ and Pa. Republicans have mixed views of Trump’s tariff planU.S. Rep. Mike Kelly, a Republican from Butler County who owned a group of auto dealerships, was among those skeptical of Trump's tariff plan.
BusinessPhilly-area car dealers are bracing for higher prices as tariffs take effect this week Auto tariffs of 25% are set to begin this week.
BusinessPhilly-area car dealers are bracing for higher prices as tariffs take effect this week Auto tariffs of 25% are set to begin this week.
TransportationCouncil member pitches plan to save free transit passes for low-income peopleCouncilmember Nicolas O'Rourke wants to create the Philadelphia Transit Access Fund, a trust for free or reduced-fare transit passes for low-income people.
TransportationCouncil member pitches plan to save free transit passes for low-income peopleCouncilmember Nicolas O'Rourke wants to create the Philadelphia Transit Access Fund, a trust for free or reduced-fare transit passes for low-income people.
Pennsylvania PoliticsDelaware County becomes first Philly collar county to ban ghost gunsThe entirely Democratic Delaware County Council voted Wednesday to ban the devices, which have already been banned in Philly and other Pa. municipalities.
Pennsylvania PoliticsDelaware County becomes first Philly collar county to ban ghost gunsThe entirely Democratic Delaware County Council voted Wednesday to ban the devices, which have already been banned in Philly and other Pa. municipalities.
Pennsylvania PoliticsBalloon releases are key to Philadelphia’s grieving process. What happens if state lawmakers ban them?Pennsylvania could join a handful of other states that have banned balloon releases over environmental concerns in recent years.
Pennsylvania PoliticsBalloon releases are key to Philadelphia’s grieving process. What happens if state lawmakers ban them?Pennsylvania could join a handful of other states that have banned balloon releases over environmental concerns in recent years.
PoliticsBucks County Commissioner Bob Harvie announces he's running for Congress against U.S. Rep. Brian FitzpatrickHarvie made history when Democrats flipped the Bucks County Board of Commissioners five years ago. Now, he’ll try to oust the lone Republican representing Southeastern Pennsylvania in the U.S. House.
PoliticsBucks County Commissioner Bob Harvie announces he's running for Congress against U.S. Rep. Brian FitzpatrickHarvie made history when Democrats flipped the Bucks County Board of Commissioners five years ago. Now, he’ll try to oust the lone Republican representing Southeastern Pennsylvania in the U.S. House.
Pennsylvania NewsThe SEPTA special prosecutor hasn’t taken on a single case. Two Pa. Republicans want to create another one for crimes against first responders.It’s the latest attempt by Republican legislators to circumvent the authority of District Attorney Larry Krasner, who is running for a third term.
Pennsylvania NewsThe SEPTA special prosecutor hasn’t taken on a single case. Two Pa. Republicans want to create another one for crimes against first responders.It’s the latest attempt by Republican legislators to circumvent the authority of District Attorney Larry Krasner, who is running for a third term.
New Jersey NewsWildwood doubles down on teen curfews — and warns parents they could face arrestWildwood promises stricter enforcement of its rules on late-night teen behavior, including the 10 p.m. curfew for unaccompanied minors in the Jersey Shore town.
New Jersey NewsWildwood doubles down on teen curfews — and warns parents they could face arrestWildwood promises stricter enforcement of its rules on late-night teen behavior, including the 10 p.m. curfew for unaccompanied minors in the Jersey Shore town.
National PoliticsTrump announced new tariffs, impacting Pa. and beyond. Here’s what we know.Trump announced his tariff plan, which he has dubbed "liberation day," at a White House event Wednesday afternoon.
National PoliticsTrump announced new tariffs, impacting Pa. and beyond. Here’s what we know.Trump announced his tariff plan, which he has dubbed "liberation day," at a White House event Wednesday afternoon.
National PoliticsMusk could be headed for a Washington exit after turbulent times at Trump's DOGEElon Musk and President Donald Trump have recently suggested that the billionaire entrepreneur's time in the administration might be running out.
National PoliticsMusk could be headed for a Washington exit after turbulent times at Trump's DOGEElon Musk and President Donald Trump have recently suggested that the billionaire entrepreneur's time in the administration might be running out.
EducationTemple student whose visa was revoked has self-deported, university saysThe university released few details, but the move comes amid the Trump administration's efforts to deport students involved in pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses.
EducationTemple student whose visa was revoked has self-deported, university saysThe university released few details, but the move comes amid the Trump administration's efforts to deport students involved in pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses.
PoliticsSen. Cory Booker on how he pulled off his marathon speech: Fasting, Hokas, and a record to breakBooker, who is vegan, had his first food in more than a day when he got back to the office: some pineapple and watermelon, according to staff.
PoliticsSen. Cory Booker on how he pulled off his marathon speech: Fasting, Hokas, and a record to breakBooker, who is vegan, had his first food in more than a day when he got back to the office: some pineapple and watermelon, according to staff.
Pennsylvania NewsElon Musk promised to give some Pa. voters $100 ahead of the 2024 election. A lawsuit accuses him of not paying everyone.The suit brought by a Bucks County resident said he is owed a check for more than $20,000 after working as canvasser and soliciting signatures for the pledge.
Pennsylvania NewsElon Musk promised to give some Pa. voters $100 ahead of the 2024 election. A lawsuit accuses him of not paying everyone.The suit brought by a Bucks County resident said he is owed a check for more than $20,000 after working as canvasser and soliciting signatures for the pledge.
ElectionsPhilly labor unions are split over who they want to be district attorneyThe largest labor organization in Philadelphia will not endorse a candidate for district attorney this year, a decision that represents a slight to progressive incumbent Larry Krasner.
ElectionsPhilly labor unions are split over who they want to be district attorneyThe largest labor organization in Philadelphia will not endorse a candidate for district attorney this year, a decision that represents a slight to progressive incumbent Larry Krasner.
