PA Gov Race Gets Unofficial Kickoff
The race for Pennsylvania's next governor got its unofficial start inside the hotels and private clubs of midtown Manhattan on Saturday.
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The race for Pennsylvania's next governor got its unofficial start inside the hotels and private clubs of midtown Manhattan on Saturday.
Less than a year from now, voters head to the polls for the 2014 midterm elections.
There'll be a new Assembly speaker come January, as Newark's Sheila Oliver makes way for Vince Prieto, a fellow Democrat from Secaucus.
A spokesman for the state House majority leader says it now appears that a vote on a transportation funding bill will be postponed again and could be postponed for good.
Most Americans blame congressional Republicans for the partial government shutdown, likening their behavior to that of "spoiled children," says a new CNN poll.
New Jersey Democrats trying to keep the ball rolling for same-sex marriage are pushing the issue on two fronts: the NJ Supreme Court and the Statehouse.
A newly released national poll suggests that not only are Americans dissatisfied with Congress, but they also seem resigned to the idea that little can be done to change things in Washington.
Six months after saying he wanted to do a better job of winning the votes of Democrats for his agenda, PA Governor Tom Corbett is still pushing an agenda that Democrats largely oppose while relying on the Legislature's Republican majorities.
During a visit Friday to a Republican stronghold for one of his regular town hall meetings, the governor went out of his way to put some distance between himself and the Democratic president.
The Senate and Assembly's budget committees advanced the budget bill Thursday.
The Gallup poll was conducted from June 1-4 and assessed the image of five Republicans who could run for President in the next election.
In Tuesday's Pennsylvania primary, most of the action will be in Democrat-controlled cities: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Scranton and Harrisburg.
While Senator Bob Casey is just the latest politician to declare his support for same sex marriage, there's added significance given Casey's reputation as a social conservative and devout Catholic.
Chris completes his three day trip to Phillies Spring Training. He talks to General Manager Ruben Amaro Jr. and former Pitcher, Dickie Noles. He also discusses the Republican budget propsal and how Medicare would be affected and a woman who was arrested for protesting a tax re-assessment.
Chris broadcasts from Bright House Field in Clearwater, Florida at Phillies Spring Training. He talks to Phillies Manager Charlie Manuea, 2B Chase Utley and President Dave Montgomery. He also speaks with Dick Yuengling from the Yuengling Brewery and Tom McGrath from Philadelphia Magazine..
One thing is certain: when the President talks, the Democrats will cheer, the Republicans will be polite. It's how many times that both sides applaud that will tell you if real compromise is possible.
Senate President Steve Sweeney and Assembly Speaker Sheila Oliver said Friday they'll introduce a bill that will spell out the exact responsibilities of the monitors.
Wednesday's poll shows the New Jersey Republican's positives outweigh his negatives among Democrats, independents and women.
A top state lawmaker is again pushing the idea of changing the way Pennsylvania awards its electoral votes in presidential elections.
Speaker John Boehner believes he holds a strong hand in fiscal cliff and debt limit talks. He is, once again, taking the global economy hostage and playing politics with the U.S. debt limit.
Obama is hoping to promote the discussion of the Bush tax cut extensions by getting people hooked on the topic and by getting them to use the #My2K hashtag on Twitter.
In a big buying weekend, some potential political candidates are shopping around for higher office.
Liberals and their ilk obviously won the executive branch of the United States government for another four years with the reelection of President Barack Obama, but they still pick fights as much as they did before the election – if not more.
It's amazing how in less than two weeks events can change the direction of a nation and an administration.
It's almost to the point that the easiest way to spot a corrupt politician is to see who's winning in Chicago.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
When businesses shut down, gift card holders are often out of luck. Here's what consumers should know.
Philadelphia is preparing for a planned May Day rally on Friday by shutting down streets and detouring SEPTA bus routes.
The exhibit "Becoming America in West Chester" includes a recreation of the historic Turk's Head Tavern.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
The Flyers are moving on to face the Hurricanes in the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Here's what we know.
When businesses shut down, gift card holders are often out of luck. Here's what consumers should know.
The 10-year, $3 billion plan would close 17 Philadelphia public schools and renovate 169 others.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
When businesses shut down, gift card holders are often out of luck. Here's what consumers should know.
Philadelphia is preparing for a planned May Day rally on Friday by shutting down streets and detouring SEPTA bus routes.
The exhibit "Becoming America in West Chester" includes a recreation of the historic Turk's Head Tavern.
The rare genetic disorder neurofibromatosis, or NF, affects about 1 in every 3,000 people and causes tumors to grow along nerves throughout the body.
The Lewis Katz School of Medicine and AtlantiCare are set to open a new regional campus in Atlantic City, N.J., in August 2029.
Eighteen lottery players from New Jersey and seven from Pennsylvania won Powerball lottery prizes worth $1 million or $2 million in Wednesday night's drawing.
Nearly two years after the deaths of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, family is keeping their legacy alive by supporting causes that were important to the brothers.
The DOJ is suing New Jersey and Gov. Mikie Sherrill over recent legislation limiting the power of ICE agents in the Garden State.
Aurora Dessicino, 6, and her family were surprised with a trip to Walt Disney World on Wednesday.
Jimmie Hayes was arrested in connection with at least nine burglaries at businesses in Wilmington, Delaware, police said.
Police in Wilmington, Delaware, are investigating a burglary spree at businesses over a three-week span.
ILC Dover has made spacesuits worn on six moon landings and more than 250 space flights since the first man walked on the moon in 1969.
The FBI believes foul play might be involved in the disappearance of Isiah Jenifer, who was last seen in Delaware County.
A 54-year-old man was charged after he slashed another person's neck on Main Street in Newark, Delaware, Friday, police said.
The rare genetic disorder neurofibromatosis, or NF, affects about 1 in every 3,000 people and causes tumors to grow along nerves throughout the body.
Hershey says it's benefiting from the growing use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs even as people cut down on snacks. Here's why.
Holly Heenan will represent Team Determination at the Broad Street Run in Philadelphia.
Nuclear medicine is a new frontier in cancer care, and for one Bucks County, Pennsylvania, mom, it's been a lifesaver.
A new project in North Philadelphia is transforming an old skating rink into a new comprehensive health center set to open in 2027.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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Gas prices are climbing, putting a strain on the transportation industry and its workers in the Philadelphia area.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The former Greyhound Bus Terminal, now called the Philadelphia Parking Authority Transportation Center, has reopened after undergoing a major renovation project.
SEPTA is installing bulletproof glass on some of its buses to improve driver safety in the Philadelphia area.
A ramp onto I-95 South in Philadelphia has reopened after a single-car crash.
A vehicle fire briefly shut down the southbound lanes of Interstate 95 in Northeast Philadelphia Thursday.
Two I-95 ramps close to the South Philadelphia Sports Complex are under construction and could cause some traffic headaches for Flyers and Sixers fans.
The Kentucky Derby will see a full field of 20 horses in the first leg of the 2026 competition for horse racing's Triple Crown.
Golf fans in Philadelphia had the opportunity to see the Wanamaker Trophy and practice their swing at a pop-up PGA Championship event.
Kyle Schwarber hit a tying double with two outs in the ninth inning, Alec Bohm delivered with his glove and bat in the 10th, and the Phillies defeated the Giants 6-5 to sweep their split doubleheader.
The Philadelphia 76ers have forced a Game 7 after beating the Celtics 106-93 on Thursday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
Justin Crawford delivered his second career walk-off hit to send the Phillies to a 3-2 win over the Giants in the first game of a split doubleheader.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Call Your Mother, a Washington D.C. based bagel and deli chain, now has the keys to Metropolitan's Rittenhouse Square location.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is embracing a statue it once kept at arm's length.
The "Dog Days Are Over" for the Flyers, but their return to the playoffs comes at the cost of the Florence + the Machine concert.
Monster Jam is getting ready to take over Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field this weekend.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Restaurant owners were briefed this week about the possibility of adding a 20% service charge to bills as the city hosts 2026 FIFA World Cup games. No final decision has been made.
When businesses shut down, gift card holders are often out of luck. But customers of Rocco's at the Brick in Newtown say they were promised refunds that haven't yet come through. Josh Sidorowicz is In Your Corner with what consumers should know.
The exhibit “Becoming America in West Chester” opens to the public on May 1, showcasing months of research, design, and hands-on work. Wakisha Bailey reports.
May is Neurofibromatosis Awareness Month, and advocates estimate about 5,000 people in Pennsylvania live with this rare disease that causes tumors along nerves throughout the body. Wakisha Bailey meets Hannah Hetzel, who has NF, and Trish Chupein, who works with NF Northeast to help her grandson after he was recently diagnosed.
The Philadelphia region will have a sunny Friday before skies cloud up ahead of overnight rain showers. Conditions look clear for Sunday's Broad Street Run, with cool temperatures in the 40s at the start of the race. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the forecast.