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U.S. Reps. Brendan Boyle and Dwight Evans amplify calls to remove DHS Secretary Kristi Noem

The duo joins a national chorus of Democrats denouncing Noem over recent conflagrations involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations.

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Politics

First look: The midterm congressional races to watch in PA

Once again, Pennsylvania will be ground zero for hard-fought campaigns that will determine control of the U.S. House.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Under the influencers: How social media is transforming campaign messaging

Candidates are going out of their way to include a group of online influencers that reaches key demographics.

Philadelphia

Politics

City Councilmembers want “ICE OUT” of Philadelphia

A new legislative package would restrict federal immigration activity in city-owned spaces, ban masks on Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents and bar ICE from obtaining residents’ data.

Law Enforcement

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U.S. Sen. John Fetterman finally goes cold on ICE

Pennsylvania’s senior senator joins congressional Democrats in calling for Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s firing.

Philadelphia

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City of Philadelphia sues federal government over removal of slavery exhibits

The removed plaques included the names of nine slaves who worked for George Washington

Philadelphia

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H.O.M.E. is where the heart of Philadelphia’s 2026 legislative session is

Affordable housing initiatives were a focus of City Council’s first session of 2026.

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Politics

In Harrisburg, RFK Jr. kicked off his “Take Back Your Health” Tour

While the federal health czar touted new dietary guidelines and pared-back vaccine recommendations, state Democrats shot back with measures to bolster vaccine access

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Politics

Citing $115,000 in unpaid rent, Lehigh County evicts ICE from Allentown office space

County Executive Josh Siegel says the Department of Homeland Security’s ‘national reputation for recklessness’ warrants termination of a county lease agreement with the federal agency.

Philadelphia

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ICE operations in Philadelphia have immigration advocates on high alert

Local officials and advocates continue to speak out against federal immigration policies

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Politics

During Farm Show week, gubernatorial candidates outline agricultural priorities

Gov. Josh Shapiro and GOP challenger Stacy Garrity both visited the Farm Show and outlined their support for Pennsylvania’s agricultural communities.

Commonwealth

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Pigs, poultry, potatoes and pols headline this year’s PA Farm Show

Cowboy hats, butter sculptures and milkshake lines are all part of the weeklong celebration of commonwealth agriculture.

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What to know about Pennsylvania’s upcoming special elections

Four seats in the state House of Representatives will be up for grabs in February and March.

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Politics

Gov. Josh Shapiro kicks off reelection bid with Pittsburgh, Philadelphia events

Shapiro and his running mate, Lt. Gov. Austin Davis, look to replicate their resounding 2022 victory in November.

Campaigns & Elections

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Mayor Corey O’Connor, City Council members take oath of office in Pittsburgh

A new chief executive and City Council president are among the leadership changes for the Steel City.

Philadelphia

Politics

City & State's 5 for 2025: Meet the elder stateswomen of the state’s protest movement

As the year comes to an end, we look back at some staff and reader favorites from our reporting over the past 12 months.

Capitol Beat

Politics

A history of high-profile Harrisburg fires

Pennsylvania’s Capital City has experienced more than a few high-profile fires over the last 150-plus years.

Analysis

Politics

City & State's 5 for 2025: Report names PA’s most and least effective lawmakers – and how partisan divide impacts Harrisburg

As the year comes to an end, we look back at some staff and reader favorites from our reporting over the past 12 months.

News & Politics

Politics

City & State’s 2025 Year In Review

A look back at the year that was – and wasn’t – in politics.

Transportation

Politics

SEPTA’s tumultuous 2025: Part II

Philadelphia’s public transit system had its share of twists and turns this calendar year.