Philadelphia

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Sixers unveil plans for new Center City arena to mixed reactions from fans and local officials

The proposed $1.3 billion facility would require demolishing one block of the Fashion District on Market East.

Campaigns & Elections

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Five Pennsylvania state Senate races to watch

Several races in the November election could decide the fate of the General Assembly under a new administration

News & Politics

Politics

Mastriano, Ellis, attack Davis over 11-year-old tweets

Social media posts – and platforms themselves – have become part of attacks in the state’s midterm race for governor and lieutenant governor.

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Charlie Dent and other former GOP officials endorse Josh Shapiro for governor

Dent says Shapiro’s opponent, Doug Mastriano, is ‘a threat to the rule of law and the constitutional order.’

Campaigns & Elections

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Making the case for second place: Ranked-choice voting explained

Proponents of this system of voting in Pennsylvania are trying to make some headway. Here are a few of their ideas.

Jim Kenney

Politics

UPDATE: Kenney’s comments following Fourth of July shooting spark outrage among local officials

Some City Council members have called for the mayor’s resignation. Kenney sought to clarify his comments Wednesday afternoon.

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Politics

Lawmakers send bill reforming fireworks law to Gov. Wolf

The legislation would give municipalities the power to regulate when fireworks can be used.

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Politics

Matt Dowling won’t run for reelection after DUI charge

Dowling says retiring will help him focus on his wellness and family.

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Fetterman and Oz tout support as abortion debate ramps up

Both U.S. Senate candidates received endorsements from abortion-focused groups on Friday.

Philadelphia

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Four Democrats join GOP lawmakers voting to investigate DA Larry Krasner

The House passed a resolution seeking to potentially impeach the controversial DA.

Budget

Politics

This week’s headlines: Budget talks continue as lawmakers focus on school curricula

A roundup of the week’s political news with no shortage of surprises during budget season.

Abortion

Politics

Pennsylvania politicians react to SCOTUS ruling on abortion

The Supreme Court ruling striking down Roe v. Wade prompted a range of thoughts on abortion policy in America

News & Politics

Politics

Cutler tells Jan. 6 panel he felt post-election calls from Trump lawyers were ‘inappropriate’

Committee hearing examined efforts to pressure state lawmakers and election officials

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Pennsylvania Democrats to choose next party chair at Gettysburg meeting

Gerald Lawrence and Sharif Street are running to be the Pennsylvania Democratic Party’s next leader.

Labor

Politics

Shapiro picks up big endorsement from statewide firefighters union

The Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association said Shapiro will stand up for union rights