Government

Mar. 4, 2026

House Probe of Epstein Veers Into Conspiracy Theories

Lawmakers question Clintons on Epstein, but also raise issues like Pizzagate and UFOs

Mar. 4, 2026

Conservative Media Voices Criticize Trump's Iran War Decision

Prominent conservative figures like Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly have broken ranks to question the president's actions.

Mar. 3, 2026

Flood of Negative Comments Pour in Over Trump's $400M White House Ballroom Plans

The National Capital Planning Commission received over 32,000 public comments, with more than 98% opposing the president's proposed demolition and renovation project.

Mar. 2, 2026

Rainbow Grocery reaches 50-year retail anniversary

Rainbow Grocery Cooperative is hosting an anniversary party this Sunday.

Mar. 2, 2026

Rockview State Prison Closes After 111 Years

Shapiro administration shutters facility despite local opposition, citing cost savings and shrinking prison populations.

Mar. 2, 2026

Federal Judge Orders Restoration of Historical Displays at Washington's Philadelphia Home

Ruling blocks National Park Service's attempt to censor information about Washington's slave ownership

Mar. 2, 2026

Supreme Court Justices Alito and Thomas Rumored to Retire

Potential vacancies could spark confirmation battles ahead of 2026 midterms

Feb. 28, 2026

Trump's Energy Plan Prioritizes AI Over Clean Air

Critics say the administration's push to revive coal power is more about boosting machine capacity than preserving human health.

Feb. 27, 2026

State Financial Officers Pledge to Join VP Vance in 'War On Fraud'

Coalition of conservative state treasurers, auditors, and comptrollers say they've uncovered billions in waste and are ready to support federal anti-fraud efforts.

Feb. 27, 2026

59,000 Pennsylvanians Lose Food Benefits in Past 6 Months

Cuts to SNAP program could impact Erie resident Cynthia Torres and others relying on food assistance.

Feb. 27, 2026

Trump's Glyphosate Order Angers MAHA, Giving Democrats an Opening

Democrats see an opportunity to win back health-conscious voters after Trump's move to boost domestic production of the controversial herbicide

Feb. 26, 2026

Pennsylvania Governor Proposes Increased Funding for Public Transit

Shapiro's budget plan would boost sales tax allocation to mass transportation by nearly 2%.

Feb. 26, 2026

Slavery Exhibit Returning to Philadelphia's Independence Mall

The exhibit was previously removed by the Trump administration.

Feb. 26, 2026

Slavery Exhibit Removed by Trump Administration Returning to Independence Mall

The exhibit detailing the lives of nine people enslaved by President George Washington will be reinstalled after a legal battle with the city.

Feb. 26, 2026

Trump Bars Democratic Governors From White House Meeting, Prompting Boycott

National Governors Association pulls out of annual White House event after Trump refuses to invite two Democratic state leaders.

Feb. 26, 2026

Trump Calls for Tech Companies to Supply Own Power for Data Centers

President says move would prevent electricity price hikes for local communities

Feb. 25, 2026

Slavery Exhibit Returning to Independence Mall After Trump Removal

Federal judge orders restoration of exhibit on enslaved people at George Washington's former home in Philadelphia

Feb. 25, 2026

Slavery Exhibit Returning to Philadelphia's Independence Mall

Contentious legal battle ends with restoration of exhibit on enslaved people at former President's House site.

Feb. 25, 2026

North Penn Fire, VMSC Receive $31,000 In Funding

Local crews have received a crucial funding boost from the state.

Feb. 25, 2026

Slavery Exhibit Returning to Independence Mall After Trump Removal

City of Philadelphia wins legal battle to restore display on enslaved people at President's House site.