Philadelphia mayoral candidate Derek Green suspends campaign
“Words cannot adequately express the appreciation I have for my family, supporters, and campaign staff, who have been by my side throughout this journey,” he said in a statement, “What we were able to accomplish together on this campaign was significant, and I look forward to continuing that work as a citizen.”
“Words cannot adequately express the appreciation I have for my family, supporters, and campaign staff, who have been by my side throughout this journey,” he said in a statement, “What we were able to accomplish together on this campaign was significant, and I look forward to continuing that work as a citizen.”
Philadelphia mayoral candidates quarrel over proposed Sixers arena
As excitement builds for the 76ers upcoming playoff run, those vying to be the next mayor of Philadelphia are voicing their opinions on a controversial proposal to build a new arena in Center City.
As excitement builds for the 76ers upcoming playoff run, those vying to be the next mayor of Philadelphia are voicing their opinions on a controversial proposal to build a new arena in Center City.
Philadelphia's Next Mayor: Candidates vied for spot as race frontrunner in televised debate
Candidates Cherelle Parker, Rebecca Rhynhart, Derek Green, Amen Brown, Jeff Brown, Allan Domb and Helen Gym answered a series of questions on crime, quality of life, the economy and other issues plaguing Philadelphia voters, who will head to the polls for the primary election in May.
Candidates Cherelle Parker, Rebecca Rhynhart, Derek Green, Amen Brown, Jeff Brown, Allan Domb and Helen Gym answered a series of questions on crime, quality of life, the economy and other issues plaguing Philadelphia voters, who will head to the polls for the primary election in May.
Philadelphia's Next Mayor: Meet the Candidates
Philadelphia’s mayoral election is less than seven months away and several of the candidates are answering questions in a Democratic primary debate hosted and moderated by FOX 29. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates on the ballot.
Philadelphia’s mayoral election is less than seven months away and several of the candidates are answering questions in a Democratic primary debate hosted and moderated by FOX 29. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates on the ballot.
Democratic Sen. Bob Casey of Pennsylvania to seek 4th term
Democratic Sen. Bob Casey says he’ll seek a fourth term, bringing unmatched name recognition in Pennsylvania politics to his party’s defense of a seat in a presidential battleground state.
Democratic Sen. Bob Casey says he’ll seek a fourth term, bringing unmatched name recognition in Pennsylvania politics to his party’s defense of a seat in a presidential battleground state.
Philadelphia's Next Mayor: Democratic Primary Debate on FOX 29
Seven Democratic candidates for Mayor of Philadelphia are facing off in a 90-minute-long LIVE debate, hosted at Temple University, where they will field questions on the most pressing issues for Philadelphians. Here's what you need to know on when and how to watch.
Seven Democratic candidates for Mayor of Philadelphia are facing off in a 90-minute-long LIVE debate, hosted at Temple University, where they will field questions on the most pressing issues for Philadelphians. Here's what you need to know on when and how to watch.
Democratic candidate Maria Quiñones Sánchez drops out of Philadelphia mayor's race
Former city council member Maria Quiñones Sánchez has suspended her run for Philadelphia's next mayor.
Former city council member Maria Quiñones Sánchez has suspended her run for Philadelphia's next mayor.
Pennsylvania judge dismisses latest GOP mail ballot lawsuit
A Pennsylvania judge is dismissing a lawsuit filed by the Republican National Committee that had sought to prevent counties from helping voters ensure their ballots count by fixing minor, technical errors on mail-in ballot envelopes.
A Pennsylvania judge is dismissing a lawsuit filed by the Republican National Committee that had sought to prevent counties from helping voters ensure their ballots count by fixing minor, technical errors on mail-in ballot envelopes.
Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman expected back 'soon,' but no certain timeline yet
The office of Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman says he's expected to return to the chamber soon after seeking inpatient treatment for clinical depression.
The office of Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman says he's expected to return to the chamber soon after seeking inpatient treatment for clinical depression.
Gun violence to bring hearing, rally to Pennsylvania Capitol
Anti-gun violence advocates will rally for tighter gun control in Pennsylvania, where a politically divided government has fought firearms policy to a virtual standstill for decades.
Anti-gun violence advocates will rally for tighter gun control in Pennsylvania, where a politically divided government has fought firearms policy to a virtual standstill for decades.
Pennsylvania school allies criticize Shapiro’s budget plan
Lawyers for the districts that won a landmark school funding court case in Pennsylvania say that Gov. Josh Shapiro’s budget proposal falls short of the money commitments that are needed to help the state’s poorest districts.
Lawyers for the districts that won a landmark school funding court case in Pennsylvania say that Gov. Josh Shapiro’s budget proposal falls short of the money commitments that are needed to help the state’s poorest districts.
Senate OKs Shapiro picks for attorney general, police chief
Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro’s nominees for attorney general and state police commissioner received unanimous approval from Pennsylvania’s Republican-controlled Senate.
Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro’s nominees for attorney general and state police commissioner received unanimous approval from Pennsylvania’s Republican-controlled Senate.
Delaware County Rep. Mike Zabel quits amid sex harassment allegations
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is quitting the Legislature, a week after a union lobbyist accused him by name of having sexually harassed her four years ago.
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is quitting the Legislature, a week after a union lobbyist accused him by name of having sexually harassed her four years ago.
Report: Pennsylvania Legislature's spending, surplus jumped last year
A new report says the Pennsylvania Legislature’s spending on lawmaker salaries and other expenses rose last year, and its surplus also grew to a record $261 million.
A new report says the Pennsylvania Legislature’s spending on lawmaker salaries and other expenses rose last year, and its surplus also grew to a record $261 million.
Speaker sets vote during May primary to fill Pennsylvania House vacancy
A special election to fill a state House vacancy in a Republican-leaning district will be held during the May primary. D
A special election to fill a state House vacancy in a Republican-leaning district will be held during the May primary. D
Shapiro's 1st Pennsylvania budget stresses schools, reserves
Gov. Josh Shapiro is proposing a hefty an increase in aid to Pennsylvania’s schools in his first budget he's delivering to the Legislature.
Gov. Josh Shapiro is proposing a hefty an increase in aid to Pennsylvania’s schools in his first budget he's delivering to the Legislature.
You Decide: The role of gun violence in the race for Philadelphia's next mayor
With the primary election for Philadelphia's next mayor just months away, the number of candidates throwing their hats in the ring continues to grow.
With the primary election for Philadelphia's next mayor just months away, the number of candidates throwing their hats in the ring continues to grow.
Delaware County Rep. Mike Zabel won't quit amid sexual misconduct claim
Delaware County Rep. Mike Zabel, accused of sexual harassment, says he's not resigning but plans to enter inpatient treatment of some kind.
Delaware County Rep. Mike Zabel, accused of sexual harassment, says he's not resigning but plans to enter inpatient treatment of some kind.
With court win, Pennsylvania schools want plan, down payment
When Democratic Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro unveils his first budget next week, poor districts that won a landmark school-funding lawsuit want him to propose a significant down payment and a plan to overhaul how the state pays for K-12 education.
When Democratic Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro unveils his first budget next week, poor districts that won a landmark school-funding lawsuit want him to propose a significant down payment and a plan to overhaul how the state pays for K-12 education.
Joanna McClinton becomes first Black woman to be elected Pennsylvania House Speaker
Philadelphia state Rep. Joanna McClinton is the first woman to serve as speaker of the Pennsylvania House.
Philadelphia state Rep. Joanna McClinton is the first woman to serve as speaker of the Pennsylvania House.