A Covid-testing program intended to help capture outbreaks early enough for schools to remain open for in-person learning has only given 97,000 swabs since the contract was initiated six months ago.
By Todd Shepherd
Commonwealth Partners set to endorse Bill McSwain in governor’s race
Commonwealth Partners is one of the largest and most influential political organizations on the Right in Pennsylvania, and has backed a number of recent successful campaigns.
By Todd Shepherd
Pa. state Senator seeks impeachment of Philly District Attorney Larry Krasner
“His decision to allow more and more criminals to walk free … has created an environment in which Philadelphians are no longer safe in their own homes and communities,” says State Sen. Corman (R-Centre).
By Todd Shepherd
Krasner blames gun prosecution failures on stop-and-frisk policing
Philadelphia’s district attorney says decades of “stop-and-frisk” policing have led to a downturn in witnesses being willing to testify in active gun cases.
By Todd Shepherd
Teachers’ union asks for pause to in-person instruction if more mitigation measures aren’t taken
The Pennsylvania chapter of the American Federation of Teachers says schools all across the commonwealth should go back to virtual learning for two weeks if tougher mitigation standards aren’t met.
By Todd Shepherd
Philly’s health department guidance results in segregating unvaccinated children at one Northeast elementary school
There is no formal policy for Philly public schools to separate vaccinated and unvaccinated children. That doesn’t mean it’s not happening.
By Todd Shepherd
Skyrocketing expenses for Hero Thrill Show questioned by some first responders
As attendance has slumped for the charity show that funds scholarships for the children of deceased first responders, the nonprofit pays hundreds of thousands in unexplained legal fees and rent.
By Todd Shepherd
Dr. Oz entry, Parnell exit shuffle busy GOP Senate field
Six months before the primary vote, two major shifts in race to be Republican nominee for Pennsylvania’s open U.S. Senate seat have altered the race dynamics.
By Todd Shepherd
Attorney accuses Mayor Kenney of severe rule of law breach over Columbus statue
An attorney in support of the Columbus statue says he was threatened with arrest when he attempted to carry out the instructions of a legal court order.
By Todd Shepherd
Temple University re-engaging with Philly Police after student murder, despite embrace of “defund” movement
Temple U. will seek more police patrols after a student was murdered near campus. But in 2020, the university was cutting some of its support for the police department.
By Todd Shepherd