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U.S. Sen. Bob Casey meets with Mae Krier of Levittown at a campaign event in Bucks County in August. Krier is an original “Rosie the Riveter,” a catchall term for the women who worked in factories and shipyards during World War II to build the planes, ships, and bombs.

End of the Casey era: Bob Casey will leave the Senate with a reputation as a quiet fighter for working people

Senate colleagues lauded his empathy, ability to listen, and humility in a chamber where many members seek the spotlight.

Julia Terruso2 hours ago

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro announces a $153 million state bailout of SEPTA on Friday inside the bus depot at the Frankford Transportation Center. He is using a legal provision that allows states to flex federal highway money to transit needs.

Gov. Shapiro secures $153 million for SEPTA, averting fare hike planned for 2025

Thomas Fitzgerald and Gillian McGoldrick

Mayor Cherelle Parker at a ribbon-cutting to announce the first of several “community action centers” at the Logan Library. Holding the scissors is Sherita Glenn, a member of one of Parker’s community advisory councils. Between them was Diane Richardson of the Mount Airy Community Council. Also present were Pastor William Scott III, of House of Faith Baptist Church, and Police Commissioner Kevin J. Bethel (right).

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Mayor Cherelle Parker establishes ‘mini City Halls’ in 11 neighborhoods for Philly residents to access city services

Former City Council President Darrell L. Clarke now leads the state's Liquor Control Board.

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Former Philly Council President Darrell L. Clarke is the new chair of the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board

Sean Collins Walsh

Interior of Jefferson Station. The 76ers' proposed Center City arena would be built atop the arena.

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A new 76ers arena would cost SEPTA millions. City Council may approve it anyway, a key lawmaker said.

Sean Collins Walsh and Jake Blumgart

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