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City Council introduces legislation aimed at protecting laid off hospitality workers

Philly police union sues city over reform bill that requires public hearings on contracts

philly police union lawsuit

We follow laws on seat belts and smoking. Why not on masks?

Face Mask Compliance

Undocumented immigrants now eligible for professional, occupational licenses in New Jersey

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New law allows Pennsylvania residents with criminal records to obtain professional licenses

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Pennsylvania joins New Jersey, Delaware in banning child marriage

Pennsylvania ban child marriage

Last dry town in Bucks County may finally lift its 70-year-old alcohol ban

Three new Pennsylvania laws will protect victims of sexual abuse

Kevin Hart's car crash could lead to change in California law

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Could Atlantic City pass open-container alcohol bill by Fourth of July?

Atlantic City open container bill

Pa. driver, pulled over for wearing headphones and then arrested for transporting heroin, has appeal denied

Dauphin County Police Bureau

Larry Krasner: Philly is ‘very close’ to ending criminalization of all drug possession

Krasner drug possession arrests

Wildwood Crest considers lifting alcohol sale ban, asks for residents’ opinions

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Philadelphia becomes first U.S. city to ban cashless stores

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Bill outlawing ‘cashless’ businesses passes New Jersey legislators

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New Jersey reaches agreement to raise minimum wage to $15 an hour

New Jersey State Legislature

Philadelphia City Council passes fair workweek bill, $15 minimum wage bump

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Atlantic City is considering allowing fire pits on its beaches

Fire Pit

WATCH: State senator, two councilmembers take spins on street-illegal e-scooters in Northern Liberties

E-Scooters

Could Philly be home to a dirt-bike park anytime soon?

New Pennsylvania legislation would enforce stricter penalties for hazing following Penn State fraternity death

Pa. Governor Wolf signs bill tightening gun rules for domestic abusers

Pennsylvania State Capitol in Harrisburg

Penn student's op-ed makes case for legalizing prostitution in Pennsylvania

Red Light DIstrict

Mayor Kenney signs Philadelphia's sodium menu warning label bill into law

Salt shaker

Family of slain Manayunk girl to meet with Gov. Wolf about new custody laws

Police lights arrests crime

CBD usage is growing in Philly and it's hitting up yoga studios

Yoga class

Have outstanding tax debt? You might not be able to get your passport renewed

Passport Law

Vendor never delivered fireworks to two N.J. towns for Fourth of July, sends heartfelt apology letter

Fireworks Pexels Stock Photo

Ocean City has officially banned smoking on the beach

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This common veterinary procedure could soon land New Jersey cat owners in jail

Cat in a bookstore

Atlantic City's Ocean Resort Casino ready to offer sports betting on opening day

Ocean Resort Casino Jersey Shore

Next winter, you could be fined for not cleaning snow off car in Pennsylvania

Carroll- Vehicles on I-76 in snowy weather

Pennsylvania lawmaker wants to fine parents of serial bullies

Proposed bill aims to protect Philly renters from unjust evictions

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Ask Hickey: Is it really illegal to flirt in this Philly suburb?

Flirting

Pa. GOP hopeful claims Wolf's opioid disaster declaration infringes on gun rights

Scott Wagner GOP Pennsylvania

Medical Marijuana

Here's how Congress can protect states' medical marijuana programs

Carroll - NJ Marijuana Dispensary

Don't get excited about Pennsylvania's new fireworks law, Philly

Fireworks Pexels Stock Photo

Court ruling lifts ban on guns in Delaware state parks

You could win $500 playing bingo, thanks to new Pennsylvania law

Kate Klunk

Are you breaking Philly law with your Christmas tree?

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You can set your house on fire in Pennsylvania and not be charged with arson

Ex-ethics czar: Kellyanne Conway violated federal ethics law

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Philly Pride Month 2025

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