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Shapiro prides himself on getting stuff done. But what truly sets him apart are his commonsense policies, willingness to stand up for what is right, and ability to work across the aisle.

Plus: Unwelcome changes at Philadelphia's Christmas Village, SEPTA funding compromise fails yet again, and Sheriff Rochelle Bilal's unearned boast.

Inquirer readers react to calls for a third impeachment of President Trump.

As the world burns from climate change, a monster gas plant/data center in Pennsylvania is backed by Kushner’s petrodollars.

Because of policy changes, unaccompanied minors who averaged 30 days living in a refugee resettlement shelter a year ago, now average 200 days. That concerns pediatrician Katie Lockwood.

President Trump plans to tear down a historic public golf course in beloved East Potomac Park so he can create an elite playground for himself and his billionaire buddies, writes Jenice Armstrong.

The Democratic candidates offer voters an alternative to the GOP incumbents' blind allegiance to President Donald Trump's dead-end policies.

Inquirer readers on World Polio Day and Elon Musk’s $276 million investment in GOP midterm candidates.

As we wish Pope Leo well, let’s think about the patients whose diagnoses will never make the news. Practical support should be part of how we care for people with lung cancer, writes John Matthews.

POTUS's dangerous dream: He, Vladimir Putin, and Xi Jinping divide the world into spheres of influence that they control.

Inquirer readers on President Trump’s diesel deal with Russia and the health of Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts.

Plus, the racism against Indian Americans no one is talking about.

Brooks’ campaign commercials highlight his firefighting career but undersell his full story of hard work and life challenges. Experience that will serve him well in Congress.

Inquirer readers on the Cornell University case and the need to exercise caution when law enforcement uses AI tools.

Polls show that 41% of Americans believe the president is acting illegally. But GOP candidates in swing districts — including in Pa. and N.J. — still can’t bring themselves to condemn his behavior.

Trump announced Thursday that the firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan first posited by Pete Hegseth will not take place publicly. But for many Catholics that’s not the end of the discussion.

While actions by ICE and excessive use of force have rightfully captured the headlines, the administration's gutting of legal immigration continues to grow.

John Cole on City Council’s reluctance to abolish the Philadelphia sheriff’s office despite a litany of scandals, including revelations that $20 million from deed sales went missing for months.

Inquirer readers on City Council recognition for a West Philadelphia neighborhood and the Trump administration’s abandoned plans to livestream an execution.

The return of former Flyer Cutter Gauthier and Leo Carlsson's desire to remain in Anaheim have brought renewed vigor to the cross-coast matchup.

The Flyers' lead was built by power-play goals, but the Ducks tied it in the second before taking a two-goal lead of their own. Matvei Michkov added his second goal of the day to make it 5-4.

A few simple steps can get your home ready for freezing temperatures, and you should take them sooner rather than later.

The WR duo is out, but tight end Dallas Goedert is available. The team is banged-up on defense, too. Nolan Smith and Michael Carter II are out, and Jonathan Greenard and Jalyx Hunt are questionable.

The rapidly rising "Join ICE" protest singer played solo and with a band on North Broad Street, and covered Bob Dylan, Black Sabbath, and Creedence Clearwater Revival.

These are the items to watch in the coming weeks as the Jalen Hurts matter moves forward.