Berwood Yost
Coverage of Berwood Yost in the Nexus archive.
- Democrats haven’t held the Pa. Senate in nearly 50 years. Philly’s suburban swing districts may change that
Democrats have not controlled the Pennsylvania Senate since 1978, with Republicans maintaining a majority except for a brief 1993 period. The 2026 elections may determine whether Democrats break this nearly 50-year streak, as suburban swing districts could shift control of the state legislature, impacting policies like budgets, voting laws, and energy initiatives.
- Trump-backed gas stations in Pa., N.J. raise prices to $3.57/gallon, keep ownership a secret
President Donald Trump promoted the Freedom Fuel Network, a gas station chain in Pennsylvania and New Jersey offering initially lower prices before raising them to $3.57 per gallon. The White House endorsed the initiative, but experts suggest the price reduction is a short-term marketing tactic with limited broader impact on gas prices.