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News & Politics

Fetterman, Casey and Ohio’s Sherrod Brown introduce new rail safety legislation

The bill would direct federal railroad officials to study wheel-related failures and increase safety measures while trains are in motion.

Policy

Anti-gun violence advocates call for changes to state gun laws

Democrats say they want to use their new power to ‘stop the carnage.’

Interviews & Profiles

‘Pragmatic progressive’ Maria Quiñones Sánchez on finding her niche in a crowded Philly mayor’s race

The former City Councilmember won four terms in office without support from Democratic party leaders.

News & Politics

Josh Shapiro says his education spending plan will give kids ‘a fair shot’

Shapiro’s visit to Allegheny County on Tuesday marks the second stop on a statewide tour.

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News & Politics

Is your TikTok account hiding enemies of the state? How do you know?

Some lawmakers are trying to ban the app from government-owned devices, a move experts say will strengthen cybersecurity.

Agriculture

‘We need to redouble our efforts’: Josh Shapiro renews his fight against the bird flu

The governor and Sen. Scott Martin met with farmers to discuss the latest measures to prevent the spread of the disease.

Health Care

Nurses needed now: Solutions to a long-running staffing crisis have been hard to come by.

Hospitals and nursing homes hope turnover in Harrisburg means change for the struggling industry.

Education

Pennsylvania joins several other states in pushing for universal free breakfasts for kids

Lawmakers nationwide are passing bills that would make free school meals permanent following the end of a federal pandemic-era program.

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Winners & Losers

This week’s biggest Winners & Losers

Who’s up and who’s down this week?

Interviews & Profiles

A Q&A with Admiral Rachel Levine, Pennsylvania’s former Secretary of Health

The U.S. assistant secretary for health addresses the opioid crisis, PA’s COVID-19 response and more.

Entertainment

Women who inspire: history lessons from Pennsylvania politicos

As Women’s History Month comes to a close, female leaders from across the state share who they’ve admired.

Winners & Losers

This week’s biggest Winners & Losers

Who’s up and who’s down this week?

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Power List

The 2023 Health Care Power 100

Leaders who are saving lives across Pennsylvania every day.

Power List

The 2023 Above & Beyond

Recognizing 50 remarkable women who are blazing new trails

Power List

The 2023 Higher Education Power 100

Power List

The 2023 Power of Diversity: Black 100

The most influential Black leaders in Pennsylvania politics and beyond.

OpinionShow All

Policy

Opinion: Sex education is the elephant in our classrooms

Outdated curriculums, erratic guidelines and unenforceable state standards contribute to Pennsylvania's educational shortcomings.

From the Editor

Editor’s Note: Pennsylvania politicians must do more to combat the opioid epidemic

U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean’s story is a testament to overcoming incredible odds.

From the Editor

Editor’s Note: Making the argument for more newsworthy political debates

Debates offer an opportunity for candidates to distinguish themselves; but most Philly mayoral hopefuls seem to tow the same line.

Policy

Opinion: PA has a cost of living crisis. Let local leaders help.

State lawmakers should eliminate a preemption on local minimum wage increases.

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