Interviews & Profiles
Politics
A Q&A with Christine Todd Whitman
The longtime GOP stalwart is co-chairing a new political party looking to provide a way forward for American voters and politicians.
Technology
Policy
Experts: Pennsylvania missed identifying thousands of unserved internet areas
The Broadband Development Authority could cause the state to lose out on millions in federal funding by failing to identify broadband needs.
Capitol Beat
Politics
Dave McCormick: ‘America needs to go to the gym’
The former hedge fund executive is contemplating another U.S. Senate run.
News & Politics
Politics
The next stage in the fight against antisemitism
As the Tree of Life trial begins almost five years after the deadly shooting, protective measures for Jews in Pennsylvania are still a work in progress.
Power List
Opinion
Opinion
It’s time to fund out-of-school time
Two lifelong educators explain the value – and urgency – of including the educational progeram in the state budget.
Budget
Policy
Cities face mounting financial pressures with fiscal cliff nearing
City officials are trying to prepare for two potentially devastating scenarios: a recession or the U.S. defaulting on its loans
Winners & Losers
Capitol Beat
Policy
Bipartisan proposal seeks to establish student teacher stipend program
State Sens. Ryan Aument and Vincent Hughes hope to address staffing shortages and educators’ financial struggles.
Capitol Beat
Politics
PA property tax relief bill takes a step forward
The legislation would expand Pennsylvania’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program.
Personality
Personality
Shapiro’s first four months ‘by the numbers’
Here are the governor’s biggest moments from his short time in office.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Cherelle Parker talks health emergency, policy proposals in first post-primary public appearance
The Democratic nominee for Philadelphia mayor met privately with Gov. Josh Shapiro before speaking to the press.
Philadelphia
Policy
Traveling Violation
The Philadelphia 76ers’ plan to move from South Philly to Center City is drawing plenty of opposition from local residents.
Winners & Losers
Capitol Beat
Politics
5 things we know, post-primary edition
Progressives prevailed in Pittsburgh and more special elections could be on the horizon.
Energy
Personality
Tim Ryan talks natural gas policy and the need for ‘radical pragmatism’
The former presidential candidate and current co-chair of the Natural Allies for a Clean Energy Future leadership council spoke with City & State during a recent visit to Pittsburgh.
Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023
Politics
How Cherelle Parker’s ‘village’ made a path to victory
The Democratic mayoral primary victor’s ability to hold a majority of the Black vote throughout Philadelphia propelled her to victory
Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023
Politics
Cherelle Parker wins historic Philadelphia Democratic mayoral primary
The former City Councilmember is on track to become the city’s 100th mayor and its first female leader.
Capitol Beat
Politics
Heather Boyd wins special election, Dems keep control of PA House
The race between Boyd and GOP candidate Katie Ford was one of the most-watched of this cycle and included an endorsement by President Joe Biden.
Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023
Politics