Business
Policy
Fetterman introduces bill to allow striking workers to collect SNAP benefits
The bill comes amid ongoing strikes from the locomotive industry to entertainment
Winners & Losers
Capitol Beat
Policy
What state leaders are saying about the ongoing budget impasse
The PA Senate’s top-ranking Republican said the chamber could return next month, but other obstacles remain.
Capitol Beat
Policy
Shapiro touts federal broadband funding in visit to Erie County
The governor said the improved internet access will boost the economy and improve student outcomes.
News & Politics
Politics
The Jan. 6 criminal case tracker
An in-depth chronicling of the ever-growing number of Pennsylvanians charged and convicted of crimes committed during the 2021 insurrection.
Policy
Policy
As PA sees record number of SNAP recipients, advocates call for a minimum wage increase
More than 2 million Pennsylvanians received food assistance in June.
Winners & Losers
Education
Policy
PASSHE leaders vote to freeze tuition for fifth straight year
Tuition will remain at $7,716 for in-state students.
News & Politics
Politics
Innamorato resigns, bringing state House back to 101-101 tie
Innamorato resigned as she continues to campaign for Allegheny County executive.
Healthcare
Personality
The CSPA Q&A: Allegheny County Human Services Director Erin Dalton
Dalton spoke with City & State about the challenges facing the county’s vulnerable populations ahead of the Greater Pittsburgh Healthcare Summit.
News & Politics
Policy
Lawmakers renew calls for rail safety reforms after state’s latest train derailment
The accident has intensified the attention of state and federal officials.
Events
Personality
The CSPA Q&A: State Rep. Arvind Venkat
The freshman lawmaker – and emergency room physician – spoke with City & State ahead of the Greater Pittsburgh Healthcare Summit
Policy
Policy
PA DEP receives $3M for development of building code training programs
The award will help fund training programs at career and technical schools and community colleges.
Winners & Losers
General Assembly
Opinion
Opinion: The probation system failed my son – it’s not too late to save others
Pam Sedia writes that Senate Bill 838 will save lives and save families.
Events
Personality
The CSPA Q&A: House Health Committee Chair Dan Frankel
The Allegheny County Democrat spoke with City & State ahead of the Greater Pittsburgh Healthcare Summit
General Assembly
Opinion
Opinion: 10 ways to improve your disability hiring practices
There are numerous effective ways to improve inclusivity in the workplace – but commitment to change is key.
Capitol Beat
Policy
How Pennsylvania plans to deploy $1.16B allocated for broadband expansion
Officials hope to deploy those resources over the next five years.
News & Politics
Policy
Pittman: Hundreds of millions in state funding could be at risk without more budget bills
Meanwhile, the leader for House Democrats urged the Senate to advance an already-passed $45.5B spending plan.
News & Politics
Policy