Technology

Policy

City & State investigates: How local governments are handling a threat they can’t even see

The proliferation of cyberattacks has prompted Pennsylvania municipalities to take extra steps to secure their systems.

Health Care

Policy

‘A maternal mortality crisis’ – the crux of Dems’ second ‘Post-Roe’ hearing on abortion

Dems looked at issues around abortion, the SCOTUS ruling, and how communities of color may be impacted by an abortion ban.

Editor's Note

Opinion

Editor’s Note: Life lessons from a distant relative on doing what is right

What I uncovered about Elizabeth Willis DeHuff, author, painter and patron of Native American art in the Southwest.

Budget

Policy

State lawmakers praised this year’s budget as historic. Here’s what’s in it.

This year’s state budget includes more cash for education, a business tax cut and some changes to the state’s election laws.

Interviews & Profiles

Personality

A Q&A with Doug Mastriano’s running mate Carrie Lewis DelRosso

The GOP nominee for lieutenant governor talks with City & State about her first bid for statewide office.

Education

Policy

Doug Mastriano calls for tuition freeze at four state-related universities

The GOP gubernatorial candidate says ‘families simply cannot afford a tuition hike’ in the current economy.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Josh Shapiro outlines his plans for Pennsylvania’s economic future

The Democratic nominee for governor is promising to cut business taxes and increase use of renewable energy.

Power List

Power Lists

The 2022 Pennsylvania Forty Under 40

A statewide list of young changemakers from Erie to Easton.

News & Politics

Politics

PA’s Fitzpatrick votes with Dems on bill guaranteeing contraception access

Eight Republicans, including Fitzpatrick, voted to approve the bill.

Technology

Opinion

Affordable broadband is just a starting point

In an op-ed, state Rep. Michael Sturla argued for the expansion of Joe Biden’s Affordable Connectivity Program

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Oz picks up endorsement from Nikki Haley

Haley said Oz is a ‘conservative leader’ who will take on progressives in Washington.

Philadelphia

Politics

Sixers unveil plans for new Center City arena to mixed reactions from fans and local officials

The proposed $1.3 billion facility would require demolishing one block of the Fashion District on Market East.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Five Pennsylvania state Senate races to watch

Several races in the November election could decide the fate of the General Assembly under a new administration

News & Politics

Personality

Oz launches ‘Fetterman Basement Tracker’ as social media attacks intensify

Social media is playing an important role in Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate race.

Campaigns & Elections

Policy

Grove renews push for large-scale election law changes

The House GOP elections leader said continuing issues necessitate reforms

Diversity Summit

Personality

‘Intentionality with inclusivity’ was the focus of City & State’s second annual Diversity Summit

Panels discussed how governments and organizations can prioritize diversity in planning, procurement and partnerships.

News & Politics

Policy

State Senate examines gubernatorial line of succession law

The hearing comes after Lt. Gov. John Fetterman temporarily gave up duties after suffering a stroke