Budget

Policy

Senate lawmakers approve ‘historic’ state budget, raft of constitutional amendments

The measures were approved after extensive debate in the legislature’s upper chamber.

Budget

Policy

House lawmakers approve $45.2 billion state budget proposal

Still waiting on the Senate, but House leadership called the plan a responsible one that ‘takes care of people.’

Education

Opinion

Now is the time to equitably fund Pennsylvania’s education system

In an op-ed, state Rep. Ben Sanchez addresses what he calls an ‘injustice’ within the state legislature when it comes to school funding.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Charlie Dent and other former GOP officials endorse Josh Shapiro for governor

Dent says Shapiro’s opponent, Doug Mastriano, is ‘a threat to the rule of law and the constitutional order.’

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Making the case for second place: Ranked-choice voting explained

Proponents of this system of voting in Pennsylvania are trying to make some headway. Here are a few of their ideas.

Jim Kenney

Politics

UPDATE: Kenney’s comments following Fourth of July shooting spark outrage among local officials

Some City Council members have called for the mayor’s resignation. Kenney sought to clarify his comments Wednesday afternoon.

News & Politics

Politics

Lawmakers send bill reforming fireworks law to Gov. Wolf

The legislation would give municipalities the power to regulate when fireworks can be used.

News & Politics

Politics

Matt Dowling won’t run for reelection after DUI charge

Dowling says retiring will help him focus on his wellness and family.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Fetterman and Oz tout support as abortion debate ramps up

Both U.S. Senate candidates received endorsements from abortion-focused groups on Friday.

Philadelphia

Politics

Four Democrats join GOP lawmakers voting to investigate DA Larry Krasner

The House passed a resolution seeking to potentially impeach the controversial DA.

Budget

Politics

This week’s headlines: Budget talks continue as lawmakers focus on school curricula

A roundup of the week’s political news with no shortage of surprises during budget season.

Capitol Beat

Policy

Lawmakers send veto-bound transgender athlete bill to Tom Wolf’s desk

The measure would ban trans women from playing on women’s school sports teams.