Budget
Politics
It’s budget season in Pennsylvania. Here are five things to watch for.
Lawmakers and Gov. Tom Wolf have until midnight on June 30 to pass the 2022-23 state budget
Winners & Losers
Economic Development
Policy
GOP advances efforts to privatize liquor system via constitutional amendment
Mihalek’s proposal would allow voters to decide on replacing the state-run system.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Recount confirms Dr. Oz’s victory in Pennsylvania’s GOP Senate primary
Mehmet Oz defeated Dave McCormick by less than 1,000 votes
Capitol Beat
Policy
‘A declaration of war’: GOP lawmakers eviscerate PennDOT’s bridge tolling plan
Lawmakers and business leaders called on the Wolf administration to end the plan
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Proposed Constitutional amendment aims to give states more power over campaign spending
State Rep. Meghan Schroeder is leading a push to limit the influence of dark money
Events
Personality
City & State’s 2022 Pride Power 100 event recap
A who’s who of influential leaders from across the state were recognized for their contributions to the LGBTQ community.
Business
Policy
In wake of South Street shooting, an existential threat to businesses
City officials and police are weighing options that ensure public safety while not hampering businesses on South Street
Campaigns & Elections
Opinion
We’ve seen firsthand that to defend reproductive rights and protect our freedoms, we need a Democratic governor
In op-ed, Democratic state legislators slam Republican gubernatorial nominee Doug Mastriano, calling him a dangerous conspiracy theorist.
John Fetterman
Politics
Here’s what we know about John Fetterman’s health
Fetterman said he ‘almost died’ as a result of ignoring health concerns
General Assembly
Policy
Free-market think tank calls for expanded school choice policies and tax reforms
The Commonwealth Foundation has unveiled a 23-point legislative agenda for 2023
Economic Development
Personality
A Q&A with Zach Wilcha of the Independence Business Alliance
Wilcha, also a chamber of commerce leader, explains how Philly and the state can better support businesses within the LGBTQ community.
Events
Personality
Here are snapshots from the Pennsylvania Power 100 event
Heavy hitters from Philly to Erie packed King Mansion in Harrisburg last week
LGBTQ+
Personality
Here is your Pride parade starter pack
First time at the festivities? We’ve got everything you need.
Winners & Losers
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Bob Casey weighs in on state’s U.S. Senate race, criticizes GOP
Casey said Democratic nominee John Fetterman understands ‘real people'
Opinion
Opinion
Editor’s Note: Remembering when marriage equality became a reality
June is Pride month and wedding bells will soon be ringing for same-sex couples.
News & Politics
Special Report
Policy
Despite bipartisan support, it’s unclear what’s holding up the Fairness Act in Harrisburg
As many are celebrating Pride month, LGBTQ Pennsylvanians are continuing the fight for protections from discrimination.
Washington
Personality
Exit Interviews: Part 5: Fred Keller, The Builder
First elected to office in 2011, Keller spent more than 25 years in the manufacturing industry.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics