Interviews & Profiles
Politics
Jim Kenney opens up about his proudest moments in office – and his biggest mistakes
In an exclusive interview, Philly’s mayor talks soda tax, gun violence, COVID-19 and his plans for the future.
Capitol Beat
Policy
An optimistic Seth Grove looks to begin bipartisan talks on election reforms
Gov. Tom Wolf’s office says Grove has ‘no credibility on election issues’
Capitol Beat
Policy
State lawmakers advance measure to cut corporate taxes
GOP bill would lower corporate tax rate from 9.99% to at least 6.99%
Campaigns & Elections
Opinion
The misguided partisan focus on election proposals
In an op-ed, Make the Road PA’s Diana Robinson argues for greater access to the ballot box.
Analysis
Politics
How Philly’s ward system works and doesn’t work – and what is being done to change it
City & State spoke with experts who offered a glimpse into this complex electoral process.
Philadelphia
Opinion
Editor’s Note: Unchecked gun violence in Philly will continue as long as there is a lack of leadership
The result is a perpetual state of lawlessness exacerbated by officials failing to enforce existing laws.
News & Politics
Policy
Democrats fail in efforts to force votes on gun legislation in Harrisburg
In wake of recent mass shootings, Democrats accused Republicans of blocking action on gun-related reforms
Capitol Beat
Politics
House GOP jumpstarts proceedings to impeach Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner
Republicans in Harrisburg say crime goes “unchecked” under the city’s progressive top prosecutor
Healthcare
Politics
Ask the experts: Gender-affirming care explained
Transgender health care specialists discuss this practice and the threats facing the field and its vulnerable patients.
Power List
Power Lists
The 2022 Philadelphia Forty Under 40
The next generation of rising stars in Philadelphia.
Opinion
Opinion
Regardless of what happens in November, an overhaul of the Pennsylvania GOP is long overdue
If dozens of candidates can flood the primary and split the vote for the Senate and governor, what's the point of having a state Republican Party?
News & Politics
Politics
Jan. 6 committee hearing reveals Scott Perry allegedly sought White House pardon following insurrection
A spokesperson for Perry called the claim ‘a ludicrous and soulless lie’
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