Policy
News & Politics
Four for Friday: What to expect from Philadelphia City Council
Council members returned to City Hall for legislative session Thursday
Health Care
At Philly Y, Lt. Gov. Austin Davis, Early Learning Investment Commission, spotlight child care barriers in PA
Advocates said accessibility, affordability and quality are the three barriers to care most families face
Transportation
As traffic fatalities increase, so do fears about the future of Vision Zero
A spate of high-profile pedestrian and bicyclist deaths have called Philadelphia’s commitment to protect residents from reckless drivers into question
Gaming
Watchdogs see uptick in helpline calls as sports and online gambling increase
As new types of wagers continue to rise in popularity, so do concerns about how to help the gamblers who need it most
Capitol Beat
In the battle over how to legislate skill games, everyone is playing for keeps
With looming court rulings and potential budget deficits, is it time to bet on skill games regulation?
Campaigns & Elections
Out of luck on ‘Zuckerbucks,’ election officials’ pluck in trying to buck funding issues relies on Congress to get unstuck
Recent research found that most states that have banned private election donations have not made up any resulting shortfall in funding. Meanwhile, Congress is bickering over providing money.
Capitol Beat
Ask The Experts: Smartphones In Schools
Advocates and policymakers across the political spectrum are making a concerted effort to limit smartphone use in K-12 schools.
Capitol Beat
Trip Advisor: legislative edition
A look into some of the more interesting itineraries of PA lawmakers in 2023.
Economic Development
The push to revitalize PA’s Main Streets hits a speed bump
After years of progress in bringing “third places” to the forefront, funding shortfalls threaten future economic success
The trial of a Black veteran will test PA’s ‘Stand your ground’ law
Even as self-defense laws proliferate nationwide, few shootings are deemed justifiable – especially when the shooter is Black, like Maurice Byrd.
Infrastructure
Major federal bridge grants jump-start long-stalled projects, including I-83 in Harrisburg
The Biden administration announced $5 billion to build major bridge replacements, including several grants that were among the largest received by states in their history.
Housing
County officials, housing advocates upset by popular home repair program’s omission from state budget
The Whole-Home Repairs program was a budget omission after originally passing as bipartisan legislation
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Capitol Beat
9 takeaways from Pennsylvania’s 2024-25 state budget
City & State’s guide to what is – and isn’t – being funded over the next fiscal year.
Capitol Beat
10 bills passed by PA lawmakers this budget cycle
As budget negotiations continue, state lawmakers have kept busy by passing a flurry of bills.
Capitol Beat
PA Senate advances bill seeking to discourage divestments from Israel
The bill would prohibit state funds from divesting from Israel and penalize colleges and universities that seek to do the same.
News & Politics
Capital Numbers Games
A look at the issues in play in this year’s state budget negotiations
Interviews & Profiles
A Q&A with Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich
Kavulich talks with City & State about the department’s new 10-year strategic plan.
Capitol Beat
Five for Friday: Skill Game Summer
What to know about the status of the controversial gaming machines in the commonwealth.
Policy
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker signs $6.37B ‘One Philly’ budget
Parker and City Council celebrated investments in public safety, cleanup initiatives and education.
Health Care
PA, other state governments try to prepare for the ‘silver tsunami’
About 10,000 Americans are turning 65 every day. As the nation’s aging population continues to climb, states and the federal government are working to get plans in place to care for older adults.
