Philadelphia
Politics
Pew Charitable Trusts invests $9.1 million in Philadelphia nonprofits
More than $8 million will go to groups working to expand assistance programs
Capitol Beat
Politics
Gov. Josh Shapiro unveils statewide housing plan in Philadelphia
Democrats say ‘the rent is too damn high’ as part of spending pitch
Economic Development
Policy
Ask The Experts: Revitalizing Downtown Harrisburg
City & State talks with local leaders about plans to breathe new life into Harrisburg’s local economy.
Capitol Beat
Policy
PA senators introduce bipartisan proposal to regulate skill games
The duo says the bill will help address illegal gaming and nuisance businesses across the state.
Capitol Beat
Policy
PA Senate passes permitting transparency bill
The bill, which would require state agencies to create public permit tracking systems, received bipartisan support in the state Senate.
Arts & Culture
Personality
‘The audiences are talking with their dollars’: Inside the arts economy’s resilience
Despite federal funding cuts, Pennsylvania’s creative industries are surviving – and thriving – thanks to a potent mix of supporters.
News & Politics
Policy
Phillies, MLB leadership emphasize need for 2026 All-Star Game to invest in youth baseball, North Philadelphia
A panel discussion at Temple University outlined how the 2026 event can leave a lasting impact and community investment.
Philadelphia
Policy
In Philadelphia, temporarily banning cars has become a new economic driver
The city’s Open Streets program has become successful and popular enough that key figures are looking into how to make permanent road closures a reality.
Philadelphia
Politics
African-American Chamber of Commerce keys on economic outlook, 2026 opportunities for Black-owned businesses
Conversations centered around how the organization can be a ‘force multiplier’ for entrepreneurs, the city and the commonwealth.
Economic Development
Policy
Breaking Regulations: Changing zoning, codes and bureaucracy could key housing solutions
Pennsylvania politicians at all levels are scrambling to find effective solutions to the state’s affordable housing crisis.
Economic Development
Personality
A Q&A with Robin Wiessmann
The head of the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency talks lending, educating prospective homeowners and where to find the next great ideas in affordable housing.
News & Politics
Policy
Pittsburgh is only metro in U.S. where buying a home is cheaper than renting
A new rental report from Realtor.com shows that Pittsburgh stands out among metropolitan areas in the U.S.
Energy
Policy
‘Pennsylvania is on the rise’: state and business leaders celebrate plans to reopen Three Mile Island nuclear reactor
Constellation says the rebranded Crane Clean Energy Center could open as soon as 2027.
Transportation
Policy
From Philly to Pittsburgh, mass transit leaders sound the alarm on funding shortfalls
Hearings in the commonwealth’s two largest cities highlight growing public transportation needs
Philadelphia
Policy
Philadelphia among the U.S. cities preparing for ‘quite epic’ 2026 World Cup
The tournament will bring millions of fans and 48 teams to 11 cities in the U.S. – and Philadelphia’s Lemon Hill Park’s Fan Fest expects 25,000 people
Capitol Beat
Policy
Constellation says restart of Three Mile Island reactor is ahead of schedule
The leader of a regional business group said Wednesday that the effort will be an ‘economic development boon’ for the region.
Capitol Beat
Policy
What to know about Gov. Josh Shapiro’s ‘Lightning Plan’ for PA energy
The governor unveiled a six-part energy plan days before his 2025 budget address.
Economic Development
Policy
‘Tourism on steroids’: How the next 18 months will determine Philadelphia’s future as a travel destination
Plans have been in the works for years on how to best capitalize on the flood of visitors – and dollars – when the city hosts the Semiquincentennial, the MLB All-Star Game, the World Cup, and more.
Economic Development
Policy
PA tourism marketing efforts get long-overdue upgrade
Tourism is a key driver of Pensylvania’s economy – and new state initiatives aim to make it even more vital to businesses, residents and state coffers.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality