Education
Policy
State Senate studies ‘bell-to-bell’ cell phone ban in schools
Cell phone usage in schools is a hot-button issue in Harrisburg
Education
Policy
Citing out-of-control expenses and expenditures, school districts and state Democrats push for new cyber charter funding formula
Both sides of the statewide debate agree an overhaul of the funding system is in order – but disagree on the way forward.
News & Politics
Politics
Study shows just 2% of Gen Z students in PA trust government and elected leaders
However, more than 50% of students said they would be motivated to take political action if they felt it would make a difference.
Education
Personality
Pop Quiz
With the school year in full swing, City & State has put together a Pennsylvania-centric pop quiz to test your knowledge about the Keystone State.
Education
Policy
Commonwealth school districts are still working on improving buildings and environments
Schools across the state have long dealt with mold, asbestos and other environmental hazards inside their walls.
Education
Politics
Officials’ field trip to Philly high school spotlights the future of vocational education
Gov. Shapiro, Mayor Parker and other officials discussed the importance of investment in such programs
Philadelphia
Politics
Students, commuters, businesses bear brunt of budget-driven SEPTA service cuts
The transit agency, facing a budget shortfall, began implementing service reductions just before the first day of the school year
Education
Politics
Study: PA schools plagued by widespread lead, mold, radon and other environmental hazards
A report on the environmental health of commonwealth schools found threats and harmful substances exist across the board
Events
Transportation
Politics
‘It will be a disaster’: Labor leaders, teachers sound the alarm as SEPTA cuts loom
Massive service reductions and fare increases would impact students, workers and residents around the region
Policy
Policy
Amid budget impasse, school officials fear critical funding shortfalls
With state money frozen and deadlines looming for obligations like pension payments, districts will soon face tough fiscal choices.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Fare point: More SEPTA funding helps students pursue their education dreams
One of the many negative impacts of legislators failing to support public transit would be reduced access to higher education for those reliant on public transportation
Campaigns & Elections
Policy
Four for Friday: Harrisburg happenings
State lawmakers advanced bills to legalize recreational cannabis and fund private school scholarships to kick off the month of May.
Education
Policy
School voucher debate returns to Harrisburg
The Pennsylvania Senate Education Committee advanced a bill on Tuesday that would create a private school scholarship program.
Education
Policy
Lessons learned: PA’s educational evolution five years after the pandemic
From kindergarten laptops to college takeout preferences, changes have been the only constant.
Philadelphia
Policy
Philly Mayor Parker’s $6.7B budget - by the numbers
The city’s chief executive unveiled her 2025-2026 spending proposal to City Council Thursday morning
Education
Personality
For school superintendents, it’s a learning experience
City & State talks to the superintendents of the state’s biggest school districts about enrollment, facilities, funding and more.
Josh Shapiro
Policy
New revenue sources – and longstanding debates – dominate state budget talks
Gov. Josh Shapiro’s budget address provides an early glimpse of what to expect from negotiations over the next four months.
Philadelphia
Policy
Afterschool Special: Lt. Gov. Davis pushes statewide program in North Philadelphia
The BOOST initiative received $11.5 million in the 2024-2025 budget
Capitol Beat
Personality