News & Politics
Politics
This week’s headlines: The mail-in voting law is upheld and Doug Mastriano gets GOP endorsements
Here is a roundup of the week’s hottest political news.
Opinion
Opinion
Poor energy policy is hurting Americans
In an op-ed, Lancaster County Commissioner Josh Parsons argues for the expansion of oil and gas production in Pennsylvania.
Elections (Archived)
Politics
Pennsylvania state House races to watch
Several races in the November election could decide the fate of the General Assembly under a new administration.
News & Politics
Politics
Polls: Fetterman is beating Oz in the Senate race
Fetterman holds a double digit lead in polls conducted by Fox News and a national super PAC.
News & Politics
Politics
What is Gab? A look at the far-right social media platform backing Doug Mastriano
Gab has been called a haven for hate speech and white supremacists.
News & Politics
Politics
Pennsylvania Supreme Court upholds mail-in voting law
The state’s high court says the 2019 law does not violate the state constitution.
Healthcare
Politics
Toomey faces heat from Jon Stewart, veterans over burn pit legislation
The legislation would have expanded health care benefits for veterans exposed to toxic material
News & Politics
Politics
This week’s headlines: Wolf sues over abortion measure and GOP leaders call for a tuition freeze
A roundup of the week’s political news.
Technology
Policy
City & State investigates: How local governments are handling a threat they can’t even see
The proliferation of cyberattacks has prompted Pennsylvania municipalities to take extra steps to secure their systems.
Budget
Policy
State lawmakers praised this year’s budget as historic. Here’s what’s in it.
This year’s state budget includes more cash for education, a business tax cut and some changes to the state’s election laws.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Josh Shapiro outlines his plans for Pennsylvania’s economic future
The Democratic nominee for governor is promising to cut business taxes and increase use of renewable energy.
News & Politics
Politics
PA’s Fitzpatrick votes with Dems on bill guaranteeing contraception access
Eight Republicans, including Fitzpatrick, voted to approve the bill.
Technology
Opinion
Affordable broadband is just a starting point
In an op-ed, state Rep. Michael Sturla argued for the expansion of Joe Biden’s Affordable Connectivity Program
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Oz picks up endorsement from Nikki Haley
Haley said Oz is a ‘conservative leader’ who will take on progressives in Washington.
LGBTQ+
Policy
Here’s how Pennsylvania’s congressional delegation voted on same-sex marriage protections
The measure passed with a 267-157 vote in the House of Representatives.
News & Politics
Personality
Oz launches ‘Fetterman Basement Tracker’ as social media attacks intensify
Social media is playing an important role in Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate race.
News & Politics
Policy
State Senate examines gubernatorial line of succession law
The hearing comes after Lt. Gov. John Fetterman temporarily gave up duties after suffering a stroke
News & Politics
Politics
This week’s headlines: State election funding is coming while Fetterman pulls in record-breaking sum
A roundup of the week’s political news
News & Politics
Politics
Mastriano, Ellis, attack Davis over 11-year-old tweets
Social media posts – and platforms themselves – have become part of attacks in the state’s midterm race for governor and lieutenant governor.
Environment
Policy