Politics
Politics
Judge the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office by the progress made
Philadelphia’s sheriff explains how a comprehensive operational modernization and reorganization initiative for the PSO will enable better performance, accountability and service to the public.
Policy
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City & State’s 2026-27 Pennsylvania state budget tracker
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a $50.8 billion budget into law on July 12.
Politics
PA hospitals are in critical condition – new legislation can stop private equity from pulling the plug
A Delaware County Council member uses Delco’s disastrous spate of hospital closures as a warning to other counties – and as an appeal to the state Senate to pass a bill that would prevent more communities from suffering such a loss.
Politics
Behind closed doors: The fight to open up the PA Senate ‘Rules Room’
In a time of increasing transparency efforts at all levels of government, one of the most consequential spaces in the state Capitol remains opaque despite efforts to show what happens inside.
Politics
Pennsylvanians can’t afford the U.S. Senate to validate corporate crypto grift
Former Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney explains how the CLARITY Act is an industry-backed handout that doesn’t come close to achieving real reform.
Politics
Four years later, the Dobbs decision metastasizes into four new battles
The forces behind the stripping of reproductive rights for millions of Americans are now focused on taking even more healthcare options away from even more people.
Politics
The next state budget must do better by older Pennsylvanians
State Sen. Maria Collett makes the case for changing how long-term care is funded in Pennsylvania.
2026 Primaries
The 2026 Pennsylvania congressional primaries to watch
Contested congressional primaries have drawn lots of attention, and money, to the Keystone State.
Politics
Passing school safety measures: a matter of life and death
An op-ed from the president of the Pennsylvania Association of School Resource Officers urges state legislators to pass comprehensive school safety legislation before the end of session – and before tragedy strikes again.
Politics
Energy choice works for Pennsylvanians – don’t let a new House bill take it away
Legislation being proposed in Harrisburg would make it more difficult for consumers to choose their energy supplier.
News & Politics
Stelson, Cognetti and Perry are among PA’s top congressional fundraisers in 2026
PA-10 Democratic candidate Janelle Stelson raised $1.4 million in the first quarter of 2026, more than any other congressional candidate in Pennsylvania.
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Politics
Nuclear energy jobs are back – and powering Central PA communities
The return of Three Mile Island Unit 1 to service is cause for celebration for Pennsylvanians on both sides of the political divide.
Politics
PA women continue to make political herstory
This year, Women’s History Month takes on even more meaning in the Keystone State, thanks to some landmark achievements by female lawmakers.
Politics
PA lawmakers must do more to protect residents from data centers
Ballooning energy bills, negative environmental impact and more fallout are on the horizon if legislators don’t take action now.
Politics
2026 offers the ideal opportunity for bipartisan civics legislation
The significance of America’s semiquincentennial should be all the catalyst needed to get lawmakers to strengthen education requirements for this key subject.
Politics
Pennsylvania’s abused children need more support – and legislation to protect them
The Epstein Files scandal has spotlighted child sexual abuse – but far from the headlines, the victims of abuse in Pennsylvania and those who help them are in need of much more funding than what the state provides.
Gaming
Casinos are struggling – but skill games aren’t the reason
An op-ed by Villanova University professor Peter Zaleski makes the case that online gambling and the COVID-19 pandemic have had a greater impact on casino jobs than skill games.
Politics
New legislation can ensure a safe cannabis framework for Pennsylvania
An op-ed explains how a state Senate bill will protect consumers, support law-abiding businesses, restore public trust, and build a strong regulatory system to protect Pennsylvanians.
Education
Advocates push to upgrade civics education standards
As the semiquincentennial commences, legislators, educators and nonprofit organizations are trying to seize the momentum to spotlight the subject.
