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.
Transportation
Policy
Democrats introduce ‘Transit For All PA’ legislative package as potential lifeline for SEPTA, PRT
The legislative packages introduced in the state House and Senate seek to more ‘dedicated, reliable funding’ for transit statewide
Capitol Beat
Politics
30 things we know about the arson attack at the Pennsylvania governor’s residence
More information is coming to light daily about the attack and suspect Cody Balmer.
Capitol Beat
Politics
3 things to watch in the aftermath of arson attack on Shapiro, family
Cody Balmer, 38, of Harrisburg, was arraigned Monday evening and is charged with attempted murder and setting fire to the governor’s residence.
News & Politics
Politics
Horror, relief and support: Social media reactions to arson attack on Gov. Shapiro and family
Social media condemnation of the arson attack that could have claimed the lives of Shapiro and his family was widespread and bipartisan, both across the commonwealth and the nation.
News & Politics
Politics
Gov. Shapiro, family safe after arsonist targets governor's mansion
State Police say an arsonist set fire to the governor’s residence early Sunday morning.
Capitol Beat
Policy
Experts: PA’s permitting reforms could serve as efficiency model nationwide
Efforts to expedite efficiently offer a blueprint for other states looking to streamline operations and improve service delivery, according to a fellow at the Institute for Responsive Government.
Transportation
Policy
Ride along: State reps tour SEPTA amid budget talks
SEPTA’s financial needs are front-and-center ahead of 2026 events
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.
News & Politics
Politics
4 ways federal government actions are impacting Pennsylvania
This week, Gov. Josh Shapiro sued President Donald Trump’s administration and Elon Musk set his sights on a limestone mine in Western Pennsylvania.
Budget
Policy
3 takeaways from the IFO’s new Pennsylvania budget projections
The IFO predicts the state’s budget deficit could grow to $6 billion by the 2025-26 fiscal year.
Capitol Beat
Policy
8 things to know about Josh Shapiro’s 2025 budget proposal
The Democratic governor’s latest budget proposal calls for legal weed and a tax on video gaming machines.
Capitol Beat
Policy
Gov. Josh Shapiro’s 2025 budget: By the Numbers
On Tuesday, the governor delivered his third budget address to the General Assembly, proposing a $51.5 billion spending plan.
Budget
Policy
What to watch for in Gov. Josh Shapiro’s budget proposal
Shapiro is set to give his annual budget address in Harrisburg on Tuesday.
economy
Policy
PA officials warm up to boosting entrepreneurship
Red-tape reduction and small-business incubators are among the state and local strategies aimed at improving the commonwealth’s historically low entrepreneurship rate.
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
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.
Capitol Beat
Politics
Pennsylvania’s row officers get sworn in for new terms
Treasurer Stacy Garrity and Auditor General Timothy DeFoor were sworn in for a second term, while newly elected Attorney General Dave Sunday was sworn in for his first term on Tuesday.
Business
Policy
Shapiro touts pharma investment in Philadelphia
A nearly $3 million investment helped Adare Pharma Solutions relocate its HQ to the city
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Personality