Technology
Policy
What the Flock? 8 things to know about automated license plate readers in Pennsylvania
ALPRs have drawn scrutiny from lawmakers and civil liberties groups, while proponents tout them as an important law enforcement tool.
Capitol Beat
Policy
In bipartisan fashion, PA lawmakers vote to repeal tax incentives for data centers
House lawmakers voted 197-5 on Thursday to pass a bill that would repeal sales tax incentives for data center owners and operators.
Capitol Beat
Policy
House lawmakers advance measure to tax digital advertising platforms
Supporters say the legislation could generate hundreds of millions of dollars in annual revenue for the state.
data centers
Policy
Gov. Josh Shapiro’s new data center standards reflect new reality
The announcement underscores the year-long evolution in the governor’s approach to what has become an energy and environmental flashpoint in Pennsylvania.
News & Politics
Politics
Prediction markets go all in on PA elections
The dramatic rise in popularity of sites like Polymarket and Kalshi is now drawing increased scrutiny from politicians and industry watchdogs.
Artificial Intelligence
Policy
Pennsylvania sues Character.AI developer, alleging chatbots claimed to be medical professionals
Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration says a controversial AI chatbot developer is violating the state’s Medical Practice Act.
Energy
Policy
Burgum, Perry tout importance of nuclear energy in visit to Three Mile Island
The U.S. Secretary of the Interior said the Trump administration’s policies have led to a “renaissance” for nuclear energy.
News & Politics
Policy
The City & State Q&A: Attorney General Dave Sunday
The state’s chief law enforcement officer talks with City & State about how artificial intelligence tools are affecting children, teens and vulnerable populations.
News & Politics
Politics
New poll shows growing number of Pennsylvanians think vaccines cause autism
A new health poll from Muhlenberg College also examined healthcare affordability and trust in AI chatbots for medical advice.
Technology
Policy
Power plays: The battle over data centers in PA
Inside the $100 billion rush to turn Pennsylvania into the nation’s AI engine – and the local efforts trying to stop it.
Technology
Policy
PA House lawmakers approve data center regulation bill
Lawmakers passed House Bill 1834 with a 104-95 vote.
Technology
Policy
PA lawmakers advance SAFECHAT Act to protect children from AI chatbot interactions
The bill would require AI companion operators to take steps to prevent harmful interactions with chatbots.
Capitol Beat
Policy
PA House committee advances data center bills
Two data center bills were reported out of the House Energy Committee along party lines.
Artificial Intelligence
Policy
5 takeaways from new state government report on AI
The report outlines a series of recommendations for AI use and adoption.
Artificial Intelligence
Policy
PA lawmakers show bipartisan interest in standards for data centers
Gov. Josh Shapiro called on lawmakers to enact standards for data center developers.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Under the influencers: How social media is transforming campaign messaging
Candidates are going out of their way to include a group of online influencers that reaches key demographics.
Business
Policy
‘Waiting for clarity’: Philadelphia region’s uncertain business climate tied to policy uncertainty
A Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia survey finds that health care and social assistance sector are driving job growth
Education
Policy
City & State's 5 for 2025: As AI enters Pennsylvania classrooms, teachers and students face a learning curve
As the year comes to an end, we look back at some staff and reader favorites from our reporting over the past 12 months.
Politics
Opinion
How MontCo plus AI can equal better public services
Montgomery County is trying to set the pace for how to deploy artificial intelligence to best serve both local government and constituents.
Technology
Policy