Philadelphia
Politics
Five for Friday: Recapping Philadelphia City Council’s legislative kickoff
City & State’s highlight tape from Philly Council’s first day back in session
Transportation
Policy
SEPTA’s short-term funding fix: How we got here and what’s next
The Shapiro administration and PennDOT are moving forward with the transit agency’s request to use up to $394 million in capital assistance funds for daily operations
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Succession plan: Sharif Street steps down as state Democratic chair to focus on congressional run
Street is one of at least seven candidates to throw their hat in the 3rd Congressional ring following Dwight Evans’ retirement announcement
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
Energy
Personality
Q&A with PUC Chair Stephen DeFrank
The utility commission chair talks about meeting energy needs and impact of data centers
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
News & Politics
Policy
Phillies, MLB leadership emphasize need for 2026 All-Star Game to invest in youth baseball, North Philadelphia
A panel discussion at Temple University outlined how the 2026 event can leave a lasting impact and community investment.
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
Law Enforcement
Policy
‘No Secret Police’ legislation seeks to unmask, identify ICE officers
PA Senate Democrats have introduced a bill that would require law enforcement to identify themselves and remain maskless
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
News & Politics
Policy
PA House passes public transit funding bill after Gov. Shapiro's latest call to action
The vote took place less than a day after the governor again pushed for more public transit funding in the state budget.
News & Politics
Politics
Patrick Dugan to run as Republican in Philly DA rematch with Larry Krasner
The former judge, whom Krasner handily defeated in May’s Democratic primary, will file the paperwork on Monday to run as a Republican in hopes of winning the office in November.
Transportation
Politics
Transit advocates’ three-word message for state Senate: ‘Do your job’
SEPTA is set to have drastic service cuts and fare increases should the state budget not include transit funding soon
Transportation
Politics
Not fare: SEPTA Regional Rail riders face hard choices if route reductions implemented
Buses, walks and rideshare services could cost riders more time and money if funding issues cause route reductions.
Philadelphia
Policy
In Philadelphia, temporarily banning cars has become a new economic driver
The city’s Open Streets program has become successful and popular enough that key figures are looking into how to make permanent road closures a reality.
Philadelphia
Politics
African-American Chamber of Commerce keys on economic outlook, 2026 opportunities for Black-owned businesses
Conversations centered around how the organization can be a ‘force multiplier’ for entrepreneurs, the city and the commonwealth.
Health Care
Policy
Rural hospitals brace for Medicaid cuts
State healthcare experts fear what the fallout from the One Big Beautiful Bill will mean for Pennsylvania’s smaller hospitals – and the insurance coverage that keeps them running.
Economic Development
Policy
Breaking Regulations: Changing zoning, codes and bureaucracy could key housing solutions
Pennsylvania politicians at all levels are scrambling to find effective solutions to the state’s affordable housing crisis.
Budget
Policy
End of the line: As funding deadline approaches, SEPTA plans on drastic cuts across the board
Assuming the worst, the transit agency is preparing for severe service cuts and fare increases
Labor
Politics