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Pennsylvania officials declare ‘Code Red’ air quality alert due to Canada fires
Smoke from wildfires smothered the East Coast on Wednesday, with officials urging residents to limit time outside.
News & Politics
Politics
Polling memo shows ‘tight’ race for Bucks commissioners seats
A recent internal poll on the race shows single digits separating all four candidates.
Politics
Politics
7 things to watch for leading up to the general election
With primary elections over, City & State highlights the storylines to focus on across the state as Election Day gets closer.
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Politics
Here’s how PA’s congressional delegation voted on the debt ceiling deal
The deal passed the U.S. House with a 314-117 vote this week.
Capitol Beat
Politics
Dave McCormick: ‘America needs to go to the gym’
The former hedge fund executive is contemplating another U.S. Senate run.
News & Politics
Politics
The next stage in the fight against antisemitism
As the Tree of Life trial begins almost five years after the deadly shooting, protective measures for Jews in Pennsylvania are still a work in progress.
Capitol Beat
Politics
PA property tax relief bill takes a step forward
The legislation would expand Pennsylvania’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program.
Capitol Beat
Politics
5 things we know, post-primary edition
Progressives prevailed in Pittsburgh and more special elections could be on the horizon.
Energy
Personality
Tim Ryan talks natural gas policy and the need for ‘radical pragmatism’
The former presidential candidate and current co-chair of the Natural Allies for a Clean Energy Future leadership council spoke with City & State during a recent visit to Pittsburgh.
Capitol Beat
Politics
Heather Boyd wins special election, Dems keep control of PA House
The race between Boyd and GOP candidate Katie Ford was one of the most-watched of this cycle and included an endorsement by President Joe Biden.
Capitol Beat
Politics
Joe Biden endorses Democrat Heather Boyd in high-stakes PA House race
The endorsement came just a day before the special election, which will determine control of the state House.
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Energy
Personality
Leaders convene in Pittsburgh for City & State’s 2023 Energy Summit
The summit included experts from the public and private sectors
News & Politics
Politics
Lawmakers advance legislation banning pre-checked campaign contribution boxes
The bill would require candidates and committees to get clear consent for recurring contributions.
Capitol Beat
Politics
A stocked cabinet: Keeping track of who’s joining the Shapiro administration cabinet
Stay up to date on who’s making it through the Pennsylvania Senate confirmation process and losing their “acting” titles.
News & Politics
Policy
5 things you may have missed in Harrisburg this week
From Gov. Josh Shapiro signing his first bill to a flurry of action in the House and Senate, there was a lot that went down this week.
Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023
Politics
Bill Green endorses Allan Domb in Philly mayor’s race
The former Philadelphia mayor said Domb is the best candidate in the race.
News & Politics
Policy
Josh Shapiro signs bill eliminating out-of-pocket costs for some breast cancer screenings
The new law will require insurers to cover one breast screening per year for women at a high risk for cancer.
News & Politics
Policy
Josh Shapiro announces support for Fairness Act
The Democratic governor said Wednesday that it is “long past time” to pass nondiscrimination protections for the LGBTQ community.
News & Politics
Policy
Lawmakers want colleagues to take a chance on skill games
Proponents say regulating games of skill could raise $300 million annually.
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Politics