Shapiro announces $400M workforce training program

The initiative will dole out grants to companies that commit to training new employees.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 31, 2023

A Q&A with Mark Compton, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission CEO

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 31, 2023

‘It's in everything that we do’: Wayne Langerholc talks all things transportation

The chair of the Senate Transportation Committee discussed the opportunities in drone deployment and combating crime on public transit.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 31, 2023

Understanding public-private partnerships in Pennsylvania

How P3s are used to improve transportation infrastructure in the commonwealth.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 31, 2023

Ward says budget talks ongoing, Senate to return in August

Republicans are ‘actively negotiating’ with Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 28, 2023

Five for Friday: Legislators’ fall focus

What issues Harrisburg lawmakers left on the table for the fall

• By Harrison Cann and Justin Sweitzer
• July 28, 2023

What state leaders are saying about the ongoing budget impasse

The PA Senate’s top-ranking Republican said the chamber could return next month, but other obstacles remain.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 26, 2023

Shapiro touts federal broadband funding in visit to Erie County

The governor said the improved internet access will boost the economy and improve student outcomes.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 25, 2023

The Jan. 6 criminal case tracker

An in-depth chronicling of the ever-growing number of Pennsylvanians charged and convicted of crimes committed during the 2021 insurrection.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 24, 2023

PASSHE leaders vote to freeze tuition for fifth straight year

Tuition will remain at $7,716 for in-state students.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 20, 2023

Innamorato resigns, bringing state House back to 101-101 tie

Innamorato resigned as she continues to campaign for Allegheny County executive.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 19, 2023

The CSPA Q&A: Allegheny County Human Services Director Erin Dalton

Dalton spoke with City & State about the challenges facing the county’s vulnerable populations ahead of the Greater Pittsburgh Healthcare Summit.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 18, 2023

Lawmakers renew calls for rail safety reforms after state’s latest train derailment

The accident has intensified the attention of state and federal officials.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 17, 2023

PA DEP receives $3M for development of building code training programs

The award will help fund training programs at career and technical schools and community colleges.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 14, 2023

Pittman: Hundreds of millions in state funding could be at risk without more budget bills

Meanwhile, the leader for House Democrats urged the Senate to advance an already-passed $45.5B spending plan.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 11, 2023

10 things you need to know about PA’s budget impasse

The state budget is currently stuck in legislative limbo.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 10, 2023

Shapiro urges PA Senate to advance $45.5B budget plan

The Democratic governor said the budget plan will ‘do a lot of good.’

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 6, 2023

PA House passes budget bill as Shapiro vows to veto voucher funding

The Democratic governor said he would veto the funding to allow the state budget to advance.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 5, 2023

State lawmakers join forces with the Forward Party

The two lawmakers will now be aligned with the Forward Party but will remain registered as Democrats.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• June 21, 2023

PA House advances bills to raise minimum wage, create tax credit program

Both bills advanced through the narrowly divided chamber.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• June 21, 2023