Government Accountability
Wolf leads Wagner in large donations in Pa. governor’s race — a breakdown
6 years ago
Lehigh Valley candidates spar in debate over crucial congressional seat
6 years ago
With private money fueling fight against drug crime in Blair County, public defenders feel squeezed
The opioid crisis has brought with it an onslaught of drug cases that are adding to the burdens of public defenders.
6 years ago
Pennsylvania posts historically strong state revenue collections
6 years ago
Wolf keeps big lead over Wagner in campaign cash
We look at Tom Wolf's big fundraising lead in guv's race and the biggest donors.
6 years ago
Ex-Allentown mayor Pawlowski gets new sentencing date
6 years ago
Following clergy report, Pa. lawmaker proposes new penalties for failure to report abuse
State Representative Scott Conklin, D-Centre, introduced two new bills on Monday, which would demand greater accountability from religious organizations.
6 years ago
Central Pa. districts discuss ways to improve school safety with new state funding
At the roundtable, lawmakers and school officials agreed the school safety needs of different school districts can vary greatly.
6 years ago
Casey, Barletta spar over Medicare vote
Casey ad attacks Barletta for Medicare vote; Barletta says it's a lie
6 years ago
Listen 2:08Pennsylvania will allow Harrisburg to keep special taxing authority — but not forever
6 years ago
Redistricting reformers in Pa. look outside the box for legislative options
6 years ago
Will youth voting surge in Pa.? The data is mixed
One analysis suggests a wave of youth enthusiasm. But a step-back look at the overall electorate may temper expectations.
6 years ago
Listen 3:59Lawmakers depart Harrisburg, leaving redistricting reform hanging
6 years ago
Pa. top court reviewing challenges to releasing clergy abuse report
In a new opinion, justices say several people — not dioceses themselves — are challenging release of the report on constitutional grounds.
6 years ago
In year of Pa. budget firsts, plan passes on time and Wolf signs it
Republicans cheered the lack of new taxes.
6 years ago
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