Economy

Weekend pedestrian traffic in downtown Philadelphia during May was 94% of what it was in 2019, according to cell phone data compiled by the Center City District.

The PA budget is still at an impasse due to process technicalities and tension between Gov. Shapiro, the House, and the Senate.

Even leisure and hospitality, which has been slower to recover since the pandemic began, has seen a full recovery.

On Thursday, Shapiro disputed Republican’s accusations that he went back on his word on the $45 billion spending plan.

The Pa. House has passed a budget plan, after Gov. Josh Shapiro pledged to veto a school voucher program. Senate Republicans say it’s a betrayal.

The economy continues to grow, the job market is strong, but inflation and rising interest rates are keeping recession fears alive.

If you're planning to throw some meat on the grill this weekend, here are some ways to save money in the process.

An original bill reauthorizing online betting would have given it another 10 years, but lawmakers sliced that to just two years on Tuesday.

The last few days have become contentious, as public school advocates have organized to oppose an emerging agreement between Shapiro and Senate Republicans.

The operating budget of more than $5.6 billion for the fiscal year, which begins Saturday, represents an increase of roughly 10% over this year’s budget.

Rules for who we tip and when can get confusing and expensive, and tipping etiquette has changed post-pandemic. Plus, LGBTQ+ migration to Philly and the Blockson Collection.

House members voted 32-8 for the operating budget and 33-7 for the supplemental bill.

The discount retail chain previously warned the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry of the potential layoffs but the sale went through.

The medical marijuana industry across Pa. generates $7.3 billion in retail sales. Workers say they want more than $17 an hour, and have voted to unionize.

A James Beard winning mixologist shares drinks. And, families are getting priced out of the Jersey Shore...why is it so expensive? We also celebrate World Refugee Day.