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Philadelphia launches a new financial assistance program to help resolve landlord-tenant disputes over back rent before they become the basis of an eviction filing.

State health officials say multiple people, including Gov. John Carney, have tested positive for COVID-19 after a series of events in and around Legislative Hall.

An unprecedented Spotlight PA analysis of 1 million medical marijuana certifications reveals how a change by policymakers made it possible for virtually anyone to get a card.

The former president has made good on his threat to sue the Washington Post reporter over his use of interview recordings. The lawsuit seeks nearly $50 million in damages.

Jamila Winder will replace Arkoosh, who resigned earlier this month to become Pennsylvania’s Secretary of Human Services.

It comes as lawmakers have already ended elements of the emergencies that kept millions of Americans insured during the pandemic.

Chair Jerome Powell is still likely to stress, though, that the Fed’s campaign to conquer high inflation is far from over.

Video showing five Memphis officers beating a Black man has been made public.

Officials say Clock Tower Schools is a new entity, even though it includes people who worked for Glen Mills Schools, which closed in 2019 due to abuse allegations.

According to court records, Keffer appeared to be drunk, got in a crash and ultimately refused a blood test.

Latino leaders and business owners gathered at the Legislative Hall in Dover this week to oppose a measure they fear would harm their businesses.

Dozen’s stood in protest outside Thursday’s FDR Park redevelopment meeting in South Philly after being denied entry. A virtual meeting is scheduled for March 1.

After his installation, the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) honored him for his historic ascension to lead the sheriffs’ association.

The Pa. state House will likely stay deadlocked until next month — which means voters won’t see constitutional amendments on the May ballot.

The proposal for fiscal 2024 stresses new investments in education, housing, and the environment, plus significant pay raises for many state employees.