Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania prosecutor sues to block GOP election subpoena
The lawsuit from state Attorney General Josh Shapiro, a Democrat, is the second thus far targeting a subpoena approved last week by the Republican-controlled Senate committee.
3 years ago
Wolf urges community groups to apply for anti-violence grants
The state of Pennsylvania has $30 million to spend on anti-violence programs, and this time around community groups are targeted for the money.
3 years ago
Pa. won’t hit climate goals without increasing efforts now, report says
The Wolf Administration says a new plan can help the commonwealth reach its greenhouse gas reduction goals by 2050 and help avoid the worst effects of climate change.
3 years ago
Pa. Turnpike’s $104M in unpaid tolls draws senators’ scrutiny
An internal report indicated that motorists who do not use E-ZPass have a nearly 1 in 2 chance of riding without paying under the “toll-by-plate” license plate camera system.
3 years ago
Pa. lawmakers know a dementia care crisis is coming. Will they agree on a response?
The Wolf administration is focused on general improvements to nursing homes, including increasing the amount of direct care residents get each day.
3 years ago
What you need to know about the 2022 Pa. governor’s race
Cook Political Report, which is tracking gubernatorial races around the country, has the race rated as one of the country’s few true toss-ups.
3 years ago
Pa. state Democratic lawmaker quietly stripped of committee leadership, Capitol access
State Rep. Kevin Boyle of Philadelphia has been sidelined over what he called “incorrect information” about him. Democratic leaders have not disclosed the reason for the move.
3 years ago
Seven Philly-area schools honored with Blue Ribbon awards
The awards honor schools that have achieved academic excellence or made substantial strides in closing the achievement gap.
3 years ago
Pa. commission votes to scale back ‘prison gerrymandering’ reform made last month
A commission added a carveout to count those serving sentences that will end after April 1, 2030 — the date of the next census — in prison districts.
3 years ago
Public jobs recovering slower than private sector, straining basic gov’t operations
Effects range from service cuts to an added strain on existing workers, with some municipal operations struggling to function in their basic duties.
3 years ago
Pennsylvania appeals court judge candidates to take part in online forum
Eight candidates for four open seats on Pennsylvania's appeals courts are expected to participate in an online forum, six weeks ahead of the November election.
3 years ago
Barletta signs anti-tax pledge in GOP campaign for governor
Lou Barletta, the former congressman seeking the Republican nomination for governor of Pennsylvania, has signed a pledge that commits him to oppose tax increases.
3 years ago
Disaster recovery centers open in Montco, Delco to help with damage from Hurricane Ida
Residents reeling from the impacts of Hurricane Ida can now get help applying for federal and state aid in their own communities.
3 years ago
Hoagies get an Emmys shoutout as ‘Mare of Easttown’ wins stoke talk of second season
Kate Winslet’s Wawa-inspired character really connected with fans.
3 years ago
Lawsuits against mask mandates in PA schools are heating up. And, it's time for fall gardening! Horticulture expert Jenny Rose Carey joins us to talk about the harvest.
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