Policy

Opinion

Opinion: Dems are determined to stop voter ID, even if it comes at the expense of their top legislative goal

Let voters decide on the constitutional amendments instead of wasting time and resources on the dysfunction in Harrisburg.

News & Politics

Politics

PA firefighters urge Shapiro to remove PFAS chemicals from their gear

Shapiro visited Blair County this week to promote his budget’s proposed investments in first responders.

Interviews & Profiles

Politics

Derek Green has a family-focused approach to running for mayor of Philadelphia

The former City Councilmember says his parenting and political experience drives his campaign for the city’s 100th mayor.

Policy

Politics

Norfolk Southern has spent millions on lobbying and political donations. Will it pay off?

Lawmakers in Harrisburg and Washington, D.C. are pushing reforms to railroad laws as Norfolk Southern faces scrutiny over recent train derailments.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Former Gov. Corbett calls for ‘hyper-localized’ dialogue on democracy, civics

Corbett said conversations at the local level could be the solution to distrust in elections.

Agriculture

Policy

The ‘swatting’ threats against Pennsylvania schools, explained

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating false reports of violence that were called into 911 centers on March 29.

Policy

Opinion

Opinion: Sex education is the elephant in our classrooms

Outdated curriculums, erratic guidelines and unenforceable state standards contribute to Pennsylvania's educational shortcomings.

News & Politics

Politics

Fetterman, Casey and Ohio’s Sherrod Brown introduce new rail safety legislation

The bill would direct federal railroad officials to study wheel-related failures and increase safety measures while trains are in motion.

Interviews & Profiles

Personality

A Q&A with Admiral Rachel Levine, Pennsylvania’s former Secretary of Health

The U.S. assistant secretary for health addresses the opioid crisis, PA’s COVID-19 response and more.

News & Politics

Policy

Is your TikTok account hiding enemies of the state? How do you know?

Some lawmakers are trying to ban the app from government-owned devices, a move experts say will strengthen cybersecurity.

Agriculture

Policy

‘We need to redouble our efforts’: Josh Shapiro renews his fight against the bird flu

The governor and Sen. Scott Martin met with farmers to discuss the latest measures to prevent the spread of the disease.

Personality

Personality

Women who inspire: history lessons from Pennsylvania politicos

As Women’s History Month comes to a close, female leaders from across the state share who they’ve admired.

Editor's Note

Opinion

Editor’s Note: Pennsylvania politicians must do more to combat the opioid epidemic

U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean’s story is a testament to overcoming incredible odds.

Health Care

Policy

Nurses needed now: Solutions to a long-running staffing crisis have been hard to come by.

Hospitals and nursing homes hope turnover in Harrisburg means change for the struggling industry.

Power List

Power Lists

The 2023 Health Care Power 100

Leaders who are saving lives across Pennsylvania every day.

Policy

Politics

Anti-gun violence advocates call for changes to state gun laws

Democrats say they want to use their new power to ‘stop the carnage.’

Interviews & Profiles

Politics

‘Pragmatic progressive’ Maria Quiñones Sánchez on finding her niche in a crowded Philly mayor’s race

The former City Councilmember won four terms in office without support from Democratic party leaders.

News & Politics

Politics

Josh Shapiro says his education spending plan will give kids ‘a fair shot’

Shapiro’s visit to Allegheny County on Tuesday marks the second stop on a statewide tour.