Philadelphia
Policy
Philadelphia attempts to put accessibility at the forefront of disability data
The city’s disability map can help policymakers deliver more inclusive and accessible services for those living with disabilities
Transportation
Politics
John Fetterman and Susan Wild join Mack Truck workers on picket line in Macungie
The U.S. senator comes to Macungie Tuesday after previously joining UAW workers in Bucks County and Michigan
First Read
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First Read PA – Oct. 10, 2023
Pennsylvanians gather in support for Israel… Working Families Party holds convention in Philadelphia … Shapiro crosses partisan divide on school choice … and more
Politics
Working Families Party kicks off first-ever national convention in Philadelphia
The progressive labor-focused party welcomed lawmakers from around the region, labor leaders and more at the Downtown Sonesta Friday night
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Five for Friday: 2024 U.S. Senate race fast facts
What to know about the early stages of Pennsylvania’s 2024 U.S. Senate race.
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First Read PA – Oct. 6, 2023
House moves ahead with April 2 primary … Budget pieces go to the Senate … Shapiro defends handling of aide’s sexual harassment complaint … and more
Campaigns & Elections
Policy
House lawmakers approve bill moving PA’s 2024 primary to April 2
Lawmakers considered two bills to move the primary, but only one passed.
Winners & Losers
Economic Development
Policy
Do opportunity zones work? Erie is beginning to find out
The jury is still out, but recent research has provided new insights into the tax incentive meant to lure investment to distressed areas
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Working Families Party endorses McCaffery in Supreme Court race
The endorsement comes amid an influx of contributions to the race from groups across the political spectrum who see the state’s highest court as a significant battleground
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First Read PA – Oct. 5, 2023
DuBois city manager facing more charges … Supreme Court seat spending heats up … Tax code bill draws mixed reactions … and more
Capitol Beat
Policy
8 things to know about the new tax code bill passed by the PA House
The legislation would speed up the state’s corporate tax reduction and expand existing programs, among other things.
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First Read PA – Oct. 4, 2023
House moves ahead with primary day change … Lawsuit over solitary confinement conditions… Second Allegheny County executive debate… and more
Campaigns & Elections
Policy
PA House committee advances bills to change 2024 primary date
Both bills await further action by the chamber.
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First Read PA – Oct. 3, 2023
Rise in Philly overdose deaths … Primary Day change in the House … Gainey unveils budget priorities for 2024 … and more
Philadelphia
Politics
Overdose deaths among Black Philadelphians rose by nearly 20% in 2022
The city announced there were more than 1,400 overdose deaths last year
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Donor organs: The unions behind the checks to the candidates
See which union PACs sent money to Cherelle Parker and Sara Innamorato
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First Read PA – Oct. 2, 2023
RGGI up in the air … Trump attacks AVR … Shapiro speaks at New Hampshire convention … and more
Education
Politics
Strike averted: Local 634 reaches tentative agreement with School District of Philadelphia
The union’s 1,900 members work in food service, climate and safety throughout the district
Interviews & Profiles
Personality