Power List
Power Lists
The 2022 Pennsylvania Forty Under 40
A statewide list of young changemakers from Erie to Easton.
News & Politics
Politics
PA’s Fitzpatrick votes with Dems on bill guaranteeing contraception access
Eight Republicans, including Fitzpatrick, voted to approve the bill.
Technology
Opinion
Affordable broadband is just a starting point
In an op-ed, state Rep. Michael Sturla argued for the expansion of Joe Biden’s Affordable Connectivity Program
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Oz picks up endorsement from Nikki Haley
Haley said Oz is a ‘conservative leader’ who will take on progressives in Washington.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
This week’s headlines: Republicans renew push for election reforms and Fetterman touts his recovery
A roundup of the week’s political news.
Winners & Losers
Philadelphia
Politics
Sixers unveil plans for new Center City arena to mixed reactions from fans and local officials
The proposed $1.3 billion facility would require demolishing one block of the Fashion District on Market East.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Five Pennsylvania state Senate races to watch
Several races in the November election could decide the fate of the General Assembly under a new administration
LGBTQ+
Policy
Here’s how Pennsylvania’s congressional delegation voted on same-sex marriage protections
The measure passed with a 267-157 vote in the House of Representatives.
News & Politics
Personality
Oz launches ‘Fetterman Basement Tracker’ as social media attacks intensify
Social media is playing an important role in Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate race.
Campaigns & Elections
Policy
Grove renews push for large-scale election law changes
The House GOP elections leader said continuing issues necessitate reforms
Diversity Summit
Personality
‘Intentionality with inclusivity’ was the focus of City & State’s second annual Diversity Summit
Panels discussed how governments and organizations can prioritize diversity in planning, procurement and partnerships.
News & Politics
Policy
State Senate examines gubernatorial line of succession law
The hearing comes after Lt. Gov. John Fetterman temporarily gave up duties after suffering a stroke
Philadelphia
Policy
Biden administration, Philly officials announce launch of 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
The new suicide prevention hotline will make connecting with a professional in times of crisis as easy as calling or texting three numbers.
News & Politics
Politics
This week’s headlines: State election funding is coming while Fetterman pulls in record-breaking sum
A roundup of the week’s political news
News & Politics
Politics
Mastriano, Ellis, attack Davis over 11-year-old tweets
Social media posts – and platforms themselves – have become part of attacks in the state’s midterm race for governor and lieutenant governor.
Winners & Losers
Business
Policy
Susan Wild, Commerce Secretary Raimondo call for boosting American manufacturing of semiconductors
Wild, Raimondo emphasized the importance of passing the Bipartisan Innovation Act to improve the nation’s competitiveness
Budget
Policy
The new state budget brings changes to Pennsylvania’s election laws
For one thing, counties will no longer be able to accept third-party grants to fund elections.
Environment
Policy