Campaigns & Elections
Campaigns & Elections
Bob Brooks receives Working Families Party endorsement in PA-7 race
The firefighters union leader adds the progressive group’s support to his list of endorsements
News & Politics
Gov. Josh Shapiro talks faith, family and fundamentals of basketball with Jay Wright
Shapiro’s book tour stopped at Villanova for a sit-down with the former Wildcats basketball coach.
Campaigns & Elections
Quinnipiac Poll: Shapiro leading Garrity, showing weakness for potential prez run
A plurality of Pennsylvania voters believe Shapiro wouldn’t make a good president despite positive reviews for his time as governor.
News & Politics
What to know about Pennsylvania’s 2026 special elections
Several seats in the state House of Representatives will be up for grabs in the next few months.
Politics
The City & State Q&A: Kristen Welker
The longtime journalist and host of NBC’s “Meet the Press” weighs in on the merits of growing up Philly, landing interviews and what to watch for in the midterms and in 2028.
Campaigns & Elections
The doctor is in the running: Ala Stanford’s prescription to win PA-3
Stanford was endorsed by Dwight Evans, the congressman retiring at the end of his term
News & Politics
First look: The midterm congressional races to watch in PA
Once again, Pennsylvania will be ground zero for hard-fought campaigns that will determine control of the U.S. House.
Campaigns & Elections
Under the influencers: How social media is transforming campaign messaging
Candidates are going out of their way to include a group of online influencers that reaches key demographics.
News & Politics
Gov. Josh Shapiro kicks off reelection bid with Pittsburgh, Philadelphia events
Shapiro and his running mate, Lt. Gov. Austin Davis, look to replicate their resounding 2022 victory in November.
Campaigns & Elections
Mayor Corey O’Connor, City Council members take oath of office in Pittsburgh
A new chief executive and City Council president are among the leadership changes for the Steel City.
News & Politics
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Stocking the cabinet: Tracking the Trump nominees with Pennsylvania ties
Several high-profile appointments could be coming from the commonwealth
News & Politics
The 2026 primary season kicks off early with PA-3 candidates' forum
Five Democratic candidates vying for the congressional seat currently held by the soon-to-retire Dwight Evans tried to win over potential voters at a standing-room-only event in Philadelphia's Chestnut Hill neighborhood.
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News & Politics
PA political party chairs focusing on 2026
After November's election, City & State spoke with the leaders of the state Republican and Democratic parties to talk midterms, the 2026 gubernatorial race and the issues most important to voters.
Campaigns & Elections
Working Families Party pledges to support a John Fetterman primary challenger
The progressive third party group is launching a portal to recruit and train potential candidates to challenge Fetterman in 2028
Campaigns & Elections
Campaign finance reports show David Oxman has financial backing despite his outsider status
The physician-turned-congressional candidate has support from a PAC focused on getting STEM-educated Democrats in higher office
Capitol Beat
Party of 7: A guide to the ideological balance of the PA Supreme Court
Five justices on the court were elected as Democrats, while two were elected as Republicans.
Capitol Beat
Pennsylvania voters retain 3 state Supreme Court justices
The high-stakes judicial retention elections attracted national attention and millions of dollars in spending.
Capitol Beat
PA Secretary of State Al Schmidt talks voting issues in Chester, Dauphin counties
Schmidt said pollbook issues in Chester County were caused by a pollbook extraction error.
Campaigns & Elections
Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner wins, beats Pat Dugan for second time in 2025
The rematch of May’s Democratic primary for Philadelphia District Attorney proved to be a replay on Election Day as Krasner cruised to a third term.
Capitol Beat
An injudicious process: What would have happened if PA Supreme Court justices didn't get retained
Gov. Josh Shapiro could appoint temporary replacements, with the next judicial elections slated for 2027.
