U.S. Congress

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Matt Cartwright to shell out six figures on two new TV spots

His opponent, Republican Jim Bognet, released an ad of his own this week ahead of a visit from Joe Biden.

Education

Politics

Pennsylvania pols react to Biden’s student loan cancellation plan

The Biden administration announced a plan to offer debt relief, drawing both praise and protest from many.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

What is the Keystone Party? A City & State explainer.

A look at the new third party that wants to shake up Pennsylvania politics.

News & Politics

Breaking News Politics

DeSantis says voters can ‘make Pennsylvania free’ this fall by electing Doug Mastriano

The Florida governor made a stop in Pittsburgh Friday night to stump for the GOP senator and tout his bid for governor.

News & Politics

Politics

Internal polls show ‘tight race’ in Pennsylvania’s 8th Congressional District

Polling from Republicans and Democrats underscore the competitive nature of the NEPA district.

Campaigns & Elections

Policy

Independent voters make a case before state committee for inclusion in primary elections

Legislation to allow unaffiliated voters to participate in primary elections has gained more bipartisan support in Harrisburg.

Opinion

Opinion

Opportunity awaits as Philadelphia City Council members resign to run for mayor

Allan Domb resigned Monday to explore a bid for mayor. His and other members’ impending vacancies need to be taken seriously.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Dr. Mehmet Oz agrees to five U.S. Senate debates in the coming weeks

It is unclear whether Oz’s opponent, John Fetterman, will face him on the debate stage.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

PA farmers slam Dr. Oz for cashing in on a major tax credit designed for farm and forestland

Oz bought a $3.1 million farmhouse in Montgomery County weeks after launching his Senate campaign in 2021.

News & Politics

Politics

John Fetterman and Mehmet Oz appear to be at odds over Inflation Reduction Act

Democrats’ climate and inflation reduction package draws a mixed response from Senate hopefuls.

News & Politics

Politics

PA pols react to Senate passing sweeping health care, climate and deficit-reduction bill

The estimated $740 billion package passed Sunday looks to tackle drug costs, greenhouse gas emissions and more.

News & Politics

Politics

Who’s running for Congress in Pennsylvania in 2022? A City & State guide.

All of Pennsylvania’s congressional seats are up for grabs this fall.

Interviews & Profiles

Personality

A Q&A with Doug Mastriano’s running mate Carrie Lewis DelRosso

The GOP nominee for lieutenant governor talks with City & State about her first bid for statewide office.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Josh Shapiro outlines his plans for Pennsylvania’s economic future

The Democratic nominee for governor is promising to cut business taxes and increase use of renewable energy.

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

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