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Philly Mayor Parker unveils plans, legislative package for proposed 76ers arena complex
The mayor held her second town hall in a week to provide further details about how the city is approaching the next steps in redeveloping the swath of real estate that cuts across the Market East and Chinatown neighborhoods.
Campaigns & Elections
Harris outlines vision for the ‘opportunity economy’ in Pittsburgh
The vice president looked to draw a contrast between herself and former President Donald Trump.
Transportation
Philly Mayor Parker, feds mark landmark bridge reopening
The Montgomery Avenue Bridge is the first project to be completed using Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds
Philadelphia
76ers arena plan OK’d by Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker despite opposition
The Sixers’s 76 Place proposal has drawn both excitement and criticism since its unveiling in 2022
Events
Energizing the economy
PA leaders convene in Harrisburg for CSPA summit focused on economy, workforce issues
Health Care
At Philly Y, Lt. Gov. Austin Davis, Early Learning Investment Commission, spotlight child care barriers in PA
Advocates said accessibility, affordability and quality are the three barriers to care most families face
Housing
County officials, housing advocates upset by popular home repair program’s omission from state budget
The Whole-Home Repairs program was a budget omission after originally passing as bipartisan legislation
Philadelphia
Philly’s IT department fires long-tenured staff amid high-level shakeup
At least four top-level positions were eliminated in a restructuring following the appointment of new CIO Melissa Scott.
Technology
What contenders in the $500M Tech Hubs race can learn from the past
Philadelphia is one of the contenders for federal advanced technology investment. A decade ago, a similar program had “no measurable benefit.”
Events
‘We can move the needle’: Leaders converge in Harrisburg for 2024 PA Energy Summit
Lawmakers, labor leaders and energy industry stakeholders met for the half-day conference.
Philadelphia
Gov. Shapiro touts $50M proposal for home repairs program in Philadelphia
Lawmakers said demand for the Whole-Home Repairs Program far outweighs current funding
Energy
Microgrids bringing maximum impact to PA’s energy landscape
Localized distributed energy systems are helping protect Pennsylvanians against power outages and high energy costs.
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Capitol Beat
Five for Friday: Breaking down the RGGI rulings and what they mean
How this week’s rulings against the greenhouse gas initiative will impact the commonwealth.
Special Reports
A Q&A with state Sen. Tracy Pennycuick
The Communications & Technology Committee chair speaks about the future of AI in the government space
Special Reports
Bob Casey talks ‘robot bosses’ and the need to regulate AI
Pennsylvania’s senior senator discusses the challenges posed by artificial intelligence and who should be responsible for regulating it.
News & Politics
Five For Friday: PA leaders react to Biden’s hydrogen hub announcement
Politicos, policymakers and other parties weigh in on the alternative energy investment
Transportation
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
Economic Development
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
Interviews & Profiles
Q&A with PPA Executive Director Rich Lazer
The executive director of the Philadelphia Parking Authority talks about workforce issues and fixing the agency’s reputation
Capitol Beat
Q&A with PA Chief Transformation and Opportunity Officer Ben Kirshner
The head of the state’s newest office speaks on efforts to bring businesses to the commonwealth
