Public school advocates warn lawmakers: ‘Don’t stall;’ fix the broken system now

Following the major court ruling regarding the state’s school funding system, lawmakers have some complicated equations to solve.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• March 6, 2023

State officials ramp up scrutiny on Norfolk Southern’s handling of Ohio train derailment

Democrats and Republicans have called for the company to be held accountable for the incident.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• February 17, 2023

Josh Shapiro calls on General Assembly to abolish the death penalty

The governor said he would grant a reprieve to any capital punishment warrant that comes across his desk.

• By Harrison Cann
• February 16, 2023

From Walt Wit beer to Angus beef – here are Josh Shapiro and Jim Kenney’s major Super Bowl bets

Leaders from around Philadelphia and Kansas City are making friendly wagers ahead of the big game.

• By Harrison Cann
• February 10, 2023

Shapiro, citing the importance of public safety, stops by PEMA headquarters for first state agency visit

Randy Padfield, who has served as director of the agency since 2019, will remain in his post.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• January 18, 2023

As his first order of business, Shapiro undos college degree requirement for state jobs

The executive order – affecting 65,000 state jobs – came on the new governor’s first full day in office.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• January 18, 2023

Josh Shapiro is sworn in as Pennsylvania’s 48th governor

Shapiro promised to be ‘a governor for all Pennsylvanians.’

• By Justin Sweitzer
• January 17, 2023

Tracking the transition: Everyone named to Josh Shapiro's new team (thus far)

UPDATE for Thursday Feb. 2, 2023: Shapiro announces his picks for state inspector general and secretary of the Department of General Services.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• December 2, 2022

Shapiro begins gubernatorial transition

The Democratic governor-elect announced three transition appointments and shed light on his future as attorney general.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• November 16, 2022

Here’s what Doug Mastriano said – and didn’t say – in his concession speech

Mastriano wished Gov.-elect Josh Shapiro well and said the state is in need of election law changes.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• November 14, 2022

5 storylines to follow in the wake of Pennsylvania’s midterm elections

A recap of some of the major themes coming out of Election Day.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• November 9, 2022

What Pennsylvania polls show heading into Tuesday

Final polls show Shapiro running away in the governor’s race and Oz and Fetterman locked in a dead heat

• By Harrison Cann
• November 7, 2022

What is Gab? A look at the far-right social media platform backing Doug Mastriano

Gab has been called a haven for hate speech and white supremacists.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• August 2, 2022

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.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• July 25, 2022

Post-Roe Pennsylvania: How we got here and what could happen next

State political leaders are split over the impacts of the decision.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• June 24, 2022

Shapiro picks up big endorsement from statewide firefighters union

The Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association said Shapiro will stand up for union rights

• By Justin Sweitzer
• June 17, 2022

Shapiro doubles down on support for Davis after clash with Sims over TV ad

The Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor’s campaign says the ad is not misleading and shows his support for Shapiro.

• By Justin Sweitzer
• April 21, 2022

Shapiro unveils plan to cut cell phone tax, issue gas tax refunds

• By Justin Sweitzer
• March 17, 2022

Austin Davis scores endorsement from SEIU PA State Council

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• By Justin Sweitzer
• January 25, 2022

Pennsylvania AFL-CIO endorses Josh Shapiro for governor

• By Justin Sweitzer
• January 13, 2022