Trump Administration Pauses Major East Coast Offshore Wind Projects

The moves are part of the administration’s continued attacks against the renewable energy source, which have spilled into courts.

Three US House Republicans From Pa. Join Dems To Force Vote On Extension Of Health Care Subsidies

Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, Rob Bresnahan and Ryan Mackenzie helped deliver the remaining signatures to get to 218.

Pennsylvania Nuns, Sisters Bring ‘Moral Authority…in Spades' To Anti-ICE Actions

Women who’ve taken vows in Catholic religious life are a force in supporting and defending immigrant communities.

Three Allegheny County Police Departments Walk Back ICE Partnerships

Stowe and Munhall reversed course after a Public Source inquiry, while a Springdale official claimed no knowledge.

Rising Electric Bills Lead To State Scrutiny — But Little Relief For Residents

Between January and September of this year, average home electricity rates increased 11.7% — more than triple the rate of inflation.

Voting By Mail Faces Uncertain Moment Ahead Of Midterm Elections

The U.S. Supreme Court in November agreed to take a case that could end ballot grace periods nationwide.

Utility Regulators Vote To Investigate Pa. American Water's Proposed Rate Increase

Pennsylvania American Water Co. (PAWC) filed the rate request last month, citing $1.2 billion in ongoing system improvements.

‘Prepared To Marshal Every Resource': Sen. Malone Launches Reelection, Dems Eye A Pa. Senate Flip

On Monday evening, Malone (D-Lancaster) officially launched his reelection campaign at Lancaster Distilleries in Columbia Borough.

Chesapeake Bay Leaders Set New Cleanup Goal For 2040

Conditions in the bay and its tributaries have not improved markedly, as states dealt with increasing development and climate change.

Analysis By Group That Advocates For Tougher Gun Laws Shows Dealers Are Major Source Of Trafficked Firearms

Gun trafficking involves diverting guns from legal commerce into the illegal market, often through straw purchases.

Why Marbles, Playing Cards, And Ping Pong Balls Decide So Many Local Pennsylvania Races

Tie elections happen frequently in low-profile races. Some say reform is needed.

2 Tax Credits Emerge From PA Budget Crisis

The state's controversial exit from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative enabled the credits, which critics have pilloried as ineffective.

Pa. Supreme Court Eases 24-Hour Notice Rule For Local Officials, Angering Transparency Advocates

The ruling turned on a single word: “or.”

Why ‘Clearance Rates' Don't Tell The Whole Story About Solving Crimes

The figures can be confusing — and in some cases misleading.

Trio Of Illnesses, New Flu Mutation Concerns Experts: What To Know In PA

The symptoms for the new mutation come on suddenly, experts said. “It’s that hit-by-a-truck feeling."

Pa. Lawmakers Advance Bill Focused On Childhood Autonomy

Advocates previously testified about clients suffering severe ramifications from investigations prompted by relatively routine scenarios.

New PA Tax Rebate Mocked On Social Media: 'More Gaslighting'

"(The plan) is a slap in the face." An attempted victory lap by the Shapiro administration over their tax rebate was met with disbelief.

Chester County Accepts Most Provisional Ballots Cast After Election Day Pollbook Error

The county has hired an investigator to find out how third-party and independent voters were left off the list.

940K PA Residents Qualify For New Tax Credit: What To Know

A newly approved program will provide some $193 million in tax breaks to Pennsylvanians. Find out if you qualify:

Sen. Fetterman Hospitalized After Incident Near PA Home

The incident happened just days after he broke ranks with his fellow Democrats and voted on legislation that would reopen the government.

Accreditation Of Colleges, Once Low Key, Has Gotten Political

The accreditation process is critical to the survival of institutions of higher education.

57 PA Hospitals Get 'A' Grade For Safety, New Ranking Says: See Full List

Pennsylvania has some of the nation's top rated hospitals. But how safe are they? The latest ranking:

House Votes To End Shutdown: See How PA Delegation Voted

Ten Republicans representing Pennsylvania in Washington voted yes on a funding measure to reopen the government. Seven Democrats voted no.

Congress Pushes Hemp Crackdown After Pressure From States, Marijuana Industry

While states continue to expand access to legal marijuana, a separate market of hemp-derived intoxicants has blossomed.

Trump Change In Visa Fee Could Curb Hiring By Pitt, BNY, UPMC And Others

A new $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications may deter the hiring of international talent.

Energy Assistance Need ‘Tremendous', But Shutdown Halts Delivery Of Critical Funds

Nearly 338,000 Pennsylvanians had their utilities disconnected in the first nine months of 2025.

Lawmakers Move To End Shutdown: How PA Senators Voted

"It should’ve never come to this. This was a failure," Sen. John Fetterman said.

New Trump Administration Rule Would Override State Medical Debt Protections

More than a dozen states have taken steps to keep medical debt from hurting residents’ credit scores, passing laws with bipartisan support.

States, Donors And Schools Scramble To Keep Head Start Centers Open — For Now

Head Start programs, which serve more than 700,000 low-income children across the country, are almost entirely federally funded.

Shapiro Among Governors Whose States Rely On PJM Who Want Data Centers To Guarantee Their Own Power

The governors are exploring approval for data centers that agree to deliver dependable power to the grid as part of the connection process.

Losing SNAP Could Mean More Pregnancy Complications As Food Insecurity Grows

The SNAP program helped feed 42 million Americans in 22 million households in the 2025 fiscal year.

Pennsylvania Signs Onto Revised Chesapeake Bay Agreement As It Nears Final Passage

The commonwealth is one of several states that are not on track to meet its nutrient and sediment reduction goals as soon as this year.

PA SNAP Benefits Won't Go Out In November, Officials Confirm

The ongoing government shutdown is having a devastating impact on the area's most vulnerable residents.

California's ‘Last Resort' Property Insurer Seeks Rate Hike, Ringing National Alarm Bells

Fewer homeowners will be able to purchase private insurance in the future.

Trump Admin Resumes Some Student Loan Forgiveness: What To Know In PA

Borrowers in Pennsylvania have a staggering $67.4 billion in debt, according to recent statistics.

Daylight Saving Time Is About To End: What To Know In PA

Three Pennsylvania congressmen cosponsored a House bill that would make daylight saving time the new, permanent standard time.

More Than 90% Of Black People Polled Say Medicaid Is Crucial As Cuts Loom

The 10-state poll includes views from Pennsylvania.

Pa. Senate Passes Bill To Allow Pennsylvania Lottery Winners To Remain Anonymous

The State Senate bill would allow Pennsylvania lottery winners to remain anonymous when collecting a prize of $100,000 or more.

2025 PA Election Guide: What You Need To Know

Election Day is fast approaching in Pennsylvania.

Conowingo Dam Settlement Could Be A Model For Future Hydroelectric Relicensing

The deal includes direct investments in habitat restoration, trash and debris removal and other environmental priorities.