Tag: Harrisburg
Upgrades to Pa. governor’s mansion bankrolled by private group that won’t disclose donors, full cost
A NYC design firm has been hired to refurbish public areas of the residence, but no one will say who is managing the project, raising money for it, or who is paying for it.
4 weeks ago
Pennsylvania Capitol protest against state investing in Israel bonds ends with arrests
The event was organized by Jewish Voice for Peace, the Philly Palestine Coalition and the Pennsylvania Council on American-Islamic Relations.
2 months ago
A long budget impasse and partisan standoffs dominated the Pa. legislature in 2023
In 2023, the General Assembly got off to a slow start, weathered a long budget impasse, and saw deep partisan divides. They say 2024 may improve.
4 months ago
Pennsylvania lawmakers chip away at stalemate, pass bill to boost hospital and ambulance subsidies
Shapiro's office said he would sign the bill to deliver “critical funding” for emergency management services, hospitals, and nursing homes.
6 months ago
Control of the Pa. House will again hinge on result of a special election
A win for Connolly Autenreith would give the House back to Republicans, and the party would control both the House and the Senate.
7 months ago
Pennsylvania removes email database of public employees
The public can no longer use an online search of public employee emails after the state removed it due to security concerns.
8 months ago
Why some of Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro’s cabinet picks still have ‘acting’ next to their title
Gov. Josh Shapiro’s pick for Pennsylvania health secretary didn’t have the vote to be confirmed by the state Senate, but she’s still leading the agency.
8 months ago
3 passengers dead after charter bus crashes in Pennsylvania, state police say
The bus flipped on its side after colliding with another vehicle on I-81.
9 months ago
How Harrisburg Works: New caucuses, special election season, and the death of a bill
State House lawmakers have formed a new Jewish caucus. One of the first acts of business: rejecting Doug Mastriano.
11 months ago
Back in hoodies and gym shorts, Fetterman tackles Senate life after depression treatment
People close to Fetterman say his relaxed, comfortable style is a sign that the senator is making a robust recovery after six weeks of inpatient treatment for depression.
11 months ago
Democrat Heather Boyd defeats Republican Katie Ford in Delco special election
With a crucial win in Pennsylvania’s 163rd state House district, Democrats retain control over the chamber.
11 months ago
Thousands of homeowners remain at risk as mortgage relief delays continue
The state agency overseeing Pennsylvania’s troubled mortgage relief program has leveled a slew of new accusations as thousands of homeowners remain stuck in limbo.
1 year ago
The Pa. House is getting ready to consider critical chamber rules. Here’s what you need to know
Pennsylvania House Speaker Mark Rozzi (D., Berks) says he will introduce chamber rules this week that would give Republicans more power to set the legislative agenda.
1 year ago
Split Pennsylvania House set for raucous return next week
Pennsylvania's top House Republican on Wednesday warned of chaos when legislators reconvene next week.
1 year ago
Democrats win control of Pennsylvania House, end GOP rule
Democrats won all three vacant Pittsburgh-area House seats to claim a slim edge over Republicans, finally securing a majority they first appeared to have won in November.
1 year ago