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Trump, McCormick unveil $90B AI and energy investment pledge for Pennsylvania

President Trump and Sen. Dave McCormick unveiled a $90 billion private-sector pledge to transform Pennsylvania into a national hub for …

PA lawmakers propose eliminating school property taxes — without another funding plan

A proposed constitutional amendment to prohibit school property taxes draws support for tax relief and criticism over its risks to …

With state budget delayed, SEPTA cuts could impact Philadelphia students

Pennsylvania’s state budget is now more than three weeks overdue, with no clear timeline for when lawmakers will reach a …

Pennsylvania’s fastest-growing political group can’t vote in primaries

Independents now total more than 1.4 million voters, a steadily increasing number as registered Democrats and Republicans decline.

The 'Angel of the Desert,' Stacy Garrity, potentially eyes the Governor's mansion

How Stacy Garrity became Pennsylvania's most formidable GOP Challenger to Josh Shapiro — And why labor unions are panicking

Lawmaker wants PA to reinstate motorcycle helmet requirements

Pennsylvania repealed its helmet requirement in 2003 after 35 years, in response to pressure from motorcycle riders groups who said …

Dugan to face Krasner in a rematch for Philly DA seat

Dugan will appear on the ballots as a Republican thanks to write-in voters in May.

Shapiro presses lawmakers to act, Pennsylvania House approves new transit funding bill

With the first day of school approaching, state lawmakers remain deadlocked on transportation funding — leaving Philadelphia students and other …

Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity launches 2026 gubernatorial bid against popular incumbent Josh Shapiro

Stacy Garrity, Pennsylvania’s two-term treasurer and decorated Army colonel, announced her Republican candidacy to challenge Gov. Josh Shapiro—setting up a …

Shapiro under fire for promoting partisan voter registration site mimicking state portal

Gov. Josh Shapiro is facing backlash for backing a partisan voter registration site that resembles Pennsylvania’s official election page and …