Spotlight PA

Key federal Medicaid changes will roll out next year, meaning Pennsylvania’s governor will play a crucial role in how they’re implemented or challenged.

The new order isn’t a moratorium, but it does make it much harder for developers to build data centers without following strict standards.

Growers say the federal overhaul is too restrictive and would kill business for even non-intoxicating products.

Following a 2023 court ruling that found Pennsylvania’s school funding system unconstitutional, the state continues rolling out adequacy funding, with Lebanon County districts receiving allocations ranging from $50,000 to over $6.3 million.

While the 911 surcharge increased in 2023, local officials and the state county association say it still needs to be higher.

The plan also preserves the state’s nearly $8 billion rainy day fund by using off-budget “special” funds and accounting maneuvers.

Spotlight PA talked to a resident and a worker about how to spend a day in Mount Greta. The bucolic borough boasts hiking and bike trails, arts programming, and beloved ice cream.

At the annual Pennsylvania Gourd Society Art Show and Festival, enthusiasts and professionals gather to share their work, trade know-how, and celebrate the plant’s variety.

The park will have been in operation for 100 years on July 4, and has managed to remain consistent as it’s grown into a full-on resort. Nine members of the family that founded it still work there.

At least two of the lawmakers named as victims in the case said they only found out about the threats on Tuesday.

Ali Perrotto of SARCC told Spotlight PA that the organization may not be able to maintain services as funding cuts and budget delays compound.

Opponents argue the tax break is a costly giveaway to an industry dominated by some of the country’s largest and most profitable corporations.

Pennsylvania Democratic lawmakers say it’s time for Senate Republicans to act, but a key GOP lawmaker says his caucus is “very divided” on the issue.

The Shapiros say they’re being harassed, while their neighbors allege the governor abused his power.