Spotlight PA

The Pennsylvania legislature is considering everything from expanding who can get medical marijuana to full legalization. Here’s what you need to know.

Democrats have won three special elections for Pennsylvania’s state House, which means they officially control the chamber after a month-long impasse with Republicans.

The Pennsylvania state House has been unable to function for a month. Three special elections this week could end the standoff, though big questions remain.

As the Pennsylvania state House remains deadlocked, members of the public told Speaker Mark Rozzi they want more bipartisan cooperation, open primaries, and less reliance on constitutional amendments.

Two days after critical special elections are held in Allegheny County, Spotlight PA will host a free event explaining how these contests work and why they matter.

Officials in Pennsylvania have temporarily halted applications for mortgage, utility, and tax relief as they make the transition.

The decision further undermines the effectiveness of a program once lauded as a national model and championed by Gov. Josh Shapiro when he was attorney general.

Pennsylvania municipalities that lack home rule charters are unable to increase a variety of taxes beyond limits set by a state law from the 1960s, according to a new report.

The Pennsylvania Homeowner Assistance Fund can help people who fell behind on mortgage and utility bills because of the pandemic — but be prepared for a monthslong wait.

With Pennsylvania’s state House likely deadlocked until next month, Republicans argue, Democrats wait, and constitutional amendments languish.

Backlogs and bottlenecks have dragged out wait times for a $350 million Pennsylvania mortgage relief program.

Light pollution is slowing encroaching on the Pennsylvania Wilds. Environmental groups and residents are suggesting regulations that protect night sky views and the commerce they bring.

Gov. Tom Wolf’s gift ban barred officials from accepting even water bottles. New Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro has announced new, more permissive rules.

Newly minted Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is stocking his executive staff of advisors, mediators, and policy experts with political veterans and loyal allies.

The proposed cabinet would assemble people from across the ideological spectrum who already have experience at top levels of government and public service.