With the 2022 Pennsylvania election less than two months away, the state is recruiting people to set up polling places, assist voters, and more on Election Day.
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Pa. election 2022: A basic guide to vetting candidates for U.S. Senate, governor, and more
Want to learn more about Pennsylvania’s 2022 election candidates? Learn how to research who is on your ballot, their stances, and who is funding their campaigns.
These Pa. voters haven’t missed a single November election for at least 50 years
Ahead of Pennsylvania’s 2022 election, Spotlight PA spoke to members of the state’s Voter Hall of Fame — people who haven’t missed a single November contest for 50 consecutive cycles.
A complete guide to Spotlight PA’s investigations of Pennsylvania’s flawed medical marijuana program
State lawmakers approved a one-time bonus to this year’s rebates but repeatedly failed to address a deeper problem: the program’s steady decline.
Thousands of older Pennsylvanians at risk of losing property tax rebates because of legislative inaction
State lawmakers approved a one-time bonus to this year’s rebates but repeatedly failed to address a deeper problem: the program’s steady decline.
An attempt to deter more student high-rises in State College raises larger debate about the future of downtown
A proposed zoning change has forced officials and the community to grapple with competing visions of an ideal downtown versus what the market would support.
Skill games company woos Pa. lawmakers with trips to wild Wyoming rodeo
In the ongoing war of cash and influence between skill game operators and casinos, state lawmakers and their campaign coffers are benefitting handsomely.
Efforts to ban, restrict LGBTQ curriculum in Pa. schools hinge on who becomes the next governor
Educators fear a Florida-like proposed ban on elementary school instruction about gender identity and sexual orientation will teach children that being part of the LGBTQ community is wrong.
Pa. law protects workers who are approved for medical marijuana — but once they use it, it’s a different story
Fired workers and frustrated employers are facing off in court battles over Pennsylvania’s vague safeguards for marijuana patients, and those on both sides are asking for a legislative fix.
Pa. election 2022: Where governor candidates Mastriano, Shapiro stand on LGBTQ rights
The top two candidates for Pennsylvania governor have extremely different views on LGBTQ discrimination protections, inclusive curriculum, and same-sex marriage.
Pa. election 2022: Your complete guide to the candidates for governor
The 2022 election for governor in Pennsylvania could dramatically change the course of the state. Here’s what you need to know to make an informed vote.
You’re invited! Pennsylvania’s top election official answers your voting, Nov. 8 questions live
Join Spotlight PA Sept. 29 for a in-depth interview with Acting Secretary of State Leigh Chapman that will cover Pennsylvania’s 2022 election, voting, how to get involved, and more.
How Harrisburg Works: The rules for Pa. lawmaker per diems, speaker v. leader, and other Q&As
Spotlight PA’s Stephen Caruso wants to help you understand how the sausage really gets made, how your tax dollars are spent, and how Harrisburg works (or doesn’t).
New maps will help decide where up to $1 billion in federal money goes for Pa. broadband expansion
State and local officials are racing to make their own maps of broadband gaps in Pennsylvania, a process that will help dictate which areas in the state get priority access to funding.
Pa. lawmakers spent at least $3 million on private lawyers, experts during redistricting battle, invoices show
The new districts have the potential to change the balance of power in both Harrisburg and Washington, so it’s not surprising that legal action played a major role during the process.