A state House panel chose to approve blank placeholder legislation, which the ranking Democrat criticized as a “shell game” for Republicans to rush through a map later.
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Lack of telehealth law in Pennsylvania a major headache for patients who need it most
The state is one of only seven that do not require reimbursement for virtual visits, meaning patients must deal with uneven insurance coverage and some medical providers who don’t want to bother.
See how the proposed Pennsylvania congressional map scores in every key area
The map’s lack of compact districts and its clear advantage for Republicans will likely be key sticking points as negotiations begin in the legislature and with Gov. Tom Wolf.
Investigations of Pennsylvania State Police troopers who injure, kill should be independent, panel says
The proposed reform comes amid increased scrutiny of the nearly unchecked power of local district attorneys in Pennsylvania to decide whether or not to bring charges against police officers.
District attorney consulted with Pennsylvania State Police before shooting, then ruled it justified
The case has become the impetus for sweeping new recommendations to reform who investigates state troopers when they injure or kill someone.
How to weigh in on Pennsylvania’s next congressional map
This year’s redistricting cycle has produced its first map, though it won’t be the last. Here’s how to get involved.
Proposed redrawing of Pennsylvania’s congressional map draws mixed reviews
The state House GOP selected a map submitted by a former Republican commissioner in Lehigh County that emphasizes equal population above all else.
Omicron variant detected in Pennsylvania. Here’s what you need to know.
At the moment, much of what we know about omicron — declared a “variant of concern” by the U.S. government — is preliminary and subject to change.
Renters in parts of Pa. shut out of rent relief as counties elsewhere sit on millions in unused aid
The inefficiency was caused by state lawmakers who chose to distribute most of the money by population rather than the actual number of renters in each county.
Vaunted Pennsylvania Society weekend loses luster among politicos
The annual gathering of Pennsylvania politicians, lobbyists, and business owners is losing its allure, watchdogs and some attendees say.
The Pennsylvania Wilds is known for quiet. Residents worry fighter jet training will disturb the silence.
The Maryland Air National Guard wants to conduct combat training flights just 100 feet from the ground, sparking concerns that noise could cause tourism to decline and impact wild elk and bald eagles.
Pennsylvania Latinos work to turn huge population gains into political muscle, but still face barriers
Advocates are turning to the redistricting process to secure political power, but legal and systemic roadblocks pose a significant challenge.
Pennsylvania’s child care and staffing crisis, by the numbers
A roughly $2 trillion social spending plan could transform the industry, but right now providers are struggling to attract and retain workers.
A staffing crisis at Pa. child care centers is upending family routines and slowing the economic recovery
The shortages, caused by low wages and razor-thin profit margins, have ripple effects that reach far beyond the classroom and affect everyone.
What you need to know about the killing of Christian Hall, 19, by Pennsylvania State Police
His parents are calling for a new investigation nearly a year after his death.