Spotlight PA

Data released this week by the U.S. Census Bureau reveals that Pennsylvania’s population grew by 2.4% between 2010 and 2020.

Because of census data delays, lawmakers have only a few months to create final congressional and legislative maps in time for the spring 2022 primary.

Following reporting by The Caucus and Spotlight PA, the Pennsylvania Senate said it will post expenses online, though it’s unclear in what format.

Nearly 64% of Pennsylvania adults are fully vaccinated, a small increase compared to July and a worrying plateau as the delta variant surges across the country.

Pennsylvania approved opioid use disorder as a condition that qualifies a person for medical marijuana in 2018, but experts are still conflicted about its use as an addiction treatment.

Per diems allow legislators to collect flat-rate payments intended for food and lodging without turning over any receipts. They were front and center in the charges against Margo Davidson.

The change impacts people who need addiction treatment and use medical marijuana for a substance use or mental health disorder.

Advocates hope the ruling will prompt other counties to issue similar orders, guaranteeing that tenants won’t lose their homes while waiting for help.

Many emergency requests were straightforward, some led to scrutiny from Republican lawmakers, and others were downright curious.

As local governments and nonprofits race to distribute $870 million in federal funding for rent and utility relief, just 17% of that money has reached desperate tenants.

Thousands of Pennsylvanians may soon risk losing their homes as counties across the state remain backlogged with applications for rental assistance.