Pennsylvania PoliticsCould the Philly region become the ‘eds, meds, and defense industrial base’ region? As President Trump looks to increase defense spending, Philly-area universities are “in a great spot to leverage the opportunities,” one industry expert said.Susan Snyder John Fetterman asks DHS to halt development of ICE detention centers in Pennsylvania, saying they will burden local communitiesBrett Sholtis an hour agoAfter Trump shared a racist video about the Obamas, Pa. lawmakers of both parties condemn the post: ‘Absolutely unacceptable.’Fallon Roth Shapiro blasts Trump for racist video of the Obamas and ICE’s ‘secretive’ warehouse purchase in Berks CountyAlfred Lubrano Sandra Schultz Newman, the first woman elected to the Pa. Supreme Court, has died at 87 Gary Miles AdvertisementBrian Fitzpatrick has more cash on hand than any other swing district Republican incumbent in the countryDemocrat Bob Harvie has name recognition in Bucks County, but will it matter when Republican Brian Fitzpatrick has nearly 20 times more cash?Aliya Schneider and Fallon Roth After a historic win, Joi Washington settles into life as Media’s mayorWhen Bob McMahon, Media’s mayor of 33 years, decided to retire last year, Washington stepped up to run. Denali Sagner Democratic campaign manager charged in Chester County for allegedly filing fake signatures in 2024 primary raceMariel Kornblith-Martin has been charged with filing fraudulent petitions for Lehigh County Controller Mark Pinsley's unsuccessful campaign for auditor general in 2024.Gillian McGoldrick and Aliya Schneider Chester County commissioners present poll book investigation to votersAfter an error that left thousands of unaffiliated and third-party voters off the poll books in November, Chester County publicly presented the findings of an investigation.Brooke Schultz Pa. officials push back as Trump targets Philly in call to nationalize elections ahead of 2026 midterms“The federal government should get involved." Trump said as he continues to push false claims about his loss in the 2020 election. Katie Bernard and Rob Tornoe Local businessman and ‘Task’ stuntman is appointed to Kennett Square councilMichael Bertrando, the sandwich-maker and HBO actor, is appointed to a term ending in December 2027.Brooke Schultz Gov. Josh Shapiro says he’ll prevent data center developers from ‘saddling’ Pennsylvanians with higher energy costsPennsylvania and New Jersey lawmakers have other ideas on how to keep residents from subsidizing power-hungry data centers, proposed across the region from East Vincent Township to Vineland.Erin McCarthy The U.S. House passed a bill to end the government shutdown. How did your local representative vote?In a narrow vote, that saw defections on both sides, the House voted to fund the government. Pa. lawmakers largely stuck to party lines.Fallon Roth and Sam Morris Gov. Josh Shapiro proposes $53.2 billion state budget focusing on affordability, development, and raising Pennsylvania’s minimum wageShapiro’s pitch is likely to set him up for another budget fight with Senate Republicans, who control the chamber and have promised fiscal restraint as their top priority.Gillian McGoldrick, Katie Bernard, Frank Kummer, and Michaelle Bond Shapiro budget address: $53.2 billion spending plan includes $1 billion for housing and infrastructure, raising Pa. minimum wage to $15 an hourPennsylvania's budget deal last year was reached after a four-month stalemate. There's reason to believe this year's could be resolved faster.Nick Vadala, Gillian McGoldrick, Katie Bernard, Thomas Fitzgerald, Maddie Hanna, Frank Kummer, Michaelle Bond, and Ariana Perez-Castells Housing, affordability, and new revenue: What to watch for in Gov. Josh Shapiro’s state budget addressShapiro is expected to pitch a $53.2 billion budget on Tuesday during his fourth annual budget address that adds a new focus on affordability and while proposing old ideas he hasn’t achieved yet.Gillian McGoldrick Janelle Stelson almost beat Scott Perry in 2024. She keeps outraising him as she prepares for a rematch.Democrat Janelle Stelson is raking in cash as she heads into a rematch with incumbent Republican Scott Perry in a Pa. swing district that could determine control of the House. Aliya Schneider Josh Shapiro is increasingly critical of ICE in Minneapolis. Some point out he still cooperates with the agency.Josh Shapiro repeatedly spoke out about ICE during his national book tour, but he's facing pressure to do more in Pennsylvania on the issue. Katie Bernard and Gillian McGoldrick Self-funding physicians, candidates trying to keep up, and a frontrunner: Inside the money race for a Philly congressional seatPhysicians Ala Stanford and Dave Oxman touted impressive fundraising hauls heading into 2026. But much of their campaign money came from their own pockets.Sean Collins Walsh and Anna Orso Philly DA Larry Krasner says ‘don’t be a wimp’ after Gov. Josh Shapiro decried his comparison of ICE agents to NazisGov. Josh Shapiro called District Attorney Larry Krasner's comparison of ICE agents to Nazis "abhorrent." Krasner responded that Shapiro is "not meeting the moment."Anna Orso See more storiesAdvertisement
Could the Philly region become the ‘eds, meds, and defense industrial base’ region? As President Trump looks to increase defense spending, Philly-area universities are “in a great spot to leverage the opportunities,” one industry expert said.Susan Snyder
Could the Philly region become the ‘eds, meds, and defense industrial base’ region? As President Trump looks to increase defense spending, Philly-area universities are “in a great spot to leverage the opportunities,” one industry expert said.Susan Snyder
John Fetterman asks DHS to halt development of ICE detention centers in Pennsylvania, saying they will burden local communitiesBrett Sholtis an hour ago
John Fetterman asks DHS to halt development of ICE detention centers in Pennsylvania, saying they will burden local communitiesBrett Sholtis an hour ago
After Trump shared a racist video about the Obamas, Pa. lawmakers of both parties condemn the post: ‘Absolutely unacceptable.’Fallon Roth
After Trump shared a racist video about the Obamas, Pa. lawmakers of both parties condemn the post: ‘Absolutely unacceptable.’Fallon Roth
Shapiro blasts Trump for racist video of the Obamas and ICE’s ‘secretive’ warehouse purchase in Berks CountyAlfred Lubrano
Shapiro blasts Trump for racist video of the Obamas and ICE’s ‘secretive’ warehouse purchase in Berks CountyAlfred Lubrano
Brian Fitzpatrick has more cash on hand than any other swing district Republican incumbent in the countryDemocrat Bob Harvie has name recognition in Bucks County, but will it matter when Republican Brian Fitzpatrick has nearly 20 times more cash?Aliya Schneider and Fallon Roth
Brian Fitzpatrick has more cash on hand than any other swing district Republican incumbent in the countryDemocrat Bob Harvie has name recognition in Bucks County, but will it matter when Republican Brian Fitzpatrick has nearly 20 times more cash?Aliya Schneider and Fallon Roth
After a historic win, Joi Washington settles into life as Media’s mayorWhen Bob McMahon, Media’s mayor of 33 years, decided to retire last year, Washington stepped up to run. Denali Sagner
After a historic win, Joi Washington settles into life as Media’s mayorWhen Bob McMahon, Media’s mayor of 33 years, decided to retire last year, Washington stepped up to run. Denali Sagner
Democratic campaign manager charged in Chester County for allegedly filing fake signatures in 2024 primary raceMariel Kornblith-Martin has been charged with filing fraudulent petitions for Lehigh County Controller Mark Pinsley's unsuccessful campaign for auditor general in 2024.Gillian McGoldrick and Aliya Schneider
Democratic campaign manager charged in Chester County for allegedly filing fake signatures in 2024 primary raceMariel Kornblith-Martin has been charged with filing fraudulent petitions for Lehigh County Controller Mark Pinsley's unsuccessful campaign for auditor general in 2024.Gillian McGoldrick and Aliya Schneider
Chester County commissioners present poll book investigation to votersAfter an error that left thousands of unaffiliated and third-party voters off the poll books in November, Chester County publicly presented the findings of an investigation.Brooke Schultz
Chester County commissioners present poll book investigation to votersAfter an error that left thousands of unaffiliated and third-party voters off the poll books in November, Chester County publicly presented the findings of an investigation.Brooke Schultz
Pa. officials push back as Trump targets Philly in call to nationalize elections ahead of 2026 midterms“The federal government should get involved." Trump said as he continues to push false claims about his loss in the 2020 election. Katie Bernard and Rob Tornoe
Pa. officials push back as Trump targets Philly in call to nationalize elections ahead of 2026 midterms“The federal government should get involved." Trump said as he continues to push false claims about his loss in the 2020 election. Katie Bernard and Rob Tornoe
Local businessman and ‘Task’ stuntman is appointed to Kennett Square councilMichael Bertrando, the sandwich-maker and HBO actor, is appointed to a term ending in December 2027.Brooke Schultz
Local businessman and ‘Task’ stuntman is appointed to Kennett Square councilMichael Bertrando, the sandwich-maker and HBO actor, is appointed to a term ending in December 2027.Brooke Schultz
Gov. Josh Shapiro says he’ll prevent data center developers from ‘saddling’ Pennsylvanians with higher energy costsPennsylvania and New Jersey lawmakers have other ideas on how to keep residents from subsidizing power-hungry data centers, proposed across the region from East Vincent Township to Vineland.Erin McCarthy
Gov. Josh Shapiro says he’ll prevent data center developers from ‘saddling’ Pennsylvanians with higher energy costsPennsylvania and New Jersey lawmakers have other ideas on how to keep residents from subsidizing power-hungry data centers, proposed across the region from East Vincent Township to Vineland.Erin McCarthy
The U.S. House passed a bill to end the government shutdown. How did your local representative vote?In a narrow vote, that saw defections on both sides, the House voted to fund the government. Pa. lawmakers largely stuck to party lines.Fallon Roth and Sam Morris
The U.S. House passed a bill to end the government shutdown. How did your local representative vote?In a narrow vote, that saw defections on both sides, the House voted to fund the government. Pa. lawmakers largely stuck to party lines.Fallon Roth and Sam Morris
Gov. Josh Shapiro proposes $53.2 billion state budget focusing on affordability, development, and raising Pennsylvania’s minimum wageShapiro’s pitch is likely to set him up for another budget fight with Senate Republicans, who control the chamber and have promised fiscal restraint as their top priority.Gillian McGoldrick, Katie Bernard, Frank Kummer, and Michaelle Bond
Gov. Josh Shapiro proposes $53.2 billion state budget focusing on affordability, development, and raising Pennsylvania’s minimum wageShapiro’s pitch is likely to set him up for another budget fight with Senate Republicans, who control the chamber and have promised fiscal restraint as their top priority.Gillian McGoldrick, Katie Bernard, Frank Kummer, and Michaelle Bond
Shapiro budget address: $53.2 billion spending plan includes $1 billion for housing and infrastructure, raising Pa. minimum wage to $15 an hourPennsylvania's budget deal last year was reached after a four-month stalemate. There's reason to believe this year's could be resolved faster.Nick Vadala, Gillian McGoldrick, Katie Bernard, Thomas Fitzgerald, Maddie Hanna, Frank Kummer, Michaelle Bond, and Ariana Perez-Castells
Shapiro budget address: $53.2 billion spending plan includes $1 billion for housing and infrastructure, raising Pa. minimum wage to $15 an hourPennsylvania's budget deal last year was reached after a four-month stalemate. There's reason to believe this year's could be resolved faster.Nick Vadala, Gillian McGoldrick, Katie Bernard, Thomas Fitzgerald, Maddie Hanna, Frank Kummer, Michaelle Bond, and Ariana Perez-Castells
Housing, affordability, and new revenue: What to watch for in Gov. Josh Shapiro’s state budget addressShapiro is expected to pitch a $53.2 billion budget on Tuesday during his fourth annual budget address that adds a new focus on affordability and while proposing old ideas he hasn’t achieved yet.Gillian McGoldrick
Housing, affordability, and new revenue: What to watch for in Gov. Josh Shapiro’s state budget addressShapiro is expected to pitch a $53.2 billion budget on Tuesday during his fourth annual budget address that adds a new focus on affordability and while proposing old ideas he hasn’t achieved yet.Gillian McGoldrick
Janelle Stelson almost beat Scott Perry in 2024. She keeps outraising him as she prepares for a rematch.Democrat Janelle Stelson is raking in cash as she heads into a rematch with incumbent Republican Scott Perry in a Pa. swing district that could determine control of the House. Aliya Schneider
Janelle Stelson almost beat Scott Perry in 2024. She keeps outraising him as she prepares for a rematch.Democrat Janelle Stelson is raking in cash as she heads into a rematch with incumbent Republican Scott Perry in a Pa. swing district that could determine control of the House. Aliya Schneider
Josh Shapiro is increasingly critical of ICE in Minneapolis. Some point out he still cooperates with the agency.Josh Shapiro repeatedly spoke out about ICE during his national book tour, but he's facing pressure to do more in Pennsylvania on the issue. Katie Bernard and Gillian McGoldrick
Josh Shapiro is increasingly critical of ICE in Minneapolis. Some point out he still cooperates with the agency.Josh Shapiro repeatedly spoke out about ICE during his national book tour, but he's facing pressure to do more in Pennsylvania on the issue. Katie Bernard and Gillian McGoldrick
Self-funding physicians, candidates trying to keep up, and a frontrunner: Inside the money race for a Philly congressional seatPhysicians Ala Stanford and Dave Oxman touted impressive fundraising hauls heading into 2026. But much of their campaign money came from their own pockets.Sean Collins Walsh and Anna Orso
Self-funding physicians, candidates trying to keep up, and a frontrunner: Inside the money race for a Philly congressional seatPhysicians Ala Stanford and Dave Oxman touted impressive fundraising hauls heading into 2026. But much of their campaign money came from their own pockets.Sean Collins Walsh and Anna Orso
Philly DA Larry Krasner says ‘don’t be a wimp’ after Gov. Josh Shapiro decried his comparison of ICE agents to NazisGov. Josh Shapiro called District Attorney Larry Krasner's comparison of ICE agents to Nazis "abhorrent." Krasner responded that Shapiro is "not meeting the moment."Anna Orso
Philly DA Larry Krasner says ‘don’t be a wimp’ after Gov. Josh Shapiro decried his comparison of ICE agents to NazisGov. Josh Shapiro called District Attorney Larry Krasner's comparison of ICE agents to Nazis "abhorrent." Krasner responded that Shapiro is "not meeting the moment."Anna Orso
