Politics & Policy
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Pa. GOP seeks to gain control of state’s highest court, where final decisions are made on voting and abortion
Republicans are looking to overturn the Democrats’ majority on the state Supreme Court in an unusually aggressive campaign.By Carmen Russell-Sluchansky/WHYY -
Matt Smith
Pa. primary election 2025: How to vote, where to vote, and everything you need to know for May 20
On May 20, Pennsylvanians will cast their votes in municipal races, and for judges on Commonwealth and Superior Courts.By Elizabeth Estrada of Spotlight PA -
PA House of Representative Democratic Caucus
Pa. House drops voter ID, passes sweeping election reforms
Republicans supported voter ID in committee, but not enough to muster a floor vote. -
Bill to sell legal marijuana through state stores rejected by GOP-led panel
A leading GOP supporter of legal marijuana said the proposal would shut out the private sector and create logistical challenges.By Kate Huangpu of Spotlight PA -
Matt Rourke
Pa. primary election 2025: What to know about this year’s judicial races, and who’s running
Here’s what to know about the candidates running for seats on the Commonwealth Court, the Superior Court and the state Supreme Court.By Carmen Russell-Sluchansky/WHYY -
Chris Knight
Pa. Rep. Lloyd Smucker leads budget hardliners in letter to GOP leaderships renewing call for spending cuts
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Pa. state senator wants to incentivize investment in Pa. steel with new bill
By Tom Riese/ WESA