Stephen Caruso of Spotlight PA
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Just two of the 10 previous sessions — a span of 20 years — saw more special elections than this one. -
Despite partisan challenges, lawmakers managed to pass some notable bills in 2023 and 2024 including a major education boost. -
The law was designed to make it easier for utility companies to reclaim unpaid bills while increasing consumer protections. Advocates say it’s not strong enough. -
Shapiro’s announcement came less than two weeks before SEPTA planned to follow through on fare hikes. -
Amid a red wave, a Pa. Democrat held his House seat in a Trump stronghold, and helped his party keep the chamber. -
The Pennsylvania House will remain under Democratic control in 2025 as the party held on to all 102 of its seats — including one in Trump country. -
Democrats are trying to hold onto seats in Trump country and northeast Philadelphia to maintain control of the Pennsylvania House. -
An analysis by Spotlight PA found the average spending on a competitive state House or Senate race was over $1.1 and $3.5 million, respectively. -
One law mandates the creation of a postpartum depression awareness campaign. The other allows Medicaid reimbursement for doulas. -
Pennsylvania’s next attorney general will have discretion over prosecuting drug cases and suing big drug companies. Here’s where Democrat Eugene DePasquale and Republican Dave Sunday stand.
