Keystone State Watch

Pennsylvania's new proactive enforcement targets wage theft hitting 40% of complaints from home care workers.

• Caregivers lose pay on overtime,...

• Rep. Nikil Saval (D-Philadelphia) will introduce legislation creating an Office of Healthcare to administer single-payer coverage for all residents...

Pennsylvania's teacher shortage persists as new certifications fail to match demand or replace departures.

• Certification decline: Luzerne saw a 33%...

Pennsylvania confirmed 577 measles cases across 37 counties in 2026.

Two infant deaths initially labeled measles-related by Gov. Shapiro drew...

• For-profits have sharply retreated, with four of 22 U.S. hospital closures in 2025 occurring in Pennsylvania and more than half the state's...

Pennsylvania's $15 million fine against Shell for repeated air violations at its Monaca plastics plant marks the state's largest such penalty,...

Pennsylvania's post-office benefits for governors spark questions about taxpayer costs and long-term accountability.

Key perks and costs:

• Legal...

Federal changes are hitting Pennsylvania households hard through faster-than-expected SNAP losses and limited school meal investments.

• SNAP...

Pennsylvania's data center boom reveals clear winners and losers amid tax breaks, grid costs, and regulatory fights.

• Big Tech developers gain from...

Three local legislators shared candid takes on Harrisburg's agenda and its local ripple effects at a Johnstown chamber event.

• Budget trade-offs:...

York County libraries rely on nonprofits for most public dollars, yet local taxes cover under one-third of budgets and remain vulnerable to cuts each...

Pennsylvania Republicans are openly tempering expectations for state Treasurer Stacy Garrity’s 2026 bid against Gov. Josh Shapiro.

• Fundraising...

Veterans’ posts across Pennsylvania risk losing vital revenue after the Supreme Court ruled skill games illegal, prompting VFW leaders to urge...

Pennsylvania's electric grid needs simultaneous fixes for energy supply shortages and rising digital attacks to keep costs down and lights on.
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MVEDP posted record attendance and sponsorships at its annual dinner while adding 46 new chamber members across sectors.

• Nine networking events...

Nearly 19,000 Lyme cases were reported in Pennsylvania in 2025, driving state policy responses.

• New legislation: Rep. Catherine Wallen will...

Pennsylvania utility executives warned lawmakers that hackers are targeting the power grid with growing intensity. FirstEnergy blocks tens of...

Senator Robinson's weekly update highlights four key events across the 37th District this week:

• Pittsburgh Labor Day Parade: Monday, Sept. 7 at 10...

Penn State's library guide offers a practical starting point for Pennsylvania case law and court research.

• Start with the Unified Judicial System...

Pennsylvania's state budget is six days overdue as Senate Republicans prioritize summer vacations over passing a plan, leaving schools and communities...