Montco GOP May Face Messy Leadership Fight

Will there be a leadership fight when the organization meets in King of Prussia?

After Close Call At Christmas, Senators Discuss Strengthening PA Power Grid

Residents of Pennsylvania came close to facing rolling blackouts when winter storm Elliott hit the week of Christmas last year.

5 Proposed Laws That Could Change Everyday Life In PA

From legalizing recreational marijuana to a four day workweek, Harrisburg is mulling several pieces of consequential legislation.

4-Day Workweek Proposed In PA Amid Calls For Sweeping Change

Lawmakers are touting a landmark study on what a 32-hour week can do for companies, people, communities, and the planet.

DelVal's Rep. Joanna McClinton Elected House Speaker

On the last day of Black History Month, the Pennsylvania House elected its first woman and first Black woman speaker, Rep. Joanna McClinton.

Republicans Decry Lack Of Action On Alleged Democrat Sexual Harasser

Rep. Kristin Marcell and Rep. Martina White expressed their outrage that nothing has been done.

MARCELL: More Action Needed To Keep Capitol Safe From Accused Sexual Harasser

The House Democratic Caucus leaders are taking no action to publicly identify and hold accountable their fellow caucus member.

PA Sens. Casey, Fetterman Have TikTok Despite White House Ban

Concerns apparently haven’t reached the Pennsylvania congressional delegation where at least three members still have TikTok accounts.

PA Speaker Of The House Mark Rozzi Resigns, Joanna McClinton Elected

Rozzi, who originally said he would switch his allegiance from Democrat to Independent, will now back the original Democratic pick.

With PA Teacher Shortage Crisis At Tipping Point, State Takes Action

Pennsylvania is bleeding teachers, to the tune of a 65 percent decrease in new educators per year. A massive legislative package is coming.

Philly Officials Cook The Books To Hide Ugly Fiscal Truth, Watchdog Group Says

If you're looking for truth in accounting, don't come to Philadelphia.

Chaos, Uncertainty, And Politicking Swirl Amid New PA House Leadership

Broken friendship, behind closed doors agreements, and persisting lack of clarity have defined what was supposed to be a new bipartisan era.

ORTITAY: Act Now To Prevent Sexual Harassment By House Members

We have an opportunity to easily remedy this now in the soon-to-be-voted House regular session rules for the 2023-24 legislative session.

WAR IN UKRAINE: The U.S. Hardware Kyiv Needs Most

The war will likely drag on through 2023 and beyond. If so, Ukraine’s Western support will face two interrelated threats.

White Demands Action On House Ethics In Wake Of Sexual Harassment Allegation

If you are not a member of the legislature you can't complain to the House ethics panel if a member sexually harasses you.

Rozzi Previews Pa. House Rules Proposal As Legal Relief For Abuse Survivors Advances

House lawmakers voted down Republican proposals to alter the statute of limitations reform bills.

Five Things To Know About The Death Penalty In Pa. | Friday Morning Coffee

Pennsylvania has not executed anyone since 1999.

Long-Delayed Relief For Sexual Abuse Survivors Passes Pa. House

The House voted 161-40 to approve the proposed constitutional change, House Bill 1.

Identity Of State Rep. Accused Of Groping Lobbyist Known Widely In Harrisburg Political Circles

The identity of a state representative accused of groping a lobbyist is one of the worst-kept secrets in Harrisburg political circles.

Shapiro Silent On PA Joining Regional Climate Change Initiative

Amid pleas for more green funding, the governor's office has refused to comment on the widely discussed greenhouse gas reducing initiative.

PA Seeks To Hold Penn State Board Of Trustees More Accountable

Forthcoming legislation would mandate that state legislators have a voice on the Board, which has come under fire in recent years.

GALE: Why I Am Running For Re-Election And Not Seeking Endorsement Of Party Bosses

Montgomery County will not be turning red again anytime soon.

MINOR: The Conservative Case Against Pennsylvania's Death Penalty

There are good reasons why so many conservatives, including those in Pennsylvania, are rethinking the death penalty.

Chester County Democrats And Republicans Endorse Candidates For May Primary

With the primary fast approaching on May 16, the county political parties are vetting candidates and making endorsements.

DeSantis Touts His Pro-Police, Pro-Education Credentials At Montco Stop

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis highlighted law and order and education during a President's Day stop in Montgomery County.

Looking To Raise Awareness, Fetterman Asks Supporters To Donate To Mental Health Organizations

It’s not the first time the Fetterman campaign opened up its email list and asking supporters to donate to causes.

Spring Primary Races Are Cropping Up Across The Lehigh Valley

Races and other announcements gathered by Armchair Lehigh Valley from candidates or their party committees are listed in this article.

Upper Darby To Pay Rongione $70,000 Through July

In return, Vince Rongione promised not to sue the township and to drop any pending litigation.

GALE: Why I Am Running For Re-Election And Not Seeking Endorsement Of Party Bosses

Registered Democrats outnumber registered Republicans by nearly 100,000 voters countywide and the margin is only growing.

‘Ready For Ron' Petition To Draft DeSantis Snags 200,000 Signatures

A group attempting to draft Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to run for president tells InsideSources it has gained 200,000 signatures.

Bill To Repeal Death Penalty In PA Follows Shapiro's Announcement

A day after Gov. Shapiro said he'd changed his mind about capital punishment, Democrats introduced a new bill that would abolish it.

Upper Darby To Pay Rongione $70,000 Through July

Vince Rongione signed a severance agreement with the township that will give him his salary and health benefits through July 31.

DIAMOND: Pennsylvania Republicans Need A 3-Point Game

Republicans can no longer remain on the sidelines complaining about the new rules.

Gov. Shapiro Nixes Death Penalty, Asks Legislature To Change The Law

Gov. Josh Shapiro called on the state legislature “to work with me to abolish the death penalty in Pennsylvania – once and for all.”

BREAKING: Fetterman Back In Hospital, Being Treated For Depression

Delaware Valley Democrats are standing by the Senator.

Gov. Shapiro Reverses Course, Urges State To Abolish Death Penalty

As attorney general, Josh Shapiro supported the death penalty for years. On Thursday he announced he'd changed his mind.

GIORDANO: David Oh Has A Plan To Win The Philly Mayor's Race

Can this problem solver actually become the next mayor of Philadelphia?

PA GOP Embraces But Rebukes Mail-In Voting As It Grapples With 2022 Shortcomings

To overturn Act 77, Pennsylvania Republicans say they have no choice but to embrace it.

Bucks County DA Matt Weintraub Runs For Judge

Bucks County District Attorney Matt Weintraub is embarking on a new campaign—for Common Pleas Judge.

'Birds Are Confused': Warming Winters Fueling Bird Flu Spread In PA

Climate impacts migration patterns for all species, including birds. In PA, it's one more way a highly contagious pathogen is spreading.