Min Xian of Spotlight PA State College

Local government officials, whether elected or appointed, shape residents’ lives in a range of ways. Here’s how to become involved in your municipality and what to do when problems arise.

The Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code lays out how land use decisions in local governments are made.

A year after Tioga hired the police officer who killed Tamir Rice, borough officials who promised changes struggle with persisting issues.

In a rare move, Sandy Township argues that Herm Suplizio’s alleged theft of public funds in DuBois and the city’s lack of oversight justify a delay of consolidation proceedings.

A recent decision by the Pa. Commonwealth Court established a new three-factor test to judge when social posts on public officials’ personal accounts are public records.

A 266% funding increase for Pennsylvania’s Municipal Assistance Program could help local governments spend tax dollars more efficiently while providing public services collectively.

Lawmakers are holding hearings to dig into the budget ahead of the June 30 deadline. For the fourth year in a row, judicial officials won’t be required to appear.

Accessing government information is fundamental to keeping elected officials’ actions transparent. Here are four basics of citizens’ rights to open records.