Spotlight PA
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Uber Says It Has a Solution to Pa.’s Public Transit Funding Problem. There’s a Big Catch
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Uber wants Pa. lawmakers to officially classify its drivers as independent contractors, stripping them of certain rights.
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Great PA News Quiz: The Election Denier Overseeing Election Security; Another Ballot Date Ruling
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In this week’s news quiz: Election denier tapped to oversee election security, an opening at the Pennsylvania Democratic Party and a pumpkin spice pioneer.
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Ransomware Attack Targeting Pa. Attorney General Leads to Case Delays, Takes Down Some Critical Internal Systems
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The attack has impaired many functions of the agency, as some staff and prosecutors remain unable to access archived emails, files and more.
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Is Pa.’s Oldest Roller Coaster Retired? Riders Hope Not
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Leap-the-Dips at Lakemont Park in Blair County is one of a kind, say fans of the 123-year-old wooden ride. But the attraction is grounded for now, and enthusiasts worry it won’t return.
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A Local Authority Wants to Buy a Troubled Centre County Water System. State Law May Stand in the Way
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Regulators can’t force Rock Spring Water Company to sell to the willing State College authority, even though it’s promising safe and affordable service.
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Whistleblower Says Shapiro Admin Retaliated After He Raised Alarms About Elder Abuse System Failures
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The whistleblower also alleges that top aging department officials purposely suppressed or manipulated data when responding to Spotlight PA’s public records requests.
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Republican Garrity Has Snagged Democratic Donors in the Past. That Won’t Happen if She Faces Gov. Shapiro in 2026
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In a head-to-head contest for governor in 2026, Shapiro would likely have an advantage over Garrity with key donors.
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Municipal Elections 101: Tax Collectors, Auditors and Other Key Local Finance Positions on Pa.’s November Ballot
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On Nov. 4, you may be asked to consider candidates who want to be in charge of collecting taxes or auditing local finances. Here’s what you need to know.
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Great PA News Quiz: Gubernatorial Contender, Defending Pa. Election Rules and a Coaster Collab
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In this week’s news quiz: Pharmacy deserts, a political courage honoree and a sports venue expansion.
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Pennsylvania Rebuffs Federal Request for Voter Rolls Containing Personal Data
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The state says sensitive information such as Social Security and driver’s license numbers is off limits to federal officials.