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Woman Becomes an Advocate for Her Indigenous Heritage After Meeting Birth Family at 50
Kelley Bashew decided to look for her birth family when she turned 50. She found herself and became an advocate for Indigenous people.
GOP Candidate for PA Court Seat Concedes After Recount
With counties wrapping up their recount Tuesday, Philadelphia Common Pleas Court judge Lori Dumas led former state Senate GOP lawyer Drew Crompton by about 21,000 votes.
House Votes to Halt PennDOT Plan to Toll Bridges for Repairs
Adding tolls would free up money from the new federal infrastructure bill for other projects across the state. But opponents say tolls would hurt the local economy near the bridges.
House Passes Bill to Allow Permitless Concealed Gun Carry
Gov. Wolf will veto the bill which critics say makes guns more readily accessible.
Pennsylvania Statewide Court Race Goes to Recount
Unofficial returns showed Democrat Lori Dumas leading Republican Drew Crompton by nearly 17,000 votes in the race for an open seat on Pennsylvania’s Commonwealth Court.
Advocates Protest Over Pennsylvania’s Problematic Home Care Program
Low pay and high turnover have long been the reality for the ranks of direct care workers in home care settings and nursing homes. The pandemic has made it worse.
PA Senate Backs Bill to Allow Guns to Be Carried Without Permit
The bill faces a certain veto from Gov. Tom Wolf, along with another one the senate passed to punish municipalities that impose gun laws stricter than state law.
Wolf Expects to Let Schools Set Masking Rules in January
The governor said that, on Jan. 17, he expects to turn over decisions about masking to local school officials. The state’s universal masking requirement for early learning programs and child care facilities will remain in place.
Senate Candidate Parnell Denies Estranged Wife’s Abuse Allegations
The Trump-endorsed candidate testified that he never choked his estranged wife or pinned her down, as she had accused him of doing, and never struck one of their children in a fit of rage.
Looks Like Another PA Republican is Joining the Governor’s Race
An already crowded GOP field could grow with Senate President Pro Tempore Jake Corman’s expected announcement that he is running for governor.
Coming Soon: A Bill to Ban Racist American Indian Names, Imagery in PA Schools
State Rep. Chris Rabb said he hopes to propose the bill before Thanksgiving.
GOP Nets Supreme Court Seat With Brobson Victory
Amid light turnout around the state, Republican Kevin Brobson beat Democrat Maria McLaughlin to serve a 10-year term on Pennsylvania’s highest court.
Senate Candidate Sean Parnell’s Wife Testifies That He Choked Her and Beat Their Children
Laurie Parnell’s testimony came during divorce and custody proceedings in Butler County court over the custody of their three school-age children.
New Laws Look Good For Aspiring Barbers and Cosmetologists
Cosmetology and barber schools in Pennsylvania are hands-on, but not completely. New law allows more theory-based education to be done virtually.
Crisis of Care: Pennsylvania and America Are in ‘Huge Trouble’ Unless We Help Families With Caregiving
Democrats in Congress are currently negotiating over the terms of the Build Back Better Act. If it passes, it could be a transformative investment in America’s care infrastructure.
Crisis of Care: A List of Resources Available for Pennsylvania Caregivers
The best way to get started is to contact your local area agency on aging. They can help you learn more about programs you or a loved one may qualify for—such as Medicaid or OPTIONS—and provide information about adult day care centers or home care workers.
Crisis of Care: 11 Million People Are Raising Kids and Caring for Parents. Here’s One Therapist’s Advice for Them.
Karin Murphy is a licensed professional counselor based in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. She wants sandwich caregivers to know they’re not alone and that it’s okay to ask for help.
Crisis of Care: The Financial, Mental, and Physical Toll of Being a Sandwich Caregiver
Sandwich caregivers often sacrifice financial security and are at higher risk of depression and mental health issues compared to non-caregivers.
What You Probably Don’t Know About HIV Criminalization in Pennsylvania Will Scare You
A recent hearing on HIV criminalization laws in Pennsylvania shed light on the stigma those living with HIV are forced to endure.
Crisis of Care: Family Caregivers Struggle with a Broken System
There are an estimated 11 million Americans who are “sandwich generation” caregivers: They are simultaneously raising young children and caring for their aging parents, and they need help. This is Part One of a four-part series on sandwich caregivers. Check back tomorrow for Part Two.
Puff, Puff, Pass: Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Legalize Marijuana in PA
The bipartisan bill prioritizes safety, community reinvestment, social and economic equity, agriculture, and creates vital tax revenue streams for the state.
Shapiro Gets Set to Jump Into ’22 Governor’s Race
The worst-kept secret in Pennsylvania is almost out of the bag. Josh Shapiro will formally announce his candidacy for governor on Wednesday.
PA Lawmaker Gets Snippy With Proposed Vasectomy Legislation
State Rep. Chris Rabb announced a bill requiring men to undergo a vasectomy after the birth of their third child, or their 40th birthday, whichever comes first.
Why Does Texas Have More Accommodations for Pregnant Workers Than Pennsylvania?
A bill proposed by State Sen. Amanda M. Cappelletti (D-Montgomery) seeks to address the lack of workplace accommodations for pregnant and postpartum Pennsylvanians.
PA House Republicans Vote to Make More Pandemic Data Publicly Available
Democrats argue that amending the Disease Prevention and Control Law would lead to the release of personal medical information.
US House Passes Women’s Health Protection Act, Here’s How Pennsylvania Lawmakers Voted
The US House of Representatives has passed legislation to protect women’s rights to health care.
Anti-Trump Republican Drops Bid for Pennsylvania’s US Senate Seat
Philadelphia lobbyist and consultant Craig Snyder said he has been unable to generate enough support in a crowded field for what is expected to be one of the nation’s most competitive contests for Senate in 2022.
Pennsylvania Transgender Women with Felony Past Fight Name Change Rules
Rules requiring people with felony convictions to wait two years after completing their sentence are meant to enhance public safety and thwart fraud attempts. But advocates say the transgender community simply wants the right to use names that match their identities.
PA Election Bill Proposes Reforms, Transparency Without Restricting Voters’ Rights
While some Republican lawmakers continue to support a controversial “investigation” of the 2020 general election and stricter voting laws, recently proposed improvements to the election code have garnered bipartisan support.