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The latest news from Pennsylvania's Capitol in Harrisburg, including coverage of the state house of representatives, senate, budget, and governor's office.

Gov. Josh Shapiro talks about supporting older Pennsylvanians in May, 2025.

Wages for low paid home care workers could rise under Pa. budget proposal. Is it enough?

by Vincent DiFonzo for Spotlight PA

The proposal from Gov. Josh Shapiro would add $21 million to the budget for certain home care workers. But advocates say much more is needed before Pa. pay is competitive.

Karns Foods Board Chair Scott Karns in one of his stores.

Trump’s massive tax bill could cost Pa. $800M to keep food benefits program going

by Angela Couloumbis and Charlotte Keith of Spotlight PA

A convenience store in Downtown Pittsburgh prominently advertises that Pennsylvania Lottery tickets are available there, on Monday, March 3, 2025.

Lawmakers loosen restrictions on Pa. Lottery payouts to boost sales

by Abigail Hakas of Next Generation Newsroom

Commonwealth Charter Academy's building in Harrisburg, PA.

Cyber school facing wrongful death suit says it’s ‘unreasonable’ for teachers to see students weekly

by Katie Meyer of Spotlight PA

Gov. Josh Shapiro

Shapiro expects budget negotiators will reach a deal ‘very soon’ as deadline passes

by Associated Press and Stephen Caruso of Spotlight PA

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