Mar. 3, 2026
Flood of Negative Comments on Trump's Ballroom Plans
The National Capital Planning Commission received about 32,000 messages during its public comment period, with many criticizing the president's $400 million White House ballroom project.
Mar. 2, 2026
Philadelphia Plans $620M for 250th Anniversary Celebrations
City controller report says events could contribute $1.3 to $2.5 billion to local economy
Mar. 2, 2026
Montgomery County Appoints New Human Relations Commission Members
Eight individuals selected to serve on committee aimed at addressing discrimination
Mar. 2, 2026
Slavery Exhibits Reinstalled at President's House in Philadelphia
Displays about slavery at the historic site were restored nearly a month after they were removed by order of the Trump administration.
Mar. 2, 2026
Freedom Rejects Proposal to Resolve $45K Road Lawsuit
The case will go to trial if a compromise is not reached.
Mar. 1, 2026
York County Approves New Indoor Firing Range for Gun Club
The range will feature improved soundproofing to reduce noise for nearby residents.
Feb. 28, 2026
Harrisburg mayor to host $85-a-ticket Mayor's Ball
City officials say no taxpayer money is involved, but have not clarified who's funding the event or where proceeds go
Feb. 27, 2026
Philadelphia Budgets $120M for America 250 Festivities
City also investing $500M in airport upgrades ahead of expected visitor surge.
Feb. 27, 2026
Lehigh County Executive Outlines Ambitious Agenda in First Address
Siegel proposes 1% sales tax, homelessness emergency declaration, and non-cooperation with ICE
Feb. 26, 2026
Scranton to Upgrade Warning Lights at Six Fire Stations
City seeks $269,400 state grant to improve traffic and pedestrian safety during emergency responses.
Feb. 26, 2026
Slavery Exhibit Returning to Independence Mall in Philadelphia
Exhibit on lives of enslaved people at former President's House to be restored after legal battle with Trump administration
Feb. 26, 2026
Philadelphia's Slavery Exhibit Restored at President's House Site
The panels depict the lives of nine people enslaved by George Washington while he was president.
Feb. 26, 2026
Industrial project near Nazareth school faces strong pushback from regional planners
Regional planners urge Palmer Township to reject rezoning request for farmland near Nazareth Area Intermediate School
Feb. 25, 2026
Mamdani Appoints Allegheny County Official Behind Controversial AI Algorithm as NYC Social Services Boss
Erin Dalton, who faced backlash over an algorithm that disproportionately targeted Black families in Pennsylvania, will now lead New York City's Department of Social Services.
Feb. 25, 2026
Advocates Demand Restoration of Slavery Exhibit at Philadelphia's President's House Site
Critical interpretive panels remain missing despite court order, advocates say
Feb. 25, 2026
Harrisburg City Council Unanimously Approves Bill Limiting Cooperation with ICE
The decision came after tense public debate over the measure aimed at protecting immigrant communities.
Feb. 25, 2026
Mamdani Appoints New Head of NYC Homeless and Social Services
Erin Dalton, former Allegheny County official, to lead NYC's Department of Social Services amid homelessness crisis
Feb. 24, 2026
Altoona Considers Urban Camping Ban on Public Spaces
City council weighs ordinance to address business, resident complaints about homelessness
Feb. 23, 2026
Philadelphia Considers Office to Explore Slavery Reparations
Proposed Office of Freedmen Affairs would guide potential reparations efforts for descendants of enslaved people.
Feb. 23, 2026
Scranton Council Demands Post-Storm Snowplowing Report from Mayor
Council members say they want a written document to learn from the city's response during a major January snowstorm.
