Critical service providers are still not receiving funding from the state, as lawmakers and Governor Josh Shapiro enter their fourth month without a state budget. These organizations warn that layoffs, service cuts and even closures are looming over their work.

In Pennsylvania, a growing number of grandparents are raising grandchildren after the loss of their adult children. Now the state has set up a helpline for older residents to better help navigate custody issues, court proceedings and supportive resources. ...

This summer, state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle introduced legislation to ban smartphones from K-to-12 classrooms across Pennsylvania. But a new survey shows school leaders feel mixed about a “one size fits all” approach.

The 20-26 Pennsylvania Farm Show theme was unveiled late last week. "Growing a Nation" is the theme, tying into events marking America's 250th Birthday.

Officials in South Heidelberg Township, Berks County will be learning more about a proposal for two warehouses totaling 1.3 million square feet.

Faculty at HACC - Harrisburg Area Community College - voted Thursday to give their union leadership the authority to call a strike at any time without notice. 93 percent of the 750 HACC Education Association members representing five campuses voted yes to a strike.

The University of Pennsylvania is one of nine colleges and universities the White House is asking to commit to Donald Trump's political priorities in exchange for greater access to federal funding.

Pennsylvania has joined a coalition of states launching an investigation into allegations of false business practices by major tech companies.

If you have a favorite trail in Pennsylvania, the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources wants to hear from you. Nominations are now open for the Commonwealth’s 2026 Trail of the Year.

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