Politics
Corbett Trade Mission To South America: Junket Or Helpful?
Don’t call it a junket — says Governor Tom Corbett — the taxpayers are not paying the bill.
New Steps Made In Possible WPAHS, Highmark Merger
There was another step forward in the plan by Highmark to take over the struggling West Penn Allegheny Health System.
Could A Toomey-Manchin Gun Deal Be In the Works?
After months of stalemate in Congress, the Washington rumor mill is swirling that a possible deal is in the works between two pro-gun senators — Democratic Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia and Republican Senator Pat Toomey of Pennsylvania.
Rep. Allyson Schwartz Throws Hat In The Ring For Governor
U.S. Rep. Allyson Schwartz on Monday became the fourth Democrat – and the first woman – to declare her candidacy for Pennsylvania governor in 2014.
A. J. Richardson Denies Underdog Status In Race For Mayor
This year the only candidate for mayor of Pittsburgh who has never held elective office is A. J. Richardson — who was working out on a treadmill at the Exercise Warehouse in Bloomfield being interviewed by a young reporter from the Pitt News.
Santorum Discusses 2016 Presidential Election, Other Issues
We are more than three and a half years away from the next presidential election, but that does not mean possible candidates are waiting before they test the waters.
Wagner Picks Up Big Endorsements In Mayor’s Race
They protect city residents and those who work in the city 24/7 — Pittsburgh’s police and firefighters — and Wednesday morning their unions announced a candidate for mayor.
Reluctantly, Washington County Issues RFP For Reassessment
The last time property owners in Washington County saw a new reassessment was back in 1981, but a reassessment could be in the works.
Officials Working To Make Sure 911th Airlift Wing Open Beyond 2014
A standing ovation greeted Congressman Tim Murphy on Monday morning, as he was joined by other elected officials and military leaders at the 911th Airlift Wing.
Sen. Ferlo Drops Out Of Mayoral Race
Citing the need to finish out his four-year Senate term, Pennsylvania State Sen. Jim Ferlo on Friday announced he was dropping out of the race for Pittsburgh mayor.
Corbett Says Pay-To-Play Is No Longer Rule In State Government
Gov. Tom Corbett won’t talk about the current investigation, but says whatever happened at the Turnpike Commission under previous governors, his rule about doing business with any state agency is simple.
New Legislation Aims To Strengthen “Puppy Lemon Law”
A bill designed to help more puppy buyers get their money back after buying a sick or diseased dog is on its way to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
7 Democrats File To Run For Mayor Of Pittsburgh
Tuesday marks the deadline for candidates to file their petitions to run for mayor of the city of Pittsburgh.
Lamb’s Party Endorsement Means Less Today, Some Say
City Controller Michael Lamb has won the Democratic Party’s official endorsement for mayor of Pittsburgh.
Court Strikes Down NYC Ban On Large Size, Sugary Drinks
New York city’s groundbreaking limit on the size of sugary drinks has been struck down by a judge.













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