Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies (CPS) announced that Jessica I. Monahan — a transportation policy expert who has secured federal funding for a range of nonprofits, local governments, Fortune 100 companies, emerging businesses, and government contractors — has joined its Washington D.C.-based lobbying team as a senior principal.
Pennsylvania’s primary elections are next week, featuring highly anticipated Democratic and Republican races for attorney general, treasurer, and other statewide offices.
Governor Josh Shapiro and Human Services Secretary Val Arkoosh announced plans to eliminate a waiting list for intellectually disabled adults this week, urging lawmakers to approve increased funding for state-subsidized services to improve worker salaries and address the critical shortage of care workers. The Associated Press has more.
This week, the state House passed legislation that would offer tax breaks to developers who repurpose abandoned malls into affordable housing and green energy centers, with the goal of revitalizing derelict spaces. PennLive has more.
An appeal filed by a group attempting to merge Wilkinsburg into Pittsburgh has been denied by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, effectively ending annexation efforts for the time being. WESA has more.
Delaware County-based Wawa celebrated its 60th birthday this week, with festivities across its stores nationwide. The Philadelphia Inquirer has more.
The GIANT Company has released its third annual impact report, focusing on corporate social responsibility initiatives in 2023, including efforts to eliminate hunger, support local nonprofits, promote sustainability, and enhance community wellbeing across Pennsylvania and beyond.
Today, Philadelphia City Council passed an expansion of worker protections aimed at providing job security for Center City office building workers. The bill, which was pocket vetoed by former Mayor Jim Kenney in December, now heads to Mayor Cherelle Parker’s desk for approval. WHYY has more.
Superintendent Tony Watlington, Sr. announced on Tuesday that the Philadelphia School District will end the practice of “leveling,” which involves reallocating teachers based on actual enrollment weeks after the school year has begun. The Philadelphia Inquirer has more.
The Pew Charitable Trusts recently published its 2024 State of the City report, finding that the city has made great strides in the past year, though it still faces a number of intractable challenges. WHYY has more.
Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato presented results from a resident survey and subsequent action plan to enhance County services this week, focusing on immediate initiatives like discounted transit fares for SNAP recipients and mental health response to 911 calls, while addressing funding challenges and filling senior-level executive positions. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette has more.
On Wednesday, Pittsburgh City Council advanced a measure to increase oversight of the city’s five-year spending plan, requiring the city controller to certify revenue projections amid concerns about the city’s fiscal health. WESA has more.
During a visit to Pittsburgh earlier this week, President Joe Biden committed to blocking the sale of U.S. Steel to Japan-based Nippon Steel. WESA has more.
U.S. Senator Bob Casey will be embarking on a statewide “On Our Side Road Trip” to highlight his achievements and connect with Pennsylvanians on his campaign for a fourth term in office. The Pennsylvania Capital-Star has more.
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