Justin Sweitzer
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Politics nerd and managing editor at City & State PA. Probably writing about AI and government.
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PA GOP Chair Greg Rothman reacts to yesterday's elex results.
"Last night the Republican Party sustained losses in Pennsylvania and across the nation ... We need to do a better job of communicating our core principles of freedom, security, prosperity and opportunity for all..."
"Last night the Republican Party sustained losses in Pennsylvania and across the nation ... We need to do a better job of communicating our core principles of freedom, security, prosperity and opportunity for all..."
November 5, 2025 at 6:21 PM
PA GOP Chair Greg Rothman reacts to yesterday's elex results.
"Last night the Republican Party sustained losses in Pennsylvania and across the nation ... We need to do a better job of communicating our core principles of freedom, security, prosperity and opportunity for all..."
"Last night the Republican Party sustained losses in Pennsylvania and across the nation ... We need to do a better job of communicating our core principles of freedom, security, prosperity and opportunity for all..."
On Election Day, Pennsylvania voters cast their ballots in high-stakes judicial retention elections, opting to keep Justices Christine Donohue, Kevin Dougherty and David Wecht on the Pennsylvania Supreme Court for the next decade.
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Pennsylvania voters retain 3 state Supreme Court justices
The high-stakes judicial retention elections attracted national attention and millions of dollars in spending.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:16 PM
On Election Day, Pennsylvania voters cast their ballots in high-stakes judicial retention elections, opting to keep Justices Christine Donohue, Kevin Dougherty and David Wecht on the Pennsylvania Supreme Court for the next decade.
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Retention roundup: Your last-minute guide to Pennsylvania’s 2025 judicial elections ⚖️ 📖
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Retention roundup: Your last-minute guide to Pennsylvania’s 2025 judicial elections
City & State examines the state of play in Pennsylvanians’ judicial contests.
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November 3, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Retention roundup: Your last-minute guide to Pennsylvania’s 2025 judicial elections ⚖️ 📖
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The Pennsylvania Senate passed a bill that aims to bring more transparency to PA's permitting processes, including by requiring state agencies to create permit application tracking systems on their websites.
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PA Senate passes permitting transparency bill
The bill, which would require state agencies to create public permit tracking systems, received bipartisan support in the state Senate.
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October 22, 2025 at 8:28 PM
The Pennsylvania Senate passed a bill that aims to bring more transparency to PA's permitting processes, including by requiring state agencies to create permit application tracking systems on their websites.
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Shapiro: Arsonist’s guilty plea is a ‘just outcome’ after firebombing at governor’s residence
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Shapiro: Arsonist’s guilty plea is a ‘just outcome’ after firebombing at governor’s residence
Penbrook man Cody Balmer pleaded guilty to charges of arson and attempted murder on Tuesday.
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October 14, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Shapiro: Arsonist’s guilty plea is a ‘just outcome’ after firebombing at governor’s residence
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News: SEIU Local 668, a PA union representing human service workers, says Northampton County plans to furlough its rank-and-file human service workers on Oct. 20 if a state budget isn’t passed.
The union will hold an event outside the county human services building tomorrow.
The union will hold an event outside the county human services building tomorrow.
September 25, 2025 at 5:47 PM
News: SEIU Local 668, a PA union representing human service workers, says Northampton County plans to furlough its rank-and-file human service workers on Oct. 20 if a state budget isn’t passed.
The union will hold an event outside the county human services building tomorrow.
The union will hold an event outside the county human services building tomorrow.
DNC announces six-figure investment in PA Supreme Court retention elections
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DNC announces six-figure investment in PA Supreme Court retention elections
The Democratic National Committee said the stakes of the retention elections couldn't be higher.
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September 25, 2025 at 1:51 PM
DNC announces six-figure investment in PA Supreme Court retention elections
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Ferguson Township will host two public input hearings at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Sept. 30.
The township doesn’t oversee Rock Spring Water Company but is involved in the state’s regulatory effort to find a permanent fix for the struggling system, which serves about 1,000 of the township’s residents.
The township doesn’t oversee Rock Spring Water Company but is involved in the state’s regulatory effort to find a permanent fix for the struggling system, which serves about 1,000 of the township’s residents.
Public hearings set as regulators consider Rock Spring Water sale
After years of unreliable service, Rock Spring Water customers can speak up on Sept. 30 ahead of a possible forced sale of the company.
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September 17, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Ferguson Township will host two public input hearings at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Sept. 30.
The township doesn’t oversee Rock Spring Water Company but is involved in the state’s regulatory effort to find a permanent fix for the struggling system, which serves about 1,000 of the township’s residents.
The township doesn’t oversee Rock Spring Water Company but is involved in the state’s regulatory effort to find a permanent fix for the struggling system, which serves about 1,000 of the township’s residents.
In Pittsburgh speech, Shapiro says political violence ‘has no place in our society’
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In Pittsburgh speech, Shapiro says political violence ‘has no place in our society’
The Democratic governor, who was the target of an arson attack this year, spoke in the wake of the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
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September 16, 2025 at 8:33 PM
In Pittsburgh speech, Shapiro says political violence ‘has no place in our society’
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National Democrats announce a six-figure investment in Pennsylvania's Supreme Court retention elections ⚖️
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National Democrats announce six-figure investment in Supreme Court retention elections
The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee’s spend is just the latest instance of big money pouring into Pennsylvania’s high-stakes judicial races.
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September 15, 2025 at 3:41 PM
National Democrats announce a six-figure investment in Pennsylvania's Supreme Court retention elections ⚖️
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What's the latest on the Pennsylvania budget impasse? Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman said this week that he is encouraged by talks; there is still "no global agreement on a budget deal" at this time.
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City & State’s 2025-26 Pennsylvania state budget tracker
Pennsylvania’s ongoing budget impasse is set to enter its third month.
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September 11, 2025 at 4:44 PM
What's the latest on the Pennsylvania budget impasse? Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman said this week that he is encouraged by talks; there is still "no global agreement on a budget deal" at this time.
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People deserve to be safe at school, safe on their campus, & safe in their community.
The shooting of Charlie Kirk in Utah is horrifying & targeting anyone for their speech or their beliefs is unacceptable. Gun violence is uniquely an American problem and it is one we can & must do something about.
The shooting of Charlie Kirk in Utah is horrifying & targeting anyone for their speech or their beliefs is unacceptable. Gun violence is uniquely an American problem and it is one we can & must do something about.
September 10, 2025 at 7:30 PM
People deserve to be safe at school, safe on their campus, & safe in their community.
The shooting of Charlie Kirk in Utah is horrifying & targeting anyone for their speech or their beliefs is unacceptable. Gun violence is uniquely an American problem and it is one we can & must do something about.
The shooting of Charlie Kirk in Utah is horrifying & targeting anyone for their speech or their beliefs is unacceptable. Gun violence is uniquely an American problem and it is one we can & must do something about.
Ahead of November’s pivotal judicial elections, three Pennsylvania Supreme Court justices offered an inside look at Pennsylvania’s highest court during a fireside chat in Philadelphia.
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PA Supreme Court justices talk retention elections, court operations at Philadelphia forum
Ahead of November’s pivotal judicial elections, three Pennsylvania Supreme Court justices offered an inside look at Pennsylvania’s highest court during a fireside chat in Philadelphia.
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September 9, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Ahead of November’s pivotal judicial elections, three Pennsylvania Supreme Court justices offered an inside look at Pennsylvania’s highest court during a fireside chat in Philadelphia.
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PA Attorney General Dave Sunday has signed onto a letter to AI and tech company leaders that urges the tech sector to do more protect children from AI.
“At this inflection point in human history, the decisions your companies make could ramify for centuries,” the letter reads.
“At this inflection point in human history, the decisions your companies make could ramify for centuries,” the letter reads.
August 25, 2025 at 6:19 PM
PA Attorney General Dave Sunday has signed onto a letter to AI and tech company leaders that urges the tech sector to do more protect children from AI.
“At this inflection point in human history, the decisions your companies make could ramify for centuries,” the letter reads.
“At this inflection point in human history, the decisions your companies make could ramify for centuries,” the letter reads.
PASSHE Chancellor Christopher Fiorentino is kicking things off at the @cityandstatepa.bsky.social 2025 Higher Education Summit.
August 12, 2025 at 1:40 PM
PASSHE Chancellor Christopher Fiorentino is kicking things off at the @cityandstatepa.bsky.social 2025 Higher Education Summit.
Pennsylvania Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward responds to the explosion at the U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works plant in Allegheny County that has left one person dead and multiple injured.
“Today’s tragic events have left our entire region shaken,” Ward said.
“Today’s tragic events have left our entire region shaken,” Ward said.
August 11, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Pennsylvania Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward responds to the explosion at the U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works plant in Allegheny County that has left one person dead and multiple injured.
“Today’s tragic events have left our entire region shaken,” Ward said.
“Today’s tragic events have left our entire region shaken,” Ward said.
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Public transit advocates and riders had a clear message for the state Senate Wednesday morning: Do your jobs so we can get to ours.
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Transit advocates’ three-word message for state Senate: ‘Do your job’
SEPTA is set to have drastic service cuts and fare increases should the state budget not include transit funding soon
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August 6, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Public transit advocates and riders had a clear message for the state Senate Wednesday morning: Do your jobs so we can get to ours.
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Kim Ward suggests ‘six-month budget’ amid ongoing PA budget impasse
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Kim Ward suggests ‘six-month budget’ amid ongoing PA budget impasse
The Pennsylvania Senate president said school choice policies and mass transit funding remain sticking points.
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August 5, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Kim Ward suggests ‘six-month budget’ amid ongoing PA budget impasse
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Here are a few SEPTA substitutions should Philly's Regional Rail face severe cuts.
TLDR: Buses, walks and rideshare services could cost riders more time and money if funding issues cause route reductions. www.cityandstatepa.com/politics/202...
TLDR: Buses, walks and rideshare services could cost riders more time and money if funding issues cause route reductions. www.cityandstatepa.com/politics/202...
Not fare: SEPTA Regional Rail riders face hard choices if route reductions implemented
Buses, walks and rideshare services could cost riders more time and money if funding issues cause route reductions.
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August 4, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Here are a few SEPTA substitutions should Philly's Regional Rail face severe cuts.
TLDR: Buses, walks and rideshare services could cost riders more time and money if funding issues cause route reductions. www.cityandstatepa.com/politics/202...
TLDR: Buses, walks and rideshare services could cost riders more time and money if funding issues cause route reductions. www.cityandstatepa.com/politics/202...
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August 2, 2025 at 1:25 PM
BOGGS TOWNSHIP, Pa. —
A recent history of efforts to raise Pennsylvania’s minimum wage
Lawmakers have attempted to raise the minimum wage in the commonwealth, with little success over the last 20 years
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Lawmakers have attempted to raise the minimum wage in the commonwealth, with little success over the last 20 years
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A recent history of efforts to raise Pennsylvania’s minimum wage
Lawmakers have attempted to raise the minimum wage in the commonwealth, with little success over the last 20 years.
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August 1, 2025 at 4:32 PM
A recent history of efforts to raise Pennsylvania’s minimum wage
Lawmakers have attempted to raise the minimum wage in the commonwealth, with little success over the last 20 years
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Lawmakers have attempted to raise the minimum wage in the commonwealth, with little success over the last 20 years
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The @cityandstatepa.bsky.social 2025 Special Report on Affordable Housing is live now! 🏠
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Special Report: Affordable Housing
Special Report: Affordable Housing
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July 30, 2025 at 2:26 PM
The @cityandstatepa.bsky.social 2025 Special Report on Affordable Housing is live now! 🏠
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The problem, pharmacists and their advocates say, boils down to how much pharmacies are paid for their work and the medications they provide.
Rite Aid closures add to the strain as Pennsylvania loses hundreds of pharmacies
Pharmacies across Pennsylvania are closing as pharmacists say insurance reimbursements fail to cover costs. They say a new law isn't enough to reverse the trend.
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July 24, 2025 at 12:29 PM
The problem, pharmacists and their advocates say, boils down to how much pharmacies are paid for their work and the medications they provide.
Congressman Dan Meuser opts against run for governor in 2026.
The Republican congressman appeared to secure the support of President Donald Trump earlier this year.
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The Republican congressman appeared to secure the support of President Donald Trump earlier this year.
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Congressman Dan Meuser opts against run for governor in 2026
The Republican congressman appeared to secure the support of President Donald Trump earlier this year.
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July 9, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Congressman Dan Meuser opts against run for governor in 2026.
The Republican congressman appeared to secure the support of President Donald Trump earlier this year.
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The Republican congressman appeared to secure the support of President Donald Trump earlier this year.
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Pennsylvania is a Top 3 state for government AI readiness.
A new analysis from Code For America says the commonwealth’s proactive approach to AI “positions it as a leader in responsible AI adoption and innovation.”
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A new analysis from Code For America says the commonwealth’s proactive approach to AI “positions it as a leader in responsible AI adoption and innovation.”
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Pennsylvania is a Top 3 state for government AI readiness
A new analysis from Code For America says the commonwealth’s proactive approach to AI “positions it as a leader in responsible AI adoption and innovation.”
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July 8, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Pennsylvania is a Top 3 state for government AI readiness.
A new analysis from Code For America says the commonwealth’s proactive approach to AI “positions it as a leader in responsible AI adoption and innovation.”
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A new analysis from Code For America says the commonwealth’s proactive approach to AI “positions it as a leader in responsible AI adoption and innovation.”
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