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Spotlight PA is an independent news outlet providing investigative journalism and public-service reporting on Pennsylvania's state and local issues.
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Nov 19, 2024 · Spotlight PA is dedicated to producing nonpartisan investigative journalism about Pennsylvania government and urgent statewide issues. We are an independent watchdog unafraid to dig deep, fight for the truth and take on the powerful to expose wrongdoing and spur meaningful reform.
Disputes grow over PA’s opioid settlement spending
2 days ago · Counties and other local governments received their first opioid settlement payments in 2022, and they are supposed to spend the money in ways that align with a settlement document called Exhibit E, which describes approved and recommended strategies. The list includes medication to reverse opioid overdoses, treatment for people in jail or prison, programs that provide clean syringes to drug ...
How redistricting contributed to a narrow PA House majority
1 day ago · HARRISBURG — In an election year that saw big wins for Republicans in Pennsylvania, the state House stayed under Democratic control — by one seat. The party’s ability to hold onto its majority during a red wave is partly explained by newer district boundaries approved in early 2022 and partly ...
How a Pittsburgh food bank is fighting hunger among older adults
1 day ago · Another benefit of a face-to-face pickup is that it’s social. The USDA reports that older adults who live alone are more likely to be food insecure, and one 2024 study found that food insecurity is “significantly associated” with isolation and loneliness.. Isolation is also a risk factor for developing dementia, the neurological condition that affects nearly 1 …
Community divisions complicate recovery for Antietam schools • …
5 days ago · PA Post (Daily): Top news every weekday morning, plus a daily puzzle. The Investigator (Weekly): Best accountability journalism every Thursday, plus a weekly riddle. PA Local (Weekly): A fresh look at the incredible people, places, and food of Pa. every Friday, plus events, guides, best-of, and more.
Lead poisoning in PA: Causes, risks, and prevention tips • Spotlight …
Nov 19, 2024 · While no amount of lead in the blood is safe, lead poisoning is especially dangerous for children because their bodies are still growing. The chemical can damage their developing brains and nervous systems, harm their kidneys, cause cardiovascular issues, and even slow their skeletal growth.
Latest Pennsylvania election news from Spotlight PA
Nov 11, 2024 · PA Post (Daily): Top news every weekday morning, plus a daily puzzle. The Investigator (Weekly): Best accountability journalism every Thursday, plus a weekly riddle. PA Local (Weekly): A fresh look at the incredible people, places, and food of Pa. every Friday.
How can PA government be more equitable? • Spotlight PA
Oct 11, 2023 · The event featured a panel of advisors to Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro, all of whom serve as executive directors of commissions that focus on African American, LGBTQ, Asian American, and women’s affairs.. The commissions, established by different governors through executive orders over the years, hear feedback from their specific communities and advise the governor's policy staff and ...
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Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan newsroom dedicated to high-quality investigative and public-service journalism about the Pennsylvania state government and urgent statewide issues, including elections, voting, the governor, the legislature, rural communities, criminal justice, economic development, health, human services, and more.