America’s Future Depends on a Thriving Free Press, and It’s Time We Take It Back
We must restore journalism to its constitutional role as an independent check on power and influence that answers to no one but the people.
Spotlight PA's Latest Articles
The Top 5 False or Misleading Claims Being Pushed Ahead of Pa.’s 2024 Election
Claims about noncitizen voting, slow election results and more are circulating ahead of Pennsylvania’s Nov. 5 election. Here’s what you need to know.
Secrecy Still Pervades Pa. State Government, But Spotlight PA is Fighting Back
The one constant in Harrisburg, no matter the dominant political party, is a reflexive inclination to shield information from the public.
How Spotlight PA’s Nonpartisan Journalism Cuts Through the Noise and Gets Results
No matter the issue or political party, Spotlight PA’s relentless reporting demands the truth and drives real change. But we can’t do it without your support.
How Your Support of Free and Fearless Journalism Can Help Preserve Our Democracy
This month we celebrate Democracy Day as a commitment to the preservation of our freedoms. At Spotlight PA, it’s also a stark reminder of what’s at stake, why we work hard to produce unique journalism that informs and equips people to drive change, and why we need your help.
Pa.’s Latest Attempt to Regulate Cyber Charter Schools Would Lower Tuition Payments, Increase Transparency
Democrats and Republicans agree that Pennsylvania's rules for cyber charter schools are outdated, but they differ on what changes to make.
Train Safety Bill Inspired by East Palestine Derailment Faces Long Odds in Pa. Legislature
Rail safety legislation in Pennsylvania faces quiet resistance from the industry and its allies, who have questioned the legality of the proposed measure.
Wolf Backs Formalizing Discrimination Protections for LGBTQ Pennsylvanians
Pennsylvania is the only state in the Northeast without a nondiscrimination law on the books that protects people based on sexual orientation or gender identity.
Shapiro Defeats Mastriano in Closely-Watched Pa. Governor’s Race
Democrat and current state attorney general Josh Shapiro vastly outspent his Republican opponent, Doug Mastriano, in the gubernatorial race. Shapiro also consistently led in the polls prior to Tuesday's election.