Federal uncertainty complicates Pa. budget haggling over transit, education
Competing priorities and possible federal cuts to Medicaid are complicating negotiations as top Pennsylvania lawmakers attempt to hammer out a budget deal by the June 30 deadline.
Pgh. closes Herron Avenue bridge after finding structural problems
For the second time in seven months, an inspection of a Pittsburgh bridge discovered structural problems serious enough to declare an emergency closure.
Senate committee holds hearing on rural infrastructure in Altoona
The Pennsylvania Senate Transportation Committee held a public hearing about rural infrastructure and its impact on the economy. The eight lawmakers heard testimony from officials in different sectors on their needs to aid residents in rural communities. Leaders in these rural communities have heard about their constituents struggling to find ways around the area.
Pa. lawmaker proposes stricter enforcement of unpaid parking tickets
A Pennsylvania lawmaker is introducing a bill allowing parking authorities to suspend vehicle registrations with multiple unpaid parking tickets.