Allegheny County's proposed $3 billion budget for 2026 includes no property tax increase and no layoffs, while cutting 675 vacant jobs and introducing a new healthcare premium system to control costs.

The Seneca Valley School District proposes a $165 million school renovation plan, facing community concern over debt and tax increases. Some residents call the project excessive, while the district weighs public input.

Allegheny County prepares for the upcoming election, dispatching mail-in ballots, offering in-person "over the counter" voting, and setting up satellite offices and multiple ballot return sites with flexible hours.

Pittsburgh's preliminary 2026 budget avoids layoffs and tax hikes, focusing on infrastructure and safety investments. The Gainey administration aims for fiscal responsibility despite a challenging financial period.

Armstrong County, Pennsylvania faces severe budget cuts and furloughs due to a state budget impasse, impacting services like the Area Agency on Aging and foster care reimbursements.

Westmoreland County anticipates furloughs and park closures due to the Pennsylvania budget impasse, imposing fiscal austerity including hiring freezes and cutting overtime.

Pittsburgh City Council preliminarily approved plans for a new public safety training facility, addressing community concerns of militarization with restrictions.

PA State Rep. Ryan Warner reintroduces a bill to strengthen child protection laws in response to recent abuse cases, including the death of Renesmay Eutsey.

Pittsburgh faces a precarious financial situation with rising expenses outpacing revenues, leading to concerns about sustainability and the need for cost control.

Pittsburgh Mayor critiqued Trump's policies during the President's AI summit at Carnegie Mellon University, emphasizing local commitment to equity and civic engagement.

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed House Bill 1431, lifting the state's ban on Sunday hunting, potentially increasing revenue and allowing more flexibility for hunters.

Pittsburgh's City Council is discussing a bill that would make prostitution a finable offense instead of a misdemeanor, focusing on supporting vulnerable populations and addressing systemic issues related to sex work.

Allegheny County names appointees to a Juvenile Detention Advisory Board, promoting reform in juvenile detention oversight, following legal settlement.