campaign-2023

In suburban Allentown school board race, deep-pocketed PACs step up

BY: - June 26, 2023

A PAC founded by Republican Dean Browning was the biggest donor in the Parkland district contest.

In new poll, Philly voters put crime at the top of priorities list for city’s next mayor

BY: - March 15, 2023

Two-thirds of respondents said they'd heard gun shots in their neighborhood during the last year.

Do political endorsement fees in Allegheny County deter candidate diversity?

BY: - March 13, 2023

'As a group, Black and brown people are at the bottom economically in this country. [The fees are] a prohibition for people from these groups to seek this endorsement,' an advocate said

Philadelphia City Hall

Where do Philly’s mayoral candidates stand on LGBTQ issues? | Analysis

BY: - March 12, 2023

Here's what all 11 declared candidates have to say about the issues that matter to the city's LGBTQ residents.

Here’s how Philly’s mayoral hopefuls would support city’s creative and cultural economy

BY: - March 7, 2023

The candidates made their pitches during a debate last week at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

A week out from Election Day, outside groups have reported spending $7.7 million on behalf of Democratic and Republican candidates. (Photo by Daniella Heminghaus for the New Jersey Monitor)

Allegheny Co. Dems split the difference on 2023 primary endorsements

BY: - March 6, 2023

In a break from the committee’s typically traditional picks, several progressive candidates got the nod.

A week out from Election Day, outside groups have reported spending $7.7 million on behalf of Democratic and Republican candidates. (Photo by Daniella Heminghaus for the New Jersey Monitor)

Spring primary races are cropping up across the Lehigh Valley

BY: - February 20, 2023

Easton mayoral, Lehigh County commissioners, NorCo DA among the face-offs on the 2023 ballot.

Wade Albert and Chesley Lightsey are running for judge this year. (Lightsey photo by Kelly Burkhardt.)

Philly’s LGBTQ judicial candidates say they plan to work for the people

BY: - January 29, 2023

Hopefuls Wade Albert and Chesley Lightsey each are running in the May 16 primary.

Allegheny County Chief Public Defender Matt Dugan

Allegheny Co. DA hopeful Dugan calls for more collaborative, preventative approach to public safety

BY: - January 22, 2023

"In 2023, Allegheny County's justice system is in need of change. We need to think differently,” Dugan said

Allegheny County Council candidateJoanna Doven

LGBTQ outlet spars with Allegheny County Council contender over tweets and political record

BY: - January 10, 2023

'I will be having eye-to-eye conversations with members of the LGBTQ+ community. I already am,' candidate Joanna Doven said.

Philly LGBTQ activists reflect on Kenney administration, look ahead to the future

BY: - January 3, 2023

'Each mayor has built upon the work of their predecessor and I think Mayor Kenney has done that,' an advocate said.

Allegheny Co. Councilor Bennett jumps into county executive race; vows progressive reforms

BY: - December 13, 2022

'I have fought for workers, the incarcerated, and those who don't have a voice to fight for themselves,' Bennett said.