January 9, 2026 - The Independence

Fitzpatrick joined sixteen other GOP lawmakers and every House Democrat to advance the bill, which passed Thursday by a 230–196 vote.

Shapiro launches reelection campaign for governor

Shapiro will run again with Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis.

Fetterman joined fellow Democrats and five other Republicans in supporting the resolution that passed by a 52-47 count.

About 6,900 licensed child care facilities operate in Pennsylvania as of 2024, according to the most recent data available from PA DHS.

The fire occurred at a renovated barn located several houses from Rick’s Egg Farm, according to emergency radio traffic.

2025 was a “perfect storm” of factors negatively impacting Republican campaigns.

The announcement that the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will soon cease publication is the latest example of a seriously damaging trend for Pennsylvania.