Property tax revenues remain a prime source of funds for state and local governments, according to the Tax Foundation.
By The Center Square
Todd DeFeo: Philadelphia named among nation’s most financially distressed cities
The COVID-19 pandemic has introduced levels of financial hardship not experienced for decades within the nation, and cities like Philly are feeling the brunt of it.
By Todd DeFeo
Todd DeFeo: ‘Significant confusion’ – Pennsylvania auditor criticizes COVID-19-mandated closure waiver request process
The Wolf administration’s unclear and changing guidelines on waivers for small business owners has put Pennsylvania’s economy in severe harm.
By Todd Defeo
The Center Square: The $3,833 monthly cost of living in Chester County is the highest in Pennsylvania
Chester County’s median household income stands at $96,726, well above the national average.
By The Center Square
Dave Fidlin: Report places Pennsylvania toward bottom of states financially prepared for COVID-19 crisis
Lumbering over chronic unfunded pension and retiree health care benefit costs, Pennsylvania found itself unprepared for the fiscal challenges brought on by the coronavirus, according to a recently released report.
By Dave Fidlin
Christen Smith: Pennsylvania loosens capacity limits on bars and restaurants
Governor Wolf, claiming the mantle of science, is expected to ease capacity limits on bars and restaurants by the end of September.
By Christen Smith
Kyle Sammin: Gov. Wolf wants to legalize marijuana. He should fix the PLCB first
Pennsylvania’s Governor wants to liberalize marijuana in the Commonwealth. He should start by reforming the state’s antiquated Liquor Control Board — one of the most restrictive in the nation.
By Kyle Sammin
The Editors: Kenney has voted with his mouth — now open the restaurants up
Mayor Kenney has voted with his mouth, and it’s time to let Philadelphians enjoy the same privileges he does — and choose to eat indoors if we like.
By The Editors
Dave Lemery: Pennsylvania lawmaker plans legislation to roll back restrictions on bars, restaurants
Will Governor Wolf relent and finally lift restrictions on bars and restaurants?
By Dave Lemery
Davis Giangiulio: “It’s killing us.” Frustrated restaurant owners face uncertain futures under Wolf’s new restrictions.
Restaurant owners may lose it all as Governor Wolf implements new restrictions to combat Covid-19.
By Davis Giangiulio
