When Josh Shapiro ran for governor, he made a simple promise, that his administration would be the most transparent in […]
Shapiro admin stonewalls on key HR policies in sexual harassment scandal
Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration is refusing to provide copies of the human resources policies that would support its central defense: […]
David Sanko: Why public information must be free and accessible
As we celebrate America’s 250th, we should take a moment to reflect on the meaning of freedom today. The many […]
William M. Cotter: Pushing public notices to government websites is a bad move
Legislation in the Pennsylvania Senate risks allowing local governments to operate in the shadows, leaving taxpayers unaware of decisions affecting […]
Court delivers key transparency victories in Shapiro records fight
The government has the duty to prove why a record should be withheld — and courts are increasingly insisting that they meet it.
By Todd Shepherd
From the Editors: Good government starts with accountability — even for Shapiro
“Good government is good politics,” Governor Josh Shapiro used to say.
From the Editors
Conservative group files suit over Biden-era documents related to Franklin County project
A conservative group with Pennsylvania ties filed suit Monday against the Department of Homeland Security arguing that the agency is […]
Central Bucks School Board members use Signal for official business, evading public disclosure laws
In its haste to hire a new solicitor and undo some of the policies of the previous Republican-led board, the […]
Despite an order from Open Records office, Delco won’t release DEI data
The County continues to stonewall journalists about their spending on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs.
By Taylor Millard