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Pennsylvania State Capitol
Editorial

Shapiro’s Budget Sleight of Hand: Today’s Spending is Tomorrow’s Tax Hike

June 20, 2025June 19, 2025 - by Editorial Board

As Pennsylvania’s July 1 fiscal deadline looms, Governor Josh Shapiro is pushing a $51.5 billion budget that, at first glance, looks responsible. It doesn’t raise income or sales taxes, boasts …

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Hundred dollar bills
Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania’s $3.2B May Revenue Signals Strength Despite Shortfall

June 9, 2025June 9, 2025 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s General Fund revenue for May totaled $3.2 billion, falling $66.3 million or 2% below projections, according to Revenue Secretary Pat Browne. Despite the slight shortfall, the fiscal …

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West Chester Area School District
West Chester Area School District

WCASD Boosts Funding to $333.9M to Empower Students and Protect Futures!

June 1, 2025May 31, 2025 - by Timothy Alexander

WEST CHESTER, PA — The West Chester Area School District (WCASD) School Board recently approved a $333,897,499 general fund budget for the 2025-26 school year. This marks an $11.3 million, …

WCASD Boosts Funding to $333.9M to Empower Students and Protect Futures! Read More

Pennsylvania capitol
Editorial

Your Tax Dollars Are at Risk: Why Pennsylvania Needs a Watchdog to Stop Wasteful Spending Now

May 31, 2025May 31, 2025 - by Editorial Board

Governor Josh Shapiro’s 2025–26 budget proposal outlines a bold $51.5 billion general fund spending plan, with historic investments in education, public transit, health care, and housing. From expanded funding for …

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Tax Cuts Don’t Create Deficits — Government Spending Does
Editorial

Washington’s Spending Spree Is Robbing Your Future—Here’s the Truth They Don’t Want You to Know

May 27, 2025May 25, 2025 - by Editorial Board

The House-passed “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” has sparked outrage and applause in equal measure — a sweeping package that includes permanent tax cuts, Medicaid reforms, defense hikes, and even …

Washington’s Spending Spree Is Robbing Your Future—Here’s the Truth They Don’t Want You to Know Read More

Families and finances
Personal Finance

What Comes After, ‘I Do?’

May 15, 2025May 15, 2025 - by Joe Oliver

Marriage is more than a ceremony — it’s a union of families and finances. When you and your partner are honest with each other about money and financial goals, it can help …

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PA Capitol
Government / Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Protect Vulnerable Homeowners

May 9, 2025May 8, 2025 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has overwhelmingly approved House Bill 96, aimed at protecting older adults and incapacitated individuals from losing their homes due to unpaid property …

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Capitol
Government / Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania House Passes Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit Bill

May 8, 2025May 7, 2025 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has approved legislation introduced by Rep. Christina Sappey, D-Chester, designed to provide financial relief to nearly one million working residents. House Bill …

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Funds
Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Reports $6.2 Billion in General Fund Revenue for April, Exceeding Estimates

May 4, 2025May 4, 2025 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania reported $6.2 billion in General Fund revenue for April, surpassing estimates by $363.2 million, or 6.2 percent, according to Revenue Secretary Pat Browne. The fiscal year-to-date …

Pennsylvania Reports $6.2 Billion in General Fund Revenue for April, Exceeding Estimates Read More
Real estate
National / Real Estate

How Rising Home Values Are Changing Your Property Tax Bill

April 22, 2025April 20, 2025 - by Timothy Alexander

IRVINE, CA — Property taxes levied on U.S. single-family homes totaled $357.5 billion in 2024, down 1.6% from the previous year, according to ATTOM’s newly released property tax analysis. Despite …

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