POLITICS


Analysis: GOP broadens its scope

2013-05-18 00:12:23

Republican charges range from the clearly questionable to the seemingly specious, and they grow by the day.


Pittsburgh police special events office, integral to federal investigation, to move Downtown

2013-05-17 11:36:17

Pittsburgh Public Safety Director Michael Huss told the FOP president the office will move from the police bureau's North Side headquarters.


Former Pennsylvania Gov. Leader recalled as caring, innovative

Former Pennsylvania Gov. Leader recalled as caring, innovative

2013-05-17 00:16:28

Nearly 500 mourners gathered for the funeral Thursday of former Pennsylvania Gov. George Leader.


Pittsburgh mayoral campaigns trade accusations

2013-05-17 00:03:22

With less than a week to go before the primary, the two leading candidates for mayor step up the charges against each other.


Contractor's bid on Riverview park work questioned

2013-05-16 00:15:49

Officials defended a process that led to an award of a $1.55 million park improvement to a contractor with ties to Mayor Luke Ravenstahl.


Wagner goes positive in newest Pittsburgh campaign ad

2013-05-15 00:12:21

Jack Wagner joined his chief opponent, city Councilman Bill Peduto in heading into the home stretch of the mayor's race on a positive note.


Macey in District 9: The county councilman is the Dems' best choice

2013-05-15 00:11:53

The Post-Gazette editorial board endorses county Councilman Bob Macey for the Democratic nomination in District 9.


Allegheny County Common Pleas Court candidates rated by bar

2013-05-15 00:03:33

Here are the 13 candidates for Allegheny County Common Pleas Court and their county bar association ratings.


Ravenstahl attorney: Contractor documents for home renovation given to federal prosecutors

Ravenstahl attorney: Contractor documents for home renovation given to federal prosecutors

2013-05-14 23:16:37

Charles Porter Jr. was responding to a story the P-G reported Friday about work done by Allstate Development on the mayor's Fineview home.


Pennsylvania senators hear debate on liquor privatization

2013-05-14 16:20:59

A Senate panel heard testimony Tuesday from representatives of the various retailers selling alcohol in Pennsylvania.


State senator to rework farm photography proposal

2013-05-14 13:29:42

State Sen. Mike Brubaker, R-Lancaster, plans to rewrite his proposal, which would restrict photography on farms.


Pennsylvania Senate names Pittsburgh's 31st Street Bridge for veteran killed in Vietnam

2013-05-14 13:02:01

A 20-year-old machine gun squad leader, Raymond Prom, of Reserve Township, received the Medal of Honor after his death in 1969.


Sestak hints at 2016 Senate run against Toomey

2013-05-14 11:39:07

Running for Pat Toomey's seat would seem to take Joe Sestak out of the field seeking to challenge Republican Gov. Tom Corbett's reelection.


Corbett administration wants federal government to reconsider changes to PA Fair Care program

2013-05-14 11:32:02

The Pennsylvania Insurance Department asked the federal government to continue paying the full, uncapped cost of the PA Fair Care program.


Pittsburgh city councilman pushes tax relief

Pittsburgh city councilman pushes tax relief

2013-05-14 11:02:56

A Pittsburgh city councilman proposed a tax relief program for homeowners bitten by assessment jumps.


Pittsburgh Democratic mayoral candidates Wagner, Peduto battle over PNC aid in 2006

Pittsburgh Democratic mayoral candidates Wagner, Peduto battle over PNC aid in 2006

2013-05-14 00:06:10

Two of the candidates for mayor clashed over the use of $18 million in tax increment financing to help support the Three PNC Plaza project.


Two for the GOP: Baker and Kress rate county council nominations

2013-05-14 00:05:31

For Allegheny County Council, the Post-Gazette editorial board backs Tom Baker in District 1 and Ed Kress in District 3.


Peduto pulls ahead of Wagner in latest poll of race for Pittsburgh mayor

2013-05-13 12:47:18

Councilman Bill Peduto is in front of Jack Wagner, 39-32 percent, in the Democratic primary race, an independent poll shows.


13 vying for 4 spots on Allegheny County Common Pleas Court

2013-05-13 11:34:53

Thirteen candidates are running for four judgeships on Allegheny County Common Pleas Court.


Miller for the House: His aims for serving the 42nd District are clear

2013-05-13 00:06:30

In a special election to fill a vacant state House seat, the Post-Gazette editorial board endorses Democrat Dan Miller.


Three seek to capture Pennsylvania House seat Smith left for Senate

2013-05-13 00:03:38

Three Mt. Lebanon men are battling for the 42nd House District seat in a special election held during the primary.


Obituary: John Smith / Longtime mayor of Mount Oliver

2013-05-13 00:03:23

John W. Smith Sr., the municipality's longtime mayor, worked tirelessly to make Mount Oliver the center of the universe.


Why are Pennsylvania women hard to find in politics?

2013-05-12 00:18:34

Are women less likely to be encouraged to run for political office as youngsters? A recent study from American University suggests so.


Pittsburgh mayoral candidates reaching out to core voters

2013-05-12 00:12:39

The main candidates for the top job are focused on getting their core voters to the polls, while racing to multiple events across the city.


Two seek Democrats' nod for Pennsylvania Superior Court

Two seek Democrats' nod for Pennsylvania Superior Court

2013-05-12 00:10:42

Democratic voters will choose between Pittsburgher Jack McVay or Joseph Waters of Philadelphia in the Superior Court race in the primary.


Primary 2013: Pittsburgh mayor's race based more on personality

Primary 2013: Pittsburgh mayor's race based more on personality

2013-05-12 00:02:14

The Democratic mayoral primary is shaping up to be a battle based more on candidates' personalities than ideologies.


Ravenstahl PAC gives $10,000 to Wheatley

2013-05-11 00:05:33

Mayor Ravenstahl's political action committee was one of the lead contributors to mayoral candidate Jake Wheatley of the Hill District.


Lavelle in District 6: The city councilman deserves another term

2013-05-10 00:19:35

In the Democratic primary, the Post-Gazette endorses Pittsburgh Councilman R. Daniel Lavelle for nomination.


Protesters deliver handmade flowers to Corbett's office in Downtown Pittsburgh

2013-05-09 14:18:13

Although Mr. Corbett was not in town, only one member of the organization Working America was allowed entrance into the governor's office.


Federal investigation of Pittsburgh police reaches Ravenstahl's office

Federal investigation of Pittsburgh police reaches Ravenstahl's office

2013-05-09 08:31:44

Sgt. Matthew Gauntner and Sgt. Dominick Sciulli as well as the Mayor Ravenstahl's personal secretary testified before the grand jury.


Pennsylvania high court grapples with judge retirement age

2013-05-09 00:20:36

Pennsylvania's highest court hears arguments in a case that could personally affect the justices.


Primary 2013/North: Allegheny County candidates

2013-05-09 00:13:44

Here is the list of candidates to be nominated in the May 21 primary election for Allegheny County municipalities and school districts:


Gilman in District 8: He's the best of the Democrats for city council

2013-05-09 00:09:36

In a three-way race, the Post-Gazette editorial board backs Dan Gilman for the District 8 city council nomination.


Primary 2013/South: Allegheny County candidates

2013-05-09 00:05:26

Here is the list of candidates to be nominated in the May 21 primary election for Allegheny County municipalities and school districts:


Primary 2013/West: Allegheny County candidates

2013-05-09 00:04:46

Here is the list of candidates to be nominated in the May 21 primary election for Allegheny County municipalities and school districts:


Primary 2013/East: Allegheny County candidates

2013-05-09 00:04:05

Here is the list of candidates to be nominated in the May 21 primary election for Allegheny County municipalities and school districts:


Pennsylvania inmate sues over solitary confinement

2013-05-08 18:59:54

Convicted murderer Russell Shoatz claims he has been kept in solitary confinement for 21 years despite good conduct.


Pittsburgh City Council advances bill on domestic violence

2013-05-08 14:21:55

Women's groups consider it a landmark move for Pittsburgh to adopt a policy on how police officers respond to domestic violence calls.


Pittsburgh region to lose seat apiece in House, Senate

2013-05-08 12:11:14

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court on Wednesday approved new maps for the state's 203 House and 50 Senate seats.


U.S. Senate to vote today on bill to fund locks, dams, ports

2013-05-08 09:15:22

Proponents say it is an infrastructure bill; opponents claim it is an earmark.


Tourism payroll challenged by Allegheny County councilman

2013-05-08 00:12:21

The agency spends half its annual budget on salaries and bonuses, the councilman said.


Mayoral candidates assess their opponents, Ravenstahl administration

2013-05-08 00:11:21

The candidates for Pittsburgh mayor were paragons of decorum, finding words of praise for one another and even for Mayor Luke Ravenstahl.


Obituary: Robert Stumpp / Devoted himself to those in need

Obituary: Robert Stumpp / Devoted himself to those in need

2013-05-08 00:05:25

A Catholic convert who cared for the poor through a career in Allegheny County government has died.


GOP bills would change Pennsylvania pensions

2013-05-08 00:04:17

It remains unclear whether broad changes can be made to the retirement systems for Pennsylvania state and public school employees.


Rudiak in District 4: City Dems have no need to change on council

2013-05-08 00:04:03

The Post-Gazette editorial board says Councilwoman Natalia Rudiak deserves the Democratic nomination to run for a new term.


Orie Melvin, sister guilty of corruption, put on house arrest

Orie Melvin, sister guilty of corruption, put on house arrest

2013-05-07 23:46:12

Former state Supreme Court justice Joan Orie Melvin was sentenced to house arrest and probation after her conviction for public corruption.


Federal inquiry into Pittsburgh police widens as jury gets more files

2013-05-07 23:41:30

Officials say some of the documents concern Pittsburgh parking variances and were turned over to prosecutors.


VisitPittsburgh spends half of income on salaries and bonuses, Allegheny County councilman says

2013-05-07 17:50:29

Councilman Matt Drozd, R-Ross, said he will call on his fellow council members to consider building a new tourist promotion agency.


Three men arrested for stealing campaign signs

2013-05-07 16:37:01

Lt. Rodney Steele was one of two cops to initially investigate missing signs supporting Steel Valley school board candidate Coyleen Steele.


Bill requires VA to report infectious disease to agencies

2013-05-07 13:11:29

U.S. Sen. Bob Casey introduced a bill requiring the VA Health System to report "notifiable" infections to health agencies.


Former Pittsburgh Mayor Masloff hospitalized

Former Pittsburgh Mayor Masloff hospitalized

2013-05-07 11:39:09

A family spokesman says former Pittsburgh Mayor Sophie Masloff, 95, hasn't been feeling well and has been admitted to UPMC Shadyside.


2 Pittsburgh mayoral candidates clash over past roles on council

2013-05-07 00:07:49

Pittsburgh City Councilman Bill Peduto asserts that opponent Jack Wagner has been a polarized figure as council president in the 1990s.


Former Pennsylvania Justice Orie Melvin, sister face sentencing today

2013-05-07 00:07:09

Prosecutors seek incarceration for Ms. Orie Melvin and her sister, convicted in February of misusing state-paid employees.


Allegheny County sells its Oakland health building

2013-05-07 00:05:02

The county signed a $4.9 million sales agreement last week for the Allegheny County Health Department building in Oakland.


McVay is superior: Dems have a skilled choice for the appellate court

2013-05-07 00:03:54

For Democratic voters, the Post-Gazette editorial board endorses Common Pleas Court Judge Jack McVay for the Superior Court nomination.


Pittsburgh wants UPMC lawsuit aired in state court

2013-05-06 16:22:36

The city calls UPMC the top beneficiary of taxpayers and seeks a suit's return to state court.


Corbett orders flags to half-staff to honor Shenango Township officer killed last week

2013-05-06 13:00:46

Flags at the Capitol and in Lawrence County will be lowered until sunset May 8, the day of Officer William J. McCarthy's funeral.


Allegheny County official opposes paying Election Day constables

2013-05-06 00:09:40

Constables get paid to sit around all day on Election Day, a county council member says.


3 vie for District 9 Pittsburgh school board seat

3 vie for District 9 Pittsburgh school board seat

2013-05-06 00:08:47

Three newcomers seek the city school board seat in District 9.


School choices: A mixed bag of contenders is running for the board

2013-05-06 00:03:13

The Post-Gazette editorial board supports Kennedy, Klug and Prater-Holliday in contested races for the Pittsburgh school board.


Koch Brothers planning more political involvement

Koch Brothers planning more political involvement

2013-05-05 00:16:42

The Kochs are planning to substantially increase their involvement in Republican Party affairs.


Peduto, in third Pittsburgh mayoral race, says city at crossroads

Peduto, in third Pittsburgh mayoral race, says city at crossroads

2013-05-05 00:08:08

Bill Peduto has been the foil to Mayor Luke Ravenstahl's administration, working to defeat policy proposals and criticizing missteps.


Accusations fly during heated Pittsburgh mayoral debate

2013-05-05 00:05:40

Three candidates clashed over a controversial TV ad and other issues during a forum Saturday.


Wagner for mayor: His experience makes him Pittsburgh's best choice

2013-05-05 00:02:34

Jack Wagner's leadership skills earned him endorsement by the Post-Gazette editorial board for the Democratic nomination for mayor.


Pittsburgh Democratic mayoral candidates can't stop debating

2013-05-03 00:10:39

The cast of characters in the Pittsburgh mayor's race has changed, but the march of debates has gone on.


Pittsburgh Primary 2013: Union leaders defend Peduto against attack ads

Pittsburgh Primary 2013: Union leaders defend Peduto against attack ads

2013-05-03 00:10:36

Bill Peduto's labor supporters strike back at Luke Ravenstahl attack ad, but bring focus to a vote by the councilman.


Westmoreland County judge candidates to speak

2013-05-02 05:09:42

The Westmoreland Chamber of Commerce and the Westmoreland Bar Association will sponsor a public forum Wednesday with the candidates.


Pittsburgh mayoral candidate Jack Wagner distances himself from ads

Pittsburgh mayoral candidate Jack Wagner distances himself from ads

2013-05-02 00:20:42

Responding to Luke Ravenstahl's attack ads on Bill Peduto, Mr. Wagner says the men "need to grow up."


Means for council: She's the informed choice for the county's District 5

2013-05-02 00:11:33

Because of her knowledge of the issues, Sue Means has earned the Post-Gazette's endorsement for Allegheny County Council District 5.


Pennsylvania fiscal office projects $520M revenue shortfall

2013-05-01 18:53:01

Lower consumer spending and lower sales tax receipts mean lower-than-hoped-for revenues for Pennsylvania coffers.


Pittsburgh mayoral candidate Wagner: 'It's about time adults were running city government'

2013-05-01 14:59:12

Calling "childish" the back-and-forth arguments between Bill Peduto and Mayor Luke Ravenstahl, Jack Wagner said he was a alternative.


Pittsburgh City Council wavers on domestic violence

2013-05-01 14:37:24

A proposal to eliminate zero tolerance for domestic violence in the city code led to a heated discussion at Pittsburgh City Council.


Pittsburgh City Council gives initial approval to first valet-parking ordinance

2013-05-01 14:04:54

Councilman R. Daniel Lavelle said some operators charge customers for valet parking and put cars illegally in to on-street parking nearby.


Acting welfare secretary nominated for the job

2013-05-01 10:46:14

Beverly Mackereth has extensive human services experience.


Chairman of secretive group behind ad attacking Bill Peduto: Luke Ravenstahl

2013-05-01 09:11:42

Pittsburgh's outgoing mayor is listed as chairman of the Committee for a Better Pittsburgh in documents KDKA-TV filed with the FCC.


Court of approval: Five deserve nominations for Common Pleas

2013-05-01 00:02:16

From a field of 13, the Post-Gazette editorial board endorses five for party nominations: Ward, Tranquilli, Bush, Crawford and Connelly.


Whitaker mayor says politics played role in drunkenness charge

2013-05-01 00:01:35

The Whitaker mayor is found guilty on the charge but claims the citation stemmed from borough politics.


Corbett and two other GOP governors rip Affordable Care Act

2013-04-30 00:29:50

He joined the governors of Maine and Wisconsin to tell business leaders in D.C. on Monday that the Affordable Care Act is destined to fail.


Pennsylvania judge in voter ID case demands database info

2013-04-30 00:15:33

The judge hearing a challenge to Pennsylvania's voter ID law has ordered the state to turn over information from its databases.


Peduto closes gap on Wagner in Pittsburgh mayor's race, poll shows

2013-04-30 00:00:56

City Councilman Bill Peduto and former Auditor General Jack Wagner are in a dead heat as negative ads proliferate.


Bills require VA report infectious diseases to states

2013-04-29 15:59:37

A U.S. House bill would require the VA to report infectious diseases.


Corbett's approval ratings still dismal, new poll says

2013-04-29 11:26:19

Pennsylvania voters disapprove of the first-term Republican's job performance 47-38 percent, according to the latest Quinnipiac poll.


Republicans warn of inaction on Syria

2013-04-29 00:17:33

They fear that failure to intervene in Syria would embolden nations like Iran and North Korea.


National Briefs / Charlotte mayor earns nomination

2013-04-29 00:08:42

President Barack Obama will nominate Charlotte, N.C., mayor Anthony Foxx to be secretary of transportation today.


Pittsburgh mayoral campaign leads Wagner to open up about self, Vietnam

Pittsburgh mayoral campaign leads Wagner to open up about self, Vietnam

2013-04-28 00:15:28

Jack Wagner, 65, a stoic former Marine and a politician since the early 1980s, is making his life experience central to his campaign.


Poll shows widespread support for running of Pittsburgh Marathon

2013-04-26 06:35:50

The Quinnipiac University Poll says by 94-5 percent that the marathon should be run and by 89-5 percent that the event will be safe.


Pittsburgh primary 2013: Peduto parades supporters; Wagner trumpets experience

Pittsburgh primary 2013: Peduto parades supporters; Wagner trumpets experience

2013-04-26 00:04:23

Bill Peduto showcases support, hoping to counter Jack Wagner's momentum.


Primary 2013/Washington County: Eight candidates vie for two judicial seats

2013-04-25 05:33:03

The lawyers will vie for two open judicial seats on Washington County Common Pleas Court.


Bios of the candidates for two judicial seats in Washington County

2013-04-25 05:31:07

A look at the eight candidates:


Primary 2013/South: Seven vie for four seats on Peters Township school board

2013-04-25 05:24:46

There is stiff competition this year in the race with seven candidates vying for four available seats on the nine-member board.


Primary 2013/West: Winner to face District 5 Democrat for Allegheny County Council

2013-04-25 04:45:41

They may not have spent much time in the big chair yet, but don't call the two Republican candidates political newcomers.


Pittsburgh mayoral candidates share views on environmental issues

Pittsburgh mayoral candidates share views on environmental issues

2013-04-25 00:21:23

Three of the Democratic hopefuls were united in support for significant alterations to a multibillion-dollar Alcosan proposal.


U.S. judge found dead in Pittsburgh home

U.S. judge found dead in Pittsburgh home

2013-04-25 00:17:38

The death of Judge Gary L. Lancaster, 63, is being treated as natural, according to the Allegheny County medical examiner's office.


Peduto camp releases first attack ad of Pittsburgh mayoral race

2013-04-25 00:08:57

An ad from the Peduto camp criticizes another Pittsburgh mayoral hopeful, Jack Wagner.


Closing of Pennsylvania health centers challenged

2013-04-24 00:10:08

A case in Commonwealth Court looks at the issue of closing more than half of the Pennsylvania's state health centers.


House approves Pennsylvania abortion limits

2013-04-24 00:07:35

The Pennsylvania House bill prohibits insurance coverage of elective abortions on the health exchange.


Corbett's office says it will comply with Pennsylvania appeals court ruling

2013-04-24 00:05:40

The Commonwealth Court says the Pennsylvania governor's office must turn over calendar entries and emails after a right-to-know request.


Is a Sestak push for Pennsylvania governor at hand?

Is a Sestak push for Pennsylvania governor at hand?

2013-04-24 00:03:34

Former U.S. Rep. Joe Sestak's new Federal Election Commission filing shows he raised $460,250 in the first three months of 2013.


Report criticizes Pittsburgh VA handling of Legionnaires' outbreak

2013-04-23 15:09:47

A Legionnaires' outbreak that killed five at the Pittsburgh VA hospital occurred because procedures weren't followed, a federal report says.


U.S. Senate set to consider bill requiring Internet sales tax

2013-04-22 16:08:50

But Pennsylvania has already taken steps to collect taxes on online purchases.


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