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A state task force is hunting for misleading AI chatbots as the Shapiro admin vows legal crackdown

by Jaxon White of Spotlight PA May 12, 2026May 12, 2026

A Shapiro administration lawsuit alleges that software known as Character.AI, which creates fictional personalities for users to interact with, posed as a licensed doctor and offered medical advice to a state investigator, violating state law.

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Technology

Deepfakes laws not moving at the speed of AI

by Atiya Irvin-Mitchell May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

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Economy & Housing

Pittsburgh residents call for action on rising costs

by Sophia Lucente May 6, 2026May 8, 2026

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Pennsylvania

In the PR battle for AI data centers, tech giants have a blue-collar ally

by Marc Levy, Associated Press May 5, 2026May 5, 2026

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Election 2026

Voter Guide to the 2026 primaries: Congress, Pa. House and more

by Charlie Wolfson May 4, 2026April 30, 2026

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ABORTION ACCESS

Pennsylvania judges say blocking Medicaid for abortion violates state constitution

by Katie Meyer of Spotlight PA April 20, 2026April 20, 2026

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Environment

Hearing on Shell’s Beaver County cracker plant brings out economic benefits and health concerns

by Katherine Weaver April 9, 2026April 9, 2026

NEWS PARTNERS

Pennsylvania could require paid family leave — if lawmakers can decide who bears the cost

by Jaxon White of Spotlight PA April 8, 2026April 7, 2026

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Pennsylvania

Pa. Supreme Court strikes down mandatory life sentences for 2nd-degree convictions

by Danielle Ohl of Spotlight PA March 27, 2026March 28, 2026

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Environment

Lawmakers advance bill to boost oversight of new data center water use

by Ian Karbal March 25, 2026March 24, 2026

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