BY ELIZABETH ESTRADA FOR SPOTLIGHT PA ON OCTOBER 14, 2024.

The 2024 election is critical, with Pennsylvania playing a pivotal role in determining the next president. Find out how to register, locate your polling place, vote by mail, and more in this comprehensive election guide.

BY NIGEL THOMPSON BY OCTOBER 16, 2024

Donald Trump, the Republican nominee for a third time, focuses his 2024 campaign on immigration and the economy. His plans include completing the border wall, mass deportations, and addressing inflation through deregulation and tax cuts. Trump also emphasizes foreign policy, opposing U.S. involvement in Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas conflict, while pushing right-wing cultural issues like banning "critical race theory" in schools.

BY ELIZABETH ESTRADA OF SPOTLIGHT PA ON SEPT. 12, 2024.

Students in Pennsylvania's almost 300 colleges, universities, and technical schools will be eligible voters in the upcoming election. This comprehensive guide will help student determine their eligibility status and understand how to make their voice heard on the ballot.

BY KATIE MEYER OF SPOTLIGHT PA ON AUGUST 19, 2024.

What happens if Pennsylvania's governor steps down? Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis may have to prepare for a potential transition should Governor Josh Shapiro advance to a higher office or depart. Pennsylvania's leadership and political landscape may change according to its political succession plan.

BY DANIELLE OHL OF SPOTLIGHT PA; JESSICA LUSSENHOP OF PROPUBLICA; AND IRINA BUCUR, TRACY LETURGEY AND EDDIE TRIZZINO OF THE BUTLER EAGLE ON AUGUST 20, 2024

Local police in Butler, PA were warned of vulnerabilities prior to former President Trump's rally, but a security breakdown, poor coordination, and other issues led to a gunman injuring Trump and killing one man. Officials recommend improvements in security if Trump returns.

BY ED MAHON OF SPOTLIGHT PA & KATE GIAMMARISE OF WESA ON MAY 6, 2024

Records obtained by Spotlight PA and WESA reveal how Pa. counties used tens of millions in opioid settlement dollars. Counties are waiting to hear if an oversight board will publicly approve their strategies.

BY CHRIS BAXTER, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND EDITOR-IN-CHIEF OF SPOTLIGHT PA ON APRIL 24, 2024

Spotlight PA is excited to announce an expansion to provide Philadelphia residents greater public access to journalism via a new partnership with ¡Presente! Media.