Wagner’s resignation, first reported by the Philadelphia Inquirer, was confirmed this evening by his campaign spokesperson Andrew Romeo.

“[Wagner] realizes that the way he can bring about the most change and do the most good for the commonwealth is to devote all his time and energy toward getting elected governor and giving Pennsylvanians a different choice,” Romeo said in an email.

Following up on last year’s pension reform bill, Rep. Mike Tobash (R-Schuylkill) and State Treasurer Joe Torsella announced the start of a review of the state’s retirement system Wednesday.

The bipartisan duo serve as the chair and vice chair, respectively, of the Public Pension Management and Asset Investment Review Commission. 

Rep. Judy Ward (R-Blair) sat down with The PLS Reporter to talk about her bill that would establish education savings accounts for families with students with special needs or gifted children.  

Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto Tuesday announced two executive orders intended to increase minority participation in the construction industry.