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Pa. unemployment rate drops to 4.1%; nonfarm jobs reach record high
Pennsylvania's unemployment rate dropped to 4.1% in June, with nonfarm jobs reaching a record high, reflecting strong labor market growth.
Pa. Chambers urge lawmakers to boost child care workforce funding
Pennsylvania chambers of commerce call for increased funding to support child care workforce recruitment, retention, and early learning programs in the state budget.
Shapiro Admin seeks increased minimum wage for workforce
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh is advocating for continued investments in the workforce.
Shapiro’s budget proposals draw mixed reviews
Governor Josh Shapiro presented his 2026-27 budget proposal to a joint session of the General Assembly, drawing mixed reviews.
PA organizations urge Gov. Shapiro, lawmakers to improve economic outlook
Pennsylvania organizations are urging Gov. Josh Shapiro ahead of the FY 2026-27 budget address to improve the economic outlook.
Small businesses being squeezed, experts say
Small businesses say costs haven’t stabilized. Food, rent, insurance, and labor remain high, forcing many owners to delay hiring, absorb losses, or restructure operations.
Gas prices continue to drop
Gas prices continue to decline across Pennsylvania and the U.S., with the national average dropping below $3 for the first time in four years, AAA reports.
NFIB encourages Pa. Small Business Saturday
NFIB is encouraging shoppers to support local small businesses this Small Business Saturday and throughout the holiday season.
Where does Pa. rank in business climate?
DCED Secretary Rick Siger said the Site Selection Magazine ranking confims that Pennsylvania's economic development strategy is producing results.
PASSHE seeks to strengthen college credit transfer, Pa. workforce
PASSHE is working to aid thousands of students to graduate sooner and at lower cost while filling jobs in healthcare, education, STEM, and other careers.
Pa.’s early childhood education system in crisis, report reveals
Pennsylvania’s early care and education system is facing a crisis, according to a report released by Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children.
Shapiro enacts emergency assistance for Pa. food network; wins SNAP suit against Trump Admin
Gov. Shapiro announced new state-led efforts to support Pa.’s charitable food network and the two million Pennsylvanians who rely on SNAP after the Trump Administration refused to fund benefits amid the ongoing federal government shutdown.
