There are four highly competitive U.S. House races in Pennsylvania, more than any other state. Democrats hope to flip them all.

(WHTM) – Pennsylvanians will return to the polls in just a few months for the 2026 primary election. According to the Pennsylvania Department of State, as of December 2, 2025, the spring primary election is set for May 19,

Counties use a variety of methods to cast lots, but it typically involves drawing a numbered object — a piece of paper, ping pong ball, playing card, etc. — out of a box or bag. Depending on the county, whichever candidate draws the higher or lower number wins the election.

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Two months into Pennsylvania’s budget stalemate, Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R) said his caucus would be open to a $49 billion plan to end the gridlock. But a final deal — which landed on a not very different $50.

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