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The latest reporting on the Pennsylvania state government’s response to the novel coronavirus, COVID-19.

Gov. Tom Wolf, flanked by advocates for nursing home operators and workers, in July celebrated the $600 million investment in long-term care facilities.

Thousands of Pa. nursing home workers may strike despite $600M for care in state budget

by Stephen Caruso of Spotlight PA

Workers for two for-profit companies fear the bulk of the money won’t be used to alleviate longer working hours, expanded job responsibilities, and even food rationing for residents.

Illustration of Pennsylvania COVID guide to finding resources on cases, vaccines, and tests.

Pa. COVID updates: Your guide to finding resources on cases, vaccines, and tests

by Spotlight PA Staff

Medical copays and limited in-person visitation have returned for people in Pennsylvania state prison, while restrictions remain for meals and other activities.

Despite high vaccination rates among Pa. prisoners, some COVID restrictions remain in place

by Danielle Ohl of Spotlight PA

Despite spikes in coronavirus infections and low child vaccination rates, schools across Pennsylvania have been slow to enroll in a free testing program offered by the state health department.

As virus surged, few Pa. schools signed up for free COVID-19 testing

by Jamie Martines of Spotlight PA

Lisa Stagon had to quit her job to care for her son, Chris, who is 26 and has Down syndrome.

Low pay is causing a staffing crisis for disability care. Advocates say Pa.’s plan to raise wages isn’t enough.

by Juliette Rihl for PublicSource and Colin Deppen of Spotlight PA

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