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Last week, PublicSource published a story that explored the public input and transparency practices of 10 City of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County boards and commissions.

Despite the fact that a pandemic-driven state law allowing panels to conduct virtual-only meetings expired two years ago, we found that some were still keeping the public out.

After the story went live, the Pittsburgh Public Schools board and the Urban Redevelopment Authority announced both will resume in-person public meetings next month.

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Public allowed into meetings following PublicSource probe of legality of virtual-only boards

Decisions on in-person access to Pittsburgh Public Schools and Urban Redevelopment Authority meetings follow a PublicSource exploration of transparency in board processes and compliance with open meetings laws.

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With Election Day around the corner, PublicSource local government reporter Charlie Wolfson compared Republican Allegheny County executive candidate Joe Rockey and Democratic candidate Sara Innamorato, outlining their backgrounds and stances on top issues.

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