With the halls of the state Capitol remaining quiet due to legislators being back in their home districts, political news did take place across the state over the weekend. To get caught up on all the latest, please see the articles below.

Rendell’s Christmas in July - Brad Bumsted, Pittsburgh Tribune Review

Rendell and lawmakers try to pull a fast one, but we aren’t that stupid - John Baer, Philadelphia Inquirer

Some Pennsylvania residents prefer to stay jobless, Corbett says - Associated Press

Lawmaker wants department’s name changed - Kari Andren, The Patriot News

Pennsylvania pension bill’s aid slight next year - Brad Bumsted, Pittsburg Tribune Review

Pa. set to put wine in easier reach - Evan Trowbridge, Philadelphia Inquirer