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Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro speaks at a press conference.
Courts & Law

Pennsylvania prosecutor sues to block GOP election subpoena

The lawsuit from state Attorney General Josh Shapiro, a Democrat, is the second thus far targeting a subpoena approved last week by the Republican-controlled Senate committee.

4 years ago

Gov. Wolf, Lawmakers Discuss Violence Intervention and Prevention Grant Opportunity for PA Communities.
Politics & Policy

Wolf urges community groups to apply for anti-violence grants

The state of Pennsylvania has $30 million to spend on anti-violence programs, and this time around community groups are targeted for the money.

4 years ago

Vehicles are under water during flooding in Norristown
Science
StateImpact Pennsylvania

Pa. won’t hit climate goals without increasing efforts now, report says

The Wolf Administration says a new plan can help the commonwealth reach its greenhouse gas reduction goals by 2050 and help avoid the worst effects of climate change.

4 years ago

Sensors and lights are seen at the west bound toll gate of the Pennsylvania Turnpike
Politics & Policy

Pa. Turnpike’s $104M in unpaid tolls draws senators’ scrutiny

An internal report indicated that motorists who do not use E-ZPass have a nearly 1 in 2 chance of riding without paying under the “toll-by-plate” license plate camera system.

4 years ago

Gov. Tom Wolf speaks a a press conference
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Pa. lawmakers know a dementia care crisis is coming. Will they agree on a response?

The Wolf administration is focused on general improvements to nursing homes, including increasing the amount of direct care residents get each day.

4 years ago

Shown is the Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg, Pa., Monday, May 6, 2019. (Matt Rourke/AP Photo)
Keystone Crossroads
Politics & Policy

What you need to know about the 2022 Pa. governor’s race

Cook Political Report, which is tracking gubernatorial races around the country, has the race rated as one of the country’s few true toss-ups.

4 years ago

State Rep. Kevin Boyle stands behind a podium
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Pa. state Democratic lawmaker quietly stripped of committee leadership, Capitol access

State Rep. Kevin Boyle of Philadelphia has been sidelined over what he called “incorrect information” about him. Democratic leaders have not disclosed the reason for the move.

4 years ago

Kids, wearing masks, are surrounded by confetti outside during a ceremony
Keystone Crossroads
Education

Seven Philly-area schools honored with Blue Ribbon awards

The awards honor schools that have achieved academic excellence or made substantial strides in closing the achievement gap.

4 years ago

Officers at the Cumberland County Prison walk the halls
Keystone Crossroads
Politics & Policy

Pa. commission votes to scale back ‘prison gerrymandering’ reform made last month

A commission added a carveout to count those serving sentences that will end after April 1, 2030 — the date of the next census — in prison districts.

4 years ago

Parkway Central Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia
Keystone Crossroads
Community

Public jobs recovering slower than private sector, straining basic gov’t operations

Effects range from service cuts to an added strain on existing workers, with some municipal operations struggling to function in their basic duties.

4 years ago

People walk by the Pennsylvania Judicial Center at the state Capitol in Harrisburg.
Courts & Law

Pennsylvania appeals court judge candidates to take part in online forum

Eight candidates for four open seats on Pennsylvania's appeals courts are expected to participate in an online forum, six weeks ahead of the November election.

4 years ago

A close-up of Lou Barletta
Politics & Policy

Barletta signs anti-tax pledge in GOP campaign for governor

Lou Barletta, the former congressman seeking the Republican nomination for governor of Pennsylvania, has signed a pledge that commits him to oppose tax increases.

4 years ago

FEMA spokesperson is pictured
Community

Disaster recovery centers open in Montco, Delco to help with damage from Hurricane Ida

Residents reeling from the impacts of Hurricane Ida can now get help applying for federal and state aid in their own communities.

4 years ago

Kate Winslet
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Hoagies get an Emmys shoutout as ‘Mare of Easttown’ wins stoke talk of second season

Kate Winslet’s Wawa-inspired character really connected with fans.

4 years ago

Gov. Tom Wolf speaking about the importance of mask mandates in schools, in Norristown, Pa. on September 8, 2021. (Office of Gov. Wolf)
Radio Times
Community

Regional Roundup – 9/20/21

Lawsuits against mask mandates in PA schools are heating up. And, it's time for fall gardening! Horticulture expert Jenny Rose Carey joins us to talk about the harvest.

Air Date: September 20, 2021 10:00 am

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