Pennsylvania
Millions of low-income families in states like Pennsylvania may face delays in receiving home heating aid due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.
7 months ago
‘Fund SNAP, not ICE’: Philadelphians call for expanded, continued SNAP benefits
Rallygoers were concerned that despite two judges’ rulings calling for funds to be restored, SNAP benefits will still be delayed and in danger amid the government shutdown.
7 months ago
Listen 1:10Philadelphia food banks rush to meet increased demand amid SNAP freeze
Gov. Josh Shapiro is setting aside $5 million to aid food banks during the SNAP freeze. But nonprofits say more is needed.
7 months ago
Listen 1:14Shapiro pledges $5M in ‘emergency’ state aid to food banks as SNAP crisis grows in Pennsylvania
The announcement came minutes after a judge ruled in favor of Pennsylvania and other states suing to make the Trump administration use contingency funds to fund SNAP.
7 months ago
SEPTA granted extension on inspecting Regional Rail cars
The transit agency has until Nov. 14 to inspect more than 100 remaining cars. Until then, commuters can expect crowded trips.
7 months ago
Pa. attorney general files criminal charge against fracking company
The charges allege that Seneca Resources polluted water in eight counties. The company says it is working with the state to reach a “reasonable resolution.”
7 months ago
Listen 0:45Democrats, allied groups pour millions into Pennsylvania Supreme Court race to counter GOP campaign
At issue in Tuesday's election is whether the three justices will each serve another term, up to 10 years.
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Congress remains deadlocked over extending federal health insurance subsidies and Pennsylvania makes contingency plans for disruption in the marketplace later.
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How the Pa. Supreme Court retention race could impact environmental protection
In the typically sleepy Supreme Court retention election, the focus is on voting rights and abortion. But the court also decides major environmental cases.
7 months ago
Listen 1:14Anti-abortion activists face significant hurdles in their efforts to limit reproductive health rights. But accomplishing that is far from impossible.
7 months ago
Listen 1:15Suspect identified in 1962 murder of a 9-year-old girl in Bucks County
The announcement comes 63 years after 9-year-old Carol Ann Dougherty was murdered at St. Mark's Roman Catholic Church.
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Fentanyl has far surpassed heroin as the most common opioid found in the commonwealth, said state Attorney General Dave Sunday.
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Listen 0:47Pa. man who spent 43 years in prison before his conviction was overturned now faces deportation
The Trump administration plans to act on a 1999 deportation order despite his murder conviction being overturned because Subramanyam Vedam also has a drug conviction.
7 months ago
An ‘exuberantly eclectic’ new building is set to open at Chestnut Hill’s Woodmere Museum
The new Maguire Hall is a 173-year-old industrialist’s mansion converted into a showcase of Philadelphia artists.
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Listen 1:23Pennsylvania and 10 other states, including New Jersey and Delaware, are suing FEMA and the DHS.
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