Pennsylvania

Republican Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill's amendment responds to problems in York County, which she represents, but would have statewide benefits.

Cheyney University has run out of lifelines and delays over the status of its accreditation.

People from Adams and Philadelphia counties are hoping their shared views on the criminal justice system can make a difference.

A major advocacy group for Pennsylvania farmers says many have had to change the way they do business to stay afloat financially.

The lack of transparency or public checks in filling judicial vacancies is getting renewed scrutiny this year because of Wolf’s choice for the appellate seat: Drew Crompton.

Dark Waters dramatizes the true story of a former corporate lawyer who exposed the effects of toxic PFAS chemicals discharged into a creek in West Virginia.

People abused as children will be able to file criminal suits against their abusers no matter how much time has passed.

Pennsylvania is one of three states where high school football enrollment is not in decline.

Among other things, the measures would impose longer sentences for assaulting guards, and punish prisoners for a broader range of crimes.

A scientist at Johns Hopkins University told a public health conference that Pennsylvania should ban fracking because of its impact on public health and climate change.

Under current law, lawmakers can accept whatever gifts they want, no matter the cost. For the first time in recent memory, the House may be poised to change that.

A proposed bill would require the Legislature to OK Pennsylvania becoming part of Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.

The building where the society is housed was the venue for the first Pa. women’s rights convention. But the collection is endangered by a leaky roof.

Supporters say the measure would ensure parents have an opportunity for closure. Opponents say it could discourage women from getting abortions.

They’ll now get at least 42½ hours per week out of their cell, and will be allowed to eat and attend religious services with other inmates.