Pennsylvania
Inside Pa.’s Peach Bottom nuclear power plant
Three Mile Island might close down this year. But operators at the Peach Bottom Atomic Power Station hope to stay in business until at least 2053.
7 years ago
Boon or ‘black hole’? Pa. private school scholarship program considered for major expansion
A tax-break program that routes millions to Pennsylvania private schools could grow much larger if a new bill becomes law.
7 years ago
Listen 1:46Daylin’s dilemma: Why Daylin Leach’s political career may be derailed by sexual misconduct charges
Gov. Tom Wolf and others have called for Daylin Leach to step down amidst sexual misconduct allegations — but the Pa. state senator is standing firm.
Air Date: February 21, 2019
Listen 16:31The end of civil asset forfeiture? U.S. Supreme Court ruling has advocates hopeful
The U.S. Supreme Court placed limits on the civil asset forfeiture, but Pennsylvania’s high court already reined in the program throughout the state.
7 years ago
Auditor general pushes to reduce gun deaths, focusing on mental health resources
The auditor general's report calls on the state "to expand access to mental health funding, especially in rural areas." It's one of 12 recommendations included in the report.
7 years ago
Trial slated to begin today over mail policy in state prisons
Corrections maintains the retained letters are kept secure, but the ACLU argues they can't be sure the letters aren't tampered with.
7 years ago
New law to curb witness intimidation in Pa. is criticized by watchdogs
Critics call the law redundant, “excessively broad,” and potentially unconstitutional.
7 years ago
Drilling on shaky ground: Why Chesco’s DA is investigating the Mariner East pipeline project
Construction of the Mariner East 2 pipeline has been plagued by mishaps and delays. Now, the Chester County District Attorney has launched a criminal investigation.
Air Date: February 19, 2019
Listen 14:10Finding younger farmers: Gov. Wolf proposes tax breaks, loans in new Pa. Farm Bill
The agriculture industry is facing a workforce shortage and Gov. Tom Wolf’s administration hopes to address it with the Pennsylvania Farm Bill.
7 years ago
Legal resident sues central Pa. judge over wedding day detainment
The ACLU said Pennsylvania Judge Elizabeth Beckley violated Alexander Parker's civil rights with unlawful detention, interfering with the right to marry, and discrimination.
7 years ago
Proposals call for more resources for emergency responders in Pa.
Two legislative efforts at the state Capitol aim to add resources for paramedics and EMTs including those dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder.
7 years ago
5 ways to explore Black History Month with your kids over Presidents’ Day Weekend
Have you made plans for your family for the upcoming President’s Day weekend?
7 years ago
Pa. to begin its own process of setting health limit for two PFAS chemicals
As the EPA launches national PFAS plan, Pennsylvania says its people "can’t wait" for the federal government.
7 years ago
Tamaqua teachers continue legal fight against arming school staff despite court ruling
A Schuylkill County judge says she needs more information from the Tamaqua Area Education Association before ruling on a policy that would allow some staff to carry firearms.
7 years ago
EPA to propose limits for PFOA and PFOS, chemicals contaminating soil and water
EPA says it will propose health standards for two chemicals contaminating soil and drinking water. Critics say the EPA is dragging its feet on protecting public health.
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