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Pennsylvanians feel the pinch after Trump dismisses affordability
| March 5, 2026
Pennsylvanians are still feeling the sticker shock of rising prices even though President Donald Trump ignored affordability concerns during his State of the Union address.War with Iran prompts sharp spike in Pennsylvania gas prices
| March 5, 2026
As of Thursday in Pennsylvania, the average price of gas is $3.35 a gallon, up just over 7% from $3.12 a week ago, according to AAA.Pa. pharmacists call on the state to take a bigger role in how they’re paid for Medicaid patients
| March 5, 2026
Their plan would sideline middlemen in the pharmaceutical supply chain known as pharmacy benefit managers — or PBMs.Tröegs was voted top brewery tour by USA TODAY readers for 6th year
| March 5, 2026
The one-hour tour of Tröegs takes visitors on a behind-the-scenes look at the mill room, hop cooler, brewhouse deck, fermentation cellars and packaging lines. This is the sixth consecutive year Tröegs has been honored by USA Today for their tour.When does daylight saving time begin? It’s time to change clocks
| March 5, 2026
Daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 8 when clocks "spring forward" and reset to 3 a.m. and it ends 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 1, when clocks "fall back" and reset to 1 a.m.More Pa. hospitals are creating private police forces to curb violence
| March 5, 2026
So as medical professionals across the nation report a worrying uptick in violence on the job, a growing number of the commonwealth's hospitals are branching into law enforcement.Families turn to states for civil rights support as Trump dismantles the Education Department
| March 5, 2026
One of the Education Department's biggest jobs is to police discrimination in America's schools. But amid mass firings and shifting priorities, that role has waned. In its place, there's an emerging push for states to step up.Your weekly guide to taking action in Pennsylvania (Mar. 6 – Mar. 12)
| March 4, 2026
A weekly roundup of Pennsylvania political events, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide, Friday, March 6, through Thursday, March 12.Get to know Pennsylvania’s viral animal stars
| March 4, 2026
These Pennsylvania animals have fans far beyond the state’s borders.State House Democrats: Pa. needs to prioritize universal pre-K
| March 4, 2026
Research indicates that a quality pre-kindergarten education prepares children for kindergarten and beyond.Gender-affirming health records from UPMC can’t be made anonymous, federal judge rules
| March 4, 2026
U.S. District Judge Cathy Bissoon said the DOJ’s request carries a “stench” of ill-intent.Erie could limit immigration enforcement to keep welcoming city status
| March 4, 2026
The city of Erie in 2020 was named a welcoming city by the national organization Welcoming America for its efforts to embrace immigrants and refugees.
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Pennsylvanians feel the pinch after Trump dismisses affordability
| March 5, 2026
Pennsylvanians are still feeling the sticker shock of rising prices even though President Donald Trump ignored affordability concerns during his State of the Union address.When does daylight saving time begin? It’s time to change clocks
| March 5, 2026
Daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 8 when clocks "spring forward" and reset to 3 a.m. and it ends 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 1, when clocks "fall back" and reset to 1 a.m.A skill game tax in Pa. would generate billions. But who would pay?
| March 4, 2026
Pennsylvania could pocket more than $1 billion each year in revenue by regulating and taxing skill games, the slot-like terminals tucked in many convenience stores and bars around the commonwealth.Erie’s Mercy Anchor Community Center: ‘Everybody deserves a second chance’
| March 4, 2026
The Erie nonprofit provides both transitional and long-term housing for homeless women and children who have been affected by substance abuse, domestic violence and other hardships.Celebrate Pennsylvania’s rich history: Free entry to museums and landmarks on Charter Day
| March 4, 2026
On March 4, 1861, William Penn was granted a charter from England’s King Charles II to create the state of Pennsylvania. To celebrate, many state sites are offering free admission on Sunday.What is a mud sale? Inside the Lancaster area’s Pennsylvania Dutch tradition
| March 3, 2026
Mud sales are a peek inside Pennsylvania Dutch culture—and a great way to score goods like Amish-made furniture, quilts, and farm and garden supplies.How one Pennsylvania nonprofit is showing up for families when the system doesn’t
| March 2, 2026
Nonprofit Maternity Care Coalition in Pennsylvania works to address the specific needs of clients in the area, as well as social inequities in healthcare and the workforce, and government policies that impact high-risk and vulnerable groups.PA small business owners struggle in wake of tariffs
| March 2, 2026
A Pennsylvania coffee shop owner said President Donald Trump’s new tariffs are the latest move putting real pressure on small businesses like hers.
