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Trump to visit Pennsylvania to highlight efforts to curb inflation as high prices squeeze Americans
President Donald Trump plans to travel to Monroe County on Tuesday to highlight his efforts to reduce inflation even as fears mount about a worsening job market and amid signs that Americans are still feeling squeezed by high prices.
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Data centers drive up electric costs around Central Pennsylvania
PPL Electric Utilities Corporation is looking to raise electric rates for residential households by 7% while data centers get a rate decrease.
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Quinta Brunson funds free field trips for Philly public schools with newly launched program
“Abbott Elementary” star and Philadelphia native Quinta Brunson launched a new program to provide free field trips to local students. Here’s what you need to know.
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Republicans lack plan to despite expiring ACA tax credits
Health care premiums are expected to rise 102% for Pennie customers once ACA tax credits expire at the end of the year.
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PA uninsured children hit 153,000 as federal funding cuts loom
A new report shows Pennsylvania is seeing its highest number of uninsured children in a decade.
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Pa. Dems could control the state with Lancaster County Senate seat
State Sen. James Malone stunned with a special election win in Lancaster County. Now, his reelection could give Pennsylvania Democrats the chance to flip the chamber and control the General Assembly.
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Pennsylvania’s home repair program left out of state budget, despite high demand
A multi-million dollar proposal designed to rehabilitate Pennsylvania’s aging housing stock failed to receive funding in the state’s 2025-2026 budget — marking the third year without a state-funded successor to the popular Whole Home Repair Program.
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How Bucks County plans to fill $16M gap in proposed $516M budget
The draft $516 million budget reflects a 3.2% spending hike compared to 2025, according to the county. However, there’s currently no tax increase reflected in the budget.
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Health care professionals warn about nursing degrees degraded by Trump’s DOE
Changes from President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” will make it harder for students to obtain nursing and other advanced degrees.
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Trump administration falsely takes credit for critical SEPTA funding
Transportation Sec. Sean Duffy is trying to claim Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro’s victory in securing state funds for important upgrades to SEPTA’s regional rail fleet.
