Keystone News of the Day

Plus: Tips to stay cool in this ‘dangerous’ heat Share with a friend If you ventured outside anywhere in the state early Wednesday you know that the extreme heat that was blanketing the midwest the last few days has arrived in Pennsylvania. We’ll be feeling it through the Fourth of July holiday and The National…

Plus: Wawa is creeping deeper into Sheetz territory Share with a friend Still figuring out how you’re going to celebrate America’s 250th birthday? We’re here to help. Given Pennsylvania’s pivotal role in the American Revolution, it should come as no surprise that the state is hosting a number of exciting events to mark the country’s…

Plus: Know your Pa. fireworks laws Share with a friend In just over a week, our country turns 250. Leading up to America’s milestone birthday, we’re going to highlight the commonwealth’s rich history and the key role many Pennsylvanians have played in shaping our country. Because of all this history, and with Pennsylvania one of…

Plus: Remembering ‘A force of nature’ in York politics Share with a friend WPVI-TV, Philadelphia’s longstanding ABC affiliate, said the Federal Communications Commission is threatening to remove the station from the air, and is urging viewers to submit comments to the agency in support of the station. In a message posted to its website and…

Plus: What federal shift means for Pa.’s special education needs Share with a friend Welcome to summer, Pennsylvania! Throughout the season, we’ll be highlighting fun things to do around the state, like outdoor adventures, festivals, day trips, and more. Since summer is the season of blockbuster movies, it’s a good time to highlight the many…

Plus: Train’s new song is all about Erie Share with a friend QUICK PROGRAMMING NOTE: We’re off Friday for Juneteenth. Look for us again in your inbox next Monday, June 22. “America’s Time Capsule” has been officially sealed to commemorate the United States’ 250th birthday. The 900-pound steel cylinder contains over 200 artifacts, records and…

Plus: How to celebrate Juneteenth in Pa. Share with a friend You may remember that a few years back, we introduced you to Beck Lawrence, owner of the Serpent’s Key Shop & Sanctuary in Hanover. Lawrence was at the center of a viral news story in the fall of 2023 after they were threatened by…

Plus: What’s your favorite thing about summer in Pa.? Share with a friend A bit of music talk to begin Friday’s newsletter… Berks County native/global pop superstar Taylor Swift has racked up some monumental achievements in recent years. She’s been the most-streamed artist in the world, the focus of a Penn State course, Time Magazine’s…

Plus: FIFA, NASCAR, and more Pa. weekend fun Share with a friend Yes, it’s Wednesday, but it’s never too early to begin making weekend plans, especially with so much happening across the commonwealth this weekend, including: ⚽ The opening of the FIFA World Cup Fan Festival in Philadelphia. 🏁 NASCAR’s Cup Series Race Weekend returning…

Plus: How to make a difference during Pride month in Pa. Share with a friend There is A LOT happening in Pennsylvania this summer, with America250 celebrations across the state and several premier sporting events, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia, which begins Thursday and Major League Baseball’s All-Star Week, also in Philly,…