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Trump tariffs force Pennsylvania parents to pay more for school supplies
| September 4, 2025
New report shows increase in back-to-school spending for parents living in these three vulnerable Republican congressional districts.UPMC Magee nurse practitioners look to join colleagues in upcoming union vote
| September 4, 2025
Dozens of advanced nurse practitioners at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital will start voting on Saturday.8 gluten-free restaurants in Pennsylvania that locals love
| September 4, 2025
These gluten-free restaurants provide tasty options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner that are full of flavor—without the gluten.Aaron Rodgers brushes off revenge narrative ahead of Steelers’ season opener against Jets
| September 4, 2025
The quarterback brushed aside the idea that he has something to prove to the New York front office and first-year head coach Aaron Glenn after the Jets opted to move on from the 41-year-old over the winter following two injury-filled and at times tumultuous seasons.FanDuel steps up to ensure Eagles fans have subway trains for huge showdown vs. Cowboys
| September 4, 2025
SEPTA was planning to cut service by 45% and raise fares by more than 20% due to a lack of state funding. SEPTA's new fiscal year began on July 1, 2025. Thanks to FanDuel, SEPTA will run regularly scheduled subway trains, plus Sports Express trips, before and after the game.Pa. Board of Pharmacy votes to use vaccine guidelines from non-government groups
| September 4, 2025
Pharmacists can now administer vaccines based on the recommendation of medical professional societies instead of the CDC.Higher wages sought by striking York area medical marijuana dispensary workers
| September 3, 2025
Staff members of the Rise medical marijuana dispensary on White Street in West Manchester Township went on strike Labor Day, Sept. 1, seeking a contract that includes salary increases and other improved benefits.Midterm challenger goes after GOP congressman’s stock buying scandals
| September 3, 2025
US Rep. Rob Bresnahan has made over 600 stock trades since taking office. Democratic challenger Paige Cognetti plans to use that against him in the 2026 election.Eagles announce ‘Tush Push’ partnership with Dude Wipes
| September 3, 2025
The partnership will include an ongoing series of collaborative social content throughout the 2025 NFL season, product sampling at team-hosted events, and post-game radio highlighting the team’s successful Tush Pushes.‘Saquon’ a documentary on Saquon Barkley, will premiere on Prime Video on Oct. 9
| September 3, 2025
The feature-length documentary was executive produced by the legendary Martin Scorsese and chronicles Lehigh Valley native Saquon Barkley's journey to Super Bowl glory with the Philadelphia Eagles.You may qualify for WIC food assistance under new income rules. Here’s what’s changed
| September 3, 2025
According to new income guidelines, a family of four would qualify for WIC if they earn $59,478 annually, compared to $57,720 in 2024. The income limit is now $49,303 for a family of three to qualify for nutrition assistance, up from $47,767, while a family of two can earn up to $39,128, up from $37,814.Trump’s ‘beautiful’ bill brings changes to SNAP in Pa. Here’s what to know.
| September 3, 2025
State officials have estimated that about 144,000 SNAP recipients will lose their benefits because of the new rules. However, advocates say people who rely on the program can take steps to protect their access to food assistance.
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Midterm challenger goes after GOP congressman’s stock buying scandals
| September 3, 2025
US Rep. Rob Bresnahan has made over 600 stock trades since taking office. Democratic challenger Paige Cognetti plans to use that against him in the 2026 election.Things only people from Pa. say or do
| September 2, 2025
From snack brand loyalty to church basement pierogi fundraisers, Pennsylvanians run on community, tradition, and apparently a lot of carbs.Lost boy wandering elevated monorail line in Hersheypark is saved by another parkgoer
| September 2, 2025
While park employees were searching for him, the boy entered a secured area leading to the monorail ride. It was closed and "safeguarded by a chained closure at the entrance and barricaded turnstile at the platform," according to the park.8 extreme Pennsylvania weather events that were caught on tape
| September 2, 2025
From tornadoes to blizzards, watch the wild Pennsylvania weather events that were captured on film.Court decision clears path for lawsuit over Pa. Liquor Control Board’s special order handling fees
| August 29, 2025
The lawyer for a Lancaster County restaurant leading the case said damages for businesses and individuals could exceed $50 million.
5 unsung films that dramatize America’s rich labor history
| August 27, 2025
Hollywood studios and independent producers have long depicted the collective efforts of working people to improve their lives and gain a voice in their workplaces and the larger society.Pennsylvania must stop throwing out mail ballots over date errors, court rules
| August 27, 2025
A federal appeals court on Tuesday ruled that it is unconstitutional for the presidential battleground state of Pennsylvania to throw out mail-in ballots simply because the voter didn't write an accurate date on the return envelope.Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged
| August 26, 2025
In a joint post on Instagram, the superstar singer from Berks County and football player revealed their engagement, the fairytale culmination of a courtship that for two years has thrilled and fascinated millions around the world, but especially Swifties, the pop star’s enormous and ardent fan base.
