Bucks County D.A. Jennifer Schorn said Friday that Justin Mohn “was of clear mind in his purpose and what he was doing” when he allegedly beheaded his father Tuesday, then posted a video filled with extremist rants online.
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Study: 65,000 rape-caused pregnancies in states with abortion bans
“Thousands of girls and women in states that banned abortion experienced rape-related pregnancy, but few (if any) obtained in-state abortions legally, suggesting that rape exceptions fail to provide reasonable access to abortion for survivors,” the study stated.
Gun control measures advance out of Democratic-controlled Pennsylvania House committee
Democrats in majority control of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives advanced several gun control measures Wednesday.
Yet another Pennsylvanian arrested for taking part in Jan. 6 insurrection
A Berks County man faces felony and misdemeanor charges for his part in the Jan. 6, 2021 attack at the US Capitol, bringing the total arrested in the commonwealth to 86.
Which movies were filmed in Pennsylvania?
More movies were shot right here in the commonwealth than many of us probably realize. Here’s a rundown of some of the more well known ones.
PA Treasurer Stacy Garrity faces new scrutiny over role in spreading 2020 election lies
State Rep. Ryan Bizzarro wants to remind voters this cycle that PA Treasurer Stacy Garrity participated in rallies questioning Pennsylvania’s 2020 election results.
Biden to highlight Trump’s danger to democracy at Valley Forge
President Joe Biden’s speech on Friday will focus on how former president Donald Trump is an ongoing threat to American democracy.
85 Pennsylvanians have been arrested to date in the Jan. 6 attack on the US Capitol
Democracy didn’t die in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 6, 2021, despite the efforts of state Republicans like Doug Mastriano and Scott Perry, and the 85 Pennsylvanians who have been arrested to date for participating in the deadly attack on the US Capitol.
Cherelle Parker publicly sworn in as Philadelphia’s first female mayor
The 51-year-old Democrat swore her oath of office on Tuesday as the city’s 100th mayor, echoing her campaign promise to make Philadelphia the “safest, cleanest, greenest big city in the nation that will provide access to economic opportunity for all.”
Congressman told to hand over hundreds of texts and emails to FBI in 2020 election probe
A federal judge is ordering Republican Rep. Scott Perry of Pennsylvania to turn over more than 1,600 texts and emails to FBI agents investigating efforts to keep President Donald Trump in office after his 2020 election loss and illegally block the transfer of power to Democrat Joe Biden.
The 8 coolest Pennsylvania animals we met in 2023
From a wandering pig named after a Philly-born movie star, to an emotional support alligator, to crime fighting dogs, these are the Pennsylvania animals who made us say “Who’s a good boy?” and “Who’s a good girl?” in 2023.
PA House Dems pass shield law protecting out-of-state residents seeking reproductive health care
Pennsylvania House Democrats on Wednesday took a critical step forward in protecting the reproductive rights of those coming to the commonwealth seeking abortion care as states continue to ban the procedure after the reversal of Roe v. Wade.
Speaker McClinton and criminal justice advocates looking to change PA’s pardon process
Pennsylvania House Speaker Joanna McClinton introduced House Bill 1410 and spoke in favor of the constitutional amendment in front of the House Judiciary Committee.
Philadelphia police officer killed in airport garage shooting remembered as a hero, posthumously promoted
Family, friends, and colleagues bid farewell to slain officer Richard Mendez, who was killed in a shooting at Philadelphia International Airport that also wounded another officer earlier this month.
Trump’s rhetoric grows more violent as he builds 2024 primary lead
In recent months, Donald Trump has called for the execution of a US military official, mocked the assault of an 83-year-old man, used rhetoric that echoes Hitler’s Mein Kampf, and verbally attacked prosecutors and judges.
Discover the dark tales behind 6 haunted Pennsylvania landmarks
From the battlefields of Gettysburg, to historic hotels, to the halls of Penn State, tales of ghosts and paranormal encounters in the commonwealth abound. So let’s examine the stories behind six notable Pennsylvania locations that are said to be haunted.
PA Moms Call On Republican Legislators To Act On Gun Safety Bills
Moms Demand Action and gun safety activists filled the capitol rotunda in Harrisburg on Tuesday demanding movement from Senate Republicans on a pair of gun safety bills passed by House Democrats last June. The bills have been sitting in the Senate Judiciary Committee since.
The 4 Worst Moments From the Second Republican Presidential Debate
The second debate featured seven candidates, who combined, are trailing frontrunner Donald Trump by a whopping 17 points in the polls, making it a bit of an exercise in futility. But even if the debate is unlikely to affect the outcome of the primary, it says a lot about the state of the Republican party.
8 Pennsylvania Colleges and Universities Are Among the Top 100 in the US
Learn all about the eight fantastic colleges and universities in Pennsylvania that rank in the top 100 schools in America, from campus size and tuition to Greek life and sports. Pennsylvania is home to some of the best colleges and universities in the country, and...
Acting Temple University President JoAnne Epps Dies After Collapsing on Stage
Epps was attending a memorial service at the university when she suffered what a doctor speaking at a news conference described as a “sudden episode.”
No Evidence of Wrongdoing—So Why Are Republicans Trying to Impeach Biden?
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announced the probe on Tuesday, caving to pressure from far-right Republicans who’ve threatened to remove him from his position if he fails to impeach Biden.
Multiple Lawsuits Seek To Block Trump From Pennsylvania’s Ballot
Multiple lawsuits seeking to keep former President Donald Trump off of Pennsylvania’s 2024 ballot have been filed in recent weeks.
Former Philadelphia Proud Boys Leader Sentenced to 15 Years for Jan. 6 Attack
The 15-year sentence for Zachary Rehl was the third longest sentence handed down yet in the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the US Capitol.
Two Union Representatives Arrested for Informing Professors About Their Union
Two representatives from the Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA), Pennsylvania’s largest teachers union, were arrested for trying to talk to union members at the Harrisburg Area Community College’s (HACC) Lancaster campus on Wednesday.
Republican Candidates Commit to Backing Trump Even if Convicted
Vivek Ramaswamy, Ron DeSantis, Tim Scott, Doug Burgum, Nikki Haley, and Mike Pence all pledged to support the former president even if he’s convicted for the many crimes he’s been charged with.
What to Know About Donald Trump’s Four Indictments
Former president Donald Trump has been indicted on 91 charges–so far–on both the state and federal level. These charges include conspiracy, obstruction, willful retention of national defense information, and more.
Scott Perry Rents Offices from Man Who Assaulted Cops on Jan. 6
The Keystone was able to confirm that Perry’s offices in Harrisburg and Mechanicsburg were owned by Gates’ company, Linlo Properties.
Here’s What To Know About Trump’s Indictment in Georgia
The former president—who swore an oath to protect and defend the US Constitution—has been indicted over his attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in Georgia.
Philly Natives Charged for Trying to Overturn 2020 Election in Georgia
Clark and Roman were both charged with violating Georgia’s Racketeering Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act, which carries a mandatory minimum of five years in prison if convicted.
Pittsburgh Synagogue Gunman Formally Sentenced to Death
Before imposing the sentence on Robert Bowers, Judge Robert Colville said “I have nothing specific that I care to say to Mr. Bowers. I am however convinced there is nothing I could say to him that might be meaningful.”