Gov. Josh Shapiro’s budget proposal included a spending package that would fund mass transit agencies across the state and increase spending for roads and bridges.
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Pa. House holds a Sunday vote on transit funding as the consequences of a late budget loom
The move to advance a standalone transit funding bill is something of a pressure tactic on the part of House Democrats.
Wounded Pennsylvania troopers recovering after chaotic shooting that left gunman, neighbor dead
A man fatally shot his neighbor in rural Pennsylvania and then unleashed a hail of gunfire on first responders, wounding two state troopers, running an EMT off the road and sniping a police drone from the sky.
Low Cut Connie to perform free show after being canceled for politics
Low Cut Connie fans and attendees are asked to bring lawn chairs and good vibes to Wilkes-Barre on Sept. 6.
Former U.S. Sen. Bob Casey joins University of Scranton in an advisory role
“We need the next generation of young people in the United States of America to choose to serve.”
Your dog wants you to read this article
Did you know that August is National Dog Month? Celebrate with a canine-friendly day out in seven destinations across Pennsylvania.
Ales & trails: Where to pair a bike ride with local Pa. breweries
Hop on your bike and take to a local trail to experience the hops at these Pennsylvania breweries.
Medicaid patients treated at Crozer Health hospitals will have free access to medical records
The agreement will eliminate current per-record fees and is expected to go into effect soon.
Safety net programs are likely to be the first affected by a continued Pa. budget impasse
Advocates warn delayed state disbursements will curtail county mental health and substance abuse programs.
Pa. House Democrats push a transit funding bill—again—as SEPTA warns of coming cuts
An estimated one million Pennsylvanians rely on mass transit each day in urban, suburban and rural regions.
7 quaint & historical B&Bs to book in Pennsylvania
Each of these seven quaint and historical Pennsylvania B&Bs has a unique story to tell. Here’s what you need to know.
Jeffrey Yass funded Trump’s super PAC. Then the TikTok ban was delayed
Jeffrey Yass’ personal wealth ballooned to $65.7 billion thanks to TikTok. With its ban on the table, he turned to Trump.
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley declines invitation to join Trump’s sports council
The Lehigh Valley native and 2,000-yard rusher for the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles, was on a list of sports personalities that included golfers Bryson DeChambeau and Nelly Korda, WWE executive Paul “Triple H” Levesque, football Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor and retired New York Yankees great Mariano Rivera.
Fetterman says Trump is winning the trade war as Pennsylvanians brace for impact
Pennsylvanians face higher costs for goods and services as President Donald Trump’s tariffs take effect.
The real founding fathers of Pennsylvania: 9 Indigenous tribes that came first
Long before Pennsylvania was Pennsylvania, Indigenous tribes thrived here—and many still do.
These 9 restaurants in Pa. really committed to their themes
From nostalgic menus to immersive atmospheres, these Pennsylvania restaurants offer unique themed dining experiences.
Schools and counties begin to see payment delays as Pennsylvania’s budget stalemate hits a month
Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration says billions of dollars in aid to Pennsylvania’s schools and human services will be delayed, as he and the politically divided Legislature struggle to end what is now a monthlong budget stalemate.
Coroner accuses Washington County DA of demanding fraudulent death certificate
‘I need this to be a homicide, I need it to win an election,’ prosecutor said, according to Coroner Timothy Warco.
Cheers to 10 of the oldest bars in Pennsylvania
Toast state history at these historic bars in Pennsylvania. Grabbing a drink at one of these places is basically like visiting a museum!
Trump policies could cut health care for 200,000 Pennie users
Purchasing health insurance through Pennie, the commonwealth’s health care marketplace, is about to get a lot more expensive and harder to obtain thanks to President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.”
Republicans failed to extend tax credits for state-run health care marketplaces, which expire at the end of 2025. Nearly half a million Pennsylvanians use Pennie, and 200,000 are at risk under Trump’s new policies.
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10 famous people who are buried in Pennsylvania
Whether they were born in the state or called it home for life, these 10 celebrities are laid to rest in Pennsylvania.
10 fun factory tours in Pennsylvania
Get a first-hand look at how guitars, coins, potato chips and more are made right here in Pennsylvania on these factory tours.
Musikfest 2025 is here: What to know before you go
More than 1 million people attended Musikfest in Bethlehem last year. Now in its 42nd year, the festival runs Thursday through Aug. 10, with more than 400 free performances, along with ticketed headline shows, comedy, kids activities, and more.
Shapiro joins bipartisan governors demanding leadership reform at PJM Interconnection
They said mismanagement of the region’s electric grid has cost thousands of jobs and billions in investments
He filmed an Allentown officer driving at him. Now he’s launching a First Amendment suit.
The lawsuit names the city of Allentown and two police officers, Sgt. Christopher Stephenson and now-retired Officer Dean Flyte.
Philly cheesesteak maker challenged by the ever-rising cost of beef
U.S. beef prices have been steadily rising over the past 20 years because the supply of cattle remains tight while beef remains popular.
Lancaster County’s shoofly pie: What it is & where to get it
Grab the gooey American classic, shoofly pie, at these Lancaster County bakeries, restaurants, and food stands.
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What’s at stake over proposed increase in mass transit funding in Pa.?
“If they cut the 32 bus especially, there goes my job. There goes my place to live. It’d put my freedom on the line.”