Pennsylvania news
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Pennsylvania police officer charged with voluntary manslaughter in killing of college student
Police body camera video reviewed by investigators shows the officer yelled “Drop to the ground,” then “Stop or I’ll… .” Before he finished the sentence, he fired two shots at the man who was unarmed and had his hands in the air.
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Pennsylvania’s public schools were given more money, and students are thriving
New “adequacy funding” is helping Pennsylvania’s public schools do more. But the state’s tax credit “voucher” programs for private schools keep growing, redirecting money away from the majority of students.
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Phishing scam is targeting ‘MyChart’ patient portal users
Scammers are impersonating MyChart by sending emails or text messages that offer patients a chance to claim a reward in the form of a “MyChart Medicare Kit.”
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Erie native beats odds to be ‘Hollywood’s favorite pickleball coach’
Matthew Manasse has coached celebrities, including Matthew Perry and Emma Watson, and was mentioned in a Vanity Fair article as a “Hollywood’s favorite pickleball coach.”
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Measles deaths reported in Pennsylvania spark fight among politicians and health officials
Independent experts say the conflict is a symptom of a social and political debate over how to frame a national surge in measles cases, the worst seen in more than three decades.
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Judge will hear recantation of sexual abuse claim against ex-Penn State coach Jerry Sandusky
A judge has granted a hearing to explore claims that a man wants to recant allegations of sexual abuse years ago by Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky.
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When will delayed York I-83 widening project start? Here’s the schedule
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is seeking bids for the first phase of the Interstate 83 widening project in the York area, with construction expected to begin in 2027.
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Pennsylvania is an energy giant. So why is your energy bill going up?
A utility that ordered a turbine for a new gas project would have to wait until the end of 2030 to get it. Pennsylvanians are struggling with rate increases now.
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‘We can’t wait any longer’: Latest Pa. budget lacks home health nurse funding increase
Advocates said skilled nursing allows someone to participate in their communities, enabling children to go to school or adults to keep a job.
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Baby alligators are two of newest Erie Zoo ambassadors
In early August, the Erie Zoo introduced two three-month-old baby American alligators, Roz and Randall.
