Pennsylvania
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One year after ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’: 98K fewer Pennsylvanians on SNAP
Many of its sweeping policy changes, including reduced federal aid for administering food benefits, haven’t yet taken effect.
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Back‑to‑school vaccines: what PA requires before school year starts
Many public schools across Pennsylvania are set to begin the 2026–27 school year in early September — and if your child isn’t vaccinated already, you will need to make sure they are before then.
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Trump’s Freedom Fuel comes to Bucks County bringing cheap gas to pumps
The “Freedom Fuel Network” gas station in the 1300 block of Street Road is one of 25 around the Philadelphia region that is selling gas for $3.47 a gallon, about 30 cents lower than the national average.
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How Pennsylvania residents are coping with higher health premiums
A wave of Pennie enrollees are downgrading their health plans after the expiration of tax subsidies that made monthly insurance payments more affordable for millions of Americans, according to a new analysis.
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The actors of ‘The Pitt’ own the Emmy acting categories with 13 nominated cast members
Thirteen of the 25 nominations for HBO Max’s drama about a Pittsburgh ER went to its actors in one of the great achievements for a cast in Emmy history.
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Pennsylvania families say the American dream is slipping away
Across Pennsylvania, rising costs for groceries, housing, utilities and healthcare are forcing working families to make difficult decisions. Here are three of their stories.
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Future uncertain for Pennsylvania warehouses after ICE pivot away from detention centers
DHS property isn’t eligible for federal payments in lieu of taxes.
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Federal SNAP changes could shift $400 million cost onto Pa. taxpayers
Pennsylvania has brought down its error rate for issuing food stamps over the past year, but its reported mistakes could still put the commonwealth on the hook for more than $400 million in additional annual program costs.
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Ex-Bucknell coach charged with hazing in football player’s death
Prosecutors announced Monday that Mark Kulbis had been charged with felony aggravated hazing and misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter, reckless endangerment and hazing.
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Garrity agrees to pay vendors for disputed work at Shapiro home
Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity has agreed to pay the roughly $1 million bill for security upgrades at the private home of her political rival, Gov. Josh Shapiro, in the face of possible litigation.
