Safety
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Philadelphia loses lawsuit that sought greater power for the city to regulate firearms
Philadelphia cannot impose stricter firearms regulations than are allowed by state law, Pennsylvania’s Democratic-majority state Supreme Court ruled unanimously Wednesday, a blow to city leaders looking for ways to stem gun violence.
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What to know about Transgender Day of Remembrance and violence against trans people
At least 36 transgender people have died from violence in the 12 months since the last Day of Remembrance, with the youngest victim a 14-year-old from Western Pennsylvania.
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The reality of roadkill in Pennsylvania and how to deal with it
Roadkill is a reality on many Pennsylvania roads, so it’s good to know how to deal with it. Here’s a handy guide to follow when encountering, or creating, roadkill in Pennsylvania.
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Biden sets 10-year deadline for cities to replace lead pipes and make drinking water safer
A decade after the Flint water crisis raised alarms about the continuing dangers of lead in tap water, President Joe Biden is setting a 10-year deadline for cities across the nation to replace their lead pipes.
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Former fire chief who died at Trump rally used his body to shield family from gunfire
Corey Comperatore’s quick decision to use his body as a shield against the bullets flying toward his wife and daughter rang true to the close friends and neighbors who loved and respected him, noting that the Butler County resident was a “man of conviction.”
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6 tips to keep bears from wandering onto your property
Whether you live deep in bear country or the more densely populated suburbs around Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, experts say limiting access to potential food sources is the best way to discourage bears from wandering onto your property.
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Raw milk sold in 12 Pa. counties recalled over contamination fears
The state Department of Agriculture recommends that consumers in parts of Central Pa. and the Lehigh Valley immediately throw out Pure Pastures Dairy raw milk with sell-by dates of April 3 through May 3.
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4.8 magnitude earthquake centered in New Jersey felt across Pennsylvania Friday morning
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake’s impact in Pennsylvania was primarily felt in the eastern part of the state, though the Pittsburgh area and other small pockets throughout the state were impacted as well.
