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Trump ran on lowering food costs. A year later, is Pa. feeling relief?
Affordability was top-of-mind for voters in the 2024 presidential election, with more than 95% of respondents in one survey reporting that the rising cost of gas and food helped shape their ballot decisions. Trump hammered on grocery bills throughout his campaign against then-Vice President Kamala Harris, bemoaning the expense of everyday staples like eggs and…
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Two Pa. Democrats sign onto Noem impeachment, as others weigh path forward to rein in ICE
The Capital-Star reached out to Pa’s congressional delegation. Here’s where they stand on accountability for ICE
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Pittsburgh native Curt Cignetti finishes his masterpiece, coaching unbeaten Indiana to title in his 2nd season
The old-school, blunt-spoken coach who began his Hoosiers tenure with a promise to bring swift success to the losingest program in college football completed his masterpiece on Monday night, guiding Indiana to a 27-21 win over Miami in the College Football Playoff final and the first national championship in school history.
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How to meet SNAP work requirement in Pennsylvania by volunteering
Pennsylvania officials have rolled out a new online tool they hope will help food stamp recipients follow federal work requirements and hold on to their benefits.
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Verizon says hourslong outage that disrupted calling and data services has been resolved
The New York-based carrier didn’t specify what caused Wednesday’s disruptions, but confirmed that the outage was resolved by 10:20 p.m. ET. Verizon previously said it had deployed its engineering teams to address “an issue impacting wireless voice and data services.”
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Mental health in the Pennsylvania Farm Show spotlight as feds abruptly terminate grant funding
Farmer suicide rates are significantly higher than the rates for the overall population.
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Bucks County’s ICE partnership has ended, sheriff confirms
Bucks County’s new sheriff had campaigned on this topic and said he’d formally end county participation in the controversial ICE program this month.
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New executive director Mark Byers answers questions about future of PIAA
Mark Byers, who became the PIAA executive director on Jan. 1, knew the organization through the state wrestling championships.
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Mercyhurst alum to fulfill pro baseball dream with Savannah Bananas
Bazala’s dreams of pro ball came true. Banana Ball, however, differs slightly from the baseball known by most.
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Barley Creek gets first-place win at PA Farm Show spirits contest
Barley Creek Brewing Company earned first place for brandy at the inaugural Pennsylvania Farm Show Spirits Competition, winning for its Applejack brandy during an awards ceremony held Jan. 10.
