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Flu activity now highest in 15 years: See where Pennsylvania ranks
(NEXSTAR) – Influenza cases continue to mount with the virus reaching activity levels in the U.S. not seen for the last 15 years, according to the Centers from Disease Control and Prevention. One...
View ArticleBird flu cases on the rise in Pa. as the state expands testing, containment...
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View ArticleChild welfare agencies are buckling under staffing shortages as Pa. debates...
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Pennsylvania Turnpike warns drivers of new smishing scam
(WHTM) — The Pennsylvania Turnpike is warning customers of a new smishing scam demanding money for unpaid tolls. The PA Turnpike is reminding Pennsylvanians to refrain from clicking any links or...
View ArticlePennsylvania Party City stores may soon turn into one of these familiar...
(NEXSTAR) – What used to be your local Party City store may soon be selling books, recliner chairs, cowboy boots or discount merchandise. The party supply chain announced in December it would be going...
View ArticleShould I worry about bird flu if I have a bird feeder?
(WHTM) — The avian flu is continuing to spread throughout Pennsylvania, and many are wondering if they should worry about the bird flu if they have a bird feeder. According to the Pennsylvania...
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What is Pennsylvania's Iron Mountain mine, & why is Elon Musk talking about it?
(WHTM) — Rumors are swirling about Pennsylvania's Iron Mountain limestone mine. According to its website, Iron Mountain West Pennsylvania (WPA-1) is a data center located 220 feet underground in a...
View ArticleDead deer test positive for CWD in Pennsylvania
CARBON COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) -- There's been another dead deer that has tested for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in Pennsylvania, just a few weeks after officials announced finding other cases in Luzerne...
View ArticlePennsylvania legislature sitting on $300M reserve amid budget talks
(WHTM) — Two hours before Governor Josh Shapiro laid out what he wanted in the budget, a hearing was conducted on what the Pennsylvania legislature has in the bank. The hearing was sparsely attended...
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PIAA cracks down on taunting in high school basketball, 'finger guns' banned
(WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) is reinforcing its stance on sportsmanship by emphasizing stricter enforcement of unsportsmanlike conduct penalties in high school...
View ArticlePennsylvania's dairy industry is bird flu-free
(WHTM) -- Pennsylvania's dairy industry was granted HPAI-free status after thousands of milk samples were tested within the past months. With the HPAI-free designation, that means that the state's...
View ArticlePennsylvanians warned of romance scams around Valentine's Day
(WHTM) - Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning residents of romance scams around Valentine's Day. Sunday says romance scams, also called "catfishing," are on the rise in Pennsylvania...
View ArticleMillions earmarked to keep rural hospitals open, recruit health care...
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View ArticlePennsylvania Super Bowl bettors win despite record $100 million wagered
(WHTM) - Despite wagering over $100 million on the Super Bowl, Pennsylvania bettors came out on top. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board says a record $101,548,073 was wagered on Super Bowl LIX...
View ArticleCommonwealth University president loses 'no confidence' vote from faculty
MANSFIELD, Pa. (WETM) — Commonwealth University President Bashar Hanna is under heavy pressure after a two-day vote on Tuesday and Wednesday showed that a majority of faculty and coaches have no...
View ArticleGovernor Shapiro suing Trump Administration over funding freeze
(WJET/WFXP)-- Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is taking legal action against the Trump Administration for Pennsylvania's share of the national funds frozen by the president's executive order....
View ArticlePennsylvania DCNR ignored policies when awarding grants; Auditor General
(WHTM)-- Pennsylvania Auditor General Timothy DeFoor raised some concerns today about the department that oversees state parks and forests. The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources awarded...
View ArticleShapiro, Pennsylvania sue over Trump's federal funding freeze
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) -- President Donald Trump has frozen about $2 billion of the $49 billion Pennsylvania is expecting from the federal government this year. On Thursday, Pennsylvania Governor Josh...
View ArticlePEEPS partners with Milk Bone for new dog treat
(WHTM) - Pennsylvania-based PEEPS is partnering with Milk Bone to create a new seasonal treat for dogs. For the first time, dogs can enjoy limited-edition treats in PEEPS shapes including the classic...
View ArticleWhich Pennsylvania counties have the most underage drinkers?
(WHTM) - Several Central Pennsylvania counties are home to the highest percentage of underage drinking offenses. Underage drinking offenses are issued to those under the age of 21 caught consuming,...
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