Shapiro drafting plan to help Pennsylvania higher education system
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Gov. Josh Shapiro plans next month to propose steps toward fixing a higher education system in Pennsylvania that is among the worst in the nation in affordability, his...
View ArticlePennsylvania Freedom Caucus sues over state, federal actions to boost voter...
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A group of conservative state lawmakers in Pennsylvania filed a federal lawsuit Thursday challenging three voting-related executive branch actions designed to boost voter...
View ArticleWeird laws, proposals only found in Pennsylvania
(WHTM) - Most people know basic laws in Pennsylvania, but what about the laws you may not know about or some that were almost signed into law? Hiding dirt in your dwelling is illegal If you decide to...
View ArticlePennsylvania announces new requirements, study for fracking and drilling
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) - Companies in Pennsylvania must now publicly disclose any chemicals used during drilling or hydraulic fracturing, according to the Department of Environmental Protection. The...
View ArticleWhat is the oldest building in Pennsylvania?
(WHTM) - The oldest building in Pennsylvania is around 41 years older than the state itself. Pennsylvania was founded in 1681 but the oldest building in the Keystone State was built around 1640 in...
View ArticleVeterans group launches ad against Trump in Pennsylvania
(The Hill) - A liberal veterans PAC will launch an ad in Pennsylvania markets Sunday targeting former President Trump over his past comments about veterans. The 60-second ad by VoteVets, first...
View ArticleBills would create mental health days, expand access to guidance councilors...
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) - There are millions of students across the country and the Commonwealth who struggle with mental health issues, and that can greatly impact their school work. Pennsylvania...
View ArticleMan accused of picking up teen fugitive following escape now facing charges,...
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A man who authorities say picked up a teenager awaiting trial in a homicide case after the youth escaped outside a Philadelphia hospital this week is now facing charges while the...
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Second inversion installed on Pennsylavania's first dive coaster
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (WHTM) -- A Pennsylvania amusement park has reached another milestone in completing its first original roller coaster in nearly two decades. Dorney Park announced on Thursday that the...
View ArticleWhat is the largest state park in Pennsylvania?
PENNSYLVANIA (WHTM) -- Pennsylvania is known for its natural beauty. From rivers to mountains to large lakes, the state has many natural features that many people love. There are multiple state parks...
View ArticleGovernor eyes overhaul of Pennsylvania higher ed system that’s among the...
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Gov. Josh Shapiro plans next month to propose an overhaul of a higher education system in Pennsylvania that is among the worst in the nation in affordability, his administration...
View ArticlePennsylvania honeymoon hotspot turned abandoned relic; History of Penn Hills...
POCONO MOUNTAINS, Pa. (WHTM) -- Tucked away in the Pocono Mountains, there used to be many romantic getaway resorts; so much so that it used to be called the "Honeymoon Capital of The World". Today,...
View ArticleFather files wrongful death lawsuit against troopers who shot his son
BRADFORD COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— On May 4, 2023, Pennsylvania State Police shot a 15-year-old boy after they say he pointed a gun at troopers when they tried to make contact. On Friday, that boy’s father...
View ArticlePA Board of Game Commissioners give preliminary approval for 2024-25 hunting...
(WHTM) - The 2024-25 hunting and trapping seasons were given preliminary approval by the Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners on Saturday. The commissioners met in Harrisburg and heard from the...
View ArticleThis Week in Pennsylvania: New poll on Pennsylvania Senate race, Trump v. Biden
(WHTM) - On This Week in Pennsylvania Dennis Owens is joined by Jim Lee of Susquehanna Polling & Research to review their recent study that showed Bob Casey leading Dave McCormick in the...
View ArticlePhiladelphia officer kills man who shot and wounded a colleague, police say
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A man who shot and wounded a police officer in a corner store in north Philadelphia was killed by another officer, authorities said Saturday. Authorities were searching for another...
View ArticleWhat is the longest operating tunnel in Pennsylvania?
(WHTM) -- Pennsylvania is home to many mountains; tunnels need to be built to get through the mountains. Many major roads around the state have tunnels, but which is the longest? The Allegheny...
View ArticleChanges proposed to increase Pennsylvania's public transportation budget
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) -- Governor Josh Shapiro announced that his 2024-25 budget proposal will include a plan to increase the state share of the public transit funding in over 10 years. Close Thanks...
View ArticlePennsylvania Game Commission tables plans to reintroduce American martens
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) - Plans to reintroduce the American marten in Pennsylvania are now on hold. The Pennsylvania Game Commission says the Board of Commissioners tabled plans after a split 6-3 vote...
View ArticlePennsylvania's insurance marketplace sets new enrollment record
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) -- On Monday it was announced that Pennie, the state's health insurance marketplace, now has a record number of Pennsylvanians covered by health coverage through the program....
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