Fetterman calls situation in Gaza ‘heartbreaking,’ defends his support of Israel
Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) described the humanitarian situation as “heartbreaking,” while arguing only Hamas is able to end the war with Israel. Fetterman, a steadfast supporter of Israel, told USA...
View ArticleFarmers market vouchers now available for Pennsylvania seniors
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) - Farmers market nutrition vouchers are now available for eligible Pennsylvania seniors. Starting June 1, the vouchers can be used at participating farmers markets to buy...
View ArticlePennsylvania man accused of road rage threats with gun, assaulting pregnant...
WYSOX TWP., BRADFORD COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A Pennsylvania man is facing charges for two separate incidents, one where he allegedly made threats with a gun and another when he allegedly assaulted a...
View ArticlePennsylvania Governor's STEM Competition highlights students' problem-solving...
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) - Tomorrow's engineers and scientists brought their skills to Harrisburg today. Students from across the state took part in the 10th Annual Governor's STEM Competition. Close...
View ArticleRegulators recommend denial of a full Pennsylvania American Water rate hike
(WHTM) - Pennsylvania American Water may not get the entirety of the 25% increase they're asking regulators for. Administrative law judges with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission recommended...
View ArticlePennsylvania lawmakers advance free feminine hygiene products in schools bill
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) - Pennsylvania lawmakers have advanced a bill that would provide free feminine hygiene products in schools. The bill, introduced by State Rep. Darisha Parker (D-Philadelphia)...
View ArticlePennsylvania budget talks heat up as Republican lawmakers seek tax cut
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) - The Governor gave his budget address back in February chock full of a wish list of programs he'd like to fund with the state's surplus. Senate Republicans all-but blew that up...
View ArticlePennsylvania House passes bill restricting how social media companies treat...
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania’s state House of Representatives on Wednesday approved legislation aimed at regulating how online social media platforms interact with children, although its...
View ArticlePennsylvania Governor signs six bills into law; Here's what they are
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – On Wednesday Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed six bills into law. HB 358 created the Keystone First Responder Award recognizing public servants who are either killed...
View ArticleAir Force ends plans for low flyovers in Pennsylvania Wilds
(WHTM) - The U.S. Air Force and National Guard Bureau have rescinded a plan to establish a low flyover area in the Pennsylvania Wilds. Governor Josh Shapiro and Department of Conservation and Natural...
View ArticleCatholic Charities cut ribbon on new health clinic
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) - A new mental health clinic opened in Harrisburg today. The Labre Clinic opened today on North 3rd Street. Operated by Catholic Charities, the clinic provides walk-in mental...
View ArticleCollaborative effort combines recreation, reading in York County
SPRINGETTSBURY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WHTM) - A park in York County has now become part-library, thanks to a new collaborative effort. York County Libraries and Springettsbury Township have teamed up to...
View ArticlePennsylvania will make the animal sedative xylazine a controlled substance
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro will sign legislation to criminalize the misuse of a powerful animal tranquilizer called xylazine that is showing up in supplies of illicit drugs...
View ArticlePenn State asking Commonwealth Campus employees to 'voluntarily' resign
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WTAJ) – Penn State University is asking faculty of its Commonwealth Campuses to voluntarily depart from the university, launching a new "Voluntary Separation Incentive Program."...
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Pennsylvania health officials warn about possible lead exposure in painting toy
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) - A children's painting toy has been recalled for lead concerns, prompting a warning from the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Dixon Ticonderoga Creativity Street Foam Pattern...
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Pennsylvania restaurants among 'Top 100 Barbecue Spots' in America, according...
(NEXSTAR) – Americans are suckers for meats we barely need to chew. Whether it’s a succulent pile of pulled pork, a slice of melt-in-your-mouth brisket, or a bite of falling-off-the-bone ribs,...
View ArticleSam Ash music store closing all locations; including two in Pennsylvania
(WHTM-TV) -- A century-old American music retailer recently announced that it will be conducting closing sales at all remaining locations. Sam Ash announced that sales are underway at all 42 locations...
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Pennsylvania could see the northern lights amid 'very rare' geomagnetic storm...
(NEXSTAR) — It's been an active month of solar weather so far, and experts are now predicting we could see the best outcome of all: the northern lights. Current predictions show the aurora may shimmer...
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El Niño's end is imminent: What it means for Pennsylvania's summer weather
(NEXSTAR) – Say goodbye to El Niño. National forecasters announced Thursday that El Niño is expected to end in the next month. What comes next is a period of neutrality – called "ENSO neutral" – in...
View ArticleChanges proposed to Pennsylvania inheritance tax
(WHTM) - A Pennsylvania lawmaker is proposing changes to the state's inheritance tax. State Representative Anita Astorino Kulik (D-Allegheny) says she plans to introduce a bill that would only tax...
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