Speech Therapy for Stuttering; Push to Require Insurance Coverage

Speech Therapy for Stuttering; Push to Require Insurance Coverage

HB 2268 has broad bipartisan support, and is acceptable to insurance companies and other stakeholders.

2 hrs 3 mins ago by Kara Jeffers
Antisemitism in Higher Education Focus of PA Senate Education Committee Hearing

Antisemitism in Higher Education Focus of PA Senate Education Committee Hearing

A new school year is weeks away… lawmakers listen to testimony from last year’s experiences as campuses brace for new semesters.

July 25th, 6:15 PM EDT by Kara Jeffers
$56 Million for Gun Violence Prevention, After School Programming

$56 Million for Gun Violence Prevention, After School Programming

Safe community initiatives receive funding increase.

July 25th, 6:01 PM EDT by Kara Jeffers
Three local health care facilities get state funding to train workers

Three local health care facilities get state funding to train workers

NEW YORK (WENY) -- New York is giving out $22.5 million dollars to 28 health care operations across the state to help them train nurses and other direct care workers. Locally, Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital, Chemung County Nursing Facility and the Cayuga

July 25th, 5:09 PM EDT by Kurt Martone
What Gov. Shapiro Could Bring to a Democrat Ticket as Vice President

What Gov. Shapiro Could Bring to a Democrat Ticket as Vice President

Rounding out the ticket.

July 24th, 6:13 PM EDT by Kara Jeffers
Prosecutor says the New Jersey man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie was trying to carry out a fatwa

Prosecutor says the New Jersey man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie was trying to carry out a fatwa

The New Jersey man charged with attempted murder in connection with a knife attack that severely wounded author Salman Rushdie now faces an additional federal charge.

July 24th, 4:55 PM EDT
Gov. Shapiro Comments on Former Secret Service Director Cheatle Resigning

Gov. Shapiro Comments on Former Secret Service Director Cheatle Resigning

Pennsylvania Politician reactions.

July 23rd, 6:50 PM EDT by Kara Jeffers
PA Anti-SLAPP Law Reform; Protections Against Frivolous Lawsuits

PA Anti-SLAPP Law Reform; Protections Against Frivolous Lawsuits

A rare show of complete bipartisan support in Harrisburg.

July 23rd, 6:42 PM EDT by Kara Jeffers
Hburg Rally for Violent Student Protests in Bangladesh

Hburg Rally for Violent Student Protests in Bangladesh

Pennsylvania support for chaos across the world.

July 23rd, 5:19 PM EDT by Kara Jeffers
PA’s Gov. Josh Shapiro on List for VP Nominees for Kamala Harris

PA’s Gov. Josh Shapiro on List for VP Nominees for Kamala Harris

A look at the Governor’s national campaign prospects.

July 22nd, 7:51 PM EDT by Kara Jeffers
Extreme Rhetoric, Political Violence, and the 2024 Elections

Extreme Rhetoric, Political Violence, and the 2024 Elections

Many elected officials immediately condemned political violence… but it did not take long for some to blame the opposition for extremism.

July 21st, 4:58 PM EDT by Kara Jeffers
PA State Reps Host Emergency Service Roundtable

PA State Reps Host Emergency Service Roundtable

Several state representatives hosted a fire and EMS roundtable in York, Pennsylvania today. Concerns about recruitment and funding have been felt by emergency services across the state. The roundtable comes a week after the state budget passed with no maj

July 19th, 5:01 PM EDT by Kara Jeffers
DEC announces examinations for falconry and more

DEC announces examinations for falconry and more

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced online examinations for those seeking a license to practice falconry, become a volunteer wildlife rehabilitator, or use leashed tracking dogs. 

July 19th, 3:41 PM EDT
Thousands gather at banquet hall to celebrate life of former fire chief killed at Trump rally

Thousands gather at banquet hall to celebrate life of former fire chief killed at Trump rally

Hundreds of people who gathered to remember the former fire chief fatally shot at a rally for former President Donald Trump have been urged to find “unity” as the area in rural Pennsylvania seeks to recover.

July 18th, 9:52 PM EDT
Sec. Buttigieg Touts Bipartisan Infrastructure Act w/ $500 Million I-83 South Bridge Funding in Harrisburg

Sec. Buttigieg Touts Bipartisan Infrastructure Act w/ $500 Million I-83 South Bridge Funding in Harrisburg

Bridging infrastructure gaps.

July 17th, 6:28 PM EDT by Kara Jeffers
Two Reps Resign; Democrats Remain Acting Majority in PA House

Two Reps Resign; Democrats Remain Acting Majority in PA House

You’ve heard of girl math. Get ready for politician math.

July 17th, 6:10 PM EDT by Kara Jeffers
Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education Freezes Tuition for 7th Consecutive Year

Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education Freezes Tuition for 7th Consecutive Year

The repeated tuition freezes save students nearly 25 percent in tuition costs compared to the price if tuition had risen at the inflation rate for the past six years. 

July 17th, 4:11 PM EDT
Alzheimer's Disease Division, Car Registration Discounts, & Other State Gov Updates for Senior Citizens

Alzheimer's Disease Division, Car Registration Discounts, & Other State Gov Updates for Senior Citizens

Small steps to help a large [and important] part of the state’s population.

July 16th, 6:12 PM EDT by Kara Jeffers
Funeral services planned for former fire chief shot to death at Trump rally in Pennsylvania

Funeral services planned for former fire chief shot to death at Trump rally in Pennsylvania

A public visitation is planned for later this week for a Pennsylvania man killed when a sniper attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a campaign event.

$47.6 Billion PA State Budget Signed by Governor Shapiro

$47.6 Billion PA State Budget Signed by Governor Shapiro

Historic increases in education, new policy reform for higher ed, and much more.

July 12th, 12:17 AM EDT by Kara Jeffers
Great-grandmother who just finished radiation treatments for breast cancer wins $5M lottery prize
Great-grandmother who just finished radiation treatments for breast cancer wins $5M lottery prize

A great-grandmother from Pennsylvania who recently completed radiation treatments for breast cancer won $5 million on a scratch-off state lottery ticket.

July 9th, 10:16 AM EDT
Skill Games Not Expected in Final PA State Budget Deal
Skill Games Not Expected in Final PA State Budget Deal

safety, regulatory authority, and tax percentages are major sticking points that lawmakers could not bridge the gaps on.

Biden Courts Pennsylvania; Democrats Torn on Path Forward
Biden Courts Pennsylvania; Democrats Torn on Path Forward

Pennsylvania Democrats comment on the national question— is it time for the party to buckle down on commitment, or pick a new candidate?

Small plane with 5 on board crashes in upstate New York. No word on fate of passengers
Small plane with 5 on board crashes in upstate New York. No word on fate of passengers

Authorities are investigating after a small plane crashed in a rural area of upstate New York with five people on board.

July 1st, 9:41 AM EDT
The fight for abortion rights gets an unlikely messenger in swing state Pennsylvania: Sen. Bob Casey
The fight for abortion rights gets an unlikely messenger in swing state Pennsylvania: Sen. Bob Casey

Abortion rights have found an unlikely champion in swing state Pennsylvania.

June 19th, 8:13 AM EDT
Gov. Hochul Warns of Extreme Heat Next Week in New York State
Gov. Hochul Warns of Extreme Heat Next Week in New York State

Governor Kathy Hochul is urging New Yorkers to prepare for severe weather and extreme heat beginning Monday, June 17th. New Yorkers should get ready for extreme heat with "feels like" temperatures exceeding 100 degrees on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Protecting Their CROWN: PA Bill on Hair Discrimination
Protecting Their CROWN: PA Bill on Hair Discrimination

In the US, 1 in 5 black women in the workforce have been sent home because of their hair.

Governor Hochul and New York Demands Hostage Release in Gaza
Governor Hochul and New York Demands Hostage Release in Gaza

Governor Kathy Hochul made a powerful statement at Sunday's JCRC-NY Israel Day on Fifth Parade. She is urgently asking for the release of hostages and the governor stressed the ongoing suffering of the families involved.