PA Gas Tax 3rd Highest in the Nation
Pending legislation in Harrisburg… if passed… would place new labels on all gas pumps, showing the federal and state tax rates on gasoline and diesel fuel. Supporters of the bill argue that consumers have a right to know how much of their money is going to gas taxes with every gallon purchased. Currently, the total […]
Read MoreIt’s Gonna Get Noisy Soon
Millions of cicadas are set to emerge this spring in Pennsylvania as part of the Brood 14 cicada population. After 17 years underground, these red-eyed insects will make their appearance across most of the state. The emergence is expected to begin around the end of this month or early May when soil temperatures hit 64 […]
Read MoreMarijuana Negotiations Happening Again in Harrisburg
Negotiations over Pennsylvania’s state budget continue, with marijuana legalization a key topic. Governor Josh Shapiro and lawmakers from both parties support including it in the budget. Proposed legislation to legalize adult-use cannabis include creation of a regulated market to improve public safety. Supporters argue the move could generate up to 30,000 jobs, while opponents raise […]
Read MoreMccormick Touting Tariff Wins
THE TRUMP ADMINSITRATION IS TOUTING WINS IN TARIFF NEGOTIATIONS WITH ALLIES AS IT HARDENS ITS STANCE ON CHINA. PENNSYLVANIA SENATOR DAVE MCCORMICK SAID WEDNESDAY, THAT HE APPRECIATES PRESIDENT TRUMP’S COMMON SENSE APPROACH… CHINA’S PRESIDENT MEANWHILE, VISITED VIETNAM THIS WEEK LOOKING FOR SUPPORT AS CHINA CONTINUES TO TRY TO RESIST THE WHITE HOUSE’S PRESSURE.
Read MoreNew Details Released After Governor’s Mansion Fire
MORE DETAILS TODAY ABOUT CODY BALMER, WHO IS NOW OFFICIALLY THE SUSPECT ACCUSED OF FIREBOMBING GOVERNOR JOSH SHAPIRO’S HOME…. CREWS ARE STILL WORKING TO CLEAR THE DEBRIS FROM GOVERNOR SHAPIRO’S SCORCHED RESIDENCE.
Read MoreCharges Filed in State College High School Threat
20 year old Braeden Phillips of Milroy, has now been charged with conspiracy to commit murder and unlawful possession of a firearm. Authorities say Phillips planned a shooting for April 21, the day after the 26th anniversary of the Columbine High School massacre, and intended to place explosives in restrooms of the high school in […]
Read MoreVoter Registration Deadline Nearing
Time is running out for you to register for the May 20 primary election. The deadline to submit voter registration forms is May 5, either online, by mail, or in person. Voters can also apply for a mail ballot by May 13, which must be returned by 8 p.m. on Election Day. Polls will be […]
Read MoreWind Advisory is in Effect for Several Pennsylvania Counties
If you plan on hitting the road today, you might want to listen to this one depending on which direction you are headed. A wind advisory is in effect for several Pennsylvania counties today, with gusts reaching up to 50 mph. The advisory, issued by the National Weather Service, covers Northern Centre, Southern Centre, Clearfield, […]
Read MoreHolbrook Found Guilty
A Reedsville man was found guilty of murdering Huntingtown resident Joseph Shymanski in 2023. 49 year old Brandon Holbrook was convicted after an eight-day trial for killing Shymanski, dismembering his body, and scattering the remains in nearby woods. Shymanski, a well-known photographer, was reported missing after his ex-wife identified Holbrook as a person of interest. […]
Read MoreState Senate Democrat Proposes Pay Schedule for State Educators with No Way to Pay for It
A new bill introduced by Democratic State Senator Lindsey Williams aims to address Pennsylvania’s public school staffing crisis. The proposed legislation would require schools to pay education support professionals a minimum of $20 per hour… a so-called “living wage” that he claims will help recruit and retain qualified staff. The bill also proposes reimbursement to […]
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