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Shocking presidential poll of Pennsylvania voters
Voter sentiment offers a mixed bag to Democratic candidates in Pennsylvania, according to a recent poll.
Pittsburgh-New York train expected to cost $8M annually to operate
Pennsylvania’s travelers and train enthusiasts celebrated last fall when Amtrak announced twice-a-day service from Pittsburgh to New York via Harrisburg.
House Republicans blast New York City ‘handouts’ to migrants
Congressional Republicans are tearing into New York City Mayor Eric Adams over his $53 million migrant debit card "handouts" and demanding to know if federal funds were used for the taxpayer-funded program.
New plan offers college aid in exchange for Pennsylvania residency
As the public awaits more details of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s higher education reform plans, Republican legislators offer some ideas of their own.
New Jersey among states warning gunmaker in latest lawsuit
An Illinois lawsuit has led Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser and attorneys general from 11 other states and the District of Columbia to notify gunmaker Glock to preserve 37 years of documentation regarding its handguns.
Pennsylvania’s renter-friendly solar plan moves forward
A state-sponsored plan to bring solar power to more residents cleared the Pennsylvania House of Representatives this week.
Good news for people on unemployment in Pennsylvania
Complaining about the inefficiencies of Pennsylvania’s state agencies has become a favored pastime of residents, but in some places, wait times have been dramatically reduced.
New political party moves forward in Pennsylvania
A polarized America, increasingly dissatisfied with the current political duopoly and lack of choices, might open doors wide enough for third parties and independents to wield greater influence in elections.
3 sue National Park Service for refusing to accept cash at NY park
Three people have filed a lawsuit against the National Park Service for refusing to take cash for park entrance fees alleging its NPS Cashless program violates federal law.
New Jersey school faces off with teacher in legal battle
A Jewish school has been taken to the New Jersey Supreme Court fighting a legal challenge that could have significant implications for religious schools.