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Hawley: Whistleblowers say Trump’s security detail was unprepared, inexperienced
(The Center Square) – Multiple whistleblowers have come forward telling U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., that many working as part of former President Donald Trump’s security detail at a rally in Pennsylvania one week ago weren’t Secret Service and were “unprepared and inexperienced personnel,” Hawley says. The accusation comes after the U.S. Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, on which Hawley sits, announced it will conduct a bipartisan investigation into the July 13 assassination attempt of Trump. ...
Red-state cities and suburbs are becoming more diverse
Growth in Asian, Black and Hispanic communities is transforming cities and suburban counties, especially in red states such as Florida, Indiana and Texas, according to a new Stateline analysis. The presidential swing states of Georgia, Nevada and Pennsylvania also were among the fastest-changing states. Nationally, the share of the non-white population grew in 47 states […] The post Red-state cities and suburbs are becoming more diverse appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
PA CareerLink of Centre County closing for maintenance
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — PA CareerLink of Centre County will be closed for one day this week. On Tuesday, July 23, The CareerLink office in Centre County, which is located at 240 Match Factory Place, Bellefonte, will be closed for routine maintenance. According to a Facebook post, the maintenance will impact their internet and […]
No Decision Yet on Subu Vedam’s Plea for a New Trial
BELLEFONTE – Having spent 42 of his 62 years in prison, Subu Vedam is probably used to waiting. After remotely watching a two-hour hearing of his petition for a new trial on Monday morning, he’s going to have to wait a little longer. Centre County President Judge Jonathan Grine listened to a prosecutor argue that Vedam’s request should be denied. Then he listened to Vedam’s counsel argue why he deserves a chance to prove he did not kill Thomas Kinser in 1980. In the end, Judge Grine had one question: How many days would the defense need to present its case for...
Shapiro signs pharmacy benefit manager reform legislation into law
WILKES-BARRE — Gov. Josh Shapiro this week followed through on his commitment to increasing transparency and accountability to support Pennsylvanians and local pharmacies by signing bipartisan House Bill (HB) 1993 into law, providing stronger protections for patients in Pennsylvania and increased regulatory oversight of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). PBMs...
Martinsburg man admits to 'smacking & spanking' toddler, leaving hand print, PSP says
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Authorities in Blair County say a Martinsburg man is facing charges following an investigation into alleged child abuse. Troopers say 25-year-old Brandon Long reportedly admitted to "smacking and spanking" the toddler following an alleged incident between the child and his sibling. According to the...
This year’s budget overturns local bans on rodeos. No Pa. lawmaker will take credit.
This story first appeared in The Investigator, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA featuring the best investigative and accountability journalism from across Pennsylvania. Sign up for free here. Harrisburg, Pa. — Under a little-noticed provision in the new state budget, Pennsylvania municipalities will be forced to allow rodeo events to take place in their borders even if local lawmakers have voted to restrict them. Only one place in the commonwealth...
Penn State Announces First Wave of Enhancements to Beaver Stadium
Renovations of Beaver Stadium are well underway, and Penn State continues to provide updates on how the upgrades will improve the fan experience. Improvements are being made to multiple gates and technological updates to solidify the in-house viewing experience. A new videoboard is coming to the South end of the...
Dr. Jennifer Harbaugh talks about Eligibility For Community Care Outside of the James E Van Zandt VA Medical Facility
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — We talk quite often about the services and departments that are available for veterans at the James E Van Zandt VA Medical Center. However, what happens when a veteran needs a service that the VA might not be able to handle at the moment. We join Dr. Jennifer Harbaugh who is the Chief of Community Care Services at the VA.
Are stars aligning for Penn State in 1st year of expanded Big Ten and College Football Playoff?
James Franklin knows there might be a perfect storm swirling for his team to find success in 2024. For starters, one of the best classes he’s ever recruited at Penn State is entering its junior year and has garnered plenty of on-field experience. Led by Drew Allar, Nicholas Singleton, Kaytron Allen, Abdul Carter and Kevin Winston Jr., the Nittany Lions’ 2022 recruiting class is at the forefront of Penn State’s hopes in 2024.
Penn State veterans give Nittany Lions 'chance to make a run,' James Franklin says
The 2024 junior class headlines a loaded Penn State roster. Penn State enters the 2024 college football season as a premier Big Ten title contender and College Football Playoff hopeful, and its candidacy for championships is in large part a product of its tremendous junior class. The 2022 recruiting cycle saw James Franklin build the nation's No. 6-ranked class with three five-star prospects and hordes of blue-chip talent picking the Nittany Lions as their home, and that talent is now mature.
Altoona Sheetz to host hiring event
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Calling all Sheetz Feakz! The Altoona Sheetz is hosting a hiring event where they will be looking for their next best workers. The event will be held on July 24 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., with all on-the-spot interviews being held at the Sheetz located at 1915 Pleasant Valley Blvd. […]
Woman threatened Altoona police with rock, parked at their station during chase, APD said
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — An Altoona woman was arrested over the weekend after allegedly threatening police with a rock before taking off in her car only to park in front of the police station during Hoopsfest. Angela Hatch, 49, was allegedly driving erratically on 9th Avenue, blaring her horn and throwing items from her car […]
PSU Altoona vision for 2030: enrollment, diversity and sports
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) – Penn State Altoona leaders have a 2030 vision for the Commonwealth campus: increased enrollment, campus diversity and new sports programs including golf, track and field, cross-country, field hockey and lacrosse. Dean Ron Darbeau, Chancellor for Penn State Altoona, shared several ongoing initiatives and other plans during the University’s Board of Trustees […]
Duo found in spraypainted stolen truck with drugs in Altoona, police report
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — A white truck reported stolen out of Bedford County was found in Altoona after being painted black, police reported. Matthew Daniel Barnes, 42, of Woodbury, and Shaina Marie Mauk, 33, of Osterburg, were arrested Friday, July 19, and charged with receiving stolen property, drug possession with intent and lesser drug charges. […]
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