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Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Empower Philadelphia Residents in Reclaiming Vacant Land
HARRISBURG, PA — On Monday, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives narrowly passed Senate Bill 645 with a vote of 102-100. The bill, which had already cleared the Senate on June 27, 2024, now awaits Governor Shapiro’s signature to become law. What Senate Bill 645 Entails. Senate Bill 645...
60-year-old plans rediscovered, reconsidered for The Ridge in Johnstown
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Westmont Hilltop Recreation Commission has taken interest in long-abandoned development plans for The Ridge. During a meeting on Monday, copies of the 61-year-old plans for The Ridge, which is located at 3984 Menoher Blvd, were laid out before members of the commission, according to our media partners at The Tribune-Democract. […]
Brian Windhorst Sparks Controversy with Bold Prediction About Philadelphia 76ers’ Championship Chances
In a recent episode of the show “Get Up” on ESPN, Brian Windhorst, Bobby Marks, and Zach Lowe joined Dan Graziano to discuss their expectations for Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers following the acquisition of Paul George in free agency. Windhorst made some debatable predictions regarding Sixers’ center Joel Embiid, suggesting that this season is not the only chance for the player to pursue a championship.
Jason and Kylie Kelce Raise Nearly $1 Million for Important Cause: ‘We Are So Proud’
Jason and Kylie Kelce are having one heck of a charitable summer. Spearheaded by the Kelces, the fourth annual Team 62 fundraiser benefiting the Eagles Autism Foundation raised over $865,000 in just two days. “The enthusiasm and generosity around this event never ceases to amazing (sic) me,” Kylie, 32, boasted via Instagram on Wednesday, July […]
Sixers Should Roll the Dice on Former All-Star Trying for NBA Comeback
Despite constantly reshaping the roster around Joel Embiid, the Philadelphia 76ers are yet to get over the hump and make it past the second round of the Eastern Conference playoffs. With the addition of Paul George in free agency, the pressure is on the Sixers to go farther than any previous version of this team has.
Structure fire reported on Kennedy Lane in Steelton
STEELTON, Pa. — A structure fire was reported on Kennedy Lane in Steelton Saturday afternoon. Emergency crews are responding to the scene. Injuries are unknown at this time. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. For live traffic updates, click here. Do you have photos or video of...
Pittsburgh won't be removing homeless encampments after U.S. Supreme Court ruling
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Do people experiencing homelessness have the right to camp out in cities like Pittsburgh? Over the objections of advocates for those experiencing homelessness, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled cities can enforce no-camping laws and take down tent encampments, even if there is no offer of alternative shelter or housing.In Pittsburgh, the tents will stay.Tucked behind the Allegheny County Jail is a sprawling encampment of 35 tents along the Eliza Furnace Trail."It's getting ridiculous. We have our two kids and I don't even really want to take them past it. They're definitely encroaching on the trail. You know,...
Woman dies in Lancaster County crash
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — State Police in Lancaster have confirmed that a one-vehicle crash killed one on Saturday. According to PSP, the crash occurred on Holtwood Road west of Magnolia Road in Drumore Township at 1p.m. Kristy Larson, 42 of Lancaster, was driving eastbound down Holtwood Road, and crashed...
Lancaster County community holding sendoff event for local Olympian
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– The East Lampeter Township Board of Supervisors will pass a resolution on July 15, 2024, honoring resident and two-time Olympian Casey Kaufhold and her teammates Jennifer Mucino-Fernandez and Catalina Gnoriega. The Board of Supervisors is hosting a greeting and support for the United States women’s archery team from 4 to 5 […]
Pa capital bombing threat; what we know about Capitol evacuation
The Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg was evacuated Saturday following an emailed bomb threat. Here’s what we know about the incident. The threat came in an email sent to several hundred people in the capitol Saturday evening, according to multiple published reports. The email warned of “highly lethal lead azide...
Biden returns to battleground Pennsylvania for campaign events in Philadelphia and Harrisburg
President Joe Biden campaigned in the top swing state Sunday as he works to reassure voters that he is up to the job. The post Biden returns to battleground Pennsylvania for campaign events in Philadelphia and Harrisburg appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Pa. liquor board ordered to refund millions in alcohol pickup fees
Individuals, bars and restaurants statewide are closer to receiving refunds worth tens of millions of dollars on orders of alcohol not carried at Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores but which were required to be picked up at the state liquor seller’s locations. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court this week...
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