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Bill to allow medical practice across state lines sent to Gov. Shapiro
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — In an effort to address healthcare worker shortages, Rep. Frank Burns created legislation that would allow interstate licensing compacts to become operational. That bill, H.B. 2200, was sent to the Governor Shapiro on Wednesday, July 3. The legislation would require applicants in healthcare professions to submit fingerprints as part of their […]
Pennsylvania bill looks to end ‘control’ social media has over you: ‘Unfair censorship’
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives will be introducing new legislation to combat “unfair censorship,” when it comes to your social media. The legislation, created by Representative Marla Brown (R-Lawrence County), highlighted two points of concern when it comes to censorship and social media platforms. First, the legislation aims to prohibit social […]
Senate passes bill that would benefit farmers, veterans
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — A bill that would benefit farmers, veterans and sportsmen in Pennsylvania was approved by the Senate, according to Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35). Senate Bill 916 was approved on Wednesday, July 3 and is headed to the governor for his signature. The bill authorizes farmers to make deliveries directly to homes using […]
Here's who is excelling for Boonsboro, Funkstown legion baseball teams
With about one month completed in the American Legion baseball season, let's take a brief look at which players are lighting it up at the plate and/or on the mound for Washington County's two 19U teams, Boonsboro Post 10 and Funkstown Post 211, so far. Boonsboro Post 10 The Patriots, who are the defending...
Pa. Democrats rail against Supreme Court homeless decision
The U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Grants Pass v. Johnson that cities can punish people for sleeping in public has some Democrats in Pennsylvania seething. The high court said laws regulating camping on public property does not constitute “cruel and unusual punishment,” which is prohibited by the Eighth Amendment.
Pennsylvania election official on the greatest threat for the 2024 election
In 2020, the crucial battleground state of Pennsylvania faced significant turmoil with election protests, court challenges and threats against election officials, including Republican Al Schmidt. Schmidt, who previously oversaw Philadelphia's elections as a commissioner and supervised the city's election, now holds the position of secretary of the commonwealth, the state's top election official.He said the greatest threat to the 2024 presidential election is the high turnover rate among those officials who are responsible for running elections."Some people left because of the ugly environment with threats. Some people left because it was time for them to retire," said Schmidt.More than 80 senior...
Cumberland County brewery announces upcoming closure
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — After six years of operation, a family-owned brewery in Cumberland County recently announced that it will be closing at the end of this summer. A locally operated brewery with a taproom at 4830 Carlisle Pike in Mechanicsburg, named Mellow Mink Brewing, announced that they would be closing down at some point later this summer.
Heat index makes it feel like the 100s on July Fourth in Maryland; isolated storms possible
The heat index has reached the 100s, bringing excessive heat on July Fourth in Maryland with scattered storms possible. || Closings/Delays | Weather Advisories | Radar | Forecast | Email Alerts | Send us your pics ||. The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory from noon to 8 p.m....
Hopewell Sports Nation Celebrates Our 1-Year Anniversary!
It’s hard to believe and it surely wasn’t easy but today, Hopewell Sports Nation celebrates our 1-year anniversary!!. Where should I begin. I’m not going to blabber on too long but there are a few things that I’d like to mention. First and foremost, a huge...
Harrisburg fireworks cut short after guns found on juveniles, several detained: police
DAUPHIN COUNTY, PA. (WHP) — Multiple people have been arrested and detained at the Riverfront Park fireworks event after police recovered several firearms on the scene. Commissioner Carter says that police recovered several guns from juveniles and that four people have been detained. "I saw fit to stop the fireworks and close the park down," Commissioner Carter told CBS21.
Thieves target car registration documents in another round of break-ins in Philly
Residents in the neighborhood of Fitler Square in Philadelphia say their cars were broken into again. It's the second time in one week and what was stolen from the cars could be related to organized crime involving identity theft. The thieves targeted cars on both sides of Locust Street near...
Justin Edwards signs with Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (WYMT) - Former Kentucky forward Justin Edwards has signed with the Philadelphia 76ers, according to the team’s X page. Edwards signed a two-way contract, which means he is eligible to play for the 76ers and their G-League team, Delaware Blue Coats. The Philadelphia native left UK after...
PHOTOS AND VIDEO: Pottstown packs the streets for July 4 parade and party
POTTSTOWN — Patriots packed High Street Thursday for the annual Fourth of July parade and Pottstown GoFourth! street festival. As the mercury rose throughout the day, so too did the enthusiasm residents and visitors showed for the party Pottstown puts on every year. From ax-throwing to jugglers, face painting...
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