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Report: Traffic stops show insignificant racial, ethnic disparities
(The Center Square) – A new report from the Pennsylvania State Police found no statistically significant racial or ethnic disparities during traffic stops in 2023. The data, analyzed by researchers from the University of Cincinnati, shows troopers pulled over white, Black and Hispanic drivers at the same rate. The odds of receiving a warning or citation or being arrested were “statistically insignificant,” said Dr. Robin Engel, professor of criminal justice at the University of Cincinnati. ...
Workplace bullying isn’t illegal in PA, lawmakers aim to change that
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) – Workplace bullying and psychological abuse are not illegal in Pennsylvania, but lawmakers raised the issue during a policy committee hearing Wednesday. House Majority Policy Committee members heard from advocates, survivors and attorneys about concerns of a public health threat and the need to protect Pennsylvania’s workers from what researchers call a […]
Latest round of transportation improvements outlined across Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Transportation Commission has adopted the 2025 12-Year Transportation Program (TYP). The plan anticipates that $88 billion will be available for the next 12 years for improvements to roads, bridges, transit systems, airports, railroads and active transportation. This is a reported increase of more than 5% from the 2023 TYP.
Death of Pennsylvania father resurfaces in FM area as a scam
MOORHEAD, Minn. (Valley News Live) - A post shared to the Fargo-Moorhead SALES AND MORE Facebook page has been getting a lot of attention across the Red River Valley. The post reads: “HELP FIND HIM – 36-year-old Brian Posch went missing yesterday morning here in #Moorhead. His truck was found last night with his baby girl inside but unfortunately, there is still no sign of him. He is 5/9″ and 165 lbs. A silver alert has been issued for Keith who is considered to possible be in EXTREME danger and in need of medical assistance. We are asking for the community’s help. ONLY TAKES 2 SECONDS to share…”
Pennsylvania man accused of voting in 2 states faces federal charges
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A man faces federal charges that he voted in both Florida and in Pennsylvania for the 2020 presidential election, and twice in Pennsylvania during the November 2022 election. The U.S. attorney’s office in Philadelphia said Friday it had filed five charges against 62-year-old Philip C. Pulley of Huntingdon Valley, alleging he […]
2024 PSAC Preseason Coaches’ Poll: SHIP U. Women’s Soccer
The Shippensburg University women’s soccer team was voted eighth in the 2024 Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Eastern Division Preseason Coaches’ Poll released Tuesday afternoon by the conference office. The preseason coaches’ poll is selected by the league’s coaches and was announced through the league’s social media channels....
Wildfire Smoke: Could DC region see hazy skies Wednesday?
WASHINGTON - Drifting wildfire smoke will come close to the Washington D.C. region on Wednesday afternoon and could slightly impact some areas to the north with hazy skies. Wildfire smoke over parts of Pennsylvania and New York on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 (NWS New York NY / @NWSNewYorkNY) "Wildfire smoke...
Harris, Walz and spouses to tour Pennsylvania by bus ahead of convention
Vice President Harris, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) and their spouses will kick off a bus tour in Pennsylvania ahead of the Democratic National Convention next week. Harris, Walz, second gentleman Doug Emhoff, and Minnesota’s first lady Gwen Walz will start the tour in Pittsburgh on Sunday, and they are planning to make several stops across western Pennsylvania, the campaign announced in a Wednesday press release.
Sealed bids for expired PA restaurant licenses now being accepted: PLCB
(WJET/WFXP) – Bids to award 20 expired restaurant licenses throughout Pennsylvania are now being accepted. The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) announced in a Tuesday release welcoming bids to the licenses in the 13th license auction since Act 39 became effective in August 2016. The bids for this restaurant license auction are due by noon […]
N.J. auto dealer sold ‘unroadworthy’ vehicles in Pa., AG says in lawsuit
The office of the Pennsylvania Attorney General has announced a lawsuit against a New Jersey auto dealer, claiming the business and its owner carried out unlicensed sales in Pennsylvania. A press release from the office of Attorney General Michelle Henry stated the lawsuit has been filed against Segtaf Automobile, LLC...
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