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How will the AAPI vote impact the 2024 presidential election in Pa.?
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Vivian Chang is the executive director for Asian Americans United based in Chinatown North in Philadelphia. "What is the organizing potential and how do we activate the potential and power that folks have?" Chang said.The grassroots nonpartisan organization is focused on harnessing the full potential of voters who will be a major factor in the 2024 election. Asian & Pacific Islander American Vote tracks AAPI voters. Since 2012, the number of AAPI voters in Pennsylvania has grown by 32%."Across Pennsylvania, their data shows there's more than 300,000 eligible AAPI voters, so when we're talking about like elections, that's a huge...
Pa. opens public feedback on rate increases to 2025 health insurance plans
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Health insurance companies in Pennsylvania are looking to increase the prices of their coverage plans in 2025, which could raise monthly premium costs for people who buy plans through Affordable Care Act marketplaces.
Business leaders wary of critical mineral subsidies
(The Center Square) — As federal money and private investment pour into critical minerals, Pennsylvania’s potential is great. The grants that buoy more research to figure out the size of the market in the commonwealth, however, mean some projects are wary of embracing government handouts. For one leader, efforts that don’t diversify draw suspicion as he doesn’t see a strong future in critical minerals without other energy-focused endeavors. ...
Older living expo highlights government services for seniors to take advantage of
Local senior citizens were welcomed to a fair and older living expo Monday morning at the Zem Zem Shrine Club. The fair provided seniors with the latest information on state and local services including veteran benefits and healthcare options. Pennsylvania State Representative Ryan Bizzarro championed the event and said this...
Buffalo Needs Your Help To Replace Thousands Of Lead Water Lines
Under the more than 600 miles of roads in New York State's second-largest city lies a problem that needs to be remediated. That problem, if left unchecked, will cause severe damage to the residents of our great city. However, if these issues are fixed, the improvements will serve the people of Buffalo for generations to come.
Pennsylvania man wanted on Ohio OVI warrant turns up in Indiana: Gates Mills Police Blotter
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WCSD Adjusts for Low Enrollment at Sheffield High School
As the new school year draws near, the Warren County School District (WCSD) is once again making adjustments to address low student enrollment at Sheffield Middle-High School. For the second consecutive year, students at the Sheffield school will be bussed to the district’s larger school in Warren for their core classes, returning to Sheffield for electives.
County to Host Inaugural 'Be the Light' Event in Dunkirk
In recognition of Overdose Awareness Week, the Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene and the Suicide Prevention Alliance of Chautauqua County, in collaboration with the CHQ Together We Can Coalition, will host a series of events aimed at raising awareness about overdose prevention and honoring those who have been affected by addiction. This year marks the first-ever "Be the Light" event, set to take place on Saturday, August 31st from 5:00-8:30 PM at the Lower Pavilion of Point Gratiot Park in Dunkirk.
Health Dept. Announces Upcoming Animal Rabies Immunization Clinics in the Town of Sherman
MAYVILLE, N.Y. – The Chautauqua County Health Department (CCHD) is announcing a free rabies vaccination clinic sponsored by the Town of Sherman and the CCHD. Animals must be pre-registered to receive vaccinations. Vaccinations will be provided free of charge to all dogs, cats, and domesticated ferrets three months of age and older.
New York State Man Dies After Tree Falls On Him
Police say a New York state man died on his property after a tree fell over on top of him. While the chances of being struck by a falling tree are pretty low, accidents such as this can happen sometimes. Older or diseased trees with cracked branches or exposed roots can pose a risk for falling over on your property. Also, the amount of heavy rain and storms the area has endured this summer can be another big factor with trees weakening.
Colored Girls Bike Too celebrates One Year Anniversary of Community Bike Shop, Holistic Cycles, and Mobility Bank
Last August, I wrote about Jalonda Hill, Founder and President of Colored Girls Bike Too (CGBT), and her critical initiative to create a Holistic Mobility Hub on Jefferson Avenue. Her project included the development of a Community Bike Shop, Holistic Cycles, and Mobility Bank. Founded in 2017, CGBT is in...
The problems of the Diocese of Buffalo
The Western New York community and most particularly, members of the Catholic Church, have been witnessing an incredible amount of discussion about the Diocese of Buffalo and the parish churches that are the heart of the Diocese. This blog in the past has reported and commented on the management crisis that has now turned into a financial crisis – the scandals involving priests who had sexually abused children in the parishes has led to the problem of how to pay for eventual settlements for the victims.
PECO’s EV Investment: Rebates, Charging Stations, and Savings Tools to Simplify Your Switch to Electric Vehicles
Working with customers to help them access cleaner electric transportation options is an integral part of PECO's Path to Clean commitment. PECO, Pennsylvania’s largest electric and natural gas delivery company and provider of energy to millions of customers in the Greater Philadelphia region, is on a Path to Clean, working with its parent company Exelon to reduce its operations-driven emissions by 50 percent by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. To meet these aggressive targets, the company has been implementing programs to dramatically reduce its carbon footprint, while also investing in infrastructure to make cleaner energy solutions more accessible, affordable, and equitable for customers. One of the ways PECO is doing this is by embracing electric vehicles (EVs).
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