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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 […]
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...
Butler's Drew Griffith named 2023-24 TribLive HSSN Boys Athlete of the Year
Jul. 3—Drew Griffith discusses his record-setting year with TribLive HSSN's Don Rebel on the Rebel Yell podcast. ------Butler senior Drew Griffith broke a national record on a track in Boston and smashed another record at the state championships in Shippensburg. Yet, neither is necessarily his favorite place to run. In fact, the reigning state cross country champion says he'd prefer to go for ...
‘Anything Floats’ races return with large crowd to Cumberland County lake
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Police: Cumberland County man exposed himself multiple times to bar patrons
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. — A Cumberland County man has been charged after allegedly trying to fight people and exposing himself at a Camp Hill bar. According to the Lower Allen Township Police Department, on June 26 around midnight, officers were dispatched to Brewhouse Grille for an active fight. One man, identified as Cody Edman, 28, was allegedly actively trying to pick fights and exposing himself.
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.
Perry County roofing company fined for children working in unsafe conditions
LIVERPOOL, Pa. (WHTM) – The U.S. Department of Labor says a Perry County roofing company has been fined for having children work in unsafe conditions. The Department of Labor says S&L Roofing, Gutters and Siding LLC. was cited for five safety violations and assessed $64,759 in proposed penalties after two boys ages 12 and 14 […]
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...
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