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Good Samaritan was killed while assisting other motorists on US 31
EDINBURGH – The Bartholomew County Coroner’s Office has identified the Good Samaritan who died in a Thursday accident on North US 31 near County Road 800 North as 39-year-old Pawel Wierzbicki of Pennsylvania. The cause of death is listed as massive trauma to the lower extremities. He was...
Red-state cities and suburbs are becoming more diverse
Growth in Asian, Black and Hispanic communities is transforming cities and suburban counties, especially in red states such as Florida, Indiana and Texas, according to a new Stateline analysis. The presidential swing states of Georgia, Nevada and Pennsylvania also were among the fastest-changing states. Nationally, the share of the non-white population grew in 47 states […] The post Red-state cities and suburbs are becoming more diverse appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Ex-ESPN anchor Keith Olbermann claims Trump was not ‘hit by a bullet’ at shooting
Former ESPN anchor Keith Olbermann claimed on X that former President Donald Trump was not “hit by a bullet” at his Pennsylvania rally. Olbermann, a major critic of the former president, made the statement shortly after Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-TX), who is also a medical doctor, released a statement clarifying that Trump is “doing well” […]
Report gives Chesapeake Bay its best grade in decades
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The overall health of the Chesapeake Bay, the nation’s largest estuary, received its highest grade since 2002 in an annual report released by scientists Tuesday: a C-plus. Scientists at the University of Maryland’s Center for Environmental Science made special note of Pennsylvania’s efforts to block pollution from entering state waterways. Pennsylvania has faced criticism in the past for not doing enough to stop pollution from flowing into...
Shapiro signs pharmacy benefit manager reform legislation into law
WILKES-BARRE — Gov. Josh Shapiro this week followed through on his commitment to increasing transparency and accountability to support Pennsylvanians and local pharmacies by signing bipartisan House Bill (HB) 1993 into law, providing stronger protections for patients in Pennsylvania and increased regulatory oversight of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). PBMs...
This year’s budget overturns local bans on rodeos. No Pa. lawmaker will take credit.
This story first appeared in The Investigator, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA featuring the best investigative and accountability journalism from across Pennsylvania. Sign up for free here. Harrisburg, Pa. — Under a little-noticed provision in the new state budget, Pennsylvania municipalities will be forced to allow rodeo events to take place in their borders even if local lawmakers have voted to restrict them. Only one place in the commonwealth...
In brief: Pine, Richland area happenings, week of July 22, 2024
Pine is offering stand-up paddles boarding sessions on Thursdays. Beginner stand-up paddle boarding offers safe, fun and supportive lessons, with the goal of building core strength and honing balance while playing on the water. Full Psych Adventure Team’s coach will guide beginners through the basics, from getting on and off...
College Announces Death of Professor Peter Carmichael
Civil War Institute director and history professor Peter Carmichael, 58, has died from a sudden illness. President Bob Iuliano announced his death in an email to the campus community Sunday afternoon. Carmichael was a published author, renowned Civil War scholar and Robert C. Fluhrer Professor of Civil War Era Studies...
Recent Saquon Barkley IG post will make Eagles fans want to run through a wall
We've seen photos cranked out by the Philadelphia Eagles' social media account. We saw him at the NovaCare Complex signing his new three-year deal. We saw him during practice sessions at OTAs and mandatory minicamp that were available to the media. It's still hard to believe that Saquon Barkley is one of us sometimes.
Unsettled start to the work week
Tonight, we will have a partly to mostly cloudy sky. Temperatures tonight will be in the upper 50s to mid 60s. Winds tonight will be light. A low-pressure system will move in Monday. This will bring us some scattered showers and thunderstorms. Otherwise, we will have more clouds compared to sunshine. Temperatures will be in the upper 70s to lower 80s. Monday evening and Monday night, right now it looks like there could be a steadier rain before it tapers off overnight leaving a cloudy sky. Monday night temperatures will be in the mid to upper 60s.
Homeless arsonist stopped by State College public works employee
State College, Pa. — A public works employee who put a fire out helped identify a homeless man accused of arson in State College. Benjamin Randolph Hamby, 41, of State College allegedly set a large garbage pile on fire near the intersection of East Calder Way and Sowers Street. The July 15 blaze was put out by the employee just before 5 a.m. after he spotted Hamby setting the fire, according to State College Police Officer Victoria Stewart. ...
What deals are available for first responders on 24/7 day?
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — To thank those who often work around the clock, July 24 is recognized as 24/7 Day and convenience stores around the country plan to give out free items to first responders. The National Association of Convenience Stores Foundation (NACS) started 24/7 Day six years ago and the annual event helps raise awareness and […]
Police respond to reports of fights breaking out at Ferndale Jubilee
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. — Emergency officials confirm that police responded to reports of several fights breaking out Saturday evening at the Ferndale Jubilee. While details are limited at this time, 911 dispatchers said they received a report from the Ferndale Police Department regarding the incident, which occurred Saturday evening around 10:45 p.m.
Penn State All-Sports Museum to unveil LEGO Beaver Stadium replica this week
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania (KDKA) -- One Penn State graduate is paying tribute to the iconic Beaver Stadium in a truly unique way. Garret Gourley's 3D model was built entirely out of LEGOs and he dedicated nearly 100 hours to building the replica of the home of the Nittany Lions. The...
EPA awards $4.3 billion to fund projects in 30 states to reduce climate pollution
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency is awarding $4.3 billion in grants to fund projects in 30 states to reduce climate pollution. The money will go to 25 projects targeting greenhouse gas emissions from transportation, electric power, commercial and residential buildings, industry, agriculture and waste and materials management. The grants are paid for by the 2022 climate law approved by congressional Democrats. The law, officially known as the Inflation Reduction Act, includes nearly $400 billion in spending and tax credits to accelerate the expansion of clean energy such as wind and solar power, speeding the nation’s transition away from...
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