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Pennsylvania Capitol temporarily evacuated after power outage
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A power outage and reports of a possible smoke smell led to a temporary evacuation at the Pennsylvania State Capitol in Harrisburg on Thursday.The outage happened around 11 a.m. throughout the Capitol Complex, according to the Commonwealth's Department of General Services.After emergency crews responded, the power was restored. No one was hurt.WHP-TV, a CBS affiliate station in Harrisburg, reported that some Capitol employees smelled smoke or gas in a garage below the building.Public access to the building was restored just after 12 p.m., the Department of General Services said.It wasn't a particularly busy day at the Capitol, with the Pennsylvania Legislature's online calendar only showing a hearing of the Independent Regulatory Review Commission scheduled.More information on what caused the power outage was not immediately available.
Nine concerts to attend in Pa. over Labor Day 2024 weekend: Where to buy tickets
Labor Day weekend 2024 is just a little over two weeks away. Music fans looking for a concert to attend in Pa. should consider these:. Brad Paisley at the Allentown Fair. Tickets: Stubhub, SeatGeek, Vivid Seats. James Taylor at TD Pavilion at the Mann in Philadelphia. Tickets: Stubhub, SeatGeek, Vivid...
How many Olympic medals did Pennsylvanians bring home for Team USA?
As the Olympics have concluded we set out to find out how many medals Pennsylvanians earned for Team USA. According to a research study by “The Sport Geek“, Pennsylvania earned 11 medals, 7 gold, 2 silver, and 2 bronze during the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France. PHL17 compiled this list of Pennsylvanian Olympians and […]
Pennsylvania officials hear farmers’ concerns at Ag Progress Days
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Penn State’s Ag Progress Days attract hundreds of people each year and while they may not be farmers they do have a particular interest in agriculture. Some pretty big faces, like Congressman Glenn Thompson, Secretary of the PA Department of Agriculture Russell Redding, US Senator Bob Casey, US Senate Candidate […]
Report finds Pa. state police stops are conducted with no racial or ethnic disparities
Last year, Pennsylvania State Police pulled over drivers of various races and ethnicities at similar rates, according to a department report released Wednesday. Researchers used multiple analytical techniques and were unable to find any substantive racial or ethnic disparities in traffic stops made by the state police in 2023, according to Dr. Robin...
Popular retailer is opening 3 stores in Pa. under new owner after closing all of its locations
Rue21 stores are back in Pennsylvania. It wasn’t that long ago that the specialty fashion retailer of apparel and accessories, filed for bankruptcy and closed all of its 540 stores including 21 locations in Pennsylvania. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
Students Free Admission to All Home Athletic Events!!!
This year at Keystone High School and Middle School all students will be admitted at no cost to all home athletic events! Adults will still be charged $7 for all high school athletic events and $5 for middle school events. We are excited about this new change and hopefully will bring more excitement and positivity to our student-athletes, and athletic programs here at Keystone.
Cereal Offender: Man Busted for Allegedly Hiding Cough Syrup in Great Value Corn Flakes Box
CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. (EYT) — In a baffling blend of breakfast and burglary, a Knox man finds himself in hot water after allegedly stashing four packages of Delsym cough medicine inside a Great Value Corn Flakes box at the Walmart in Cranberry Township, then only scanning the cereal box at checkout.
State Police Calls: Local Man Tosses Fireworks Into Cranberry Township Yard
VENANGO CO., Pa. — Franklin-based state police responded to the following incidents:. According to a report released August 14 by PSP Franklin, troopers were dispatched to Rockmere Road in Cranberry Township, Venango County, for individuals throwing fireworks from a vehicle into the victim’s yard. The incident occurred July...
Pirates say verbal deal reached in players' union suit over image use by team, Sheetz
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates said Thursday a verbal agreement had been reached to settlea lawsuit by Major League Baseball Players Association against the team's parent company and the convenience store chain Sheetz Inc. alleging unlicensed use of players’ names and images on social media. MLB Players...
Michelle Walker is focused on access for all as the city prepares its second-ever ADA transition plan
Michelle Walker is the City of Pittsburgh’s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Disabilities Resource Coordinator for the Office of Equal Protection in Mayor Gainey’s office. The Office of Equal Protection is a civil enforcement and compliance office that seeks accountability in workers’ rights, civil rights, and public safety.
Steelers Break Silence on Extension Plans for Russell Wilson & Justin Fields
The Pittsburgh Steelers totally blew up their quarterback room this offseason, bringing in four new faces including Russell Wilson, Justin Fields and Kyle Allen. And yet, another total overhaul could theoretically occur in 2025 if things go wrong. Neither Wilson, Fields nor Allen is under contract next season as of...
The Upper Room hosts Erie’s homeless a picnic at the beach
It was a chance for Erie’s homeless to get a day away from city streets. The Upper Room transported about 30 people it serves to Presque Isle State Park for a fun day. The adults and children enjoyed playing on Beach 11 and having a picnic in the nearby pavilion. But the executive director said it was also a chance for social connections.
Changes to Intentional Grounding Rule Explored: NFL Insights for Fans
The discussion centers around key updates and fan inquiries regarding the Pittsburgh Steelers' status as the NFL season approaches. Notable topics include the intentional grounding rule, potential trades, and memorable game experiences. Insights from team executives reflect strategic considerations in roster improvements, including the possibility of trading for prominent players like Brandon Aiyuk and the impact of historical draft decisions. Coach Mike Tomlin's decision-making process for replay challenges was also clarified.
The Fight Over Giving Out Needles to Drug Users in Pa., Explained in 9 Numbers
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 — About a year ago, Spotlight PA and WESA started looking into a conflicting part of Pennsylvania's opioid windfall. The multibillion dollar settlements that attorneys general reached with drug companies say expanding syringe services should be a priority for the money. But those programs are widely considered illegal in most of Pennsylvania under our drug paraphernalia law. Supporters say these programs help connect people with treatment and make communities safer by reducing the presence of discarded needles. Some lawmakers in Harrisburg...
Pa. tops swing states in presidential campaign ad spending: news report
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