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What happens if Shapiro joins Harris ticket, wins election? This man becomes Pa. governor.
A Pittsburgh-area native would be next in line if Gov. Josh Shapiro were to join the Democratic ticket for the presidency and win the November election. For Shapiro to assume the role of vice president, he'd resign from the governorship. The Pennsylvania Constitution is clear about the line of succession: "In the...
Pennsylvania Community Pharmacists Cheer New Law Reforming Pharmacy Benefit Managers
HARRISBURG, PA — Community pharmacists across Pennsylvania are applauding the recent signing of House Bill 1993 by Governor Josh Shapiro. This new law aims to overhaul how pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) operate within the state, addressing long-standing issues that have plagued local pharmacies and patients alike. The bill signing took place at Hometown Pharmacy in New Castle, a staple in its community since 1997.
US Attorneys host virtual program to Pennsylvania prisons and jails to ensure inmates have access treatment for opioid use disorder
HARRISBURG, Pa. — As part of the Department of Justice’s response to the opioid crisis, the United States Attorneys for the Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Pennsylvania hosted a virtual training this week to educate Pennsylvania’s state and local correctional facilities on their obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide inmates with access to medication to treat opioid use disorder (OUD).
Man shot, injured at Pennsylvania Trump rally released from hospital
One of the two men shot and injured in the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump has been released from the hospital, officials said. David Dutch, 57, was discharged on Wednesday, Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh said. Dutch was shot in the chest and liver and was initially in...
Election safety preparations underway in Pennsylvania
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — From the assassination attempt on a former president to the race for the White House getting heated, threats and violence are a major concern heading into the November election.FBI Pittsburgh told KDKA-TV, "In recent months, the FBI has seen an increase in threats to election workers across the country. The types of threats are varied and have included online threats and harassment, white powder letters to election facilities, and swatting against election workers. The FBI takes all threats of violence seriously, including threats targeting those who do the critical work of administering free and fair elections throughout...
Jamestown Declares State of Emergency
JAMESTOWN, N.Y. — The City of Jamestown is now declaring a State of Emergency due to what the city says is around 300 unauthorized people camping on both public and private land. In a release sent Thursday night, the city details a litany of issues, including health and safety...
Bills replacing Stefon Diggs looks easier after WR's breakout day at training camp
When the Buffalo Bills made the shocking trade of sending Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans, there was a lot of speculation as to how the Bills would recreate the wide receiver room. In addition, Gabe Davis had also left the Bills and signed with Jacksonville so Buffalo had some really big question marks. Before trading Diggs away, the Bills managed to sign wide receiver Curtis Samuel to a three-year deal, giving Buffalo the ability to utilize him in both the pass and the run.
Details Emerge On Ex-Cuomo, Hochul Aide Whose $3.5M Manhasset Home Was Searched By FBI
A former top aide to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo whose Long Island home was searched by the FBI earlier this week was fired by the state last year after "evidence of misconduct, according to new reports. According to a report by Politico, Linda Sun was...
Comedian Taylor Tomlinson to host 2 shows at Shea’s in October
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Comedian Taylor Tomlinson is set to hold two shows at Shea’s Performing Arts Center in October. Tomlinson, who is the host of the CBS late-night show “After Midnight” will bring her “Save Me” tour to Shea’s on Oct. 4 and 5. Presale tickets are available at 10 a.m. Thursday and the […]
Man shot, injured at Pennsylvania Trump rally released from hospital
One of the two men shot and injured in the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump has been released from the hospital, officials said. David Dutch, 57, was discharged on Wednesday, Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh said. Dutch was shot in the chest and liver and was initially in a medically induced coma after the shooting, according to the Marine Corps League of Pennsylvania. Dutch is a former Marine who serves as commandant of his Marine Corps League detachment, the organization said.
Campers Ticketed for Feeding Black Bear in Upstate New York
A group of campers found themselves on the wrong side of the law after tangling with a hungry black bear. While black bears tend to have a healthy fear of humans, some can become extremely dangerous. Recently, a bear in White Creek had to be shot dead after breaking into a home and ransacking the place.
Jefferson Health earns Stroke GoldPlus award for care
Jefferson Health, a top health system with hospitals in South Jersey and Pennsylvania, has received the American Heart Association’s Get with the Guidelines Stroke GoldPlus quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines. Jefferson Cherry Hill...
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