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This summer, 30 public schools will be part of the School District of Philadelphia’s “extended day, extended year” program.
A hunger strike reportedly erupted last month at the Moshannon Valley Processing Center in Clearfield County.
Making AI data centers cover the costs of their energy use requires help from legislators and others beyond Gov. Josh Shapiro’s reach.
Religiously affiliated small colleges are battling the same existential pressures as non-religious liberal arts colleges nationwide.
First responders found the remnants of what appeared to be an M-type explosive at the scene.
The scholarships will award $8,000 each year through high school graduation for 500 students.
Some county election officials were excited for the new capabilities, but now they won’t get them until at least 2027.
The court ordered counties to release granular data on individual ballots; some are unsure if they can comply and still keep choices secret.
The state’s $193 million award is designed to help offset the $20 billion the state is expected to lose in Medicaid dollars.
Legislation would enhance penalties for traffickers, give victims immunity from prosecution and address deepfakes.
In 10 state legislatures across the South, Republicans could gain more than 190 seats currently held by Democrats.
The proposal would implement a 5% gross receipts tax on digital advertising platforms.
Pennsylvania is part of the coalition of 20 Republican attorneys general asking the high court to review the matter.
Janelle Stelson refused a debate; Justin Douglas refused to guarantee her an endorsement should she win the primary.
Ashish Patel of Carlisle emerged as Beshear’s biggest recent donor in the second half of 2025.
Federal immigration authorities denied responsibility, but the death has added to a community’s anxiety.
As federal agents sought to make arrests in Allegheny County courts, they emailed the sheriff to alert them to the time and location.
The Venetoulis Institute also runs the Pulitzer Prize-winning Baltimore Banner.
A family, no criminal history, medical need — only Trump’s administration would keep Omar Viadurre-Luis behind bars, expert says.
Families making up to 300% of the median income where they live can qualify to receive scholarships.
