Maryann Pugh

Fire, Contamination Fears, and Temperature Violations Hit County Kitchens WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department reported multiple food safety violations at several establishments following inspections c […]

Trump Claims Major Gains in Iran Operation, Signals More Strikes WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States is nearing its military objectives in a month-long campaign against Iran, according to President Donald Trump, w […]

NIH Visit Highlights PA’s Role in Medical Breakthroughs PHILADELPHIA, PA — Federal research funding is driving medical breakthroughs, job growth, and economic activity in Pennsylvania, as lawmakers and h […]

New Volunteer System Opens Access to PA Parks and Forests PHILIPSBURG, PA — Pennsylvanians can now more easily sign up for volunteer work in state parks and forests through a new statewide system designed to s […]

State Launches ‘Visit PA Playmakers’ to Greet Global Visitors PHILADELPHIA, PA — Pennsylvania will deploy a new statewide “welcome committee” in 2026 to engage millions of visitors expected for major natio […]

Fire Truck Costs Surge, Delays Raise Safety Concerns SPRINGFIELD, PA — Fire departments across Pennsylvania are facing rising costs and long delays for new fire trucks, raising concerns about public s […]

Chester County Reports Food Safety Violations at Multiple Sites WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department reported multiple food safety violations at licensed food facilities following inspections c […]

Lawmakers Weigh Housing Fixes as Costs Push Residents Out CHESTER, PA — Rising home prices and limited housing supply are prompting Pennsylvania lawmakers to explore new policies aimed at making housing more a […]

New Federal Order Targets Voter Eligibility, Mail Ballots WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new executive order will require federal agencies to verify voter citizenship and tighten controls on mail-in ballots, i […]

Pa. Leads Nation in Medicaid Fraud Convictions, Report Finds HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania ranked first in the nation for Medicaid fraud convictions and recovered more than $41 million in misused funds last y […]

Pa. Lawmaker Targets Warehouse Injuries With New Bills HARRISBURG, PA — Warehouse workers in Pennsylvania could see new safety protections under proposed legislation aimed at addressing injury rates that s […]

Health Department Reports Violations at Berwyn, Paoli Food Establishments WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department cited multiple food safety violations at two establishments during inspections conducted M […]

Chester County Overdose Deaths Fall to 10-Year Low WEST CHESTER, PA — Fewer people are dying from drug overdoses in Chester County, with fatalities dropping to their lowest level in nearly a decade as p […]

Airport Delays Ease as TSA Pay Resumes Amid Shutdown WASHINGTON, D.C. — Airport wait times are beginning to improve nationwide after federal action restored pay to Transportation Security Administration w […]

$999M Safety Grants Aim to Cut Crashes, Speed Response WASHINGTON, D.C. — Nearly $1 billion in federal funding is now available to help states and local communities improve road safety, expand emergency r […]

New Visa Wage Rule Could Raise Pay, Limit Hiring Loopholes WASHINGTON, D.C. — A proposed federal rule could require employers to pay foreign workers wages more closely aligned with U.S. workers, a change a […]

U.S. Push to Boost Missile Supply Chain Raises Stakes WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal officials are moving to significantly expand production of a critical missile component as part of a broader effort to s […]

Record Gulf Energy Payments Raise Stakes for Coastal States WASHINGTON, D.C. — Gulf Coast states and local governments will receive a record $460.9 million in federal offshore energy revenue, providing funding f […]

Trump Signature Set for U.S. Currency in Historic First WASHINGTON, D.C. — Future U.S. paper currency will include the signature of President Donald J. Trump alongside the Treasury secretary, marking the f […]

Holiday Meals Carry Hidden Risks, USDA Issues Safety Alert WASHINGTON, D.C. — Families preparing traditional spring holiday meals are being urged to follow basic food safety practices to avoid foodborne i […]