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WERNERSVILLE, PA — A stroke of luck hit Berks County this week when a local Pennsylvania Lottery retailer sold a Powerball® ticket that turned out to be worth $100,000. The …
Berks County Strikes Luck with $100,000 Powerball Ticket as Jackpot Soars to $1.09 Billion Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — George E. Jones, a 43-year-old resident of Harrisburg, has been handed a hefty prison sentence totaling more than 14 years for his involvement in the cocaine trade. …
Harrisburg Man Slapped with Over 14 Years Behind Bars in Major Cocaine Trafficking Case Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant expansion of a legal battle against Mariner Finance, accused of exploiting consumers through deceptive lending practices, six new states have joined Pennsylvania in a …
States Rally Against Mariner Finance in Expanding Consumer Protection Lawsuit Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The City of Brotherly Love came under the spotlight this week when teenager John Nusslein pleaded guilty to a spree of frightening carjackings, one of which resulted …
Guilty Plea Follows Fatal Carjackings – Teen Faces Life Behind Bars Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a poignant statement released Tuesday, Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) voiced her profound distress over the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, particularly highlighting the recent Israeli …
Congresswoman Houlahan Expresses Outrage Over Gaza Airstrike, Calls for Accountability and Ceasefire Read More
MEDIA, PA — In a significant contribution to the ongoing dialogue about policing and racial justice in the United States, Ife Williams, Ph.D., a professor of Political Science at Delaware …
New Book Sheds Light on the Complex History of Police Brutality in Philadelphia Read More
YORK, PA — In the solemn season of Child Abuse Prevention Month, a spotlight is being cast on the unsung heroes working tirelessly behind the scenes to protect children across …
Championing Child Safety: The Unsung Heroes of Pennsylvania’s Children’s Advocacy Centers Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County has been awarded the prestigious SolSmart Gold designation, affirming its commitment to advancing solar energy growth. This national recognition celebrates the county’s proactive measures …
Chester County Shines Bright with National Gold Level SolSmart Recognition for Solar Energy Initiatives Read More
BETHLEHEM, PA – In a proactive step to safeguard consumers and homeowners from the financial strain of unexpected water line breaks and sky-high bills, Pennsylvania’s House Majority Policy Committee, led …
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Propose Early Warning System for Water Leaks to Shield Consumers from Skyrocketing Bills Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In an ambitious move to galvanize the youth of America, NextGen America, the nation’s premier organization dedicated to increasing the turnout of young voters, unveiled its latest …
Hot Girls Vote: NextGen America’s Bold Strategy to Mobilize the Youth Vote Read More