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HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania voters face a series of upcoming deadlines ahead of the May 19 primary election, as state officials launch a voter education campaign to increase awareness of …
Pa. Primary Deadlines Set as State Pushes Voter Awareness Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Employers across the country may see increased federal support and guidance on workplace safety under a new initiative designed to help businesses meet safety standards and reduce …
OSHA Launches New Program to Help Businesses Avoid Violations Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In case you missed it, nearly $1 million in new state funding will expand a fast-track program designed to quickly certify special education teachers, as Pennsylvania works …
ICYMI: New Grants Aim to Ease Teacher Shortage, Expand Special Ed Access Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — New U.S.-Japan investment projects could bring tens of billions of dollars into American energy and infrastructure, including major developments in Pennsylvania, as the two countries expand cooperation …
Massive U.S.-Japan Energy Deals Could Reshape Power Supply Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Two individuals have been charged in connection with an alleged multi-state card skimming operation targeting Electronic Benefit Transfer accounts, authorities said.
Multi-State EBT Skimming Scheme Leads to Felony Charges Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal agencies that manage national parks and public lands will shift millions in annual spending toward American-made uniforms under a new purchasing policy aimed at boosting domestic …
New Federal Buying Rule Redirects Millions to U.S. Textiles Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s gaming industry generated more than $547 million in February, marking a significant year-over-year increase driven by continued growth across multiple gaming segments.
Pa. Gaming Revenue Surges 14.6% As Industry Hits $547M Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A federally approved land exchange in Arizona will allow development of a major copper mine expected to create jobs and boost domestic mineral production, following a court …
Arizona Land Deal Clears Path for Major Copper Mine Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Fifty-nine Pennsylvania workers have recovered nearly $130,000 in unpaid wages after a state investigation found a construction company failed to properly pay overtime.
59 Workers Repaid After Wage Violations Found in Pa. Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Americans who fly drones in restricted airspace could face fines exceeding $100,000, criminal charges, and possible jail time under a new federal enforcement push targeting unauthorized drone …
Illegal Drone Flights Could Trigger $100K Fines, Jail Time Read More