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WYOMISSING, PA — Wyomissing Police responded to more than 70 incidents between Friday and early Sunday, including a DUI arrest, a reported theft, and numerous traffic stops, according to department …
DUI Arrest, Theft, and Dozens of Stops Mark Busy Wyomissing Weekend Read More
EXTON, PA — West Whiteland Police are searching for a 34-year-old woman in connection with an active bench warrant tied to retail theft charges, authorities reported.
Police Seek Woman on Retail Theft Warrant in Exton Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Firearm purchase denials increased in Pennsylvania during the first quarter of 2026 as background checks surged, according to new data released by the Pennsylvania State Police.
PA Gun Purchase Denials Rise as Background Checks Increase Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle early Sunday morning in West Chester, according to borough police.
Pedestrian Struck, Killed in Early Morning West Chester Crash Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Veterans living in sparsely populated areas may gain easier access to medical care as the Department of Veterans Affairs makes $7 million available to fund transportation services …
$7M VA Grants Target Rural Veterans’ Transportation Gaps Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Thousands of Pennsylvania child care workers are set to receive larger retention bonuses under a proposed state budget expansion, as officials aim to stabilize a workforce facing …
ICYMI: PA Child Care Bonuses Rise as Workforce Shortages Persist Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Nearly 28,000 Pennsylvanians have been referred to substance use treatment through a state helpline since Governor Josh Shapiro took office, as officials move to expand round-the-clock behavioral …
PA Expands 24/7 Crisis Help as Demand for Services Surges Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Veterans with disabilities may see expanded access to recreational and rehabilitation programs as the Department of Veterans Affairs makes $16 million in grants available for adaptive sports …
$16M VA Grants Aim to Expand Sports Access for Veterans Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Six school districts and institutions will no longer be bound by certain federal civil rights compliance agreements after the U.S. Department of Education rescinded portions of prior …
Education Dept. Lifts Title IX Agreements From Six Schools Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — More than 100,000 veterans have newly enrolled in Department of Veterans Affairs health care so far in 2026, reaching that milestone by the end of March and …
VA Enrollment Surge Raises Questions on Access, Impact Read More