Maryann Pugh

FTC Warns Payment Giants Over Account Access Concerns WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal regulators warned major payment companies they could face enforcement action if they improperly deny customers access to f […]

ICYMI: Pa. Expands Free Period Products in Schools Statewide PITTSBURGH, PA — In case you missed it, more than 650,000 Pennsylvania students are receiving free access to menstrual hygiene products in schools as p […]

Owe Taxes? IRS Warns Delays Could Cost You More WASHINGTON, D.C. — Taxpayers who owe money or have not yet filed their federal returns could face higher penalties and interest if they delay, a […]

Pa. Invests $1.47M to Cut Gas Use, Expand Clean Vehicles HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is investing more than $1.47 million to help communities replace gasoline-powered vehicles, install electric charging i […]

VA Expands GI Bill Access After Court Rulings Affect Millions WASHINGTON, D.C. — Millions of veterans may qualify for additional education benefits under the GI Bill following recent court rulings, prompting f […]

Pennsylvania Expands Lifesaving Overdose Network Statewide HARRISBURG, PA — More Pennsylvanians now have access to free overdose-reversing medication and drug testing tools as the state’s Overdose Pre […]

FDA Approves First Treatment Targeting Hunter Syndrome Brain Effects WASHINGTON, D.C. — Children with a rare genetic disorder that affects the brain and body will have access to a newly approved treatment designed to s […]

$600M Bridge Funding Targets Congestion, Safety on I-95 WASHINGTON, D.C. — A major infrastructure project replacing a key Delaware River crossing will move forward after federal officials awarded $600 m […]

FTC Settlement Bars Firm Over Alleged Business Scam Claims WASHINGTON, D.C. — A company accused of misleading entrepreneurs with false income promises will be banned from selling business opportunities under a […]

New SBA Loan Program Aims to Lower Grocery Prices WASHINGTON, D.C. — Small businesses across the food supply chain will gain expanded access to federally backed loans starting May 1 under a new p […]

IRS Urges Free Filing Options as Tax Deadline Nears WASHINGTON, D.C. — Millions of taxpayers who have not yet filed their 2025 federal returns can still access free filing tools and assistance through I […]

Nuclear Export Bill Aims to Counter China, Boost U.S. Jobs WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan proposal introduced Thursday could expand U.S. nuclear energy exports and strengthen domestic job growth by enhancing f […]

Tax Credit Push Could Boost Refunds Before April Deadline PHILADELPHIA, PA — Eligible Pennsylvania residents could receive larger tax refunds this year as state officials promote a tax credit program d […]

$23M in Surprise Checks Headed to Pa. Residents’ Mailboxes HARRISBURG, PA — More than 100,000 Pennsylvania residents are set to receive unclaimed property payments totaling nearly $23 million as part of the s […]

White House Launches Mobile App for News, Video, and Public Feedback WASHINGTON, D.C. — The White House on Friday launched a new official mobile application designed to provide real-time updates, live video, and a d […]

Health Inspectors Flag Violations at West Chester Eatery WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department reported food safety violations at one facility following inspections conducted on March 27, w […]

Trump Orders Emergency Pay for TSA Workers Amid Shutdown WASHINGTON, D.C. — Transportation Security Administration employees will receive back pay and benefits despite an ongoing Department of Homeland S […]

Geothermal Bill Advances, Could Reshape PA Energy Future HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers are considering new regulations that could allow geothermal energy development statewide, potentially e […]

Phorid Fly Crackdown Expands Countywide, Bringing Relief HARRISBURG, PA — Chester County residents and mushroom growers will face stricter pest control requirements and gain access to new state funding a […]

New State Division Targets Rural Access to Civil Rights HARRISBURG, PA — Residents in Pennsylvania’s rural communities will see expanded access to civil rights resources and outreach efforts following the […]