Maryann Pugh

Traffic Deaths Hit Record Low in PA, But Risks Remain HARRISBURG, PA — Traffic fatalities in Pennsylvania dropped to their lowest level on record in 2025, even as officials warn that risky driving b […]

$7.4B Opioid Deal Takes Effect, PA Set for Funding HARRISBURG, PA — A $7.4 billion national settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family is now in effect, paving the way for more than $200 m […]

Energy Projects Stalled? New Bill Targets Permitting Delays WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new federal proposal aims to speed up approval timelines for energy and infrastructure projects, targeting delays that lawmakers s […]

New Court Kiosks Aim to Cut Delays, Expand Access CHESTER COUNTY, PA — Chester County has expanded a network of self-service kiosks across its court system, aiming to make it faster and easier for r […]

New Bill Targets Risks in Growing Prediction Markets WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan group of U.S. senators is proposing new federal rules for prediction markets, aiming to curb insider advantages and s […]

Inspection Findings Raise Concerns at Multiple Chester County Kitchens WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department reported violations at three food facilities during inspections conducted May 1, while m […]

Homeowners Gain New Power to Cancel Contracts, Court Rules HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania homeowners can cancel home improvement contracts verbally within three business days, the state Supreme Court ruled, e […]

Urban Farming Bill Aims to Expand Access, Spark Growth WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan group of U.S. senators is pushing to expand federal support for urban agriculture, proposing new funding and t […]

Senators Warn Afghan Relocation Plan Risks Lives WASHINGTON, D.C. — A group of U.S. senators is urging the State Department to halt a reported plan to relocate Afghan allies to central Africa, w […]

Maternal Health Gains Emerge as State Boosts Funding ALLENTOWN, PA — Pennsylvania has invested $12.3 million in maternal and child health programs since 2023, expanding screenings, improving access to c […]

ICE Detention Plan Sparks Local Strain, Fetterman Warns WASHINGTON, D.C. — Proposed federal immigration detention centers in Pennsylvania could strain local infrastructure and reduce tax revenue for s […]

States Move to Break Up TV Giant Merger Over Costs HARRISBURG, PA — A coalition of state attorneys general, including Pennsylvania’s top prosecutor, is seeking to undo a major broadcast television mer […]

School Sports Shake-Up Could Split Playoffs Over Safety HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers have approved a proposal that could allow separate playoff systems for public and private school athletes, a […]

Cockroaches, Unsafe Practices Found at Local Restaurants WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department reported violations at two food establishments during follow-up inspections conducted on A […]

Hidden Parking Fees Targeted in Unanimous House Vote HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers have unanimously approved a bill that would require landlords to disclose parking availability and fees u […]

New Rules Aim to Fix Confusing Township Ordinance Notices HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers have approved new requirements for how local governments advertise proposed ordinances, aiming to prevent v […]

Lawmakers Target ‘Rigged’ Betting Markets With New Bill PHILADELPHIA, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers are moving to restrict insider advantages in online betting platforms, proposing new rules that would ban i […]

$267 Million Energy Investment Targets Costs, Jobs, Emissions JOHNSTOWN, PA — More than $267 million in state-supported funding will go to 31 manufacturing projects across Pennsylvania, aiming to lower energy c […]

Rising Energy Costs Hit Home as State Pushes Relief Plan CONNELLSVILLE, PA — Pennsylvania officials are advancing a multi-pronged energy strategy aimed at lowering utility bills and expanding power p […]

What Inspectors Found Inside Chester County Kitchens Will Turn Stomachs WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department reported food safety violations from inspections conducted Wednesday at several licensed food f […]