Maryann Pugh

Fentanyl Deaths Fall as New Drug Threats Rise in Pa. ALLENTOWN, PA — Federal and state officials say fentanyl-related deaths in Pennsylvania have declined sharply in recent years, even as new, more p […]

Traffic Stop Leads to Gun Charge in Wilmington WILMINGTON, DE — A Wilmington man is facing a gun charge following a late-night traffic stop, police said. According to Wilmington Police, officers w […]

Students Can Apply Now for Pa. Environmental Leadership Roles HARRISBURG, PA — High school students across Pennsylvania have until June 10 to apply for a statewide program that trains young leaders to take on e […]

Opening Day Trout Season Brings Limits, Safety Rules HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania anglers will be allowed to begin trout fishing at 8 a.m. this Saturday as the statewide Opening Day of Trout Season g […]

Chester County Health Inspections Report Violations at Three Facilities WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department reported multiple food safety violations at three establishments following inspections c […]

Trump Orders New Tariffs on Drugs, Metals Imports WASHINGTON, D.C. — Importers of patented drugs, steel, aluminum, and copper products will face sharply higher tariffs under two presidential p […]

$600M Bridge Project Targets Traffic, Safety Concerns WASHINGTON, D.C. — A $600 million federal investment will fund the replacement of a key Delaware River bridge connecting Pennsylvania and New Jersey, a […]

Pennsylvania Treasury Donates $38,000 in Unclaimed Property HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Treasury has donated nearly $38,000 in unclaimed property, including gift cards and consumer items, to five n […]

Put the Phone Down or Pay: Fines Begin in June HARRISBURG, PA — Drivers in Pennsylvania who use handheld phones behind the wheel will face fines starting June 5, as enforcement begins under a new d […]

Fire, Contamination Fears, and Temperature Violations Hit County Kitchens WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department reported multiple food safety violations at several establishments following inspections c […]

Trump Claims Major Gains in Iran Operation, Signals More Strikes WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States is nearing its military objectives in a month-long campaign against Iran, according to President Donald Trump, w […]

NIH Visit Highlights PA’s Role in Medical Breakthroughs PHILADELPHIA, PA — Federal research funding is driving medical breakthroughs, job growth, and economic activity in Pennsylvania, as lawmakers and h […]

New Volunteer System Opens Access to PA Parks and Forests PHILIPSBURG, PA — Pennsylvanians can now more easily sign up for volunteer work in state parks and forests through a new statewide system designed to s […]

State Launches ‘Visit PA Playmakers’ to Greet Global Visitors PHILADELPHIA, PA — Pennsylvania will deploy a new statewide “welcome committee” in 2026 to engage millions of visitors expected for major natio […]

Fire Truck Costs Surge, Delays Raise Safety Concerns SPRINGFIELD, PA — Fire departments across Pennsylvania are facing rising costs and long delays for new fire trucks, raising concerns about public s […]

Chester County Reports Food Safety Violations at Multiple Sites WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department reported multiple food safety violations at licensed food facilities following inspections c […]

Lawmakers Weigh Housing Fixes as Costs Push Residents Out CHESTER, PA — Rising home prices and limited housing supply are prompting Pennsylvania lawmakers to explore new policies aimed at making housing more a […]

New Federal Order Targets Voter Eligibility, Mail Ballots WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new executive order will require federal agencies to verify voter citizenship and tighten controls on mail-in ballots, i […]

Pa. Leads Nation in Medicaid Fraud Convictions, Report Finds HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania ranked first in the nation for Medicaid fraud convictions and recovered more than $41 million in misused funds last y […]

Pa. Lawmaker Targets Warehouse Injuries With New Bills HARRISBURG, PA — Warehouse workers in Pennsylvania could see new safety protections under proposed legislation aimed at addressing injury rates that s […]