Pennsylvania
Thursday, February 13, 2025
PA advocate: Defunding Planned Parenthood threatens affordable health care
By Rebekah Sager for the Pennsylvania Independent.Broadcast version by Danielle Smith for Keystone State News Connection reporting for the Pennsylvani…
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Easing tough transitions: PA organizations help teens exit foster care
Pennsylvania nonprofits are working with teens in foster care to ensure they have the resources they will need to navigate life once they are out of t…
Monday, February 10, 2025
PA replacing lead water pipes to ensure safe drinking water
Pennsylvania is working to eliminate lead pipes under the Environmental Protection Agency's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, which require most …
PA budget proposal boosts public education, student-teacher stipends
Gov. Josh Shapiro's proposed state budget includes a significant increase for public education to address Pennsylvania's school funding issues and …
Educators voice concern of PA immigrant student protections
Immigration policy changes under the Trump administration are instilling fear in Pennsylvania schools, as educators and advocates warn of their …
Public defender shortage in PA sparks hiring push
More than 60 counties in Pennsylvania have a shortage of public defenders for low-income residents who need these services. This Friday in …
Eastern hellbender, PA's state amphibian, faces endangered-species protection
The Eastern hellbender, North America's largest salamander and Pennsylvania's state amphibian, is one step closer to receiving federal protection…
Dismantling DEIA initiatives may harm PA disability rights
For Pennsylvanians with disabilities, there may be unexpected side effects to ending so-called Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility …
PA Democrats push school funding, new revenue sources
Pennsylvania lawmakers return to Harrisburg on Monday, facing renewed pressure to address long-standing issues, including improving the economy and …
Survey: PA drivers want carmakers to keep improving fuel efficiency
Americans continue to see improving fuel economy as the most significant change they want from vehicle manufacturers when they offer new products…
PA pollution, flooding concerns rise as Trump ends 'Justice40' initiative
Black communities affected by industrial pollution in South Philadelphia are among those watching a Trump administration rollback of health protection…
AARP Pennsylvania seeks ideas for grants to boost 'livability'
Pennsylvania cities or civic groups with ideas for improving their communities have a new chance to make them a reality. Grants from the AARP …