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Proposed constitutional amendment to prevent illegal immigrants from getting driver’s licenses

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Republican Rep. Donna Scheuren is proposing a constitutional amendment that would block people who are in the country illegally from getting a Pennsylvania driver’s license. Some Democratic lawmakers are calling the bill a distraction. In a press conference held at the State Capitol on Monday, House Republicans shared statistics and stories […]

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-17

New York Post

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Luigi Mangione claims cops illegally collected his DNA by giving him snacks after McDonald’s arrest

Pennsylvania cops illegally collected Luigi Mangione’s DNA when they gave him food and a soda at a police station the day of his arrest, the accused UnitedHealthcare CEO killer’s lawyers claim in court papers. Mangione’s lawyers claim he was illegally arrested at McDonald’s in Altoona, Pa. on Dec. 9 since cops lacked probable cause during the encounter and allegedly failed to read him his rights and inform him he was a suspect for at least 20 minutes when he was swarmed by over ten officers. Since the arrest was illegal to begin with, any further statements and evidence the...

Altoona, PA · 2025-03-17

Daily Voice

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JoAnn Kiefer, Cherylynn Kiefer-Frantz Die In Poconos Crash

The fatal wreck happened at 2:37 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, at 3734 Route 115 in Blakeslee, Tunkhannock Township, police said. Samuel Frantz, 57, was making a left turn into a driveway from Route 115 South when he was struck by Stephen Zazulak, 25, who was traveling northbound, according to investigators.

Blakeslee, PA · 2025-03-17

KYW News Radio

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Bills advancing in Pa. House could bring cost-of-living increase to some teachers, state employees

The cost-of-living adjustments would apply to state employees and teachers who retired before Act 9 of 2001, which changed the state pension benefits packages to the benefit of current employees but didn’t address current retirees.

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-18

The Center Square

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Legislators move to expand substance use treatment in county jails

(The Center Square) – Lawmakers are hoping to expand and improve upon a 2015 law that offers grants to county jails treating inmates experiencing substance use disorders. Act 80 provides funding for the use of naltrexone, or Vivitrol, an injectable extended-release drug that blocks the effects of opioids. Since the passage of the act, several other medications for opioid use disorder, or MOUD, have proven to be better options for many patients. “A substance use disorder is a chronic medical condition. It is a disease, a family disease which we need to normalize and integrate care for," said Secretary...

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-17

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Lawmaker proposes ending charging children as adults in PA

The average number of youth charged as adults per year in Pennsylvania between 2017 and 2021 was 450.

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-17

abc27 News

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Perry County man found deceased in Pennsylvania prison

BELLEFONTE, Pa. (WHTM) – A Perry County man has died after being found unresponsive in his SCI Rockview cell. The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections says Kevin Byler, 47, was found unresponsive on March 14 that staff attempted life-saving measures, which were unsuccessful. Byler, of Newport, was serving a 4-8 year prison sentence after pleading guilty […]

Perry County, PA · 2025-03-17

NorthcentralPA.com

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Tractor trailer crash closes Route 220 southbound in Woodward Township

9:10 a.m. UPDATE: Route 220 is open in Woodward Township, Lycoming County. __ Montoursville, Pa. – Both lanes of Route 220 southbound are closed between Pine Run Road and Spook Hollow Road in Woodward Township, Lycoming County, due to a tractor trailer rollover crash. PennDOT first reported the crash around 3:00 a.m., and the road remains closed as crews work to clean up debris. According to PennDOT, a detour using local roads will be in place. Updates will follow. Be alert, slow down, watch for slow or stopped traffic, and drive with caution.

Lycoming County, PA · 2025-03-17

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Shapiro urges Pennsylvanians to prepare now for May 7 REAL ID deadline

With just two months remaining until the May 7 federal REAL ID enforcement deadline, officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), the Philadelphia International Airport, American Automobile Association (AAA), and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) are encouraging Pennsylvanians to prepare now to ensure they can fly domestically without disruptions.

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-16

WKBN

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Proposed bill would require Ten Commandments in Pennsylvania schools

A Pennsylvania lawmaker proposed a bill requiring the Ten Commandments and multiple other foundational documents to be displayed in Pennsylvania public schools.

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-16

NorthcentralPA.com

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Williamsport man arrested for alleged terroristic threats

Fairfield Twp., Pa. – A Williamsport man was arrested after allegedly making threats while displaying a firearm, according to Pennsylvania State Police in Montoursville. The incident occurred on February 15 at 9:30 p.m. on Old Cement Road in Fairfield Township, Lycoming County. Troopers responded to a report of threats and were provided a video by the victim, a 20-year-old woman from Montoursville, showing the suspect brandishing a firearm while making threats. Police identified the suspect as a 21-year-old man from Williamsport.

Williamsport, PA · 2025-03-17

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The Guinness Book of World Records Named West Chester Man the Tallest Actor in the World

Actor Matthew McGrory was once named the world’s tallest actor by the Guinness Book of World Records as he stood at 7 feet, 6 inches. Additionally, he also holds the records for biggest foot and longest toe in the world, writes Norway Martin for Venture Jolt. McGrory was born...

West Chester, PA · 2025-03-16

WTRF- 7News

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Tornado Watch expired for parts of West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania

OHIO VALLEY (WTRF) — A Tornado Watch has been issued for the entire viewing area. It will be in effect from 10:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Sunday afternoon A line of thunderstorms is expected to move through the area in the early afternoon ahead of a cold front. As the skies have cleared a little […]

Ohio · 2025-03-16

WBRE

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Power outages impact thousands across PA

(WBRE/WYOU) — As rain and winds impacted the central and northeastern part of the state, thousands across Pennsylvania experienced power outages Sunday evening. As of 9:30 p.m., over 7,500 customers across Pennsylvania were experiencing power outages, according to PPL. As of 8:30 a.m., Monday, that number dropped to about 5,000 customers. You can check PPL’s […]

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-16