The Latest Breaking News from Pennsylvania

Dave McCormick is eyeing another Senate run in Pennsylvania. His new book talks Trump, China and trade

PHILADELPHIA — He's hiring campaign aides. He's hosting parties for political insiders and forming a political committee to aid fellow Republicans.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Mar 13, 2023

State supreme courts issued 135 opinions last week

State supreme courts issued 135 opinions between Feb. 27 and March 5. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court led the field with 39 opinions issued, followed by North Dakota with 10 and Mississippi with seven.

Ballotpedia · Mar 13, 2023

Democrats will have one-vote majority in Pennsylvania House of Representatives after state legislator resigns

Pennsylvania State Rep. Mike Zabel (D) announced on March 8 that he would resign from the legislature on March 16. Earlier this month, three women—State Rep. Abby Major (R), Zabel’s former campaign manager, and a lobbyist—each accused Zabel of sexually harassing them in separate incidents over the past several years.

Ballotpedia · Mar 12, 2023

Pennsylvania lawmaker quits amid sex harassment allegations

A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is quitting the Legislature, a week after a union lobbyist accused him by name of having sexually harassed her four years ago

The Independent UK · Mar 8, 2023

Winter Fighting Back? 2 Snowstorms May Be On Deck For Northeastern US

With at least two storms, there will be more chances for snow in the Northeast in the upcoming weeks.

Zenger · Mar 8, 2023

Diabolical liberty: after-school Satanists club threatens to sue district over ban

Club in Pennsylvania was initially approved to use facilities, but was rescinded after pushback from community members

The Guardian - US · Mar 8, 2023

Commentary: Offering Precheck for free to boost the number of vetted flyers would optimize TSA security

Late last month, the Transportation Security Administration found a live explosive device in a checked bag month at Lehigh Valley International Airport in Pennsylvania. TSA officers took the appropriate actions and confirmed the find. Airport surveillance camera footage helped authorities identify a suspect, and the FBI made an arrest.

Chicago Tribune · Mar 8, 2023

Doug Mastriano is considering running for US Senate in 2024, report says

PHILADELPHIA — State Sen. Doug Mastriano, the MAGA firebrand who lost the Pennsylvania governor’s race last year by double digits, is considering running for U.S. Senate in 2024, according to an article published Tuesday in Politico.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Mar 8, 2023

Quick-hitting Snowstorm Blankets Pennsylvania, Reaches NYC

Up to 9 inches of snow fell in New York City during a brief snowfall that changed the sky.

Zenger · Mar 7, 2023

Appellate Court Vacates Order Aimed at Stopping Child from Calling Stepfather "Dad"

From Rogowski v. Kirven, decided last week by the Pennsylvania Superior Court, in an opinion by Judge Judith Ference Olson, joined by Judges Mary Jane Bowes and Mary P. Murray: [T]he trial court … placed the following restriction on the Child's speech: The parties shall not encourage the Child to…

Reason · Mar 7, 2023