The Latest Breaking News from Pennsylvania

DLCC and RSLC both target Pennsylvania Senate, where Republicans have held a majority for 32 years

Elections for 25 of the 50 districts in the Pennsylvania Senate will take place on Nov. 3, 2026.

Ballotpedia · Oct 6

Measles outbreak mapped: New York declares state of emergency after virus wreaks havoc in Pennsylvania

This has been the most active year for measles nationwide since the 1990s

The Independent UK · Oct 6

Anti-Vaxxers Face Furious Backlash as US Measles Cases Near 4,000 and States Declare Emergencies

The United States is facing its worst measles outbreak in decades, with more than 3,800 cases nationwide, deaths in Pennsylvania and growing concern over declining vaccination rates.

International Business Times UK · Oct 6

World Space Week 2026: Theme, history, how to celebrate and a special Pokémon twist- here's everything you need to know

World Space Week will be celebrated from October 4 to October 10, 2026, under the theme 'Rocket Revolution'. This theme emphasizes the transformation in the rocket launch industry and the rising accessibility to space. Various activities, including exhibitions and STEM projects, are planned to engage the public. Additionally, Pokémon will…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

New York and Vermont Join Amended 16-State Lawsuit Challenging HHS Removal of Seven Vaccines From Universal Childhood Recommendations

New York and Vermont joined an amended 16-state suit over HHS dropping seven vaccines from universal child recommendations. What parents should know.

Medical Daily · Oct 6

Pennsylvania woman finds antique paperweight at Delaware beach. Then she cleans off the rust and brings every emergency service to her door

"You used the magic words on your 911 call.”

We Got This Covered · Oct 6

New York Declares Statewide Measles Emergency as Rural Cases Rise Amid 35-Year US High

New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a statewide measles disaster emergency as rural upstate cases reached 108 and the US outbreak hit its worst level in 35 years.

International Business Times UK · Oct 6

US Dept of Energy announces up to $4.2 bn financing for nuclear upgrades in Pennsylvania, Ohio

The US Department of Energy has made a conditional loan commitment of $4.2 billion to Vistra. This funding will finance upgrades at nuclear power plants located in Pennsylvania and Ohio. The planned projects aim to increase total nuclear capacity by 433 megawatts while extending reactor operations by 20 years. The…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

New York declares statewide disaster emergency as measles cases rise

New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a statewide disaster emergency on Monday as a measles outbreak spreads through under-immunised rural communities, with 108 cases reported this year. The order expands who can administer MMR vaccines and comes as neighbouring Pennsylvania battles an outbreak that has killed five people.

France 24 · Oct 5

Pennsylvania faces largest measles outbreak in decades as case count rises to 1,000

Neighboring states are also reporting hundreds of cases, with over 3,800 recorded across the country

The Guardian - US · Oct 5