Potential ‘Super El Niño’ Coming Faster Than Expected: What It Means For PA

El Niño and its impacts on Pennsylvania are on an accelerated timeline, forecasters say.

El Niño Summer Forecast: How Hot And Stormy Will It Be In PA?

The El Nino weather pattern could have significant effects on the coming summer in Pennsylvania.

New Data Shows How PA Reading, Math Scores Compare Nationally

Poorer students were disproportionately impacted, the study showed.

Pentagon UFO File Dump Redraws Attention To PA Sightings

The files describe an incident on the Apollo 11 mission involving unexplained lights.

These PA Hospitals Earn Top Marks From Patients

Pennsylvania has a swath of some of nation's best regarded healthcare centers. The latest data:

Pennsylvania Won't Test Internet-Connected E-Pollbooks In 2026 Primary

Some county election officials were excited for the new capabilities, but now they won’t get them until at least 2027.

New PA Superintendent Salary Report Released: These 7 Make $300K+

More than 200 superintendents around Pennsylvania make more than $200,000 annually, new state data shows.

Fines For PA Drivers On Cell Phones Start Next Month: What To Know

What you need to know before the law changes next month.

Pennsylvania Supreme Court Ruling On Cast Vote Records Creates Uncertainty For Counties

The court ordered counties to release granular data on individual ballots; some are unsure if they can comply and still keep choices secret.

How To Get $95 In $250M iPhone Settlement: What To Know In PA

iPhone users could be eligible for payments of up to $95 per device. Here's what to know:

U.S. Health Officials Monitoring Hantavirus Cruise Passengers: What To Know In PA

Health officials in three states are tracking passengers who left a cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus. Here's what to know:

Pennsylvania Is Getting $193M For Rural Health. What Comes Next?

The state’s $193 million award is designed to help offset the $20 billion the state is expected to lose in Medicaid dollars.

Storms Damper Mother's Day Weekend Forecast For PA: What To Know

Stormy weather will be interspersed with sparkling sunshine and balmy temperatures over the coming days, forecasters said.

51 PA Hospitals Earn ‘A’ Grades In New Hospital Safety Ranking

How safe is your hospital? See how PA's top hospitals stack up in the latest grades:

Pa. House Committee Passes Suite Of Six Bills To Combat Child Sex Trafficking

Legislation would enhance penalties for traffickers, give victims immunity from prosecution and address deepfakes.

Gov. Shapiro Calls For Investigation Of School Threats

School districts throughout the Philly area received "swatting" calls threatening harm on Monday morning.

Supreme Court Voting Rights Ruling Set To Reshape Local Power From Statehouses To School Boards

In 10 state legislatures across the South, Republicans could gain more than 190 seats currently held by Democrats.

Major Clothing Retailer In PA Closing 150 U.S. Stores

A popular mall retailer with stores in Pennsylvania is planning to close 150 locations nationwide.

How Polluted Is The Air In PA? Use This Tool To Find Out

Five PA counties, including Bucks and Philadelphia counties, received a failing grade for clean air, according to a report.

Pa. Democrats Think A Tax On Big Tech Companies Could Help The State's Deficit

The proposal would implement a 5% gross receipts tax on digital advertising platforms.

Big Boy Steam Locomotive Rolls Into PA For America’s 250th: When To See It

The Semiquincentennial tour includes several stops in Pennsylvania and a chance to ride in one of the historic cars through the Poconos.

Invasive Jumping Worms Spreading Across US, Including In PA

Asian jumping worms that can leap a foot in the air are moving rapidly across the country.

El Niño Summer Forecast: How Hot And Stormy Will It Be In PA?

El Niño is likely to wield some notable influence over weather patterns around Pennsylvania in the coming months.

Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms Threaten Eastern PA Wednesday Evening

Up to an inch of rain could fall in the Philly region, as thunderstorms threaten. Details:

Pa.'S Attorney General Joins Kentucky AG To Ask The U.S. Supreme Court To Allow Catholic Church To Build Shrine

Pennsylvania is part of the coalition of 20 Republican attorneys general asking the high court to review the matter.

Weather Shift Headed To Eastern PA: See Timing

The coming days of rain and cooler air could signal the beginning of a colder than usual May, forecasters said.

Candidate Forum Lays Bare Political, Policy Divides Between PA-10 Democrats Stelson And Douglas

Janelle Stelson refused a debate; Justin Douglas refused to guarantee her an endorsement should she win the primary.

This Cancer Rising Sharply Among PA Young People, New Study Shows

Researchers say the troubling trend is not fully understood.

Popular Retailer Plans PA Comeback After Closing All Stores

The national chain had been in business for 40 years before shutting all its stores in late 2024.

How Generous Are PA Tippers? New Study Reveals

See how Pennsylvanians tip compare to their neighbors around the country, as "tipflation" business practices grow out of control.

Storm System To Bring Weekend Rain, Cold To PA: See Latest Forecast, Timing

Desultory conditions may be on tap for the weekend. The latest from forecasters:

Pennsylvania Investor Gives Another $100K To Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear's PAC

Ashish Patel of Carlisle emerged as Beshear’s biggest recent donor in the second half of 2025.

Fruit Sold In PA Recalled Over Salmonella Concern

The recall affects fruit sold in four states, including Pennsylvania, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Thousands Of Layoffs Announced, Including By PA Companies

Workforce reductions continue across the U.S. economy, as Pennsylvania's unemployment rate has shot up over the past year.

Northern Lights Could Be Visible In Pennsylvania Tuesday

A geomagnetic storm could push the aurora south over the Northeast, according to NOAA.

Severe Stomach Virus On The Rise In PA: What To Know

Rates of the virus have been steadily increasing since January, the CDC said.

PA Woman Embezzled $1M From Employer To Buy Designer Clothes, Furniture: DOJ

Her purchases included luxury furniture, designer clothes and more, authorities said.

Wintry Weather Returns To Philly Area: See Full Forecast

Days after record breaking heat in eastern Pennsylvania, a blast of winter weather is on the way.

Death Of Haitian Immigrant In Southwestern Pa. Still An Unsettling Mystery Seven Weeks Later

Federal immigration authorities denied responsibility, but the death has added to a community’s anxiety.

ICE Notified Sheriff Of 46 ‘Targets' For Planned Arrests At Courthouses In Pittsburgh Last Year

As federal agents sought to make arrests in Allegheny County courts, they emailed the sheriff to alert them to the time and location.