Dent Presents Plan to Extend Unemployment Benefits

Congressmen Charlie Dent, R-15th, and Mark Meadows of North Carolina introduced legislation this week to to extend unemployment benefits for a year.

Victims of Target Security Breach Can Get Free Credit Monitoring

PA Attorney General Kathleen Kane warns victims of the Target security breach to avoid online scammers.

Proposed Registry Would Keep Animal Abusers from Owning Pets

Likened to Megan’s Law, the registry would require that offenders notify officials of their crimes against animals.

Winter Driving Awareness Week Encourages Safe Driving

PennDOT urges drivers to be sure they are prepared for winter weather.

IRS: Volunteer Firefighters Exempt from ACA Mandate

Fire companies with more than 50 volunteer firefighters raised concerns about whether they would be required to provide health insurance for their volunteers under the Affordable Care Act.

Still Time to Apply for 2014 Governor’s Environmental Excellence Awards

The awards are open to all Pennsylvania businesses, farms, government agencies, educational institutions, non-profit organizations and individuals that have developed innovative environmental programs.

NJ Governor Apologizes, Fires Aide in Wake Of Lane-Closure Scandal

Gov. Chris Christie said he was "embarrassed" by the revelations and that he did not know the true nature of the problem when he first addressed it a month ago.

Speak for the Trees This Spring

Pennsylvanians can help wildlife by buying tree and shrub seedlings ready for planting this spring through the PA Game Commission's annual seedling sale.

Cold Snap! Conserve Electricity, PUC Says

PUC says that conserving electricity will help ensure power supplies can continue to meet historic demand as heating systems work overtime to keep up with bitter cold. Here are 6 ways to do it.

Tom Muller Sworn In as Lehigh County Executive

The swearing-in ceremony was held at the Lehigh County Government Center.

2014 Tax Season to Open Jan. 31

E-file and Free File can speed refunds, IRS says.

New Census Figures Show Pennsylvania is Growing

Pennsylvania’s population is on the rise, according to new Census Bureau data.

Normal Speed Limits Restored on Roadways

PennDOT had reduced speed limits to 45 mph on all interstates and several other routes in the region.

PennDOT Reduces Speed Limits on 22, 78

Motorists urged to avoid unnecessary travel as winter storm bears down on Lehigh Valley.

Turnpike Tolls Increase on Sunday

Toll rates will increase January 5 by 12 percent for cash customers and 2 percent for E-ZPass customers.

Corbett Abandons Plan to Privatize Lottery

The plan was to have been one of Corbett’s priorities, but was met with resistance from nearly every angle.

Flu Widespread in Pennsylvania, Health Department Says

Flu cases have now been confirmed in at least half the regions of the state.

Deadline for Property Tax and Rent Rebate is Dec. 31

The income limit is $35,000 a year for homeowners and $15,000 annually for renters.

Would You Eat Horse? You Will Soon Have the Chance

U.S. slaughter plants will butcher horses for human consumption for the first time in years.

Toomey, Dent 'Unlikely Newsmakers of 2013: Report

Looking to Buy Health Coverage? For a Jan. 1 Start, Buy by Monday

Pennsylvanians purchasing policies through the new health care law must click “buy” by Monday in order to ensure Jan. 1 coverage.

Pennsylvania Facing $1.2B Budget Shortfall

Pension and health-care costs are cited among the reasons the state will be in the red.

Deadline for Property Tax and Rent Rebate is Dec. 31

The income limit is $35,000 a year for homeowners and $15,000 annually for renters.

Child Porn Bill Passes Pa. House, Senate

The bill enhances sentencing for those convicted on child pornography charges.

PennDOT: Use Caution During Winter Storm

If possible, delay any travel plans until after the storm has passed, the agency says.

State to Spend $26.1M to Expand, Improve Rail, Aviation

“Pennsylvania’s numerous transportation options make us a great place to do business and put people to work,” Governor Tom Corbett said.

Winter Weather Advisory in Effect Until 5 p.m.

Snow is expected to taper off by 4 p.m.

Winter Driving Tips: PennDOT

Here's what PennDOT recommends you keep in an emergency kit.

State Unemployment, Workers Comp Data Hacked

Information of more than 26,000 may have been compromised.

Pa. Lawmakers Join World in Mourning Nelson Mandela

Mandela served 27 years in prison for anti-apartheid activities and served as S. Africa’s first black president.

Proposed 2014 Township Budget Now Available

The budget is set to be adopted Dec. 19.

2014 Dog Licenses Now Available

Make sure your pet is legal.

DEP Issues Air-Quality Alert for Lehigh Valley

Those sensitive to air pollution should limit time spent outside, the DEP says.

State Supreme Court Asked to Rule on Constitutionality of Same-Sex Marriage Ban

Montgomery County Register of Wills D. Bruce Hanes was forced by a Commonwealth Court Judge to stop issuing same-sex marriage licenses; he now wants the state Supreme Court to weigh in on the constitutionality of the ban.

Township Leaf Collection Resumes Monday

Leaves must be on the edge of the road when crews arrive.

PA Governor's Race: Allentown Mayor To Kick Off Jobs Tour

Planning Commission Meeting Set for Tuesday

No zoning hearing will be held.

Driver’s License Centers to Close for Holiday

Online services will continue to be available

PennDOT, Police Partner on Enforcement to Make Holiday Travel Safer

'Operation Safe Holiday' Focuses on Seat Belt Use, Impaired Driving.

Nor'easter Could Impact Thanksgiving Travel

"The timing of this storm couldn't be worse," a government agency says, warning travelers to expect delays.