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Back on Track: Scranton may finally see the return of a passenger rail line to NYC • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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It’s been more than 50 years since passenger trains ferried travelers from Scranton to New York City, and many in Northeast Pennsylvania had given up hope that a rail line would ever return. But funding from the 2021 bipartisan infrastructure law may finally bring back passenger trains to run...

on Mon, 8PM

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After the debate, it’s clear Trump should drop out of the race • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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Failing to call out egregious and constant lies is just journalistic malpractice, especially when we’ve all had nine years of covering Trump.

on Mon, 12PM

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Trump in Philadelphia: The former president repeats false claims of 2020 voter fraud • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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Trump recycled false claims of voter fraud in Philadelphia in the 2020 election, and invited GOP U.S. Senate candidate David McCormick on stage to reiterate his endorsement.

on Jun 26

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Commonwealth Court upholds law giving special prosecutor jurisdiction over crimes on SEPTA • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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The law was passed by the Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Josh Shapiro in December.

on Jun 25

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Trump rallies in Philadelphia as 2024 campaign heats up • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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Other than a quick appearance at Sneaker Con in February, Saturday will be the first time in 2024 Trump campaigns in Philadelphia.

on Jun 22

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Unsealed court filing shows U.S. Rep. Scott Perry contacted Pa. lawmakers before Jan. 6 attack • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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A court document unsealed on Tuesday shows U.S. Rep. Scott Perry had exchanges with Pa. lawmakers about purported election fraud.

on Jun 4

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Pa. House passes bill to close loophole in seatbelt law • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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The use of car seats and seat belts is not required in trucks weighing more than 7,000 pounds

on May 25

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Mine safety advocates urge Senate committee to do more to help miners with black lung disease • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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A bill put forward by Sen. Bob Casey (D-Pa.) known as the Black Lung Benefit Improvement Act would address many of the issues.

on May 23

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Balancing First Amendment, data privacy key to making social media safer for kids, experts say • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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Pennsylvania lawmakers weigh bills requiring parental consent, ban on TikTok

on May 17

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Trump’s fake electors: Here’s the full list • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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The slate of fake electors includes Lou Barletta and Charlie Gerow, both candidates for governor in Pennsylvania.

on Apr 25

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Pennsylvania and other states push to combat AI threat to elections • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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The AI threat has emerged at a time when democracy advocates already are deeply concerned about the potential for online disinformation to confuse voters.

on Apr 10

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Democrats open coordinated campaign offices across Pennsylvania • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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The offices will be focused on electing and reelecting Democrats “up and down the ballot,” including President Joe Biden and U.S. Sen. Bob Casey.

on Mar 29

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Undated Pennsylvania mail-in ballots should not be counted, appeals court rules • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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The decision is likely headed to the U.S. Supreme Court for appeal, ahead of the November presidential election.

on Mar 28

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Mastriano proposes bill to combat 'chemtrails' rooted in conspiracy theory and climate science • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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State Sen. Doug Mastriano wants to outlaw releasing chemicals into the air to alter the weather, invoking a long running conspiracy theory

on Mar 24

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Governments can erase medical debt for pennies on the dollar — and some are • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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Earlier this month, Gov. Josh Shapiro unveiled a budget proposal that would set aside $4 million to purchase and pay off the debt of Pennsylvanians with low incomes.

on Mar 8

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Fetterman, Casey retreat from LGBTQ center earmark amid Libs of Tik Tok accusations • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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Fetterman said his staff believed the bill wouldn’t pass with the funding included, while a Casey spokesperson said the use of the venue by a third party raised concerns for the senator.

on Mar 7

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Fetterman justifies — but does not apologize for — chasing down and brandishing shotgun at Black jogger while Braddock mayor • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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In his first public interviews after the incident resurfaced, Fetterman was unapologetic for the incident eight years ago.

on Mar 6

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Ahead of Philadelphia visit, labor vows 'largest ever' 2024 ground game for Biden, Harris • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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'Pennsylvania is a critical state in presidential politics. And we wanted to be someplace that really speaks to what the labor movement is all about,' an AFL-CIO spokesperson said.

on Mar 1

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DNC billboard in Harrisburg will feature comment Trump made after school shooting • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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Ahead of former President Trump’s Friday visit to Harrisburg to speak at the National Rifle Association’s annual gathering, the Democratic National Committee is putting up a billboard at the intersection of S. Second and Mulberry streets that includes some of the former president’s own words....

on Feb 29

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Buttigieg visits Pittsburgh to tout $142 million federal investment in infrastructure – Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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“It is long past time to upgrade the entire corridor to be more resilient against the climate crisis," Buttigieg said.

on Jan 27

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Trumpism is fascism, American-style | John L. Micek – Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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The Jan. 6 committee is laying out the evidence. We ignore it at our peril.

on Jan 25

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DLCC names Prokopiak first spotlight candidate of 2024 – Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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The DLCC said that “fundamental freedoms” are on the ballot for the special election, in an exclusive interview with the Capital-Star.

on Jan 19

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Pa. Gov. Shapiro signs probation reforms spurred by Philly rapper Meek Mill's imprisonment – Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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The legislation, passed this week in the state House and Senate, limits when a person serving probation can be sent to prison for technical violation.

on Dec 19

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We can't overlook the danger posed by Christian nationalists | Chuck Ardo – Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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They call themselves patriots, but their views of the life of the republic could not be more un-American and exclusionary.

on Dec 17

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Unsealed court filing shows U.S. Rep. Scott Perry contacted Pa. lawmakers before Jan. 6 attack – Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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A court document unsealed on Tuesday shows U.S. Rep. Scott Perry had exchanges with Pa. lawmakers about purported election fraud.

on Dec 3

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Pennsylvania Democrats seek balance between environmental policy and loyalty to labor – Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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Democratic leaders, however, caught between the competing interests of the environmental movement and building trade unions — both traditionally strong allies of the party — didn’t share the goal of putting sweeping climate and environment legislation up for votes.

on Nov 20

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Gov. Shapiro's deal with fracking company splits environmentalists – Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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Environmentalists are divided over a new deal struck by Pennsylvania’s governor with a natural gas producer.

on Nov 20

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Democrat Donna Petrecco launches campaign for House seat being vacated by Galloway – Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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Donna Petrecco, Vice Chair of the Bucks County Housing Authority, has entered the Democratic race to succeed state Rep. John Galloway (D-Bucks) in the 140th state House District. “As a lifelong resident and as a mother who has raised my daughters here in Lower Bucks County, I have witnessed both...

on Nov 17

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Pennsylvania’s fracking boom is hurting its oldest residents – Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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Of the nearly 18 million Americans living near oil and gas wells, close to 3 million are 65 and older, many concentrated in Pennsylvania.

on Nov 13

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Local leaders call for auto workers’ gains to spread to EV plants, Southern Black workers – Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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More than 60 Black political leaders, wrote to President Biden asking him to push for higher standards in the rapidly growing electric vehicle industry.

on Nov 7