Bill To Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis Introduced
Pennsylvania lawmakers have introduced a bill to legalize adult-use cannabis in the state. The legislation aims to regulate cannabis, create Pennsylvania Cannabis Stores, and establish a Cannabis Revenue Fund. The bill would also expunge criminal records for cannabis-related offenses. The House Health Committee is expected to review the bill soon.
Read MoreTomato Recall Issued Over Salmonella Concerns
Vine ripe tomatoes sold in 14 states, including Pennsylvania, are under recall due to Salmonella concerns. No illnesses reported so far, but buyers should return or throw out the product.
Read MoreVoter Registration Deadline Is Today
Time’s running out to register for the May 20 primary election. The deadline to submit voter registration forms is today—online, by mail, or in person. You can also apply for a mail ballot by May 13. Polls open at 7 a.m. on Election Day. For more details, visit vote.pa.gov or call 1-877-VOTESPA.
Read More2 Arrested In Pennsylvania For New York Murder
Two people from eastern Pennsylvania have been arrested in connection with a New York murder. State police say 22-year-old Sgrollin Santana and 19-year-old Jaslynn Garcia were wanted out of Nassau County. They were taken into custody in Tamaqua and are awaiting extradition.
Read MoreNew Fraud Protection Tools In PA
Pennsylvania is launching new tools to help people report scams. The state rolled out a statewide hotline, website, and email for complaints on fraud, insurance issues, and more.
Read MorePA Highway Death Count Drops
PennDOT says highway deaths in Pennsylvania dropped in 2024—down to 1,127, the second-lowest total since records began in 1928. Fatal crashes involving impaired drivers and lane departures saw major declines, though intersection deaths were up.
Read MoreJudge Will Not Rule out Death Penalty in Kohberger Case
An Idaho judge has denied Bryan Kohberger’s latest request to remove the death penalty from his case. Kohberger… or the Poconos… is charged with killing four University of Idaho students in 2022. The judge ruled prosecutors didn’t withhold evidence. His trial is scheduled to begin in August.
Read MoreVoter Registration Deadline Is Monday
Time is running out for you to register for the May 20 primary election. The deadline to submit voter registration forms is Monday, either online, by mail, or in person. Voters can also apply for a mail ballot by May 13. For more information, visit www.vote.pa.gov.
Read MoreBig Comeback for Big Lots
Big Lots is returning to East Stroudsburg. The store at Eagles Glen Plaza in Monroe County is one of 13 across Pennsylvania reopening under new ownership. Variety Wholesalers is relaunching 132 Big Lots stores nationwide, including the East Stroudsburg location, which reopens May 15. The company says shoppers can expect more brand-name deals and a […]
Read MoreCorrections Officer Charged for Allegedly Having Sex With Inmates
A Pennsylvania corrections officer was arrested after an investigation turned up evidence that she had been having a months-long sexual relationship with an inmate. Investigators say 25-year-old Jocelyn Ebert of Pottsville, who worked at at SCI Frackville, admitted to multiple encounters. The inmate also confirmed the relationship. Ebert is now facing charges including institutional sexual […]
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