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Pennsylvania man charged with lying to FBI about attempts to join foreign terrorist group

A western Pennsylvania man is facing charges after allegedly lying to the FBI about his involvement with a foreign terrorist organization. A U.S. attorney said Jack Molloy, 24, of Upper St. Clair in Allegheny County, appeared in federal court on Monday.

A local river could win Pennsylvania’s 2025 River of the Year contest. How to vote

Youghiogheny River, a hub for water recreation, flowing from the Laurel Highlands into West Virginia, is one of the nominees.

State senator leaving the legislature to lead Dave McCormick’s U.S. Senate offices in Pa.

Its’s unclear when Aument will resign from his position, and who will try to run to fulfill the remaining two years of his term.

Pennsylvania Dem Gov Shapiro condemns UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect: 'Coward, not a hero'

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro condemned Luigi Mangione, the suspect who allegedly killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in cold blood.

Trump, Musk and now Luigi Mangione, too? The University of Pennsylvania is having a year

Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old Penn grad, is accused of kiling UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan on Dec. 4.

Prisco's Week 15 NFL picks: Bills take down Lions in thriller; Eagles prevail in battle of Pennsylvania

There is nothing I can do to get past the miserable ways my NFL picks have been going this year. I tried to change things up a bit last week, and it got worse. I went 3-9-1 against the spread and 8-5 straight up.

NFL Week 15 odds, picks: Steelers upset Eagles in Pennsylvania showdown, Panthers take down Cowboys

Coming off Week 14, we're in a solid position, enjoying an 8-4-1 ATS record in what proved to be a difficult slate to hammer down. I was also 12-1 straight up last week, so we'll look to keep that momentum rolling,

Homelessness has no zip code, as thousands of Pennsylvania’s children know too well | Opinion

Children from Horizons for Homeless Children in Roxbury attend a press conference by Rep. Ayanna Pressley and Mayor Michelle Wu about federal funding for childcare for homeless families. (Tréa Lavery, MassLive) Tréa Lavery/MassLive

Customer recalls moment Luigi Mangione spotted in Pennsylvania McDonald’s

New details are emerging about what happened at the Altoona, Pennsylvania McDonald's where police arrested Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO, on Monday.

Pennsylvania governor: Reactions to slain UHC CEO are 'deeply disturbing.'

In a civil society, we are all less safe when ideologues engages in vigilante justice," Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro said.

Pennsylvania will experience a 17% decline in high school graduates by 2041, birth data show

Nationally, high school graduates are expected to decline by 13% from 2023 to 2041, with Pennsylvania's declining at a faster rate and New Jersey barely declining.

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How suspected CEO killer on the run was recognized at a Pennsylvania McDonald’s, hash brown in hand, and finally captured

The regulars began assembling in the predawn at the McDonald’s on East Plank Road in Altoona, a Pennsylvania city of about 42,000 just off I-95 in Blair County.

Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

1 injured after shooting outside Target in Delaware County

SPRINGFIELD TWP., Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- One person was injured after a shooting took place outside a Target store in Delaware County on Sunday. It happened just after 4 p.m. at the Target along Baltimore Pike in Springfield Township, Pennsylvania.

Gov. Tim Walz to make third stop in Pittsburgh

According to the statement, Gov. Walz will first travel to Volant, Pennsylvania and Butler County before making a final stop in Pittsburgh Tuesday. The specifics of the events and locations have not been announced. This will mark Gov. Walz's third stop to Pittsburgh.

11 in Amish family, including 1-year-old, hospitalized after eating 'toxic mushrooms'

Eleven members of an Amish family - including a 1-year-old - were hospitalized in Pennsylvania Friday night after ingesting wild, "toxic mushrooms," local authorities said.

Race to watch: What voters need to know about U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick and Democratic challenger Ashley Ehasz

Ashley Ehasz is challenging Republican incumbent Brian Fitzpatrick in another bid to unseat the U.S. congressman.

VP candidate Walz to visit Pittsburgh on Tuesday as Harris, Trump criss-cross battleground states

The Democratic Party’s candidate for vice president is set to visit Pittsburgh on Tuesday — his sixth trip to Pennsylvania as politicians court voters in a swing state some pundits say will tip the scales on who wins the 2024 presidential race.

In final stretch, Harris and Trump intensify outreach to Jewish voters in key swing states

Ben Stiller, Alex Edelman, Benj Pasek and Doug Emhoff headlined a Sunday get-out-the-vote event in Pennsylvania.

The Keystone State might gain an official holiday: Here’s what to know

On Wednesday, the Pennsylvania General Assembly passed a bill that might add an official holiday for the Keystone State: Diwali. Senate Bill 402, headed by Sen. Greg Rothman and co-endorsed by Sen. Nikil Saval, was initially proposed in January 2023.

Thousands more Pennsylvania medical professionals could approve cannabis patients under proposals

The changes allowing nurse practitioners and podiatrists to approve the cards could increase options for patients, supporters say.

Jennifer Garner Travels to Pennsylvania to Man Shame Men Into Voting for Kamala Harris

Hollywood actress Jennifer Garner made a surprise appearance in Lancaster on Saturday to offer an enthusiastic endorsement of Vice President

Penny-sized hail expected with thunderstorms in part of Pennsylvania Sunday

A report was issued from the National Weather Service on Sunday at 7:38 a.m. for strong thunderstorms until 8:15 a.m. for Mercer, Venango, Lawrence and Butler counties.

Obama urges Black men to show up for Harris as he campaigns in critical Pennsylvania

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Former President Barack Obama gave a blistering critique of his White House successor Donald Trump and urged Black men to show up for Kamala Harris as he opened a swing-state tour for the Democratic ticket.

Western Pennsylvania's best rain chances on Sunday come in the northern counties

The rain line is close enough that places well south of where rain is setting up along I-80 may briefly see a passing shower. Places along I-80 will see breaks in the rain. Everyone has a chance to see rain today, but the highest chance comes for the I-80 corridor.

5 Key Takeaways From JD Vance's Pennsylvania Rally—Jan. 6, China War, More

In two Saturday speeches, the Republican outlined his core campaign messages heading into the final weeks of the campaign.

Nearly a dozen people sickened by toxic mushrooms in central Pa. home

Emergency medical personnel responded to a report around 9:30 p.m. of 11 people becoming ill after ingesting the mushrooms in Peach Bottom Township, the Delta-Cardiff Volunteer Company Station 57 said in a social media post. “Units were advised that 11 people had ingested toxic mushrooms and were all ill,” the post said.

911 outage in Pennsylvania restored

(WBNG) -- On Oct. 11, FEMA’s Integrated Public Alert & Warning System issued a 911 outage emergency for the Susquehanna, Pa. counties or areas. The outage started at 12:24 p.m. and was projected to be restored at 6:24 p.m.

Pennsylvania shelters take in almost 100 animals from Hurricane Milton

The animals, who were already shelter pets before the storm, are being transported via emergency airlift from Florida to the Chester County Airport.

Pennsylvania hit hardest by nationwide whooping cough outbreak

A nationwide whooping cough surge has infected nearly 2,200 Pennsylvanians, outpacing every other state and putting local medical experts on high alert. The national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have identified more than 16,

Watch Live: JD Vance delivers remarks in Johnstown, Pennsylvania

GOP vice presidential candidate J.D. Vance delivers remarks at a rally in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, on Saturday. VIP access to exclusive Just the News newsmaker events hosted by John Solomon and his team.

The Canary In The Pennsylvania Coal Mine?

Stelson is a former television anchor seeking to unseat Perry, the former House Freedom Caucus chair who has represented Pennsylvania since 2013. A Susquehanna Polling and Research survey conducted between October 4 and 7,

Trump Leads in Arizona as Harris Holds an Edge in Pennsylvania, New Polls Show

The latest Times/Inquirer/Siena polls found Donald Trump with a six-point advantage in Arizona, and Kamala Harris with a four-point lead in Pennsylvania.

Rain chances increase in western Pennsylvania on Saturday night into Sunday

Winds will be breezy out of the southwest most of the day Sunday ahead of the cold front and gradually strengthening area of low pressure which means most locations will likely top out in the mid-70s. The cold front will arrive around sunset Sunday with additional scattered showers and storms.

Top Fall Destinations: Plan the perfect trip to Pennsylvania

Join us as we discover why it's "Fall-ier" in Pennsylvania! Start planning your trip at visitpa.com.