ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) — A new youth program in Chemung County is looking to help girls grow their confidence, leadership skills, and academic interests, all through the power of reading. The Economic Opportunity Program is launching “Girls Rising: Empowerment Through…
Pennsylvania’s state budget will balance out fine this year; there’s $8 billion in the rainy day fund to cover any gaps. The savings are dwindling swiftly though and all politicians want to avoid tax increases in the future. If no…
(The Center Square) – American colleges and universities have received $5.2 billion in foreign gifts and contracts in 2025, according to data from the U.S. Department of Education.
(The Center Square) – Cyber charter schools collect millions from taxpayers across the state, though academic achievement lags districts by wide margins.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – World leaders, diplomats and some US congressional members made their way to Germany for the Munich Security Conference. Leaders will focus on the most pressing issues facing the world. From the war in Ukraine, to the future…
Over the next five years, nearly $1 billion could be heading to Pennsylvania’s coffers earmarked for rural health investments. The federal dollars are designed to create an opportunity to invest in innovative ideas that typically don’t get dedicated funding. The…
Act 2 of 2026 requires cursive handwriting to be taught at Pennsylvania public and private schools. Pennsylvania will join 18 other states requiring cursive to be taught in school.
Erie resident Aaron Collins has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of bank fraud and money laundering. He is the sole defendant in this case, accused of filing false applications under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic…
Howard, Pa. — Congressman Glenn "GT" Thompson today announced his candidacy for reelection to Pennsylvania's 15th Congressional District for a 10th time.
(The Center Square) – In 37 states, same-day delivery drivers working for companies like DoorDash and Instacart can bring alcohol to customers’ doorsteps.
Citing increasing housing costs and sluggish homebuilding, Gov. Josh Shapiro pitched a 10-year roadmap Thursday to make the commonwealth “a national leader in access to safe and affordable housing.” “This is a long-term plan to cut costs, to build more…
Two Erie residents, Scott Bayle and Tori Jackna, have been indicted on charges related to the death of a six-month-old puppy and are set to face trial. The dog's death has provoked considerable public indignation due to the severity of…
U.S. Representative Mike Kelly joined President Donald Trump in signing an executive order to prioritize long-term Power Purchase Agreements. This move directs the Department of War to give preference to these agreements.