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Heading into the woods this fall? Pennsylvania’s tick risks are changing

Anaplasmosis cases are becoming more frequent as it spreads across the country from east to west

August 25, 2026

Democratic upset in red Butler County could point to broader political shifts

Brandon Dukes’ special-election win came amid suburban growth, heightened Democratic enthusiasm and national headwinds for Republicans — raising questions about whether a longtime GOP stronghold is becoming more competitive ahead of November

August 21, 2026

02 min

For Pennsylvania Pharmacies, Filling a Prescription Can Mean Losing Money

As Congress weighs new PBM restrictions, Pennsylvania pharmacies struggle with low reimbursements

August 13, 2026

03 min

“No medical card needed”: Federal loophole behind intoxicating hemp is closing

Pennsylvania hemp businesses advocate for regulations, not extinction, as a federal ban approaches

August 5, 2026

04 min

Securing SNAP

July 29, 2026

03 min

Prediction markets operate outside Pennsylvania’s gaming system. What help can users access?

July 15, 2026

05 min

“It’s just all bone”

June 30, 2026

03 min

Years after Pittsburgh cyber indictment, Russian suspect remains beyond U.S. reach

June 1, 2026

03 min

Vignettes of local history

May 19, 2026

04 min

Western Pennsylvania residents extorted for cryptocurrency by Cambodian scam compound, FBI Pittsburgh finds

April 27, 2026

03 min