Lt. Governor John Fetterman unblocks two men from twitter, refuses apology

 Posted on May 5, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  187 words  |  Christie Applegate

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WJAC) — Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman is responding to the two men he previously blocked on Twitter, for ‘unwelcomed comments’ towards his family. Fetterman’s response: You and your clients appear willing to squander taxpayer resources in this frivolous endeavor. In this, and in every instance, my first instinct is to avoid this waste whenever possible. Your clients’ unblocked status will be revisited if they again target my family with unwelcomed postings on my personal Twitter account. [Read More]

Pennsylvania rolls out second round of LIHWAP to aid households at risk of losing water services

 Posted on May 5, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  324 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

If your family is at risk of losing water service inside of your home a new temporary assistance program could help in paying your bills. The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services is rolling out their Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program, or LIHWAP, for the second time since its start. The program provides temporary assistance to households that need help with water bills or who may lose water service. “Eligible households can receive one crisis grant for drinking water service and one crisis grant for wastewater service of up to 2500$ each," [Read More]

Pirates sweep two game set with White Sox

 Posted on May 5, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  639 words  |  Brenda Moya

CHICAGO -- The Pittsburgh Pirates are making a habit out of winning from behind. The Chicago White Sox are losing every which way. Colin Moran hit a two-run homer that capped a four-run rally against Nate Jones in the ninth inning, leading the Pirates over Chicago 6-5 on Wednesday and sending the last-place White Sox to their ninth loss in 10 games. Pittsburgh trailed 4-0 for the second straight night before rebounding for its 10th comeback victory. [Read More]

Ranked-choice voting has challenged the status quo. Its popularity will be tested in Nov.

 Posted on May 5, 2024  |  6 minutes  |  1233 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Alaska's new election system — with open primaries and ranked voting — has been a model for those in other states who are frustrated by political polarization and a sense that voters lack real choice at the ballot box. Used for the first time in 2022, the changes helped propel the first Alaska Native to a seat in Congress. They could be short-lived. Opponents of ranked voting want to repeal it and are entangled in a legal fight over whether their initiative will be able to remain on Alaska's November ballot. [Read More]

3rd man surrenders in Pittsburgh shootout that killed infant

 Posted on May 4, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  115 words  |  Brenda Moya

Pittsburgh, Pa (AP) — The third man sought in the death of an infant who was struck by a stray bullet that went into his family's apartment during a shootout on a Pittsburgh street has turned himself in to authorities. Devon Thompson, surrendered Tuesday. The 37-year-old McKees Rocks man faces charges of criminal homicide, criminal attempted homicide, aggravated assault and a weapons count, and it wasn't known Wednesday if he's retained an attorney. [Read More]

Johnstown man killed in motorcycle crash on Route 30 in Westmoreland County

 Posted on May 4, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  126 words  |  Delta Gatti

Westmoreland County, PA — Authorities in Westmoreland County say a Johnstown man was killed earlier this week in a motorcycle crash on Route 30. Investigators say the crash occurred around 1:30 p.m. Monday along the 3000 block of US Route 30 in Derry Township. Officials identified the operator of the motorcycle as 39-year-old Shawn Pynos. Investigators say Pynos was traveling westbound when his motorcycle went off the roadway and into a gravel area. [Read More]

Middle Georgia's cult legacy: the Nuwaubian Nation

 Posted on May 4, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  25 words  |  Christie Applegate

Middle Georgia's cult legacy: the Nuwaubian Nation

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PA priest accused of stealing $40K from church; using money to play games on his phone

 Posted on May 4, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  111 words  |  Brenda Moya

South Coventry, PA — A Pennsylvania catholic priest is accused of stealing $40,000 from a Chester County parish and using that money to play games on his cell phone. Police say Lawrence Kozak has been charged with theft and other related crimes. Authorities say he reportedly racked up tens of thousands of dollars in expenses over three years and used some of that cash to play cell phone games like Candy Crush Saga and Pokémon Go. [Read More]

THON 2023 rocks in its first day

 Posted on May 4, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  570 words  |  Christie Applegate

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WJAC) — Penn State THON 2023 has kicked off. Thousands of people are packing themselves into the Bryce Jordan Center all weekend long, to support the largest student-run philanthropy in the world, benefitting children with cancer. THON 2023’s off to a rockin’ start, to say the least. THON is a one-of-a-kind event where you really have to see and feel it, to believe the warmth and care everyone shares. [Read More]

Wildlife officials warn of invasive Zebra Mussels found at Raystown Lake

 Posted on May 4, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  285 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

HUNTINGDON CO, Pa (WJAC) — Officials with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission are warning boaters and anglers to be on the lookout for invasive Zebra Mussels that were recently found at Raystown Lake in Huntingdon County. "Adult Zebra Mussels can attach to surfaces and can be spread easily between waters if they become attached to boats or fishing gear," said Sean Hartzell, PFBC Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator. "The microscopic larvae of the Zebra Mussel can also be spread through undrained water transported on boats or gear. [Read More]