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Mariam Zuhaib/APEnding the shutdown: Political scientist Chris Borick joins Tom Shortell for this episode of Political Pulse to help break down the breakthrough between Democrats and Republicans. -
Cheyanne Mumphrey/AP PhotoFederal health officials say 31 babies in 15 states have been sickened in a growing outbreak of infantile botulism tied to ByHeart infant formula. ByHeart recalled all of its products sold throughout the U.S. No deaths have been reported. Health officials say parents and caregivers who have the formula in their homes should stop using it immediately and dispose of the product. Botulism is a rare but serious disease that can cause paralysis and death. Symptoms can take weeks to develop. The most recent case was reported Nov. 11.
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The extra payments that participants in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, have been getting during the COVID-19 pandemic are ending this month in Pennsylvania, leaving food banks bracing for a surge in demand. -
Former president and humanitarian Jimmy Carter has elected to forgo medical treatment to spend his remaining time with his family.
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When U.S. Senator John Fetterman checked into the hospital this week to receive treatment for clinical depression, he joined thousands of others who experience this mood disorder after a stroke.
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U.S. Rep. Susan Wild, D-Lehigh Valley, spoke about her experience with mental health issues and lauded U.S. Sen. John Fetterman for having the courage to publicly seek help.
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The Pa. Department of Health is opposing Spotlight PA's request for information on the medical marijuana program, aiming to withhold data on how often physicians approve patients, citing confidentiality rules.
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On the recommendation of a doctor, U.S. Sen. John Fetterman is receiving inpatient mental health care at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
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Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro says he won't allow Pennsylvania to execute any inmates while he is in office and calls for the state's lawmakers to repeal the death penalty.
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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro sent a scathing letter to the president and CEO of Norfolk Southern on Tuesday, calling out the company for making emergency management decisions without consulting state and local leaders and for prioritizing its railroad operations over “a safer overall approach” for local residents and the environment, after a train derailment near East Palestine, Ohio last week.
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The Lehigh Valley is a desirable place to live. But as more move to the region, the volume of affordable housing is shrinking. A quality-of-life survey shows it's a major concern of those who live here.
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ArtsQuest is seeking photos of local "Hometown Heroes" for their Memorial Day exhibit.
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Grants will go toward replacing gasoline- or diesel-fueled vehicles.
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The lead author suggests tighter regulations on the chemical class known as phthalates.
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Trump hinted that vote counters could make a difference in an election's outcome.
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The 3-state panel is tasked with protecting resources of the Chesapeake Bay.
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Wolf said part of the solution is to improve job opportunities, increase community resources and fund schools.
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Gov. Tom Wolf is expected to veto the bill.
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Some claimants are being falsely accused of fraud.
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Journalist Gene Tauber says it's about 'helping people make decisions on how to reduce their own risk.'
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Pennsylvania is being sued over the way it funds education.
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John Fielding's right wing posts could affect how he does his job, some fear.
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They don't bite or contain toxins, but they still don't have many friends in Pennsylvania.
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The only number that dropped last week was the number of vaccines administered.
