State News

Pennsylvania Budget Proposed

Tuesday, February 10 by wcednews

UNDATED - The first proposal for Pennsylvania’s next state budget was unveiled last week, calling for an increase in spending. The plan would boost state spending by $2.72 billion dollars over last year’s budget. Similar to last year, the administration proposes increases in revenue by... Read More.

Legislation to Expand Veteran Breast Cancer Screenings

Monday, February 9 by wcednews

UNDATED - A new piece of legislation, introduced partially by Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson, would expand veteran’s access to breast cancer screenings. The Mammography Access for Veterans Act, would expand how veterans can get breast cancer screenings through the Department of Veterans Affairs, and would... Read More.

Financial Responsibility in Pennsylvania

Wednesday, February 4 by wcednews

UNDATED - With reports of financial misconduct in multiple states, State Representative Mike Armanini believes Pennsylvania needs stronger financial oversight. With budget pressures mounting and growing questions on how public money is used, the State Representative believes closer scrutiny is necessary. “We’re not even six months... Read More.

Pennsylvania State Police Patrol Vehicle Upgrades

Tuesday, February 3 by wcednews

UNDATED - Pennsylvania State Police are introducing new upgrades to patrol vehicles, enhancing safety and visibility. These upgrades include V-shaped light bars for 360-degree visibility and new sirens with low frequency technology that can be heard and felt inside vehicles. Patrol cars will also use GPS... Read More.

Deer Firearm Season Unchanging

Thursday, January 29 by wcednews

UNDATED - The Pennsylvania Game Commission has voted to stay on the current firearm deer season. Lawmakers have considered changing the date to the Saturday before Thanksgiving arguing that this would make hunting more accessible, leading to an increase in license sales. After hearing major opposition,... Read More.

2025 Property Tax and Rebate Program Open

Thursday, January 22 by wcednews

UNDATED - You can now apply for the 2025 Pennsylvania Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program. If you are over 65 years-old, over 50 and widowed, or over 18 and disabled, paid rent or property taxes and earn up to $48,110 dollars a year you... Read More.

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Shutting Down

Thursday, January 8 by wcednews

PITTSBURGH - The owners of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette newspaper announced Wednesday that they will be closing down in May. Block Communications Inc. stated that due to financial losses, losing over $350 million dollars over the past 20 years, and labor constraints they will print their... Read More.

Shapiro Soon Becoming Highest-Paid Governor

Friday, January 2 by wcednews

HARRISBURG – According to a federal report, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro will soon become the highest-paid governor in the United States. During 2026, and after a 3.3% cost of living adjustment, Shapiro will be pulling in more than $253,000. Shapiro's annual pay will exceed... Read More.

Gas Prices Continue to Drop

Wednesday, December 31 by wcednews

UNDATED – The average per-gallon price of gasoline in Pennsylvania is down another four cents during the past week, and now averages $3.05 across the Commonwealth. According to the GasBuddy survey of more than 5,000 stations statewide, prices are more than 17 cents lower... Read More.

PennDOT License and Photo Centers Closed New Year’s Day