State News

PA Budget Passes Deadline

Monday, July 7 by wcednews

UNDATED - The initial deadline for Pennsylvania’s next budget passed at the end of June with no agreement made.The budget proposes a nine percent increase in spending, translating to around a $3.8 billion dollar increase.To help mitigate the amount of spending, the budget sees... Read More.

Voting for Best State Police Cruiser

Monday, July 7 by wcednews

UNDATED - You can now vote for the best looking State Police Cruiser.In this year’s contest, you can vote for the best looking state’s vehicle.You can vote for your favorite here.

Armani Announces Natural Gas Impact Fees

Monday, June 30 by wcednews

UNDATED - Over one million dollars will go to municipalities in the 75th District in impact fees from natural gas.State Representative Mike Armanini says that these funds are for communities affected by natural gas drilling to help the municipalities fund much needed projects.Below is... Read More.

Sunday Hunting Return Passes Senate

Saturday, June 28 by wcednews

UNDATED - A bill to expand Sunday hunting has now passed the SenatePassed by the house earlier in the month, House Bill 1431, if implemented, would allow hunters to utilize more than the current three Sundays a year to bag their game.Now the bill... Read More.

New License Plate Option in Pa

Monday, June 23 by wcednews

UNDATED - If you are looking for a way to show your democratic pride, look no further, as a new series of license plates will let you celebrate democracy in style.The “let freedom ring” license plate is meant to honor the 250th anniversary of... Read More.

Pennsylvania Budget Season

Tuesday, June 17 by wcednews

UNDATED - Lawmakers from all across the commonwealth are currently working to create the state’s upcoming budget.In February, the administration proposed a $133.7 billion dollar budget, going up over five percent. We spoke with Senator Wayne Langerholc Jr. where he told us he believes that... Read More.

Minimum Wage Increase Passes House

Tuesday, June 17 by wcednews

UNDATED - The Pennsylvania House has passed a bill that, if approved, would begin the process of increasing the state’s minimum wage.The proposed bill would increase minimum wage in Allegheny and Philadelphia Counties to $15 dollars an hour and $12 dollars an hour everywhere... Read More.

Banning Cell Phone Use While Driving

Wednesday, June 4 by wcednews

UNDATED - Starting Thursday a new law will prohibit any use of mobile devices while in the driver's seat, even when completely stopped.If you are using at least one part of your body to hold a mobile device while operating a vehicle, you will... Read More.

Increasing School Bus Safety

Tuesday, June 3 by wcednews

UNDATED - Over one million dollars is available for a new grant program aimed at enhancing school bus safety.According to PennDOT, $1.2 million dollars will be used to promote safety education and training, and pay for all costs associated for anyone getting their commercial... Read More.

Giant Eagle Acquiring Rite Aid Prescriptions

Tuesday, June 3 by wcednews

UNDATED - If you get your prescriptions from Rite Aid, do not worry about their closure as Giant Eagle has agreed to handle your prescriptions. According to the Giant Eagle all transfers will go to the pharmacy most convenient for you.While only 30 locations are... Read More.