NORTHERN PENNSYLVANIA

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Pennsylvania's Gas Industry Under Fire: A Closer Look at New Regulations

Pennsylvania's natural gas industry is facing tough new rules. These rules are said to protect the environment. But many think they will hurt the industry. The rules would make it harder to drill for gas. They would increase the distance between gas wells and buildings, water supplies, and other imp

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Jan 28 2026WEATHER

Chilly Weather Puts a Pause on School in Northern Virginia

Northern Virginia's schools are taking a break due to icy roads. Many school districts have decided to close their doors for a day. This includes Stafford, Spotsylvania, Loudoun, Arlington, Fauquier, and Prince William counties. Fairfax County joined the list later, announcing their schools will als

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Jan 19 2026WEATHER

Understanding Wind Chill: A Chilly Tale from Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is bracing for a cold snap, with temperatures dropping to the teens and wind chills nearing zero. This weather phenomenon, known as wind chill, has been a part of weather forecasts since 1973. It's a measure of how cold it feels when wind speed is factored in with the actual air tempera

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Jan 17 2026CRIME

How Pennsylvania is Taking a Stand Against Human Trafficking

Pennsylvania is making big moves to fight human trafficking. This crime is sneaky and affects all kinds of people. It's not just something that happens far away. It's happening right here in the U. S. , including Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is leading the charge. They've set

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Jan 16 2026OPINION

Pennsylvania's Power Dilemma: Who's Paying the Price?

Pennsylvania's electricity grid is a complex web. It connects 13 states and the nation's capital. This network, called the PJM grid, demands that each state contributes to powering the region. Pennsylvania exports more electricity than any other state. This is thanks to reforms made almost 30 years

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Jan 15 2026WEATHER

High Winds and Dry Air: A Fire Risk for Northern Colorado

Northern Colorado and the Eastern Plains are facing a serious fire risk. The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning. This warning is for parts of Larimer, Weld, Morgan, Adams, Arapahoe, Elbert, Lincoln, Logan, and Washington counties. It will be in effect from 10 a. m. to 6 p. m. on

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Jan 15 2026OPINION

Pennsylvania's Skill Games: A Fair Shot for Small Businesses

Pennsylvania's skill game industry is at a crossroads. For years, small businesses have relied on these machines to boost their income and provide entertainment. But now, the industry faces a big challenge: fair regulation. The skill game industry has grown a lot. It started small, with simple mach

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Jan 11 2026WEATHER

Extreme Cold Snarls Travel Across Europe

Northern Finland is no stranger to cold weather, but this year's deep freeze has been particularly harsh. Kittilä airport, located in the remote Finnish Lapland region, saw temperatures plummet to -37 degrees Celsius. This extreme cold has caused significant disruptions, with flights canceled and th

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Jan 11 2026HEALTH

Flu Season Hits Hard: What You Need to Know

Northern Virginia is facing a rough flu season. Hospitals are seeing a lot of sick people. The main culprit is a tough strain of influenza A, subclade k. This strain came out after the 2025 flu shot was made. It's making people really sick. Across the U. S. , there have been about 11 million flu ca

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Jan 10 2026WEATHER

Arizona's Weather: From Snowy North to Sunny South

Northern Arizona just got a fresh coat of white, but don't worry, the sun is on its way back. On January 8th, Flagstaff saw about 6. 3 inches of snow, but the storms are moving out. So, by January 9th afternoon, the snow should start to clear up, leaving behind bright, sunny skies for the rest of th

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