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[Public News Service @PNS_News]

Pennsylvania's primary is Tuesday, May 19. Four congressional seats are in play, the governor's race is on the horizon, and control of the U.S. House could run through the Keystone State. Here's everything you need to know before you vote: https://t.co/dwmU2xnmPC

[Public News Service @PNS_News]

Today on #2026Talks w/@RadioPacifica: White House blames Democrats, media, commentators for ongoing political violence. The VA Supreme Court hears a case challenging the redistricting referendum; and the DHS initiates a new green card policy.
#politics #Redistricting #immigration

[PNS-Pennsylvania @PNS_PA]

Five #Pittsburgh nonprofits cost city, county millions in tax revenue @KRC_PA
https://t.co/W900z0ITMB

[Fair Districts PA @FairDistrictsPA]

FDPA Chair @CKuniholm & @NewPennsylvania's @kadidakenner are featured guests on April 20th in @RedWineBlueUSA Pennsylvania civics series on Zoom.
Learn more about PA #redistricting & elections & ways to take action to strengthen our democracy. https://t.co/MIGabKaaa3

[Pennsylvania Governor's Office @PAGovOffice]

JUST NOW: @GovernorShapiro and First Lady Shapiro welcome King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands to Philadelphia.

[PNS-Pennsylvania @PNS_PA]

#SAVEAct opponents say it would affect #Pennsylvania women, voters of color @LWVPA
https://t.co/pW3V2cKVsI

[Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency @PEMAHQ]

Another winter storm is headed for PA, and it looks like it's bringing powerful wind gusts and dangerous travel.

3 things to do right now:
1. Have at least 2 ways to get weather alerts 🤳
2. Postpone unnecessary travel 🚫🚗
3. Charge devices and gather emergency supplies 🔋

Latest info & safety tips: https://t.co/NZlKZHCYAm.

[Public News Service @PNS_News]

Conservation and history groups are suing the Trump administration, alleging censorship at National Park Service sites after a policy review of park exhibits and educational materials. Full story: https://t.co/k1aURCn4HT
#NationalParks #PublicHistory #NPS @NPCA

[Public News Service @PNS_News]

#PNSDailyNews for 2/18: Colbert says CBS scrapped his James Talarico interview after Trump FCC's threats; NY takes oversight action on DHS as federal reforms stall; NC police department's tracker tech raises constitutional questions. And more. Listen now.

[Public News Service @PNS_News]

The aging population in #Pennsylvania is driving a growing need for skilled #caregivers, and @PHCA_Cares hopes to meet that demand through its new 'Care for the Aging' workforce initiative.

https://t.co/lB8elHpLWU

[Senator Jay Costa @Senatorcosta]

Today for Black History Month, I am highlighting Pittsburgh transplant Daisy Elizabeth Adams Lampkin, who changed how Black history is remembered by forcing Black women’s suffrage and political organizing into the historical record.

[Pennsylvania Governor's Office @PAGovOffice]

.@GovernorShapiro on his fight to restore the slavery exhibits ripped down by the Trump Admin: 

“I will not let Donald Trump — or anyone who works for him — whitewash our shared history.”

[Public News Service @PNS_News]

Pennsylvania’s clean energy future faces setbacks: $461M in federal funding canceled or threatened, putting 10K jobs at risk. Full report from @newdeal4us
and @KRC_PA: https://t.co/RCvE76RdDE

#CleanEnergy #ClimateAction #Infrastructure #EnergyTransition

[PNS-Pennsylvania @PNS_PA]

#Pennsylvania lawmakers are considering several bills to protect #insects and promote #nativeplants, amid growing concerns over declining species. Comments from Nate Reagle with the @SierraClub #Pennsylvania

https://t.co/qNCdv33qdJ

[Pennsylvania Governor's Office @PAGovOffice]

"EVERY TIME YOU GO TO THE GROCERY STORE, THINGS COST MORE BECAUSE OF DONALD TRUMP."
- @GovernorShapiro

[PNS-Pennsylvania @PNS_PA]

A new report, the 2025 State of Children’s Health Insurance in #Pennsylvania, reveals more than 153,000 #children in the Commonwealth lack #health #insurance – the highest number in 10 years.
https://t.co/VFptDZ5NiJ

[Public News Service @PNS_News]

Cyber Monday shoppers in PA may notice less variety in toys, electronics & clothing.
"Importers are only bringing in bestsellers due to tariffs," says Jason Miller, Michigan State.
Expect subtle quality shifts & more AI-powered shopping advice. Full story: https://t.co/XLgYwlUzeS

[Public News Service @PNS_News]

#PNSDailyNewscast for 12/2: Lawmakers spoke to top general after boat strike revelations; TX ranchers support investigation into foreign meat; PA uninsured children hit 153,000; ND High-speed internet goal within reach; IL student hopes detained dad will be home for the holidays.

[Public News Service @PNS_News]

Today is #GivingTuesday, a chance to support nonprofits after Black Friday & Cyber Monday. In Idaho, that support is critical.
"We don’t have a lot of public funding, so nonprofits fill the gap," says Kevin Bailey, ID Community Foundation. Read more: https://t.co/C97oRMIyTc

[Public News Service @PNS_News]

North America's largest #trade deal is under review.

The U.S.-Mexico-Canada agreement, which replaced the North American Free Trade Agreement in 2020, covers more than 500 million people and about 30% of global GDP.

https://t.co/Kc3D2wp736?