Legislature
Yudichak, Killion introduce bipartisan Restore PA bill to Senate
https://www.timesleader.com/news/746737/yudichak-killion-introduce-bipartisan-restore-pa-bill-to-senate
Berks County election officials back some proposals to overhaul elections
https://www.readingeagle.com/news/article/berks-county-election-officials-back-some-proposals-to-overhaul-elections
As municipalities struggle with stormwater costs, Pa. lawmakers look for funding help
https://www.pennlive.com/news/2019/06/as-municipalities-struggle-with-stormwater-costs-pa-lawmakers-look-for-funding-help.html
As changes come to Pa. Medicaid transit program, counties fear bumps in road
https://www.inquirer.com/news/medicaid-medical-assistance-transportation-program-pennsylvania-broker-cms-20190610.html
School CPR bill awaits approval
https://www.poconorecord.com/news/20190609/school-cpr-bill-awaits-approval
Child marriage ban gets unanimous support
http://www.altoonamirror.com/news/local-news/2019/06/child-marriage-ban-gets-unanimous-support/
Lawmakers seek to crack down on video skill games
https://www.meadvilletribune.com/news/lawmakers-seek-to-crack-down-on-video-skill-games/article_794d9828-5a97-5026-871b-1f3dd54b99dc.html
Yes, we can ensure health care coverage and save costs in PA | Opinion
https://www.pennlive.com/opinion/2019/06/yes-we-can-ensure-health-care-coverage-and-save-costs-in-pa-opinion.html
Could solar’s outlook in Pennsylvania be sunny, even if the skies are not?
https://www.post-gazette.com/business/powersource/2019/06/10/Pennsylvania-solar-energy-farm-land-lease-option-renewable/stories/201905260025
To sell or not sell? Pa.’s taxpayer-funded lieutenant governor’s mansion could hit the market
https://www.inquirer.com/news/pa-sale-lieutenant-governor-mansion-joe-scarnati-john-fetterman-20190609.html
Ruling serves major parties
https://www.thetimes-tribune.com/opinion/ruling-serves-major-parties-1.2494303
Budget
Push to boost minimum wage a battleground issue in Pa. budget talks
https://www.delcotimes.com/news/push-to-boost-minimum-wage-a-battleground-issue-in-pa/article_ca4c23ea-8966-11e9-8553-2f4a927eb811.html
Will Pa. pass a budget on time? Battles loom over raising minimum wage, spending increases
https://www.pennlive.com/news/2019/06/pa-budget-battles-loom-over-raising-minimum-wage-spending-increases.html
It’s Pa. budget season. All Philly can do is hope for the best. | John Baer
https://www.inquirer.com/opinion/john-baer-pennsylvania-budget-tom-wolf-minimum-wage-20190610.html
Crime/Punishment
Woman said to operate illegal kennel
https://www.standardspeaker.com/news/woman-said-to-operate-illegal-kennel-1.2494359
Gaming
Does sports betting puts student athletes at risk?
https://www.buckscountycouriertimes.com/news/20190609/does-sports-betting-puts-student-athletes-at-risk
Local News
Hearing set for county capital plan
https://www.citizensvoice.com/news/hearing-set-for-county-capital-plan-1.2494429
Preservation of former Planters Peanuts Wilkes-Barre headquarters draws interest
https://www.timesleader.com/news/746728/preservation-of-former-planters-peanuts-wilkes-barre-headquarters-draws-interest
Dispute over proposed Exeter Twp. treatment center heading to court
https://www.citizensvoice.com/news/dispute-over-proposed-exeter-twp-treatment-center-heading-to-court-1.2494438
W-B to distribute new recycling bins
https://www.citizensvoice.com/news/w-b-to-distribute-new-recycling-bins-1.2494356
Luzerne County receiving $5 vehicle fee revenue
https://www.timesleader.com/news/746714/luzerne-county-receiving-5-vehicle-fee-revenue
More claimants seeking payment for medical problems related to Avoca creosote facility and others
https://www.timesleader.com/news/746734/more-claimants-seeking-payment-for-medical-problems-related-to-avoca-creosote-facility-and-others
Carbondale mayor’s taxes still outstanding
https://www.thetimes-tribune.com/news/carbondale-mayor-s-taxes-still-outstanding-1.2494484
Smithton Volunteer Fire Department hosts camp for kids with special needs
https://triblive.com/local/westmoreland/smithton-volunteer-fire-department-hosts-camp-for-kids-with-special-needs/
City of Renting: What Reading could learn from other places in drafting a housing strategy, and what Pottstown has already learned
https://www.readingeagle.com/news/article/city-of-renting-how-reading-is-learning-from-other-places-in-drafting-a-housing-strategy-and-what-pottstown-has-already-learned
Medical marijuana dispensary to open soon in historic Harrisburg fire house
https://www.pennlive.com/news/2019/06/medical-marijuana-dispensary-to-open-soon-in-historic-harrisburg-fire-house.html
Long-time heavyweight champ Larry Holmes saluted by magazine as ‘man of influence’ in region
https://www.lehighvalleylive.com/news/2019/06/long-time-heavyweight-champ-larry-holmes-saluted-by-magazine-as-man-of-influence-in-region.html
Natural Gas
Experts: Allegheny Township fracking case highlights importance of local elections
https://triblive.com/local/valley-news-dispatch/experts-allegheny-township-fracking-case-highlights-importance-of-local-elections/
Opioid Crisis
Lackawanna Recovery Coalition kicks off opioids education series Wednesday
https://www.thetimes-tribune.com/news/lackawanna-recovery-coalition-kicks-off-opioids-education-series-wednesday-1.2494482
Philly
HUGE cannabis startup, FSD Pharma, takes deep root in Philadelphia
https://www.inquirer.com/business/fsd-raza-bokhari-cannabis-medical-marijuana-cannabinoids-algae-cbd-philadelphia-toronto-20190610.html
A stranger’s $50 tip and advice convinced this Philly bakery worker to return to college. Then she soared.
https://www.inquirer.com/education/community-college-ccp-jack-kent-cooke-scholarship-swarthmore-20190610.html
Philly’s Pride Parade: ‘A time when everyone can come out’
https://www.inquirer.com/news/pride-philadelphia-dante-austin-stonewall-lgbtq-20190609.html
Pitt
Pride march the largest in city history, officials say
https://www.post-gazette.com/life/lifestyle/2019/06/09/Pride-march-the-largest-in-city-history-officials-say/stories/201906090180
After decades, Produce Terminal on the cusp of redevelopment
https://triblive.com/local/pittsburgh-allegheny/after-decades-produce-terminal-on-the-cusp-of-redevelopment/
State News
People burying loved ones in Pennsylvania sign agreements that promise they are buying something most businesses wouldn’t offer — a guarantee that a grave will be taken care of forever.
https://newsinteractive.post-gazette.com/cemeteries-perpetual-care-maintenance-financial-problems/
Former Ligonier female veteran honored for long military service
https://triblive.com/local/westmoreland/former-ligonier-female-veteran-honored-for-long-military-service/
Ambulance companies taking patients to court to collect money owed
https://triblive.com/local/westmoreland/ambulance-companies-taking-patients-to-court-to-collect-money-owed/
Goodwill continues to grow, opening new store in Mt. Pleasant
https://triblive.com/local/westmoreland/goodwills-continued-growth-leads-to-bigger-thrift-store-location-in-mt-pleasant/
At least 1 person dead after vehicle and train collide in Lawrence County
https://triblive.com/local/regional/at-least-1-person-dead-after-vehicle-and-train-collide-in-lawrence-county/
E15 gasoline blend good for farmers; bad for engines
https://www.citizensvoice.com/news/e15-gasoline-blend-good-for-farmers-bad-for-engines-1.2494503
Berks farmers planting in the puddles
https://www.readingeagle.com/news/article/berks-farmers-planting-in-the-puddles
Wear Orange crowd wants to end gun violence in America
https://www.readingeagle.com/news/article/wear-orange-crowd-wants-to-end-gun-violence-in-america
Transportation
DEADLIEST ROADS: Casey Highway among the deadliest for alcohol-fueled crashes
https://www.thetimes-tribune.com/news/deadliest-roads-casey-highway-among-the-deadliest-for-alcohol-fueled-crashes-1.2494380
DEADLIEST ROADS: Southern Luzerne County roads among the deadliest for alcohol-fueled crashes
https://www.citizensvoice.com/news/deadliest-roads-southern-luzerne-county-roads-among-the-deadliest-for-alcohol-fueled-crashes-1.2494459
DEADLIEST ROADS: Route 435 is one of the deadliest in NEPA
https://www.thetimes-tribune.com/news/deadliest-roads-route-435-is-one-of-the-deadliest-in-nepa-1.2492927
Washington
Every child deserves a family — and now there’s legislation to help make that reality | Opinion
https://www.inquirer.com/opinion/commentary/adoption-youth-lgbtq-sexual-orientation-foster-care-20190610.html
Data should result in full inspections
https://www.citizensvoice.com/opinion/data-should-result-in-full-inspections-1.2494349