News Digest :: December 27, 2018

Legislature 10 reasons why marijuana could be legal in Pennsylvania (eventually) https://www.pennlive.com/expo/news/erry-2018/12/8574d289b46507/10-reasons-why-marijuana-could.html If you have an old criminal record, today you can finally get a ‘clean...

News Digest :: December 26, 2018

Legislature Hemp legalized, but uncertainties remain for farmers https://triblive.com/local/westmoreland/14443270-74/hemp-legalized-but-uncertainties-remain-for-farmers Hemp hurdles: Versatile plant is perfect for Pennsylvania, 2 local farmers say...

News Digest :: December 24, 2018

Legislature Sworn statement could decide if Lindsey Williams takes seat as state senator https://triblive.com/local/allegheny/14439885-74/sworn-statement-could-decide-if-lindsey-williams-takes-seat-as-state-senator STATE OF EMERGENCY | Fire and EMS services look to...

News Digest :: December 23, 2018

Administration Gov. Wolf frees Chester County man sentenced to 125 years on drug charges, weighs more acts of clemency...

News Digest :: December 22, 2018

LegislatureEx-state rep won’t face sexual misconduct charges as criminal investigation endshttps://www.pennlive.com/news/2018/12/ex-state-rep-wont-face-sexual-misconduct-charges-as-investigation-ends.htmlEx-state rep’s accuser on why she wanted investigation to end,...

News Digest :: December 21, 2018

Legislature Nursing homes need more oversight, state lawmakers say https://www.pennlive.com/news/2018/12/nursing-homes-need-more-oversight-state-lawmakers-say.html Is the time right for Pa. to legalize pot? ‘Let’s think about this,’ a lawmaker says...

News Digest :: December 20, 2018

Legislature Compensation for abuse: Payouts must not derail legislative action https://www.post-gazette.com/opinion/editorials/2018/12/20/Compensation-for-abuse-Payouts-must-not-derail-legislative-action/stories/201812200043 Administration Gov. Wolf says it’s time for...

News Digest :: December 19, 2018

Legislature State mental health funding hasn’t increased in years. Counties say it’s affecting care. http://www.witf.org/state-house-sound-bites/2018/12/state-mental-health-funding-hasnt-increased-in-years-counties-say-its-affecting-care.php 5 people will...