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Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — Gov. Josh Shapiro recently signed an executive order setting much stricter environmental and transparency standards for new data center developments in Pennsylvania. The order [...]

Six Flags’ new Flex Pay option lets eligible guests spread purchases of $49 or more over monthly installments through Upgrade.

Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. acknowledged Friday that measles caused the death of an infant in Pennsylvania, after previously questioning the state’s reporting of two measles-related deaths amid a growing outbreak. Kennedy pointed to findings from Lancaster County coroner Stephen Diamantoni, who confirmed Friday that the six-week-old child died from [...]

The day, which is now marked as a federal holiday, originally had its roots in 19th century activism and class struggles.

Pennsylvania Rep. Chris Deluzio (D) said Sunday he “might” mount a primary challenge to Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) in 2028. “I might, I haven’t decided that. And to be really blunt, I’m doing everything I can right now to help Democrats in Pennsylvania flip congressional seats to give [Pennsylvania Gov.] Josh Shapiro a governing majority [...]

The executive order directs officials to determine within 90 days whether the wolves have recovered enough to reduce or remove their federal protections.

TAYLOR, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — What began as a way to honor the memory of a beloved friend has grown into an event that continues to make a difference for children and families in need. Golfers gathered at Pine Hills Country Club on Sunday for the fifth annual "Bogeys for Burkey" golf tournament, an event [...]

For stores that are open, many businesses use the holiday to reel in customers with Labor Day sales.

Americans are paying record high gas prices for this Labor Day holiday, averaging $4.15 per gallon. Diesel reached an all-time high of $5.90, according to AAA.

Several people whose relatives remain missing performed symbolic funerals and cremations, an important funeral right for the predominantly Hindu Nepal.