As Washington cuts food aid, Pennsylvania communities refuse to let neighbors go hungry | Joyce M. Davis With 2 million Pennsylvanians facing SNAP benefit cuts, churches, food banks and everyday citizens are mobilizing to fill the gap left by federal policy chaos.

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Just in: Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger has been elected governor of Virginia, delivering a defeat to Donald Trump’s Republican party, which held the state’s governorship for the past four years. on.ft.com/47Ywow8

With the KKK in Mechanicsburg, the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission’s work is more vital now than ever | Joyce M. Davis We applaud not only Gov. Shapiro, Lassiter and the PHRC, but the residents of Mechanicsburg and other parts of our commonwealth who will not remain silent in the face of blatant racism and cruelty.

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From Mongolia to Midtown: How Harrisburg charmed some young Asian diplomats | Joyce M. Davis A diplomatic delegation's weekend tour of Pennsylvania's capital reveals the city's hidden gems and historical significance to future global leaders.

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State Street Academy of Music moves to Seneca, but its mission to nurture art and beauty remain the same | Joyce M. Davis State Street Academy of Music relocates to St. Paul's Episcopal Church on Seneca Street in Harrisburg, continuing its mission to nurture young musical talent.

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Over 30% of Pa. businesses expect to raise prices soon, study says Pennsylvania is one of the top states where businesses expect to raise prices thanks to inflation and tariffs.

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The brutal reality of back-to-school season: More children will die from guns | PennLive Editorial CeaseFire PA is calling on Pennsylvania legislators to pass a law that would mandate adults safely secure their weapons inside their homes – an utterly reasonable idea.

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A tale of two schools exposes Pennsylvania’s education crisis | PennLive Editorial hile Philadelphia's Masterman School ranks 4th nationally with stellar achievement rates, Harrisburg High sits near the bottom, revealing a troubling disparity in public education.

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A mother’s love creates a haven for the autism community | Joyce M. Davis Inspired by her son Kareem, Sudanese refugee Hagir Elsheikh establishes groundbreaking support center at Central Penn College, offering respite for both parents and children affected by autism

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HACC’s 2025 soccer season is underway!

What are the prospects of a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war? Donald Trump last week dropped his call for a pause in fighting. What does this mean for Kyiv and what might happen now?

What are the prospects of a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war?

Harrisburg doesn’t need apologies: It needs action | Opinion What Harrisburg's downtown needs now isn’t nostalgia or comparisons—it needs coordinated urgency.

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Trump-Putin Alaska summit ends without breakthrough on Ukraine US president fails to secure ceasefire despite red-carpet welcome for Russian leader

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Our communities won’t accept the politics of cruelty | Opinion From threats to same-sex marriage to inhumane immigration policies, Americans must reject the rising tide of discrimination and stand up for human dignity.

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Hear what experts have to say about how federal budget cuts will impact Pennsylvania!

There are hidden costs in Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill,’ and Pennsylvanians will have to pay them | Joyce M. Davis As federal cuts to Medicaid, food assistance, and education take effect, state experts warn of hospital closures, hungry children, and a looming crisis that could force Pennsylvania and other states t...

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The measles virus is one of the most contagious and infectious diseases known. As cases rise, vaccinating your children is the most effective way to keep them safe. Learn more about how you can protect your children and community.
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20 states sue FEMA for canceling grant program that guards against natural disasters Twenty Democratic-led states have filed a lawsuit against the Federal Emergency Management Agency over the cancellation of a disaster mitigation grant program.

1/Guess which state vulnerable to weather disasters both inland and along its coast refuses to fight for its residents? You can thank NH AG John Formella, who finds new ways to switch between being hyper-partisan and beyond useless every day. #NHPolitics apnews.com/article/fema...

ICE agents are harassing the courthouse volunteers who assist besieged immigrants "They want to be doing this with no witnesses."

“They don’t want anyone to see how they treat people. They want to be doing this”—their deportations—”with no witnesses.”

Mapping Media Freedom: Greece: Journalist and filmmaker Tom Sideris removed by ERT management and radio series on Gaza cancelled (2025-06-26) On 24 June 2025, the management of Greek public broadcaster, the Hellenic Broadcasting Corporation…

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Trump’s words and actions should be disqualifying to be president | PennLive letters The President of the United States has no authority to revoke anyone’s citizenship.

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Next Gen PA Podcast – The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg Tired of the same old takes? Young leaders of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg dive deep into the critical Pennsylvania issues impacting our community. Expect insightful discussions, interviews...

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A young man asks a heartbreaking question: Why does President Trump hate me? | Joyce M. Davis ICE agents are scouring our day care centers, churches, Home Depots, anywhere they think they can grab people to meet the 3000-a-day deportation quota.

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‘No Kings’ protests provide hope that America will rise above another tragic time in its history | Joyce M. Davis The "No Kings" protesters were determined to stand against growing authoritarianism in the White House and a brutality toward vulnerable people that good Americans find sickening.

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Litigation Tracker: Legal Challenges to Trump Administration Actions A public resource tracking the legal challenges to the Trump administration's executive orders and actions.

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Capital Region Town Hall forum about to begin at Central Penn College with cut outs of U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick and U.S. Rep. Scott Perry. Great turnout.

I do look at a wide range of news sources.

Is FoxNews offering a window to impeach Noem or react to the Padilla overreaction?

I see hope here.

“Before it’s too late:” EU officials bring urgent message to Harrisburg that all Americans should hear| PennLive Editorial America’s European allies are understandably baffled and confused at political developments in the United States.

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A tribute to Cynthia Lee Watkins: a small but mighty force who will be missed in Harrisburg | Joyce M. Davis Cynthia Lee Watkins was nobody’s fool, and she was nobody’s pushover, either.

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These Pennsylvania students not only care about mainstream news, but they are helping to shape it | Joyce Davis From securing presidential debate credentials to hosting political podcasts, two young PennLive editorial board members demonstrate how Gen Z is actively shaping media and civic discourse

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