Pennsylvania will move from warnings to $50 fines for hand‑held phone use on June 5, 2026 under Paul Miller's Law. The hands‑free law bans hand‑held devices and tightens enforcement.

Copper wiring was stolen from lamp fixtures at Bartram's Garden in early March, leaving trails unlit and causing an estimated $30K–$40K in damage.

CPSC has opened a probe after multiple classroom HVAC fires were reported from the Jersey Shore to Washington state. No injuries reported; schools have taken suspect systems offline.

Amazon will cut Kindle Store access for devices released in 2012 or earlier on May 20, 2026, leaving old Kindles able to read downloaded books but unable to get new ones.

A 47-year-old Easton man pleaded guilty after dog treats laced with fishhooks and razor blades injured a pet. He was sentenced to prison, probation and a ban on owning animals.

Lehigh County prosecutors say a Whitehall tax collector used her office to send improper business‑tax notices to neighbors who run The Caring Place. The DA has filed misdemeanor counts of official oppression and harassment.

Longtime Philly radio host Mike Missanelli was arrested in Wynnewood after police say an argument with his fiancée turned physical. He faces simple assault and harassment charges.

A 17-year-old was arrested after her 18-year-old boyfriend was fatally stabbed on Market Street in Harrisburg; police say videos and multiple knives were recovered as the probe continues.

Freeze Warning through 9 a.m. April 9 in Philadelphia; frost likely. Sunny today, then a sharp warmup into the 80s early next week.

Fleur's will pause service on April 12 after seven months in East Kensington as owners regroup to reposition the restaurant and support staff.

Hospitals are partnering with high schools and Bloomberg-backed programs to train students for nursing roles as staffing shortfalls squeeze care. Local programs promise credits, internships and job interviews.

Parks & Rec says it will prioritize mowing, hand‑weeding and mulching while phasing out routine herbicide sprays after reporting showed heavy pesticide use in city parks. Officials pledged new buffers, training and more seasonal crews.

Mercer County approved a lease transfer to DBH Trenton LLC; officials say the sale could be the first step toward restoring affiliated minor‑league baseball in Trenton.