Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania law reinstates cursive instruction in all schools, effective April 12
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A new Pennsylvania law signed by Gov. Josh Shapiro on Feb. 11 requires public and private elementary schools to teach cursive handwriting. The measure, which passed with broad bipartisan support, takes effect April 12.
Authorities in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, have raised the reward to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest of Vernon Hatchett, accused of neglecting his 21-year-old son Tylim to death. The son, who had special needs and cerebral palsy, weighed just 59 pounds when he died in September 2024. District Attorney Kevin R. Steele announced the increase alongside Upper Dublin Police Chief Francis Wheatley.
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Joshua Siegel, Pennsylvania's youngest county executive, is pushing for ambitious changes in Lehigh County after his landslide win in November's election. The 32-year-old Democrat addressed a packed crowd at IronPigs Stadium, calling for expanded government roles amid economic growth and demographic shifts. He advocates a 1% sales tax to fund housing and mental health programs.
Three adults from the same family in Pennsylvania face charges for subjecting three children to severe abuse over several years, including confinement in a makeshift cage and a car seat for extended periods. Authorities discovered the conditions during an investigation that began in March 2024. The children, aged 5, 6, and 10, suffered physical and developmental harm, with one physician classifying the case as child torture.
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Jose Luna faces first-degree murder charges for shooting his wife Alisett Schubert following an argument at a party. The incident occurred in Rockledge, Pennsylvania, where Luna allegedly used her own gun during a roadside altercation. Authorities report prior instances of abuse in their relationship.
Tesla Robotaxi vehicles equipped with validation equipment were spotted in Enola, Pennsylvania, marking the first sighting in the state. The appearance suggests preparation for potential service expansion beyond announced markets like Nevada, Arizona, and Florida. This comes as Tesla operates unsupervised rides in Austin and supervised ones in California.
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Paige Cognetti, mayor of Scranton, Pennsylvania, is facing criticism for property tax hikes during her tenure, despite a campaign ad boasting of no new taxes. As she runs for Congress against Rep. Rob Bresnahan, opponents highlight the increases amid resident complaints. The race in Pennsylvania's 8th District is expected to be close.