Pennsylvania Perspective for Monday, August 26, 2024

August 26, 2024

Pennsylvania

PA Public Safety, Corrections Officers Seek Expanded Access to Additional Opioid Overdose Treatments

Pennsylvania corrections officers and police are urging Governor Josh Shapiro’s administration to expand access to all FDA-approved opioid overdose reversal medications, beyond naloxone, to better address the increasing potency of opioids and improve safety in their work environments. PennLive has more.

PA Likely Not to Have Results on Election Night

In preparation for November’s presidential election, Pennsylvania officials are warning that results may not be available on Election Night due to state laws prohibiting the processing of mail-in ballots before Election Day. Despite efforts to address issues from 2020, the state’s laws and recent delays in legislative action could lead to delays in counting votes. FOX News has more.

Butler County Voting Case Moves to State Court, Potentially Setting Standard Rules for Handling Mail Ballot Errors

Voting rights groups are urging the Commonwealth Court to ensure voters can cast provisional ballots if they make errors with their mail-in ballots ahead of the November election. The Court’s decision could establish consistent statewide protections for voters, especially in cases where counties currently have differing policies. WITF has more.

How to Vote in PA in 2024

The Philadelphia Inquirer has published a guide on how to vote in the upcoming Pennsylvania election, including key dates, registration information, and details on the races on the ballot.

Nostalgia Drives New Era of Video Game Development in PA

Pennsylvania developers are creating new games for retro consoles like the NES and Sega Genesis, driven by nostalgia and the rising popularity of retro gaming. While these cartridge-based games appeal to collectors, modern digital versions are more scalable and help reach a broader audience. Spotlight PA has more.

 

Philadelphia

SEPTA to Increase Regional Rail Service in September

SEPTA will increase regional rail service starting in September by adding 99 more weekend trains and 24 more weekday trains to meet demand and improve flexibility, bringing service closer to pre-pandemic levels. The Philadelphia Inquirer has more.

Philadelphia Students Go Back to School

Philadelphia’s 113,000 students returned to school for the 2024-25 year today. Mayor Cherelle Parker, herself a former high school English teacher, made an appearance, emphasizing support and opportunities for all students. The Philadelphia Inquirer has more.

 

Pittsburgh

Education Consultants Answer Questions About PPS’s School Closure Plan

Education consultants from Education Resource Strategies answer community questions about Pittsburgh Public Schools’ (PPS) proposed changes, including school closures and consolidations. PublicSource has more.

Politicians, Environmentalists Unite During Kayaking Tour of Allegheny River Lock & Dam

Politicians, environmentalists, engineers, and outdoor enthusiasts paddled through the C.W. Bill Young Lock and Dam to highlight the need for maintaining aging river infrastructure, underscoring its economic, environmental, and recreational significance. WESA has more.

 

Federal

How the Trump Campaign Plans to Go All-In on Pennsylvania

The Trump campaign plans to focus heavily on Pennsylvania over the next 75 days, with extensive efforts by both Trump and vice presidential candidate J.D. Vance to win key rural and working-class areas. NOTUS has more.

“Demstock” Brings Together Rural PA Democrats 

Rural Pennsylvania Democrats gathered at “Demstock” to strategize on reducing former President Donald Trump’s margins in the state, emphasizing the importance of rural voters in the upcoming election despite the region’s strong Republican leanings. NBC News has more.

Fracking Takes Center Stage in Competitive PA Senate Race

Vice President Kamala Harris’ recent nomination has shifted campaign dynamics in critical Senate races, notably in Pennsylvania, where Republican candidate Dave McCormick is leveraging past comments by Harris to attack Democratic Senator Bob Casey over fracking. The Pennsylvania Capital-Star has more.

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