PA To NYC Direct Train Proposal: 5 Must-Read PA Stories

Good evening, Pennsylvania Patch readers! We've assembled some of the most share-worthy stories from the state for today, just for you.

Here are the top five stories from the Keystone State:

1. The NFL has suspended Pittsburgh Steelers safety Damontae Kazee for the rest of the season and any potential postseason games for a hit Saturday to Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (Read more on Patch.)

2. A Pennsbury School District music instructor has been charged with possessing thousands of images and videos of child pornography, authorities said. (Read more on Patch.)

3. Portions of Route 202 remain shut down in King of Prussia this week, exacerbating already worsening holiday congestion. (Read more on Patch.)

4. The James Beard Foundation has honored numerous Philadelphia restaurants and chefs in recent years. Now, the foundation is looking to introduce these lauded chefs and their offerings to more people by hosting Taste America: Philadelphia. (Read more on Patch.)

5. It may soon be possible to take a train from northeast Pennsylvania through New Jersey on your way to New York City if a plan to revive rail service across the three states keeps chugging along on schedule. (Read more on Patch.)