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PA Schools’ $5B Funding Gap Detailed In New Commission Report
The new legislative report calls for increased funding to literacy programs, mental health services and universal pre-K around the state.

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The new legislative report calls for increased funding to literacy programs, mental health services and universal pre-K around the state.

A winter storm that already dropped several inches of snow has closed schools and prompted speed advisories across PA. Here's the latest:
A winter storm that already dropped several inches of snow has closed schools and prompted speed advisories. Here's when it will end:
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The climate pattern associated with coastal storms, temp swings and snowier late winters may top records this year. Here's what it means:
Another storm set to bring heavy rain, damaging wind gusts and coastal flooding is coming to PA Friday. Here’s what to know:
Another storm set to bring heavy rain, damaging wind gusts and coastal flooding is coming to NJ Friday. Here’s what to know:
The climate pattern associated with coastal storms, temp swings and snowier late winters may top records this year. Here’s what it means:
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is dropping out of the 2024 U.S. presidential race, according to multiple reports.
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Tuesday's storm prompted road closures, power outages and more around PA. See the latest storm updates below:
Tuesday's storm prompted a state of emergency, school delays, power outages and more around NJ. See the latest storm updates below:
Several schools across NJ have announced abbreviated days or dismissals ahead of a fierce storm expected to hit Tuesday evening.
“The treatment of these individuals is not humane at the moment, including the fact that we’re getting no notice of their arrival."
A fierce storm set to bring up heavy rain, flooding and possible power outages is slated to hit PA today. Here's what you need to know:
A fierce storm that prompted a state of emergency declaration is set to hit New Jersey today. Here’s what you need to know:
Tuesday’s storm is set to bring flooding and wind gusts that could cause power outages. Here’s when the state of emergency goes into effect: