Researchers examining the incidence of brain cancer at jet engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney in Connecticut say they have found no statistically significant elevations in the rate of cancer among workers.
Researchers examining the incidence of brain cancer at jet engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney in Connecticut say they have found no statistically significant elevations in the rate of cancer among workers.
Authorities in suburban Philadelphia say they've broken up a multimillion-dollar drug ring that trafficked in high-grade marijuana.
Authorities in suburban Philadelphia say they've broken up a multimillion-dollar drug ring that trafficked in high-grade marijuana.
A former Penn State women's basketball player has taken to writing to resume the anti-bullying efforts she championed off the court.
A former Penn State women's basketball player has taken to writing to resume the anti-bullying efforts she championed off the court.
A federal judge has ruled that a former Allegheny County Jail corrections officer should pay $7,500 to a former inmate.
A federal judge has ruled that a former Allegheny County Jail corrections officer should pay $7,500 to a former inmate.
Gov. Tom Corbett has nominated William Harner to be Pennsylvania's next education secretary.
Gov. Tom Corbett has nominated William Harner to be Pennsylvania's next education secretary.
Police in central Pennsylvania say a woman lied when she called 911 from inside a car trunk to say she had been abducted by two men.
Police in central Pennsylvania say a woman lied when she called 911 from inside a car trunk to say she had been abducted by two men.
Public transit riders in Philadelphia and its suburbs will be paying more to travel starting this summer.
Public transit riders in Philadelphia and its suburbs will be paying more to travel starting this summer.
A Philadelphia couple who believe in faith healing over medicine and have had two children die of pneumonia can't post bail before a hearing tomorrow. Herbert and Catherine Schaible are charged with third-degree murder...
Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he'll make a decision on whether to allow shale gas fracking in New York before the 2014 election.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he'll make a decision on whether to allow shale gas fracking in New York before the 2014 election.
A group that aired TV ads critical of Gov. Tom Corbett is the impetus for a planned hearing before the House State Government Committee.
A group that aired TV ads critical of Gov. Tom Corbett is the impetus for a planned hearing before the House State Government Committee.
A Philadelphia couple who believe in faith healing over medicine and have had two children die of pneumonia can't post bail before a hearing Friday.
A New Jersey man will spend the rest of his life behind bars for his role in a crime that left a Philadelphia-area musician dead.
A New Jersey man will spend the rest of his life behind bars for his role in a crime that left a Philadelphia-area musician dead.
A divided Pennsylvania appeals court is upholding some charges, but not disorderly conduct, against a woman convicted after shouting a vulgar expression about police amid a procession of vehicles escorting the body...
A divided Pennsylvania appeals court is upholding some charges, but not disorderly conduct, against a woman convicted after shouting a vulgar expression about police amid a procession of vehicles escorting the body of a...
Jurors in eastern Pennsylvania are deliberating the fate of a woman accused of fatally stabbing her fiance on their wedding day.
Jurors in eastern Pennsylvania are deliberating the fate of a woman accused of fatally stabbing her fiance on their wedding day.
Portions of the Pennsylvania Capitol were evacuated as a precaution after an elevator motor burned out.
Portions of the Pennsylvania Capitol were evacuated as a precaution after an elevator motor burned out.
Authorities say a western Pennsylvania man allegedly chained his 11-year-old stepson to the dinner table after he refused to eat the food on his plate.
Authorities say a western Pennsylvania man allegedly chained his 11-year-old stepson to the dinner table after he refused to eat the food on his plate.
Jeanmar Gomes is on the mound for Pittsburgh this afternoon as the Pirates try to sweep Chicago in the matinee finale of a three-game set. Edwin Jackson is pitching for Chicago.
A young black man who claims he was wrongly beaten by three Pittsburgh police officers in January 2010 will have a new trial on two of his three civil rights claims starting Nov. 4.
A young black man who claims he was wrongly beaten by three Pittsburgh police officers in January 2010 will have a new trial on two of his three civil rights claims starting Nov. 4.
Four Penn State students will serve probation for supplying alcohol to a party where a cheerleader was seriously hurt in a fall from a fifth-floor window.
Four Penn State students will serve probation for supplying alcohol to a party where a cheerleader was seriously hurt in a fall from a fifth-floor window.
Police are searching for a man who brought an assault rifle to the Pittsburgh-area business he works at shortly after he was suspended.
Police are searching for a man who brought an assault rifle to the Pittsburgh-area business he works at shortly after he was suspended.
Thirteen paintings by the famous Wyeth family of artists have sold for just over $2 million at a New York City auction.
Thirteen paintings by the famous Wyeth family of artists have sold for just over $2 million at a New York City auction.
The parents of a 2-year-old boy who was fatally mauled after falling into a wild African dogs exhibit last fall have sued the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, claiming officials had ample warning that parents...
The parents of a 2-year-old boy who was fatally mauled after falling into a wild African dogs exhibit last fall have sued the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, claiming officials had ample warning that parents routinely...
The Mississippi River town of Vicksburg is holding several events this week to mark the 150th anniversary of its siege during the Civil War.
The Mississippi River town of Vicksburg is holding several events this week to mark the 150th anniversary of its siege during the Civil War.
Bail has been set at $250,000 each for Philadelphia parents who believe in faith healing over medicine and have had two children die of pneumonia.
Bail has been set at $250,000 each for Philadelphia parents who believe in faith healing over medicine and have had two children die of pneumonia.
The National Park Service has announced a series of summer events at five western Pennsylvania parks.
The National Park Service has announced a series of summer events at five western Pennsylvania parks.
A suspended northwestern Pennsylvania high school teacher has been acquitted on charges that he fondled a then-12-year-old boy during a Christmas visit which the teacher, and several defense witnesses, testified...
A suspended northwestern Pennsylvania high school teacher has been acquitted on charges that he fondled a then-12-year-old boy during a Christmas visit which the teacher, and several defense witnesses, testified never...
Students at a central Pennsylvania elementary school slated to close hope they can hopscotch their way into the Guinness Book of World Records before the school's doors are shut for good.
Students at a central Pennsylvania elementary school slated to close hope they can hopscotch their way into the Guinness Book of World Records before the school's doors are shut for good.
Police and the FBI are investigating whether two high school bomb threats were phoned in to divert authorities from a southwestern Pennsylvania bank robbery that occurred about the same time.
Police and the FBI are investigating whether two high school bomb threats were phoned in to divert authorities from a southwestern Pennsylvania bank robbery that occurred about the same time.
A publisher is planning to release a newly discovered novel by the late Nobel Prize-winning author Pearl S. Buck.
A publisher is planning to release a newly discovered novel by the late Nobel Prize-winning author Pearl S. Buck.
A man on death row in the killing of his girlfriend nine years ago has been charged with assault by prisoner after swinging his cuffed hands at his attorney during a court hearing.
A man on death row in the killing of his girlfriend nine years ago has been charged with assault by prisoner after swinging his cuffed hands at his attorney during a court hearing.
The Pennsylvania State Police have charged a western Pennsylvania judge with stealing cocaine from evidence in cases before him before he abruptly resigned last year.
The Pennsylvania State Police have charged a western Pennsylvania judge with stealing cocaine from evidence in cases before him before he abruptly resigned last year.
The U.S. Conference of Mayors is holding a summit in Philadelphia on technology and innovation.
The U.S. Conference of Mayors is holding a summit in Philadelphia on technology and innovation.
Firefighters responding to an apartment blaze in Allentown have discovered a man's body in a top-floor unit.
Firefighters responding to an apartment blaze in Allentown have discovered a man's body in a top-floor unit.
A Florida man died and his wife was critically injured after their vehicle was struck by a dump truck in New Jersey.
A Florida man died and his wife was critically injured after their vehicle was struck by a dump truck in New Jersey.
A couple face charges after police in York County say they stabbed each other during an argument over which contestant should win 'American Idol.'
A couple face charges after police in York County say they stabbed each other during an argument over which contestant should win 'American Idol.'
Rapper-producer Sean "Diddy" Combs has paid a marketing visit to Pennsylvania's capital city.
Rapper-producer Sean "Diddy" Combs has paid a marketing visit to Pennsylvania's capital city.
Pennsylvania State Police say they still don't know the whereabouts of a suburban Philadelphia college student who disappeared while returning home from the University of Rhode Island.
Pennsylvania State Police say they still don't know the whereabouts of a suburban Philadelphia college student who disappeared while returning home from the University of Rhode Island.
For bicyclist Rudi Saldia, you could say a cat is his co-pilot.
For bicyclist Rudi Saldia, you could say a cat is his co-pilot.
Police say officers shot and killed two armed suspects in Philadelphia after pursuits in different parts of the city.
Police say officers shot and killed two armed suspects in Philadelphia after pursuits in different parts of the city.
Officials in the eastern Pennsylvania city of Easton have told Occupy protesters to leave by noon Thursday or be cited for trespassing.
Officials in the eastern Pennsylvania city of Easton have told Occupy protesters to leave by noon Thursday or be cited for trespassing.
The transit agency serving southeastern Pennsylvania says crew shortages prompted cancellation of eight trains last weekend, and the problem is chronic and may worsen.
The transit agency serving southeastern Pennsylvania says crew shortages prompted cancellation of eight trains last weekend, and the problem is chronic and may worsen.
Former Penn State president Graham Spanier is asking a county judge to throw out criminal charges accusing him of helping to cover up abuse allegations against former assistant coach Jerry Sandusky.
Former Penn State president Graham Spanier is asking a county judge to throw out criminal charges accusing him of helping to cover up abuse allegations against former assistant coach Jerry Sandusky.
Dozens of employees of the Pennsylvania auditor general's office are in line to be laid off because of budget cuts.
Dozens of employees of the Pennsylvania auditor general's office are in line to be laid off because of budget cuts.
Gov. Tom Corbett's office says his comments about a lack of Latinos on his staff were taken out of context to discredit him.
Gov. Tom Corbett's office says his comments about a lack of Latinos on his staff were taken out of context to discredit him.
Women's-rights attorney Gloria Allred says federal complaints have been filed against four U.S. colleges over how the colleges handle rape allegations.
Women's-rights attorney Gloria Allred says federal complaints have been filed against four U.S. colleges over how the colleges handle rape allegations.
The newly christened Rocky Gap Casino Resort is opening its doors to the public in western Maryland.
The newly christened Rocky Gap Casino Resort is opening its doors to the public in western Maryland.
Philadelphia Police are releasing video from a shooting at a men's club earlier this month and asking the public for any information about two suspects.
Philadelphia Police are releasing video from a shooting at a men's club earlier this month and asking the public for any information about two suspects.
A Philadelphia police officer has been arrested and charged in federal court with working with another person to set up and rob suspected drug dealers.
A Philadelphia police officer has been arrested and charged in federal court with working with another person to set up and rob suspected drug dealers.
Gov. Tom Corbett says American Eagle Outfitters Inc. is planning a $160 million-plus distribution center near Hazleton that is projected to generate nearly 400 jobs.
Gov. Tom Corbett says American Eagle Outfitters Inc. is planning a $160 million-plus distribution center near Hazleton that is projected to generate nearly 400 jobs.
In an effort to slow the pace of climate change, students at more than 200 colleges are asking their schools to stop investing in fossil fuel companies.
In an effort to slow the pace of climate change, students at more than 200 colleges are asking their schools to stop investing in fossil fuel companies.
Philadelphia prosecutors plan a news conference about a faith-healing couple who lost a second ill child while on probation in their toddler's 2009 pneumonia death.
Philadelphia prosecutors plan a news conference about a faith-healing couple who lost a second ill child while on probation in their toddler's 2009 pneumonia death.
Brokenhearted skateboarders who have long been denied access to Philadelphia's internationally renowned Love Park may have a new object of affection. It's called Paine's Park.
Brokenhearted skateboarders who have long been denied access to Philadelphia's internationally renowned Love Park may have a new object of affection. It's called Paine's Park.
Superior Court Judge Dem - Primary 9,157 of 9,229 precincts - 99 percent
Superior Court Judge Dem - Primary 9,157 of 9,229 precincts - 99 percent
Pennsylvania's debt-laden capital city will have a new mayor next year, but that could mean little for Harrisburg's most pressing financial problems.
Pennsylvania's debt-laden capital city will have a new mayor next year, but that could mean little for Harrisburg's most pressing financial problems.
The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center is cutting costs by laying off more than 100 transcriptionists, all of whom are being offered jobs by a Massachusetts company which has worked with the hospital network to...
The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center is cutting costs by laying off more than 100 transcriptionists, all of whom are being offered jobs by a Massachusetts company which has worked with the hospital network to develop...
The Pennsylvania Game Commission and The Humane Society of the United States are offering more than $5,000 for information on whoever fatally shot a bald eagle in western Pennsylvania earlier this month.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission and The Humane Society of the United States are offering more than $5,000 for information on whoever fatally shot a bald eagle in western Pennsylvania earlier this month.
Transit officials say a commuter train has struck and killed a man on the tracks outside Philadelphia.
Transit officials say a commuter train has struck and killed a man on the tracks outside Philadelphia.
Former Congresswoman Kathy Dahlkemper has resurrected her political career by winning the Democratic nomination for Erie County executive.
Former Congresswoman Kathy Dahlkemper has resurrected her political career by winning the Democratic nomination for Erie County executive.
Philadelphia police are interviewing witnesses and reviewing surveillance video after a teenager was gunned down outside a water ice shop.
Philadelphia police are interviewing witnesses and reviewing surveillance video after a teenager was gunned down outside a water ice shop.
Pittsburgh police have charged a jitney driver with raping a female passenger and say his pants were still loose from the alleged attack and fell down when they stopped him and made him get out of the vehicle.
Pittsburgh police have charged a jitney driver with raping a female passenger and say his pants were still loose from the alleged attack and fell down when they stopped him and made him get out of the vehicle.
Police say a southwestern Pennsylvania man who didn't succeed in robbing a liquor store in 2004 should have thought twice about trying again to rob the same store earlier this month.
Police say a southwestern Pennsylvania man who didn't succeed in robbing a liquor store in 2004 should have thought twice about trying again to rob the same store earlier this month.
The Allegheny County medical examiner's office has been working to identify a 19-month-old boy fatally shot during a backyard picnic in Pittsburgh, along with two young women who were wounded.
The Allegheny County medical examiner's office has been working to identify a 19-month-old boy fatally shot during a backyard picnic in Pittsburgh, along with two young women who were wounded.
Authorities have identified the five men killed when their Pennsylvania-bound van veered off a southern Illinois freeway.
Authorities have identified the five men killed when their Pennsylvania-bound van veered off a southern Illinois freeway.
A competitive martial artist is suing a Philadelphia sex shop and the makers of a gel he says burned and scarred his genitals.
A competitive martial artist is suing a Philadelphia sex shop and the makers of a gel he says burned and scarred his genitals.
Police in Lancaster say two men brought in for questioning in the abduction of a woman who called 911 from the trunk of her car have been released.
Police in Lancaster say two men brought in for questioning in the abduction of a woman who called 911 from the trunk of her car have been released.
A lawyer for the family of a 5-year-old girl abducted from her Philadelphia elementary school says the family is planning to sue the district.
A lawyer for the family of a 5-year-old girl abducted from her Philadelphia elementary school says the family is planning to sue the district.
Two sisters say they were kicked out of a suburban Philadelphia mall after refusing to remove profanity-laden hats expressing their hatred of breast cancer.
Two sisters say they were kicked out of a suburban Philadelphia mall after refusing to remove profanity-laden hats expressing their hatred of breast cancer.
With eight in 10 farmers making less than $10,000 a year, West Virginia will never rival big Midwestern factory farms in producing food.
With eight in 10 farmers making less than $10,000 a year, West Virginia will never rival big Midwestern factory farms in producing food.
Lawyers for former state Rep. Bill DeWeese are due in court to make oral arguments on his appeal.
Lawyers for former state Rep. Bill DeWeese are due in court to make oral arguments on his appeal.
Democrats have nominated new mayors in Pittsburgh, Scranton and Harrisburg in the Pennsylvania primary election.
Democrats have nominated new mayors in Pittsburgh, Scranton and Harrisburg in the Pennsylvania primary election.
One of the 12 surviving copies of the Bill of Rights is coming to the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia.
One of the 12 surviving copies of the Bill of Rights is coming to the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia.
Authorities say a man being sought in the slaying of a college student in northeastern Pennsylvania has been taken into custody in New York state.
Authorities say a man being sought in the slaying of a college student in northeastern Pennsylvania has been taken into custody in New York state.
Allegheny County Judge Jack McVay has beaten Philadelphia Municipal Court Judge Joseph Waters Jr. for the Democratic nomination for a vacant seat on the state Superior Court.
Allegheny County Judge Jack McVay has beaten Philadelphia Municipal Court Judge Joseph Waters Jr. for the Democratic nomination for a vacant seat on the state Superior Court.
Democratic voters in financially troubled Harrisburg have denied Mayor Linda Thompson a second term, choosing bookstore owner Eric Papenfuse to help the financially-strapped capital city.
Democratic voters in financially troubled Harrisburg have denied Mayor Linda Thompson a second term, choosing bookstore owner Eric Papenfuse to help the financially-strapped capital city.
Controller Philadelphia Dem - Primary 1,608 of 1,687 precincts - 95 percent
Controller Philadelphia Dem - Primary 1,608 of 1,687 precincts - 95 percent
Mayor Pittsburgh Dem - Primary 399 of 402 precincts - 99 percent
Mayor Pittsburgh Dem - Primary 399 of 402 precincts - 99 percent
Republican Garett Lewis and Democrat Bill Courtright have won their respective party primaries to face each other in the general election in November.
Republican Garett Lewis and Democrat Bill Courtright have won their respective party primaries to face each other in the general election in November.
A Virginia man convicted in the murder of a rival in the gay porn business in northeastern Pennsylvania is seeking a new trial, arguing that his co-defendant committed the murder.
A Virginia man convicted in the murder of a rival in the gay porn business in northeastern Pennsylvania is seeking a new trial, arguing that his co-defendant committed the murder.
Longtime City Councilman William Peduto has won the Democratic nomination for mayor, defeating former state auditor general Jack Wagner and state Rep. Jake Wheatley.
Longtime City Councilman William Peduto has won the Democratic nomination for mayor, defeating former state auditor general Jack Wagner and state Rep. Jake Wheatley.
Democrat Dan Miller has won election to Pennsylvania's 42nd District seat, replacing former Rep. Matt Smith who was elected to state Senate.
Democrat Dan Miller has won election to Pennsylvania's 42nd District seat, replacing former Rep. Matt Smith who was elected to state Senate.
District 42 45 of 66 precincts - 68 percent
District 42 45 of 66 precincts - 68 percent
An eastern Pennsylvania woman is on trial on a criminal homicide charge in the slaying of her husband-to-be just hours before their scheduled wedding.
An eastern Pennsylvania woman is on trial on a criminal homicide charge in the slaying of her husband-to-be just hours before their scheduled wedding.
Philadelphia City Controller Alan Butkovitz has faced down two challengers for the Democratic nomination in his campaign for a third term as the city's fiscal watchdog.
Philadelphia City Controller Alan Butkovitz has faced down two challengers for the Democratic nomination in his campaign for a third term as the city's fiscal watchdog.
Authorities in western Pennsylvania say a 1-year-old boy has been killed and two women injured in a shooting.
Authorities in western Pennsylvania say a 1-year-old boy has been killed and two women injured in a shooting.
By The Associated Press
By The Associated Press
Federal authorities say a suspect wanted in the shooting death of a man pulled of a western Pennsylvania party bus has been taken into custody.
Federal authorities say a suspect wanted in the shooting death of a man pulled of a western Pennsylvania party bus has been taken into custody.
By The Associated Press CORBETT'S HIGHWAY FUNDING PACKAGE DESERVES STRONG LOOK
By The Associated Press CORBETT'S HIGHWAY FUNDING PACKAGE DESERVES STRONG LOOK
Police in suburban Philadelphia say a suspect is in custody in a homicide case, but they haven't released any other information.
Police in suburban Philadelphia say a suspect is in custody in a homicide case, but they haven't released any other information.
The latest bill from Penn State shows the costs for legal fees, consultants and other services connected to the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal topping $44.4 million.
The latest bill from Penn State shows the costs for legal fees, consultants and other services connected to the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal topping $44.4 million.
Officials say the four children killed in a Mother's Day fire in eastern Pennsylvania died of smoke inhalation.
Officials say the four children killed in a Mother's Day fire in eastern Pennsylvania died of smoke inhalation.
Three people are facing criminal charges after police say they were discovered to be living in a mobile home with an infant, two other people and more than 80 animals.
Three people are facing criminal charges after police say they were discovered to be living in a mobile home with an infant, two other people and more than 80 animals.
Life on the run for the Internet sensation known as Kai the hatchet-wielding hitchhiker ended when he asked for a cup of coffee. Authorities are crediting an employee at a Starbucks in Philadelphia with recognizing...
About 15 people holding signs and "Don't Tread on Me" flags gathered outside of one of Philadelphia's Internal Revenue Service offices to protest what they say is unfair treatment of conservative groups....
A picture taken by famed Civil War photographer Matthew Brady depicting three Confederate soldiers captured at the Battle of Gettysburg is part of the U.S. Postal Service's commemoration of the 150th anniversary...
A picture taken by famed Civil War photographer Matthew Brady depicting three Confederate soldiers captured at the Battle of Gettysburg is part of the U.S. Postal Service's commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the...
Superior Court Judge Dem - Primary 0 of 9,229 precincts - 0 percent
Superior Court Judge Dem - Primary 0 of 9,229 precincts - 0 percent
District 42 0 of 66 precincts - 0 percent
District 42 0 of 66 precincts - 0 percent
Superior Court Judge Dem - Primary 0 of 9,229 precincts - 0 percent
Superior Court Judge Dem - Primary 0 of 9,229 precincts - 0 percent
Gov. Tom Corbett is asking state education officials to clarify that a set of proposed academic achievement standards for Pennsylvania public school students are not uniform national standards.
Gov. Tom Corbett is asking state education officials to clarify that a set of proposed academic achievement standards for Pennsylvania public school students are not uniform national standards.
The longtime leader of La Salle University in Philadelphia will be leaving the institution.
The longtime leader of La Salle University in Philadelphia will be leaving the institution.
About 15 people holding signs and "Don't Tread on Me" flags gathered outside of one of Philadelphia's Internal Revenue Service offices to protest what they say is unfair treatment of conservative groups.
About 15 people holding signs and "Don't Tread on Me" flags gathered outside of one of Philadelphia's Internal Revenue Service offices to protest what they say is unfair treatment of conservative groups.
A former municipal employee and her husband, a former police officer, have been charged with embezzling more than $850,000 from an eastern Pennsylvania township.
A former municipal employee and her husband, a former police officer, have been charged with embezzling more than $850,000 from an eastern Pennsylvania township.
A coroner says none of five men killed when their van repeatedly overturned on a southern Illinois freeway was carrying identification, slowing efforts to notify their survivors.
A coroner says none of five men killed when their van repeatedly overturned on a southern Illinois freeway was carrying identification, slowing efforts to notify their survivors.
Police in Lancaster County are searching for two suspects after a woman called 911 from the trunk of a car to report that she had been abducted by strangers.
Police in Lancaster County are searching for two suspects after a woman called 911 from the trunk of a car to report that she had been abducted by strangers.
A central Pennsylvania man is in jail, facing charges he stole two packages of adult diapers and shoe inserts from a Carlisle pharmacy.
A central Pennsylvania man is in jail, facing charges he stole two packages of adult diapers and shoe inserts from a Carlisle pharmacy.
Officials say more than two dozen school students have escaped injury when their bus driver crashed after suffering a medical emergency in central Pennsylvania.
Officials say more than two dozen school students have escaped injury when their bus driver crashed after suffering a medical emergency in central Pennsylvania.
Visitors to the Jersey shore this weekend will find many of their favorite beaches and boardwalks ready for summer, thanks to a massive rebuilding effort after Superstorm Sandy.
Visitors to the Jersey shore this weekend will find many of their favorite beaches and boardwalks ready for summer, thanks to a massive rebuilding effort after Superstorm Sandy.
A northwestern Pennsylvania hospital says it expects to offer $49 million in free care by the time the 2013 fiscal year ends, which has prompted a hiring freeze.
A northwestern Pennsylvania hospital says it expects to offer $49 million in free care by the time the 2013 fiscal year ends, which has prompted a hiring freeze.
The Hershey Company says it's launching a new chocolate bar in three Chinese cities next month, followed by a wider distribution next year.
The Hershey Company says it's launching a new chocolate bar in three Chinese cities next month, followed by a wider distribution next year.
A disbarred western Pennsylvania attorney already serving seven to 14 months in jail for swindling clients is now accused of spending more than $1,100 earmarked for restitution in a criminal case.
A disbarred western Pennsylvania attorney already serving seven to 14 months in jail for swindling clients is now accused of spending more than $1,100 earmarked for restitution in a criminal case.
Authorities had at least one person in custody after a Pittsburgh-area bank was robbed at knifepoint twice in less than a week.
Authorities had at least one person in custody after a Pittsburgh-area bank was robbed at knifepoint twice in less than a week.
A northeastern Pennsylvania man has been sentenced after authorities say he helped power-wash a vehicle his friend was driving when he was involved in a double-fatal crash.
A northeastern Pennsylvania man has been sentenced after authorities say he helped power-wash a vehicle his friend was driving when he was involved in a double-fatal crash.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is trying to determine who fatally shot a bald eagle in western Pennsylvania earlier this month.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is trying to determine who fatally shot a bald eagle in western Pennsylvania earlier this month.
A drug kingpin convicted in the deaths of a dozen people will fight to avoid death row in a federal court hearing in Philadelphia.
A drug kingpin convicted in the deaths of a dozen people will fight to avoid death row in a federal court hearing in Philadelphia.
An Ohio man had to be rescued after he fell 15 to 20 feet while taking photographs near Kildoo Falls in McConnells Mill State Park.
An Ohio man had to be rescued after he fell 15 to 20 feet while taking photographs near Kildoo Falls in McConnells Mill State Park.
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has approved charges that non-resort guests must pay to gamble at soon-to-open casino at a southwestern Pennsylvania resort.
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has approved charges that non-resort guests must pay to gamble at soon-to-open casino at a southwestern Pennsylvania resort.
A district attorney has added a charge of criminal homicide against a western Pennsylvania stepfather already charged with physically abusing the boy.
A district attorney has added a charge of criminal homicide against a western Pennsylvania stepfather already charged with physically abusing the boy.
A western Pennsylvania woman is due to be arraigned by a federal magistrate on charges she stole more than $100,000 from the tiny, church-affiliated credit union she used to manage.
A western Pennsylvania woman is due to be arraigned by a federal magistrate on charges she stole more than $100,000 from the tiny, church-affiliated credit union she used to manage.
Attorneys for former Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice Joan Orie Melvin have filed notice that they intend to appeal her campaign corruption conviction and sentence to state Superior Court.
Attorneys for former Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice Joan Orie Melvin have filed notice that they intend to appeal her campaign corruption conviction and sentence to state Superior Court.
William Penn has some new company atop the tower of Philadelphia's City Hall.
William Penn has some new company atop the tower of Philadelphia's City Hall.
A military burial is scheduled Saturday in eastern Pennsylvania for a World War II soldier whose remains were recovered after more than 65 years.
A military burial is scheduled Saturday in eastern Pennsylvania for a World War II soldier whose remains were recovered after more than 65 years.
Former heavyweight boxing champion Larry Holmes has won a legal round in a towing dispute at his eastern Pennsylvania restaurant.
Former heavyweight boxing champion Larry Holmes has won a legal round in a towing dispute at his eastern Pennsylvania restaurant.
Police say two suburban Philadelphia teenagers were arrested following an altercation after one of them tried to re-enter their high school prom.
Police say two suburban Philadelphia teenagers were arrested following an altercation after one of them tried to re-enter their high school prom.
Police in central Pennsylvania say a woman lost control of her sport-utility vehicle, drove along a sidewalk and crashed after her small dog got tangled up in the steering wheel.
Police in central Pennsylvania say a woman lost control of her sport-utility vehicle, drove along a sidewalk and crashed after her small dog got tangled up in the steering wheel.
Police in a Philadelphia suburb say a man was under the influence when he crashed his vehicle into borough hall.
Police in a Philadelphia suburb say a man was under the influence when he crashed his vehicle into borough hall.
It's primary day in Pennsylvania and a slew of nomination battles for municipal and judicial offices will soon be settled.
It's primary day in Pennsylvania and a slew of nomination battles for municipal and judicial offices will soon be settled.
A man said by prosecutors to have been the "mastermind" of the slaying of a musician in his Philadelphia-area home three days after Christmas in 2011 has been convicted of second-degree murder.
A man said by prosecutors to have been the "mastermind" of the slaying of a musician in his Philadelphia-area home three days after Christmas in 2011 has been convicted of second-degree murder.
A central Pennsylvania coroner has released the name of a man killed in a wrong-way crash in central Pennsylvania over the weekend that left two other people in critical condition.
A central Pennsylvania coroner has released the name of a man killed in a wrong-way crash in central Pennsylvania over the weekend that left two other people in critical condition.
A northwestern Pennsylvania man has been sentenced to 14 months to four years in prison in last year's death of a 5-month-old child.
A northwestern Pennsylvania man has been sentenced to 14 months to four years in prison in last year's death of a 5-month-old child.
Another natural gas exploration company says it's experimenting with the gas to power huge pump engines that drive the hydraulic fracturing process.
Another natural gas exploration company says it's experimenting with the gas to power huge pump engines that drive the hydraulic fracturing process.
Authorities have charged three men in the slaying of a teenager found shot in the back on the side of a road shortly after he was abducted from his Philadelphia-area home following what investigators say was a home...
Authorities have charged three men in the slaying of a teenager found shot in the back on the side of a road shortly after he was abducted from his Philadelphia-area home following what investigators say was a home invasion...
A mayoral candidate in Harrisburg is facing charges stemming from allegations that he spray painted the campaign signs of one of his competitors for the Democratic nomination.
A mayoral candidate in Harrisburg is facing charges stemming from allegations that he spray painted the campaign signs of one of his competitors for the Democratic nomination.
The parents of a University of Rhode Island student who disappeared while driving home to Pennsylvania are pleading for information that will lead to his return.
The parents of a University of Rhode Island student who disappeared while driving home to Pennsylvania are pleading for information that will lead to his return.
An elementary school and a vocational school in north-central Pennsylvania were on temporary lockdown as police responded to an off-campus incident.
An elementary school and a vocational school in north-central Pennsylvania were on temporary lockdown as police responded to an off-campus incident.
U.S. Senator Bob Casey wants federal regulators to investigate a fiery tanker crash that caused serious damage at the interchange of Interstate 81 and U.S. Routes 22/322 near Harrisburg.
U.S. Senator Bob Casey wants federal regulators to investigate a fiery tanker crash that caused serious damage at the interchange of Interstate 81 and U.S. Routes 22/322 near Harrisburg.
Andrew Place once planted 5,500 trees on his 210-acre Greene County farm, adding native hardwoods to expand the habitat of a rare salamander.
Andrew Place once planted 5,500 trees on his 210-acre Greene County farm, adding native hardwoods to expand the habitat of a rare salamander.
A housekeeper has been sentenced to six years in federal prison in the theft of a Benjamin Franklin bust stolen in suburban Philadelphia and reportedly worth $3 million.
A housekeeper has been sentenced to six years in federal prison in the theft of a Benjamin Franklin bust stolen in suburban Philadelphia and reportedly worth $3 million.
A western Pennsylvania Catholic priest who was removed from public ministry in 2009 after an allegation of past child sex abuse deemed "credible" by his bishop has now been indicted by a federal grand jury on a...
A western Pennsylvania Catholic priest who was removed from public ministry in 2009 after an allegation of past child sex abuse deemed "credible" by his bishop has now been indicted by a federal grand jury on a charge of...
Lawyers for Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett and the NCAA are expected in a Harrisburg federal courtroom to argue whether a judge should dismiss the antitrust lawsuit that Corbett filed over the NCAA's Penn State...
Lawyers for Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett and the NCAA are expected in a Harrisburg federal courtroom to argue whether a judge should dismiss the antitrust lawsuit that Corbett filed over the NCAA's Penn State penalties.
Candidates for elected posts including a seat on a state appellate court and mayor's offices in several cities are making their final pitches on the last full day before the Pennsylvania primary.
Candidates for elected posts including a seat on a state appellate court and mayor's offices in several cities are making their final pitches on the last full day before the Pennsylvania primary.
A campaign by Pennsylvania's chief justice for another 10-year term on the high court is drawing criticism by two men who were active in the successful effort to repeal the 2005 government pay-raise law.
A campaign by Pennsylvania's chief justice for another 10-year term on the high court is drawing criticism by two men who were active in the successful effort to repeal the 2005 government pay-raise law.
A former Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare caseworker will spend five to 10 years in state police for firing 17 shots at state troopers who surrounded his house after he allegedly refused to come out when...
A former Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare caseworker will spend five to 10 years in state police for firing 17 shots at state troopers who surrounded his house after he allegedly refused to come out when they...
A southwestern Pennsylvania duo has been jailed on charges they sold the heroin that led to the overdose death of a 55-year-old man.
A southwestern Pennsylvania duo has been jailed on charges they sold the heroin that led to the overdose death of a 55-year-old man.
A western Pennsylvania woman has been charged with text-messaging while driving in connection with a crash earlier this month that killed a former volunteer fire chief.
A western Pennsylvania woman has been charged with text-messaging while driving in connection with a crash earlier this month that killed a former volunteer fire chief.
Police say a western Pennsylvania man charged with his fourth drunken driving offense was fleeing police when he smashed into a police cruiser belong to a township where another officer was killed in a similar crash...
Police say a western Pennsylvania man charged with his fourth drunken driving offense was fleeing police when he smashed into a police cruiser belong to a township where another officer was killed in a similar crash earlier...
Police say a drunk man narrowly escaped injury when his car was hit by a freight train after his vehicle inexplicably stopped on some railroad tracks near Pittsburgh.
Police say a drunk man narrowly escaped injury when his car was hit by a freight train after his vehicle inexplicably stopped on some railroad tracks near Pittsburgh.
Grief counselors and local ministers were at a western Pennsylvania high school after a popular student was killed while drag racing an all-terrain vehicle at a nearby dirt track.
Grief counselors and local ministers were at a western Pennsylvania high school after a popular student was killed while drag racing an all-terrain vehicle at a nearby dirt track.
An Illinois man is jailed on charges that he threatened to kill his ex-wife and stole her car as she was driving him to Pittsburgh International Airport after visiting their son.
An Illinois man is jailed on charges that he threatened to kill his ex-wife and stole her car as she was driving him to Pittsburgh International Airport after visiting their son.
A central Pennsylvania teenager has been cited for disorderly conduct after authorities say he swore at school officials who wouldn't let him into his school prom, from which he'd been banned for failing to...
A central Pennsylvania teenager has been cited for disorderly conduct after authorities say he swore at school officials who wouldn't let him into his school prom, from which he'd been banned for failing to serve...
A district attorney says he plans to upgrade charges against a western Pennsylvania stepfather now that a beaten toddler has died.
A district attorney says he plans to upgrade charges against a western Pennsylvania stepfather now that a beaten toddler has died.
By The Associated Press Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and stories that will be talked about in Pennsylvania on Monday.
By The Associated Press Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and stories that will be talked about in Pennsylvania on Monday.
A country club that fell on hard times has become one of New Jersey's most desirable properties.
A country club that fell on hard times has become one of New Jersey's most desirable properties.
Former Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Jamie Moyer wants to see Immaculate College graduates persevere in their lives and remember to give back to others.
Former Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Jamie Moyer wants to see Immaculate College graduates persevere in their lives and remember to give back to others.
Police say three people are facing charges after firefighters responded to an explosion at a suspected methamphetamine lab in northeastern Pennsylvania.
Police say three people are facing charges after firefighters responded to an explosion at a suspected methamphetamine lab in northeastern Pennsylvania.
Authorities say a taxi driver was killed and four firefighters were hurt when the cab crashed into a fire police van in northeastern Pennsylvania.
Authorities say a taxi driver was killed and four firefighters were hurt when the cab crashed into a fire police van in northeastern Pennsylvania.
Police and wildlife officers are trying to track down a black bear that's been spotted wandering around several residential areas in suburban Philadelphia for days.
Police and wildlife officers are trying to track down a black bear that's been spotted wandering around several residential areas in suburban Philadelphia for days.
Philadelphia police are seeking for six suspects who beat and robbed a disabled war veteran during a home invasion.
Philadelphia police are seeking for six suspects who beat and robbed a disabled war veteran during a home invasion.
An aircraft maintenance school in Hagerstown is celebrating an expansion.
An aircraft maintenance school in Hagerstown is celebrating an expansion.
The charitable arm of the New York Bar Association is making a $300,000 grant to fund a program that helps disabled veterans start businesses and another that supports research in technology, innovation and...
The charitable arm of the New York Bar Association is making a $300,000 grant to fund a program that helps disabled veterans start businesses and another that supports research in technology, innovation and competition law.
Editor David C. Miller of The (Bowling Green) Sentinel-Tribune newspaper in Ohio died Saturday at a hospital in York, Pa., the paper said in a statement. He was 66.
Editor David C. Miller of The (Bowling Green) Sentinel-Tribune newspaper in Ohio died Saturday at a hospital in York, Pa., the paper said in a statement. He was 66.
An eastern Pennsylvania newspaper has obtained state records showing that oil and gas development damaged the water supplies of at least 161 Pennsylvania homes, farms, churches and businesses between 2008 and the...
An eastern Pennsylvania newspaper has obtained state records showing that oil and gas development damaged the water supplies of at least 161 Pennsylvania homes, farms, churches and businesses between 2008 and the fall of...
Most of the action in Tuesday's Pennsylvania primary will be in Democrat-controlled cities.
Most of the action in Tuesday's Pennsylvania primary will be in Democrat-controlled cities.
Jurors return to federal court in Philadelphia on Tuesday to hear arguments and evidence on whether a drug dealer convicted in the slayings of a dozen people should be sentenced to death or to life in prison...
Jurors return to federal court in Philadelphia on Tuesday to hear arguments and evidence on whether a drug dealer convicted in the slayings of a dozen people should be sentenced to death or to life in prison without...
The planned opening of Maryland's fourth casino this week is bringing changes to Rocky Gap State Park near Cumberland.
The planned opening of Maryland's fourth casino this week is bringing changes to Rocky Gap State Park near Cumberland.
This year's Philadelphia Flower Show ended with a loss of about $1.2 million, and an official blames fears of a winter snowstorm that he says were whipped up by television and radio reports.
This year's Philadelphia Flower Show ended with a loss of about $1.2 million, and an official blames fears of a winter snowstorm that he says were whipped up by television and radio reports.
Authorities in western Pennsylvania have charged two men in a shooting death that investigators say occurred during an attempted heroin transaction.
Authorities in western Pennsylvania have charged two men in a shooting death that investigators say occurred during an attempted heroin transaction.
Police in western Pennsylvania are investigating the shooting death of a man in the east end of Uniontown.
Police in western Pennsylvania are investigating the shooting death of a man in the east end of Uniontown.
A new federal report says inmates at jails in Indianapolis, Baltimore, St. Louis and Philadelphia face the nation's highest levels of sexual abuse at the hands of guards.
A new federal report says inmates at jails in Indianapolis, Baltimore, St. Louis and Philadelphia face the nation's highest levels of sexual abuse at the hands of guards.
Gov. Tom Corbett got a cool reception when he addressed a central Pennsylvania university's graduating class.
Gov. Tom Corbett got a cool reception when he addressed a central Pennsylvania university's graduating class.
A move to toughen academic achievement standards and tie them to graduation tests for public school students is facing a groundswell of criticism.
A move to toughen academic achievement standards and tie them to graduation tests for public school students is facing a groundswell of criticism.
A former Philadelphia police officer once hailed as a hero and given a seat next to the first lady at a speech by President Obama has been arrested and charged with rape and other crimes.
A former Philadelphia police officer once hailed as a hero and given a seat next to the first lady at a speech by President Obama has been arrested and charged with rape and other crimes.
A man called one of the commonwealth's 10-most-wanted fugitives has been sentenced to 10 to 20 years in prison in the stabbing death of a man during a game of dominoes nearly two decades ago in eastern...
A man called one of the commonwealth's 10-most-wanted fugitives has been sentenced to 10 to 20 years in prison in the stabbing death of a man during a game of dominoes nearly two decades ago in eastern Pennsylvania.
Authorities say a 6-year-old boy died after he was kicked in the throat by a pony on a central Pennsylvania farm.
Authorities say a 6-year-old boy died after he was kicked in the throat by a pony on a central Pennsylvania farm.
Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl's decision not to seek re-election is making the primary even more important for a city that continues to re-invent itself as a post-industrial 21st century success story.
Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl's decision not to seek re-election is making the primary even more important for a city that continues to re-invent itself as a post-industrial 21st century success story.
State police say a western Pennsylvania man injured in a shooting stemming from a domestic dispute has died of his injuries.
State police say a western Pennsylvania man injured in a shooting stemming from a domestic dispute has died of his injuries.
A defense attorney says a central Pennsylvania man charged with homicide in the 1999 death of his daughter-in-law says the woman's death was accidental.
A defense attorney says a central Pennsylvania man charged with homicide in the 1999 death of his daughter-in-law says the woman's death was accidental.
An airline official says a US Airways flight with 34 people aboard was forced to make a belly landing at Newark International Airport after experiencing landing gear trouble. No injuries were reported.
An airline official says a US Airways flight with 34 people aboard was forced to make a belly landing at Newark International Airport after experiencing landing gear trouble. No injuries were reported.
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