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Pa. lawmakers eye limits, outright ban on Flock cameras as they prepare for fall return

by Stephen Caruso of Spotlight PA

Gov. Josh Shapiro is working with lawmakers “on what piece of legislation could make it to” his desk that protects people’s privacy.

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Stacy Garrity speaks during an April, 2026 event on unclaimed property at Treasury's vault.

Stacy Garrity is ambitious, Trump-endorsed, and experienced. Is that enough to beat Josh Shapiro?

by Katie Meyer and Jaxon White of Spotlight PA

A two-term treasurer, Garrity is running for Pennsylvania governor with much less money and name recognition than Shapiro.

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks at a June 2023 news conference after the reopening of part of I-95.

Josh Shapiro built national fame on getting things done, but his full record is complex

by Stephen Caruso and Angela Couloumbis of Spotlight PA

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An ad for the prediction market app Kalshi is displayed on a mobile phone Thursday, April 16, 2026.

Pa. election results, Shapiro’s speeches, and state laws are all prediction market bets. Could this lead to corruption?

by Jaxon White of Spotlight PA

Federal officials argue states can’t regulate prediction markets. 44 state attorneys general, including Pa.’s, argue otherwise.

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Dozens of former Pa. lawmakers are now registered to lobby their old workplace

by Stephen Caruso and Jaxon White of Spotlight PA

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Big Spring, tiny shops, historic charm: How to spend a day in Bellefonte

by Marley Parish of Spotlight PA State College

Translated as “beautiful fountain” in French, Bellefonte boasts distinct architecture, quaint shops, and pleasant views. PA Local offers a guide to spending a day there.

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Pennsylvania American needs more time to negotiate a deal with troubled rural water system

by Marley Parish of Spotlight PA State College

If the investor-owned utility and Rock Spring can’t reach an agreement, Pennsylvania American may seek ownership through eminent domain.

Former Penn State University assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky arrives at the Centre County Courthouse, Friday, Nov. 22, 2019, in Bellefonte, PA.

Jerry Sandusky appears remotely in court as lawyers prepare a federal court bid to seek a new trial

by Associated Press

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No covers, loose handle, and other Berks County restaurant inspections for Aug. 31-Sept. 6

by Spotlight PA Staff

Pennsylvania inspected 19 retail food establishments in Berks County between Aug. 31 and Sept. 6. Twelve had violations. See what inspectors found.

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Swollen canned items, hot soup in walk-in cooler, and other Berks County restaurant inspections for Aug. 24-30

by Spotlight PA Staff

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