Delaware Mom, NJ Fugitive From Justice Arrested After PA Domestic Incident Delaware Mom, NJ Fugitive From Justice Arrested After PA Domestic Incident
Delaware Mom, NJ Fugitive From Justice Arrested After PA Domestic Incident A lovers' spat led police in Pennsylvania to a Delaware mom wanted as a fugitive from justice in New Jersey, authorities said Wednesday, Nov. 27. Officers took Tiffany Casapulla, 31, of New Castle, DE, into custody after responding to a domestic incident on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024, at approximately 5:18 p.m. on the 1100 block of Sterling Avenue in Linwood, PA, Lower Chichester police said. During their response, officers discovered Casapulla had outstanding arrest warrants from New Jersey. On Monday, Nov. 18, at approximately 6:25 p.m., Lower Chichester’s warrant division served an additiona…
Recall Involving Bagged Carrots Expanded: See List Of Supermarkets, Products Recall Involving Bagged Carrots Expanded: See List Of Supermarkets, Products
Recall Involving Bagged Carrots Expanded: See List Of Supermarkets, Products An E. coli outbreak linked to bagged organic carrots has prompted an expanded recall as the number of cases grows. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 39 people across 18 states have been sickened.  Click here for a new, updated story - Here's What To Know Now About Food Illness Outbreaks, Recalls Ahead Of Thanksgiving The outbreak has resulted in 15 hospitalizations and one death. The recall initially began earlier this month when reports of illnesses linked to Grimmway Farms’ bagged carrots surfaced. The recall now covers multiple brands of orga…
Pennsylvania Secretary Of Education Resigns, Interim Replacement Named Pennsylvania Secretary Of Education Resigns, Interim Replacement Named
Pennsylvania Secretary Of Education Resigns, Interim Replacement Named Pennsylvania Secretary of Education Khalid N. Mumin has resigned from his position, state officials announced on Wednesday, Nov. 22. The resignation follows his service during a pivotal period of restructuring in the state’s education system. Peter Schweyer, Pennsylvania House Education Committee Majority Chairman, praised Mumin’s contributions, particularly during recent changes to the state’s basic education funding system. “Since becoming the Chair of the House Education Committee, Dr. Mumin and I have enjoyed a positive working relationship with the common goal to support and enrich Pe…
Bob Casey Concedes Race For Pennsylvania US Senate Seat To Dave McCormick Bob Casey Concedes Race For Pennsylvania US Senate Seat To Dave McCormick
Bob Casey Concedes Race For Pennsylvania US Senate Seat To Dave McCormick Senator Bob Casey has conceded the Pennsylvania U.S. Senate race to Dave McCormick, calling it one of the closest elections in the state's history. Casey, who has served Pennsylvanians in public office for 28 years, announced his concession as the first count of ballots was completed, with the race decided by less than a quarter of a point. “I just called Dave McCormick to congratulate him on his election to represent Pennsylvania in the United States Senate,” Casey said in a statement released Thursday, Nov. 21. “Pennsylvanians can move forward with the knowledge that their voices were h…
PA  Man Who Killed Mom With Fentanyl Spiked Iced Tea Sentenced To Life: DA PA  Man Who Killed Mom With Fentanyl Spiked Iced Tea Sentenced To Life: DA
PA Man Who Killed Mom With Fentanyl Spiked Iced Tea Sentenced To Life: DA A Falls Township man who spiked his mother’s iced tea with fentanyl before shooting her in Philadelphia has pleaded guilty and was sentenced to life in prison, Bucks County District Attorney Matthew Weintraub announced Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024. Sean Rivera, 30, admitted to second-degree murder and multiple related charges for the killing of his 72-year-old mother, Carol J. Clark, in April 2023. Rivera drugged Clark, drove her to a shed in Philadelphia, and shot her multiple times, investigators said. Rivera's negotiated plea includes life in prison without parole for the murder, and an add…
Snow Forecast Expands In NJ, PA: Here's How Much Snow Is Now Being Predicted Snow Forecast Expands In NJ, PA: Here's How Much Snow Is Now Being Predicted
Snow Forecast Expands In NJ, PA: Here's How Much Snow Is Now Being Predicted A powerful low-pressure system is set to bring more snow and rain to the region than initially predicted, with higher elevations now expected to see significant snowfall by Friday evening, Nov. 22 in parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Rainfall amounts have been updated to range from 0.1 to 0.25 inches across much of South Jersey, while northern areas, including Mount Pocono, could see up to 1.5 inches of rain, according to the National Weather Service. In addition to the rain, snow accumulations in higher elevations are expected to be heavier than earlier forecasts: Mount Pocono could no…
Trump Taps Dr. Oz, Penn Alum, To Lead Medicare And Medicaid Services Trump Taps Dr. Oz, Penn Alum, To Lead Medicare And Medicaid Services
Trump Taps Dr. Oz, Penn Alum, To Lead Medicare And Medicaid Services President-elect Donald J. Trump has nominated Dr. Mehmet Oz to head the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), citing the Pennsylvania-educated heart surgeon’s decades-long dedication to healthcare innovation and public advocacy. The announcement came Tuesday, Nov. 19, as Trump highlighted Oz’s qualifications and ties to the Keystone State. Dr. Oz earned both his medical degree and MBA from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Medicine and Wharton Business School, making him an Ivy League-trained physician and business leader. Trump lauded his achievements in a statement, ca…
Post Malone Sets Multiple PA Concert Dates: Here's How To Get Tickets Post Malone Sets Multiple PA Concert Dates: Here's How To Get Tickets
Post Malone Sets Multiple PA Concert Dates: Here's How To Get Tickets Global music sensation Post Malone is bringing his highly anticipated to Pennsylvania with multiple stops. Post Malone, the 29-year-old acclaimed artist known for his genre-blending music, has scheduled three concerts in Pennsylvania as part of his 25 show "Big Ass Stadium Tour". This tour supports his debut country album, "F-1 Trillion," released on August 16, 2024. This concert will highlight Post Malone's new country music, including his single "Pour Me a Drink" with Blake Shelton. The album's lead single, "I Had Some Help" featuring Morgan Wallen, achieved significant…
Dice Roll Will Determine Random Batch Of Ballots In PA General Election Audit: Officials Dice Roll Will Determine Random Batch Of Ballots In PA General Election Audit: Officials
Dice Roll Will Determine Random Batch Of Ballots In PA General Election Audit: Officials A dice roll will be used to determine which batches of ballots Pennsylvania officials will audit from the general election on Monday, Nov. 18, according to the Department of State. Pennsylvania Department of State staff will roll 10-sided dice at 2:30 p.m. to generate a 20-digit "seed number" which will then be used to randomly determine which batches of ballots will be audited over the next few days, according to a news release from the department. This is called a risk-limiting audit, according to a Tuesday, April 23 news release the department issued to explain the process for the 2024 p…
Leonid Meteor Shower To Peak Over Pennsylvania Skies Leonid Meteor Shower To Peak Over Pennsylvania Skies
Leonid Meteor Shower To Peak Over Pennsylvania Skies Stargazers in Pennsylvania are in for a celestial treat as the Leonid meteor shower lights up the night sky, EarthSky reports. The annual meteor display is expected to peak late tonight, Saturday, Nov. 18, into the early hours of Sunday, Nov. 19, with optimal viewing conditions away from city lights. Known for producing some of the most dramatic meteor storms in history, the Leonids typically generate 10 to 15 meteors per hour during peak activity. This year, however, viewers might witness an even higher count under clear skies. The meteors are fragments from the comet Tempel-Tuttle, which o…
1 Dead, Dozens Sickened In 18 States, Including PA, From E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Carrots 1 Dead, Dozens Sickened In 18 States, Including PA, From E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Carrots
1 Dead, Dozens Sickened In 18 States, Including PA, From E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Carrots An E. coli outbreak linked to carrots has left one person dead and sickened 39 people in 18 states. Click here for a new, updated story: Recall Involving Bagged Carrots Expanded: See List Of Supermarkets, Products The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) says the infections have come from multiple brands of recalled organic whole bagged carrots and baby carrots sold by Grimmway Farms, which is based in Bakersfield, California.  "Carrots on store shelves right now are likely not affected but may be in people's homes," the CDC said. "If you have any recalled carrots…
Trump Names Ex-SEC Chief, PA Native To Replace Damian Williams As SDNY's Top Prosecutor Trump Names Ex-SEC Chief, PA Native To Replace Damian Williams As SDNY's Top Prosecutor
Trump Names Ex-sec Chief, PA Native To Replace Damian Williams As Sdny's Top Prosecutor President-elect Donald Trump is looking to replace Damian Williams, US Attorney for the Southern District of New York, with a familiar face from his previous administration who hails from Pennsylvania.  Trump announced on Thursday, Nov. 14 that he would nominate Jay Clayton, who has no experience as a criminal prosecutor, to be the next US Attorney for the Southern District of New York.  Clayton, age 58, previously served as Chairman of the US Securities and Exchange Commission from May 2017 to December 2020, a role in which Trump wrote he "did an incredible job." Before that, he…