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Four years after Jan. 6 Capitol riot, polls show some attitudes softening
Congress on Monday certified President-elect Donald Trump’s November victory as part of the peaceful transfer of power that has marked every U.S. presidential election – except one. Four years ago, Trump supporters attacked the U.S. Capitol, trying to stop the tally of electoral votes that would make Joe Biden’s victory official. Lawmakers evacuated. Five people died during or after the riot.
Four Years After Jan. 6 Capitol Riot, Polls Show Some Attitudes Softening - The Christian Science Monitor
Congress on Monday certified President-elect Donald Trump’s November victory as part of the peaceful transfer of power that has marked every U.S. presidential election – except one. Four years ago, Trump supporters attacked the U.S. Capitol, trying to stop the tally of electoral votes that would make Joe Biden’s victory official. Lawmakers evacuated. Five people died during or after the riot.
How WITF and LNP are working to reduce polarization, encourage civil discourse and help communities work together [column]
All day Saturday, I was at a deliberative democracy event with more than 50 people from Lancaster County. They were invited to listen to each other, learn from each other, and find solutions through civil discussion across political or other differences. WITF, LNP | LancasterOnline, Franklin & Marshall College and the Steinman Institute for Civic Engagement partnered on the event because we believe it’s one way communities can set aside polarized rhetoric, and re-discover how to work together.
Pa. native remembered on 80th anniversary of D-Day
Dick Winters’ actions on June 6, 1944, made the Ephrata man one of the world’s most famous soldiers as the leader of the “Band of Brothers” — a company of 101st Airborne paratroopers immortalized in a book and an HBO mini-series. Then a 1st Lieutenant, Winters led a group of soldiers on an assault of four German artillery pieces at Brecourt Manor. It was near Utah Beach, one of the beaches where Allied troops were coming ashore in the early hours of D-Day.
Pa. native remembered on 80th anniversary of D-Day
Dick Winters’ actions on June 6, 1944, made the Ephrata man one of the world’s most famous soldiers as the leader of the “Band of Brothers” — a company of 101st Airborne paratroopers immortalized in a book and an HBO mini-series. Then a First Lieutenant, Winters led a group of soldiers on an assault of four German artillery pieces at Brecourt Manor. It was near Utah Beach, one of the beaches where Allied troops were coming ashore in the early hours of D-Day.
Structural basis for CFTR inhibition by CFTRinh-172
Abstract The cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) is an anion channel that regulates electrolyte and fluid balance in epithelial tissues. Whereas activation of CFTR is vital to treating cystic fibrosis, selective inhibition of CFTR is a potential therapeutic strategy for secretory diarrhea and autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). Although several CFTR inhibitors have been developed by high-throughput screening, their modes of action remain elusive.
News & Brews at Desperate Times
Join the WITF News team to meet and talk one-on-one and hear what’s new in the newsroom. Tuesday, April 25 · 6 - 8pm EDT Location Desperate Times Brewery 1201 Carlisle Springs Road Carlisle, PA 17013 Refund Policy Contact the organizer to request a refund. Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.
Programmable RF Devices: 5G and Wi-Fi 6/6E Networks Work Faster Original
New USB and Ethernet Programmable RF Devices and Equipment from Vaunix Speed UP 5G and WiFi 6/6E Deployments Key issues of deploying 5G & Wi-Fi 6/6E networks have been considered as Vaunix launches new Lab Brick RF devices for rapid testing Using programmable test devices to zip through unique and specific RF signal tests is becoming second nature for wireless network architects today.” — Scott Blanchard NEWBURY, MA, UNITED STATES, December 17, 2021 / EINPresswire.com/ -- There is a pressing...
Pennsylvania finishes year $3B behind because of pandemic
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: The Associated Press The Associated Press (AP) is a U.S.-based not-for-profit news agency headquartered in New York City. July 1, 2020 | 4:00 PM HARRISBURG, Pa. — Pennsylvania state government finished its fiscal year about 9% short of its initial revenue estimate, a result of the state’s coronavirus-related shutdowns and delayed tax-filing deadlines, the Department of Revenue said Wednesday.
How a Pittsburgh businesswoman pivoted to take on pandemic, racism crises: ‘People need to undo what’s been done within themselves’
Lakeisha Wolf is a first-generation Pittsburgher who has been an activist since her time in college at Penn State. Ariel Worthy/WESA Born and raised in Birmingham, Ala., Ariel finally made a “big move” 45 minutes down the interstate to the University of Alabama where she studied Journalism and International Studies. During her time in college she interned with Tuscaloosa News, a daily newspaper in her college town.
2 Harrisburg-based Marine Reservists’ deaths may be linked to Russian bounties
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: Steve Marroni/PennLive Reporter covering court in Cumberland and York counties, as well as Cumberland County government. Contact me at 717-255-8266 or smarroni@pennlive.com. Follow me on Twitter @SteveMarroni. June 30, 2020 | 6:33 PM Courtesy of the U.S. Marine Corps / The Associated Press These images provided by the U.S. Marine Corps show, from left, Sgt. Benjamin S. Hines, 31, of York, Pa., Staff Sgt.
Subnanometer structures of HIV-1 envelope trimers on aldrithiol-2-inactivated virus particles
Abstract The HIV-1 envelope glycoprotein (Env) trimer, composed of gp120 and gp41 subunits, mediates viral entry into cells. Recombinant Env trimers have been studied structurally, but characterization of Env embedded in intact virus membranes has been limited to low resolution.
After primary defeat, Pa. Sen. Daylin Leach may take his caucus leader to court
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: June 9, 2020 | 5:22 PM Katie Meyer/WHYY Katie Meyer is WHYY’s political reporter. Prior to coming to Philadelphia, Katie was WITF’s Capitol bureau chief, and covered all things state politics for public radio stations throughout Pennsylvania.
Philly cleans up from protest as National Guard arrives ahead of more demonstrations
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: June 1, 2020 | 5:04 PM Laura Benshoff/WHYY Laura Benshoff covers the suburbs for WHYY, 91 FM. Originally from Raleigh, N.C., Laura hasn't had a southern accent in years. She moved to Montreal for college before landing in Philadelphia in 2012. Avi Wolfman-Arent/Keystone Crossroads Avi Wolfman-Arent joined WHYY in December 2014.
Harrisburg Mayor Eric Papenfuse vows better coordination of George Floyd protests, starting Monday night
June 1, 2020 | 5:12 PM Wallace McKelvey/PennLive Watchdog reporter covering politics, environmental issues and the "sin beat." Contact me at wmckelvey@pennlive.com or follow me on Twitter @wjmckelvey Harrisburg Mayor Eric Papenfuse said that the city learned several valuable lessons from this weekend’s protests, which began peacefully but occasionally grew chaotic and even violent.
Nursing home testing a massive challenge for Pennsylvania
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: May 21, 2020 | 6:04 PM It's unclear who would administer the tests, who would supply them and — who would pay. Marc Levy/The Associated Press Covering Pennsylvania politics, government & scandals for @AP. The wicked flee when none pursueth. @Colorado native. As honest as a Denver man can be. Michael Rubinkam/Associated Press I'm a Pennsylvania-based journalist who covers all sorts of stories for The Associated Press.
Philly judge of elections pleads guilty to election fraud, accepting bribes
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: May 21, 2020 | 4:02 PM Katie Meyer/WHYY Katie Meyer is WHYY’s political reporter. Prior to coming to Philadelphia, Katie was WITF’s Capitol bureau chief, and covered all things state politics for public radio stations throughout Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania drafting guidelines for sports to resume
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: May 20, 2020 | 4:45 PM The Associated Press The Associated Press (AP) is a U.S.-based not-for-profit news agency headquartered in New York City. AP Photo/Matt Slocum A health notice is posted on a glass door at the Wells Fargo Center, home of the Philadelphia Flyers NHL hockey team and the Philadelphia 76ers NBA basketball team, Saturday, March 14, 2020, in Philadelphia.
Pa. extends benefits window for unemployment compensation
May 18, 2020 | 5:12 PM Laura Benshoff/WHYY Laura Benshoff covers the suburbs for WHYY, 91 FM. Originally from Raleigh, N.C., Laura hasn't had a southern accent in years. She moved to Montreal for college before landing in Philadelphia in 2012. Avi Wolfman-Arent/Keystone Crossroads Avi Wolfman-Arent joined WHYY in December 2014. Prior to that he covered nonprofits for the Chronicle of Philanthropy and education technology for the Chronicle of Higher Education.
Your daily coronavirus update: Post offices, beloved community hubs, fight virus-era threat
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: May 17, 2020 | 12:22 PM Updated: May 17, 2020 | 2:17 pm Maryclaire Dale/The Associated Press With our coronavirus coverage, our goal is to equip you with the information you need. Rather than chase every update, we’ll try to keep things in context and focus on helping you make decisions. See all of our stories here.
Your daily coronavirus update: Pa. distributes more doses of COVID-19 treatment to hospitals
May 16, 2020 | 2:47 PM Staff Staff reporting With our coronavirus coverage, our goal is to equip you with the information you need. Rather than chase every update, we’ll try to keep things in context and focus on helping you make decisions. See all of our stories here.
State Supreme Court rejects lawsuit to delay mail-in ballot deadline
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: May 15, 2020 | 5:59 PM The Associated Press The Associated Press (AP) is a U.S.-based not-for-profit news agency headquartered in New York City. HARRISBURG, Pa. — The state Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a lawsuit seeking to force Pennsylvania elections officials to accept absentee or mail-in ballots as long as they are received within a week after the primary or general elections during the pandemic.
‘Sophie’s choice’ for immigrant families in Pa: separate or remain in custody indefinitely
May 15, 2020 | 3:13 PM Laura Benshoff/WHYY Laura Benshoff covers the suburbs for WHYY, 91 FM. Originally from Raleigh, N.C., Laura hasn't had a southern accent in years. She moved to Montreal for college before landing in Philadelphia in 2012. Katie Meyer / WITF The outside of the Berks Family Residential Center. Non-authorized personnel are not permitted on the grounds.
Judge sets deadline for abuse claims vs. Harrisburg diocese
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: May 13, 2020 | 4:30 PM The Associated Press The Associated Press (AP) is a U.S.-based not-for-profit news agency headquartered in New York City. HARRISBURG, Pa. — A federal judge is giving most claimants until Nov. 13 to seek compensation over child sexual abuse from the Harrisburg Roman Catholic Diocese, which sought bankruptcy protection earlier this year.
Your daily coronavirus update: Students expected to return to school in fall, ed chief says
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: May 11, 2020 | 5:00 PM Updated: May 11, 2020 | 6:16 pm The Associated Press The Associated Press (AP) is a U.S.-based not-for-profit news agency headquartered in New York City. HARRISBURG, Pa. — Gov.
Protesters pressing for reopening encircle Philly City Hall
May 8, 2020 | 5:24 PM Peter Crimmins/WHYY WHYY arts & culture reporter Peter Crimmins first became interested in radio in the fourth grade, when he hid a homemade, contraband crystal-diode radio in a shoebox and smuggled it into the Boy Scout summer camp. Subsequent radio projects were more successful.
COVID-19 death of Philly meat processing worker spurs wrongful death lawsuit
May 7, 2020 | 4:48 PM Aaron Moselle/WHYY Aaron Moselle is a general assignment reporter for NewsWorks, filing stories for both web and radio. While you can find him at the courthouse or a school funding rally, he also spends a good chunk of his time writing about issues in Northwest Philadelphia, where he was born and raised. (Yes. Mount Airy is part of the city.) Before arriving at WHYY in 2010, Aaron was a freelance writer for a collection of community newspapers and alternative weeklies.
Pittsburgh appeals judge’s rejection of firearm restrictions
May 4, 2020 | 5:47 PM The Associated Press The Associated Press (AP) is a U.S.-based not-for-profit news agency headquartered in New York City. PITTSBURGH — Attorneys for the city of Pittsburgh are asking a state court to overturn a judge’s order striking down firearm restrictions approved after a 2018 mass shooting at a synagogue. The three ordinances were approved in April 2019 following the October 2018 mass shooting at Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life Synagogue that killed 11 worshippers.
Pa. court: Special wine, liquor orders can be sent directly to retailers
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: May 1, 2020 | 3:55 PM The Associated Press The Associated Press (AP) is a U.S.-based not-for-profit news agency headquartered in New York City. HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board must allow distributors to send special wine and liquor orders directly to retailers instead of sending them to state stores for pickup, a court ruled Friday.
Little League World Series canceled for first time
April 30, 2020 | 4:33 PM Ban on large gatherings, travel make tournament 'impossible' to hold, league says The Associated Press The Associated Press (AP) is a U.S.-based not-for-profit news agency headquartered in New York City. Gene J. Puskar / AP Photo River Ridge, Louisiana celebrates a 8-0 win over Curacao in the Little League World Series Championship game in South Williamsport, Pa., Sunday, Aug. 25, 2019.
With some new rules, construction work can resume Friday
April 29, 2020 | 4:01 PM Margaret J. Krauss/WESA Construction across Pennsylvania will be allowed to resume in-person operations on Friday. The commonwealth was one of only a few states that idled the entire industry before making exceptions for some road and bridge work. The shutdown was a nightmare, said Philip Ameris, president of the Laborers’ District Council of Western PA. “We have 15,000 members across 33 counties,” he said.
Pennsylvania’s first reopening steps will occur without mass testing capacity
April 28, 2020 | 5:33 PM Marc Levy/The Associated Press Covering Pennsylvania politics, government & scandals for @AP. The wicked flee when none pursueth. @Colorado native. As honest as a Denver man can be. With our coronavirus coverage, our goal is to equip you with the information you need. Rather than chase every update, we’ll try to keep things in context and focus on helping you make decisions. See all of our stories here.
GOP election strategy in swing states: Blame virus’ economic fallout on Democrats
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: April 23, 2020 | 4:57 PM More than 3 million have filed for unemployment benefits in Pa., Michigan and Wisconsin Marc Levy/The Associated Press Covering Pennsylvania politics, government & scandals for @AP. The wicked flee when none pursueth. @Colorado native. As honest as a Denver man can be.
Carnegie Mellon University map helps predict spikes of COVID illness across the U.S.
Carnegie Mellon University/Delphi Group Delphi map displaying the rate of doctor visits in US metro areas. Carnegie Mellon University’s Delphi Research Group has published several interactive maps that provide insight into the coronavirus’s spread at the metro area and county levels. This information could be useful as state and local officials consider easing social distancing restrictions.
Wolf offers clarification on his new plan to reopen Pa. | PA Post
April 23, 2020 | 4:17 PM Katie Meyer/WHYY Katie Meyer is WHYY’s political reporter. Prior to coming to Philadelphia, Katie was WITF’s Capitol bureau chief, and covered all things state politics for public radio stations throughout Pennsylvania. Katie came to Harrisburg by way of New York City, where she worked at Fordham University’s public radio station, WFUV, as an anchor, general assignment reporter, and co-host of an original podcast.
Carlisle Memorial Day parade canceled because of COVID-19
April 19, 2020 | 6:31 PM Becky Metrick/PennLive Cops Reporter at PennLive.com Carlisle’s annual Memorial Day Parade has been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the Carlisle Veterans Council is looking to bring a memorial celebration to people’s homes. According to a statement from the Council, plans are in development for a locally produced video. “We have faced unprecedented restrictions over the last month as a result of the pandemic,” said Kirk Wilson, Council president.
Pa. sees highest daily increase in deaths as state investigates older cases
April 19, 2020 | 2:19 PM Ximena Conde/WHYY Ximena Conde comes from Wisconsin Public Radio where she worked as a general assignment reporter covering southeastern Wisconsin as the station’s Second Century News Fellow. She previously worked as Rhode Island Public Radio’s Morning Edition producer. Conde grew up in Queens, NY and graduated from Rutgers University. With our coronavirus coverage, our goal is to equip you with the information you need.
NPR interview: Gov. Tom Wolf on coronavirus and unemployment in Pennsylvania
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: April 18, 2020 | 8:56 AM NPR NPR delivers breaking national and world news. Also top stories from business, politics, health, science, technology, music, arts and culture. Subscribe to podcasts and RSS feeds. On Friday’s All Things Considered, NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly talked with Gov. Tom Wolf of Pennsylvania about unemployment and the coronavirus in his state.
Your daily coronavirus update: State creates business-to-business directory for pandemic-related supplies
April 18, 2020 | 12:42 PM Updated: April 18, 2020 | 2:43 pm The Associated Press The Associated Press (AP) is a U.S.-based not-for-profit news agency headquartered in New York City. With our coronavirus coverage, our goal is to equip you with the information you need. Rather than chase every update, we’ll try to keep things in context and focus on helping you make decisions. See all of our stories here.
Toomey named to panel that will oversee federal bailout efforts
April 18, 2020 | 2:37 PM Chris Potter/WESA Nearly three decades after leaving home for college, Chris Potter now lives four miles from the house he grew up in -- a testament either to the charm of the South Hills or to a simple lack of ambition. In the intervening years, Potter held a variety of jobs, including asbestos abatement engineer and ice-cream truck driver. He has also worked for a number of local media outlets, only some of which then went out of business.
VA hospitals staffing up in anticipation of COVID surge
April 14, 2020 | 4:12 PM Sarah Boden/WESA Sarah Boden covers health, science and technology for 90.5 WESA. Before coming to Pittsburgh in November 2017, she was a reporter for Iowa Public Radio where she covered a range of issues, including the 2016 Iowa Caucuses. Sarah’s reporting has appeared on NPR’s Morning Edition, All Things Considered, Weekend Edition Saturday and WBUR's Here and Now. She has won multiple awards, including a regional Edward R.
Pa. finalizes plan for deciding who gets life-saving care if hospitals overwhelmed
April 13, 2020 | 5:45 PM David Wenner/PennLive David Wenner has worked for The Patriot-News/PennLive since 1999 and has won numerous awards for his reporting. He often writes about health care as well as breaking news. He appreciates knowing about any important, troubling or otherwise newsworthy situation in central Pennsylvania. He can be reached at dwenner@pennlive.com or 717-255-8172. Min Xian / WPSU Mount Nittany Medical Center in State College.
Fluid spills at Lycoming County gas well pad result in fines for contractor
April 7, 2020 | 3:36 PM John Beauge/PennLive Williamsport native John Beauge obtained a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Penn State and a master’s from Northwestern University. He was photo editor of the Daily Collegian his senior year at Penn State. He worked for the Williamsport Sun-Gazette from 1963 to 1983, rising to the position of city editor. He has been a correspondent for the Harrisburg Patriot-News since 1983.
Almost 300 York County employees to be temporarily furloughed
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: April 7, 2020 | 5:54 PM Staff Staff reporting York County is putting almost 300 employees on furlough as it deals with the economic impact of coronavirus. The county also has ordered a freeze on hiring non-essential personnel, according to a news release.
Preparing the next generation of leaders for the future of work
What are the top issues that human resource (HR) and leadership, learning, and talent development (L&D) professionals are focusing on as they look to train the next generation of leaders? The findings of our 2020 HR L&D Trend Report reveal some useful answers. According to the report, the most important business challenges include managing change, engaging employees, and attracting great talent.
Philly mayor: Police officer who caught coronavirus has died
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: April 6, 2020 | 4:19 PM Becky Metrick/PennLive Cops Reporter at PennLive.com One Philadelphia police officer who had contracted COVID-19 has died, Mayor Jim Kenney said Monday. Lt. Jimmy Walker, a member of the department’s Traffic Division, died on Sunday, Kenney said in a social media post. “We don’t know where and how Lt. Walker contracted the virus,” Kenney said.
The coronavirus small business loan program: What you need to know
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: April 3, 2020 | 5:28 PM Danielle Kurtzleben/NPR With our coronavirus coverage, our goal is to equip you with the information you need. Rather than chase every update, we’ll try to keep things in context and focus on helping you make decisions. See all of our stories here.
Pa. Supreme Court won’t grant blanket release of prison inmates; orders review of jails’ ability to ‘address spread of COVID-19’
April 3, 2020 | 4:06 PM Matt Miller/PennLive Matt Miller covers Dauphin County court, state courts and federal court. Reach me at mmiller@pennlive.com or 717-254-3142. The state Supreme Court on Friday rejected a plea by the Pennsylvania Prison Society to order a blanket release of some grades of prison inmates to protect them from the coronavirus.
‘A virus of hate:’ Pennsylvanians of Asian descent urged to report if they are targets of hate over COVID-19
Focused on Pennsylvania's public policies, politics and statewide issues Search for: April 2, 2020 | 3:48 PM Matt Miller/PennLive Matt Miller covers Dauphin County court, state courts and federal court. Reach me at mmiller@pennlive.com or 717-254-3142. With our coronavirus coverage, our goal is to equip you with the information you need. Rather than chase every update, we’ll try to keep things in context and focus on helping you make decisions. See all of our stories here.
Fears, infection thin staff at Beaver County nursing home with 2 deaths
April 1, 2020 | 3:39 PM Mark Scolforo/The Associated Press Claudia Lauer/The Associated Press Google Maps Brighton Rehabilitation and Wellness Center in Beaver, Pa. A Pennsylvania nursing home where two dementia patients died over the weekend after contracting COVID-19 has struggled to contain the spread, with staff thinned by suspected infection and fears for their own safety.
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