EPISODE · Jun 24, 2026 · 7 MIN
PA Headlines | June 24 | Trump's visit to the Lehigh Valley was mostly a rally.
from The Morning Agenda · host WITF
President Donald Trump visited a Mack Trucks facility in the Lehigh Valley Tuesday. The visit was designed to shift attention to the U.S. economy in our battleground state.Pennsylvania lawmakers and officials have debated for years about how to regulate so-called "skill games" in businesses across the state. But state Senate Democratic leader Jay Costa says he believes lawmakers can reach agreement by a court-ordered October deadline.An advocacy group that targeted some Republican incumbents this spring says it will help elect GOP hopeful Stacy Garrity as governor. But the group remains controversial. Some Pennsylvania police departments continue coverage for families of fallen officers killed on duty. But not all do … and even where that benefit is provided, it’s subject to change - depending on union contract negotiations. A proposal in the state House would make survivor benefits permanent in all municipalities.For the first time since 2018, Pennsylvanians may see a gubernatorial debate. Spokespeople for incumbent Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro and Republican challenger Stacy Garrity tell our partners at Spotlight PA that the candidates are both willing to participate in at least one debate leading up to November’s general election.Former York City Councilwoman Toni Smith has died at the age of 92. Smith served on York City Council for 16 years and earned a reputation as a passionate advocate for her constituents.In uncertain times, our community counts on facts, not noise. Support the journalism and programming that keep you informed. Donate now at www.witf.org/givenow.
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President Donald Trump visited a Mack Trucks facility in the Lehigh Valley Tuesday. The visit was designed to shift attention to the U.S. economy in our battleground state. Pennsylvania lawmakers and officials have debated for years about how to regulate so-called "skill games" in businesses across the state. But state Senate Democratic leader Jay Costa says he believes lawmakers can reach agreement by a court-ordered October deadline. An advocacy group that targeted some Republican incumbents this spring says it will help elect GOP hopeful Stacy Garrity as governor. But the group remains controversial. Some Pennsylvania police departments continue coverage for families of fallen officers killed on duty. But not all do … and even where that benefit is provided, it’s subject to change - depending on union contract negotiations. A proposal in the state House would make survivor benefits permanent in all municipalities. For the first time since 2018, Pennsylvanians may see a gubernatorial debate. Spokespeople for incumbent Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro and Republican challenger Stacy Garrity tell our partners at Spotlight PA that the candidates are both willing to participate in at least one debate leading up to November’s general election. Former York City Councilwoman Toni Smith has died at the age of 92. Smith served on York City Council for 16 years and earned a reputation as a passionate advocate for her constituents. In uncertain times, our community counts on facts, not noise. Support the journalism and programming that keep you informed. Donate now at www.witf.org/givenow.
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PA Headlines | June 24 | Trump's visit to the Lehigh Valley was mostly a rally.
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