Things You Didn’t Know Are Illegal in Pennsylvania

This Election Day, we're taking a look back at some of the weirdest local and state laws previous generations of elected officials have put on the books. Did you know it's illegal to make a profit from fortune-telling, or to fish with your bare hands in Pennsylvania? Back in July, host Trenae Nuri spoke with City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and Harrison Cann, reporter at City & State PA, about where these laws come from and what impact they have today. Read Harrison's original story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

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