Gov. Josh Shapiro called on all political leaders to condemn all political violence, during a discussion on political violence Tuesday night in Washington, D.C. The event took place at the National cathedral and was moderated by Savannah Guthrie, co- anchor of NBC's Today Show.

State lawmakers' meantime are digging into Gov. Josh Shapiro's use of the state plane, and the one million dollars in security upgrades at his private residence following the attempt on his life this year. A panel of Republicans is subpoenaing records from the flight charter company, state police and Shapiro's hometown.

President Trump traveled to the Poconos Tuesday night, giving a speech at a Mount Pocono casino and resort. Our colleagues at WVIA have us covered with reporting from protesters lining the President's route, coverage of the President's speech, and reaction from attendees.

As Pennsylvania officials continue spending millions of dollars in settlement money to fight the opioid epidemic, opportunities for the public to follow the funds and publicly weigh in increased over the past year. But significant limits exist on both transparency and public participation - to the frustration of some families and others directly affected by the crisis. 

Voting is now open for Pennsylvania's 2026 River of the Year. Lancaster County's Conestoga River is one of three waterways up for the recognition.

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