A national ATM network based in Lancaster has been embroiled in controversy since August.

Lancaster Country native Daryl Heller and his company that managed a national ATM network was sued in August for over $80 million in missed payments to investors. Since the suit was filed, the plaintiffs have won a $138 million judgement against Heller’s company and he has been ordered to turn all…

Endangered status proposed for eastern hellbender

The eastern hellbender may not look very pretty, but the state amphibian of Pennsylvania does a beautiful thing: it signifies a healthy waterway. The slimy, two-foot-long salamander that lives under rocks in rivers and streams has many nicknames, including snot otter and lasagna lizard. StateImpa…

Pa. schools can apply for state aid to install solar energy, save money

Energy bills are some of the largest expenses for schools. StateImpact Pennsylvania’s Rachel McDevitt reports a new state program that aims to save schools money through solar energy is open for applications. 

Pa. casts 19 Electoral College votes for Donald Trump

Electors in every state and the District of Columbia are in their respective state Capitols to cast ballots for president and vice president. WITF’s Jordan Wilkie reports there’s just one more step before president-elect Donald Trump is cleared to take office.

80th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge

Eighty years ago today, the German army launched its last major offensive on the western front during World War II. It centered on the Ardennes Forest in Belgium and become known as the Battle of the Bulge. Standing in the way that day was a Pennsylvania National Guard Division -- the 28th -- kno…

How to save energy and make your home more comfortable this winter

With temperatures dropping, many are reaching to turn up their thermostats. WITF’s Rachel McDevitt has more on how to keep your home comfortable this winter. 

Pa. election certification not complete at deadline, but close

The inauguration of a new president happens thanks to a careful certification process that traces all the way back to individual counties. WITF’s Jordan Wilkie reports this week’s election certification, slightly delayed in 3 counties, is the first major administrative step to seating elected publ…

WITF Music: Spoken Musik

An interview with Central PA hip-hop artist Spoken Musik.

Pa. drivers will spend less to fill up the tank this Thanksgiving

Pennsylvania drivers can expect to spend less at the gas pump over this Thanksgiving holiday than they spent last year. WITF’s Rachel McDevitt has more on recent trends in gas prices.  

Pa. farmers get federal grants to help with droughts

Pennsylvania’s farms could become more resilient to severe weather brought on by climate change thanks to millions in federal grant money. StateImpact Pennsylvania's Rachel McDevitt reports backers of the money say helping farmers will create a ripple effect for rural economies.