Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit newsroom that produces investigative and public service journalism that has the power to respond and drive positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — Late last year, Pennsylvania’s top law enforcement agency revealed that taxpayers would pick up the tab for more than $1 … Read more
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said the agency “has an ongoing enforcement action” against ABC view after the show, he featured James Talarico, a Democratic candidate for the US Senate, as a guest. “We’re looking at it,” Carr told reporters Wednesday, but declined to elaborate. Fox News reported earlier this month that view was investigated for … Read more
The trans suspect who opened fire at an ice hockey rink in Rhode Island on Monday killed his ex-wife and adult son, authorities said, while his daughter claimed he had a “vendetta” against the family. Robert Dorgan, 56, fatally shot his ex-wife, Rhonda Dorgan, at Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket, as well as his … Read more
Eight of the nine people reported missing after a massive avalanche about the size of a football field struck a ski group near Lake Tahoe were confirmed dead Wednesday, Nevada authorities said, making the incident one of the deadliest US avalanches in decades. A ninth person is presumed dead. The victims were three professional guides … Read more
A sprinkling of spring warmth will quickly turn to a wintry chill in the coming days as a meaty cold front moves down through Florida, promising a flurry of seasons. High temperatures of up to 15 degrees above normal in some areas of the Sunshine State on Friday, February 20 are forecast to dip into … Read more
An El Paso educator known for her kindness and helping those in need died after she was struck by a moving vehicle while trying to stop another woman from driving drunk, court documents show. Ana Maria Paniagua, 57, offered to drive Aurora Morales, 62, home around 5:20 p.m. on Feb. 7 because she was concerned … Read more
Over the past few years, Kohl’s has struggled to attract customers to its stores, despite recent turnaround efforts to boost sluggish sales. In response to these ongoing challenges, the retailer is launching a bold new section across all locations to win back a key customer group. In the third quarter of 2025, Kohl’s net sales … Read more
Luxury fashion may portray an image of glamor and exclusivity, but all that glitters is not gold. Behind the five-figure-plus price tags and highly coveted brand names, the industry has struggled with declining sales and cautious consumer spending amid continued economic uncertainty. Founded in 1963, Kering is the French multinational luxury goods group behind some … Read more
Mortgage rates are poised to move even lower as the 10-year Treasury fell nearly 2% in the past week. Stock market woes are pushing investors into bonds, and as prices rise, yields fall. Zillow, which typically reports lower rates than Freddie Mac, reports the 30-year fixed rate at 5.79% — the lowest in recent years. … Read more
GREENBELT, Md. (AP) — As a lawyer, Thomas Goldstein routinely argued cases before the Supreme Court and published a popular blog about the nation’s highest court. Unbeknownst to friends and colleagues, Goldstein also became a high-stakes poker player who racked up tens of millions of dollars in winnings, but racked up staggering gambling debt. The … Read more