>>York County Harley-Davidson Plant Reopens
(York, PA) -- Harley-Davidson company officials say they're resuming production at their plant in York. The factory re-opened Monday after closing for more than two weeks on May 19th. The company says the shutdown came "out of an abundance of caution" due to regulatory compliance with one of its suppliers.
>>Crime Survivors Rally at State Capitol
(Harrisburg, PA) -- People who have been victims of serious crimes have rallied at the State Capitol to get lawmakers' attention to give them more support. The group on Tuesday called for passage of the Safer Pennsylvania Act, which would - among other things, increase crime survivors' access to find new housing and employment as well as compensation. The group was joined by state legislative leaders and President Biden's daughter Ashley Biden, who is a social worker and leads a justice center in Delaware.
>>2021 Records Show Donors Gave Over $308M In State Campaign Donations
(Harrisburg, PA) -- State political contribution records show over $308 million have been donated to Pennsylvania campaigns last year. Figures tabulated for 2021 donations to state candidates and political action committees also show the ten largest donors gave more than $22 million. The data compiled by Ballotpedia shows billionaire Jeffrey Yass contributed $13 million to select campaigns.
>>Captured Black Bear Released Back into the Wild
(Dauphin County, PA) -- A black bear that was captured in West Hempfield Township last week has been relocated back into the wild. A Pennsylvania Game Commission spokesman says the bear was young and weighed about 200 pounds. It was released onto state game lands in North Dauphin County. The bear was first seen in East and West Hempfield and then later in Manheim Township in recent weeks.
>>Fetterman Might Not Return to Campaign Trail for a Month
(Harrisburg, PA) -- Two new commercials about John Fetterman are now running in different markets in Pennsylvania, but some political supporters are afraid he won't campaign again in person for maybe another month. Fetterman, who is lieutenant governor and the democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, suffered a stroke in May. His wife told CNN Monday that he "deserves a month break to come back as strong as ever," and said she thinks he can return by July.
>>Woman Sentenced to Prison for Stabbing Death of Boyfriend
(Carlisle, PA) -- A Cumberland County woman has been sentenced to at least seven years in state prison for the stabbing death of her boyfriend. Alison Morris previously plead no contest to the charge of voluntary manslaughter for the October 2020 death of Ryan Young. Morris and Young were living in an apartment with their children in Upper Allen Township when the stabbing happened during an argument.
>>Harrisburg Driver Arrested for Pedestrian Crash in Lancaster County
(East Lampeter, PA) --Police say a 25-year-old driver from Harrisburg who has been arrested for DUI reportedly injured a pedestrian. East Lampeter Township police said 31-year-old Kyle Carter, of Ephrata, was hit by Lareese Howze. The incident happened at Monday night as Carter walked out of a parking lot along Lincoln Highway East and into the path of the car. Police say Carter suffered a severe leg injury.
>>State Senate Passes Transgender Girls' Sports Bill
(Harrisburg, PA) -- The state Senate has passed a controversial legislation dubbed the "Fairness in Women's Sports Act." The measure passed Tuesday on a 30-20 party-line vote with all but one Democrat opposing the bill. It would prohibit eligibility for women who are transgender to play women's sports in the state. The bill now goes to the House of Representatives for consideration.
>>Former PSU Players On CFB HOF Ballot
(State College, PA) -- Some former Penn State football players are candidates for the National Football Foundation College Hall of Fame's class of 2023. Running backs Ki-Jana Carter, DJ Dozier and linebacker Paul Posluszny are on the ballot. Former player Glenn Killinger is also on the ballot as a coach. Killinger was inducted as a player in 1966.
>>"Domestic Rampage" Results in Three Injured, One Arrested
(Reading, PA) -- A Brecknock Township man has been arrested after police say he went on a "domestic rampage" at his home. Officials say he injured three people, including his wife, Saturday in the five-thousand block of Red Oak Lane. Justin Jacobs' wife called 911 to say her husband pushed her head through a wall, officers said. Another woman who lived there reported Jacobs punched her several times. He also reportedly attacked a man at the home. Jacobs is free on $20,000 bail to await a hearing after arraignment Monday night.
>>Young Woman Turns Self in for Fatal Hit-and-Run
(West Lampeter Township, PA) -- An 18-year-old woman has turned herself in for a hit-and-run in Lancaster County that left a man dead. Police say Anya Myers is charged with involuntary manslaughter and careless driving resulting in an unintentional death. She allegedly hit a man April 27th who was on a scooter in the 1800 block of Rockvale Road. Samuel King, who was 43, was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators say they identified the car involved through private surveillance cameras.
>>Reading Juneteenth Celebration Set For Weekend Of June 17th
(Reading, PA) -- The holiday that marks the end of slavery will be recognized during events June 17th to June 20th in Reading. Organizers say Juneteenth festivities will include a community family barbecue and ceremonies at two local churches. The first one will happen June 18th at St. John Missionary Baptist Church and another will happen at Holy Trinity Church of God on June 20th. That service will be followed by a community walk to support action on overcoming increasing violence in the area.
>>Leadership Class to Hold Graduation for First Time Since Pandemic
(Reading, PA) -- Leadership Berks will graduate 20 class members Wednesday. It's the first time that will have happened since June 2019, due to the coronavirus pandemic. The program, which has served Berks for more than 30 years, prepares volunteers to serve in leadership roles on nonprofit boards or committees.
>>City Announces Events for Mayor's Neighborhood Month
(Lancaster, PA) -- The City of Lancaster has announced three weekend events in June to mark the Mayor's Neighborhood Month. The idea is to get Lancaster residents out to connect with their neighbors and celebrate their community. The events will be hosted in conjunction with neighborhood groups within the city. There will be a Southeast Community Block Party on June 11th, a Community Cookout on June 15th in Culliton Park and a concert Friday, June 17th at Binns Park.
>>City Leaders Toss Around Curfew Possibility
(Philadelphia, PA) -- City leaders are considering new safety measures following the mass shooting on South Street. According to the Philadelphia Business Journal, some councilmembers are considering periodic street closures and curfews in the area of the deadly gunfire. No plans have moved forward just yet. The city closed off the area overnight on Sunday, one night after the deadly shooting.
>>City Mourns Loss of First Black TV Reporter
(Philadelphia, PA) -- City leaders are mourning the loss of Philly's first Black TV news reporter, Trudy Haynes. The news legend has passed away at the age of 95. Mayor Jim Kenney said in a tweet that Haynes 'broke the gender and racial ceiling' when she first got in the business. Haynes was recently awarded for her dedication to service over her lifetime.
>>Get Your Eagles Tickets
(Philadelphia, PA) -- It's never too early to start thinking about football. Single-game tickets for the Philadelphia Eagles home games are on sale. You can also snag your tickets for their training camp practice in August at The Linc. Details can be found on the Eagles website.