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The Morning Agenda

Sometimes, your mornings are just too busy to catch the news beyond a headline or two. Don’t worry. The Morning Agenda has got your six. Each weekday morning, host Karen Hendricks will keep you informed, amused, enlightened and up-to-date on what’s happening in central Pennsylvania and the rest of this great commonwealth.

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5:50

Another snow day, PPL prepares for potential outages,...

The Morning Agenda ·

2024/01/19

Central Pennsylvania is under a winter weather advisory until 10:00 tonight. Between two and four inches of snow is expected during the day. After recent winter weather caused power outages for tens of thousands of people, PPL is preparing to respond to issues during today’s storm. The number of human trafficking-related offenses in Pennsylvania decreased by nearly 41 percent from 2021 to 2022. But, it's important to know that looking at the number of offenses charged does not draw a full picture of

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7:41

Sweeping plan to tighten gun laws in Pa. includes a...

The Morning Agenda ·

2024/01/18

The state House Judiciary committee is trying to reform the state’s gun laws. A package of bills being sent to the Senate would ban military style weapons. Pennsylvania parents and caretakers could receive an extra chunk of change this tax season -- due to the expansion of the Child and Dependent Care Enhancement Tax Credit. A man accused of packing an explosive device in his luggage and trying to board a plane at Lehigh Valley International Airport has entered a guilty plea. A 20-year-old

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8:11

A move to restore dental services for adults covered...

The Morning Agenda ·

2024/01/17

Advocates and dentists are hopeful a proposal in the state House will restore dental services for adults with Medicaid coverage in Pennsylvania. Older adults and people with disabilities across the state a will now be eligible for property tax rebates. Central Pennsylvania is being turned into a new version of the classic board game. The city of York has experienced its lowest homicide rate in several years.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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6:42

Waking up to a blast of wintry weather, and the...

The Morning Agenda ·

2024/01/16

Depending on when you are listening, Central Pennsylvania is (or was) under a winter weather advisory until noon. From 10-1 to one-and-done, the Philadelphia Eagles’ collapse is complete. Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers are in a frustratingly familiar position. Martin Luther King Day is usually a time when people focus on actions they can take to better their community. One group in Chambersburg is trying to foster better ways to talk about racial justice. Future Farmers of America students

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10:58

Drones could be used help hunters in Pa. to find...

The Morning Agenda ·

2024/01/15

New research shows sharing where blood donations go and when they’re used could encourage blood donors to give again. Drones could soon be used in hunting in Pennsylvania, but only for the recovery of downed game. The Pittsburgh Steelers and Buffalo Bills will finally meet in the AFC playoffs late this afternoon. The Eagles play Tampa Bay tonight at 8:15 in the NFC playoffs. State Police are investigating an incident where a Carlisle man was fatally shot by borough police on Saturday afternoon. A

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8:47

Plan to boost funding for Pa.'s poorest schools...

The Morning Agenda ·

2024/01/12

Education advocates say the $5.4 billion school funding plan recommended by lawmakers represents a major shift for the Commonwealth. The proposal includes setting “adequacy targets” that define how much state funding a district would need to ensure its students get a fair shot. President Joe Biden is headed to the Lehigh Valley today. Pennsylvania’s economy will center around agriculture in 2024, according to Governor Josh Shapiro. Some of the Native Americans the National Park Service was supposed

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5:31

Record number enrolled for Pa.'s food assistance...

The Morning Agenda ·

2024/01/11

Despite low unemployment, enrollment in the state’s food assistance program has climbed to a record high of more than two million people. A new study from West Virginia University offers a promising path forward for treating Alzheimer's disease. The state is contributing $7.5 million for criminal defense for people who cannot afford a lawyer. The funding addresses Pennsylvania’s reputation as one of the only states in the country that did not fund public defense. A Central Pennsylvania community

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6:37

County prisons deal with staffing shortages, and...

The Morning Agenda ·

2024/01/10

County jails and prisons in Pennsylvania are making progress dealing with staffing shortages. Pennsylvanians are getting four extra days to sign up for subsidized health insurance through Pennie – the state-run marketplace exchange. The Commonwealth will soon use artificial intelligence in some of its operations. Young voters are emerging as a powerful voting bloc. Across Central Pennsylvania, many are hoping to make a difference in this year's presidential and U-S Senate races. Support WITF:

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6:12

William Penn statue will stay in Philadelphia, and...

The Morning Agenda ·

2024/01/09

The National Park Service is retracting a proposal to take down a statue of William Penn at a Philadelphia historical site as part of a renovation. A motion to move up the 2028 primary date in Pennsylvania is heading through the general assembly. Health care systems in Pennsylvania are gearing up to offer treatment for sickle cell disease in the new year. Who has the best mullet at the Pennsylvania Farm Show?Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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8:09

Rash of bomb threats at state capitols, and libraries...

The Morning Agenda ·

2024/01/08

At least a dozen state capitols have been the target of bomb threat hoaxes recently. Pennsylvania is not among them, but is prepared to respond, if necessary. The Philadelphia Eagles are limping into the postseason, while the Pittsburgh Steelers are soaring. State lawmakers are trying to tackle misuse of artificial intelligence in campaigns. A bill in the state House would increase the amount of electricity Pennsylvania gets from renewable sources. Libraries across the state are struggling

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15:41

Bracing for winter weather, food prices rising faster...

The Morning Agenda ·

2024/01/05

Forecasters are predicting between 2 and 6 inches of snow in Central Pennsylvania this weekend. Food prices are rising faster in Pennsylvania than any other state. The country’s largest indoor agricultural expo kicks tomorrow in Harrisburg and don't forget to check out the butter sculpture. The public schools that won a landmark school funding court case in last year are prepared to go back to court if necessary. For the first time in Lebanon County’s 211-year history, a woman is sitting on the

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7:37

Pa. Dutch court interpreters are ready to go, and...

The Morning Agenda ·

2024/01/04

For the first time, Amish and Mennonites will have access to Pennsylvania Dutch interpreters in court. Pennsylvania is now producing one gigawatt of solar energy–enough to power all the homes in Pittsburgh. Payments from natural gas companies to help offset the effects of drilling are likely to be lower for calendar year 2023. Tolls will be increasing on the Turnpike on Sunday.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:29

Bracing for snow. Maybe. Plus, Sen. Doug Mastriano...

The Morning Agenda ·

2024/01/03

Meteorologists expect the east coast to get hit with a snowstorm this weekend. But, it's not yet clear yet what it might bring to Central Pennsylvania. A lawsuit filed in Commonwealth Court seeks to take Congressman Scott Perry off the ballot for the Republican primary -- as he runs for re-election. Democratic state Senator Art Haywood is asking the Senate to investigate Republican Doug Mastriano. The Dubois City Council has fired former city manager John “Herm” Suplizio, who is accused of stealing

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8:22

Reminder: don't try to carry a gun on a plane, and...

The Morning Agenda ·

2024/01/02

After the TSA stopped a slew of loaded firearms from entering secured areas in Pennsylvania airports over the past year, state lawmakers are trying to toughen penalties for people attempting to carry a gun on a plane. Data on whether domestic violence increases during the holidays is inconclusive. But, help is available during a time that can be stressful for many. A new automated phone line offers pep talks, jokes and words of encouragement from Pennsylvania students. Pennsylvania U.S. Senator

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7:54

A move to make cursive mandatory in schools, and Gov....

The Morning Agenda ·

2023/12/22

Cyber attack targets Lancaster news website. President Biden has concerns about sale of US Steel. A review of new state laws taking effect in 2024.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:26

State money will help people who need a lawyer and...

The Morning Agenda ·

2023/12/21

Central York High School students are writing a book about their efforts to stop their district from banning books. Millersburg Borough votes not to put restrictions on a “Drag Dinner” event. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:57

Part of Pa.'s Clean Slate Legislation plan is now...

The Morning Agenda ·

2023/12/19

Pennsylvania’s “Clean Slate Legislation” is being expanded to help ensure minor technical violations of a probation sentence do not cause someone to be sent back to jail. The Pennsylvania State Police is building a new academy in Hershey. U.S. Steel will be acquired by the Japanese conglomerate Nippon Steel Corporation - under a $14.9 billion deal. The United Steelworkers union, which represents employees at U.S. Steel, isn't happy about it. Authorities say one person was found dead after an early

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7:46

Some Pa. growers are quickly running out of christmas...

The Morning Agenda ·

2023/12/18

If you celebrate Christmas and haven’t gotten your tree yet – things could get complicated. Two newly-elected Reading school board members begin serving their four-year terms in January. They both plan to address youth violence and mental health in the district. Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is questionable for tonight’s game at Seattle because of an illness. Penn State is working to complete a deal to make former Indiana coach Tom Allen its new defensive coordinator. The state has canceled a

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15:00

Pa. takes steps to allow some criminal records to be...

The Morning Agenda ·

2023/12/15

Pennsylvania has new laws to allow more criminal records to be sealed from public view and to try to reduce the number of people who are on probation or in jails. The state House Judiciary Committee is taking the first steps toward an amendment that would protect reproductive rights. The state House is back to a 101-101 partisan split with the resignation of one Democratic lawmaker. Masks will soon be required at all UPMC facilities. A midstate school board -- with five new Republican members seated

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