Aug. 09, 2019 /
![Gun reform could have several layers in Pa. as legislators push for 'red flag' law]()
Out of a varied wish list of gun reform measures in Pennsylvania, a proposed “red flag” law seems to have the most political momentum at the moment.
Aug. 09, 2019 /
![Pa. lawmakers, gun control advocates rally to change state firearms laws]()
Pennsylvania lawmakers and gun control advocates rallied at the statehouse Wednesday evening just a few days after mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton.
May. 02, 2019 /
![Who exactly is inspecting the welfare of animals on dairy farms?]()
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. (ABC7) — New developments in an exclusive 7 On Your Side investigation into the disturbing video at a dairy farm in Pennsylvania that supplied milk to Nestle.
Apr. 21, 2019 /
![PA lawmakers, regulators struggle to address PFAS chemical contamination]()
Pennsylvania lawmakers and regulators say they’re frustrated with the EPA’s lack of urgency to address PFAS chemicals impacting communities in southeast Pennsylvania. But the state is having trouble getting its own regulations in place, and some say there are actions the DEP could already be taking.
Apr. 18, 2019 /
![Pa. House approves reforms to child sex abuse laws; sends bills to Senate]()
The state House of Representatives on Wednesday completed work on its response to the four recommendations made by last year’s grand jury report on child sexual abuse by clergy in Catholic dioceses.
Apr. 12, 2019 /
![Stephens bill targets gun suicide prevention]()
A bill from state Rep. Todd Stephens would temporarily confiscate firearms owned by people in extreme emotional crisis.
Feb. 14, 2019 /
![Lawmakers, others have mixed reaction to EPA’s PFAS action plan]()
Lawmakers said Thursday’s action was a start, but more action was needed.
Feb. 14, 2019 /
![Wheeler calls EPA plan to address water pollution 'comprehensive']()
PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — The acting director of the Environmental Protection Agency was in Philadelphia on Thursday to announce what’s being billed as the "first-ever, comprehensive national plan" to address contaminants in drinking water, especially around military bases like the Horsham Airbase. Critics say it’s a start, but a lot more needs to be done.
Feb. 12, 2019 /
![On guns, California wants to be a model for states. Should that matter to Pennsylvania?Should]()
Background checks for ammunition sales. A lifetime gun ownership ban on anyone convicted of domestic violence. A sales limit of one gun per person per month.
Jan. 09, 2019 /
![This gun reform has bipartisan support in PA — and surprising opposition]()
Across the state in Pittsburgh on Monday, hundreds of pro-gun protesters — many of whom were armed — gathered to loudly oppose bills inspired by a massacre at a synagogue just a few miles away.
Dec. 04, 2018 /
![PFAS water contamination concerns aired at state hearing]()
Pennsylvania is developing plans to address PFAS — chemicals found in watersheds outside Philly — while others urge more research.
Sep. 28, 2018 /
![Local lawmakers announce $224K grant for Korean War memorial]()
Plans for a Korean War Memorial and Peace Park have gotten a big boost, thanks to a state grant announced by several local lawmakers Thursday.
Aug. 24, 2018 /
![Upper Dublin parents asked to send kids to school with bottled water]()
HORSHAM, Pa. (WPVI) -- Parents in the Upper Dublin School District are being asked to send their children to school with bottled water, and one state representative is calling for school officials to do more.
Jul. 31, 2018 /
![Rep. Todd Stephens celebrates one-year anniversary of animal cruelty law]()
The Horsham dog park hosted an anniversary party for Libre’s Law, an animal cruelty bill passed last year that strengthens the state’s animal abuse laws.
May. 24, 2018 /
![Raise red flags to prevent gun violence]()
When those with extensive experience or expertise address an issue in which they are highly familiar, it behooves us to listen.
May. 23, 2018 /
![House lawmakers considering bill to disarm people who might cause harm]()
HARRISBURG, Pa. — State lawmakers are considering a bill that would help disarm people who may be a threat to themselves or others.
May. 23, 2018 /
![Pennsylvania lawmakers eye tougher firearms bills related to mental health and domestic violence]()
Eric Roe doesn’t remember a time before school shootings.
May. 23, 2018 /
![Lawmakers launch flurry of activity aimed at school safety]()
HARRISBURG — With another mass school shooting spurring them, lawmakers engaged in a spate of activity Tuesday aimed at making schools safer from threats of violence.
May. 22, 2018 /
![Montco Republican's Gun Bill Gains National Attention]()
NORTH WALES, PA — A Republican state representative's proposed gun legislation is gaining national attention and praise from both sides of the aisle.
Feb. 22, 2018 /
![Pa. bill would take guns from people deemed ‘extreme risk’]()
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – A Pennsylvania lawmaker says he’ll introduce legislation to help families and prosecutors prevent suicides and gun violence.