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Increases in opioid overdoses in Pennsylvania varied by county during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Commentary: Ex-juvenile lifer shows we can't give up on kids

Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey, who's grappling with an increase in youth crime, and Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald, who's pushing an expansive juvenile detention center, should talk to Antonio Howard. In truth, most adults could benefit from his insights on young people in trouble, and the myriad of mistakes grown…

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Security guard gets dragged by truck while trying to apprehend thief of three-foot foam carrot

Police say item was stolen from Easter display in Pennsylvania

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ICYMI: Top stories of the week

Each week, we bring you a collection of the most viewed stories from The Daily Brew, condensed. Here are the top stories from the week of March 13-March 17.

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On Nutrition: Are produce powders beneficial?

Sally K from Pennsylvania writes: "My husband and I read your article on nutrition in the Republican Herald. We are curious as to the benefits of Balance of Nature, Red Beet powder and other supplements that are heavily advertised on TV."

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Student caught on camera throwing woman's wheelchair down flight of stairs in nightclub

Mercyhurst University ice hockey student Carson Briere has been slammed after he was caught launching a wheelchair down stairs at Sullivan's Pub and Eatery in Erie, Pennsylvania, US

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More than 24,000 school board seats up for election in 2023

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When will Gillian Flynn write the next ‘Gone Girl’? Later. She’s a publisher now

CHICAGO — Margot Douaihy reached Chicago's Lincoln Park in a roundabout way. She grew up in Scranton, Pennsylvania. She came from a religious family and a long line of clergy. She went to Catholic school, but as she got older, Douaihy felt distanced from the church. She was queer and…

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Caterpillar workers ratify new 6-year contract with company

A six-year labor contract covers 7,000 workers in Central Illinois and Pennsylvania and offers 19% pay raises, a $6,000 bonus and 8% worth of lump-sum payments.

Chicago Sun-Times

New England and upstate New York brace for a winter storm

The storm's path could include parts of New England, upstate New York, northeastern Pennsylvania, and northern New Jersey, with snowfall totals expected to range from a few inches to a few feet.

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New England On Alert For Robust Nor’easter Early Week

Residents in the Northeast and New England are bracing for a powerful nor'easter as this week kicks off.

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Supermajority control of Wisconsin state Senate at stake in April 4 special election

Welcome to the Monday, March 13, Brew.

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Dave McCormick is eyeing another Senate run in Pennsylvania. His new book talks Trump, China and trade

PHILADELPHIA — He's hiring campaign aides. He's hosting parties for political insiders and forming a political committee to aid fellow Republicans.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

State supreme courts issued 135 opinions last week

State supreme courts issued 135 opinions between Feb. 27 and March 5. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court led the field with 39 opinions issued, followed by North Dakota with 10 and Mississippi with seven.

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Democrats will have one-vote majority in Pennsylvania House of Representatives after state legislator resigns

Pennsylvania State Rep. Mike Zabel (D) announced on March 8 that he would resign from the legislature on March 16. Earlier this month, three women—State Rep. Abby Major (R), Zabel’s former campaign manager, and a lobbyist—each accused Zabel of sexually harassing them in separate incidents over the past several years.

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Jonathan Bernstein: How Democrats are able to accomplish so much

One of the biggest political stories of 2022 was how the Republican Party fielded an unusually large number of weak candidates for Senate and gubernatorial primaries. Republicans’ failure to elevate candidates with wide appeal cost them dearly in the November midterms, when they bungled potentially winnable contests in Georgia, Pennsylvania…

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Joe Biden’s support for John Fetterman: ‘We’re with you, pal’

PHILADELPHIA — Before President Joe Biden got into the substance of his budget speech in Philadelphia on Thursday, he had a warm personal message for Sen. John Fetterman.

The Independent UK

Norfolk Southern CEO bringing apology, aid to Senate hearing

The chief executive of one of the nation’s largest railroads is coming to a Senate hearing with an apology and a commitment to send millions of dollars to the village on the Ohio-Pennsylvania border disrupted last month by a fiery derailment

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The Independent UK

Norfolk Southern CEO 'deeply sorry,' as senators ready probe

The chief executive of one of the nation’s largest railroads is preparing to tell a Senate committee he is “deeply sorry” for the fiery derailment last month on the Ohio-Pennsylvania border

The Independent UK

Pennsylvania lawmaker quits amid sex harassment allegations

A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is quitting the Legislature, a week after a union lobbyist accused him by name of having sexually harassed her four years ago

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Winter Fighting Back? 2 Snowstorms May Be On Deck For Northeastern US

With at least two storms, there will be more chances for snow in the Northeast in the upcoming weeks.

The Guardian - US

Diabolical liberty: after-school Satanists club threatens to sue district over ban

Club in Pennsylvania was initially approved to use facilities, but was rescinded after pushback from community members

Chicago Tribune

Commentary: Offering Precheck for free to boost the number of vetted flyers would optimize TSA security

Late last month, the Transportation Security Administration found a live explosive device in a checked bag month at Lehigh Valley International Airport in Pennsylvania. TSA officers took the appropriate actions and confirmed the find. Airport surveillance camera footage helped authorities identify a suspect, and the FBI made an arrest.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Doug Mastriano is considering running for US Senate in 2024, report says

PHILADELPHIA — State Sen. Doug Mastriano, the MAGA firebrand who lost the Pennsylvania governor’s race last year by double digits, is considering running for U.S. Senate in 2024, according to an article published Tuesday in Politico.

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Quick-hitting Snowstorm Blankets Pennsylvania, Reaches NYC

Up to 9 inches of snow fell in New York City during a brief snowfall that changed the sky.

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