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Trump's Economy: Is It Really A-Plus-Perfect?

December 10, 2025

Donald Trump is out there, telling everyone how amazing the economy is under his leadership. He's giving it an "A-plus-plus-plus-plus-plus. " But do people really believe him? Not really. A big chunk of voters, 63% to be exact, don't think the economy is as great as he says. So, he's been rallying i

crime

A Suspect's Shock and the McDonald's Tip

December 10, 2025

Luigi Mangione found himself in the spotlight again, this time in Manhattan Criminal Court. The surprise on his face was clear when he saw the crowd outside the Pennsylvania courtroom during his arraignment for the alleged killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. This was back in December 202

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Taxpayer Funds and Security: What's Really Going On?

December 10, 2025

Pennsylvania's Governor, Josh Shapiro, is under scrutiny. A committee in the state legislature, led by Republicans, has decided to dig deeper into how Shapiro is using public money. They want to know about the security upgrades made to his private home. This comes after a firebombing incident at his

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Trump's Affordability Act: A Closer Look at the Numbers

December 10, 2025

In a surprising shift, President Trump is set to address the issue of affordability in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania. This comes after weeks of dismissing affordability concerns as a political ploy. The White House has announced that the president will focus on economic achievements, including lower ga

crime

The Manhunt That Ended at a Fast Food Joint

December 9, 2025

A man named Luigi Mangione was caught in a McDonald's. This happened in Altoona, Pennsylvania. It was December 9, 2024. The arrest ended a five-day search. The search was for the person who killed Brian Thompson. Thompson was the CEO of United HealthCare. He was shot in New York City. Mangione is i

business

Pennsylvania Contractor Wins Partial Tax Refund Battle

December 9, 2025

A construction contractor in Pennsylvania recently scored a partial victory in a tax dispute. The state's Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) ruled that the contractor deserved a refund for some taxes paid. The contractor had asked for a refund on taxes paid on building machinery and equipment given

finance

Taxpayer Wins Partial Refund in Pennsylvania's Keystone Opportunity Zone

December 9, 2025

In a recent decision, the Pennsylvania Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) gave a partial win to a taxpayer seeking a sales tax refund. The issue? The taxpayer had paid sales tax on items bought for use in the Keystone Opportunity Zone before getting the necessary exemption certificate. This certific

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Jahan Dotson: From Newark to NFL Stardom

December 9, 2025

Jahan Dotson, a rising star in the NFL, has a story that goes beyond his impressive stats. Born in Newark, New Jersey, he grew up in East Orange before moving to Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley. This change set the stage for his high school career at Nazareth Area High School, where he broke records wi

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Taxpayer Wins Partial Victory in Pennsylvania Tax Refund Case

December 6, 2025

A Pennsylvania company got some good news recently. The Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) said they could get part of their money back from taxes they paid. This was for the time between the end of 2021 and the start of 2024. The company makes parts that help join pipes together. They asked for a

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Pennsylvania Tax Board Makes Partial Decision on Sales Tax Case

December 6, 2025

A recent ruling by the Pennsylvania Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) has left a taxpayer with mixed results. The company, which deals in buying, selling, and repairing electronic products, had asked for a reduction in a sales tax assessment that covered the period from January 31, 2017, to Decembe