June 3, 2026 5:08 am
ROSS TOWNSHIP, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) continues to host public input hearings about a proposed rate increase for People’s Natural Gas customers. A residential customer could see their monthly bill go up about $16 a month from $122 to $138, according to Peoples. If approved, the company said the rate increase would allow Peoples to earn a fair return on investments and continue to improve infrastructure. “The pipelines gas flows through are vitally important to continue to maintain and improve, and so, really, that’s in large part what this about, to continue to invest in the system and deliver safe, reliable service for customers,” said Nick Paradise of Peoples Gas. Critics believe Peoples Gas is looking to help its shareholders more than customers. In the end, a judge will make a recommendation to commissioners, who will then make a final decision. That’s due by December 26.
June 4, 2026 5:11 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House for the first time has approved a war powers resolution that would halt the U.S. military action against Iran. Wednesday’s action defied President Donald Trump as a handful of Republicans joined with Democrats to end the three-month-long war. House Speaker Mike Johnson had tried to prevent an outcome that would show the mounting opposition to the war. But displeasure has only grown as the conflict drags on. The roll call Wednesday was 215-208, but next steps are uncertain. Trump would likely reject any measure from Congress to limit his authority.
June 4, 2026 5:12 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump insists he’s comfortable with the current holding pattern in the Iran war. But he’s facing warnings from foes and allies alike that he’s getting boxed in on a conflict that he sold as a quick military incursion. There’s growing concern inside the administration and from key advisers and allies that Trump now finds himself in a bind. That’s according to a U.S. official and another person familiar with the administration’s internal deliberations who requested anonymity to discuss private conversations. He’s buffeted by Democrats looking to seize on surging global oil prices sparked by the war and warnings from hawkish members of his base that an early exit from the conflict would amount to capitulation.
June 4, 2026 5:14 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States has imposed sanctions on Cuba’s President Miguel Díaz-Canel, along with four other individuals, according to a filing Thursday on the U.S. Treasury Department website. Included in the sanctions are Alejandro Castro Espín, the son of former President Raúl Castro, who served as the first secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba and nephew of Fidel Castro, who was the leader of Cuba from 1959 to 2008. The sanctions come after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order expanding sanctions against the island.
June 4, 2026 5:17 am
NEW YORK (AP) — SpaceX says it plans to raise up to $75 billion when it goes public this month, setting the stage for the largest-ever stock market debut and putting Elon Musk on course to becoming the world’s first trillionaire. The company, formally known as Space Exploration Technologies Corp., said Wednesday it will sell 555.6 million shares at $135 each in an initial public offering. The offering would give SpaceX a market value of $1.77 trillion. Only six companies in the S&P 500 are currently worth more. The estimated proceeds from the SpaceX IPO would easily top the $26 billion raised by oil giant Saudi Aramco in 2019.
June 3, 2026 5:56 pm
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House for the first time has approved a war powers resolution that would halt the U.S. military action against Iran. Wednesday’s action defied President Donald Trump as a handful of Republicans joined with Democrats to end the three-month-long war. House Speaker Mike Johnson had tried to prevent an outcome that would show the mounting opposition to the war. But displeasure has only grown as the conflict drags on. The roll call Wednesday was 215-208, but next steps are uncertain. Trump would likely reject any measure from Congress to limit his authority.
June 3, 2026 2:43 am
The education period for Paul Miller’s Law, which bans hand-held cell phone use while driving, is coming to an end this week. State police are warning motorists to prepare for enforcement of the handsfree law. Trooper Rocco Gagliardi explains that this includes checking your phone when stopped at a red light or stuck in traffic. Motorists can expect a $50 fine for the citation as well as court costs and fees. Jim Garrity, the Director of Public & Legislative Affairs for AAA East Central recommends that drivers investigate functions that will cut back on distracted driving, including a phone’s “Do Not Disturb” feature. While there are mixed opinions about this law, it is important for drivers to educate themselves and do their part to make driving safer. The law goes into effect on Friday, June 5th.
June 3, 2026 5:09 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans are weighing their next steps after the Trump administration’s announcement that it is scrapping a $1.8 billion settlement fund for the president’s allies who claim to have been politically prosecuted. That announcement Tuesday could help Republicans move forward on President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement agenda. GOP senators had revolted against the fund and pressured the Trump administration to change course. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said in testimony Tuesday that the fund was being dropped altogether. But Democrats are still promising to force votes on the fund once the Senate takes up immigration enforcement legislation, leaving the path ahead uncertain.
June 3, 2026 5:07 am
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Two Democrats and a Republican are leading in early returns in California’s crowded primary in the race to replace Gov. Gavin newsom. They are Democrats Xavier Becerra, a former state attorney general and U.S. health secretary, and Tom Steyer, a billionaire climate activist; and Republican conservative commentator Steve Hilton. All have sought to convince voters that they are best prepared to lead the most populous state and one of the world’s largest economies. The campaign has tested voters’ appetites for an experienced politician or candidates promising change. A main theme was lowering the cost of living in the state.
June 3, 2026 5:04 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Trade Representative says the Trump administration is proposing tariffs of 10% or more for dozens of major trading partners following a probe into alleged forced labor. The report released early Wednesday by the USTR said Canada, Mexico, Taiwan and the United Kingdom would face 10% tariffs for allegedly failing to enforce a forced labor import ban. A 12.5% additional tariff would be imposed on China, Japan, India, South Korea, Brazil and Switzerland. The new tariffs would not take effect immediately. They are subject to public comment and review. The investigation under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 would enable President Donald Trump to skirt court-imposed limits on his tariffs.
