Much of the federal government is now shut down after Republicans and Democrats in the Senate failed to agree on a funding plan to keep the government open.

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Democrats support the proposal, which would increase Pennsylvania’s spending by 5% instead of the 8% Shapiro originally wanted.
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Regulators can’t force Rock Spring Water Company to sell to the willing State College authority, even though it's promising safe and affordable service.
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A State College man who has spent most of his life behind bars could get a new trial. The Centre County Court of Common Pleas ruled Thursday to overturn the conviction against Subramanyam "Subu" Vedam.
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A Centre County organization is starting a new program aimed at middle and high school students who are missing too much school with a goal of reaching young people before they end up in the court system.
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A new statewide survey is asking Latinos in Pennsylvania to share their needs and experiences, with a goal of giving policymakers and service providers a clearer picture of the challenges facing Latino residents.
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Most of the federal government is shut down after Congress failed to reach a funding agreement. We asked two House members — a Democrat and Republican — where they think talks go from here
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The show's suspension comes amid broader efforts to curb diversity at the institutional level. The next attempt to canonize the movement must learn lessons from its successes — and its missteps.
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Trump's pick to lead the agency tracking unemployment and inflation has withdrawn after withering criticism from across the political spectrum. The White House says a new nominee will be named soon.
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The Supreme Court has temporarily blocked President Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, a move that critics say would have compromised the central bank's independence
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