Matt Cartwright

Gov. Josh Shapiro has sued the USDA over the termination of a three-year, $13 million dollar food assistance contract. But that's only one issue taxing Pennsylvania's food assistance programs. And, former Congressman Matt Cartwright explains his decision not to run again in 2026.

Fewer people may be able to get produce at farmers markets this summer. There are fewer farmers market vouchers available and their distribution is delayed. And, former U.S. Rep. Matt Cartwright will not run for Congress again next year.

Cartwright confirmed he will not run for Congress again at a Thursday morning press conference. His decision sets off a search for a suitable Democrat who can defeat Republican Rep. Rob Bresnahan next year.

With the six-term Democratic congressman out of the race, potential challengers to Republican U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan for the 8th Congressional District seat have begun to emerge. The district includes all of Lackawanna, Wayne and Pike counties, roughly Luzerne County's eastern half and most of Monroe County.

Pennsylvania's Department of Health is evaluating cancer data in the area surrounding the former manufacturing plant in Lackawanna County that operated over decades as Specialty Records, WEA Manufacturing, and Cinram.

WVIA's Roger DuPuis and Borys Krawczeniuk talk about progress on plans to restore rail service between Scranton and New York City.

Decision aligns with House Speaker Mike Johnson's advice to avoid in-person town halls, but Bresnahan spokeswoman said he isn't heeding Johnson's advice, only trying to hear from more people. Online sign-up page limits participation to listeners within the district.

The Lackawanna County commissioners voted to appoint former U.S. Rep. Matt Cartwright to the Pennsylvania Northeast Regional Railroad Authority board.

New congressman promises to keep NEPA top of mind as Republicans plan agenda focused on border security and curbing inflation.

Trump won; Casey, Cartwright and Wild lost; Luzerne flipped; and Scranton said farewell to former Mayor Jim Connors.