Matthew Rink is a sprint reporter at the PA State Team for the USA Today Network. He covers a diverse range of important stories, focusing on government and politics, elections, and public policy, while also exploring themes in the food and beverage industry. Matthew's work has been featured in numerous publications, including Yahoo News, USA Today, and the Bucks County Courier Times.
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By: Matthew Rink
USA TODAY NETWORK April 10, 2026, 4:55 a.m. ET Keep Watching
A Pennsylvania man has pleaded guilty to making death threats against Donald Trump, Elon Musk and ICE agents on YouTube.
Pennsylvania's efforts to legalize recreational marijuana have stalled despite a decade passing since medical use was approved.
USA TODAY NETWORK April 23, 2026, 2:48 p.m. ET The federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program doesn't allow recipients to buy hot food that's been prepared to eat immediately.
By: Matthew Rink
Gov. Josh Shapiro urged Erie County Democrats to engage in the upcoming midterm election. Shapiro is seeking a second term as governor amid speculation of a 2028 presidential run.
U.S. Sen. John Fetterman, under fire from fellow Democrats and facing calls to resign, penned a Washington Post op-ed Thursday saying he has no plans to abandon his party.
Matthew Rink, USA TODAY NETWORK After projecting a potential shortfall in power supply during peak demand events in summer 2025 , the regional
By: Matthew Rink
USA TODAY NETWORK May 15, 2026, 4:55 a.m. ET Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is highlighting his first-term accomplishments while campaigning for reelection.
By: Matthew Rink
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and state Treasurer Stacy Garrity won their uncontested primaries, setting up a high-stakes general election.
Jason Richey won the GOP nomination for lieutenant governor, defeating John Ventre. He will run with Stacy Garrity.
