Tom Lehman is a Political Reporter at WGAL. With a strong background in government and politics, Tom has covered a range of topics including elections, public policy, and legislation, while also delving into agriculture and farming issues. He has been featured in various outlets including WTAE-TV Pittsburgh and WDSU-TV, showcasing his expertise in both general assignment news and competitive sports.
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Senate Republicans said they'll return after July 4 to pass a final budget agreement
By: Tom Lehman
A heat wave is driving up electricity demand in Pennsylvania, prompting lawmakers to consider repealing a 5.9% sales tax on electricity to help residents manage rising costs.
Harrisburg is set to celebrate the Fourth of July this weekend with fireworks, food trucks, and events on both sides of the Walnut Street Bridge over the Susquehanna River.
By: Tom Lehman
Thousands of residents in Cumberland County are still without power as cleanup efforts continue in the aftermath of damaging weekend storms.
By: Tom Lehman
After missed deadlines, Harrisburg must reallocate funds from a number of departments and programs to offset $1.9 million in bills for park projects that won't be covered by state grant funding and weigh how to repay $2.3 million to the state for equipment that was purchased but not installed in time.
The Trump administration has warned Pennsylvania election officials that they could face criminal charges if non-citizens are allowed to vote in upcoming elections.
Pennsylvania lawmakers are back at the state Capitol to work on finalizing the state budget, which is now more than a week overdue.
Senate lawmakers returned to Harrisburg Friday night for committee meetings, advancing several pieces of legislation but not yet the state budget bill, as both chambers plan to remain in session through the weekend.
Two sources familiar with the matter tell News 8's Political Reporter Tom Lehman a $50.8 billion budget deal has been struck between legislative leaders.
By: Tom Lehman
A Pennsylvania state Supreme Court declaring skill games machines to be slot machines has left their legal fate uncertain as lawmakers must act by mid October to legalize them.
