Lancaster County

Pennsylvania's Department of Health launched a new measles tracking dashboard showing over 100 cases this year, primarily clustered in southeastern Pennsylvania, particularly Lancaster County. The dashboard provides case details and vaccination data, while the DOH promotes free MMR vaccinations and pop-up clinics to combat the outbreak.

The Charlotte region is expected to experience high temperatures, storms, and an air quality alert this weekend. Severe weather is likely on Sunday, with a cold front potentially lowering temperatures by mid-week.

Rain and thunderstorms return to the Charlotte region this weekend, with severe weather risks on Sunday. High temperatures in the upper 90s and a Code Orange Air Quality Alert are in effect Friday through Sunday, with storm coverage peaking on Sunday.

South Carolina lawmakers expressed shock following the death of Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham at 71. The Charlotte Knights' hitting coach contributed to the team's strong offensive performance, while severe storms uprooted a large tree in Lancaster County and caused potential flooding in the Carolinas.

Isolated thunderstorms are expected this evening with a severe thunderstorm watch until 9 p.m. for Chester, Lancaster, and Chesterfield counties. High temperatures will struggle to reach 80 degrees due to the Carolina Wedge, returning to the mid-90s by Thursday.

Severe thunderstorms with damaging winds, hail, and flash flooding were possible across the Carolinas, including the Charlotte region, on July 12-13, 2026. An EF-1 tornado had previously touched down in Cleveland County, and Duke Energy reported limited power outages during earlier storms.

Severe thunderstorms and potential tornadoes affected the Charlotte region on July 12, 2026, with active and expired weather alerts for multiple counties in North Carolina and South Carolina. Storms brought damaging winds, hail, flash flooding, and localized power outages, though widespread outages were not reported.

A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Lancaster County, South Carolina, through 3:45 p.m. on July 12, with 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail expected. Additional counties in the Charlotte region were under a severe thunderstorm watch until 9 p.m., with risks of damaging winds, flooding, and power line hazards.

Virginia’s new assault weapons ban faces legal challenges in multiple counties, stalling enforcement. Attorney General Jay Jones and Governor Abigail Spanberger defend the law, while lawsuits create a patchwork of temporary injunctions in Washington and Lancaster counties.

Severe storms across Pennsylvania caused widespread power outages and damage, with three deaths attributed to heavy winds. State and local officials coordinated cleanup efforts, with over 105,000 customers still without power as of Monday. Lancaster County was the most affected, and safety advisories were issued for generators and flood risks.

Two new measles cases have been reported in Chester County, Pennsylvania, as part of a regional outbreak affecting multiple counties with 77 cases since late April. Declining vaccination rates are contributing to increased vulnerability, with Pennsylvania recording 89 cases in 2026 compared to 16 in 2025 and 6 in 2024. The Chester County Health Department is implementing contact tracing and quarantine protocols.

Two men were injured after a twin-engine Beechcraft Baron plane crashed and caught fire in Lancaster County, South Carolina. The pilots reported engine trouble before the crash, which occurred just before 2 a.m. near Brooklyn Avenue. The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the incident.

A woman was killed in Union County after a truck driver reportedly fell asleep and crashed into her car. An airplane crashed in Lancaster County overnight, and Mt. Olive Pickles withdrew from a fair due to a Confederate flag display. A heat advisory is in effect for the 4th of July weekend in Charlotte.

Heat advisories were issued for nearly all Charlotte-region counties, effective at noon on Thursday, July 2, until 8 p.m. Weather officials warn of heat index values reaching 105-108°F, risking heat-related illnesses.

In 2023, a Pennsylvania school failed to report AI-generated sexually explicit images involving female students, as state law does not require reporting when minors produce child pornography. Pennsylvania has not closed this legal loophole despite rising AI technology, leaving victims without timely investigations. The General Assembly is urged to classify AI-generated child sexual abuse material as reportable abuse.

A judge in Lancaster County issued an injunction temporarily halting Virginia State Police from enforcing Virginia’s new assault weapons ban, which was set to take effect on July 1, as reported by the Attorney General Jay Jones’ Office.

A critically injured dog named Hope was found abandoned in Lancaster County, South Carolina, and is now recovering with a foster family. The SPCA and Lancaster County Animal Shelter are providing medical care and offering a $1,600 reward for information about her condition.

Lancaster County Council approved a $201 million budget focused on public safety, allocating funds for emergency services, new fire equipment, detention center staffing, and EMS improvements. The budget includes a one-mill property tax increase to support these initiatives and will take effect on July 1.

Lancaster County officials are investigating after a critically injured dog named Hope was found on a county road. Hope, estimated to be 8-12 years old, was severely underweight, infected, and had severe bone deformities in her paws. Officials suspect prolonged abuse or neglect, with possible rickets from malnutrition, and the sheriff's office has been notified.

Five individuals were arrested in Lancaster County, South Carolina, following a months-long investigation that led to the seizure of drugs, guns, and cash. The operation resulted in charges related to drug trafficking and firearm possession for Cedric Wright, Staci Mangum, Joshua Ray, Derrick Seegars, and Christopher Welch.

A Lancaster County woman has been charged with death by distribution in Union County. She was arrested in Lancaster County and ordered to be held at the Union County Detention Center without bond.

Central Pennsylvania fruit farmers, including Hollabaugh Bros. and Cherry Hill Orchards, are coping with significant crop losses from a late April freeze. The freeze caused total or partial losses for apricots, plums, apples, and peaches, with estimated state-wide specialty crop losses at $200 million. Farmers are relying on alternative revenue streams like retail sales, events, and pick-your-own activities while awaiting potential government aid.

A Lancaster County man has pleaded guilty to defrauding the pandemic broadband assistance program of over $741,000. The case involves unauthorized use of funds intended for broadband assistance during the pandemic.