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Justice Department formally moves to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug

WASHINGTON (AP) The Justice Department on Thursday formally moved to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug in a historic shift in generations of U.S. drug policy. A proposed rule sent to the federal register recognizes the medical uses of cannabis and acknowledges it has less potential for abuse than some of the nation's

Ligonier Twp. man accused of punching, strangling woman prior to hours-long standoff

Westmoreland County, PA Authorities in Westmoreland County say a Ligonier Township man is in custody following an hours-long standoff that began Sunday afternoon and ended early Monday morning. Police say at approximately 4:15 p.m. Sunday, officers were dispatched to a residence along Terrace Road for reports of a domestic disturbance.

Local reaction to new Boy Scouts name

Officials announced Tuesday that theyre changing the name Boy Scouts to Scouting America. This move towards gender inclusivity has seen mixed reactions from the public since its announcement. The name Scouting America comes from an effort by officials to welcome every youth and family in America. This is a major move from the name Boy

Rutter's closes deal to build new store in Richland Township

Cambria Co., PA (WJAC) Popular convenience store chain Rutter's has reportedly closed a deal to purchase over 8 acres of land along Scalp Avenue in Richland Township. Officials say the new store will be located at 1609 Scalp Ave., the site of the former Dewar's Auto shop.

SUV nearly swallowed as sinkhole opens in Pennsylvania town

EASTON, Pa. (CNN) An SUV was nearly swallowed by a sinkhole on Eastons southside. Watch this surveillance video that shows the ground cracking as the car drives towards a stop sign. The end of the SUV ends up below ground.