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Pennsylvania Senate passes bill to bar universities and pension funds from divesting from Israel
Pennsylvania’s state Senate approved legislation Thursday that would block state aid from going to any university that boycotts or divests from Israel, following pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses across the country that included demands for divestment.
The measure, which passed by a vote of 41 to 7, also would bar the state treasurer and public pension systems from boycotting or divesting from Israel’s government or commercial financial activity in that country.
The bill won support from all but one Republican and most Democrats. It now goes to the House.
Supporters of the legislation said it was motivated by a desire to support an ally nation in its war with Hamas, to fight a rising tide of antisemitism in the United States and to alert state-subsidized universities that they must protect Jewish students from threats and bullying by anti-Israel protesters.
The bill was opposed by some of the Senate’s more liberal members, including Democrat Art Haywood, who said he was concerned that it would restrict free speech.
Fellow Democratic Sen. Steve Santarsiero, who was a sponsor, disputed that the bill infringes on freedom of speech and said students and faculty will still be able to protest peacefully.
The bill does not punish universities that make investment decisions to fulfill their fiduciary responsibility to maximize returns, and it has has no impact on personal college investment accounts or student loans, Santarsiero said.
Another supporter, Democratic Sen. Judy Schwank, said she hopes it sends a message to college administrators and boards of trustees that are responsible for campus safety.
“Bodily harm, death threats, go beyond just hurt feelings and they certainly stretch the limits of free speech,” Schwank said.
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Pennsylvania Lottery Powerball, Pick 2 Day results for Jan. 18, 2025
The Pennsylvania Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025 results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from Jan. 18 drawing
14-31-35-64-69, Powerball: 23, Power Play: 2
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Winning Pick 2 numbers from Jan. 18 drawing
Day: 4-8, Wild: 3
Evening: 1-2, Wild: 3
Check Pick 2 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 3 numbers from Jan. 18 drawing
Day: 4-5-0, Wild: 3
Evening: 7-1-7, Wild: 3
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Winning Pick 4 numbers from Jan. 18 drawing
Day: 9-0-4-3, Wild: 3
Evening: 5-0-9-1, Wild: 3
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 5 numbers from Jan. 18 drawing
Day: 3-5-3-9-8, Wild: 3
Evening: 5-6-3-2-3, Wild: 3
Check Pick 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash4Life numbers from Jan. 18 drawing
04-21-22-25-41, Cash Ball: 01
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Winning Cash 5 numbers from Jan. 18 drawing
04-09-19-20-38
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Winning Treasure Hunt numbers from Jan. 18 drawing
02-04-06-16-20
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Winning Match 6 Lotto numbers from Jan. 18 drawing
01-05-08-15-24-32
Check Match 6 Lotto payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Powerball Double Play numbers from Jan. 18 drawing
07-34-40-48-57, Powerball: 17
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
- Sign the Ticket: Ensure your ticket has your signature, name, address and phone number on the back.
- Prizes up to $600: Claim at any PA Lottery retailer or by mail: Pennsylvania Lottery, ATTN: CLAIMS, PO BOX 8671, Harrisburg, PA 17105.
- Prizes from $600 to $2,500: Use a Claim Form to claim at a retailer or by mail: Pennsylvania Lottery, ATTN: CLAIMS, PO BOX 8671, Harrisburg, PA 17105.
- Prizes over $2,500: Mail your signed ticket with a Claim Form or in person at a Lottery Area Office (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.).
Lottery Headquarters is currently not open to the public. Visit the PA Lottery website for other office locations near you.
When are the Pennsylvania Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 2, 3, 4, 5: 1:35 p.m. and 6:59 p.m. daily.
- Cash4Life: 9 p.m. daily.
- Cash 5: 6:59 p.m. daily.
- Treasure Hunt: 1:35 p.m. daily.
- Match 6 Lotto: 6:59 p.m. Monday and Thursday.
- Powerball Double Play: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Pennsylvania editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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Final Call Snowfall Forecast for Sunday’s Snowstorm in Pennsylvania
Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories have been issued by the NWS ahead of our short, but potent snowstorm that is on tap for Sunday. Travel will be dangerous Sunday afternoon and evening in most of the state, and it’ll be one of those days to stay inside and watch a snowy Eagles playoff game.
On the graphic below, you will also see Extreme Cold Watches in Western and Northern PA, issued for Monday to Thursday. There is a strong chance schools will be closed for multiple days this coming week due to the threat of frostbite. We will have those details on Sunday!
Snowstorm Timing
Light snow will move into Southern PA from SW to NE on Sunday morning between 9 – 11 AM. The leading edge of snow will push northeast towards I-80 around lunchtime, meanwhile snow will become heavy in Southern and Eastern Pennsylvania.
Heavy snow will continue generally along and east of the I-81 corridor through Sunday afternoon, while light to moderate snow falls near I-99 and Route 15 in Northern PA. As we head into the evening, snow will lighten up from SW to NE and begin to move out.
This will be a fluffy snow, which means it won’t be too exhausting to shovel. However it also means as winds kick up behind the storm for the next few days, snow drifts over roadways will be a concern along with the life-threatening cold temperatures.
Below are timing charts for this storm. If you do not see your location, please find the nearest city or area.
Below is the latest future radar from the Hi-Res Rapid Refresh Model as of Saturday evening, lining up with the timing shown above. You will also notice a small chance of mixing in Philadelphia, as well as lake effect snow in NWPA.
Area A: Snowfall accumulation of 6 – 8″ expected. Snow-covered roads will cause dangerous travel conditions soon after snow begins through early Monday morning.
Area B: Snowfall accumulation of 4 – 6″ anticipated. Roads will become snow-covered, making travel inadvisable after snow starts into early Monday AM.
Area C: Snowfall accumulation of 2 – 4″ expected. Snow-covered roads will lead to very poor travel conditions.
Area D: Snowfall accumulation of 1 – 2″ anticipated. Secondary roads may be covered by snow, causing slippery travel.
Be sure to share this forecast with friends and family!
More details on the harsh cold next week will be posted Sunday.
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