Good morning, Harrisburg.

A crash occurred around 12:15 p.m. Thursday near Exit 72 in Lower Paxton Township that blocked I-81's southbound lanes and backed traffic up for several miles — northbound lanes also experienced delays and it is unclear if anyone was injured.

North Middleton Township police said they were called to Creek View Park around 8 a.m. when they found the restroom wall spray-painted and new picnic tables damaged by a knife or saw-type instrument—officials said the incident occurred between Wednesday and Thursday morning.

Governor Shapiro said his administration has helped over 300 steelworkers in Steelton who lost their jobs when the plant closed on June 30, and workers received guidance on unemployment, career counseling, and health insurance options—union leaders added that a buyer is being sought to lessen the plant’s downtime. The state’s Labor & Industry officials held Rapid Response Information Meetings to support workers built by years of community service at the historic mill.

Pennsylvania State Police announced increased enforcement for the Fourth of July weekend to reduce crashes and injuries on busy roads.

Troopers will target speeding, aggressive driving, or suspected impaired driving while the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission offers $20 Uber vouchers for the Sober Ride Home program from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m. from July 3 through July 5—encouraging safe travel practices in Cumberland, Dauphin and Perry counties.

The House returned a spending plan with an 18% cut to Medicaid funding that critics say may force hospitals to reduce services or close.

Hospital leaders warned that rural facilities already facing losses might suffer more—rising costs and staff shortages could worsen the problem— if the cuts become law.

The Senate passed a 940-page budget bill that includes $4.5 trillion in tax cuts and $350 billion for border security while critics warn it may cut help such as Medicaid and SNAP.

The state’s Department of Human Services said the work rule could force over 300,000 people off Medicaid and cost more than $25 million to build a new tracking system — officials warned that those costs would fall on Pennsylvania.

An Evening with Max Monroe

6-8:30 p.m. — Books-A-Million — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a night of laughter, swoons, and book signing with bestselling authors Max Monroe and Lucy Score.

Umphrey's McGee Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — XL Live — Check website for price — Experience the fun of Umphrey's McGee's Cruising Altitude 2025 Tour.

Sunset Music & Movie Series

7-8:30 p.m. — Fort Hunter Mansion and Park — Free entry — Experience a fantastic family-friendly performance featuring '100 Years of Broadway' in a picturesque park setting.

PCTM 2025 Conference: Math in Motion

5:00 PM – 4:30 PM — Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center — Group discounts available — Explore how math empowers educators to transform learning.

Mecum Auto Auction

8:00 – 9:30 AM — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of bidding on classic cars while supporting a charitable cause.

Mecum Auto Auction Event

8:00 – 9:30 AM — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — Tickets available through a resale marketplace — A chance to bid on unique vehicles and support a good cause.

Afrosoul Latin Fest

5-10 p.m. — Reservoir Park — Free entry — Close out the summer series with high-energy rhythms and a night of dancing.

Russell Dickerson Concert

7-9 p.m. — Riverfront Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of country music with Russell Dickerson as part of the Dauphin County Live Concert Series.

Michael Carbonaro Live

7:30-9 p.m. — Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts — Ticketed event — Experience the magic and comedy of Michael Carbonaro from truTV's The Carbonaro Effect.