PennDOT is Adding Truck Parking Spaces Across the State to Improve Road Safety      

PennDOT is creating 1,202 truck parking spaces across the state to help improve road safety and reduce risky traffic behaviors.

PennDOT-owned land will be converted into parking and rest areas for truckers, along with updated signage.

The expansion is expected to be completed through 2026 and is running alongside various other statewide road safety initiatives. 

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New Berks County Nonprofit Builds a Mutual Aid Network

Stuart Wells, a Berks County writer and historian, has founded the mutual aid network Birdsboro Shares.

The network allows neighbors to share resources and skills with one another.

SpotlightPA discusses mutual aid networks and the mission and goals of Birdsboro Shares.

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Job Growth Up in Philly, But Many Downtown Offices Remain Vacant

Since 2020, Philadelphia has seen a 13.6 percent increase in job growth as multiple sectors experience a post-pandemic revival.

However, many office spaces around the city remain empty as remote work and redevelopment become more prevalent.

This article discusses potential solutions for reimagining vacant urban workspaces.  



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Views of AI Around the World

Across the world, adults are becoming increasingly aware of the evolving role of artificial intelligence in everyday life.

Regulation is a main issue around the use of artificial intelligence, and 34 percent of respondents reported that they are more concerned than excited about increasing use of AI.

The Pew Research Center discusses findings on global views on AI.  

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Rethinking Responsibility in Global Food Systems

Climate events, global conflict, and processing foods have influenced both childhood malnourishment and childhood obesity.

Food insecurity is also changing childhood nutrition and health.

Brookings Research explores the rise of hunger and obesity and how new security frameworks can help address gaps in healthy food access.  



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The Economic Impact of America’s Child Care Gap

The United States is facing significant gaps in childcare, with many families lacking access to affordable and consistent childcare services.

This can force parents to limit work hours, reject employment opportunities, or leave the workforce entirely.

The Bipartisan Policy Center discusses the economic loss caused by childcare-based challenges. 



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