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Mark Pinsley announced his candidacy for the May 19 Democratic primary for the 16th state Senate District, becoming the fourth Democrat to enter the race against incumbent Republican Jarrett Coleman.
Mark Pinsley announced his decision to withdraw from the PA-07 Democratic congressional primary, citing insufficient funds to financially support his campaign.
Mark Pinsley, a candidate for Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District, attended a town hall in south Bethlehem to discuss immigration enforcement with fellow Democratic candidates.
Mark Pinsley's campaign for the Pennsylvania 7th Congressional seat raised $52,000 during the fourth quarter of 2025 from individual donations.
Mark Pinsley proposed creating a public database to document actions by U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement to hold officers accountable for abusive conduct.
Mark Pinsley announced that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Department of Homeland Security owe over $100,000 in unpaid rent for Allentown office space and publicly urged the county to evict the federal tenants.
Jeani Garcia, executive director of Promise Neighborhoods of the Lehigh Valley, spoke at a candlelight vigil for shooting victims Sarah Rice and Greg Johnson, emphasizing the community's need for ongoing support.
After nine months serving as interim leader, Jeani Garcia officially became Executive Director of Promise Neighborhoods of the Lehigh Valley, effective January 1, 2026.
Jeani Garcia was named to the Public Safety Subcommittee for Lehigh County Executive-Elect Josh Siegel's transition team, with committee meetings beginning in December.
Mark Pinsley visited 69 News to share updates on the case involving Dr. Debra Esernio-Jenssen, accused of misdiagnosing child abuse, discussing the ongoing situation and its impact.
Rashid Santiago was listed as a candidate for Magisterial District Judge in District 31-1-02 in the November 4, 2025 general municipal election, running on both Democratic and Republican ballots.
City Administrator Luis Campos commented on two proposed parking lot lease agreements removed from the council agenda, stating issues remained with both deals but neither contract was falling through.
Jeani Garcia was appointed to serve on the executive committee for Pennsylvania's Office of Gun Violence Prevention, joining 28 other advocates and experts.
Mark Pinsley's campaign raised $72,606 during the third quarter, covering the two months since he announced his congressional candidacy.
City Administrator Luis Campos announced Easton will host the 2026 PA Latino Convention, expressing enthusiasm for the event and citing the city's diverse and large Latino population.
Mark Pinsley presented an overview of his review of the county's guardian ad litem program, identifying problems with transparency, accountability, and inconsistent documentation and compensation practices.
Jeani Garcia, with Promise Neighborhoods, organized the first Kareem's Community Day at Fountain Park in Allentown to honor her late son and unite the community, especially its youth.
Luis Campos was appointed Chair of the Governor's Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs for the 2025-27 advisory board, serving alongside 26 other commissioners.
Mark Pinsley announced his candidacy for Congress in the 7th Congressional District during summer 2025, entering the race as a Democrat.
Mark Pinsley filed his statement of candidacy with the Federal Election Commission to run for the 7th Congressional District seat in 2026.
