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Pa. Turnpike Commission estimates millions will hit the road • Apr. 19, 2025, 3:07 AM ET (CBS)
Northeast Extension on Pennsylvania Turnpike reopens after crash involving 2 tractor-trailers • Apr. 16, 2025, 4:11 AM ET (CBS)
Northbound lanes of Northeast Extension closed in Lehigh County after tractor-trailer crash • Apr. 16, 2025, 2:42 AM ET (CBS)
Suspect shot and killed by police in chase that spanned from Ohio to Pennsylvania • Apr. 10, 2025, 12:35 AM ET (CBS)
Crash that began in Ohio closes part of Pa. Turnpike • Apr. 5, 2025, 4:44 AM ET (CBS)

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