Democratic State Committee members endorsed David Wecht today as their nominee for Superior Court, ultimately defeating colleague and Allegheny native Robert Colville by acclamation.

About 12 student protesters gathered outside Penn State’s Rec Hall to protest President Obama’s remarks on energy innovation today. The students were representatives from the group Young Americans for Freedom. Samuel Settle, the group’s leader, said he believes Obama is forcing alternative energy sources onto citizens.

State Rep. and former Lt. Governor candidate Scott Conklin is excited about President Obama’s choice of Penn State for today’s major policy speech. He added that the President’s economic plans are essential for America’s global competitiveness.

Opponents of Marcellus Shale drilling and the controversial “fracking” process had their voices heard during today’s inauguration of Governor Tom Corbett. Watch this video of protesters on their way up to the Capitol.