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It's what you need to know about what's happening in Pennsylvania, delivered to you in around 5 minutes every weekday morning by PennLive.com reporter Claudia Dimuro. "Today in Pa." brings you the biggest stories in the state, whether they're hard news, entertainment, sports or business.
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December 6, 2021
Joe Biden’s approval rating for COVID response down in Pennsylvania. State senator wants to bring back Turnpike toll booth workers. Harrisburg to pay cop for ‘psychological injury.’ Pa. towns rank among best for Christmas.
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December 3, 2021
Seventh handgun confiscated at LVIA. Philly airport starts displaying security checkpoints waiting time. State liquor, wine sales set record. Orbs spotted near LVIA.
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December 2, 2021
Woman attacked on SEPTA hours after anti-violence rally. Rioter sentenced for throwing concrete at occupied police vehicle. Roundabouts could be making Pennsylvania’s roads safer. Popular Pennsylvania doughnut chain a national favorite.
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December 1, 2021
Snapchat threat forces Pittsburgh schools to go remote. Butler college cyberattack reflects national trend. Local cosmetics company sued by L’Oréal over liquid foundation problems. Rare duck spotted in Philly.
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November 30, 2021
Pennsylvania gets first-ever statewide litter action plan. Penguins, Fenway finalize deal. More snow expected this week. Wawa named Pennsylvania’s biggest company.
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November 29, 2021
Philly reaches 500th homicide of the year. Electricity bills could rise as much as 50 percent. Port Authority prepping more clean-diesel buses. Pennsylvania could get official state candy.
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November 26, 2021
Medical marijuana growers have till end of month to report vape additives. Firearms deer season opens Saturday. Snow forecasted for today. Man stole Revolutionary War rifle.
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November 24, 2021
Aluminum shortage leaves Pa. hospitals short on crutches, walkers. Penn benefactor pulls donations over national anthem protests. State residents prepare to celebrate, travel for Thanksgiving. Pa. city listed as up-and-coming travel spot.
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November 23, 2021
A man intentionally drove towards an officer before leading police on a low-speed chase on Pittsburgh’s South Side. Exelon is transferring nuclear reactors, including some in Pennsylvania, to a newly created spin-off company. Mayor Bill Peduto and his ...
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November 22, 2021
SEPTA assault against Asian students believed to be racially motivated. Amish statue intentionally set on fire. State park concession stands switching to paper products. Giant pickle ornament returns to Pittsburgh.
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November 19, 2021
SEPTA, Philly school officials investigating students’ assault. Philly to install two Narcan vending machines. Pennsylvania’s roads get low marks in national study. Woman with cancer still intends to make it to Philly Marathon.
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November 18, 2021
Pennsylvania district attorneys now required to have active law licenses. Teacher receives complaint after reading racial slur aloud from “Of Mice and Men.” Rain on its way. Bible returned to owner after nearly 40 years.
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November 17, 2021
State House committee votes to endorse amendment guaranteeing right to refuse vaccines. DEP suggests limits on ‘forever chemicals.’ Original Phillie Phanatic could return next season. Coach’s pants caught fire during Penn State game.
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November 16, 2021
Bill could make Pennsylvania leader in psychedelic mushroom studies. Central Pa. gas prices over $1 higher than last year. LVIA shares Thanksgiving traveling advice. Missing Pennsylvania cat found in New York.
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November 15, 2021
Philly food cart owner beaten by high school students. Towns seek to keep tolls off I-79 bridge. Bald eagles seen acting strangely. Longest lunar eclipse of the century to occur this week.
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November 12, 2021
Gunman opens fire on police cruiser with Philly officers inside. Student may face criminal charges after fight in Wilkes-Barre high school. Lawyer takes pants off in courthouse. Two Pa. cities among best for sports fans.
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November 11, 2021
New form of fentanyl behind 75 overdoses. Pennsylvania among states with highest foreclosure starts increase. Heavy winds forecasted today. Nonprofit matches veterans with dogs.
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November 10, 2021
State DOH doesn’t have to disclose raw data of flu, pneumonia deaths. Philly School District staff may not be able to talk to media unless permitted. Turkey orders placed earlier than usual. No Pa. city ranked among best to celebrate Thanksgiving.
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November 9, 2021
Bills ending private election funding, Daylight Saving Time advance. Bars, restaurants can expand outdoor area where booze is served. I-81 to see lane restriction tomorrow. Preservationists restoring Philly Jewish cemetery.
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November 8, 2021
UPMC workers to strike. PHL won’t reopen economy parking. State Game Commission warns of increased deer activity on roads. This is Pennsylvania’s favorite Thanksgiving side dish.
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November 5, 2021
Judge wants triple-murder trial jurors to be mindful of implicit racial bias. Police presence heightened at Philly schools. Lawmaker seeks to ban schools’ use of Native American mascots, logos. Breweries participate in “Hops for Hunger.”
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November 4, 2021
Caregiver gets prison sentence for molesting disabled woman. More Afghan evacuees to remain in Pennsylvania than expected. Giant Eagle to close Thanksgiving. Man returns lost bag of money.
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November 3, 2021
Ambulances may take longer to arrive. Proposal could drive up Philly parking prices. State law requires life jackets to be worn through end of April. Some McDonald’s offering free tuition.
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November 2, 2021
Pennsylvania voters think government, politicians are state’s biggest problem. Treasurer criticizes Wolf’s state employee vaccine incentive. American Airlines cancellations may continue to affect PHL. Woman finds chicken head in wings.
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November 1, 2021
Here’s why purple paint spots are popping up on trees.
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