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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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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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October 29, 2021
Pennsylvania cities not listed among top best for celebrating Halloween.
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October 28, 2021
Satanists convince school to alter dress code. Proposed project would convert Pittsburgh streetlights to LED. Sidney Crosby a “day-to-day” injury. Bank pays electric bills for Scranton Electric City sign.
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October 27, 2021
Felony charge dropped against man who ‘stole’ 43 cents. SEPTA releases service interruption plan. 2022 date revealed for trout season opening day. Dog saved from fire.
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October 26, 2021
Twitter suspends congressman over Dr. Rachel Levine post. Pa. school district increases sub teacher pay by 110 percent. Program matches seniors with those looking for affordable housing. Skeleton hundreds of years old found in Philly school.
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October 25, 2021
A Delaware County prosecutor has said that the story of how SEPTA passengers merely pulled out their phones and recorded a woman’s rape is false. The North Allegheny school board is looking to consider a policy change that would give its members the au...
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October 22, 2021
UPMC accused of not giving medical exemptions for school mask mandate. Homeless “bill of rights” to be presented in Luzerne County. Salmonella outbreak in 37 states, Pennsylvania included. Foundation gives out free Halloween costumes.
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October 21, 2021
Brinks truck driver defends himself against robbery using own gun. Brewers worry over York City’s proposed wastewater system sale. Casinos win big with September revenue. Weird laws that still exist.
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October 20, 2021
Instead of intervening, SEPTA passengers seemingly pulled out their phones and recorded a woman’s rape. The Port Authority’s plan to rebrand itself remains paused because of the COVID-19 pandemic. It may be warmer today, but rest assured, cold is comin...
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