Today in PA | A PennLive daily news briefing with Claudia Dimuro

SPS Technologies was hit with a class action lawsuit following that recent factory fire in Montgomery County. AI cameras will start keeping an eye on Philadelphians soon. A classic ride won’t be coming back this year. Finally, one official thinks Pennsylvania’s state song needs a makeover.

This detention center will house ICE detainees. Pennsylvania is seeing a rise in card skimmers. The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission just took the first step in revamping an interchange. Also, this dinner got “wild.”

SEPTA’s getting ready to debut its new look. Also, here’s another reminder to make a rather important update to your license (or at least take note of it for traveling purposes). More tiny homes might be coming to Harrisburg. Lastly, this “hole-in-the-wall’ is purportedly the best in state.

The reopening of Three Mile Island is purportedly on schedule. People are still without power — in this cold — following those winds on Sunday. An airport has hit a milestone. And if you’ve ever wanted to pitch something on “Shark Tank,” here’s your chance.

More wells have tested positive for chemical contamination following a recently confirmed pipe leak, and their location indicates that the leak may have spread. Business owners weigh in on a potential minimum wage hike. New medical practices are opening up across the central part of the state this year. Finally, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary ends a milestone season on a high note.

Over 60 cases related to Chinese Communist Party espionage and acts of transnational repression have been reported in 20 states, Those winds yesterday left thousands without power. Pennsylvania’s dairy farm industry received a “flu-free” bill of health, but officials remain cautious. And an exhibit comes to Pennsylvania.

A school district is trying to establish some guidelines for AI use. Some major sports stadiums got the green light to update. Here’s what spring 2025 is expected to be like. Lastly, a bald eagle couple has laid their first egg of the season.

Kids in Philadelphia are exposed to dangerous levels of lead more often than those in other cities. Plus, a utilities has confirmed that personal data was compromised during a breach. A number of supermarkets are limiting how many eggs a person can buy. Finally, the “Marrying Mayor” will hit a milestone on Valentine’s Day.

Pennsylvania is one of the states that’s been impacted by a massive tuna recall. Also, if you’re taking SEPTA tomorrow, officials are asking for you to please have patience. The state PUC is looking for York residents’ input on some upcoming projects. Also, RIP, Duolingo owl — you’re gone, but not forgotten.

State officials have asked to suspend a pipeline’s operations following the discovery of a jet fuel leak. A scam has “evolved.” Kids in this one city might have to start the school year earlier. And an iconic bookstore chain is making a comeback.

The Shapiro administration has revealed the state prisons it would like to close. A new study has found that health care directories are riddled with errors. Many students at one university aren’t happy that AI announcers were used during a graduation ceremony. Finally, planets will march across the sky this month, so to speak.

A major car company has recalled over 140,000 due to issues with the vehicles’ brakes. The state Game Commission will release more pheasants before the season draws to a close. The departure of a historic ship, once again, has been delayed. Lastly, Pennsylvania might get a new state park that’s deep underground.

At least six wells in one area tested positive for jet fuel-related chemicals about a year after residents claimed to have smelled gas in the area’s water. A new health system facility opened its doors in Lancaster County. One official believes a high-speed rail in Pennsylvania is possible. Also, cops are scrambling to solve an egg heist.

A new law wants to keep people from getting ghosted by their doctors. A major retailer has bought a mall. Officials want the public’s input on a road safety plan. Also, an Acme worker “went a little rogue.”

Allegheny River water suppliers were alerted to a hydraulic fluid leak on Monday afternoon. Pennsylvania is among the states impacted by a dog food recall. The state may join 23 others in requiring cursive lessons in public schools. Plus, an 85-year-old is promising a party that’ll only end “when the cops come.”

Pennsylvanian doctors are weighing in on Journavx, a newly approved painkiller that’s said to be free of addiction risks. Pittsburgh Regional Transit is looking for more funding. Philadelphia’s first major, post-pandemic office-to-apartment conversion project is almost done. Lastly, as Paul Revere would say: The cicadas are coming.

The latest state budget proposal places an emphasis on frugality. Gov. Shapiro wants to fast-track the construction of big power plants in Pennsylvania. 911 systems all across the state have gotten a major update. Finally, here’s Pennsylvania number one Super Bowl snack.

A bill would tackle the oversight and safety measures around medical marijuana. Some people are getting letters about the possibility of lead in their water service line. One county just took a “forward-thinking step.” Also, the world’s most famous groundhog has supernatural origins.

The company that oversees the electric grid that powers Pennsylvania has agreed to a price cap. State officials are looking once more to reauthorize a 20-year-old utility consumer protection law. More public land will be available to hunters. Finally, these restaurants are some of the most romantic around.

A lot of people like to toss out the phrase “The Founding Fathers must be rolling around in the graves” when referring to modern politics. But if you believe the stories coming out of Carpenters’ Hall, they’re walking around outside of their graves, too. 

Pennsylvania’s first case of avian flu of the year has been confirmed. Pittsburgh is thinking about a referendum that would bar private entities from owning water and sewer systems. A report has found that counties with their own health department greatly benefit from them. Lastly, the bust of one of Philadelphia’s most famous is going up for auction.

Pennsylvania officials don’t have much faith in the state power grid’s ability to meet future demand. Penn State employees want a straight answer on the future of the school’s commonwealth campuses. The leases of over 21 Big Lots are up for sale. Plus, this animal shelter has a special Valentine’s Day offering.

Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate is below the national average. SEPTA’s spending millions on a new payment system. There’s an update on the cold snap. Lastly, a WWII finally gets a long overdue honor.

In order to continue their appeal in challenging Norfolk Southern’s recent settlement, residents around the East Palestine crash site have been ordered to pay a $850,000 bond. There’s a city in Pennsylvania that’s among the country’s most dangerous and it’s not just because of crime. One school district is offering students a cash incentive to retake a test they failed. Also, there may be a bright...

Another day, another cyberattack. An ailing health network in Delaware County has pulled some ambulances from other areas, leaving several towns short. Childhood vaccination rates are down. Plus, an 85-year-old set a running record.