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

Norfolk Southern tells employees they shouldn’t spend more than a minute inspecting railcars, although the company claims this is simply the industry standard. Delaware ports are trying to expand, and those in Philadelphia aren’t happy about it. The Department of Military and Veteran Affairs is now accepting grant applications for services and programs that benefit veterans. Lastly, a Good Samarit...

13 people were charged for their roles in trafficking oxycodone. The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has banned campfires at state parks and forests as the drought persists. Two Pennsylvania cities are supposedly amongst the top 10 “most livable.” And keep it punny.

Over 100 inmates were released from jails as a result of staffing shortages. SEPTA workers might strike as soon as this Friday. A Pennsylvania-based cheesemaker has voluntarily recalled several of its products. Finally, a fast food company is (boldly) expanding into Philadelphia after poking fun of the beloved Philly cheesesteak.

A fire broke out on Blue Mountain in Northampton County. Unemployment claims went up last week. A closing facility will periodically lay off workers through next year. Lastly, they said it couldn’t be done, but the Philly Portal has made it through the week.

Pennsylvanians might get the chance to glimpse a meteor shower that’s “rich in fireballs” this month.

PPL Electric’s price to compare is going up. Tens of thousands of Wawa-branded products have been recalled. The end of daylight saving time is night. And this woman is believed to be North America’s oldest living person.

What authorities have deemed the “Bad Bunny” drug ring has been broken up. An ex-county commissioner gave a former classmate of his almost $2 million in contracts for a solar farm. Pennsylvania- and Jersey-based newspapers will cease their print operations. Plus, you can smell like Philly with these new perfumes.

Speed cameras will keep an “unblinking eye” on motorists in this area of Philadelphia soon. Pennsylvania is investing millions to support the expansion of Mitsubishi Electric Power Products Inc. Here’s what the weather’s going to be like for Halloween tomorrow. Lastly, the state has a new old-growth forest.

A scientist at Penn State was banned from conducting research after “unreliable data” was found in several of her scientific papers. School members convened behind closed doors after protestors crashed their meeting, and now there’s a debate over whether or not their actions were legal. The state DEP has reduced its permit backlog by nearly 70 percent. And if you’re looking to stay at a hotel for...

In the 19th century, a young sheep herder was tending to her flock when she noticed a strange man watching her from afar. Around the same time, sheep were getting picked off one by one by some great, lumbering beast. Needless to say, it didn’t take too long for people to suspect the stranger of being a werewolf. 

A man from Pennsylvania is officially the world’s top pumpkin grower.

A bill would implement a tracker which would follow rape kits through the testing process. A school district has launched an AI gun-detection system. Drivers in bike lanes could soon get fined in this city. Lastly, the most popular legend in Pennsylvania is actually based in truth.

A judge — who’s been in this position before — is under fire following a fatal stabbing. Cracks in an airport parking garage are a cause of concern for a number of people despite assurances that these worries are “utterly unfounded.” Farms are struggling amidst this drought. And you, Pennsylvania, sure are generous with Halloween candy.

A teen was fatally shot in Harrisburg for the third time in as many months. A man’s child sexual abuse material case has been dismissed due to a 1981 Supreme Court opinion. Lower-priced new cars are becoming more popular. Finally, here are some pumpkin-carving tips from a pro.

Schools in Pennsylvania may soon have a list of “evidence-based” reading curricula to choose from. SEPTA riders are objecting to the upcoming fare hikes. The state’s ban on fortune-telling may get nixed in the near future. And about hundreds of mink were released from a farm over the weekend.

Did you know that Pennsylvania’s home to one of the world’s most haunted locations? And no, it’s not Gettysburg.

Fall is arguably one of the best times to drive, and a city in Pennsylvania is one of the best places to take one.

An airport director has shot down rumors concerning thousands of immigrants supposedly being flown into an area overnight. A popular convenience chain is shuttering over 400 locations. Now’s the best time to get your heat ready. Lastly, anyone missing “Pork Chops?”

A proposal brought forward to address a city’s homelessness problem has drawn ire. Hundreds of groups have received xylazine wound kits. The next supermoon will be the closest to Earth for this year. And lawyers have to say “sorry” for a “scream test.”

About 200 schools may have served contaminated chicken to students. One municipality may have to issue a fee in order to keep up with state stormwater management regulations. You may be entitled to a piece of a $35 million settlement. Lastly, this man has ridden one roller coaster 1,000 times.

It was the 1980s when a family — forced to move to West Pittston, Pa., because of Tropical Storm Agnes — began to be tormented by supposed demonic entities in their home. Join “Today in Pa.” host, Claudia Dimuro, for a first-ever, special episode of “Paranormal Pa.” covering Pennsylvania’s very own “Amityville Horror” — the Smurl haunting. 

A Pennsylvania man who accused a weed killer of causing his cancer was awarded $78 million. The systems American Water turned off following that cyberattack are back online. Don’t fret if you missed out on seeing the northern lights the other night. And this is a rather happy “tail.”

Schools are receiving more threats this year. The state Supreme Court will determine whether the social media posts of public officials concerning agency business are public record. Money is going toward getting electric school buses on the road. Plus, Pennsylvania has some sweet tooth.

A school in Pennsylvania is among those accused of price-fixing. Airports all along the East Coast are experiencing flight delays and cancellations due to the hurricane. Some places are under a frost advisory today. And surgeons successfully separated conjoined twins.

The largest water utility in the United States — which manages locations in Pennsylvania — was hit by a cyberattack. A proposal would relax the prescription rules for psychiatric drugs. It’s going to cost more to play Mega Millions. Lastly, this tree has roots that are out of this world.