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

Police are warning of a scam that uses a number matching that of their bureau. It’s going to cost more to fish next year. A state board lowered tax ratios used in property tax appeals. Lastly, the site where a historical battle began has been officially confirmed.

Claudia speaks with PennLive reporter John Luciew, who talks about the death of Ellen Greenberg, and the debate over whether her death was homicide or suicide.

There are eight breeders in Pennsylvania that made it onto this year’s “Horrible Hundred” list. More and more people are moving into rural parts of the state, resulting in these areas’ population growth. There’s only one Disney store left in the whole entire state. And a beer garden is offering a $700, gold-covered burger.

A man shot a bald eagle to death in Washington County. The state has reached a settlement coming in at millions of dollars with a “predatory” lending company. Over 20 breweries have teamed up to create a beer that benefits veterans. Plus, this man has given thousands of soldiers their “final goodbye.”

The Philadelphia Inquirer fell victim to a cyberattack over the weekend. A class action lawsuit against U.S. Steel has been certified. Look up — there’s going to be millions of birds flying over Pennsylvania in the coming weeks. Also, one city in the state is among the best for basketball fans while another is the worst.

A few state lawmakers believe a four-day workweek is the answer to the current labor shortage. The number of motorcyclists in Pennsylvania has been — and continues to — drop. You may eventually be able to pick up canned cocktails while grocery shopping. Lastly, a highway was left greener in an unexpected way.

Philadelphia residents have some trust issues with their tap water. Three baby ducks are saved from a storm drain. And “Today in Pa.” has its first-ever “Listening to Listeners” segment!

Doctors are still looking for more information on the effects of medical marijuana seven years after its legalization in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia’s homicide clearance rates are low, a trend seen nationally. What’s inside teddy bears could change. Finally, a new pastor in Philadelphia learns the true meaning of “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure.”

A bag with Bob Marley on it — and over $400,000 in it — was seized at Philadelphia International Airport. Some experts say that the best way to keep juvenile crime down is by creating in-school youth courts run by students. The state’s RV industry is still going strong, even after the pandemic. Also, this college student is sneaking his way into success.

A man stole his ex-girlfriend’s cat and sent her various messages threatening to kill it. Two state lawmakers want to make parental consent a requirement for minors to use social media. One lucky Sheetz customer will get free gas for the rest of their lives. Finally, a woman visited all 50 states while battling cancer.

Pennsylvania residents who were misled in paying for what should have been free TurboTax tax fillings will start getting reimbursements this month. Some parties in Philadelphia are so loud, people in Jersey are complaining about them. Some new parking changes are a W for Allentown residents. And when Pennsylvanians get the “drunchies” — that grumbling hunger you get after you drink — this is what...

A man who made fun of police online for not being able to catch him got arrested. Pennsylvania was among the states who saw the most identity theft reports in 2022. SEPTA is closing some stations this weekend for cleaning. Plus, today’s your last chance to get your hands on some rare whiskey.

Students saw a drop in their history and civic scores throughout the U.S. You may not be able to buy fireworks anymore if this bill comes to pass. Pennsylvania is currently rife with wild mushrooms and leeks galore. Also, in honor of May the Fourth, here’s Pennsylvania’s favorite “Star Wars” movie.

The president of a university sent out an apology after his Twitter “like” history was publicly criticized. State lawmakers are thinking about replacing the gas tax with electric vehicle fees. Giant Eagle will start reducing prices on about 800 items starting tomorrow through August. And if you’re felling unmotivated — just look at the 95-year-old who sprinted a 100-meter dash.

A federal judge has ruled that a school district must allow for a Satan club to meet on its property after school. According to a new report, most of the train derailments that have happened in Western Pennsylvania occurred near a major river. The state could get an Office of Outdoor Recreation in the future. Also, if you think alligators in sewers are just a legend — think again.

A school went virtual last week after a student brought in a loaded gun. A lawsuit claims that the state Department of Education is forcing “woke” guidelines on schools, students, and teachers. Traffic fatalities dropped in 2022. Plus, this college student took civic duty to the next level.

Pennsylvania’s highways have received poor marks in factors such as quality and cost-effectiveness. Pittsburgh is currently seeing a record amount of vacant office space. Spotted lanternfly eggs are hatching soon, so be sure to reap as much destruction upon them as you can. Also, Reader’s Digest has spoken: this is the best burger in Pennsylvania.

A soon-to-be introduced bill will allow for registered independents to vote in primary elections. A school district is “committed” to starting classes a little later. You may have to wear your life jacket on the state’s waterways until June in the future. Lastly, this auction offered bidders something they could really sink their teeth into.

A teenager who was picked up by two men he met online has been found safe. A city’s parking authority has been accused of handing out tickets to people waiting online at a food bank. One school district got $6 million in funding for electric buses. Also, a tasting room plans on hosting a boozy spelling bee.

Pennsylvania has reached a settlement in lawsuits that accused the state of not doing enough to mitigate pollution in the Chesapeake Bay. Yet another school in Philadelphia has been closed due to asbestos. A company in Pennsylvania is the top-producing craft brewery in the nation. Lastly, the secret to long life is simple: “laughter and ice cream.”

A township has passed a motion that restricts where guns can be sold. Water levels in the Susquehanna watershed are reportedly low. A mobile September 11th museum will roll into one county. Plus, a very, very rare Corvette was featured at an auction last week.

An employee put needles in certain foods at a Giant in Lehigh County. People in one township are not a little irate over the almost $10,000 bill their commissioners racked up during a hotel retreat. A town is losing its only liquor store, but only for a little bit. Lastly — lions and tigers and beers, oh my!

Hundreds of people protested a transgender event hosted by the University of Pittsburgh on Tuesday. Over in Philadelphia, a pothole continues to fill with trash as officials try to figure out who’s responsible for fixing it. Pennsylvania is among the states that are the least impacted by dementia. Also, a mysterious noise woke a bunch of people up in York County the other day.

Pennsylvania, like the rest of the nation, wants to get “junk fees” under control. The pilot program for speed detection cameras in work zones ends this year, but PennDOT officials want to keep it around. The Lehigh River is one of America’s “most endangered.” Plus, he’s serving pizza — with a side of justice.

Pennsylvania is among the states that could see gas prices go up by as much as 40 cents in the coming weeks. A township may be the first in the state to build a “dog bone”-like traffic rotary. Strong winds may be a-coming this week. Finally, one city plans on turning the spotlight on some of its landmarks.