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

A man was sentenced to four years in federal prison for being involved in the largest-ever fentanyl bust to take place on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. A survey has found that over 90 percent of hospital workers in Pittsburgh are considering leaving the profession altogether. A longstanding pizza vendor at Knoebels is retiring. And a York County man celebrates his one-year anniversary of receiving a...

The Ohio-based company that owns Dorney Park is being sued. The People’s Convoy held a rally in Harrisburg over the weekend. A regional airport just received a $3 million grant from the state. Plus, keep your eyes to the skies as the ISS passes over Pennsylvania this week. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The business travel revenue of hotels in Philadelphia will be almost 40 percent lower than it was before the pandemic (by some estimates). The proposed plan to restore passenger rail service between Reading and Philadelphia takes a step forward. State officials are stressing the need for organ donors. And one city has been ranked among one of best for small businesses. See acast.com/privacy for pr...

Pennsylvania officials—as well as those across the U.S.—are looking to decrease the amount of distracted driving on roads in response to a years-long spike in highway deaths. The state’s casinos hit big revenue-wise last month. Spring finally appears to have sprung. Lastly, this college supposedly has some of the worst spellers around. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Philadelphia police are seeing more and more young suburbanites getting involved in violent city incidents. The power of the Northern York School Board compelled an “After School Satan Club.” The state Game Commission is predicting more turkeys in Pennsylvania’s forests this year. Finally, kids are having fun playing a water gun game but some of their neighbors aren’t so amused. See acast.com/priv...

The Philadelphia Flyers have been sued by employees who claim their exposure to chemicals used in Zambonis resulted in incurable medical conditions. A school board recently approved guidelines to help teachers instruct students on controversial topics such as race relations. The state Department of Environmental Protection revealed its battle strategy against black flies for this year. And a man d...

A 17-year-old from York will stand trial for criminal homicide. State troopers investigated reports of an abduction in Snyder County only to find it was all a part of a bachelor party joke. State agencies’ energy usage went down last year. Plus, this family has “The Andy Griffith Show” to thank for reuniting them with their long-lost cockatiel. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out informa...

Google is set to invest over $15 million in Pennsylvania this year. The federal government is returning money it seized from a cannabis company. The state unemployment rate fell below five percent. And a couple’s engagement photoshoot got a magical surprise. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

There’s yet another new phone scam out there that Pennsylvanians should be wary of. A local college got a grant to teach folks how to operate industrial machinery. The state Game Commission will dole out more doe licenses. Plus, a Great Dane gives good vibes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Pittsburgh City Council has put a pin in a bill regarding warrantless police pedestrian stops. Police in Philadelphia are looking to up patrols on Amtrak and SEPTA services as a response to the recent mass shooting in a New York City subway. State game lands are growing. Lastly, remote workers have a chance to live on the wild side. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It was recently revealed that 90 percent of fentanyl that causes fatal overdoses throughout the U.S. is made in Mexico and contains chemicals produced in China. State lawmakers have introduced a bill that would make changing one’s name easier. Things are (finally) heating up in Pennsylvania. And luck’s a real lady to the Keystone State. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A Philadelphia man is facing charges for using a 3D printer to make “ghost guns.” A lawsuit has been filed to remove the mayor of York City from office. Drivers, please know that some tunnels will be closed on the Pennsylvania Turnpike today and tomorrow. Lastly, the Tiger King asked Big Ben for a signed jersey. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Three attacks on Asian SEPTA riders all occurred within last week, although officials say there’s no indication any were racially motivated. Geisinger has issued a patient-visitor pledge in the hopes it’ll help to lessen the spike in aggression and violence against its staff. A facility that converts used plastic into feedstock for new products is coming to Northumberland County. Finally, one extr...

Although pedestrian deaths in Pennsylvania increased last year, they still remained below the national average. The ban on plastic grocery bags that recently took in effect in Philadelphia may be coming to Pittsburgh. Mohegan Sun Pocono will offer up some fun new entertainment options this season. And this is Pennsylvania’s favorite cheap beer. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out informa...

A Harrisburg man is facing 115 charges after raping two girls under the age of five and uploading dozens of photos and videos of the assaults online. Residents of a town in York County were alarmed by a loud explosion coming from a nearby J&K Salvage operation. Rock-climbing at two State Game Lands has been shut down. Lastly, this baseball stadium knocked it out the park on a national ranking. See...

The FBI has warned parents to be wary of sextortion scams that are targeting teenage boys. A proposal could help pave the way for more parking-protected bike lanes in Pennsylvania’s cities. Let’s hope all these April showers are really going to bring May flowers. Finally, police have their feathers ruffled by an escapee peacock. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Lawmakers want to modify the infrastructure law so states can use acid mine drainage cleanup funding in perpetuity. Philadelphia wants to not only increase its own funding for police but expand officers’ presence throughout the city. Pittsburgh TSA officials would like to gently remind flyers to “know what’s in your bag.” And students raise money for their teacher…so he can get rid of his “hideous...

Utility services can now be interrupted again as of today since the state’s moratorium on shutoffs has officially been lifted. Restrictions placed on deer farms in order to mitigate the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD) has those in the industry worried. A tornado touched down in Bucks County last week. Finally, the state’s oldest-living wild turkey—ever—has been found. See acast.com/privacy...

PennLive’s outdoor expert, Marcus Schneck, dives deep into this “Today in Pa.” special episode with regards to trout season ahead of the 2022 opener, during which he’ll explain to host Claudia Dimuro—who’s totally clueless—Pennsylvania’s relationship with trout fishing; the technique behind it; and what makes it so al-luring. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

State police are keeping a sharp eye out for aggressive drivers. Chaos ensued after a woman drove over a fire hose. This cold snap may keep Philadelphia’s cherry blossoms from going into a full bloom. Plus, a historic train makes it rounds once again this summer. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

YouTube has removed a video of Republican candidates running for Pennsylvania governor speaking during a forum, citing misinformation. A string of grave robberies has left a number of plots without vases. Trader Joe’s has at last opened in Cumberland County. And a casino deals a local youth football association a helping hand. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A bill that would provide more transparency as to how E-ZPass doles out charges has advanced in the Pennsylvania House. Another bill wants to put whole milk back on the menu in school cafeterias. There’s a winter advisory in place today through 2 p.m. thanks to the sleet and freezing rain we’re supposed to get. Plus, Pennsylvania’s home to one of the best food trucks in America. See acast.com/priv...

Some Pennsylvania lawmakers are looking to establish a state fund to help low-income households pay for home repairs. One metro area saw the steepest natural population decline out of any in the country. Nearly a dozen more counties have been added to Pennsylvania’s spotted lanternfly quarantine zone. Lastly, a local farm’s cheese is recognized as being one of the world’s best. See acast.com/priva...

Pennsylvania is the only state where municipal cops can’t use radar for speed enforcement, something which two new bills want to change. The threat of ticks and mosquitos is expected to be high this spring. March Madness could very well help Philly’s hospitality industry. Finally, a city in Pennsylvania was crowned as one of the top five best spots for pizza. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and...

Nurses throughout the state are fighting their way through thick red tape to get licensed. A couple in Pittsburgh has been accused of harassing and threatening their Russian neighbor. The number of harvested deer was down in 2021. And Harrisburg is now home to a first-of-its-kind 5G pole. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.