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

The number of deaths because of COVID-19 is beginning to plateau in certain parts of the world, but that’s no excuse to stop social distancing. California, Oregon and Washington loan ventilators to New York to help them combat the virus. Meanwhile, police in several states are pulling over out-of-state drivers. And, in happier news, two Pa. companies are offering to disinfect the vehicles of first...

Pennsylvania reports nearly 1,500 new cases of the coronavirus on Sunday. Meanwhile, police are citing people for violating stay-at-home orders and Pennsylvania manufacturers are doing what they can to help support the fight against COVID-19. And a family opens up their home to a Pennsylvania nurse who was living in his car in between shifts at a hospital in New York. Text "PennLive" to 717-745-75...

New York’s governor uses an executive order to seize unused ventilators as the number of deaths in the state continue to grow. Pennsylvania’s governor advises everyone to wear masks, while freezing the paychecks of more than 10 percent of the commonwealth’s employees. In healthcare news, Independence Blue Cross says it won’t be charging co-pays for coronavirus treatment and the state creates a new...

Pennsylvania has received less than a quarter of the N95 masks its requested from FEMA. Meanwhile, a Pittsburgh health network is solving the problem of a shortage of COVID-19 test kits by making its own. Road work is beginning again and a Pennsylvania college is offering free online classes. Text "PennLive" to 717-745-7532 for the latest news on coronavirus in Pennsylvania. See acast.com/privacy...

Unemployment records are shattered again in the U.S. Meanwhile, cases of the coronavirus continue to rise, while the FDA eases its restrictions on gay blood donors. The FDA approves a coronavirus antibody test and a team at UPMC may have developed a vaccine for COVID-19. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The liquor stores are back! Sort-of. Fine Wine and Good Spirits re-opens online sales. Meanwhile, license to carry permits that were slated to expire during the pandemic have been automatically extended. Major League Soccer announces its first player case of COVID-19 and Comcast executives pledge to donate their salaries to COVID-19 relief. Text "PennLive" to 717-745-7532 for the latest news on co...

The government’s supply of personal protective equipment for healthcare workers is running dangerously low as the number of positive cases of the coronavirus continues to grow. Governor Tom Wolf expands stay-at-home orders to the entire state of Pennsylvania, while Wimbledon has been canceled. Before we go, we’ll chat about those stimulus checks so you know when to expect them, and how much you’ll...

An argument over coughing leads to gunshots at a Pennsylvania Sheetz. Meanwhile, in Philadelphia, stay-at-home orders are going to be enforced with $100 fines. Over in Allegheny County, more than 600 inmates have been released from jail. Pennsylvania is going to receive more than $14 million to help pay for the 2020 election. And, for all the bird watchers out there, hummingbirds are on their way...

America surpasses China in the number of coronavirus deaths as the country reports the first death of an armed services member from the disease. A U.S. Navy aircraft carrier is particularly hard hit by COVID-19 and seeks permission to isolate the majority of its crew. Meanwhile, a judge orders Pennsylvania prisons to release about a dozen ICE detainees. And we conclude with a story about some goat...

A birthday party becomes a crime scene in Philadelphia. Meanwhile, Pennsylvania’s coronavirus situation is officially declared a major disaster by President Trump and Governor Tom Wolf orders all schools to remain closed indefinitely. In lighter news, a Pennsylvania artist’s work has attracted the attention of comedian John Oliver -- and he wants it. He wants it bad. Text "PennLive" to 717-745-753...

The FDA tells hospitals that anti-malaria drugs are worth a shot when it comes to fighting the coronavirus pandemic. Meanwhile, the number of cases and deaths in the United States grows as more and more states go under stay-at-home orders. In the latest blow to the economy, Macy’s says it’ll furlough the majority of its 125,000 employees. And we’ll chat face masks. See acast.com/privacy for privac...

Pennsylvania prisons enter quarantine after an inmate tests positive for the coronavirus. Meanwhile, the commonwealth has laid off 2,500 workers as it looks for federal funding to help combat the pandemic. Social distancing looks like it’ll be the new trend for the rest of April, but one Pennsylvania woman isn’t letting it get her down -- inspiring thousands with her “porch musicals.”Text "PennLiv...

The $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus package has officially been passed. Meanwhile, Governor Tom Wolf extends stay-at-home orders to nine more counties as the number of coronavirus cases in the state goes above the 2,000 mark. Instacart workers are planning to go on strike Monday. And is spraying yourself with chlorine a good idea for protecting yourself from the virus? No. No it won’t. We’ll talk...

State colleges expect to lose $100 million because of COVID-19. Meanwhile, the Pennsylvania Department of Health reverses its decision on dental surgeries during the pandemic and the deadline to get a Real ID has been pushed back. Two Pennsylvania mayors are doing their best to ensure that couples can still get married -- even if social distancing means the weddings aren’t quite as planned. Text "...

America faces record-shattering unemployment numbers, meanwhile the death toll from COVID-19 has grown to more than a thousand nationwide. The White House is working on guidelines to assess the risk each county in America faces when it comes to virus spread, while in Pennsylvania the public health department is crafting its own triage plan for the worst case scenario. And we’ll talk about why blow...

Pennsylvania is moving the date of its primary election, but one date that won’t move? The last possible day of the school year. Meanwhile, Drexel University’s fabric and design experts are crafting masks for hospital workers during the coronavirus pandemic. And a 6-year-old gets a great birthday gift --- despite having to cancel his birthday party. Text "PennLive" to 717-745-7532 for the latest n...

Congress works to pass a coronavirus relief package, meanwhile more than half a million Pennsylvanians have filed for unemployment since March 16. The number of positive cases of the virus surpasses 1,000 in the state, while Spain surpasses China’s death toll. And we’re tackling another social media COVID-19 myth -- this one about how much time it takes to get infected with the virus. See acast.co...

The Pennsylvania state legislature is set to vote on a bill that’ll pay public teachers their full salary despite the coronavirus pandemic. Meanwhile, a nursing home in Pennsylvania announces a case of COVID-19 and a man has been hospitalized after ingesting chloroquine in an attempt to kill the virus. Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid says he’ll donate $500,000 to help fight the pandemic. Text...

The death toll increases in Pennsylvania and New York doubles its number of coronavirus cases. Meanwhile, scientists are at work developing new tests for COVID-19 and methods to treat it. Carmakers are transforming their factories to make equipment for hospitals. China relaxes its quarantine restrictions as India goes into lockdown. Also, don’t drink bleach. We’ll talk about why it won’t help you...

Pennsylvania sets aside $61 million in low interest loans for small businesses hurt by the coronavirus pandemic. Meanwhile, state workers get new schedules in order to help with social distancing. In Philadelphia, construction on a new hospital is 15 months ahead of schedule and in Pittsburgh, sports teams are donating money (and pizza) to help combat COVID-19.Text "PennLive" to 717-745-7532 for t...

7 Pennsylvania counties have been issued stay-at-home orders by Governor Tom Wolf as the number of deaths from the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 reaches six. The U.S. senate fails to pass a $2 trillion bill to help the economy and it looks like the Summer Olympics  will be postponed to 2021. And, could a flu or pneumonia vaccine help you against COVID-19? No, but we’ll explain why. See acast.co...

Nearly 500 people have tested positive for the coronavirus in Pennsylvania since the outbreak began. Meanwhile, state police will begin enforcing Governor Wolf’s order to close all non-life-sustaining businesses in the state. A Pittsburgh furniture store chain has its hopes dashed with a deal falls through and, in news that’s not in any way, shape or form related to COVID-19 -- a Pennsylvania sing...

Pennsylvania reports 83 new coronavirus cases, and while the pandemic is causing people to panic purchase guns, several counties are no longer issuing license-to-carry permits. Nationally, borders are closing, tax deadlines are changing and several other states are in shutdown mode. Globally, several thousand US troops are in self-isolation in Europe and Italy reports a devastating death toll. We...

Governor Wolf orders all non-life-sustaining businesses to close physical locations in the state. Meanwhile, all state tests have been cancelled for students. A man is released from prison after 14 years when new evidence causes the DA to drop murder charges against him. And, need a dose of cute? Philly Zoo launches its new Philly Zoo at 2 Facebook Live series and it’s wonderful. Text "PennLive" t...

Pennsylvania has its greatest single day jump in coronavirus cases with a record 52 reported. Meanwhile new data proves that younger adults can still get seriously sick from the virus. Help could be on the way for those in financial distress over the pandemic, with the Trump administration outlining its plans to deliver checks to Americans. Looking globally, Wuhan, China once the epicenter of the...