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

A 16-year-old “gave it everything [she] had” when she set out for a 24-hour-long bike ride, setting a world record.

An Acme employee who worked at the company for the past six decades rang up his last customer the other day.

There are two airports in the Keystone State that have managed to touch down amongst the country’s best.

State officials want students to learn how to spot misinformation. Authorities across the state are cracking down on aggressive drivers. The last Rite Aids in Philadelphia will be closing their doors in a matter of weeks. And why did the geese cross the road?

A popular cracker sandwich has been recalled across the country. Union leaders in Philadelphia have expressed dissatisfaction with the deal they got following that strike. “Robotaxis” will be dropping by Philly during a road trip. Also, when it comes to beauty, this bridge has it covered.

A county has launched a review team with the goal of reducing suicides after seeing a record high in 2022. After just a few months, Delaware County is feeling the repercussions following the closure of Crozer Health hospitals. A BJ’s is getting new digs. Finally, cops aren’t “clowning around” about this theft.

A study has found that anxiety is the most common diagnosis to qualify for Pennsylvania’s medical cannabis program. One area now has more renters than homeowners, reflecting a national trend. Pennsylvania’s chances of getting a popular convenience chain have gone up. Lastly, what a pain in the fiberglass.

The oldest drive-in theater in the country — which just so happens to be in Pennsylvania — will get a feature on “Good Morning America” soon.

A boat that was built to defend Philadelphia during the American Revolution is getting put back together, piece by piece.

A new law is looking to close a loophole in the sex offender registry. Another proposal wants to tax omnipresent marketing, like the ads you see in social feeds and search results. Amazon continues its expansion in Pennsylvania. And this “dill-lightful” event has something new this year.

The School District of Philadelphia — for the first time in this country’s history — was criminally charged over its asbestos situation. The deletion of a Facebook comment, according to a recent ruling, violated the First Amendment. Pennsylvania runs the risk of falling behind on the condition of its rural roads and bridges. Also, this place is one of the worst to celebrate the Fourth of July.

This general store — and its ice cream challenge — is a nice cherry on top on the Appalachian Trail.

Pennsylvania’s population has reached a tipping point in one notable regard. Free school lunches for all students could be on the table. This Fourth of July is expected to be very busy this year for travelers. Lastly, two local buffet restaurants have just been recognized as being some of the best around.

Doctors and others in the medical field from certain states can now work in Pennsylvania without needing a state license, and vice-versa. A pending strike could impact garbage collection and other vital services in Philadelphia. Here’s what experts say you should keep your AC on in the heat. Finally, a zoo will celebrate a milestone for one of its residents.

A bill would reduce the penalties for prostitution. Drug deliveries resulting in death charges have fallen statewide. A state Senate committee just backed a proposal that would open up more Sundays for hunting in Pennsylvania. Also, these universities have been recognized as some of the world’s best.

Thousands of people were left without power during this heat wave. Health insurers have agreed to reduce the need for prior authorization. If you think planes have been flying a bit low lately, you’re right. Lastly, a teacher scored $250K after facing off with non other than Tom Brady.

A major insurance company informed the public of a massive cyber attack. A bill would put” reasonable limits” on rent increases. The heat just keeps on coming. And here’s something to raise a glass to.

A premade meal has been voluntarily recalled over contamination concerns. Hunting licenses go on sale next week. It’s expected to be a busy summer travel season. Finally, a man purportedly crashed his car thanks to a cicada.

That transit funding bill that has advanced. A well-known company has vowed to remove all artificial dyes in its food by the end of 2027. Keep your eyes peeled for this “wicked” bug. And this lady’s Friday the 13th turned out to be quite lucky.

Pennsylvania will get hundreds of millions of dollars in an opioid settlement. A school district in the state wasn’t the only one to be hit by a data breach. Even more Rite Aids will close. Plus, Pennsylvania’s favorite pasta dish.

This lawmaker wants self-driving cars to hit the road. Insurance thresholds will go up next month. This might make you itch. And a rare transplant took place for just the fifth time at this hospital.

This city has officially decriminalized weed. Naturalists are raising concern over a disease that’s killing beech trees. It’s the end of an era. Plus, don’t worry — he’s big, but this lake monster is “strictly vegetarian.”

Coroner’s offices around the state are seeing an uptick in unclaimed remains. SEPTA is shutting down one of its lines starting Sunday. An earthquake hit the state this week. And this is some “Final Destination” nonsense.

The way the state handles teacher misconduct can be a bit “murky,” according to a recent report. Pennsylvania has a multi-state lawsuit that’s looking to bar the sale of 23andMe’s personal genetic data. Here’s the worst city for grass allergies in the state. Plus, a classic rock band’s stolen guitar is found.

A proposal wants to crack down on people who use deepfakes for nefarious purposes. Amazon will spend about $20 billion on two data center complexes in Pennsylvania. The new ice cream trail offers up over 50 sweet spots to drop by. And a boy dialed 911 just to say “hello.”