Today in PA | A PennLive daily news briefing with Claudia Dimuro
1,229 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 42 ratingsIt's what you need to know about what's happening in Pennsylvania, delivered to you in around 5 minutes every weekday morning by PennLive.com reporter Claudia Dimuro. "Today in Pa." brings you the biggest stories in the state, whether they're hard news, entertainment, sports or business.
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December 30, 2019
December 30, 2019 09:00 - 6 minutesA body has been found at a state park in Erie. Meanwhile, the Catholic Church’s published list of priests accused of child sexual abuse is missing dozens of names in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. In Lancaster County, pig has died from a disease that can also spread to humans. In good samaritan news, people are raising money to help students pay off school lunch debts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
December 27, 2019
December 27, 2019 09:00 - 5 minutesThousands upon thousands of Pennsylvanians could be forced to change their medication on Jan. 1. Meanwhile, Pennsylvania Catholic Dioceses have paid out nearly $84 million to victims of sexual abuse. The Pennsylvania Turnpike is raising tolls… again. In happier news, there’s a Pennsylvania charity that helps military dogs find homes with veterans. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
December 26, 2019
December 26, 2019 09:00 - 4 minutesCops say man assaulted girlfriend after she wrapped presents for other boyfriend. Pennsylvania Attorney General tries to ban used-car dealer in the state. Pennsylvania Turnpike holiday traffic update: 6.6 million expected to be on the highway this holiday season. Waitress receives tip of a lifetime in Allentown. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
December 25, 2019
December 25, 2019 09:00 - 5 minutesHoliday classic “It’s a Wonderful Life” is based on a Pennsylvania story that almost never got published -- we’ll tell you how it managed to make its way to film glory. It isn’t the only Christmas classic with a Pennsylvania connection - the song “Winter Wonderland” owes its origin to the Keystone State. The best place to see garden holiday lights in the country is in Pennsylvania. We wrap it all up with a toast to the "Champagne of the Pennsylvania Coal Region." See acast.com/privacy for pr...
December 24, 2019
December 24, 2019 09:00 - 5 minutesA funeral director allegedly steals $900,000 meant for burials. Meanwhile, Huntingdon becomes the first rural area in the state to adopt a LGBT protection ordinance. For outdoor fans, Pennsylvania has funded nearly 160 new miles of all-terrain vehicle trails. One school district is getting in the holiday spirit, raising more than $42,000 for Make-A-Wish. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
December 23, 2019
December 23, 2019 09:00 - 5 minutesAn ex-prisoner allegedly hires a hitman to take out a prosecutor who was responsible for his convictions. Meanwhile, companies sue Attorney General Josh Shapiro over his ghost gun policy. In happier news, Pittsburgh and Allegheny County may have their first census in decades where population didn’t decline. Speaking of Pittsburgh, there’s a hospital there that dressed newborns as baby yoda and it’s adorable. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
December 20, 2019
December 20, 2019 09:00 - 4 minutesAt least two people are presumed dead after an explosion in Philadelphia. Meanwhile, the Erie Coke Plant closes, leaving 130 workers without jobs a week before Christmas. In the eastern part of the state, a data breach at Wawa means thousands of customers may have had their credit card information stolen. In happier news, a kindergartner gets a holiday surprise when her deployed Air Force dad unexpectedly shows up at her elementary school. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out informa...
December 19, 2019
December 19, 2019 09:00 - 5 minutesSnow squalls lead to a deadly crash with more than 40 victims on Interstate 80. After nearly 4 decades, a cold case murder is solved with a guilty plea. Meanwhile, two bills geared towards reducing the prison population go into effect. And we’ve got an adorable story about a therapy animal who isn’t… well, the usual kind of therapy animal. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
December 18, 2019
December 18, 2019 09:00 - 6 minutesAlmost 7,000 cases of the flu have been reported in Pa. Meanwhile, the biggest medical marijuana retailer in Pennsylvania has removed Standard Farms products from its shelves. In other news, the so-called “frankenfish” might be doing more damage to native fish populations than previously thought. And Sylvester Stallone made a return visit to the steps of the Philadelphia Art Museum. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
December 17, 2019
December 17, 2019 09:00 - 4 minutesPennsylvania shuts down a loophole in gun laws over ghost guns. Meanwhile, Governor Wolf is forming a Juvenile Justice Task Force to look into the state’s juvenile detention system. In western Pa., a middle school teacher suspended after allegedly stealing his neighbor’s washing machine. Knoebels is getting rid of a ride, and we’re all taking guesses as to which one it’ll be. And, in sports, the number one NHL fan base calls Pittsburgh home. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out infor...
December 16, 2019
December 16, 2019 09:00 - 6 minutesA Pennsylvania man has reportedly acknowledged responsibility for the 1981 killings of two children. Meanwhile, a casino company’s former director of benefits is being accused of making off with $75K in gift cards. Continuing on the crime theme, child pornography is the top cyber crime in the state. In happier news, a pro football player is sending the ball he scored his first NFL touchdown with to his mom. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
December 13, 2019
December 13, 2019 09:00 - 5 minutesThe tragedy of the shooting of a teen by his twin brother continues as the father is arrested in connection to the accidental killing. Meanwhile, organizations call for the US Supreme Court to weigh in on expensive tolls on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. In central Pennsylvania police have seized games of skill from various bars and restaurants. Heading over to the western part of the state, a new study says Pittsburgh could be the next Silicon Valley. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-ou...
December 12, 2019
December 12, 2019 09:00 - 5 minutesA gunman is killed after a 14 hour standoff with state troopers. Meanwhile, a Philadelphia police sergeant has been arrested after being caught on camera punching a handcuffed man. Faculty in Pennsylvania state colleges agree to a new contract which will give them a 12 percent raise over the course of four years and one Pennsylvania city’s libraries are eliminating late fees. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
December 11, 2019
December 11, 2019 09:00 - 5 minutesA state trooper was shot during a standoff with a barricaded gunman on Tuesday. Meanwhile, a Pittsburgh-area businessman is slated to plead guilty to his role in a $127 million Medicare kickback scheme. And crowds showed up for President Trump’s rally in Hershey -- they actually filled the Giant Center and spilled out into the parking lot. And to wrap it up, congratulations are in order for two Pennsylvania attractions which earned top spots on two best-of lists See acast.com/privacy for priv...
December 10, 2019
December 10, 2019 09:00 - 5 minutesPresident Donald Trump is holding a campaign rally in Hershey today. Meanwhile, mass overdoses over the weekend cause Berks County to issue a public health alert. Pennsylvania had a record bear hunting season, with more than 4.5 thousand bears being killed. Sheetz, on the other hand, is avoiding meat when it comes to its new plant-based burger. And congratulations to the Golden Globe nominees -- a full list of which includes a few nods to Pennsylvania. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and op...
December 9, 2019
December 09, 2019 09:00 - 4 minutesFour men were found unconscious after a mass overdose in Reading. Meanwhile, a Philadelphia Catholic priest has been found unsuitable For ministry, after being accused of sexually abusing a minor decades before. In happier news: Penn State has a bowl game coming up. Want a letter from Santa? One western Pa. woman volunteers to help the big man with his mail. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
December 6, 2019
December 06, 2019 09:00 - 4 minutesThe teens behind the video of a wounded deer being tortured have been identified. Meanwhile, prepare for slow traffic in several Pa. counties over the next few days as a slow moving tractor trailer makes its way across the state… at 15 miles per hour. Pennsylvania water tests results are back, and it’s fairly good news for most of the state. Continuing on the good news train: a Pittsburgh-based language learning app is now valued at $1.5 billion and has plans to keep growing. See acast.com/pr...
December 5, 2019
December 05, 2019 09:00 - 4 minutesState Rep. Movita Johnson-Harrell stole hundreds of thousands of dollars from charity, according to attorney general Josh Shapiro. Meanwhile, the state begins an audit of the Pennsylvania Lottery to stop high-frequency winners. And a 17-year-old football star dies of cancer. In good news: we’ve got a concert announcement that definitely rocks. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
December 4, 2019
December 04, 2019 09:00 - 4 minutesA Philadelphia politician will be charged with multiple crimes this morning. Meanwhile, Mariner East Pipeline employees are accused of bribing state constables. The Liquor Control Board has released its list of the top-selling liquors from last year -- and topping it all? Fireball. Finally, it’s a big congratulations to a Penn State linebacker who won a prestigious conference award. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
December 3, 2019
December 03, 2019 06:00 - 4 minutesA mother is accused of killing her two children in Berks County. Meanwhile, Three Pennsylvania minor league baseball teams may cease to exist if Major League Baseball continues its restructuring plans. Near Pittsburgh, the state orders a hemp facility to close because it’s too, well, stinky. And Philadelphia native Questlove is gearing up to make his directorial debut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
December 2, 2019
December 02, 2019 09:00 - 5 minutesTeens shown beating and torturing a deer in viral video, sparking an investigation. Sexual extortion is now a felony in Pennsylvania. Purple paint law passes in Pennsylvania, hunters can no longer trespass on land with that marker. Personal finance classes will soon count towards graduation requirements in Pennsylvania high schools. Potbellied pig that was the subject of a police chase may soon have a home. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
November 28, 2019
November 28, 2019 09:00 - 5 minutesThanksgiving history owes a lot to Pennsylvania, here’s why. Move over Macy’s, Philadelphia is home to the oldest Thanksgiving Day Parade. The most popular Thanksgiving side dish in Pennsylvania is potato filling. Black Friday deals: Here are the best stores to shop at the day after Thanksgiving See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
November 27, 2019
November 27, 2019 05:33 - 5 minutesPennsylvania upends its child sexual abuse laws to help victims. Meanwhile, there’s controversy around new voting machines being used in several counties. A former pro baseball player pleads guilty to animal cruelty, on the same day Trump signs legislation to make it a felony. Workers at a medical center receive a text telling them they’re not getting paid. In seasonal news, the Pittsburgh Penguins give many something to be thankful for as they spend time helping the hungry. See acast.com/pri...
November 26, 2019
November 26, 2019 07:52 - 5 minutesA Pennsylvania man allegedly lied about being a Navy Seal to steal $300,000 in government benefits. Meanwhile, the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission rules that school district can continue calling its sports teams “Redskins” -- provided they make it clear that racism isn’t ok. Historic black college Cheyney University is keeping its full accreditation after years of financial struggles and declining enrollment. Over in Harrisburg, state lawmakers, judges and top officials will collect a...
November 25, 2019
November 25, 2019 09:00 - 4 minutesPennsylvania is investing $3 million in research on the potential health effects of fracking. Meanwhile, new Pa. voting machines pass their audit and will help prevent hacking in 2020. In news the Grinch would enjoy, Christmas trees are going to be a little bit more expensive this year. And, on a more cheerful note, Mister Rogers’ widow approves of the new movie about his life. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
November 22, 2019
November 22, 2019 06:00 - 4 minutesThe smoking age in Pennsylvania may be about to go up from 18 to 21. Governor Wolf has vetoed a bill that would have outlawed abortions based on a Down syndrome diagnosis. A Central Pennsylvania radio station has received a criminal complaint about unpaid contributions to the state’s unemployment fund. And a Pennsylvania teacher was named one of the nation’s best, earning a 25 thousand dollar prize. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
November 21, 2019
November 21, 2019 09:00 - 5 minutesThis year’s Grammy Award nominations have been announced, including several artists from Pennsylvania. An armed group took a hostage in a residential community clubhouse in the Poconos, claiming they planned to take back the land for Native Americans. A Pennsylvania city was ranked as one of the most sinful in the nation. And attempts to request organs from deceased in the Amish community is causing disruptions for the religious order’s funeral traditions. See acast.com/privacy for privacy an...
November 20, 2019
November 20, 2019 09:08 - 4 minutesOne of Pennsylvania’s most popular tourist attractions is planning a major, 200 million dollar expansion. A state senator has announced his resignation from the Democratic Party to become an independent who will caucus with Republicans. A Pittsburgh meteorologist has been fired following charges of driving under the influence. And police at Penn State have confirmed that the university’s quarterback has received death threats following a recent loss by the football team. See acast.com/privacy...
November 19, 2019
November 19, 2019 09:00 - 4 minutesA teacher in a Pennsylvania school district is on paid leave after separating two students involved in a fight, due to actions the school district says may have been inappropriate. A proposal to raise the state’s minimum wage has passed in a committee in the Pennsylvania Senate, and may go to a vote before the end of the week. Legislation legalizing hunting on three Sundays a year has gone to the desk of Governor Wolf for his signature. And an agreement between the ACLU and the Department of ...
November 18, 2019
November 18, 2019 09:00 - 4 minutesA masked gunman in Harrisburg forced two women to remove their clothing before robbing them. A firefighter is recovering after falling from a roof while battling a fire that damaged five Harrisburg homes. 13 Pennsylvania corrections officers are being suspended following an assault that led to the death of an inmate. And General Electric is shutting down a factory in Georgia, with the work consolidating to a Pennsylvania plant. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
November 15, 2019
November 15, 2019 09:02 - 4 minutesPolice are searching for an inmate who escaped from the Adams County Prison. A teacher at a Harrisburg school has been suspended after telling students he wished he could shoot one student per year. A family’s dog in Lower Paxton Township is recovering after being attacked by a black bear in their backyard. And a new study shows that Pennsylvania has around 500 million pieces of litter strewn across its roadways, and that’s costing the taxpayers millions of dollars. See acast.com/privacy for...
November 14, 2019
November 14, 2019 09:27 - 5 minutesThe temperatures in both Pittsburgh and Philadelphia set records for all-time lows. A Pennsylvania lawmaker was arrested for DUI charges in Cumberland County. A Pennsylvania man is in custody after firing up to 50 shots at police officers in an armed standoff. And a beloved drive-in movie theater faces an uncertain future as the owners of the property are looking to sell. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
November 13, 2019
November 13, 2019 10:00 - 4 minutesThe FBI has opened a corruption investigation into how Governor Wolf’s administration came to issue permits for construction of a multi-billion dollar pipeline project. A Pennsylvania factory has announced layoffs for 148 workers. Thieves have been caught in the act of stealing hemp from Pennsylvania farms, mistaking the crop for marijuana. And everyone’s favorite mascot, Gritty, is coming to the King of Prussia Mall’s Happy Place. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
November 12, 2019
November 12, 2019 11:30 - 4 minutesA Pennsylvania county’s jail superintendent has resigned following investigations into alleged racist and abusive behavior. Philadelphia’s soda tax has had a drastic impact on the amount of soda sold in the city. The Pennsylvania Turnpike will be spending nearly one million dollars to buy a pool. And a Pennsylvania family’s home was decorated by the Hallmark Channel for Christmas. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
November 11, 2019
November 11, 2019 10:40 - 4 minutesToday is Veteran’s Day, and many businesses, government buildings and public services closed throughout the state. Hundreds of dams across Pennsylvania are in desperate need of maintenance, leaving them in a highly dangerous condition. A severe shortage of bus drivers is putting a strain on school districts across the nation, and including the Philadelphia area’s school districts. And the Pennsylvania Department of Education has released statistics on crimes that have occurred in the state du...
November 8, 2019
November 08, 2019 11:30 - 4 minutesA Pennsylvania teacher’s homework assignment involving President Trump led to angry parents and apologies from school officials. A bill sponsored by Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey will make animal cruelty a federal crime. Former employees of a Snyder County factory have been stuck with thousands of dollars of medical bills after the defunct business failed to continue their insurance benefits through the stated deadline. And Wal-Mart is preparing to sell beer and wine in our state for the fi...
November 7, 2019
November 07, 2019 10:30 - 4 minutesThe Republican Party of Pennsylvania has reached a settlement with York County officials regarding claims of voting irregularities. The city of Scranton has elected its first female mayor in its history. A retired Air Force brigadier general has been arrested on charges of possession of child pornography. And a team of Pennsylvania doctors are the first ever in the US to attempt to use gene editing tools to fight cancer. I’m Sean Adams, in for Julia Hatmaker, and this is Today in PA. See acas...
November 6, 2019
November 06, 2019 10:30 - 4 minutesAn absentee ballot from the moon and PA is one of the happiest places to live. All that and more on Today in PA! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
November 5, 2019
November 05, 2019 10:30 - 4 minutesIt’s Election Day in Pennsylvania, and a controversial measure is on the ballot – but even if the measure is approved by voters, that doesn’t mean it will take effect. One candidate for public office recently had a brain tumor that was discovered thanks to his dog. A Pennsylvania casino has launched the state’s first online poker games. And a rare albino deer was spotted near Pittsburgh. I’m Sean Adams, in for Julia Hatmaker, and this is Today in PA. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-...
November 4, 2019
November 04, 2019 11:34 - 4 minutesThe first snowflakes of winter may be falling in Pennsylvania later this week. A fire in the Poconos has destroyed a historic resort. Meanwhile, in Philadelphia, water gushed from the top of a skyscraper onto the street below. And plans are in place to take The Pennsylvania Turnpike cashless by 2021. I’m Sean Adams, in for Julia Hatmaker, and this is Today in PA. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
November 1, 2019
November 01, 2019 05:06 - 5 minutesA man confesses to killing his family in the second quadruple homicide this year in a West Philadelphia neighborhood. In Harrisburg, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives spends $1.1 million to defend its opening prayer policy. Meanwhile, scientists have mapped out the genome of a spotted lanternfly. In weird and wonderful news, an artist has turned the sinkhole bus in Pittsburgh into a Christmas ornament. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
October 31, 2019
October 31, 2019 05:28 - 5 minutesHappy Halloween! A state constitutional amendment is on the ballot for Nov. 5 -- but votes won’t be counted right away (or maybe ever). Hunters may be able to hunt on select Sundays in Pennsylvania if the State Senate approves a new bill. Work zone speed cameras are coming to roads statewide. And, we’ll end it all with a heartwarming story about a young boy battling cancer who got to meet his hero -- Gritty. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
October 30, 2019
October 30, 2019 06:54 - 5 minutesA new bill is passed that’ll change voting in Pennsylvania starting in 2020. Meanwhile, in Pittsburgh a judge strikes down local gun control laws. Fishing fans, we’ve got good news for you -- the state is doubling the amount of trophy trout it’ll stock in 2020. And, to wrap it all up, we’ve got a cool story about how you can see a NASA rocket launch without leaving the state. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
October 29, 2019
October 29, 2019 07:51 - 4 minutesMembers of a "most violent" gang in Reading are charged with quadruple murder, kidnapping and more. Meanwhile, a new invasive species is found in Pennsylvania. In Pittsburgh, a bus goes viral after it gets swallowed up by a sinkhole. And, for those who missed the Popeyes chicken sandwich the first time -- you’re in luck. The viral fast food dish is coming back. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
October 28, 2019
October 28, 2019 04:38 - 4 minutesA Pittsburgh-area school district cancels school today over a rumored threat. In Schuylkill County, a high school football player was critically injured in a game this weekend. In other news, Pennsylvania doctors approve an invasive weight loss surgery for teens and a rare bird makes its first-ever appearance in state. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
October 25, 2019
October 25, 2019 07:44 - 4 minutesOne of Philadelphia’s top cops is accused of sexually assaulting three police officers. Meanwhile, in Lebanon County, 98 animals were seized from a self-proclaimed rescue organization. Pennsylvania refuses to give over drivers records to the Census Bureau and one York Township resident has transformed her home into Cookie Monster. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
October 24, 2019
October 24, 2019 06:45 - 4 minutesState lawmakers change their mind about a controversial bill about campaign finance. Meanwhile, a Lehigh County family is suing e-cigarette company Juul over their 13 year old’s addiction. Across the state, bed bugs are a serious problem -- with one Pennsylvania city being named the worst in the country for the pests. And, because we like to end on a happier story, we’ve got a tale about a celebrity who photobombed an engagement shoot in Philly See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out in...
October 23, 2019
October 23, 2019 04:15 - 3 minutesCampaign finance oversight is about to be more difficult in Pennsylvania, thanks to state lawmakers. Meanwhile, a new bill is passed that won’t let anyone younger than 18 get married in the state. In State College, a Penn State fraternity is suspended after a 17 year old dies. In more cheerful news, one of Pennsylvania’s iconic sports stars is the subject of a new stamp. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
October 22, 2019
October 22, 2019 08:58 - 4 minutesIt’s been a busy start of the week for the Pennsylvania General Assembly. A heartbeat bill, geared towards ending abortions, was introduced. Another bill was brought up that would change the voting system in the state and yet another piece of legislation seeks to solve a firefighter shortage. In non political news, Clark Bars are ready to make a comeback. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
October 20, 2019
October 21, 2019 05:51 - 4 minutesA fire in Allentown displaces 44, meanwhile two children have been shot in Philadelphia. A Pittsburgh Steelers player was arrested over the weekend. In less depressing news, Pennsylvania is selling an extreme beer that’s actually illegal in 15 states. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.