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It'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.

  • Dec. 12, 2025
    A city in Pennsylvania was the number one market for online gambling companies as calls and texts to helplines rise. According to a recent poll, the majority of Pennsylvanians think AI will hurt the state’s economy. Some officials want to fast-track military medics into civilian healthcare to 
  • Dec. 11, 2025
    The state AG has accused Dollar General of overcharging customers. Nearly 3 million people never got mail that the state sent, and officials didn’t notice for about a month. This city is purportedly a “judicial hellhole.” And $600 glasses of champagne — in this economy?
  • Dec. 10, 2025
    A major chip factory (the snack, not the tech kind) factory is closing down next year. A study has found that kids who have a smartphone by the age of 12 have higher risks of depression and other ailments. Less snow, more money. Also, be sure to look up at the night sky throughout the month.
  • Dec. 9, 2025
    Pennsylvania’s Medicaid will stop covering drugs used for obesity only. A Pittsburgh councilwoman has proposed a 30 percent tax hike for next year. The state has landed this company’s first factory in the Northeast. Plus, an “absolutely incredible” bag.
  • Dec. 8, 2025
    Patient deaths at hospitals related to sepsis — as well as other conditions — have risen. Delaware County residents might see their property taxes go up significantly next year. Philly’s still struggling with an abandoned car problem. Also, if you’re single and looking to mingle, this is the place for you.
  • Dec. 5, 2025
    Pennsylvanians should be wary of mislabeled Ritz products. A former Amazon worker claims she was fired due to her pregnancy. Astronomers are offering a tour of the night sky. Finally, the listeners of “Today in PA” get their own Spotify Wrapped.
  • Dec. 4, 2025
    A shredded cheese sold at places like Walmart and Aldi has been recalled. SEPTA won’t actually make its latest deadline to update its aging railcars. Driverless cabs are coming. Also, December’s looking properly cold.
  • Dec. 3, 2025
    The state budget was over 130 days late, but don’t worry — officials got their pay raise on time. Homeowners in Philadelphia — and nationwide — are staying put. This is what happens if you don’t have a Real ID at the airport. Plus, two Good Samaritans made the effort to return a woman’s purse and wallet.
  • Dec. 2, 2025
    Another Staples is closing. Time to batten down the hatches for the incoming snow (in some areas, at least). Fish licenses for 2026 are now on sale. And why not try to make something sweet for the holidays?
  • Dec. 1, 2025
    These “flying” spiders are big and generally creepy (but harmless to humans). And they’re expected to return to places like Pennsylvania next year.
  • Nov. 28, 2025
    Black Friday has become a frenzied day on the American calendar filled with slashed prices and practically blood-thirsty shoppers. But did you know that it has origins in Pennsylvania?
  • Nov. 26, 2025
    SEPTA says it’ll fully restore rail service by late next month. Alcohol sales dipped statewide last year. This is Thanksgiving’s current forecast, which many of you might be wondering about. Also, Pennsylvania just gave a record film tax credit to a popular HBO series.
  • Nov. 25, 2025
    A utility is raising its rates very soon. Deer season, too, begins soon. Here’s what to expect for Thanksgiving travel this year. And here’s what one cent could go for.
  • Nov. 24, 2025
    A gas leak in Bucks County has prompted a federal official to propose pipeline safety reforms. Gas-powered leaf blowers are officially banned in this one place in Montgomery County. New AT&T cell sites are coming to Pennsylvania. Plus, for these teens it was either be charged, or run a half marathon.
  • Nov. 21, 2025
    More cases of infant botulism tied to a recalled baby formula have been reported. A bill that would prohibit hair-based discrimination is on its way to get Gov. Shapiro’s John Hancock. The officials of one county have given the OK to increase air-quality permit fees. Also, how the heck did this get here?
  • Nov. 20, 2025
    Scammers have created a fake website for water bills that people should be aware of. Three Mile Island is getting a little federal help. Two airport security checkpoints are reopening now that the shutdown’s over. And if you love sports, then these are the cities for you. 
  • Nov. 19, 2025
    Penn says that data breach “has been mischaracterized.” A city might raise taxes for the first time in about 12 years. A mall has been condemned following a wall collapse. Plus, the reviews are in for Pittsburgh International Airport’s brand new terminal. 
  • Nov. 18, 2025
    A proposal would help towns crack down on irresponsible e-bike riders. Pilots for an airline are set to picket this morning. Snow is expected in some areas. Also, this is the “Jetsons Act,” and it proposes exactly what you think it does. 
  • Nov. 17, 2025
    A man claims he saw “something” strange while driving with his wife in Centre County. 
  • Nov. 14, 2025
    An annual study has once again found that Pennsylvania’s number one Thanksgiving side is “America’s most-loved.”