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

A recent poll has shown that Pennsylvania residents’ disapproval of how President Joe Biden and Governor Tom Wolf are handling COVID-19 has gone up. One state senator wants to bring back workers to the Pennsylvania Turnpike’s toll booths. Harrisburg will have to pay a former cop disability for the “psychological injury” she received while on the job. Lastly, a number of towns in the Keystone State were deemed some of the best Christmas towns in the nation.

 

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Yet another gun was confiscated at Lehigh Valley International Airport, the seventh of the year. Speaking of airports, Philadelphia International Airport has—very helpfully—begun to display wait times at security checkpoints for flyers. State liquor and wine sales set a record for this year. Finally, just to bring it back to LIVA again, anyone else see those weird, glowing orbs flying nearby the other day?

 

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A woman was beaten on a SEPTA train by a 12- and 13-year-old only hours after an anti-violence rally took place. A rioter was sentenced to federal prison for throwing concrete at an occupied police vehicle during the George Floyd protests last year. Some officials are saying that roundabouts are the key to making Pennsylvania’s roads safer. And a beloved Pennsylvania doughnut chain has been deemed a national favorite.

 

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Multiple schools in Pittsburgh were forced to switch to remote learning after officials caught wind of a threat made on Snapchat. The recent cyberattack against Butler college is, according to experts, a reflection of a larger national trend. A local cosmetics company sued by L’Oréal just can’t seem to make up as it continues it legal battle. Finally, there’s an odd duck in Philly.

 

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Governor Tom Wolf revealed Pennsylvania’s first-ever litter action plan the other day. The Pittsburgh Penguins have reached an agreement with Fenway Sports Group that would allow for the Red Sox owners to hold a controlling interest in the franchise. More snow is forecasted for this week. Plus, guess what the biggest company in Pennsylvania is?

 

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Philadelphia has officially confirmed its 500th homicide of the year, tying with its all-time record. Residents in Pennsylvania could see their electricity bills rise by much as 50 percent starting Dec.1. More clean-diesel Port Authority buses will soon hit the road. And pucker up to Pennsylvania’s new potential state candy.

 

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Medical marijuana growers throughout the state have until the end of the month to report any additives in their vape products. Firearms deer season opens this Saturday, with hundreds of thousands of hunters predicted to partake in the sport. Mother Nature could let it snow today. Lastly, a man got hit with a one-day prison sentence after stealing a rifle used in the Revolutionary War.

 

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A worldwide shortage in aluminum has left hospitals—including those in Pennsylvania—short on items such as crutches, walkers, and canes. A benefactor of the University of Pennsylvania has pulled his donations over the men’s basketball team’s decision to sit during the national anthem. Pennsylvania residents, along with the rest of the country, are gearing up to travel and celebrate Thanksgiving pre-pandemic style. And this city has been listed as an up-and-coming travel spot, although it’s probably one you’ve never expected.

 

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A man intentionally drove towards an officer before leading police on a low-speed chase on Pittsburgh’s South Side. Exelon is transferring nuclear reactors, including some in Pennsylvania, to a newly created spin-off company. Mayor Bill Peduto and his team are pushing for legislation that would require all city departments to use “sustainable and socially responsible” methods of procurement such as electronic signatures. Plus, this is the Keystone State’s favorite Christmas candy.

 

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An assault which took place on Philly’s Broad Street Line against a group of Asian students is believed to have been racially motivated. The well-known statue of an Amish family that stands outside of the former Roadside America site was severely damaged after being intentionally set on fire. Concession stands at state parks are making the switch to paper products. And a gigantic ornament in Pittsburgh gets itself out of a pickle.

 

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