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

A federal judge has ordered that jurors be instructed on implicit racial bias prior to the start of a trial concerning a triple, “execution-style” murder. As a result of increasing gun violence, the Philadelphia Police Department will heighten its presence at a number of the city’s middle and high schools. One state lawmaker wants to ban schools from using Native American mascots and logos. Plus, the only thing better than drinking beer is drinking beer for a good cause.

 

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A Central Pennsylvania caregiver got up to nine years in prison for sexually molesting the severely disabled woman he had been tasked to look after. More Afghan evacuees will permanently make Pennsylvania their home than previously expected. If you’re a loyal Giant Eagle customer, make sure you buy your turkey before Thanksgiving as the supermarket chain will close its stores that day. Lastly, this guy stumbled upon a bag of money and returned it to its rightful owner.

 

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Ambulances in a number of locations in Pennsylvania are taking longer to get to the scene of an emergency. A new proposal could drive up the price of parking in some areas of Philadelphia. If you’re looking to drift about on a body of water now through the end of April, state law requires you to wear a life jacket (depending on the type of watercraft you’re on). Plus, we’d like to order a Big Mac with a side of some free tuition, please.

 

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A poll found ahead of elections that Pennsylvania voters believe government and politicians are the state’s biggest problem. The state treasurer has estimated that taxpayers could be out $100 million in order to cover the cost of state workers’ extra five days off (should they get vaccinated, that is). Those flying out of Philadelphia International Airport may still feel the impact of those American Airlines cancellations. Finally, a woman ordered wings and found a whole chicken head included in her meal.

 

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A lot of you may be wondering why purple paint spots are popping up on trees all over the state. Luckily, PennLive’s Marcus Schneck has the answer for you.

 

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Whether you love it or hate it, Halloween is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the U.S If you love it, though, you may want take your Halloween celebrations outside of Pennsylvania if you’re looking for an actual good, spooky time.

 

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A group of Satanists claimed they were discriminated against after a school banned all clothing and accessories with “satanic” imagery on them. A newly proposed $16 million project would convert all of Pittsburgh’s streetlights to LED. The Penguins’ Sidney Crosby is still recovering from a wrist surgery. And a bank offers to pay the electric bills of an iconic sign in Scranton so it can keep shining bright.

 

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The felony charge against a homeless man who accidentally stole 43 cents has been dropped. SEPTA has released a service interruption plan should its employees indeed strike. Opening day for trout season gets an official date in 2022. Lastly, a dog was fortunately saved from a fire.

 

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A congressman’s Twitter account was suspended over a post he published concerning former Pennsylvania Secretary of Health, Dr. Rachel Levine. In order to combat a labor shortage seen across the country, one local school district has approved increasing its substitute teacher pay by 110 percent. A state-run program allows for seniors to get matched with those looking for affordable housing. And the remains of an Indigenous man hundreds of years old are discovered in a school in Philadelphia.

 

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Prosecutor says story that SEPTA passengers recorded woman’s rape is false. North Allegheny school board may start approving all books. Businesses violating spotted lanternfly permit requirements. Beer is key to 106-year-old’s longevity.

 

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