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

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court rules that police will need more than probable cause to search a vehicle without a warrant. Philadelphia extends its ban on indoor dining. University of Pittsburgh is awarded $2.5 million to study potential links between the shale gas industry and childhood cancers. The Pennsylvania State Police are looking for horses to join its force. A former Pittsburgh Steeler saves Christmas after thieves steal gifts from victims of child abuse.

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A police officer was shot three times by a handcuffed man. Lancaster District Attorney charges man with criminal homicide over case of missing Amish woman. Pennsylvania man registered dead mother to vote for President Donald Trump. Overdose deaths increased by nearly 12 percent during the pandemic. Rite Aid expands its free coronavirus testing efforts.

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Sheriffs say they won’t enforce Gov. Wolf’s COVID-19 restrictions. $108 million that was meant to go towards struggling renters and homeowners won’t after the state misses deadline to distribute the funds. President Trump’s campaign petitions the Supreme Court to overturn Pennsylvania’s election results. Air quality in much of Pennsylvania will be dangerous for those with respiratory issues today. Community college professor donates nearly $1 million to his old school.

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More than 1,000 health care workers have received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine in Pennsylvania. Billionaire Mackenzie Scott donates millions to at least 12 Pennsylvania-based nonprofits, colleges and organizations. Highmark Health partners with Google to make a digital healthcare tool. Pennsylvania woman is a finalist to win $1 million on New Year’s Day.

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A deadly crash involving at least 30 vehicles shuts down Interstate 80. At least 150 restaurants threatened with fines from the state. One restaurant ditches indoor dining in favor of room service. Villanova coach Jay Wright scores his 600th win.

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Governor Wolf declares a disaster emergency over the impending snowstorm. Prosecutors charge Doylestown engineering firm with stealing $2 million from churches, school districts and municipal governments. Woman told she can’t keep $4.15 million lottery winnings by judge. Lincoln University receives $20 million gift. 

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The first Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines are given out in the Keystone State. A list of the ten nursing homes with the most COVID-19 deaths in the country is mostly Pennsylvania institutions. Harrisburg is named one of the hottest real estate markets in the country. Hershey’s is the key ingredient in a new dessert at Popeye’s.

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Snow is coming to Pennsylvania this week, with some areas expecting up to 18 inches. As the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine goes out across the country, don’t expect much of it to end up in Pennsylvania. Patients at two Lehigh Valley hospital networks are seeing success from an experimental drug meant to fight the coronavirus. One company brings holiday cheer by making Knoebel’s drive-thru light show free for one night.

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Governor Wolf issues new, stricter COVID-19 restrictions. Texas wants to take Pennsylvania to the Supreme Court over the election, which was the most expensive election many counties had ever seen. FCC awards $368.7 million to help bring high speed internet to rural areas.

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Governor Wolf tests positive for COVID-19. Feds charge Pagans Motorcycle Club members with drug trafficking. 48 attorneys general (including Pennsylvania’s) file antitrust lawsuit against Facebook. Allegheny County bakery crafts a cannoli Christmas tree.

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