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

The School District of Philadelphia — for the first time in this country’s history — was criminally charged over its asbestos situation. The deletion of a Facebook comment, according to a recent ruling, violated the First Amendment. Pennsylvania runs the risk of falling behind on the condition of its rural roads and bridges. Also, this place is one of the worst to celebrate the Fourth of July.

This general store — and its ice cream challenge — is a nice cherry on top on the Appalachian Trail.

Pennsylvania’s population has reached a tipping point in one notable regard. Free school lunches for all students could be on the table. This Fourth of July is expected to be very busy this year for travelers. Lastly, two local buffet restaurants have just been recognized as being some of the best around.

Doctors and others in the medical field from certain states can now work in Pennsylvania without needing a state license, and vice-versa. A pending strike could impact garbage collection and other vital services in Philadelphia. Here’s what experts say you should keep your AC on in the heat. Finally, a zoo will celebrate a milestone for one of its residents.

A bill would reduce the penalties for prostitution. Drug deliveries resulting in death charges have fallen statewide. A state Senate committee just backed a proposal that would open up more Sundays for hunting in Pennsylvania. Also, these universities have been recognized as some of the world’s best.

Thousands of people were left without power during this heat wave. Health insurers have agreed to reduce the need for prior authorization. If you think planes have been flying a bit low lately, you’re right. Lastly, a teacher scored $250K after facing off with non other than Tom Brady.

A major insurance company informed the public of a massive cyber attack. A bill would put” reasonable limits” on rent increases. The heat just keeps on coming. And here’s something to raise a glass to.

A premade meal has been voluntarily recalled over contamination concerns. Hunting licenses go on sale next week. It’s expected to be a busy summer travel season. Finally, a man purportedly crashed his car thanks to a cicada.

That transit funding bill that has advanced. A well-known company has vowed to remove all artificial dyes in its food by the end of 2027. Keep your eyes peeled for this “wicked” bug. And this lady’s Friday the 13th turned out to be quite lucky.

Pennsylvania will get hundreds of millions of dollars in an opioid settlement. A school district in the state wasn’t the only one to be hit by a data breach. Even more Rite Aids will close. Plus, Pennsylvania’s favorite pasta dish.