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

The officials of one city are set to vote on whether to lessen the punishment for weed possession. Penn State is dipping its toes into nuclear technology. A bridge connecting Jersey and Pennsylvania that’s been closed for almost a decade might get replaced. Finally, a woman encountered a rarely seen creature in a parking lot.

A program has stopped over 120 weapons from being used in schools. The estimated cost of building a thruway is getting closer to $1 billion. In more spending news, Pennsylvania officials plan on putting $10 million toward a new voter registration system. And this is the state’s favorite cereal.

A “strong burning smell” — along with other issues — was reported on a SEPTA train before it caught on fire, but it was allowed to continue operating anyway. Hundreds of people were the victims of a bank fraud scheme that stole more than $30 million. You could get a text telling you why you’re stuck in traffic on the turnpike soon. Lastly, Philadelphia’s really spoiling America on its 250th birthday.

Advocates are calling for a solution to a rise in food stamp theft. Pedestrian deaths are down nationally, but not in Pennsylvania. People in a mobile park haven’t had water for almost 50 days now. And not one, but two eclipses are coming this month.

Philadelphia saw a “remarkable” drop in violent crime last year. A proposal would allow for hunters in Pennsylvania to retrieve game using drones. Public input is needed for a transit agency’s proposed service changes. Plus, he swears he saw Bigfoot.

The number of EV charging stations in Pennsylvania has gone up. A campaign against aggressive drivers has launched. PennDOT has resumed work on some major projects. And check out this “megalodon.”

An official wants a study on how much climate change might cost Pennsylvania in the future. Philadelphians might be facing water and sewer rate hikes. With Fat Tuesday comes fastnachts. Plus, a lost puppy gets rescued.

One state lawmaker wants to modernize how people receive public notices. PennDOT is investing millions into traffic safety improvements. Be sure to look up to see some planets march across the sky tonight. Finally, they’re back by popular demand.

Butler County has confirmed its first bird flu case. Fatal overdoses are falling in Pennsylvania. Someone out there’s the owner of a $3 million scratch-off. And there’s some Tush Pushback going on in the NFL.

An airport has already stopped at least 10 guns this year. Penn State is facing some “difficult choices.” The debate over when rifle deer season starts continues. Lastly, dozens of schools nationwide have banned a controversial — but beloved — shoe.