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

Coal miners have been given (hopefully) better protection from a poisonous dust under a finalized federal rule. A school in Bucks County will revise a view of its policies regarding social media posts by student-run clubs. An iconic roller coaster won’t be open this season. Lastly, it’s Jellyroll v. Jelly Roll.

A former hospital official has pled guilty to embezzling money from the institution’s charity fund. A Roku data breach has affected about 600,000 users. The 4-day school week is now legal in Pennsylvania. And here’s Pennsylvania’s favorite McDonald’s food.

A new Philadelphia prosecution unit will starting focusing in on repeat gun offenders as the battle against the city’s gun violence continues. Some Pennsylvanians can still get their hands on a piece of a $43.4 million pie. Coffee of any size is free at all Wawa’s today. Plus, he’s a “professional walker.”

Measles cases are on the rise. The state has issued a quarantine on dairy cows from outside the state. Major healthcare providers, including one based in Pennsylvania, are now covering an over-the-counter birth control pill. And if you look up, you could spot “one of the oldest known meteor showers.”

A bill would inform consumers of AI-generated content. Pennsylvania could become the next state to ban using handheld devices while driving. Stamp prices are going up again. Lastly, an ATM…for dogs? 

The state Supreme Court heard arguments this week concerning with a federal law which grants gun manufacturers immunity from civil liability can keep a family who lost their son to a fatal gunshot from suing. Lawmakers are taking another look at water privatization. Over 40 aftershocks were felt after that earthquake. Plus, a Pennsylvanian won big at the CMT Music Awards. 

Some universities are claiming that the plan to lower prescription drug costs could hinder medical innovation. Part of a proposed consent decree would have Philips Respironics paying the U.S Treasury for the next five years. E-ZPass holders, there’s a new scam to keep an eye out for. Lastly, eagles Irvin and Claire welcome their new child. 

A Pennsylvania hospital system is among those offering concierge services which can cost up to $4,000 a year. Philadelphia officials have banned license plate flippers. Pittsburgh rivers reached their highest level they’ve been in almost two decades. Finally, something “devilish” may be in the sky along with the eclipse today, too. 

A DA plans on pursing the death penalty against a man who killed three of his relatives before fleeing to New Jersey. As areas like Bucks County are hit with heavier ran, officials tackle higher flood insurance premiums. There’s a whole lot of bugs coming soon, but Pennsylvania’s not a pitstop for them. And the state’s favorite cocktail “can make you feel like a true class act.” 

Pennsylvania’s method of tracking inmate deaths is “spotty at best.” Philadelphia apparently bungled a $22 million anti-violence initiative. DoorDash is testing out a new initiative in Pennsylvania. And a new ride gets its own beer.