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News: Friday, Jan. 15

The Pennsylvania State Capitol. (Source: Wikimedia Commons)

The Pennsylvania State Capitol. (Source: Wikimedia Commons)
The Pennsylvania State Capitol. (Source: Wikimedia Commons)

Headlines:

Gov. Wolf issues wavier for pharmacists to administer Covid-19 vaccine: The waiver allows them to do so without a doctor's order. (Source: WGAL) However, his authority to issue such orders could be curbed if the legislature succeeds in limiting his emergency powers. (Source: Capital-Star)

National Guard to protect state Capitol: Leaders in Harrisburg and other state capitals are taking multiple precautions against potential unrest on the eve of President-elect Joe Biden.  (Source: WGAL)

State system universities examining race issues: Daniel Greenstein, chancellor of the system that includes Millersville University, said he has heard both praise and criticism from graduates. (Source: Spotlight PA)

Lancaster County taking it slow on vaccine registration portal: Neighboring counties have launched signup portals, but that's not yet local health systems' preference, county Commissioner Josh Parsons said. (Source: LNP)

National/world roundup: Capitol rioters included ex-military, cops, (Source: AP) and invaders intended to assassinate officials. (Source: Reuters) Poll finds majority support barring Trump from office. (Source: ABC News) Biden's proposed $1.4 trillion stimulus includes $1,400 checks, state aid, more. (Source: US News)