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News: Monday, Feb. 8

Quarterback Tom Brady hoists the Lombardi Trophy after leading the Tampa Buccanneers to a win over the Kansas City Chiefs, 31-9, in Super Bowl LV on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021. (Source: NFL.com)

Quarterback Tom Brady hoists the Lombardi Trophy after leading the Tampa Buccanneers to a win over the Kansas City Chiefs, 31-9, in Super Bowl LV on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021. (Source: NFL.com)
Quarterback Tom Brady hoists the Lombardi Trophy after leading the Tampa Buccanneers to a win over the Kansas City Chiefs, 31-9, in Super Bowl LV on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021. (Source: NFL.com)

Headlines:

Pa.'s demographic data on Covid-19 vaccination is incomplete: The gaps may hinder efforts to ensure equity in vaccine distribution, advocates said. (Source: LNP)

Older rural Pennsylvanians face obstacles to vaccination: They may lack internet access or transportation, and there may be no hospital or chain pharmacies nearby. (Source: WITF)

Lt. Gov. Fetterman officially announces U.S. Senate run: The former mayor of Braddock, a Democrat, will seek the seat being vacated by Republican Pat Toomey. (Source: Capital-Star)

Court case challenges end of Pa.'s General Assistance program: Eliminated in 2019 budget cuts, it had provided $200 a month to about 12,000 indigent people. (Source: WITF)

National/world roundup: On eve of Trump impeachment trial, key procedural questions remain. (Source: USA Today)  Maskless fans celebrate Tampa Bay Super Bowl win. (Source: ABC News) Tesla purchases $1.5B in Bitcoin. (Source: CNBC) Republicans redouble efforts to restrict voting. (Source: NPR) Poll finds few think U.S. democracy is working well. (Source: AP)