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News: Tuesday, Dec. 29

CVS personnel administer Covid-19 vaccines to staff at Landis Homes on Monday, Dec. 28, 2020. (Source: Landis Homes)

CVS personnel administer Covid-19 vaccines to staff at Landis Homes on Monday, Dec. 28, 2020. (Source: Landis Homes)
CVS personnel administer Covid-19 vaccines to staff at Landis Homes on Monday, Dec. 28, 2020. (Source: Landis Homes)

Headlines:

First vaccinations in Lancaster County nursing homes: Landis Homes and Willow Valley Communities both began vaccinations of patients and staff with the Pfizer vaccine on Monday. (Source: WGAL)

State officials warn of delay before federal unemployment payments resume: It could take several weeks for the U.S. Labor Department to issue the necessary guidelines, acting Pa. Labor & Industry Secretary Jennifer Berrier said. (Source: LNP) The aid is part of the $900 billion relief package that President Trump balked at before signing. (Source: WITF)

Pennsylvanians traveling less over the holiday: Data indicates Christmas travel is down 40% in the state, versus 30% nationwide. (Source: ABC27)

National roundup: House sends bill authorizing $2,000 stimulus payments to Senate. (Source: Reuters) Biden says Trump officials are obstructing transition. (Source: AP) House overrides Trump's defense bill veto. (Source: NPR) Red tape keeps CARES Act homeless aid from being put to use. (Source: USA Today)