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Who should decide when an emergency is over? That question is increasing tension between Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf and the state’s GOP. And now the voters get to weigh in. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk explains.

The Republican majority in Pennsylvania’s General Assembly wants to wrest control from the governor’s office over the powers of emergency declarations.

The restrictions on indoor dining in Philadelphia go until Jan. 15, but restrictions on gyms and some other activities expire Jan. 4. NBC10’s Steven Fisher speaks with gym owners and Katy Zachry explains which restrictions are expiring.

Governor Tom Wolf recommended postponing youth and recreational sports in the fall to protect children and teens from the coronavirus pandemic, a statement that “disappointed” the PIAA. Meanwhile Delaware agreed to put fall sports on hold.

Some local restaurant owners are angry over Governor Tom Wolf’s orders to reduce indoor capacity amid spikes in COVID-19 cases, calling the decision irresponsible and rushed. They spoke with NBC10’s Deanna Durante.

Governor Tom Wolf announced new restrictions for Pennsylvania bars, restaurants, gyms and more. NBC10’s Drew Smith looks at the impact.

Gov. Tom Wolf will allow 12 more counties that are home to 1.3 million people to join the nearly 4 million who are now in the least-restrictive phase of his three-step pandemic reopening plan

The presidential primary in Pennsylvania was pushed back a month in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, and the number of mail-in ballots surged, adding to an unpredictable day at the polls.

It’s been a Pennsylvania Primary like no other amid a backdrop of civil unrest and a pandemic. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk speaks to voters about the changing times.

The Democratic governor announced his support for Joe Biden in the November election against President Donald Trump.

On Wednesday, former Vice President Joe Biden and Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf had a conversation about Pennsylvania’s coronavirus response as the Democratic governor endorsed Biden in the 2020 presidential race.

Some like Bucks County just north of Philadelphia say citizens “have been patient … now they need to be given the final date so they can prepare for the change.”

There’s a growing call to reopen more counties in Pennsylvania amid the coronavirus pandemic. But Governor Wolf fired back, calling politicians who encourage businesses to reopen without state approval “cowards.” NBC10’s Matt DeLucia has the story.

A defiant Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf delivered pointed remarks on Monday to politicians who are encouraging residents, businesses and counties to defy coronavirus shutdown orders. Wolf warns funding, licenses and insurance is at risk if they choose to reopen without approval.

Gov. Tom Wolf and state health officials removed the prohibition on ‘non-urgent, non-emergent’ dental procedures, as of May 7, his office said Friday.

Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf said Friday that he’s moving 24 of the state’s 67 counties to a relaxed restriction level. It’s the first time areas of the state are reopening from coronavirus shut downs.

“It’s quite likely you will not be voting where you’re used to voting,” Montgomery County Commissioner Dr. Val Arkoosh said Friday. NBC10 reporter Deanna Durante has the details.

Nearly 500,000 voters have already applied for mail-in ballots ahead of the June primary election. Voters are not required to, and there will be polling places open on the day of the election.

NBC10’s Pamela Osborne reports on the initial plans to get Pennsylvania up and running again after coronavirus shutdowns.