Murderer's Escape Prompts Prison Upgrades: 5 Must-Read PA Stories

Good evening, Pennsylvania Patch readers! We've assembled some of the most share-worthy stories from the state for today, just for you.

Here are the top five stories from Pennsylvania:

1. Police in Lower Merion Township are warning residents of scams occurring at gas stations.According to police, a new trend targets drivers who are filling up at gas pumps. (Read more on Patch.)

2. An early Tuesday morning three-alarm fire has damaged several rowhomes on Spruce Street, fire officials said. (Read more on Patch.)

3. Casual attire is now allowed on the U.S. Senate floor, meaning Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman can wear his trademark shorts and hoodies there. Fetterman recently has been voting from doorways so he didn't violate the Senate dress code. (Read more on Patch.)

4. It just became a lot easier for Pennsylvania drivers to become voters as the verification processes of DMV registration and voter registration have been combined, Governor Josh Shapiro announced in a news release Tuesday. (Read more on Patch.)

5. Chester County residents spoke out Monday night at the first of two town halls following the Aug. 31 prison escape of 34-year-old Danilo Cavalcante, who was on the run for 14 days before being captured. (Read more on Patch.)