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Netflix revives Gene Wilder's voice with AI for new 'Wonka' competition series
Netflix used an AI firm to re-create Gene Wilder's voice for a new "Willy Wonka" competition series, with the late actor's estate's blessing.
WNEP Tue, Jun 30 [totalcount]
Roofing crews look to beat the heat in the Poconos
GREENE TOWNSHIP, PIKE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The heat isn't stopping crews from getting the job done in the Poconos, but it does serve as an important reminder to stay hydrated. Roofers with MNM Roofing are working through soaring temperatures by taking extra precautions to stay safe. Crews are staying hydrated and taking breaks when needed [...]
PA homepage Tue, Jun 30 [totalcount]
NPR retracts story reporting Justice Samuel Alito is retiring from Supreme Court
An accidentally published story quickly sparked rumors on Tuesday morning that a U.S. Supreme Court justice was retiring, until the article was retracted.
WNEP Tue, Jun 30 [totalcount]
Victim identified in deadly Williamsport shooting
WILLIAMSPORT, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — 28/22 News now knows the name of the teenager killed in a Williamsport shooting. Police have now identified the victim of Monday's shooting at the corner of Lloyd Street and Memorial Avenue in Williamsport. The coroner says 18-year-old Nasir Kramer died from multiple gunshot wounds. His manner of death has [...]
PA homepage Tue, Jun 30 [totalcount]
'Big, beautiful baby': 14-pound baby born in New York
Yemaya India Soto Rodriguez was born on June 9 weighing 14 pounds, 1 ounce.
WNEP Tue, Jun 30 [totalcount]
Tips for working in the heat this week
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — If you're one of the thousands working in the sweltering heat, here are a few tips to get you through the week. It's no secret that this week is going to be a scorcher in Northeastern Pennsylvania with temperatures forecasted to climb into the 90's. Some workers can escape the [...]
PA homepage Tue, Jun 30 [totalcount]
Big Boy 4014 prepares to depart from Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A rare sight in Scranton is about to roll out. Tuesday was the last full day to see two massive Big Boy locomotives side-by-side at Steamtown. 28/22 News Reporter Colby Hughes explained how one visit brought huge crowds, big energy, and more than 100,000 people to the Electric City. The [...]
PA homepage Tue, Jun 30 [totalcount]
FDA allows ZYN nicotine pouches to be marketed as less harmful than cigarettes
The Food Drug Administration weighed in on whether Phillip-Morris, the owner of the nicotine pouches ZYN, can market them as healthier.
WNEP Tue, Jun 30 [totalcount]
Trump announces midterm convention for Republicans in Dallas in September
The convention will be held in Dallas on Sept. 9 and 10.
WNEP Tue, Jun 30 [totalcount]
Ukrainian Homestead dancers prepare for weekend showcase near Lehighton
A long-standing dance camp is connecting young dancers with Ukrainian heritage.
WNEP Tue, Jun 30 [totalcount]