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Man slashes other man's neck over woman, police say
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Authorities say they have arrested a man on Tuesday for the alleged slashing of a man's neck in West Scranton, according to a media statement by the Scranton Police Department. Authorities say Tyquan Fields, 33, from Scranton, was arrested in connection to an attack that occurred Tuesday, Sept. 15, in [...]
Childhood rite moves indoors as kindergartners learn to ride bikes in school gyms
For generations, kids have learned how to ride a bike — a quintessential childhood milestone — in driveways, on sidewalks and in neighborhood streets.
Florida woman dies from dengue amid surge of reported cases statewide
A Florida woman died from dengue fever this month as the state is experiencing a major surge in the number of cases in recent months.
Hundreds gather to form human chain around Kennedy Center amid fears over its future
Actor Lynda Carter, who played Wonder Woman, was among the speakers at Friday’s rally outside the Kennedy Center.
Investigation underway after ATV driver found dead in Carbon County
Authorities are investigating the death of 27-year-old Kyle Elardo.
Ban on selling handguns to young adults under 21 is unconstitutional, Justice Department says
Federal law banning licensed firearms dealers from selling handguns to young adults under age 21 is unconstitutional and can't be enforced.
Police arrest man in connection with Scranton slashing incident
Scranton Police arrested Tyquan Fields, 33, following a Sept. 15, 2026, slashing on Jackson Street that left a man hospitalized with a neck wound.
Pennsylvania weather: Partly cloudy with slight chance of showers
(WBRE/WYOU) — It's been a fairly quiet start to the weekend, however, it won't end the same way. An area of low pressure moves in late Saturday night. Clouds will increase with showers developing. We'll drop into the mid 50s. Periods of rain will be with us throughout the day on Sunday. Even a few [...]
12-year-old Tennessee boy gives back after lemonade stand becomes highly successful
The business grew out of a homeschool entrepreneurship class. The stand now generates nearly half a million dollars in sales and donates 20% of its proceeds back.
PA State Trooper Michael Pahira honored at football game of his alma mater, North Schuylkill High School
The family of Trooper Pahira was present to help kick off the game played in honor of the trooper who was killed in the line of duty.
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Interstate 80 reopens in Luzerne and Columbia Counties
A crash on I-80 in Black Creek Township had shut down the westbound lanes in Luzerne County Thursday morning.
Heating costs could spike this winter as Iran war drives up global energy costs, new forecast says
A nonprofit policy organization's forecast said heating oil could face a sharp spike this winter.
When is the first day of fall? Autumnal Equinox is almost here
Fall is almost officially here, with the autumnal equinox marking the change of seasons.
Bloomsburg Fair announces 2026 music line up
BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The 171st Bloomsburg Fair is less than 10 days away, and the music line...
Pennsylvania weather: Muggy with a chance of storms
(WBRE/WYOU) — Warm and muggy weather will rule through Thursday afternoon. A couple of showers are possible...
Weather IQ: Do hurricanes and tropical storms provide any benefit to Earth?
Hurricanes and other tropical cyclones can transfer heat across the globe, restore ecosystems, and help drought-...
Toyota recalls thousands of EVs due to software issue that could cause sudden loss of power
Owners will receive free software updates, with notification letters expected to be mailed beginning Oct. 18.
Remains of missing Tennessee woman found 2 years after Hurricane Helene
The remains are those of Nancy Tucker, believed to be Washington County's last missing victim of Hurricane Helene...
Nonprofit keeps neighbors warm with firewood donations
BERWICK, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As heating costs continue to put pressure on household budgets, keeping a...
Persistent heat dome grips the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast while most of the US sees above-average high temps
The Climate Prediction Center has almost the entire lower 48 trending warmer than normal through September 29th.