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CBS pays for Colbert's use of 'Peanuts' song in 'Late Show' finale
Stephen Colbert joked about the cost of unauthorized use of the song, and then CBS actually had to pay for it.
WNEP Thu, Jun 18 [totalcount]
Tropical Storm Arthur, first of the Atlantic season, weakens to a low pressure area
Arthur is the first named storm of 2026. Although significant wind impacts are not expected, the storm's remnants could bring localized flooding into the weekend.
WNEP Wed, Jun 17 [totalcount]
$1.2 billion land deal could pave way for data centers
SALEM TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— To some, Salem Township is a land of agriculture and wildlife. But to others, it's an area that has been industrialized and developed for decades. With nuclear power, high voltage lines, and gas pipelines literally in people's backyards, developers are now eyeing more than 4,000 acres of the township for [...]
PA homepage Wed, Jun 17 [totalcount]
Trombonist John 'Toos' Tucci celebrates 70 years with Cressona Band while in hospice care
John Tucci, also known as Toos, is celebrating 70 years as a trombonist with the Cressona Band, still passionately playing his trombone while being in hospice care.
WNEP Wed, Jun 17 [totalcount]
194-year-old Jonathan the tortoise named Guinness World Records Icon
The Seychelles giant tortoise, still very much alive, is now an estimated 194 years old.
WNEP Wed, Jun 17 [totalcount]
US and Iran sign initial deal to end war, ease sanctions and open strait as nuclear talks continue
Much of the agreement would restore the status quo before the war, including ending hostilities and restarting negotiations over Tehran's nuclear program.
WNEP Wed, Jun 17 [totalcount]
Police arrest 2nd suspect in Ohio festival shooting that left 12 injured
The second of two suspects in the June 6, Toledo, Ohio, festival shooting has been arrested, police confirmed Wednesday.
WNEP Wed, Jun 17 [totalcount]
LCTA unveils new buses for 250th birthday of US
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Ahead of Saturday's America 250 PA concert in Kirby Park, the Luzerne County Transportation Authority (LCTA) is showing off two new buses all decked out in Americana. Wilkes-Barre's mayor and leaders with America 250 PA unveiled the bus today, while also laying out transportation plans for the concert. Attendees will [...]
PA homepage Wed, Jun 17 [totalcount]
Shamokin man found guilty of...
SUNBURY — A 33-year-old Shamokin man could face up to 68 years in state prison on four felony aggravated assault charges and endangering the welfare of children for his involvement in a drive-by shooting in October 2024
Daily Item Wed, Jun 17 [totalcount]
California man pleads guilty to...
MIDDLEBURG — A California man pleaded guilty Wednesday in Snyder County Court to stalking and terrorizing 10 victims, including two Geisinger nurses and police.
Daily Item Wed, Jun 17 [totalcount]