WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A drive-by shooting over the weekend near an apartment complex in Wilkes-Barre is under investigation. On May 31, around 8:00 p.m., officers were called to the 900 block of Scott Street for a report of shots fired. Police say Luzerne County 911 received an open-line call during which screaming could [...]
PIKE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man has been sentenced for the crime of making children watch pornography with him. Pike County District Attorney Ray Tonkin stated 73-year-old Juan Torres Alvarado, of Blooming Grove Township, previously entered a guilty plea to the charges of possession of child sexual abuse material, unlawful contact with a minor, corruption [...]
MAHONING TWP., CARBON COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police are investigating an armed robbery at a smoke shop in Carbon County. On May 31, troopers were called for an armed robbery at the PA Smoke Shop in Mahoning Township. Police say a man wearing a blue sweatshirt, black pants, and a camouflage mask robbed the shop [...]
(WBRE/WYOU) — Monday night will turn out mainly clear and cool. There is a small chance of a pop-up shower. Temperatures will fall into the 40s. We're tracking warmer temperatures as we head towards the end of the week. However, temperatures on Tuesday will stay in the lower and middle 70s. You can expect a [...]
Shamokin Area High School seniors Gianna and Gabrielle Venna made history Friday when the twins were named valedictorian and salutatorian for the class of 2026.
LEWISBURG — Lewisburg Area School District will be reviewing student screen time usage and instructional technology.
PECKVILLE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It was a time to shine for hundreds of people at a community event in northeastern Pennsylvania. A prom brought them out for a night to remember. 28/22 News Reporter Colby Hughes explained the fun and meaningful event. A night most people remember for life: prom night. This prom in [...]
BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are asking residents to check their cameras after a home invasion in Bloomsburg. The Bloomsburg Police Department said on Friday that they are investigating a home invasion that happened just after 6:05 p.m. Friday on the 800 block of Poplar Street. Officers were told that the person, dressed in [...]
PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Cats, yoga, and a local brewery all came together for a sold-out event in Pittston: Kittens climbed, played, and curled up beside participants during Kitten Yoga inside Blind Cat Beer Company. The event featured cat-themed music, a packed crowd, and plenty of chances for people to interact with kittens from [...]
PECKVILLE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local event is making sure no kid is left on the sidelines by financial barriers. Runners did their part on Sunday at the second annual Build-N-Athlete 10K, 5K, and Kids' Fun Run in Peckville. The event raises money to help local kids and their families afford the gear they [...]
