Luzerne County

Three visually-impaired students begin working with Wilkes-Barre's Department this July, gaining vital job experience.

A nonprofit in Luzerne County is reminding people that sunglasses are more than a fashion accessory.

One township in Luzerne County is looking to take an extra precaution against data centers, despite there being no active proposed development.

COURTDALE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man accused of attempted homicide is now off the hook in Luzerne County. A jury found Wadee Dwikat not guilty of all charges in a trial earlier this month tied to a 2023 shooting on Christmas Day. He was arrested in Ohio back in January 2024 and brought back [...]

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — While the stage is down and the chairs are gone, Wilkes-Barre's America 250 PA Commonwealth Concert had the Diamond City rocking Saturday night. According to the America 250 PA Facebook page, the concert officially sold out around 12:00 p.m. Saturday. 28/22 News reached out to America 250 PA and is [...]

Newswatch 16's Melissa Steininger spoke with neighbors who have been staring at the debris, wondering when the project will finally be finished.

A jury found Wadee Dwikat not guilty of all charges after an 8-day trial last week.

Bernie's Run celebrates the life of a longtime YMCA leader while raising money for programs that promote health and wellness.

Flames sparked along Mayock Street in the city around 1:30 a.m. Monday.

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Crowds packed Kirby Park for a massive concert Saturday night, but by morning, the focus quickly shifted to cleanup. Crews moved fast following the America 250 PA event, working to break down staging, remove fencing, and clear out trash left behind after thousands filled the park. City workers, stage crews, [...]