Luzerne County

Students in Luzerne County celebrate St. Patrick's Day with music and dance, a cherished tradition that helps bring the community together.

(WBRE/WYOU) — Losing $50 hurts. $1,000 a blow. But what if you lost nearly a quarter of a million dollars, your whole life savings? That's the reality for a woman from Luzerne County and now she's sharing her story to make sure you don't get scammed the way she did. 28/22 News' Gianna Galli previews [...]

Women's wrestling is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country, and this year it officially became an NCAA championship sport, marking a major milestone.

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are searching for a 14-year-old girl reported missing in Wilkes-Barre. 14-year-old Khristelle Sosa Cazarez left home Saturday, March 13, and has not contacted her family since, police stated. Anyone who has information is asked to call Lt. Matt Stash at 570-208-0911.

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A mother has pleaded guilty to assaulting her 4-month-old son. On March 16, 21-year-old Jazmine Skye Clapper pled guilty to aggravated assault and endangering the welfare of a child in connection with an assault from November 2024. Investigators say the incident happened during an argument with her baby's father, resulting [...]

HANOVER TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It's a story of resilience and advocacy: Amy Wert's life changed in an instant, but she turned tragedy into a mission. From a promising law career to paralysis, she's now using her experience to advocate for others. 28/22 News anchor Julie Dunphy shares her story. Amy Wert moves through [...]

Nicole Hilstolsky, while working at a now-defunct credit union in Luzerne County, stole cash from the teller drawer and safe and blamed it on two robbers she made up

WILKES-BARRE TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are searching for suspects involved in a hit and run at the Skateaway parking lot. On March 14, around 8:30 p.m., a white Jeep was involved in a hit-and-run in the parking lot of Skateaway. Police are looking to identify the owner and operator of the vehicle involved. [...]

HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Hazleton police say a man is facing several charges after allegedly firing a shot in the air. On March 8 at about 4:30 a.m., the Hazleton City Police Department says officers were patrolling the area of Carson Street and Diamond Avenue when they heard a single gunshot near Kayros Restaurant [...]

A new Irish corner store is setting up shop in Pittston, adding some green to the tomato capital.