July 29, 2025 at 12:23 EDTPA homepage
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man was arrested after police said he was found scamming a woman out of around $3 million during a fake pornography purchase and gold bar scam.
In June, detectives began investigating a fraud scheme that spanned both Lehigh and Luzerne counties, and a victim was identified from Upper Milford Township.
A 68-year-old woman told state police that in January, she had received a computer notification that someone had used her bank account to purchase $18,000 for pornography, police say.
July 29, 2025 at 12:04 EDTPA homepage
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A new service at a hair salon in Lackawanna County is aimed at helping those suffering from hair loss.
28/22 News has more about how they’re hoping to boost confidence and end the stigma surrounding wigs.
Lavish hairstylist Elizabeth Mitchko has been in the industry for 8 years.
Her usual work behind the chair at the salon in Scranton is now expanding to another aspect of hair, and one she personally deals with: Wigs.
July 29, 2025 at 11:33 EDTWNEP
The once-iconic Bed Bath & Beyond chain went bankrupt in 2023, closing hundreds of stores and transitioning to an online-only retailer.
July 29, 2025 at 11:32 EDTWNEP
Anyone with information or relevant footage should call the ASP tip line at (501) 618-TIPS or submit a tip through the online form.
July 29, 2025 at 11:02 EDTPA homepage
WILLIAMSPORT, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are charging a man after they say he fired a gunshot into the ceiling of a home where a 4-year-old was present upstairs.
According to the Williamsport Bureau of Police, officers were called to a home in the 800 block of Packer Street for a gunshot fired inside.
Once on the scene, officers said they encountered the suspect, 65-year-old John Joseph Holohan, exiting the home from the back.
Search for missing man in Moosic
July 29, 2025 at 11:01 EDTWNEP
Dharmikkumar Sutariya faces several charges, including theft by unlawful taking, receiving stolen property, and theft by deception.
July 29, 2025 at 10:48 EDTPA homepage
28/22 News — Heat advisories remain in effect for a majority of northeast and central Pennsylvania through Wednesday evening.
Hot and humid conditions continue Wednesday with highs in the lower and mid 90s. Combined with the high humidity, heat indices may reach between 95-105 at times!
Be sure to take frequent breaks if you have to be outdoors for an extended period of time!
28/22 News Weather Alerts
Wednesday afternoon and evening with an approaching cold front.
A storm or two may become stronger with gusty winds.
July 29, 2025 at 09:21 EDTWNEP
The shooting took place at a skyscraper that's home to NFL headquarters and Blackstone, one of the world’s largest investment firms, as well as other tenants.
July 29, 2025 at 09:19 EDTWNEP
A new study shows promise that healthy living could stave off Alzheimer's and dementia symptoms in older Americans.
July 29, 2025 at 09:18 EDTPA homepage
MOOSIC, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are searching for a man reported missing in Moosic.
Nicholas Terrery was reported missing on July 28 after he was last seen at his home on July 26 around 10:00 a.m.
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Anyone with information is asked to call the Moosic Borough Police at 570-342-9111.
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