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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has thrown his support behind private school vouchers, but most voters aren’t on the same page.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man has been arrested after police say he stabbed and killed another man during a fight in Stroudsburg.

According to the Stroud Area Regional Police Department, officers were called to the 300 block of Main Street around 4:15 p.m. for a reported stabbing.

Through further investigation, police said the victim arrived at the home to drop off his children to their mother.

Four wanted after nationwide bank account hack

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Scranton School District will close early Wednesday ahead of former President Trump's visit.

The school district announced Monday that due to former President Trmup's visit to Scranton on Wednesday, October 9, schools will be dismissing early to accommodate traffic concerns.

Former President Trump is coming to Scranton

The district said concerns over congestion that may interfere with student transportation were the reason for letting school out early, as well as other safety and security concerns.

(The Hill) -- The Supreme Court decided Monday it won’t take up a case to restore a lawsuit by Pennsylvania Republicans that challenged executive actions expanding voting access on the basis that only state legislatures can regulate federal elections. 

Twenty-seven state legislators filed the lawsuit to challenge a 2021 executive order by President Joe Biden increasing access to voting through several measures and an edict by Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) to enact automatic voter registration statewide.  

DELAWARE WATER GAP, MONROE COUNTY — October is recognized nationwide as domestic violence awareness month, a time to shed light on resources and stand with those affected.

Someone is always there to answer the call at Safe Monroe in Delaware Water Gap.

The non-profit, formerly known as the Women’s Resources of Monroe County, is the domestic and sexual abuse center for the entire county.

“We provided services to over 980 adults and children dealing with domestic abuse,” said Lauren Peterson, Executive Director, of Safe Monroe.

TANNERSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say four people are wanted after a nationwide bank account hacking scheme in Monroe County.

According to the Pocono Township Police Department, in November 2023 officers were told of fraudulent withdrawals from a woman's bank account.

Pocono Township Police

Through an investigation, police said the victim's checks and checking account information were passed on to several suspects throughout the United States to steal funds from her account.

Search for next of kin after man’s death

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