WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Students are getting a hands-on look at future careers in technology. 28/22 News Reporter Zach Paraway visited King's College in Wilkes-Barre, where college students are making that connection fun and interactive. Earning money around a board and learning about future careers were on display at King's College for a special [...]
WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Wyoming Valley Mall has a sinkhole problem, and on Wednesday, they're trying to fix it. The entrance near McDonald's and Sonic is blocked off while a contractor starts repairs on the latest hole. It's a recurring issue. The mall in Wilkes-Barre Township sits on top of a former [...]
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — There is no kratom ban in Scranton, at least not yet. The city council voted unanimously on Tuesday to put the proposed ordinance on hold. Kratom is an herbal supplement you can buy at gas stations and smoke shops. It's unregulated in Pennsylvania, and the US Food and Drug Administration [...]
In late 2024, Party City filed for its second bankruptcy and closed hundreds of stores.
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A housing crunch is continuing to impact families across Monroe County. Experts say a lack of available homes, combined with high prices, is making it harder for people to buy, especially locals. The housing market in the Poconos is tight. Fewer homes are for sale, and when they do hit [...]
Terry Lynn Parker, on trial for murder, admits to killing Michael Pruitt but denies premeditation as jurors hear his testimony
KINGSTON TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man is accused of raping a woman after bringing her into house to smoke meth with her. Angel Jose Vergara of Wilkes-Barre Township, 38, faces multiple charges, including rape, burglary, and assault for his alleged involvement in an August 2025 altercation. According to an affidavit, the victim told [...]
A 16-year-old girl from Lycoming County is being hailed a hero after jumping into action to save her grandfather's life.
Ten years ago there were about 1,500 satellites. Today about 15,000 satellites cross the night sky and one company is proposing a million more.
Darrell Sheets was in 163 episodes of "Storage Wars" and made appearances on episodes of "The Tonight Show With Jay Leno" and Rachael Ray’s show.
