New film "Gettysburg 1863" brings history back to life
January 9, 2026 at 18:37 ESTWNEP
"Gettysburg 1863" focuses on the aftermath of the Civil War’s bloodiest battle and comes as the nation approaches America’s 250th anniversary.
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Hot mic convo stirs up more mayor controversy
January 9, 2026 at 18:34 ESTPA homepage
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A hot microphone audio recording has residents and local business owners fired up in the Poconos. 28/22 News reporter Heidi Martens has more about what this audio means. Many residents and local business owners in Stroudsburg are still speaking out on Michael Moreno's new appointment as downtown Main Street manager. The [...]
Federal agents shoot 2 people in Portland, Oregon
January 9, 2026 at 18:29 ESTWNEP
A man and woman were taken to the hospital with "apparent gunshot wounds" Thursday evening, police said.
Dolly Parton will not attend 80th birthday celebration at the Opry House
January 9, 2026 at 18:18 ESTWNEP
The Dolly Parton themed celebration will include live music, cupcakes, photo opportunities with an impersonator and more.
16 To The Rescue: Freya
January 9, 2026 at 18:14 ESTWNEP
In this week's 16 To The Rescue, we meet a two-year-old dog who is having trouble finding her forever home because of her very specific breed.
Honoring over 30 years of service to the city of Wilkes-Barre
January 9, 2026 at 17:52 ESTPA homepage
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— It's a special send-off for Wilkes-Barre's top cop. The city gave outgoing police chief Joseph Coffay a surprise salute today in recognition of his many years of service. 28/22 News reporter Joe Mason takes us to Friday's ceremony. A surprise recognition ceremony for the chief. Police Chief Joseph Coffay is set [...]
Human remains suspect eyed for Plains Twp. body thefts
January 9, 2026 at 17:48 ESTPA homepage
(WBRE/WYOU) — A man arrested for allegedly stealing over 100 human skulls and numerous other body parts in and near Philadelphia is a suspect in the theft of two bodies in Plains Township. Jonathan Gerlach, 34, of Ephrata, was arrested Tuesday night at the Mount Moriah Cemetery in Philadelphia, police say. According to the affidavit, [...]
Minnesota woman dies after shark attack in U.S. Virgin Islands
January 9, 2026 at 17:20 ESTWNEP
The 56-year-old woman from Minnesota died after the shark attack on Thursday, police said.
Dunmore police sergeant accused of stealing drugs
January 9, 2026 at 17:11 ESTWNEP
Dunmore Police Sergeant Stephon Burgette turned himself in to authorities in Lackawanna County on Friday.
Wilkes-Barre announces swearing-in ceremony for new police chief
January 9, 2026 at 17:00 ESTPA homepage
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Mayor George Brown (D) announced that the Wilkes-Barre City Police Department will be announcing a new chief on Monday. Mayor Brown announced that the Wilkes-Barre City PD will promote Captain Michael Boyle on Monday, January 12, at 1:00 p.m. at City Hall. This comes after the city held a surprise ceremony [...]
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