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(WBRE/WYOU)— Michigan and UConn duked it out on center stage, with the Wolverines securing their first chip since 1989. Gerry McNamara also secured his first transfer, and it will be a familiar face from Siena, along with some girls' basketball All-State team analysis Also, we'll preview the SWB Railrider home opener after the game was postponed [...]

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Hundreds of pigeons along with other animals were found in conditions officials described as "absolutely horrific" after authorities responded to reports of an animal hoarding situation in Wilkes-Barre. The Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center says it was called by Wilkes-Barre animal Control to a double-block home on the 100 [...]

(WBRE/WYOU) — The state's highest court has shut the door on Justin Schuback's appeal, cementing his life sentence for the murder of Old Forge business owner Robert Baron. Schuback had appealed a State Superior Court's October decision, which upheld his conviction. 58-year-old Robert Baron, owner of Ghigiarelli's Pizzeria, disappeared in 2017. His body was found [...]

DUNMORE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — PennDOT District 4 is set to dig into its 2026 construction season. A season that will be transformative for the region. PennDOT District 4 announced its largest construction program in history on Tuesday. Engineering District 4 Executive Jonathan Eboli says the program will include 67 new construction projects costing upwards of [...]

Jayben Camacho's parents described him as "someone who supported you, who motivated you and wanted to push you forward."

The court addressed a protective order sought by Dakota Mortensen, with Paul filing her own.

DUNMORE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Big changes are underway at the former Scranton School for the Deaf. After years of uncertainty, the community is feeling hopeful about its future. 28/22 News reporter Connor Coar got an inside look at the renovations taking place. "I think it's great for the area, for Dunmore and Scranton," Scranton [...]

TANNERSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — With warmer weather on the way, an important reminder for motorcycle riders and other drivers: Safety. For those looking to learn, Pennsylvania offers a free motorcycle safety course. All you need is a motorcycle permit and the proper gear. The state provides the bike and instructor at no cost. Employees [...]

April is Donate Life Month, bringing awareness to the need for organ donations across the country.