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SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The man suspected of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is said to have used a ghost gun during the alleged crime.

Ghost guns are firearms assembled from parts often sold in kits online or at gun shows.

"A ghost gun is a homemade gun, it's either sold in a kit that looks like a disassembled gun that can be easily assembled with a couple of screws and functions like a gun, or it can be manufactured or made with a 3D printer," said Lackawanna County District Attorney Mark Powell.

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — We've already experienced our first couple of cold snaps this year, and below-average temperatures are heading our way later this week.

You may be tempted to touch the thermostat and turn the heat up but energy experts say you can save money by keeping your thermostat between 68 and 70 degrees and lowering it at night.

Here are many more simple steps you can take to prevent high energy bills. The winter months don't have to come at the expense of your wallet.

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — There's some good news for church-goers and pizza fans alike in Wilkes Barre.

Gerry's Pizzeria and Living Hope Bible Church on Carey Avenue have teamed up to tear down an old building and create some much-needed parking.

It's an answered prayer for a local pastor and pizza shop owner.

This space neighboring the pair will soon be converted into a much-needed parking lot for Gerry's Pizzeria and living hope bible church.

(WBRE/WYOU) — After dealing with drought conditions across northeastern and central Pennsylvania over the past few months, beneficial rainfall is here this week.

Wednesday, a general 1-2" of rain is expected with locally higher amounts. Temperatures during the day will be in the 50s.

As colder air filters in on the backside of the storm, some snow will start to mix in or change over during the evening.

Little to no snow accumulation is expected. However, some of the highest elevations will have the chance to see minor accumulations.

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — No doubt you've heard the phrase "buyer beware." Law enforcement officials are now adding the phrase "renters beware."

A rental listing scam is sweeping the area and it comes at a time when there is a shortage of good rental properties.

"There's no supply of rentals out there. There's a shortage of people are looking for good houses and it's not available," said Tom Leighton C.A. Leighton Realty Company.

(The Hill) -- Police said Luigi Mangione, 26, a person of interest in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City last week, was arrested Monday with a ghost gun in his possession. Mangione was taken into custody in Altoona, Pa., earlier Monday.

New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said Altoona police arrested Mangione on firearm charges, after receiving a tip. She said he is believed to be “our person of interest” in Thompson's shooting.

NEW YORK (WPIX) – The family of Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City, has released a statement following his arrest on Monday.

"Our family is shocked and devastated by Luigi’s arrest. We offer our prayers to the family of Brian Thompson and we ask people to pray for all involved. We are devastated by this news," Delegate Nino Mangione, the suspect's cousin, said in the statement.

Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing charged with murder, court records show

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY — The Pavilion at Montage Mountain announced two shows coming to Scranton this summer.

Creed will be coming on July 16 bringing their Return of the Summer of '99 Tour with guests Daughtry and Mammoth WVH. To sign up for the artist presale.

Who is Luigi Mangione? Police arrest person of interest in CEO killing

Coheed and Cambria and Mastodon bring The Infinite Arc Tour on Saturday, May 31 with special guest Periphery. Tickets go on sale Friday, December 13 at Live Nation.

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A nonprofit in Lackawanna County has a call out to the community to make sure every child has a gift to open on Christmas morning.

It’s like Santa’s workshop in the Electric City.

"I really like the Charlie Brown plushie.” continued Daniel Cusick, volunteer, Christmas Miracles From Heaven, “it’s the best holiday ever."

The suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO struggled with deputies and shouted while arriving for a court appearance in Pennsylvania a day after he was arrested at a McDonald’s and charged with murder. Luigi Nicholas Mangione emerged from a patrol car, spun toward reporters and shouted something partly unintelligible while deputies pushed him inside Tuesday. At the brief hearing, the defense lawyer informed the court that Mangione would not waive extradition to New York but instead wants a hearing on the issue. Mangione was denied bail.