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Extreme heat, downpours and thunderstorms — what are FIFA's rules for severe weather impacting World Cup matches?

The bill, which passed 85-5 and now heads to the House, has been the focus of negotiations as lawmakers try to address housing costs in an election year.

The limited-edition Pink Drink-inspired collectible cup arrives next month. Here's how to get it.

SHAMOKIN DAM — A California man has been cited for soliciting without a permit in Shamokin Dam.

Gas prices across Susquehanna Valley are 16 cents lower this week at $3.73 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report released Monday. A year ago this week, the cost per gallon in the Valley averaged $3.14. 

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SUNBURY — The Sunbury budget will see a windfall of $580,000 after the former Turkey Hill building on Front Street was auctioned off for $825,000, according to city officials.

Previous governors, including Democrat Tom Wolf, released the findings of inspector general investigations.

COURTDALE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man accused of attempted homicide is now off the hook in Luzerne County. A jury found Wadee Dwikat not guilty of all charges in a trial earlier this month tied to a 2023 shooting on Christmas Day. He was arrested in Ohio back in January 2024 and brought back [...]

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Train enthusiasts are still coming into Lackawanna County to see the Big Boy 4014 at the Steamtown Historical Site. While Monday's crowd is smaller, folks from all parts of the country descended upon the Electric City. It has been a wet start to the week in our area, but it [...]