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Man facing DUI charges after crashing into police car

(WBRE/WYOU) — A Scranton man is locked up after crashing into a marked police car while the officers inside were transporting a prisoner. Early Saturday morning, Old Forge officers say they were stopped at a red light at Olive and Penn when Pablo Rivera's jeep slammed into them from behind. Rivera refused to say who [...]

Luzerne County election officials prepare for primary elections

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — 2026 is an election year and election officials have been preparing for next week's primaries for the past few months. One area county has experienced issues in the past and is hoping for a smooth election day this time around. Luzerne County election workers have been gearing up for months [...]

Tragic death brings lawmakers forward for proposed statewide alert system

Editor's Note: This article has been updated to reflect that the victim was from New York and went missing in Monroe County. MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The tragic death of a missing boy, who went missing in Monroe County, is now sparking renewed calls for a statewide alert system aimed at helping children with cognitive [...]

Crews put finishing touches on courts at Nay Aug Park

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As summer approaches, finishing touches are being done at a Lackawanna County park. Crews were seen painting lines on Monday for the new pickleball and basketball courts at Nay Aug Park in Scranton. The courts are expected to open for Memorial Day weekend. The Director of Parks and Recreation says [...]

Traffic pattern changes announced ahead of Fine Arts Fiesta

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A celebration of the arts is coming to the Diamond City, and with it may come some headaches for drivers making their way through downtown Wilkes-Barre. Public Square will be packed with local artists, live entertainment, and dozens of vendors at the 70th Annual Fine Arts Fiesta. Drivers should also [...]

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