SHAMOKIN — An 18-year-old Danville man jailed on felony attempted homicide charges had his bail reduced from $1 million to $500,000 Tuesday, but his preliminary hearing was continued.
Editor’s Note: The Daily Item will publish speeches of valedictorians from high schools across the region in the coming days and weeks.
HARRISBURG — Testimony blending science and national security concerns addressed the mysterious occurrences of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomenon during an informational hearing Tuesday of the Pennsylvania House Communications & Technology Committee.
SUNBURY — A Sunbury man remains in jail without bail on multiple felony charges of aggravated assault as his case proceeds to Northumberland County Court.
HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania lawmakers missed the statutory deadline to adopt a new budget for fiscal 2026-27, marking the fifth straight cycle where a spending plan will be finalized beyond June 30.
Passengers are suing Delta Air Lines for injuries and distress after severe turbulence during a 2025 flight, alleging reckless conduct by the crew.
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Firefighters battled flames at a house fire in Luzerne County that forced four people from their home. Smoke and sparks were seen coming from the home on South Main Street in Hanover Township just before 10:00 a.m. on Monday. Firefighters say an electrical problem in the basement started the [...]
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Seven people are out of their home after a morning fire in Scranton. Crews were called to Lafayette Street just before 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday. Scranton's Deputy Fire Chief says the fire was on the back side of the house, mostly on the outside. Firefighters had it under control in [...]
BARTONSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — An athlete from the Poconos brought home national recognition after an unforgettable performance at the Special Olympics USA Games. 28/22 News Heidi Martens spoke with the Olympian and has more about the medals he brought home and the records he beat. Years of hard work paid off for Brandon Shoemaker [...]
Netflix used an AI firm to re-create Gene Wilder's voice for a new "Willy Wonka" competition series, with the late actor's estate's blessing.
