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MELINA WALLING and JOHN ANTCZAK Associated Press — California's largest wildfire so far this year was significantly surrounded Monday after blackening a swath of hilly grasslands between San Francisco Bay and the Central Valley. The Corral Fire was 75% contained after scorching more than 22 square miles (57 square kilometers) during the weekend, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection said. One home was destroyed and two firefighters were injured.

NEW YORK CITY (TND) — The Columbia University chapter of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) announced Thursday a “no confidence” vote against the school’s president Minouche Shafik. The symbolic measure holds no sway over Shafik’s position at the school, but sends a strong message to university leaders. In a statement posted to X, AAUP explained the president has made one too many missteps at the helm of the university.

SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — It's a great week for digital releases as "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire," "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare," and "Abigail" jump from theaters onto your streaming retailer of choice. I prefer "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire" to "Afterlife" in that it returns to New York City (which played a major role in the atmosphere of the original films). It also introduces some new ideas that I find incredibly interesting. I also enjoyed "

BOISE, Idaho (KBOI) — A public library in Boise is transitioning to an "adult only" library. The Donnelly Public Library shared on its Facebook account that the change is due to the passage of HB710, legislation referred to as the "library porn" bill that enables anyone to sue the library if children are exposed to inappropriate or adult material. Donnelly Public Library says that due to its small size and the "

Dozens of local schools were delayed Wednesday because of below zero wind chill temperatures. “We have to use common sense. We can't delay school every day because of wind chill,” Richland School District superintendent Arnold Nadonley said. “However, the first few times we do it to get the parents on notice that, ‘hey it's time to make sure your kids are appropriately dressed and taken care of.’” Among the schools Richland and Central Cambria school districts each operated on a two-hour delay.

PENNSYLVANIA (WHP) — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that five Pennsylvania men have been charged with sexual assault and the exploitation of children. In each case, according to the attorney general, the defendants and victims were members of Jehovah's Witness. Among the defendants are 62-year-old David Balosa of Philadelphia who allegedly became close to a family after moving to the United States and was allowed to stay in their home. Here, according to documents, he had access to a girl as young as four, whom he sexually assaulted.

Johnstown city council met for a regularly scheduled meeting this evening. The potential construction of a non-congregate homeless shelter was once again on the agenda. The funding for the shelter would come from the city’s American Rescue Plan Act grant through the HUD Home program. The city received only one proposal that met the required criteria. That proposal was from Victim’s Services and was tabled at previous council meetings. Today, council voted to withdraw it.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Johnstown, Altoona, and State College will all be receiving millions of dollars in new funding from the Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration as part of the coronavirus relief CARES Act, Sen. Bob Casey announced Friday. Pennsylvania will receive a total of $1.13 billion under the legislation, Casey said. “During this time of great uncertainty and difficulty, Pennsylvania’s rural and urban areas alike need support to respond to COVID-19.

BALTIMORE (WBFF) — People living in the northern tier of the United States may see the aurora borealis Thursday night after a geomagnetic storm launched the northern lights-producing energetic solar plasma toward Earth’s magnetic field. The show could be visible on Thursday from as far South from the polar region as Maryland, Pennsylvania, Iowa and Oregon, according to geomagnetic storm watches issued Monday by government agencies that monitor geomagnetic storm activity.

INDIANA -- A man already jailed on charges stemming from a deadly fight with his fraternity brother at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania has now also been charged with criminal homicide. Indiana County District Attorney Patrick Dougherty says he expects to pursue a third-degree murder or manslaughter conviction against 19-year-old Brady DiStefano, of Johnstown. He is a Westmont Hilltop High School graduate. Indiana borough police had already charged him with aggravated assault and other charges for allegedly beating and choking 20-year-old Caleb Zweig, of Rockville, Maryland, off campus on Feb.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — One of the oldest and largest medical weight loss programs in the state was closed Wednesday. That's according to a sign that was posted on the door of the Johnstown office of Dr. Bob's Medical Weight Loss Clinic. The sign states: "due to circumstances beyond our control, Dr. Bob's Medical Weight Loss is currently closed." You’ll also receive the same message if you call the clinic.

Homer City bank robbery suspect had drawing of bank; struck & tried to steal PSP vehicleWed, 05 Jun 2024 07:09:47 GMT (1717571387832) Gallery - News3 v1.0.0 (common) 85a848d002b3a7f7785bfb6376ad1dbb5836f767 Fallback Presentation. Using deprecated PresentationRouter. ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ56axLR7y6iamqRfnK6tuMSrsGisoqS8sbHRrGSipqaawLW1xpqroqaXYq%2Biuspmqaiakpq%2FunnIp2Shp52av26vyK2wZqulqL2mr9NmmK1lnJa%2FqLE%3D

Johnstown St. Mary's Flying Dutch | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking NewsWed, 05 Jun 2024 07:21:00 GMT (1717572060130) Section - News3 v1.0.0 (common) 85a848d002b3a7f7785bfb6376ad1dbb5836f767 ST. MARY'S FLYING DUTCH hace 6 años Two-A-Days: District 96 sports continues on with two-a-days, stopping in District 9.St. Marys enters 2018 looking for better fortunes than 2017. The Flying Dutch went 0-9 and will look to reverse that as they head into a new year. Tony Defilippi is.

SOMERSET - A waitress at a local Pizza Hut received a big tip from a customer at the beginning of the month, enough to put her back on her feet again. Krystal Kramer works at the Pizza Hut in Somerset County. She started in August, along with working at Area Aging Services. In December, Kramer said her apartment flooded, leaving her and her roommate the only choice of living in a hotel.

COLUMBIA, Tenn. (AP) — Severe storms were tearing through the central and southeast U.S. late Tuesday and Wednesday, spawning damaging tornadoes, producing massive hail, and killing two people in Tennessee and one person in North Carolina. A storm that rumbled across northeastern Tennessee brought high winds that knocked down powerlines and trees. Claiborne County Sheriff Bob Brooks said a 22-year-old man was in a car struck by one of the trees.

Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — On Monday, administrators in the Ferndale Area School District met virtually with the state's acting education secretary to address the ongoing teacher shortage and what can be done to solve the problem. “I mean, we are in a crisis, the jobs are there.” It’s an ongoing issue in many school districts, but especially in the Ferndale Area School District. Superintendent Jeff Boyer and Dr. William Brontz have been brainstorming ways to get teachers into classrooms.

PRAGUE (TND) — At least 14 people were shot dead and 25 were injured after a mass shooting at a university in downtown Prague Thursday, according to Prague Police Chief Martin Vondrasek. Authorities warned that the death toll could rise. Police reported the 24-year-old gunman's body was found at Charles University's faculty of arts where he was a student and did not publicly name him. The gunman suffered “devastating injuries” but it wasn't clear if he killed himself or was shot to death in an exchange of gunfire with officers, Vondrasek said, adding that there was "

Diabetic medications have been at the forefront of national debates since the start of the new year but while some people now have easier access others are dealing with shortages. Drug shortages have become commonplacesince the start of the pandemic. A new wave of diabetic medications have skyrocketed in popularity, disrupting global supply chains and creating national shortages, all due to their surprising side effects. Wegovy and Ozempic are two types of the same medication.

WASHINGTON (TND) — Tornadoes, the unpredictable natural phenomena capable of devastating landscapes in mere moments, remain a perpetual concern for communities across the United States, especially during this time of year. While they can strike at any time and in any location, statistics reveal that70% occur during March through June. In April alone, the National Weather Service Prediction Center reported over 300 tornadoes. According to the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center, the monthly average stands at 182.

Blair Co., PA (WJAC) — Ace Hardware in Tyrone is once again helping to raise money for a local charity this holiday season. This year's train theme for the fundraiser is "Thomas the Tank Engine." Visitors have the opportunity to visit the display and purchase raffle tickets for various prizes, that have been donated by local businesses. All of the funds raised will benefit the Central Pennsylvania Humane Society. The fundraiser was created after one employee was able to adopt a dog from the shelter several years ago, during the holidays.

(WJAC) — An NBC News interview they said was done on Friday and first shown on the network Tuesday, shows Lt. Gov. John Fetterman in a way we’ve seen him in other interviews done over the internet in recent weeks about his U.S. Senate campaign following a stroke he suffered in May, using close captioning to understand what’s being said fully and the occasional stutter caused by what he and his campaign has called “auditory processing” issues that have lingered since then.

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Centre County's "ballot battle" moved into court on Thursday, with attorneys on both sides saying it’s an issue "with a sizeable potential impact" as we head into the November general election. In Thursday’s court hearing, it’s evident that election laws, especially those pertaining to mail-in ballots, are open to interpretation. The case centers on 95 mail-in ballots, from the recent primary election, that have been challenged as to whether they're valid ballots due to problems with how they were dated.

Cambria Co., PA (WJAC) — The Cambria Regional Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting and grand opening ceremony for the Nanty Glo fire department on Thursday. The department recently finished its $650,000 renovation project on an event and banquet facility with the goal of creating an inviting atmosphere and having a space to host meetings, conferences, weddings, and small parties. The facility has been in the community center for years, hosting numerous fundraisers for the fire department and community benefits.

PITTSBURGH (WJAC) — The NFL announced Wednesday that the city of Pittsburgh has been selected to host the 2026 NFL Draft. "The NFL Draft is one of the biggest, most-anticipated sporting events of the year, and we're thrilled to partner with the Pittsburgh Steelers and VisitPITTSBURGH for our 2026 event," said NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. "We have a unique opportunity to spotlight this wonderful community on a global stage, benefiting Pittsburgh's economy and entertaining football fans from all markets.

They say "all work and no play" is dull, so how about playing as a job? Mattel is looking for a chief UNO player and it's dealing out big money for the role. The company says the chosen candidate will earn more than $4,000 a week for four weeks in New York City. The job entails challenging strangers to play the new UNO Quatro family game. It also requires the player to make social media content involving UNO products.

LOS ANGELES (TND) — A Christian lifeguard in California is suing his local fire department after it allegedly threatened to dismiss him for refusing to display a Pride flag at his workplace, court documents show. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors in 2023 passed a resolution requiring all facilities operated by the county to display the 'Progress Pride Flag' during June. Capt. Jeffrey Little says he requested a religious exemption to this rule, which the county allegedly granted before rescinding two days later.

SCHELLSBURG, Pa. (WJAC) — The Bedford County Humane Society held its annual "PupArt" event Sunday afternoon. The Humane Society encouraged folks to bring their pets to the fundraiser and check out some local artisans. 6 News certainly didn't have a ruff time catching up with some pets at the event. "Oh my gosh. The dog turnout, I'm amazed," ecstatic BCHS volunteer Sue Roadman told 6 News. "And seems to be pretty, pretty, uh, civil for as many dogs in one place.

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WJAR) — The Massachusetts man reported missing while on a trip to Puerto Rico was found dead on Friday, Telemundo Puerto Rico reported. The family of 28-year-old Alex DaLomba Tavares said he was reported missing Wednesday night. Tavares, of New Bedford, was in Puerto Rico with his girlfriend. According to Telemundo, Tavares’ body was found on the banks of the Culebrinas River and was identified by his girlfriend.

Romney confirms secret Twitter account 'Pierre Delecto'Wed, 05 Jun 2024 07:32:03 GMT (1717572723992) Gallery - News3 v1.0.0 (common) 85a848d002b3a7f7785bfb6376ad1dbb5836f767 Fallback Presentation. Using deprecated PresentationRouter. ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ56axLR7wqilp52TqXq1u4ycpqefoprAtHvGmqOlnaKufLO7zKecsmWTpLuntdGmqmarlZi%2FpsCMra6irKSav26twpymrqakYr2qsdGrnGaclaGypMDO

UNDATED (WKRC) - Wendy's launched "Dave's $1 Deals" for a limited time. The fast-food giant launched a new deal menu that'll only be sticking around for a week. According to Fast Food Club, each day, starting April 15, "presents a different treat you can add on" through the Wendy's in-app offer: Crispy Chicken BLTJunior Bacon CheeseburgerSmall chiliMedium fryFour-piece chicken nuggetsSmall Frosty Per the outlet, Wendy's customers will need to redeem the deal through Wendy's app.

Lead Investigator for the Altoona Pred Hunters Paul Diveglia said Blair County District Attorney Peter Weeks “does not want to prosecute” child predators uncovered by the group. Weeks said the evidence child predator hunter groups provide are not enough to make an arrest. “For us these groups are the same as a regular citizen calling 911 or calling the police and making a complaint of a crime,” Weeks said. “We take it very seriously.

SOMERSET, Pa. (WJAC) — A woman from Somerset County is making a difference for animals at a local shelter. She started a fundraiser to raise money to buy toys and food for the Humane Society of Somerset County. Lana Kobuck decided this year, instead of receiving presents for her birthday, she would ask her friends and family to donate money so she could buy presents for the cats and dogs at the Humane Society of Somerset County.

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UNIVERSITY PARK -- The Penn State men's volleyball team started off the second half of its EIVA schedule with a resounding 3-0 (25-16, 25-21, 25-21) sweep of in-state rival St. Francis at Rec Hall Tuesday night. The win moves the Nittany Lions (10-12) to 6-2 in conference play, tied with George Mason for the second-best mark in the league. The Red Flash (11-11) dropped its fifth match in a row and fall to 5-3 in the EIVA.

HESSTON -- Every culture has its own folklore, and within most legends is at least a grain of truth. Lake Raystown has its own tales about what's beneath the water's surface. "Raystown Lake is kind of the heartbeat of Huntingdon County. We get so many visitors here and so many people that come out not just from far away, but locals love to come here to picnic, boat, fish," Ranger Erin Curfman said.

University Park, PA (WJAC) — With Penn State football opening its season this Saturday night at Beaver Stadium, fans will once again be asked to get familiar with the blue and clear plastic bags that have become a fixture outside of the stadium. Outside Beaver Stadium, dozens of recycling stations are already in place with the same policy for fans and trash. Blue bags for cans and bottles, clear bags for everything else.

DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa (WHP) — Hershey's Chocolate World has issued a statement regarding an incident involving a local police officer that caused upset on social media. On Oct. 17, The York County Fraternal Order of Police made a Facebook post alleging that an on-duty York officer had been asked to leave Hershey's Chocolate World. The FOP wrote that the officer had been purchasing candy for a nearby Halloween parade. Shortly after, France Paskey, a York-based law firm, made a post that says the officer was told police officers are only allowed into the store if they first call and and ask.

DUBOIS – A medical marijuana dispensary will soon be opening in Clearfield County. “We like to think of ourselves as the premier cannabis dispensary company in Pennsylvania,” PA operations manager Will Aggains said. The Chicago-based company Herbology is now reaching out to folks in Clearfield. “There no cannabis dispensary nearby, and so was filling a need for people that live in Dubois,” Aggains said. Employees help guide those in need on a journey to have cannabis help them.

WASHINGTON (TND) — Poor polling numbers continue to dog the President as he seeks a second term and other polling suggests his base might not be too excited for the 2024 rematch. President Joe Biden gave the commencement address Sunday to graduates at the HBCU Morehouse College in Atlanta. Some students protested by turning around during his speech, while there were demonstrations outside over the handling of the Israel-Hamas war. The foreign conflict protests have boiled over on college campuses over the past two months.

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A recent study by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration found remnants of the Avian Flu - also known as the bird flu – in some dairy cow milk across the country. “Avian influenza, there’s been some cases of that and its mainly due to the flyway areas of the migratory bird patterns,” said Tommy Nagle, Vice President Pennsylvania Farm Bureau. This -- causing problems for many dairy farmers, expect for those right here in Pa.

DETROIT (AP/WKRC) — The Chevrolet Malibu, the last midsize car made by a Detroit automaker, is heading for the junkyard. General Motors confirmed Thursday that it will stop making the car introduced in 1964 as the company focuses more on electric vehicles. The midsize sedan was once the top-selling segment in the U.S., a stalwart of family garages nationwide. But its sales started to decline in the early 2000s as the SUV became more prominent and pickup truck sales grew.

Downtown State College Waffle Shop to be closed until further notice following fireWed, 05 Jun 2024 09:40:45 GMT (1717580445112) Gallery - News3 v1.0.0 (common) 85a848d002b3a7f7785bfb6376ad1dbb5836f767 Fallback Presentation. Using deprecated PresentationRouter. ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ56axLR7y6iamqRfnK6tuMSrsGicn6y7tbvWp2SsrJGpsm6vzqWjnp%2BVYsSissWlnGarmKS9bsDOZpmeZZOhvLSxw2asp6yZoXqnwdGtn56qXaO8tbXCnmSfp5yhvLi1zaBkn6Gimg%3D%3D

University Park, PA (WJAC) — Penn State University officials say the decision was made earlier this week to "indefinitely" suspend the Phi Kappa Sigma fraternity following an alleged hazing investigation. University officials say the investigation revealed "widespread and pervasive" hazing that had occurred for several years. Authorities say the fraternity was given an interim suspension in late September and their attempted appeal was denied. The university says the fraternity was previously suspended in 2018, for similar violations, and the most recent investigation showed that the hazing had continued.

JOHNSTOWN -- Philipsburg-Osceola traveled to Mechanicsburg to face Trinity in the PIAA 2A volleyball state title game. The Mounties lost in 4 sets to the Shamrocks to take home silver. This is the furthest Philipsburg-Osceola volleyball has traveled in the post season. Head coach Dave Eckberg said he was proud the way his team faced adversity this season. With a core group of young girls, Eckberg is excited to have the team back together next season.

Blair County, PA — “The very gear designed to protect us, is killing us.” says the President of the International Association of Firefighters, Edward Kelly. He tells the public that the IAFF is going to partner with law firms, in hopes of changing regulations regarding personal protective equipment. These include the removal of PFAS from equipment, that firefighters wear when exposed to their jobs dangers. Kelly states that compensation for personnel who have been injured because of these toxins, is also necessary.

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DUBOIS - DuBois Area School District was named one of the top 30 safest schools in Pennsylvania, according to rankings compiled by niche.com. DuBois was named 28th in the state and 201 nationally regarding school safety. The study focused on a variety of factors including surveys from parents and students, law enforcement referrals and discipline records. "No other thing we do is more important than making sure when the students come in that they're safe and then get home safely,"

MIAMI (TND) — Two TSA officers were recorded stealing items from luggage they were suppose to be screening. The officers in the recently released video were identified as Labarrius Williams and Josue Gonzalez. Williams and Gonzalez are seen taking items out of passengers' luggage and placing the items in their pockets at a security check point at the Miami International Airport. The Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office released the footage to The National Desk on Friday following the officers' arrests.

BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — State police say a West Virginia man was killed Wednesday morning in a two-vehicle crash, involving a tractor-trailer, in Bedford County. Investigators say 70-year-old Walter Kwapien, of Morgantown, WV, was reportedly stopped at a stop sign, near the intersection of Allegheny Road and Hyndman Road, in Manns Choice Borough. Police say Kwapien then proceeded to cross Hyndman Road and was struck by a northbound tractor-trailer.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — A 52-year-old man and his push mower are paving a way through Johnstown. He's tackling vacant lots throughout the city that are overgrown with weeds and grass. On a weekly basis, Ed Davis and his lawnmower tackle thick overgrown grass that any mower would have trouble with. But that doesn't stop Davis. He's determined to make his hometown as beautiful as it was during his childhood one lot at a time.

Lick or Treat event raises money for Cambria County Humane SocietyWed, 05 Jun 2024 11:42:37 GMT (1717587757002) Gallery - News3 v1.0.0 (common) 85a848d002b3a7f7785bfb6376ad1dbb5836f767 Fallback Presentation. Using deprecated PresentationRouter. ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ56axLR7y6iamqRfnK6tuMSrsGikmZi4brvRZqurnZGpeqbCxKerZqqRnsCmv4ympqedqWKzsL6MnJimmqKerm6vzq6lrbFdncKurc2eZKynk56ytcU%3D

University Park, PA (WJAC) — UPDATE: Penn State University has announced that the Nittany Lion Shrine at University Park will reopen on Saturday, May 28th. ORIGINAL: Officials say crews are continuing to repair the Nittany Lion Shrine, located on Penn State's University Park campus, after it was vandalized earlier this month. According to the university, vandals broke an ear and splashed red paint on the shrine, in addition to graffitiing Old Main, and the Hintz Family Alumni Center, in red paint.

LIVE ELECTION RESULTS: Republicans sweep major Virginia racesWed, 05 Jun 2024 11:05:16 GMT (1717585516870) Gallery - News3 v1.0.0 (common) 85a848d002b3a7f7785bfb6376ad1dbb5836f767 Fallback Presentation. Using deprecated PresentationRouter. ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ5eWua2x0bJmr6GinLavtcBmpaiulaKyo7HRZmlmnZyasLW1zqdknZmpYrSwwsSrpaiqo2K%2Foq%2FEZqScmaWhtqeyxGawqK2enLiquoyvpq2dXaGutbHSrWSloaaaera8w5qrnqs%3D

A “crazy freak accident” happening in a mine in early January hospitalized Tim Page with several serious injuries. According to his sister Alishia Wilders, Page was loading a mine car on January 5th and ran out of room in the back, so he decided to place a box weighing about 70 pounds in the front of the car. Wilders said Page told her that he was over two miles into the mine, and he felt the ground shift, causing the roof of the mine to drop from 70 inches to 40 inches.

FORT JACKSON, S.C. (WBMA) — Two Army Drill Sergeants were found dead on base at Fort Jackson in South Carolina just eight days apart. Both men were from Alabama. WBMA reached out to the Army to find out where they are at in the investigation and are waiting for a response. However, a spokesman for Fort Jackson told Military.com that the two deaths are unrelated. According to U.S. Army Garrison Fort Jackson, Staff Sgt.

Pittsburgh, Pa (WJAC) — The Steelers' defense dominated Sunday as Pittsburgh cruised to a 38-7 victory over the Cleveland Browns, improving their record to 5-0. Pittsburgh recorded four total sacks in the game, including two by linebacker Bud Dupree, and intercepted Browns' QB Baker Mayfield twice. Steelers' safety Minkah Fitzpatrick scored the team's first touchdown of the game with a 33-yard pick-six in the first quarter. Offensively, RB James Conner rushed for 101 yards, on 20 carries, and scored a touchdown in the second quarter, according to the box score.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — The Park Avenue United Methodist Church is closing its doors after holding services for 130 years in Johnstown's Moxham community. The decision was made Sunday when church officials voted to close the church in June 2020. Officials did not immediately say what led to the vote. ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ56axLR7y6iamqRfpa6zt4yarZ6mpZp6trrIrZydZZ2awam7w6KqrWWTncKzr8dmq6hlk6G8tLGMmp2tnaJifnR8jLKcmqqjYrynedKeqa%2Bhk5rAbrXNZqGooJ6owbDDzQ%3D%3D

4TH UPDATE (7:00 p.m.):CAMBRIA CO, Pa (WJAC) — Residents who were evacuated Wednesday over concerns of flooding from the Wilmore Dam have been given the all clear to return to their homes, officials say. Summerhill Fire Chief Bob Burkett say he’s spoken with the Cambria County Emergency Management Director, Art Martynuska, who says the surveillance level for the Wilmore Dam has dropped sufficiently enough for people to safely return to Summerhill Borough and Wilmore Borough.

RICHLAND TOWNSHIP -- A unique event was held in Johnstown Sunday for people in the community to, believe it or not, snowboard and ski in the middle of July. A Johnstown native has made it snow in summer. This is the second year Doltyn Snedden helped skiers and snowboarders enjoy their passion when the weather wouldn't. "This event, to me, is a better picture as to what needs to happen here in our community,” Snedden said.

Church officials in Blair County say they were left shocked and confused ahead of Easter weekend. Earlier this week, leaders at St. Mary’s Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church found a beloved statue vandalized. They say the incident happened on Tuesday when the statue was found surrounded by three juveniles by an Altoona School District maintenance worker at around 10 P.M. Officials say when the worker got out of his car, the suspects ran away.

The Garfield Movie 2.5 out of 5 Stars Director: Mark Dindal Writers: Paul A. Kaplan, Mark Torgove, David Reynolds Starring: Chris Pratt, Hannah Waddingham, Samuel L. Jackson Rated: PG for action/peril and mild thematic elements. Synopsis: Garfield (voiced by Chris Pratt), the world-famous, Monday-hating, lasagna-loving indoor cat, is about to have a wild outdoor adventure! After an unexpected reunion with his long-lost father – scruffy street cat Vic (voiced by Samuel L.

Clearfield Co., PA (WJAC) — Commissioner Antonio “Tony” Scotto announced his resignation from the Clearfield County Commission at Tuesday’s meeting. Scotto said he will resign effective October 10. He said he was already planning not to run for re-election in November 2023. Scotto told 6 News he is taking a job in the private sector and will not be leaving Clearfield County. He thanked his supporters and family for giving him the opportunity to be commissioner.

DUBOIS, Pa. - The DuBois Dream will start their run in ESPN's The Basketball Tournament Friday. The Dream will travel to Los Angeles to start their campaign in the 72 team tournament Friday at 10 p.m. The Basketball Tournament is winner-take-all tournament with the winning team bringing home $2 million. If the Dream run the table, they will donate their winnings to the Dr. Albert Varacallo Foundation, The Arc of Jefferson and Clearfield Counties, and Grady's Decision, and they have plans to raise money for a new team gym to launch a youth basketball program.

PALM BEACH, Fla. (TND) — Former first lady Melania Trump has announced the death of her mother. Amalija Knav had been reported to be sick over the past few days. Tuesday night, she posted on X, “Amalija Knavs was a strong woman who always carried herself with grace, warmth, and dignity. “She was entirely devoted to her husband, daughters, grandson, and son-in-law. “We will miss her beyond measure and continue to honor and love her legacy.

WPXI-TV news anchor David Johnson announced in a Facebook post that both of his wife’s parents have died of the coronavirus. Johnson said the two died within hours of each other at a Florida hospital. “It's recently been said that eventually we'll all be touched in some way by the Coronovirus,” Johnson said. “Last night, it happened to my family.” Johnson said that his father-in-law contracted the virus nearly two weeks ago while his mother-in-law only recently contracted it.

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — From pain relief to sleep aids, CBD gummies and edible cannabis have been seen as the go-to remedy for many. As more places discuss legalizing marijuana, experts have continued to emphasize the need to keep it out of reach of small children. But now, there's talk that it might not just be them who could be affected. New data dives into the health impacts of marijuana-infused candies on those aged 65 and over.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — A local karate practitioner won a prestigious European trophy last week to add to his trophy case of more than 20 tournament wins. With more than 1000 competitors, this was the biggest tournament Alex Beegle has won Grand Champion at, but in 13 years of training karate, Beegle says there's one thing he aims to win at each tournament that's more important than a trophy. "When I go out there and compete and win, I don't care about winning the cups or battles or not though.

ALTOONA, Pa. (WJAC) — The Altoona Public Library is now showing creativity with a message. Organizers say the display of artworks were created by children battling cancer, while other pieces featured pay tribute to children who lost their battles. “Art can be very therapeutic,” says Dawn Morden with the Brian Morden Foundation. “Music, you know, all of the arts are so therapeutic because it lets you express things without words, that you sometimes couldn’t express with words.

DUBOIS, Pa. (WJAC) — We're learning more about the alleged crimes of DuBois City Manager John "Herm" Suplizio, whom the state attorney general said was arrested Monday on fraud and theft charges. This is for allegedly taking money from a variety of groups, including the local United Way where he was executive director, and paying for personal expenses with that money. MORE | AG: DuBois city manager arrested on fraud, theft charges

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) - As a wedding photographer who's self-employed, Jana Scott is not only facing tough decisions in the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, but she's also providing support to her clients who are now facing a difficult decision of their own: Moving a wedding they have already invested so much in. A picture's worth a thousand words, but there are some things you can't put into words. Jana Scott, who is the primary wedding photographer for Jana Scott Photography in Lemont, says, "

WASHINGTON (TND) — First-time homebuyers are continuing to have trouble affording a home as the housing market grows more expensive with high interest rates and even higher asking prices that are driving one of the most unaffordable markets in U.S. history. First-time buyers need a household income of nearly $120,000 to afford the median-priced home in America, and 44 of the 50 largest metro areas do not have home prices that are low enough to be considered affordable for median-earning households, according to Clever Real Estate.

EBENSBURG, Pa. (WJAC) — Despite the Ebensburg “Wheels N’ Wings” event being canceled, local businesses are coming together to put on “Wing Walk.” Dozens of people are used to coming to Ebensburg in June to enjoy wings, beer and motorcycles during the annual “Wheels N’ Wing.” After it was announced the event would be canceled because of coronavirus concerns, local businesses came up with an idea. “It means a lot to our community, just like Thunder does to Johnstown.

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WASHINGTON (SOA) — In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, another epidemic has been sweeping the nation and causing substantial harm to Americans: loneliness. The U.S. Surgeon General calls it a public health crisis, with one out of two Americans reporting measurable levels of loneliness. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and Spotlight on America goes in-depth in this report to find out why we’re seeing so many disconnected people and what can be done about it.

Pittsburgh (WJAC) — Pittsburgh Steelers running-back Jaylen Warren made history on Saturday, becoming just the second undrafted player in the franchise's history to eclipse 1,000 total yards in a season. Warren's performance in Saturday's victory over the Bengals propelled him over the 1,000 scrimmage yards mark. The only other undrafted player to tally 1,000 total yards in a single season was Willie Parker, who accomplished the feat in three straight seasons, from 2005 to 2007.

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Hundreds of people will gather this weekend in Johnstown to walk with a purpose. The Johnstown Walk of Hope will help ease the burden cancer patients in our region face by raising money to help cover the cost of life saving care they need. You can grab your walking shoes and head over to Trojan stadium at 9 Saturday morning to join in the walk, no registration is required and the walk will end at 1pm.

UNIVERSITY PARK -- Ryan McCarvel became the second player in State College Spikes history to hit for the cycle as they go on to defeat the Brooklyn Cyclones 10-4 and with that, take the three-game series. The Cyclones took the lead in the top of the fourth inning, scoring three runs, but the Spikes instantly responded. In the bottom of the fourth, Dylan Tice got things started with a shallow ball to center that bounced behind the outfielder, scoring one.

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — A “controversial proposal" to add an outdoor recreational area for inmates at the Centre County Prison has been discussed for years. The idea is now moving forward, but it's still a slow process. After issuing an RFQ request for qualifications last month, the Centre County Commissioners say only one company responded to the idea of further studying the feasibility of adding an outdoor rec area at the county prison.

DENVER (TND) — The Denver Police Department (DPD) will soon use drones as first responders after the city cut millions from the force's budget to aid migrants. Denver Mayor Mike Johnston announced in April a plan to cut a combined $45.9 million worth of expenses from city agencies. The police department alone received a cut of $8.4 million, while the fire department's budget was slashed by $2.5 million. A DPD spokesperson confirmed to The National Desk (TND) Tuesday drones are becoming a more substantial part of their operations and could soon replace humans for some 911 calls.

NANTY GLO, Pa. (WJAC) — A new small business opened in Nanty Glo on Thursday. Dave and Kelly Morgan welcomed the public to their fourth gym, Morgainz Fitness, with a ribbon-cutting and grand opening. Morgainz offers personal training, fitness classes, metabolism testing, and body composition analysis. Their other locations are in Richland, Westmont, and Somerset. "We have doubled our space, it’s easier to get to, we have a great parking lot, lots of new equipment, and the local community has just embraced us.

MOUNT EVEREST, Nepal (TND) — A seasoned climber who found himself at death's door on Mount Everest was incredibly fortunate to be rescued, but after he thanked his sponsors instead of the sherpa who saved him, he has been the recipient of some repeated online criticism. Malaysian mountaineer Ravichandran Tharumalingam was trapped in Mount Everest's infamous oxygen-limited and freezing "death zone" on May 18 when he was discovered by Gelje Sherpa, who was himself taking a client to the top of the world's highest mountain according to CNN and Insider.

SOMERSET - Passavant Memorial Homes recently assumed operations of the Bedford-Somerset Developmental and Behavioral Health Services residential program, which includes eight community homes and 19 individuals with intellectual disabilities. Passavant Memorial Homes was selected as the provider of choice in May from a slate of qualified agencies, and officially transitioned the consumers on Oct.1. The transition was successful due to the collaborative efforts of Passavant Memorial Homes and Bedford-Somerset DBHS. Both organizations will continue to work together in support for providing quality services for individuals with intellectual disabilities in Bedford and Somerset counties.

INDIANA COUNTY, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police are asking for the public's help in identifying the driver that fled the scene of a vehicle pursuit Saturday evening in Indiana County. According to a press release, a state trooper was conducting speed enforcement along Wayne Avenue in White Township when they observed a black Dodge Journey SUV traveling northbound going 66 mph in a 35 mph zone. State police say they attempted to conduct a traffic stop, but the suspect failed to yield to the patrol unit's lights and sirens.

UPDATE | HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — State police have confirmed that a suspect in custody following Friday's "barricade incident" in Mount Union Borough. Police say around 10 a.m., members of the US Marshals Service attempted to serve a warrant for 33-year-old Stephon Hoover. Authorities say Hoover reportedly fled into his residence, where he remained barricaded inside for several hours. Police say Hoover was eventually taken into custody without incident.

Blair Co., PA (WJAC) — After a four year pause due to the pandemic, the "Purple Puck hockey game" will be making its return to Galactic Ice this Sunday, January 28th. The Purple Puck game is an effort between the Penn State Altoona men’s hockey team, the Griffith Family Foundation, Easter for Eli and the Mario Lemieux Foundation. It serves as a fundraiser for the organizations involved, as well as a way to celebrate those who have beat cancer, support those who are fighting it and honor those who have lost their battles.

HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. - The Hollidaysburg Area School District is investigating a video posted to social media that contains racist language that appears to have originated from a student within the district. According to a post from the district, school officials said they have been in contact with local law enforcement about the video an are looking to take swift and appropriate action. "The Hollidaysburg Area School District is deeply disturbed by the offensive actions and related social media posting which appears to have originated from one of our students,"

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NORTHERN CAMBRIA – A Northern Cambria man was arrested over the weekend after police had been searching for him for two months. Police said James Mccachren, 21, of the 2000 block of Railroad Avenue, assaulted a man in August at an apartment on Bigler Avenue. The man was taken to Conemaugh Miners Medical Center in Hastings for treatment of a bruised temple and swollen lip. Mccachren is charged with burglary, criminal trespass, simple assault, and harassment.

NEW YORK (AP) — A neurologist already facing charges that he raped patients in New York and New Jersey was arrested on new federal charges Wednesday alleging that he was a serial, sexual abuser of women who went to him for help with debilitating chronic pain. An indictment said Dr. Ricardo Cruciani, who specialized in rare pain syndromes, abused multiple patients over 15 years at his offices in New York City, Philadelphia and Hopewell, New Jersey.

WASHINGTON (TCS) — Legislation to make permanent the extension of telehealth services for federally qualified health centers and rural health clinics has passed the Ways and Means Committee in the U.S. House of Representatives. The bill of U.S. Rep. Dr. Greg Murphy, R-N.C., and the Rural Physician Workforce Preservation Act he authored are also under consideration by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. “I’m grateful for my colleagues’ support on these bills critical for eastern North Carolina,” Murphy wrote on social media.

Blair Co., PA (WJAC) — Two years ago, the staff at the Railroaders Memorial Museum, along with FMW Solutions, began working to bring an iconic steam locomotive, the K4 1361, back to life. The two groups will be hosting a birthday party, called the “Juniata Jewel Jubilee,” on May 6th to celebrate the 105th anniversary of the engine first rolling out of the Pennsylvania railroad’s production shops in Altoona. The museum, and the Horseshoe Curve, will both be open extended hours that day, from 10 a.

WASHINGTON (TND) — There is bipartisan backlash towards a top Democrat's effort to crack down on smoke-free, tobacco-free, nicotine pouches growing in popularity among teenagers. “Zyn” is a brand of nicotine product sold in pouches that are designed to be placed between the gum and upper lip. The product does not contain tobacco and ranges in concentration and flavors similar to chewing gum. It’s a pouch packed with problems," Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.

Mount Nittany Medical Center union workers ratified a new contract just hours before it was set to expire on Friday night. In a time of a worker shortage and rapid staff consolidation, the agreement includes major investments to recruit and retain staff at the center as well as address the trend of healthcare worker burnout and a nationwide rise in threats against caregivers. According to SEIU Healthcare Pennsylvania the new union contract includes the following:

ELK Co.-- Pennsylvania's reputation as a prime elk-hunting location continues to get stronger. The state's Special Elk Conservation Tag, a license created by the Pennsylvania General Assembly and auctioned off by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) to benefit wildlife, commanded $85,000 at auction March 26. RMEF is located in Montana and has about 13,000 members in PA. Eight tags for use in seven different states were auctioned off; Arizona, Colorado, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, and Washington.

Jefferson Co., PA (WJAC) — State police say a Saint Marys man was killed last week when his motorcycle collided head-on with a vehicle along Route 28 in Snyder Township, Jefferson County. According to the crash report, troopers say 23-year-old Zachary Gausman was reportedly traveling northbound, on the evening of Sept. 28, when he crossed into the opposite lane and struck a Dodge Challenger head-on. Police say Gausman was reportedly ejected from his motorcycle and was thrown onto the windshield of the car before going airborne a second time and landing on the shoulder of the roadway.

Huntingdon Co., PA (WJAC) — In Huntingdon County, the trial is scheduled to begin next week for a Mount Union Area School guidance counselor who is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a student. In January, police charged Morgan Anderson, now age 32, following an investigation into complaints that she was engaged in a sexual relationship with a male student at the school. Troopers say the student admitted to "

JOHNSTOWN - American Eagle Screen Print and Embroidery donated 500 bracelets to the Johnstown Police Department on Monday in hopes of making a better community. Officers were provided with the bracelets to put in their police cruisers and hand out to children, teens and adults within the city. “It takes that barrier down of what a police car does, along with the badge,” said Johnstown police Sgt. Joe Eckenrod. The message on the bracelet: Give, Love and Respect.

Bedford County, PA (WJAC) — Congratulations to Isabella Hillegass, who is this 2023 recipient of the USSCO Federal Credit Union Scholar Athlete $5,000 scholarship. Hillegass is a senior at Chestnut Ridge high school where she plays basketball and volleyball. She has earned multiple academic awards throughout her high school career. Hillegass also says that she has volunteered to do community service work with her church. "I was not expecting it that's for sure.

PUNXSUTAWNEY - State Police Memorial Day is a day to remember troopers who made the ultimate sacrifice. Pennsylvania State Police from the Punxsutawney barracks in Jefferson County honored the first two Pennsylvania troopers killed in the line of duty Monday. A historical roadside marker was unveiled in memory of Pvt. John Henry and Pvt. Francis Zehringer. "We wear this uniform but it's the members who come before us that earned all the respect,"

NEW YORK (AP) — The confetti has been tested for airiness. The giant numerals – 2 0 2 4 – are in place. And the luminous ball, bedazzled in 2,688 crystal triangles, is fixed to the pole from which it make its 60-second descent at 11:59 p.m. With throngs of revelers set to usher in the new year under the bright lights of Times Square, officials and organizers say they are prepared to welcome the crowds and ensure their safety.

WASHINGTON (TND) — The U.S. retailer made changes to its Pride Month collection this year after it received backlash in 2023. Target announced it will sell LGBTQ+ themed merchandise online and at some of its stores due to "historical sales performance." The retailer sold its collection before the negative response at 2,000 stores it operates. The company claims it will continues to support the LGBTQIA+ community during June and year-round.

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — The U.S. Bankruptcy Court Middle District confirms that the Diocese of Harrisburg is filing for bankruptcy. ADVERTISEMENT Bishop Ronald W. Gainer and the diocese's legal counsel held a press conference Tuesday afternoon regarding the filing. Read MoreWATCH the press conference below: Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro issued the following statement as a response to the filing: Our Grand Jury Report uncovered abuse of children by priests, including 45 predator priests in the Diocese of Harrisburg, and a systematic cover up spanning decades that went from dioceses in Pennsylvania all the way up to the Vatican.

AUSTIN - Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the arrest of a suspect who was allegedly using a fake nursing home as a front for migrant smuggling. On Thursday, authorities with the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit of the Texas Office of the Attorney General, alongside the Department of Homeland Security, arrested Jesus Cantu-Trevino, for conspiracy to smuggle undocumented migrants via air ambulance. The Attorney General’s Office alleges that Trevino used a fictitious assisted living facility, along with Skyline Air Ambulances, as a means to transport individuals into the country illegally, circumventing border checkpoints.

CLEARFIELD - Job applications are currently being accepted for a dry ice facility being built in Clearfield County. Continental Carbonic Products Inc. announced they'd be building a high-capacity liquid CO2 and dry ice manufacturing facility next to the PGP ethanol plant in September 2016. "Dry ice is a form of solidified carbon dioxide, it's used in primarily food applications for keeping food cold," plant manager David Schultz said. "It's also used in the pharmaceutical and automotive industry.

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Westmoreland County, PA — Authorities in Westmoreland County say a Johnstown man was killed earlier this week in a motorcycle crash on Route 30. Investigators say the crash occurred around 1:30 p.m. Monday along the 3000 block of US Route 30 in Derry Township. Officials identified the operator of the motorcycle as 39-year-old Shawn Pynos. Investigators say Pynos was traveling westbound when his motorcycle went off the roadway and into a gravel area.

Cambria County, PA — “There are less than 5 months for those veterans. They served us. This is our opportunity to serve them." says James E. Van Zandt Medical Center, assistant chief, Ron Peterman. He says benefits coming from the pact act are set to expire soon. The 'PACT Act' affects certain groups of veterans, including Vietnam, Gulf War, and post 9/11 veterans, to name a few. Treatment involves recovery efforts to veterans who have encountered toxic exposure while serving.

University Park, PA (WJAC) — A newly released financial report from the Penn State Athletic Department shows "record numbers" for both revenue and spending for Nittany Lion athletics. The new report is for the previous fiscal year- July 2022 through June of 2023. Penn State reports total revenue for athletics just over $202 million. Football generated over half that amount, at almost $110 million in revenue. But Penn State is also reporting that athletic department expenditures are almost the same as revenue, at just over $202 million.

The Amerisev Flood City Music Festival is back to regular summer programming this year. Last year, due to the pandemic, the event was held in October. The two-day festival is taking place at PNG park and starts tomorrow at two pm. You can purchase tickets in advance online or at the gate. Organizers urge people not to bring any chairs or dogs to the event and to make sure to bring a valid from of I.

BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A Bedford County man arrested and accused of sexually assaulting a teenage girl is facing more charges after sexually assaulting the girl again while out on bail, troopers say. According to state police, 24-year-old Daniel Taylor, of Broad Top, is facing 432 more counts related to sexual assault and corruption of minors. Troopers say Taylor was first charged in February of 2020. Taylor was arrested after investigators say they interviewed him and the girl and learned that he had assaulted her at multiple locations in Coaldale Borough and in Broad Top Township between Dec.

Jefferson Co., PA (WJAC) — Authorities with the Jefferson County District Attorney's office confirmed that a former resident of the Punxsutawney area has been sentenced up to 180 years in prison for repeatedly sexually abusing a young girl. Officials say Douglas Poole was sentenced last Friday to serve 90 to 180 years after being convicted last November. Poole was found guilty on all 61 charges he faced, which included rape, sexual assault and aggravated indecent assault.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — If you're from the Johnstown area, you've probably heard of "The Moneyman." This person has a secret identity and gives the community the chance to win cash & prizes. He's now planning "Johnstown's $10,000 Scavenger Hunt Presented by Ameriserv." It will be held Saturday, July 31st with check in beginning at 9:00 AM at the Galleria. As the anonymous anonymous explains -- you can play in teams of two.

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WTAE) -- As some restaurants across the U.S. start to reopen, they're learning to adjust to their new normal. And that might mean a longer wait time for customers, especially on a busy day like Mother's Day. Kevin Horne live tweeted his experience at the Cranberry Township Olive Garden on Sunday and it's going viral. "My girlfriend's mom was craving Olive Garden, as one does. And so, we placed the order, and we were the ones who went to go pick it up.

MONROE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A Pennsylvania woman stopped at nothing to save a deer whose head was stuck in a plastic jack-o'-lantern for nearly a week. Wednesday, Roja Rubi says she saw posts on Facebook from people concerned about a deer wandering around her Monroe County community with a green plastic jack-o'-lantern bucket stuck on its head. Passionate about wildlife, Rubi says she had to do something. The bucket was blocking the deer's mouth and she was worried the animal would starve.

DUBOIS, Pa. (WJAC) — Here's some good news for Clearfield County crafters. The Pat Catan's craft center in DuBois will become a new Michael's store by late summer. A spokesman for the company says the DuBois store is one of 12 Pat Catan's locations that will rebrand and reopen as Michael’s. The store opened in August of 2017. The company says they expect the store to begin the conversion process around June 22 and will reopen as Michael’s by late August.

Huntingdon Co., PA (WJAC) — State police in Huntingdon County say a local man is behind bars after he allegedly admitted to engaging in sexual activity with a teenage girl approximately 15 to 30 times. Troopers say they first began investigating 32-year-old Mark Musser last October after receiving multiple complaints of an ongoing "mutual sexual relationship" between him and a 13-year-old girl. Police say the victim told troopers that she first met Musser in 2018, or 2019, while working on his family's farm.

BEIJING (NBC) — Katie Uhlaender competes in her first two of four runs, making her the first U.S. women's sliding sport athlete to compete in five Olympics and the first women's skeleton athlete of any nation to reach that feat. Watch her performance below: ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ6OlvLPA0mimpbGdpbakv46kmK2hlWLCqbjAnqWdnaJis6q%2B0q1ksKedmru0edKknKWdpKS7bq3ToaOerJVitq95lGampbGdpbakvw%3D%3D

EDINBORO, Pa. (NBC) — People in Pennsylvania are bugging out after police say someone released bed bugs inside a men's dressing room at a Walmart. It happened Thursday in Edinboro, Erie County. Police say a manager at the store found a closed pill bottle with live bugs crawling inside. The next day, Ecolab was contacted and found bed bugs crawling inside the men's dressing room. Another closed pill bottle that contained several dead bugs was also found on the floor of the men's department near the belts.

PITTSBURGH (WJAC) — The Pittsburgh Pirates announced their plan Tuesday to open PNC Park to full capacity by July 1st, according to a team release. The team says they plan to begin lifting all seating restrictions, over the course of the next few weeks, in order to make every seat available by the Pirates' July 4th weekend series against the Milwaukee Brewers. Pittsburgh says the process will take place in two phases:

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BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — A special event was held Monday in Blair County. Families United for Change teamed up with several local businesses and organizations to host a clothing and accessory boutique for women in recovery. The event was held inside the newly created Railroad City Cultural Center, located within the historic Gables building. Women in recovery are able to stop in and peruse the items, which range from business attire to hygiene items.

BERKS COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Officials say a Cambria County nun was killed in a crash over the weekend. Catholic church officials say they are mourning the loss of Sister Augustine Marie Molnar. According to the Diocese of Scranton, the 43-year-old was killed Saturday in a head-on crash on Route 183 in Jefferson Township, Berks County. They report she was headed to Reading for an annual religious retreat. Sister Augustine Marie was a middle school religious teacher at All Saints Catholic School in Cresson, according to the National Catholic Register.

GEISTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — There is a new pizza shop opening in Cambria County. JoJo's pizza is opening a new location on Bedford Street in Geistown. The new shop was formerly Ann's Pizza. Ann's closed in October 2018. Employees at the new location said they are trying to combine JoJo's traditions and Ann's traditions -- starting with square cut pizza. JoJo's Pizza also has a location on Locust Street in Saint Michael.

WASHINGTON (TND) — Theconversation around reparations for slavery has made its way into the presidential election. Third-party candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has promised Black farmers that if he wins the election, he’ll give them $5 billion worth of reparation payments. That $5 million is not money that’s an entitlement, it's money that was a loan that Black farmers were entitled to way back when and was stolen from them," RFK Jr.

ALTOONA, Pa. (WJAC) — In the nursing industry alone, the Bureau of Labor predicts nearly 200,000 openings each year until 2030. UPMC Altoona is just one of many medical facilities across our region that has been experiencing short staffing issues, especially since COVID took its toll. To help solve that problem, medical officials at Station Medical Center will be hosting a job fair Wednesday to hopefully help fill those many vacant positions.

Mifflin County, PA (WJAC) — Authorities in Mifflin County say a woman was wounded Sunday afternoon after being shot during a domestic-related incident in Lewistown. Lewistown police say officers were dispatched around 2:30 p.m. to the 500 block of West 4th Street for reports of the alleged shooting. Police say the victim was reportedly shot twice "in the side" and was transported to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Upon further investigation, police say the shooting reportedly occurred when the victim got into an altercation with another individual inside the residence.

WASHINGTON (TND) — Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky, and Dr. Anthony Fauci clashed during a Wednesday Senate hearing over royalty payments to government scientists from pharmaceutical companies. "We’ve been asking you and you refuse to answer whether anybody on the vaccine committees gets royalties from the pharmaceutical companies. I asked you last time and what was your response? ‘We don’t have to tell you,’" Paul said. "When we get in charge, we're gonna change the rules and you will have to divulge where you get your royalties from, from what companies and if anybody on the committee has a conflict of interest, we are going to learn about it.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Another tradition in the region was forced to cancel this year because of the pandemic, but a local business in Johnstown is finding a way to keep the annual Gob Fest alive. Custom Cakes and Cookies on Bedford Street in Johnstown began their own in-store gob fest, as a way for locals to still honor the sweet treat. “Everybody just loves gobs. I mean ever since I grew up, you hear gobs, gobs, gobs, everybody wants gobs.

An ad posted on Twitter Friday by clothing retailer Old Navy sparked a controversy on social media. The tweet featuring an interracial family resulted in racists responses from customers vowing to never shop at the retail giant again but it also sparked a flood of positive comments from interracial families thanking Old Navy. Many of them also shared photos of their own families on Twitter and Facebook. ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ56axLR7zZqroqeeYsSwvsudZqiklGK7osLYZpidZaeewal5yKernqqilrCqrctmnZqlmaHGbr%2FPmqmkq12YvK%2FA0aitnqqjrnqwusuipZ4%3D

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ALTOONA, Pa (WJAC) — Altoona police are investigating an early morning shots fired incident near a local bar. Police say officers were dispatched to the area near Zach's Sports Bar, located along 6th Ave., just before 1 a.m. Thursday, for multiple reports of shots being fired. Officers say several individuals fled the area when police arrived. Police say officers did recover shell casings in the bar's parking lot. No injuries were reported in the incident and anyone with further information is asked to contact Altoona police detectives at 814-949-2564.

Students protesting the ongoing war in Gaza left a pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Southern California early Sunday after they were surrounded by police and told they could face arrest if they didn't go. The move, days before commencement was set to begin, came after the university said campus safety officers, assisted by the Los Angeles Police Department, were clearing the area. If you are in the center of campus, please leave.

INDIANA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Humane society officials say they were called to help capture nearly 40 dogs found roaming a property after the alleged owner had died. Officials with the Cambia County Animal Response Team (CART) say state police responded to a property in southern Indiana County Thursday. CART officials say they were later called to help the Indiana County Humane Society in gathering the estimated 40+ dogs roaming free on the grounds.

A financial report states the Altoona-Blair County Airport had an operating loss of over $400,000 in 2023, but the airport manager said that number is out of context, and they had money in hand by the end of the year. The Altoona-Blair County airport manager Tracy Plessinger said even though it is a smaller airport they manage about $42 million in assets, and those assets losing value is what makes it appear as if the airport lost money.

The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development announced on Tuesday that Franklin Borough’s status as a distressed municipality under Act 47 has been terminated. The purpose of Act 47, or the Municipality financial recovery act, is to provide help with fiscal management, planning as well as financial aid. The borough initially entered the program due to distress that can be traced back to the 1977 Johnstown flood and then the 1988 collapse of the steel industry.

BOALSBURG, Pa. – Happy Valley's top chef will be crowned this weekend in the Golden Basket Finals. The event is a collaboration of local farmers markets and it's about more than just competition. Centre Markets, Appalachian Food Works and the Downtown State College Improvement District are working together to make this event happen. Organizers say the goal is to shine a light on local farmers and chefs and give some attention to the groups that normally do most of their work behind the scenes.

WASHINGTON (TND) — Newly released video from Chester County Prison in Pennsylvania shows a murder convict scaling a wall to escape the facility. The footage was made public Wednesday, which marked seven days since 34-year-old Danelo Cavalcante has been at large. He escaped on August 31 shortly after 8:50 a.m. In the video, Cavalcante is seen standing near a doorway between two walls in the prison's outdoor exercise yard. He then starts crab-walking between the two walls, his hands on one wall and his feet on the other, while parallel to the ground.

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Centre County administrators this week had the difficult task of deciding how to best honor a couple of military veterans. For a few veterans, their passing isn’t followed with a funeral service as sometimes their remains go unclaimed. That’s the story for two veterans who died in the county. The county coroners, and veterans’ affairs offices researched possible outcomes, saying they didn’t want the veterans forgotten.

Blair Co., PA (WJAC) — In October, the board of the Mountain Lion Backpack Program in Altoona issued a plea to the community for donations to help keep the effort going. The program, which sends food home with over 1,100 children in need during the school year, is facing the same kind of economic hardships that we are all facing: inflation. In an update, the program manager provided some positive news about the community’s response.

DUBOIS, Pa. - A furniture store that closed last week in Clearfield County will soon reopen as an Ashley HomeStore. The new store will replace the former By The Room Furniture store, located on Shaffer Road at the DuBois Mall. By The Room Furniture officially closed Oct. 4. Pam Miller, President of MillerHome, said By The Room Furniture was truly going out of business. She was recently presented with the opportunity to own and operate the new Ashley HomeStore.

STATE COLLEGE, Pa (WJAC) — McDonald's announced Thursday that its restaurants in the State College area are attempting to fill 150 new openings, according to a release. The release adds that beginning Friday, all five area restaurants will begin a "quick-hire initiative" in an attempt to fill these positions. “We are in a very difficult and uncertain time,” said Owner/Operator Joe Nyanko. “The local economy has taken a major hit with the loss of many annual events and the university’s pause in operations.

SAN ANTONIO (WOAI) — One person is dead following a shooting at the North Star Mall in San Antonio on Sunday afternoon. Police say the shooting was an isolated incident inside a barbershop at the mall around 3 p.m. According to the police, two suspects went inside the barbershop and shot the victim while he was getting a haircut. Police say the victim has been pronounced dead. Officials are actively searching for the suspects who fled the scene.

DuBois, PA — Pentz Run Youth Services in DuBois is a residential program for at risk disadvantaged youth. This afternoon they hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for their new facility in hopes of continuing that mission. Pentz Run Youth Services provides alternative living arrangement for kids throughout the commonwealth. "Those are the kids who might have some behavioral issues or some lack of supervision at home, maybe some truency issues," said Debbie Gregori, Executive Director of Pentz Run Youth Services.

DuBois, PA — Restaurant owners in Clearfield County said Christmas and New Year's is the busiest time of the year for them but while they had to shutdown for four weeks, they're happy to finally reopen their dining rooms. "It has really hurt us as an industry as a whole it has hurt for sure. We just keep looking towards the spring and summer but it's been survival mode," said Robin Meholick, Sales Manager of The Hitching Post.

EBENSBURG, Pa. - Conemaugh Health System officials announced Friday they have purchased land in Ebensburg to construct a $22 million outpatient center. The planned 40,000-square-foot building will be constructed at the intersection of routes 219 and 22. "We are pleased to officially announce our plans to open a new outpatient center in Ebensburg,” said Steve Tucker, chief executive officer of Conemaugh Health System. “Conemaugh has been providing high-quality medical care in Ebensburg for more than thirty years, and our investment in this center will make it even more convenient for patients to access great health care, close to home.

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Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lenten season. While observing Ash Wednesday and Friday's during lent, people refrain from eating meat which is why local churches hold fish fries during the season. Saint Francis of Assisi was very busy Wednesday afternoon as the community stopped by to pick up dinners. The church started taking orders on Tuesday and they have been working hard ever since. "We have been super busy today.

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A new area code is being added to the region currently covered by the 814 area code, state officials announced Thursday. The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission says it voted 4-0 to approve a year-long implementation plan which will lead to the start of a new “overlay” for the current 814 area code. The new area code will be announced in the fall. The 814 area code currently covers all or parts of 27 counties across the Central and Northwestern parts of the state.

Below are scores from district basketball playoff games from Friday, March 2, 2018. BOYS DISTRICT BASKETBALL PLAYOFFS LIGONIER VALLEY---58 RICHLAND---54 SHADE--62 SHANKSVILLE-STONYCREEK---49 BISHOP MCCORT---62 HOMER-CENTER---57 GIRLS DISTRICT BASKETBALL PLAYOFFS WINDBER---45 TUSSEY MOUNTAIN---35 PENNS VALLEY---52 EVERETT---50 NORTH STAR---65 ROCKWOOD---47 ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ6OlvLPA0miaqKakmru1e8Oiqq2qmZjBbrzLmrConpaoerS0wJ2cZq%2BZo7GjsdFmp56mnqh6t63LpZyyZaeeu27AyK2jnqs%3D

Centre Co., PA (WJAC) — Authorities in Centre County say a workshop in the Potters Mills area burned to the ground Monday afternoon after being struck by lightning. Officials say as severe weather was moving through the area, a lightning strike reportedly started a fire at a building along McClellan Lane. Investigators say multiple area fire departments were called to extinguish the blaze. No injuries were reported in the fire, according to fire officials.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — “This is November 3 November, November 3 November. Special event station at the 135th anniversary of the Johnstown Flood, 1889.” Local Ham radio operators are transmitting from the Johnstown Flood National Memorial Friday night. They were given a permit from the National Park Service and a special call sign for the event by the FCC, to talk to other Ham radio operators worldwide. Operators will also be at the 195th anniversary of the Allegheny Portage Railroad event on June 22nd.

MUNSON, Pa. – We’re halfway through October, which means we're approaching Halloween. One Clearfield County teen spent thousands of dollars to help get people into the spirit. "I just have free time,” decorator Park Lauffer said. “It's kind of a hobby that's gotten a little out of control." Lauffer told 6 News it all started with Christmas, but then the weather would get in the way with his setup. So he decided to go big for Halloween instead.

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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Video shows the moments an Amazon-contracted security guard escapes after a trainee attempts to shoot him from behind. The man laterexchanged gunfire with police in Columbus. Surveillance video obtained through a public records request from West Jefferson police shows 22-year-old Ali Hamsa Yusuf pointing a gun at the victim, who told 911 that he had been training Yusuf for approximately two weeks. "He shot at me twice, but he missed,"

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MARATHON, Fla. (AP) — Several motorists who were speeding through an elementary school zone on the Florida Keys Overseas Highway received an odorous onion as a reminder to slow down from a county sheriff's deputy dressed as the Grinch. Col. Lou Caputo, a 37-year veteran of the Monroe County Sheriff's Officewho conjured up the concept more than 20 years ago, was back on the streets Tuesday. Drivers who travel about 5 mph or less above the school zone's speed limit can choose between traffic citations and an onion presented by the Grinch.

ALTOONA, Pa. (WJAC) -- A robbery arrest earlier this month has led city police to a child pornography and prostitution ring, according to court documents. Among other counts, Amy Brosch faces charges of child pornography, sexual exploitation of children, and corruption of minors. Police allege she assisted in arranging a child pornography and prostitution business. In early June, Altoona police arrested 30 year-old Stephen Apostolu for using a box cutter and a buck knife to rob his roommate on 3rd Avenue, court documents said.

In honor of Veteran’s Day, Bishop Carroll High School organized a Veterans Day Ceremony. The ceremony took place for the first time in conjunction with an Alumni Basketball Game. Organizers explain that the game included both a men’s and women’s division and really offered an opportunity for the public to see the school’s new gym. The event also featured a basket raffle from which a portion of the proceeds will go to the It’s All About The Warrior Foundation.

EBENSBURG, Pa. (WJAC) — A former manufacturing and repair site for windmill blades will serve a new purpose. In February 2018, CK Capitol LLC, also known as Cleveland Brothers, bought the property from Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy Incorporated. According to the company's president and CEO, Jay Cleveland Jr., it will use the land for a CAT component rebuild center. Cleveland says construction has begun on a new facility that will rebuild Caterpillar 3500 and 3600 gas engines.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — One local business is supporting the Black Lives Matter movement by joining a world wide campaign. Stone Bridge Brewing Company in Johnstown is joining has become a part of the Black is Beautiful beer collaboration The Black is Beautiful beer campaign is a collaborative effort to bring awareness to the injustices people of color face daily. The idea started at a brewery in Texas and has made its way to downtown Johnstown.

University Park, PA (WJAC) — An architect and construction manager have been named for the long-awaited renovation project at Penn State's Beaver Stadium. One of the people involved in the new design phase is Scott Radecic, a former Penn State linebacker. Radecic's company, “Populus,” has done stadium design work worldwide. Three other companies will spearhead the actual renovation construction at the stadium, which is expected to get underway at the end of the 2024 football season.

Luzerne County, PA (NBC) — Questions and concerns are being raised by a family in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, after they say they found a cryptic note inside a sealed box of cereal. And this is not the first time a "mystery note" has been found inside sealed food products. “I opened up the box. I usually open it up and take the bag out and I opened the bag like this, so I poured it out in my bowl and out came this paper that was all folded up just like this,” said Joe Miller.

SNYDER COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Just three days after one of their teammates passed away after drowning at Raystown Lake, the Bellefonte boys lacrosse team had a playoff game Thursday. While the Bellefonte boys lacrosse team lost here to Selinsgrove on Tuesday in their district playoff matchup, head coach Rick Johnson says he is so proud of this team, and how they’ve rallied around each other following the passing of their teammate, 16-year-old Nathan Dan, on Saturday.

The Johnstown Police Department was presented a $200,000 check today for a mobile crime scene vehicle. There are two active homicide investigations in Johnstown. One for the death of the owner of the freight station bar in late February, and one for the deadly shooting on Park Avenue in January. Shortly after the park avenue shooting, State Representative of the 72nd District Frank Burns announced his plans to give grant money to Johnstown’s police.

COLLETON COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — Today marks two years since mother and son Maggie and Paul Murdaugh were murdered at their Moselle Road home. The murders quickly triggered a cascade of investigations and revelations, capturing the eye of the nation. Earlier this year, Alex Murdaugh was found guilty by a jury and sentenced to life in prison for the murders of his wife and child. Read More: Alex Murdaugh sentenced to life in prison for murders of wife & son

LORETTO, PA (WJAC) -- The Saint Francis football team opens their season on the road next Thursday in Akron, Ohio. The Red Flash held a media luncheon today where we got to learn more about the team. Head coach Chris Villarrial is the most winningest coach in program history with 51 wins. The roster this year is full of transfer students and local athletes. From our viewing area, 13 players are featured on the team.

PITTSBURGH (WJAC) — According to NFL Insider Adam Schefter, the Pittsburgh Steelers have signed defensive-back Minkah Fitzpatrick to a four-year contract extension, making him the highest paid safety in league history. Fitzpatrick's new deal is worth over $18 million per year, with $36 million guaranteed. Fitzpatrick, who still had one year left on his current contract, has spent the past 2+ seasons in Pittsburgh after being traded from the Dolphins early in the 2019 season.

UPDATE | CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Authorities say a Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshal is still investigating the cause of the blaze that damaged three homes in Clearfield County Wednesday night. More than 100 firefighters responded to the 2-alarm fire, which broke out along the 100 block of Wilson Ave. in DuBois around 6:30 p.m. Authorities say three firefighters were injured while battling the blaze, two of which were treated at Penn Highlands DuBois while the other was treated on scene.

HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Officials say a Huntingdon County toddler is dead following an accidental drowning Friday night. According to the Fulton County coroner's office, the 3-year-old boy was pronounced dead on Friday, just before midnight. Multiple crews were called for a search detail Friday evening related to the incident. Officials with the Three Springs Volunteer Fire Company thanked those who assisted with the search. No further details about the boy's identity or the search have been released at this time.

Wednesday marked the last Maker's Market of the year for Laurel Arts in Somerset county. The Market was first introduced in July and ran once a month until today, though it will have a brief indoor return on December 3rd. This event serves as an important space for local artisans, artists and makers of all sorts to showcase their work and provide a sense of community and exposure to artists in the area.

The Pittsburgh Pirates have traded right-hander Roansy Contreras to the Los Angeles Angels for cash considerations. In three-plus seasons with Pittsburgh, Contreras appeared in 53 total games and has pitched over 182 career innings. He has a career record of 9-12, with a 4.83 ERA. Contreras was DFA'd last weekend to make room for Paul Skenes. ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ6OlvLPA0milmqyZpLuiuIysp6iqpKh8sbXRmqueq12pv6KwxGapqJmeqMZur86nq6udopbAbq3NoJylq12hrm68yK2rrJqlp7SpedKppquso2K6ra6Mm5isnZKWua150aiqrZ2i

2nd UPDATE |SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Officials in Wellersburg say Route 160 has reopened, as of 8 p.m., following an 18-hour cleanup from Friday morning's fatal tractor-trailer crash that claimed the life of a Mississippi man. UPDATE | State police say a Mississippi man died early Friday morning after jumping from a moving tractor-trailer that had suffered a mechanical failure and crashed along Route 160 near Wellersburg. Troopers identified the driver as 42-year-old Alexander Johnson of Amory, MS.

Today Sheetz, a major Mid-Atlantic restaurant and convenience chain, announced it will celebrate National Coffee Day on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 by offering one free coffee for My Sheetz Rewardz members. This promotion is valid for any size self-serve coffee at all of Sheetz’s 633 locations and no purchase is necessary to participate. Sheetz Bros. coffee features four signature blends with a light to dark progression, freshly ground in every store.

ATLANTA (AP) — President Joe Biden on Sunday told Morehouse College graduates during his commencement speech that he heard their voices of protest over the Israel-Hamas war, and that scenes from the conflict in Gaza have been heartbreaking. “I support peaceful nonviolent protest," he told students at the all-male, historically Black college, some who wore keffiyeh scarves around their shoulders on top of their black graduation robes. "Your voices should be heard, and I promise you I hear them.

STATE COLLEGE/CENTRE COUNTY, Pa — Joe Beddall, the Owner of Honeybaked Ham Company in State College said he wasn’t going to raise his indoor dining capacity in an interview last week, despite Governor Wolf announcing the option to increase to 75% in April. “My main concern is making sure my staff and my customers remain safe, so I won’t be going to 75% percent to be honest with you and it's not as critical to me as making sure, as this thing goes on, that everybody is safe,” Beddall said last week.

MIDDLETOWN, Pa (WJAC) — Officials with the Pennsylvania Lottery announced Friday that players can now purchase tickets for the Powerball and Mega Millions games online through the lottery's iLottery platform. “We are excited to announce that we are now selling Powerball and Mega Millions tickets online,” said Pennsylvania Lottery Executive Director Drew Svitko. “Selling lottery tickets online is a big part of our effort to appeal to new customers and meet our players where they already are — which is online.

DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Authorities have evacuated Chocolate World after staff reported concerns to 911 about a bomb threat. According to Dauphin County officials, the situation was reported at 3:25 p.m. Staff states that the building has been evacuated as a precaution. Derry Township Police Department are currently leading the investigation with the help of Dauphin County Sheriff's bomb-sniffing dogs. This is a developing story. Stay with CBS 21 News in Harrisburg for more details.

PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. — Groundhog Day is two days away and those in Jefferson County have been busy preparing. Workers at Shop 'n Save in Punxsutawney have been baking groundhog cookies since the beginning of the year. "It's been hard to keep up and keep the table full because we sell so many of them," said Bakery Manager Karen Love. "Once we start making groundhog cookies, that's what is selling." Love said for the last 20 years, the store has been making cookies as part of the town's celebration.

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Centre Co., PA (WJAC) — Authorities in Centre County say a Bellefonte woman was sentenced to nearly two years in county jail Monday after being accused of providing drugs to children and bathing them in bleach. Officials say Tara Auman was sentenced to serve 11-and-a-half to 23-and-a-half months in jail, followed by five years of probation in the child endangerment case. Centre County authorities clarified that the sentence was also concurrent with the consolidation of various other cases against her.

WASHINGTON (TND) — Harvard University did not implement recommendations made by its Antisemitism Advisory Group (AAG) to combat prejudice against Jewish students, according to a House Education and Workforce Committee report released Thursday. Harvard allegedly neglected the AAG’s suggestions to review the university’s shortcomings in increasing “intellectual diversity” and combatting antisemitism at both the administrative and classroom levels. “The Committee’s report proves that former President Gay and Harvard’s leadership propped up the university’s Antisemitism Advisory Group all for show,” Rep.

FRIEDENS, Pa. (WJAC) — As people across the region are in need of food during this pandemic, organizations continue to offer new ways to feed people who are in need. Friedens Lutheran Church created a way for people to come and get food. Pastor John Barichivich wanted to find a way to help those in need of food in his town. He was hit with an idea when speaking with other pastors in the area.

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Cambria Co., PA (WJAC) — 911 officials in Cambria County say one person was injured early Tuesday morning after a vehicle reportedly crashed into an abandoned structure in Patton Borough. Emergency officials say the crash occurred just after 5 a.m. along the 500 block of Magee Avenue. Authorities say one person was transported to UPMC Altoona with unknown injuries. Officials say multiple area departments were dispatched to the crash scene and the cause of the crash is under investigation.

EBENSBURG – UPMC is coming to Cambria County in early 2018 with the opening of a $20 million outpatient facility. It will be located near Route 22 and Route 219 in Ebensburg. UPMC Altoona’s construction of the three-story, 46,500-square-foot facility at Zeman Road will bring world-class care close to home through UPMC, which is ranked No. 12 in the prestigious U.S. News & World Report annual Honor Roll of America’s Best Hospitals.

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — An annual online fundraiser is once again underway in Centre County and is expected to raise millions of dollars for hundreds of non-profit organizations. It’s a fundraiser with a simple, short title and big results. Organizers say the actual number of donors is continuing to grow. The Centre Foundation's Centre Gives fundraiser is now in its 13th year has raised over $14 million. Last year alone, there were more than $2.

Centre Volunteers In Medicine (CVIM) gave out almost twelve-hundred COVID vaccines today...As efforts to ramp up distribution continue. At Mount Nittany Middle School, a steady stream of people came in today to get a COVID vaccine. The CVIM doled out vaccinations throughout the course of the day. Doctor Raymond Nungesser, the CVIM’s Medical Director, said the community stepped up to make this clinic run efficiently. “I think there’s a lot of energy here and there’s a lot of volunteers here that I’ve never met before, and it’s quite exciting to see the community come out and support this effort,”Dr.

CHESTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — An unidentified individual is facing felony animal cruelty charges after severely maiming a dog in South Coatesville. Staff with the Brandywine Valley SPCA says Ava came to their shelter in December after being found by a neighbor. The neighbor, hearing Ava's cries, concerningly called officials with the Brandywine Valley SPCA Protectice Services. Authorities say they went to the South Coatesville home, finding Ava severely emaciated with multiple brutal injuries.

HILLSBORO, Ohio (WKRC) — Fire officials are investigating the cause of an explosion, which resulted in a fire, that killed three people and injured one other person in Ohio on Tuesday. It happened at Jimbo’s Auto Repair in Hillsboro. As of Wednesday morning, the State Fire Marshal, OSHA, Paint Creek Joint EMS and city road crews are working to clear the debris and investigate the scene further. But it’s understandably rocked the small town just an hour from both Dayton and Cincinnati.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Experts say breakfast is the most important meal of the day and now, nearly two million Pennsylvania students are able to get free breakfast thanks to Governor Wolf's new Universal Free School Breakfast Program that started this week. Vonda Ramp a State Director for the Child Nutrition Programs in the PA Dept. of Education says, “Everybody qualifies, everybody’s eating and its good for everybody”. Ramp says she is very excited about the new program and “there are 3,423 schools that participate in the school lunch program and there are 3,170 of those schools that participate in the school breakfast program.

Vale Wood Farms held a pasture party Friday so that consumers could learn more about their “Moo to You” motto and see their family-friendly farm. It was all about food, farming and family at Vale Wood Farms' pasture party. The farm was open to the public and filled with food vendors, wine, music and of course famous Vale Wood ice cream and drinks. “It’s my family that is here to park cars and sell you drinks and serve you ice cream; it’s our pleasure.

Altoona, PA (WJAC) — The annual Jaffa Shrine Arts and Crafts Fair kicked off Saturday in Altoona. Over 100 vendors, mostly Pennsylvania-based vendors, taking part on two floors inside the historic venue. The mid-November weekend event is back on after taking the year off last year due to the pandemic. Money raised from vendor spaces and concession goes towards ongoing fundraising efforts that the Shriners help benefit. The two-day event continues Sunday until 5 p.

According to reports from multiple NFL Insiders, Pittsburgh Steelers free agent linebacker Devin Bush is signing a one-year deal with the Seattle Seahawks. Bush was drafted in the first round of 2019 NFL Draft out of the University of Michigan. In four seasons with the Steelers, Bush played in 52 career games, starting 48 of them. He has two career interceptions, two forced fumbles, 13 pass defenses, 4 sacks and 286 total tackles.

The Johnstown Galleria gaining national attention, leading filmmakers to look into documenting how it, and malls alike, are where they are today. Producers from “It's A Mall World LLC" say they are making a documentary film about how malls are recovering from the so called “retail epidemic.” They say they are at the Johnstown Galleria “to see if it would be a good fit.” The malls owner, Leo Karruli, says the hard work by him and mall vendors is paying off.

SOMERSET, Pa. (WJAC) — Officials say no one was inured when a car crashed into Dollar Tree in Somerset Wednesday morning. Dispatchers say the crash happened around 11 a.m. at the Dollar Tree along N. Center Ave. Authorities say only one vehicle was involved and they’re investigating what led to the crash. ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ56axLR7y6iamqRfpLOntcKimKWrXaO8brvNnmSippqqv6awjJqdrZ2iYrCivoycqZqrmJqxbrXNraZmq5%2BisrO%2FxK1knaecoa6zedOrnJ4%3D

University Park, PA (WJAC) — Penn State football has announced the date for its 2024 Blue & White game, the annual intra-squad scrimmage. University officials say next year's game will be held on Saturday, April 13 at Beaver Stadium and is expected to kickoff sometime in the early to mid-afternoon. Penn State says more details about the 2024 game will be released following the conclusion of the Nittany Lions' 2023 football season.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) - They're the heroes in our community keeping us safe every day, volunteer firefighters. In this week's Making a Difference, we visit the Richland Township Volunteer Fire Department to show you a unique program that's been around since 1991. Some of the firemen live at the fire station, which creates faster response times and hands on training. “We like to have our hose pack neat... Just a little bit of pride in what we do,"

CLEARFIELD CO, Pa (WJAC) — Denny's Beer Barrel Pub in Clearfield County is known as the home of the world's largest burger challenges. On Friday, owner Denny Leighey unveiled a new menu item, the "rock house" burger. It is named in honor of Bradford Township native Roland Welker, who won season seven of the History Channel's survivalist show "Alone.” He used the memory of his mother, who passed away just before the show was filmed, to help him survive 100 days in isolation in the Northwest Territories of Canada.

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — In what is likely the final chapter in the years-long legal battle between the FCC and Somerset County radio personality Roger Wahl, the commission has upheld its decision to revoke Wahl's license. According to a release made public earlier this month, the FCC denied Wahl's attempt to review and appeal the decision. The latest order comes nearly one year after the FCC initially voted to revoke Wahl's radio license in the wake of his criminal investigation.

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A former University of Connecticut student pleaded guilty to murder and other charges Wednesday for killing a man and severely wounding another with a sword in 2020 — one of two deadly attacks that led to a six-day manhunt in several states that ended with his capture in Maryland. Peter Manfredonia, 26, from Newtown, Connecticut, agreed to a 55-year prison sentence during a hearing at Rockville Superior Court.

by EMILY GRACEY | The National Weather Desk Mon, May 20th 2024 at 11:03 AMThis composite image made available by NASA shows the spider part of "The Spider and the Fly" nebulae, IC 417, where many stars are formed, captured in infrared by the Spitzer Space Telescope and the Two Micron All Sky Survey (2MASS). Located in the constellation Auriga, it is about 10,000 light-years away from Earth in the outer part of the Milky Way, almost exactly in the opposite direction from the galactic center.

Pittsburgh (WJAC) — The Pittsburgh Steelers announced Sunday night that they have traded offensive guard Kevin Dotson to the Los Angeles Rams. Pittsburgh will receive multiple draft picks in return, including the Rams' 2024 fourth-round pick. Dotson was drafted by Pittsburgh in the fourth-round of the 2020 draft and played in 39 career games for the Steelers. Dotson also started all 17 games last season for Pittsburgh and played all 1,160 offensive snaps.

by Sydney Keller Wed, May 29th 2024 at 12:16 PMUpdated Wed, May 29th 2024 at 5:42 PM FILE – A memorial dedicated to the 19 children and two adults murdered on May 24, 2022 during the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School is seen on May 24, 2023 in Uvalde, Texas. (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images) ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ56axLR7zZqroqeeYsSwvsudZmtoYml6r63Soa2ipJyaerWxzaecrKuVmnqlu82oqWajlZq9tHnUr5ilnJVis7DBzZ2YraGfo3qnu9FmoqKco2KxsLvRrGSoqJWjeqK5yJ1kn6GelruktcClZKysoqq0qLjErGSnmaSevK%2Bty2alqKagp7yntdNmq56wkah6tK%2FHqKalZZWhsq6xza2Yq7FdqLWwu9OipaBlnZ6xpbjEZqun

HARRISBURG, Pa (WJAC) — On Friday, Congressman John Joyce sent a letter to Gov. Tom Wolf in response to the contact tracing data breach that was uncovered earlier in the week. The massive data breach reportedly compromised the personal information of more than 72,000 Pennsylvanians, and Congressman Joyce is urging the Governor to address the incident. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, you and your administration have enthusiastically encouraged Pennsylvanians to participate in contact tracing facilitated by the Pennsylvania Department of Health and its vendor, Insight Global,” wrote Dr.

STATE COLLEGE - Employees and others confirmed the possible closing of Ye Olde College Diner in State College. The owner wasn't available for comment, but employees speculate the closing date could be sometime in April. The diner has been a staple of downtown and West College Avenue since 1929. It's famous for its grilled stickies, but was also well-known for giving out Thanksgiving dinners for 50 cents until last year.

CAMBRIA CO, Pa (WJAC) — The former Cresson Sanatorium and Cresson State Correctional Institution is coming back to life. The site was recently purchased by a company named “Big House Produce,” and they are hosting guided tours of the facilities to raise money for ongoing restoration projects. The Cresson State Correctional Institution closed in 2016. Visit Big House Produce’s website for event information and ticket pricing. Organizers say to be aware that a slight dress code is enforced as there is debris on the floors that visitors will be walking over.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Urgent care facilities are now offering coronavirus antibody tests. iCare locations in Westmont, Ebensburg and Monroeville have started offering the coronavirus antibody test through a blood draw. “It’s going to tell us if you’ve had any exposure or possible immunity to COVID-19 coronavirus. We don’t know if the antibody infers immunity yet hopefully, we will find that out soon,” said iCare medical doctor, Dr. Mathew Zajdel.

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa (WJAC) — Penn State's Berkey Creamery announced this weekend that they will be reopening to the public on Monday, according to their Facebook page. The Creamery will be open at a limited capacity, the post adds, and hours of operation will be Monday through Friday from noon to 7 p.m. Staff says that they will operate with very specific guidelines including only pre-packaged items being sold. "The safety of our staff and customers is our top priority,"

ERIE, Pa. (AP) — An approximately 300-pound woman has pleaded guilty to third-degree murder for killing her nearly 120-pound boyfriend by beating him with a table leg and sitting on him, rendering him unable to breathe. Authorities say 44-year-old former home health aide Windi C. Thomas entered the plea in Erie County court on Monday, agreeing to a recommended sentence of 18 to 36 years. Defense attorney Mark Del Duca says Thomas passed out on top of 44-year-old Keeno Butler as a result of drinking.

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AUSTIN, Texas (KEYE) — Nearly two years after her death, the family of Anna Moriah "Mo" Wilson filed a wrongful death lawsuit against her convicted killer, Kaitlin Armstrong. Armstrong is currently serving a 90-year prison sentence for the murder of 25-year-old Wilson. "When you shot Moriah in the heart, you shot me in the heart," said Karen Wilson when addressing Armstrong, moments after a jury sentenced her to decades in prison and a $10,000 fine.

New legislation is being introduced by Pennsylvania State Representative Abby Major -- that might intrigue those of us who have tattoos or are looking to get one. Its called the Tattoo Practice Act. The goal behind this legislation is to strengthen customer protection and decrease the spread of disease -- which can be common in tattoos. “I feel that it's important for consumer safety and protection," said Major. "For the consumer to make sure that their tattoo artist is licensed and trained using sterile and safe procedures.

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PHOENIX (TND) — A woman who was arrested in connection to an arson and two murders was seen in surveillance footage showing "a very small amount of gas" being purchased at gas station. Katisha Susan Smith, 44 was arrested last week for her involvement in the April 27 arson at a Phoenix building that killed two people. Sheriff's investigators found a deceased person inside J&J Sofa Manufacturing while processing the scene after the fire was extinguished, according to Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office.

HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — State police say a teenager was killed in a high-speed chase with troopers in Huntingdon County over the weekend. According to state police, just before midnight, troopers tried to pull over a vehicle Friday on State Route 22 for multiple traffic violations. They say the vehicle was being driven by a 17-year-old who refused to stop and sped away from troopers. State police say the chase continued onto Hartslog Valley Road and continued for several miles until the vehicle left the road and crashed into an embankment and two trees.

Facebook launched its new "Community Actions" feature on Jan. 21. It's a way for users to support a cause or movement and get their voices heard in their communities. This feature was designed to help users advocate for change. They can create a petition and notify relevant local and national elected officials and government agencies of actions they would like to see happen. The goal is to get Facebook friends to click on the "

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — A former inmate at the Centre County Prison has filed a federal lawsuit claiming the lack of medical treatment and other conditions at the prison are "shameful.” Jessica Tressler says she was an inmate at the prison in April of 2022. She claims despite being in severe pain, she wasn't properly treated at the prison for opiate withdrawal and an infection, and was eventually transferred to a hospital for heart valve surgery.

Indiana County, PA (WJAC) — Authorities with the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General say an Indiana County man will serve decades in prison after pleading guilty in a 2016 double murder case. Prosecutors say 25-year-old Nathaniel Price entered the plea, earlier this week, to two counts of third-degree murder in the deaths of Timothy Gardner and Jaqueline Brink. Price and two others, Justin Stevenson and Isaiah Scott, were charged in 2016 after the couple was found dead inside their Cherryhill Township home.

BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Mayor Brandon Scott and the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MIMA) announced the extension of the city’s Key Bridge Emergency Response Fund on Friday, May 31. The fund was originally introduced shortly after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge on March 26. MIMA set up the emergency effort through the Baltimore Civic Fund, and it has received support from Baltimore City and people from around the world to collect over $800,000 to help survivors and the victim's families who were directly impacted by the collapse.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Every single country music star that has a bar downtown gets their name in lights. Whether it's Garth Brooks or Miranda Lambert, they have a big neon hanging sign outside their establishment, welcoming you in. However, country singer Morgan Wallen will not be getting his name in lights outsidehis new Broadway bar as Metro Council members say his actions come with consequences. The council members voted no Tuesday night to allowing Wallen's very own neon sign to go up outside his bar.

MANITOWOC, Wis. (WLUK) — Steven Avery’s attorney filed another post-conviction motion Tuesday in the latest attempt to overturn his conviction or get a new trial for the 2005 murder of Teresa Halbach. Avery is serving a life sentence for the freelance photographer’s murder. Avery’s nephew, Brendan Dassey, was also convicted. Their cases received worldwide attention with the 2015 release of the Netflix series "Making A Murderer." While Dassey has no appeals pending – his latest appeal was rejected by the U.

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa (WJAC) — After weeks of speculation, ESPN's College GameDay confirmed in a Twitter post late Saturday night that they will be in University Park next week for Penn State's Whiteout game against Michigan. Penn State football's Twitter also confirmed GameDay's return. The Nittany Lions scored a hard fought road victory versus Iowa last night, improving their record to 6-0, while Michigan routed Illinois to improve to 5-1 on the season.

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Disney has received another key approval to expand its Southern California theme parks in its first push to make major changes to its iconic Disneyland in decades. The Anaheim City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to approve the plan to transform Disney's 490-acre (488-hectare) campus in densely-populated Southern California by moving parking to a multi-story structure and redeveloping a massive lot with new entertainment and rides. It was a second, required vote for the plan after the council gave initial approval last month.

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Authorities with the Department of Justice say a State College man was found guilty Wednesday on charges related to the January 6th Capitol riot in Washington D.C. Investigators say 28-year-old Brian Gunderson was found guilty of obstructing an official proceeding and assaulting, resisting or impeding law enforcement. Authorities say Gunderson is accused of "joining a mob of rioters" inside the Parliamentarian’s Office of the building. Prosecutors allege that Gunderson spent approximately eight minutes inside the office and say that he reportedly wrote a note "

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LOGAN, W.Va. (AP) West Virginia State Police said a man was charged Sunday with attacking a state Senate candidate at a political cookout. Senior Trooper J.E. Garren said Jonathan Porter is charged with malicious assault, attempted malicious assault and felony destruction of property in the beating on Sunday of Richard Ojeda, who's running as a Democrat for a state Senate seat. Garren said Porter asked Ojeda to put a bumper sticker on his truck, and then attacked him with brass knuckles.

PUNXSUTAWNEY - Ten local pizzerias and organizations in Jefferson County will team up this weekend to create a 400-square-foot pizza. The event is being held to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Punxsutawney Area Community Center. But the pizza challenge will also be a practice run and send-off for the owner of Punxsy Pizza, Scott Anthony. Anthony, representing Punxsutawney, will head to California on April 9 to help break the Longest Pizza World Record for Guinness World Records.

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Centre Co., PA (WJAC) — Authorities say more criminal charges have been filed in connection to what police say was a large-scale drug ring operating in Centre County and surrounding areas. According to a recently released grand jury investigation, close to a dozen people were involved in the drug distribution network, including 46-year-old Larry David, of State College, who was identified as the head of the drug ring. Police initially arrested David in the spring of 2021, and say they found over 1,400 baggies of heroin in his car, but the investigation of David, and others, dates back to 2020.

Johnstown, Pa — The Pennsylvania Senate recently approved a resolution introduced by Senator Wayne Langerholc that would address the issues of ‘porting’ within the Housing Choice Voucher Program. “I rise to ask for support for Senate Resolution 45,” said Langerholc. “This resolution will call on the federal government to address the issue of porting.” Langerholc introduced this resolution to the Pennsylvania Senate in March after seeing how 'porting' is impacting areas within Cambria County - especially Johnstown.

52 counties across the state of Pennsylvania — including all of the counties in our coverage area — are quarantining spotted lantern flies. "In those counties there are confirmed population of spotted lantern fly which is a destructive, invasive insect that threatens agriculture and Pennsylvania way of life,” said Shannon Powers, the Press Secretary for the PA Dept. of Agriculture. All of this in efforts to kill off and prevent these insects from spreading even more throughout the commonwealth.

PITTSBURGH -- Chase Claypool has big play potential. He is also very big himself. At pick 49 in the second round of the NFL Draft, the Pittsburgh Steelers selected the talented Wide Receiver out of Notre Dame. Claypool will fit in nicely to an offense that struggled last season in the absence of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. Standing 6 foot 4 and weighing 253 pounds, Claypool clocked an impressive 40 time of 4.

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Warren County, PA — A judge in Pennsylvania decided kidnapping suspect Michael Burham will face charges for both that crime and for escaping from jail. It all started in May, when he allegedly kidnapped a couple in their home and forced them to ride with him to Charleston, South Carolina. Police say he was on the run from murder charges in a nearby New York community. The wife told the court Monday what that 18-hour drive was like.

Elk County, PA (WJAC) — Authorities say one person was flown to the hospital Monday afternoon following a motorcycle crash near the Medix Hotel in Elk County. 911 officials say the crash, which occurred just before 2 p.m., resulted in the temporary closure of Quehanna Highway, between Route 255 and Silver Mill Road, in Medix Run. State police officials confirmed that the operator of the motorcycle suffered moderate injuries in the crash.

MONROEVILLE, Pa. (AP) - Police are investigating a shooting at a western Pennsylvania strip mall. Monroeville police were taping off the Miracle Ear store outside a small plaza in this municipality about 15 miles east of Pittsburgh. The shots were reportedly fired just after 2 p.m. and there was broken glass at the hearing aid store, where calls were being routed to corporate offices. The company didn't immediately respond to a call seeking comment.

JOHNSTOWN — This year's newest Pittsburgh Steelers draft picks are trying to get acclimated to life in the NFL. So, our latest 6 Sports Stories segment takes a look back at the year 1989, when the Steelers drafted former Pitt-Johnstown wrestling star Carlton Haselrig. Pittsburgh took Haselrig in the 12th round of the NFL Draft. "I've been waiting for something like this to happen all my life," Haselrig said. The 6-time NCAA wrestling champion didn't play football in college.

CHICAGO (TND) — Police at the University of Chicago removed the school’s “Popular University of Gaza” encampment early Tuesday morning, leading some protesters to claim they were "ambushed." UChicago students created the anti-Israel encampment in tandem with students at other universities across the country. These encampments have become hotbeds of anti-Israel and anti-American sentiment in recent weeks as protesters rally in support of Palestine. Campus police, according to Instagram page UChicagoUnited, “attacked” students at 4:40 a.

ALTOONA, Pa (WJAC) — An Altoona man was arrested late last month for witness intimidation, according to Hollidaysburg state police. Troopers say on Feb. 26, Aaron Capps, 19, was arrested for intimidating a witness along the 600 block of South Dartmouth Lane in Logan Township. Charges are pending, according to state police ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ56axLR7y6iamqRflrm1u86nmGalkaN6or7RnqqtnZRis7C%2BjLCgraaVqMButc2toKahlJbBqrvNZqqtmaSaerG7y6KanmWjlsY%3D

DUBLIN, Ohio (WSYX) — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed House Bill 250 on Wednesday, requiring schools across the state to enact policies limiting cellphone use by students during school hours. The bill will require all Ohio districts to approve new policies by July 1, about six weeks from now. The law doesn’t force districts to ban phones, but DeWine said he thinks the attention that has been brought to the issue will lead school boards to be more restrictive with phones.

MIFFLINBURG, UNION CO. (WOLF) — The Mifflinburg community is recovering from a tornado that touched down Sunday afternoon and caused heavy damage to homes and barns. RELATED: National Weather Service confirms Dickson City storm damage was caused by tornado After a tornado was observed in central Pennsylvania, the Mifflinburg Hose Company and the rest of Union County were notified that a tornado touched the ground west of Mifflinburg at around 4 p.

JOHNSTOWN -- Conemaugh Valley unveiled a brand new scoreboard at its softball field Wednesday. The new addition honors a former Lady Blue Jay. Becky Castiglione and her family have been looking for a way to honor their daughter and give back to the softball program. Madison Stetson - who played on the first-ever Conemaugh Valley junior high softball team - died unexpectedly in 2010. Money raised through a school dance and a junior high softball tournament last year helped purchase and install the scoreboard in left field.

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WILLIAMSBURG - A teacher at Williamsburg High School has been charged by state police with having sexual intercourse with a student. According to police, Nikki Varney, 44, has been charged with institutional sexual assault, statutory sexual assault, corruption of minors and unlawful contact with minors. Police said their investigation began after the school reported to police that Varney was in a sexual relationship with a male student. The investigation led officers to discover that the sexual encounter between Varney and the student took place over the summer.

CHICAGO (TND) — Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson will revisit plans to host migrants in a popular city park field house, representatives of his office told Austin Weekly News this week. The city is reportedly weighing housing up to 200 migrants at Amundsen Park for six months. The park is located in Chicago's Austin neighborhood. Alderman Chris Taliaferro (29th) was “blindsided,” WBBM reported, when he initially received word of the plans. The alderman had warned just one week prior that the city’s handling of its growing migrant crisis would cause tensions to rise between Black and Latino residents.

WASHINGTON (TND) — The U.S. Space Weather Prediction Center on Thursday issued a severe geomagnetic storm watch for a solar event which could impact a majority of Americans Friday into Saturday. Officials explained in a release they expect an eruption of solar material, known as a coronal mass ejection (CME), to result in a geomagnetic storm. Along with the release was the rating of G4 for “severe,” which the agency has not issued since 2005.

SHIPPENSBURG, Pa — The Shippensburg Greyhound Wresting team announced on their Facebook page that Bill Wolfe, head coach for the elementary wrestling team, is "among the victims" of the Las Vegas shooting. The team, for elementary, middle and high school students, says that his wife is okay but the elementary school coach's condition "is presently unknown." ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ56axLR70q2YrZ1fpbKvutKyo6%2BZnp6ubsPRnqqtpJmjtG6vzpqaoWWRoryvs4yvoJysmaLAbrvFZqOaq12rsqit0maqoaefqbavsw%3D%3D

PITTSBURGH (WJAC) — According to a report from NFL Insider Mike Garafolo, the Pittsburgh Steelers and quarterback Mitch Trubisky have reportedly agreed to "mutually part ways." Trubisky was drafted by the Chicago Bears in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft. After spending four seasons in Chicago, and one in Buffalo, Trubisky signed a two-year deal with Pittsburgh in 2022. Pittsburgh then signed Trubisky to a two-year contract extension prior to the start of the 2023 season.

Centre County, Pa. (WJAC) — Questions remain about the future of a former nursing home in Centre County. The county still owns the building, and now some people are weighing in on how the old facility should be used moving forward. Tuesday, a father made a plea talking about his daughter's mental health struggles and run-ins with the law. “But, she broke probation by having a relapse of a disease,” said Chris Potalivo.

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Authorities in Cambria County say a Colorado woman is behind bars after she reportedly threatened a local magistrate, as well as her former employer, hundreds of times over a period of several weeks. Jackson Township police say the investigation began in mid-March after they learned that a woman, later identified as 46-year-old Sarah Byrne, had been repeatedly harassing staff members at the office of Magisterial District Judge Mary Ann Zanghi.

ALTOONA, Pa. (WJAC)—As part of an active shooter drill Tuesday, students from Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School filed out of the school building and headed toward an off-campus location where they would meet in the event of a threat. “We know the world we live in and we understand that we could do one of two things. We could not talk about it at all and not have the answer, or we can start to do the things like we’re doing today, actually physically leaving the school and going to rally point and making a difference when it comes to survival for a bad thing happens at their school,” said Bubba Fatula, the director of threat preparedness for Gittings Protective Security.

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Authorities in Cambria County say a Cresson man is facing charges, accused of inappropriately touching a 14-year-old girl at her bus stop. Police say in March, the victim reported that 62-year-old James Kline had touched her while she was waiting for the school bus. Investigators say the teen stated that Kline would hug her, which she described as "married people hugs." Police say another teen also reportedly witnessed the inappropriate contact and told the victim to report it.

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania will join the majority of states that ban motorists from handling a cell phone for almost any purpose while driving, as backers of the legislation hope to reduce distracted driving accidents and deaths after nearly two decades of pressing the measure. Gov. Josh Shapiro's office said Thursday that the Democrat will sign the bill, 18 years after he first introduced a similar bill when he served in the state House of Representatives.

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang and the Pittsburgh Penguins have been an NHL playoff fixture for the better part of two decades. It’s a run that’s produced three Stanley Cups, a near miss at another and likely fast-tracked all three franchise icons to the Hall of Fame. And now, it may finally be over. Buddy Robinson and Andres Athanasiou scored 26 seconds apart in the third period and the lowly Chicago Blackhawks dealt the Penguins’ playoff chances a significant blow in a 5-2 win on Tuesday night.

FULTON COUNTY, Pa. — One man is dead following a vehicle accident in Fulton County after his pickup truck collided with a Freightliner truck Wednesday evening, according to Pennsylvania State Police. According to a press release, Richard Spencer, 41, was traveling east in an unknown travel lane on I76 when he traveled across the shoulder and entered the grass to the south of the roadway. State police say Spencer then went on an embankment before rolling over, ejecting him from the back window of his vehicle.

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A Somerset County church is hosting its fourth annual easter egg hunt this weekend. Michael Ragozzino, lead pastor at 3C's church, said the event is open to individuals of all ages. Ragozzino said over 3,000 eggs of various sizes will be hidden throughout a 20-acre area, including one lucky egg with hundreds of dollars’ worth of prizes inside. Food will also be provided during the event in addition to the egg hunt and other Easter activities.

Exeter Township, PA — An alligator named Fluffy is now back with his owner after a Pennsylvania landscaper found him in a creek. "We just caught an alligator. We're famous." When landscaper Shawn Sancinella saw an alligator near his job site in Exeter Township Wednesday morning, he made a snap decision. "I couldn't believe it, it was wild. I'm like, we're in Pennsylvania, no alligators are going to be in here.

WASHINGTON (TND) — A congressman from New York is being accused of bad behavior before the House voted on the funding bill to keep federal agencies open. An investigation is already underway and there are calls for prosecution. Rep. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., pulled the alarm in a Capitol office building. The GOP-controlled House Administration Committee, which oversees issues pertaining to the Capitol complex, posted a picture from the U.S. Capitol Police showing a man pulling the fire alarm who appeared to be Bowman.

NOTTINGHAM (WOLF) — Former Wilkes-Barre/Scranton and Pittsburgh Penguins player, Adam Johnson, died from injuries following a freak accident on Oct. 28, while playing for the Nottingham Panthers in the Elite Ice Hockey League (EIHL). Johnson was playing against the Sheffield Steelers during a Challenge Cup game when his neck was cut by a Sheffield player's skate during a collision at 33:47. Before he could make it off the ice, he collapsed.

WASHINGTON (AP) — A Georgia business owner who bragged that he “fed” a police officer to a mob of rioters storming the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, was sentenced on Thursday to nearly five years in prison for his repeated attacks on law enforcement during the insurrection. Jack Wade Whitton struck an officer with a metal crutch and dragged him — head first and face down — into the crowd on the Capitol's Lower West Terrace.

Pennsylvania State Police are investigating after law enforcement officers shot and killed a man in Spring Garden Township, York County, who fired at them during a domestic incident Saturday evening. According to a press release, state police were called to assist the Spring Garden Township Police Department for the report of a domestic violence incident just after 11:15 p.m. on the 600 block of Colonial Avenue. State police said it was reported that a male, later identified as Payden Sells, 34, of Spring Grove, was on scene with multiple firearms trying to gain access to the residence.

Clearfield Co., PA (WJAC) — State police in Clearfield County say a 19-year-old Reynoldsville man was killed earlier this week in a fiery, two-vehicle crash in Bradford Township. Investigators say Derraick Burkett was reportedly traveling southbound on Shiloh Road, near the intersection of Route 322, when he failed to stop at the flashing red signal and collided with a tractor-trailer. Police say Burkett's vehicle struck the guardrail, multiple times, before catching fire.

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — The resignations of two police officers and the chief of police were accepted Monday night at Bellefonte Borough's council meeting. Bellefonte Borough police officers Matthew Pollock and Jason Brower resigned earlier this year and police chief Shawn Weaver resigned after being the chief since 2006. Borough officials are still not commenting on the reason for their resignations. The acting police chief of Bellefonte Borough is now William Witmer.

The Rite Aid on Market Street in downtown Johnstown is closing according to city manager Ethan Imhoff. One Johnstown resident Cynthia James said it will affect many people downtown, but especially older people in the multiple senior living towers. “We're talking senior citizens that live alone, take care of themselves, have been down here for years and been independent living on their own but now they have to look for somebody to help them,” James said.

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — People in areas at high risk for wildfires in the Portland, Ore. metro area are bracing for potential power shutoffs this weekend. Portland General Electric (PGE) says they may have to shut off power in 10 areas in the metro area because of concerns about high winds knocking trees and branches into power lines, which may spark a fire in the hot and dry conditions. So we look at public safety power shutoffs as a last resort safety measure, it is one of the tools we use to help mitigate the risk of wildfire involving our system,” said PGE spokesperson Andrea Platt.

University Park, PA (WJAC) — Authorities in Centre County say a Penn State student is facing charges after he allegedly posted a bomb threat on the social media app Yik Yak. Police say Henry Hyduke, 20, of Fair Haven, New Jersey, faces one misdemeanor count of making terroristic threats to cause a serious public inconvenience, according to online court records. Investigators say on August 24, the FBI National Threat Operations Center was notified bomb threat posted on the social media platform Yik Yak.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Sheetz has announced plans to hire 2,500 employees companywide. The company says it will hold open interviews for full-time and part-time positions March 27 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at all of its 589 locations. Sheetz currently has stores in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, Ohio, West Virginia and North Carolina. “We are excited to bring additional employees into our family at Sheetz," said Stephanie Doliveira, vice president of human resources at Sheetz.

Johnstown, Pa — The world's best amateur golfers are in Johnstown for the 82nd Sunnehanna Amateur. Between Wednesday and Saturday people at home will have the chance to attend Sunnehanna Country Club to watch the best of the best for free. You may not recognize their names now, but many in the tournament will go on to play on the PGA tour. The first group of players is scheduled to tee-off at eight A.

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Community members in the Moxham section of Johnstown -- which they say is known for having a "bad reputation" -- are trying to change that narrative. Camillya Taylor is a business owner in Moxham and said she loves going to work every day in the historic district. "There's so many great people over here. There's so many great things going on," she told 6 News. "

STATE COLLEGE/CENTRE COUNTY, Pa — State College had their December First Friday downtown this evening, featuring a number of fun attractions and opportunities. Many galleries and shops had special, later hours to accommodate visitors, with some discounts available at certain places too. To add to the family fun, tonight and on Saturday, there are free trolley rides going around the town, with a couple of stops to hop on and off.

Centre Co., PA (WJAC) — A Bellefonte man is headed to trial in a near deadly stabbing case. During a preliminary hearing on Wednesday, the victim testified that James Surovec stabbed him four times, including twice in the neck, during a fight on July 17th. Surovec faces various charges including attempted homicide and arson. Police say he reportedly started a small fire inside a Bellefonte apartment building and then stabbed the victim when he found the fire.

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Mike Sullivan was selected U.S. coach for the 2026 Milan Olympics on Saturday, an expected move that puts the two-time Stanley Cup champion in charge of the country’s bid for its first gold medal since the “Miracle On Ice” in 1980. USA Hockey also announced the Pittsburgh Penguins coach will be behind the bench for the Four Nations Face-Off next year, a tournament the NHL will showcase in February 2025 for a taste of international competition leading up to the Olympics.

Pittsburgh (WJAC) — Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubsiky is now under contract with the team for the next three seasons. The team announced Thursday that Trubisky was given a two-year contract extension. Trubisky appeared in seven total games last season for the Steelers, starting five of them. He completed 117 of 180 passes for over 1,200 yards and four touchdowns. ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ6OlvLPA0miqrZ2VobKzv46sq56dnJq%2FtHnSop6nZaGXeq6105yfZqyiqq%2Bqv8qyZK2nXZi8r8DRmpqtZZWtwaa60qKmpw%3D%3D

Founded in 1960, Domino’s climbed the ladder to become the largest pizza company in the world based on retail sales. More than 10 Domino’s restaurants across the Greater Johnstown-Altoona area are looking to hire about 60 new team members to join the pizza empire. "We understand that this is a really tough time for people who may be out of jobs. I think it’s a really great opportunity for someone. The training is very fast and easy.

PORTLAND, Ore. (TND) — Doctors are among the most trusted professionals we have, but what happens when a physician crosses the line to sexually abuse or assault a patient? **WARNING: THIS ARTICLE CONTAINS GRAPHIC CONTENT RELATED TO SEXUAL ASSAULT** High-profile cases have recently grabbed the headlines, from USA Gymnastics Doctor Larry Nassar, who was sent to prison for sexually abusing his patients to Doctor George Tyndall, a University of Southern California gynecologist, facing dozens of charges involving sexual misconduct.

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Officials with the Richland School District say an investigation is underway after an elementary student reportedly brought a knife to school on Thursday. School officials say the incident was addressed immediately and the district is working with local law enforcement to conduct a thorough investigation. We are diligently assessing any potential threats posed and considering the student's past behavior as part of this process. I want to underscore that the safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our top priority.

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McKEESPORT, Pa. (AP) — A Pittsburgh-area teen has been found safe and her ex-boyfriend has been charged with kidnapping after a two-hour standoff. State police had issued an Amber Alert for 16-year-old Marjani Aquil after she hadn't been seen since 3:15 p.m. Wednesday in Penn Hills. She was found inside a house in McKeesport shortly before midnight with bruises to her face. Nineteen-year-old Jermaine Laquay Rodgers of East Pittsburgh was found hiding in the basement two hours later.

Huntingdon Co., PA (WJAC) — State police have charged a Tyrone man for driving under the influence of drugs and causing a fatal crash that claimed the life of a Warriors Marks woman in June, according to a criminal complaint. Investigators say 43-year-old Richard Ewing has been charged with homicide by vehicle while driving under the influence, aggravated assault by vehicle, involuntary manslaughter, and over a dozen other traffic and drug-related citations, according to online court documents.

Clearfield Co., PA (WJAC) — Clearfield County coroner Kim Shaffer-Snyder has released the cause of death for the 14-year-old boy who tragically died earlier this week in an overnight house fire in Huston Township. The coroner's office says the teen, who has not been identified by authorities, died from smoke inhalation. Fire officials say multiple departments were dispatched to the blaze, located along Dr's Lane, just after midnight Monday morning.

PENSACOLA, Fla. (WEAR) — A loophole in Florida state law is opening doors for illegal immigrants to obtain a Florida license plate without a driver's license. The issue is causing an uptick in arrests by law enforcement, according to state lawmakers. Rep. Alex Andrade says the issue is being examined by Florida's top legislators all the way down to tax collectors. "This is not some blow the roof off secret conspiracy,"

The Humane Society of Cambria County held their first ever Clear the Shelter Adoption event this weekend. This comes as the number of shelter animals has steadily increased since the pandemic. Twenty-one animals have been adopted this weekend so far but 56 are still without homes. The Humane Society urges people to give these animals a chance at a good life and to not give up on them. “Adopting is always better than shopping,"

Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — Authorities say a Philadelphia shooting suspect was arrested in Johnstown earlier this week. Keon Smith, and two others, were charged after a 5-year-old and his grandfather were shot in June. Police say the shooting took place right outside a busy gas station. Authorities say they located Smith at a home on McCabe Street in Prospect. He was taken to the Cambria County Prison before being transported back to Philadelphia, where he faces charges related to criminal homicide and criminal conspiracy.

MOUNTAIN ATHLETIC CONFERENCE 2017 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEW: The Clearfield Bison will start the season in a position to defend their 2016 Mountain Athletic Conference title, relying on 12 returning starters and a core of underclassmen who will be able to contribute right away. Head coach Tim Janocko is beginning his 33rd season, and will once again be considered a playoff contender. ADVERTISING While Clearfield won the league, the Central Dragons enjoyed a run to the state semifinals in 2016.

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BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Police have issued an arrest warrant for a person that they are calling an "armed and dangerous" man for the murder of a Baltimore tech CEO. Jason Dean Billingsley, 32, is accused of first-degree murder, assault and reckless endangerment in the death of Pava LaPere. ALSO READ | Baltimore homicide victim Pava LaPere was CEO and founder of software company LaPere, 26, was found beaten to death at her apartment building on the 300 block of West Franklin Street in the Bromo Arts District.

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A new casino project in Centre County is moving along. Bally's Corporation announced they're a partner for a new casino near the Nittany Mall. Bally's is working with former Penn State trustee, Ira Lubert. He was awarded a mini-casino license last year by the state's gaming control board. Lubert was previously involved in a proposal to locate a casino in the mall's former Bon-Ton store site.

BRADFORD TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WJAC) — Emergency officials say Route 322 was closed Saturday afternoon in Clearfield County because people were trapped in a crash. According to Hope Fire Company, the two-vehicle crash happened on Woodland Bigler Highway near McDowell Road in Bradford Township. Crews reported heavy entrapment in both vehicles. Route 322 was closed between the Bigler light at Minit Mart and the Woodland light at Gio’s as crews worked to extricate the vehicles' occupants.

WASHINGTON (TND) — Lawmakers spoke about antisemitism and the escalating tensions on college campuses due to the ongoing anti-Israel protests. “Since October 7, we had over 5,000 antisemitic incidences in the United States just between October 17-January 1," Rep. Lois Frankel, D-Fla., said. "It is so important for the leader of our country to be out there and say very strongly and clearly that this kind of hatred against any race or any religion is wrong.

SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — A marathon Utah Republican Party convention finally ended close to midnight—six hours later than planned—and in the end, incumbents were left fighting more than sleep. State Rep. Phil Lyman soundly beat Gov. Spencer Cox in the GOP delegate vote, 68% to 32%, a margin that would have been enough to knock Cox out of the race altogether, had the governor’s campaign not collected more than 28,000 signatures to ensure his place on the primary ballot.

WASHINGTON (AP) — A woman who received a pig kidney transplant is back on dialysis just 47 days later after surgeons removed the gradually failing organ. Lisa Pisano was the second person to receive a kidney from a gene-edited pig, and NYU Langone Health announced that she is stable after an operation to remove the organ earlier this week. The first patient to receive a pig kidney transplant, Richard “Rick” Slayman at Massachusetts General Hospital, died in early May, nearly two months after his transplant.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration is canceling student loans for another 160,000 borrowers through a combination of existing programs. The Education Department announced the latest round of cancellation on Wednesday, saying it will erase $7.7 billion in federal student loans. With the latest action, the administration said it has canceled $167 billion in student debt for nearly 5 million Americans through several programs. “From day one of my administration, I promised to fight to ensure higher education is a ticket to the middle class, not a barrier to opportunity,” President Joe Biden said in a statement.

MARTINSBURG/BLAIR COUNTY, Pa — In Blair County today, the Town of Martinsburg paid homage to a group of Civil War heroes who fought in the Battle of Gettysburg. 70 Union soldiers from the Morrisons Cove Area were honored with a memorial in Morrisons Cove Memorial Park on Saturday. Former Martinsburg Borough Manager Randy Stoltz spent several years researching and planning to make this possible. “I’m very excited to see this day come, it’s been two years in the the making, we got started two years ago and then COVID kind of slowed everything down,"

SCRANTON, Pa. (AP) — A former guard at a Pennsylvania prison has been sentenced to nine months of probation for having sex with an inmate while she was out on work release nearly a decade ago. Jeffrey Staff was one of seven guards to be charged with sexually abusing inmates at Lackawanna County Prison. He pleaded no contest to official oppression and was sentenced Thursday. The 43-year-old from Clarks Summit has also been barred from getting another job in a prison or law enforcement.

Westmoreland County, PA — Authorities with the Westmoreland County District Attorney's office say a Ligonier Township man is behind bars after he allegedly stabbed another man in the face and stomach over the weekend. Investigators say on Sunday evening, police were called to a home along Green Valley Drive for reports of a stabbing. Police say the victim told officers that 46-year-old Michael Glass had allegedly attacked him and stabbed him in the face and stomach.

VAL D'ISERE, France (AP) — A group of American skiers are taking it all off in an effort to raise some money. Five female and six male ski racers have joined together to pose in a nude calendar they hope will help them overcome high costs — and scarce funding — on the professional ski tour. Called "Under the Suit: The Bodies of the Ski Team," the calendar features the skiers in naked action shots: Either on the slopes or mountain biking in Chile and New Zealand, or pumping iron at their local gym in Park City, Utah.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (TND) — A Kentucky court has postponed pro golfer Scottie Scheffler's appearance on charges that he injured a police officer and disobeyed commands outside the gates of Valhalla Golf Club as the venue hosted this year's PGA Championship. We learned about the postponing after Scheffler, who was handcuffed and briefly jailed on Friday, had been due in court Tuesday, after his May 17 arrest at the PGA Championship for reportedly not following police instructions during a pedestrian fatality investigation.

RIDGWAY/ELK COUNTY, Pa — After more than seven decades of ownership by the same Italian family, Aiello’s Cafe in Elk County will be closing its doors one final time on Saturday closed its doors for the last time today. “But now, as sad as it is, I know deep in my heart it’s the right thing to do,” said Rosa Aiello, whose in-laws opened the restaurant. The cafe came to Ridgway in April of 1943, but the time has come for the Italian staple on Broad Street to end.

A 21-year-old University of Pennsylvania student with a heart condition died after reportedly drinking Panera Bread's new “charged lemonade” drink. A large cup contains more caffeine than cans of Red Bull and Monster Energy drinks combined, according to the lawsuit. The suit was filed on behalf of the New Jersey parents of Sarah Katz. The legal complaint, which was filed Monday, calls the beverage a “dangerous energy drink" and argues that Panera failed to appropriately warn consumers about its ingredients.

FRIANT, Calif. (KMPH) — A father and daughter were rescued from the San Joaquin River Sunday after their kayaks got stuck on debris. The incident happened around 2:30 p.m. north of Lost Lake on North Fork and Friant Road. California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection says they used their boat to get the man off the middle island he was stuck at and used rescue swimmers to help save the daughter in the river.

PENN TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WJAC) — Fire crews from across Centre County responded to a barn fire around 4:30 p.m. Thursday. The fire happened at an Amish family farm on Long Lane in Millheim. A witness at the scene told 6 News he was cutting his grass when he saw the flames erupting from the barn. He also said animals were in the barn but were safely rescued. Millheim Fire Company officials said no one was injured in the fire.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Police say a Johnstown man struck a woman Wednesday with a baseball bat because she refused to get him a cheeseburger. Police say the incident happened at a home on the 600 block of Bedford Street. According to a criminal complaint, 26-year-old Michael Felton was arguing with the woman and when she refused to get him one, he got a bat and struck her over the head with it.

LOGAN TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WJAC) — Police arrested a man they said forced his way into a woman's hotel room and repeatedly raped her for 6 1/2 hours. According to Logan Township police, 51-year-old Kevin Thompkins assaulted the victim sexually and physically at a Motel 6 along Sterling Street from 11 p.m. Friday until 5:30 a.m. Saturday. In a criminal complaint, the victim told police she and Thompkins had been on-and-off friends for about a year.

As talks of banning books in school districts have become more popular across the country, Pennsylvania is at the top of the issue. According to PEN America, a nonprofit organization that works to defend and celebrate free expression in the United States, Pennsylvania ranks #6 with a total of 27 instances of book bans between July and December of 2022 – Ranking third in the nation just prior to that.

ERIE, Pa. (AP) — Contract negotiations between the country's largest locomotive manufacturer and its striking union workers continued in Erie on Thursday, nearly two months after some 1,400 people walked off the job. Brenton Davis, the Republican elected Erie County executive, said this week he was concerned Wabtec may be considering a plant closure and outsourcing of its operations. Scott Slawson, president of Local 506 of the United Electrical, Radio & Machine Workers of America, said a potential plant closure was not discussed during talks Thursday he described as productive.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. -- A Johnstown plastic surgeon pleaded guilty Friday to two felony counts of Medicaid and insurance fraud. Dr. Daniel R. Nevarre was sentenced to six to 23 months of house arrest, followed by three years of probation. “When people commit Medicaid fraud, they’re stealing tax dollars from people who are in real need of health care services,” Attorney General Josh Shapiro said. Nevarre was the owner and operator of Plastic Surgical Associates of Johnstown until its sale in May 2017.

The Penn State Nittany Lions arrived in Atlanta, GA Saturday afternoon ahead of their matchup against Ole Miss in the 56th annual Peach Bowl, according to a press release. Penn State ranked at number 10 in the AP college football poll while Ole Miss ranked at number 11. The event will be held at noon December 30 in Mercedes-Benz Stadium and will be broadcasted nationally on ESPN. The press release states that it will represent the first-ever trip to the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl for the Nittany Lions and their first meeting with Ole Miss.

CLEARFIELD - Police in Clearfield County continue to investigate the theft of approximately $40,000 worth of jewelry. Clearfield Borough police said the incident happened Dec. 14 at Zalno Jewelers on North Third Street around 6:15 p.m. Officer Nathan Curry said police are currently looking into possible sightings of the group at other jewelry stores to build a timeline. "Since the actual theft has occurred, we've been working with other agencies to determine if these individuals have been in other areas of Pennsylvania or even other states,"

HUNT VALLEY, Md. (TND) — From chemotherapy and radiation to stem cell transplants and immunotherapy, treatments for cancer across the board have made advancements over the years thanks to billions of dollars poured into cancer research. Yet, every sixth death in the world is due to cancer. Doctors and surgeons try to heat body tissue, freeze body tissue, bind antibiotics with DNA, use high-powered energy beams and plenty more methods to kill cancer cells.

BALD EAGLE -- The Bald Eagle softball team hosted Clearfield on Thursday and used an early lead to beat the Bison, 4-2. The Eagles led 2-0 in the fourth inning and then added an insurance RBI from Zoey Surovec in the fifth inning, eventually extending the lead to 4-1. Clearfield started a comeback with an RBI double from Brook Cline, but Surovec was able to close out the win on the mound for Bald Eagle.

Jefferson Co., PA (WJAC) — According to Jefferson County EMS Director Tracy Zents, firefighters from multiple northern counties have been battling a large forest fire for most of the afternoon. Officials say the fire is located within the Allegheny National Forest, in the area of River Road in Belltown. Authorities say crews have been on scene since approximately 12:45 p.m. Departments from Jefferson, Elk, Clarion, Clearfield and Forest county are all assisting.

NEW YORK (TND) — Clifton Williams, the 50-year-old man charged with assaulting actor Steve Buscemi, is currently being held in a New York City jail on bond, prosecutors said Sunday. Williams, who is experiencing homelessness, was identified by authorities as the alleged attacker Wednesday before being arrested by police on Friday. The accused man was arraigned on Saturday and the judge set bail at $50,000. It was unclear if the defendant had a lawyer who could speak for him.

MILLHEIM, Pa. (WJAC) — Some businesses in Centre County came together to help an area fire company after it canceled its biggest fundraiser of the year. The Millheim Fire Company canceled its annual fire company carnival due to pandemic restrictions. Firefighters say it's one of their major fundraisers that help them pay for insurance on fire trucks and equipment. As a result, Penns Valley businesses came together to support the fire company with donations.

BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — Following a massive, 18-month operation involving multiple local and federal law enforcement agencies, more than a dozen individuals were apprehended. The Boynton Beach Police Department (BBPD) revealed the existence of this joint operation last week, but more details about the individuals arrested and charges against them became available. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement posted 11 of the suspects' mugshots online Monday afternoon, confirming their alleged involvement in Operation "

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — STORY UPDATE: Fisherman who heard Mica Miller's cry, gunshot upset over social media attacks Leaders at Solid Rock Church filed a police report last week with concerns about an influx of "harassing" messages in the wake of one of its pastor's wife's death. A pastor at Solid Rock Church filed the complaint with Myrtle Beach Police Dept. on May 1 regarding a slew of social media posts and messages directed at the church following 30-year-old Mica Miller's passing.

ELK COUNTY, Pa — Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro announced the arrests of 13 individuals on Thursday who were part of a major drug trafficking ring in Elk and Erie counties. Authorities say the individuals were trafficking heroin, fentanyl and methamphetamine. “While we lose 14 Pennsylvanians a day to drug overdoses, these individuals peddled poisons into our communities with total disregard for the consequences,” said Attorney General Shapiro. “We’re committed to shutting down these dangerous, illegal trafficking operations, keeping Pennsylvania neighborhoods safe, and saving lives.

BELLEFONTE, Pa. (WJAC) — History has shown times of crisis can lead to creative ways to help others. In recent weeks, we've seen several manufacturing operations switching gears to produce goods that are in high demand and short supply. Big Spring Spirits in Bellefonte is known for its ready to drink craft cocktails and spirits, but in recent days they've added a new mix here: a recipe for hand sanitizer.

ADAMS COUNTY, Pa. — On March 21, Devil's Den in Gettysburg will close for rehabilitation lasting around 5 or 6 months, according to the Gettysburg National Military Park. The rehabilitation will focus on the erosion of walkways, as well as safety concerns created from unauthorized social trails, according to the Gettysburg National Military Park. The park says other concentrations of the rehabilitation will be to reestablish, preserve, and protect features of Devil's Den.

WASHINGTON (AP) — He once said he would take a bullet for Donald Trump. Now Michael Cohen is prosecutors' biggest piece of legal ammunition in the former president's hush money trial. But if Trump's fixer-turned-foe is poised to offer jurors this week an insider's view of the dealings at the heart of prosecutors' case, he also is as challenging a star witness as they come. There is his tortured history with Trump, for whom he served as personal attorney and problem-zapper until his practices came under federal investigation.

ALVERTON, Pa. (AP) — A man operating a snow blower was struck and killed by a pickup truck in western Pennsylvania over the weekend, authorities said. The Westmoreland County coroner’s office said the pickup failed to negotiate a left curve on an East Huntingdon Township road at about 11:15 a.m. Saturday. The truck went to the west side of the street and struck 49-year-old Brian Hyde, who was operating a snow blower, officials said.

LOGAN TWP., Pa. (WJAC) — According to police, one person is dead following a head-on collision on Colonel Drake Highway near Ashville on Wednesday. According to the Logan Township Police Department, they were dispatched to the scene about half a mile south of Skyline Dr. around 4:30 p.m. According to authorities, the two-vehicle crash involved a Ford truck and a Dodge Grand Caravan. Police reported the truck was on fire and the driver was lifeflighted to Pittsubrgh with severe burns.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration said Friday that Israel's use of U.S.-provided weapons in Gaza likely violated international humanitarian law but wartime conditions prevented U.S. officials from determining that for certain in specific airstrikes. The administration's finding of "reasonable" evidence to conclude that its ally had breached international law in itsconduct of the war in Gaza, released in a summary of a report being delivered to Congress on Friday, represents the strongest such statement from Biden officials.

WASHINGTON (TND) — Miss Teen USA 2023 UmaSofia Srivastava announced Wednesday that she will be resigning from the role only two days after Miss USA Noelia Voigt gave up her crown. She shared her decision in an Instagram post and explained that her "personal values no longer fully align with the direction of the organization." "After months of grappling with the decision, I have made the choice to resign from the title of Miss Teen USA 2023,"

University Park, PA (WJAC) — A homeless man is behind bars in Centre County after he allegedly exposed himself to a woman at a Penn State library. Police say on Wednesday night, 35-year-old Brandon Taylor allegedly watched pornographic material on a computer at the Pattee Library. Police say Taylor then reportedly exposed himself to a woman and asked multiple times for her to perform a sex act on him. Police say Taylor is also a registered sex offender in New Hampshire and that he failed to notify authorities that he is in Pennsylvania.

Pride Month, the worldwide celebration of LGBTQ+ culture and rights, kicks off Saturday with events around the globe. But this year's festivities in the U.S. will unfold against a backdrop of dozens of new state laws targeting LGBTQ+ rights, particularly transgender young people. Here are things to know about the celebrations and the politics around them. WHY IS JUNE PRIDE MONTH? The monthlong global celebration began with Gay Pride Week in late June 1970, a public celebration that marked the first anniversary of the violent police raid at New York's Stonewall Inn, a gay bar.

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2nd UPDATE | Cambria Co., PA (WJAC) — Cambria County coroner Jeff Lees has identified the victims of Tuesday's murder-suicide in Cambria Township. Lees says 59-year-old Richard Baker reportedly shot and killed 47-year-old Jennifer R. Emerson before turning the gun on himself. Investigators say both victims died from single gunshot wounds to the head. Authorities say their bodies were discovered on the porch of a residence along 5th Street in the Colver area.

BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Authorities in Blair County say a former corrections officer is behind bars following an investigation into allegations that he had sexually abused a teenage girl. Police say in late January, the victim disclosed that she had reportedly been in a "sexual relationship" with a corrections officer at the Blair County Prison. Investigators say the man was later identified as 24-year-old John Mollica, of Roaring Spring.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (TND) — A former Boston Red Sox pitcher was arrested in Florida Monday as part of an underage sex sting, according to authorities. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office identified 33-year-old Austin Maddox as one of 27 people arrested in "Operation Valiant Knight." They are accused of soliciting sex over the internet from people who they believed were children, officials said. Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said during a news conference that Maddox "

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Philadelphia will be under curfew again for a fifth straight night, as Gov. Tom Wolf marched in Harrisburg with demonstrators protesting police violence against black people and racial injustice following the killing of George Floyd. Wolf, with officials from Harrisburg, marched from the Capitol steps to a community center and museum parking lot about a mile away as demonstrators chanted. Demonstrations on Tuesday night and elsewhere around Pennsylvania were largely peaceful, unlike the previous few nights.

HOLLIDAYSBURG -- Blair County Commissioners elaborated further on their decision to remove acting Sheriff Sam McClure from office Tuesday. According to a news release from the commissioners' office, the investigation stemmed from McClure admitting to kissing a county employee. Commissioners said the results of the investigation "merited" his removal. The statement said that to avoid costly ongoing litigation, commissioners decided to contact Gov. Tom Wolf to request that nominee for sheriff position be made before the 90-day period after the January retirement of Sheriff Mitchell Cooper.

ALTOONA, Pa. (WJAC) – Gwen Fisher, Pennsylvania CareerLink’s site administrator for Bedford and Blair Counties said prior to the pandemic many counties in the commonwealth were enjoying some of the lowest unemployment numbers in decades. “We had historically low unemployment rates and we headed into the spring around 5% and 6% for both Blair and Bedford County.” Fisher said unemployment numbers skyrocketed when businesses started closing due to the Coronavirus.

Reade Township, PA (WJAC) — According to 911 dispatchers in Cambria County, crews are currently on scene of a house fire in Reade Township. Officials say the fire broke out at a home along the 100 block of Lidwell Road, in Fallentimber. Authorities have not provided any further details about the incident and it is unclear, at this time, if there are any injuries. 6 News has a crew heading to the scene so stay with us online and on-air for further updates.

Authorities say an investigation is underway after 26 barges broke loose on the Ohio River Friday night. Officials say it happened just before 11:30 p.m., and involved barges owned or operated by Campbell Transportation Company. Police say 23 of the barges were loaded with dry cargo, and none of the 26 contained hazardous materials. So far, no injuries have been reported, but a marina sustained extensive damage. Of the barges that broke loose, 11 are pinned against the bank by Brunot Island and are being held by a tugboat.

Johnstown Shade Panthers | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking NewsWed, 05 Jun 2024 09:53:43 GMT (1717581223989) Section - News3 v1.0.0 (common) 85a848d002b3a7f7785bfb6376ad1dbb5836f767 SHADE PANTHERS hace 3 años H.S. Roundup 3-5: six local playoff games featured FridayJOHNSTOWN -- Friday night had playoff basketball games spread across districts five and six. In the District 6-AA girls semifinals, Bishop McCort fell to United, and Penns manor topped Southern Huntingdon. In the District 5-AA match-up, Conemaugh Township held off.

BEDFORD, Pa. - The Pennsylvania Turnpike will be closed in both directions from Bedford Exit 146 to Breezewood Exit 161 from 11:30 p.m. Saturday until 5 a.m. Sunday. The closure is for crews to safely remove the bridge that carries traffic on Hazelette Street at mile marker 154.5 in West Providence Township. The following detours are in place: Eastbound traffic exiting the Turnpike at the Bedford Interchange will be given this suggested detour:

AUSTIN, Texas (WOAI) — The filmmakers behind “Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves,” which had its world premiere on the opening night of South By Southwest last Friday, clearly understand how popular the fantasy genre is right now. From “The Lord of the Rings” to “Game of Thrones” to “House of the Dragon,” shows with, well, dragons are a surefire crowd-pleaser. But one thing those movies and TV shows are notably missing is humor.

WINDBER, Pa (WJAC) — Authorities in Windber Borough say a local man is facing charges following an alleged incident of harassment over the weekend. Police say around 9 a.m. Saturday, officers were dispatched to the 1300 block of Somerset Avenue for a reported indecent assault. According to the affidavit, police say the victim was out walking her dog when she allegedly noticed a male, in close proximity, who was "making her feel uneasy.

CAMBRIA TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WJAC) - Numerous emergency crews are on the scene of a plane crash in the Ebensburg area, according to officials on scene. Crews responded to a Cessna down around 1:30 p.m. A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) official said Sunday that the plane was a Piper PA-34 aircraft and that it crashed one mile north of Ebensburg Airport around 1:45 p.m. Saturday with four people on board. It happened near Beulah and Allie Buck Roads near the Wastewater Treatment Plant and Ebensburg Airport.

BEIRUT (AP) — Hamas said Thursday that it was sending a delegation to Egypt forfurther cease-fire talks, in a new sign of progress in attempts by international mediators to hammer out an agreement between Israel and the militant group to end the war in Gaza. After months of stop-and-start negotiations, the cease-fire efforts appear to have reached a critical stage, with Egyptian and American mediators reporting signs of compromise in recent days.

SOMERSET, Pa. (WJAC) — It was a lucky day for dozens of dogs who were rescued from a kill shelter and brought to our region at a chance of finding a new home. The Humane Society from Somerset County recently rescued 32 dogs from a high intake shelter. “These dogs came from high kill shelters and were at risk at euthanasia, so we helped the shelters by taking them, said shelter manager, Nancy Dantzig.

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Nicki Minaj's concert in Manchester scheduled for Saturday night was postponed after police in the Netherlands discovered marijuana in her bags as she was preparing to leave the country. Promoter Live Nation said the performance will be rescheduled and tickets will be honored. Despite Nicki's best efforts to explore every possible avenue to make tonight's show happen, the events of today have made it impossible," the promoter said in a statement.

JOHNSTOWN -- On Wednesday evening, a Johnstown staple of over 100 years announced it was cutting back publishing to 5-days-a-week. The Tribune Democrat will now publish on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The local publication cited the virus crisis and the strain it has put on advertising dollars as the justification for a switch in which there is no paper produced on Tuesday and Sunday. The Tribune Democrat released a statement on its website saying, Discontinuing two print days will allow us to focus our resources on printing more local news on the other five days.

(KRNV) — Forget inflation; there's a new buzzword in town: tipflation. It's the sneaky trend where tipping norms creep up, leaving both customers and businesses scratching their heads. So, what's the deal with tipflation? Well, tipping was a little bonus for exceptional service, right? But now, it's like an unwritten rule that you have to tip and tip big, no matter where you are or what service you're getting. The constant requests from tips is now resulting in customer backlash.

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Thursday was the last day of the Aerium Summit at the John Murtha Johnstown-Cambria County Airport, which featured Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis speaking at the event. Lt. Gov. Davis is also the chair of the Pennsylvania chapter of the Aerospace States Association. Davis says he wants to support growing industries in the Commonwealth, like aerospace and aviation, to compete with nearby states like Ohio and West Virginia.

VILLA RICA, Ga. (AP) — Three Georgia police officers were shot and wounded as they pursued two brothers from Alabama in a high-speed chase that ended early Monday with one brother shot and killed and the other in custody, authorities said. A Georgia State Patrol trooper clocked a Nissan Sentra going 111 mph (179 kph) on Interstate 20 and initiated a traffic stop around 3:30 a.m., Georgia State Patrol Capt. Brandon Dawson said.

ALTOONA -- Archway Ministries in Altoona is closed this week with a "condemned" sign on the door. The church's food bank serves more than 100 people monthly, but pastor and building owner Louis Grillo said that service is put on hold. During an inspection, officers found evidence of rats and mice throughout the building and food pantry, according to City Code Enforcement Director Rebecca Brown. "There is an infestation problem," she said.

Some legislators in the Pennsylvania Senate are trying to put a stop to the practice of day light saving. Daylight saving time was first enacted as a legal requirement by the Uniform Time Act of 1966. Motivated by transportation improvements and arguments about energy saving– according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Since then, studies by the National Bureau of Economic Research have shown the opposite. We spoke with PA state senator Cris Dush (R-25) about senate resolution 65 which aims to make daylight saving time permanent.

SOMERSET, Pa. - Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission addressed the current status of the dam atHigh Point Lake and said residents should remain on high alert. Officials said water is slowly draining from the dam and is expected to drop 12 to 15 feet in the next two weeks. Officials said there was a malfunction with the intake of the dam, leading to too much water running through a pipe under the dam.

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — South Carolina women's basketball legend A'ja Wilson, a two-time WNBA MVP, is adding another accolade to her already long list of accomplishments. On Saturday, before her return to Colonial Life Arena, Wilson announcing she will release a signature shoe with Nike. Wilson's Nike A'ONE shoes will release in 2025. Wilson arrived to Colonial Life Arena with a shirt saying "Of course I have a shoe dot com.

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DENVER (TND) — Denver city leaders approved a $4 million purchase agreement Monday to acquire a former gymnasium building which it is currently using to shelter migrants. Denver Community Church previously owned the building and a nearby vacant lot, both of which were acquired by the council through the purchase. The city had been temporarily leasing the property since 2023 and using it as a group shelter for migrant families.

JOHNSTOWN -- For many years, the College Football Playoff was something that was longed for among the sporting world. College football fans rejoiced when the NCAA finally authorized the first playoff before the 2014 season, which culminated in Ohio State defeating Oregon to lay claim to the National Championship. Back in 1967, Duffy Daugherty envisioned a playoff system and talked about its benefits to college football as a whole. In an interview with Bill Wilson, the storied Michigan State head coach discussed a system that finally came to fruition, nearly 5 decades later.

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — The Ideal Market in downtown Johnstown will soon be closing its doors. According to a press release sent to 6 News Friday, the Ideal Market on Walnut Street near the War Memorial will close this summer. The release states that the Ideal Markets in Geistown, Seward, Vinco and Homer City will not be impacted. “The business climate in the downtown area has changed significantly in recent years,” explained owner Dave Mihalick.

A Michigan man whose license was suspended stunned a judge -- and everyone else in court -- when he was seen behind the wheel of a car during a Zoom call. In the footage, Hon. Judge Cedric Simpson can't believe his eyes as the defendant, Corey Harris, joins the video call while driving. Mr. Harris, are you driving?" Simpson asks.Actually, I"m pulling into my doctor's office, actually.” Harris says. "So, just give me one second.

Tesla has been widely known for having the most convenient fast charging networks in the world of electric cars. It's been so successful that some have even referred to it as Tesla's "moat" against competition. For Model 3 owners, however, who make up the bulk of Tesla drivers, it has been all they have access to. This week, Tesla released a long-awaited adapter to allow Model 3 owners to plug their cars into CHAdeMO chargers on other networks, and Tesla fans—and especially Model 3 drivers—are celebrating.

AUBURN, Wash. — Two people were injured after gunfire erupted near Isaac Evans Park in Auburn Sunday evening. Video shared with KOMO News from a nearby baseball game shows several players and their families who were taking part in a tournament in nearby Brannan Park running for cover as they heard several gunshots. In the video, over 30 shots can be heard in the background as people at the game react and run for cover.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — A Johnstown man has been charged after sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl, according to police. Johnstown police say officers received a tip in June of 2020 from Cambria County Children and Youth that 57-year-old Kenneth Stanford had assaulted the girl. Investigators say they spoke with the child who told them she was having sexual relations with Stanford and she had first met him while she was out for a walk.

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Now that Christmas has passed, it's time to take down the tree and make those new year resolutions. But you might want to think twice before you put your tree on the curb for pickup. Dozens of Christmas trees are piled high at Trinity Farms Center for Healing to be recycled, but not in the usual way. For some four-legged friends on the farm, the best Christmas gift isn't found under the tree.

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Love it or hate it, there's no denying that Valentine's Day is big business. This holds especially true for candy stores. Valentines will spend quite a bit of money to show their love on this special day. According to the National Retail Federation, shoppers will spend more than $20.7 billion for the sake of love each year...and $1.8 billion of that will be spent on candy alone. Gardners Candies Manager Sheri Harrison told 6 News, "

SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — Welcome to the first weekend of May. As a friendly reminder, Mother's Day is May 12 in the USA and is fast approaching. I'll try to put up some gift options this weekend (but a Star Wars guide for May the 4th will come first). If you're thinking of heading out to theaters, your new option is "The Fall Guy," a fantastic action film with a bit of humor and romance from "

WASHINGTON (TND) — Comedian Bill Maher condemned anti-Israel protesters in a segment of his show “Real Time with Bill Maher” Friday, accusing them of ignoring a “gender apartheid" in the Middle East. Apartheid, a word originating in South Africa that is used to characterize racial discrimination in a legal system, has become a major buzz word among Palestine supporters. These individuals, Maher said, overlook other forms of discrimination in their pursuit of racial equality.

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JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — The Johnstown Redevelopment Authority announced that Hanging Gardens LLC has purchased the building they had been renting. The property sits at 108 Iron Street in Johnstown. Hanging Gardens entered into a lease agreement with the authority for the same location in 2018, but the authority had owned the property since 2004. The sale was finalized on Friday. It will allow for the expansion of Hanging Gardens and will put the property back into taxation.

SOUTH FORK, Pa. (WJAC) -- We're just days away from the 129th anniversary of the Johnstown Flood of 1889. And all this week, the Park Service is hosting a series of special programs and tours to help people understand how the flood happened and its impact. "The club used this building for however much of the '87 season that there was once the building was done, and then the '88 season and that was it, because the '89 season at the top of the flood,"

Steelers place WR Washington, RB Samuels on COVID-19 reserve list; release 8 playersWed, 05 Jun 2024 08:15:12 GMT (1717575312803) Gallery - News3 v1.0.0 (common) 85a848d002b3a7f7785bfb6376ad1dbb5836f767 Fallback Presentation. Using deprecated PresentationRouter. ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ6OlvLPA0miaqKakmru1e8aao6Wdoq58tMDEnqOeqqNiva2twp5ksKpdrK60tMinnq2nnmK%2Fo3nSmqSunZyoerC6jJymr6GUYn56edGeqp6qppp6rbXSrWSrnZyarrSxjHFkqaSRrrKzvw%3D%3D

WISCONSIN (TND) — Wildfire smoke from Canada has reached the United States and an air quality advisory has been issued for multiple states. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) issued an air quality advisory in nearly 60 counties and warned the entire state could be impacted by smoke Monday. Some portions of the state may increase to an unhealthy air quality level. The full advisory from the DNR states:

Johnstown Penn Cambria Panthers | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking NewsWed, 05 Jun 2024 08:55:12 GMT (1717577712719) Section - News3 v1.0.0 (common) 85a848d002b3a7f7785bfb6376ad1dbb5836f767 PENN CAMBRIA PANTHERS hace 3 años Tuesday busy with District 6 baseballALTOONA -- Tuesday featured four district championship games at Altoona's PNG Field. In Class-AAAA, Bellefonte raced past Penn Cambria 12-3. In Class-AA, Southern Huntingdon rallied past Mount Union 3-2. In Class-AAAAAA, Mifflin County held off State College 4-3.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Community members in Cambria County came together for a 75-mile motorcycle awareness bike run Saturday. The money raised benefited the families of two young adults, one fatally and one critically injured, while on a motorcycle ride back in July. There were five stops throughout the run, before it wrapped back up at Slammin Sam's for a dinner buffet, basket party and live music. The event was hosted by the Chrome Angelz Steele Vengeance Ladies RC, which is a nonprofit organization, that helps uplift people in need in the community.

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (CITC) — A North Carolina high school student is facing three misdemeanor charges after a video of him repeatedly slapping a teacher went viral online. The video shared to social media this week shows the student, who attends Parkland High School in Winston-Salem, engaged in a heated conversation with a teacher in a classroom. The student can be seen striking the teacher once before stepping back to gasps from classmates.

(TCS) — Part-time workers for the state of North Carolina would be able participate in North Carolina’s 401(k) retirement savings plan under a bill that passed the House of Representatives this week and is now pending in the Senate. The legislation was one of three bills pending in the Legislature related to state retirement benefits and could make it easier for the state to recruit part-time workers, state treasurer Dale Folwell told The Center Square.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A person fell from the stands and died during Sunday's graduation ceremony at Ohio State University. The person who died has not been identified. It's also not known if that person was an OSU student. A statement from OSU read: "We are aware of an incident at the stadium during today’s commencement. An individual fell from the stands. They are deceased. We have no additional details to share at this time.

CHICAGO (TND) — Steve Albini, the idiosyncratic producer and engineer who recorded era-defining alternative 90s rock albums by the likes of Nirvana, the Pixies, and P.J. Harvey, has died. He was 61 years old. Albini, who also performed as a punk rock musician in the noise and post-punk bands Big Black, which he fronted, and Shellac, died of a heart attack, the staff of his recording studio, Electric Audio, confirmed to Pitchfork.

GREENE COUNTY, Pa. — A body discovered in the Wisecarver Run Reservoir in Greene County Sunday morning was identified as an individual who was reported missing by his family, state police say. According to a press release, Shane Phillips was originally reported missing by his family after he went out on a fishing trip May 18. State police say his truck was located at the reservoir unattended as well as his kayak that was floating in the water.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — The Cambria County Library in downtown Johnstown is changing its hours so that it will be open later. Library officials say starting Jan. 2, the library will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. According to its website, the library currently closes at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays. ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ56axLR7y6iamqRfmK6urtGimGabn6q7tcWMpaCbqpGnxm6x162cp5yjYrWwwdGs

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Officials are hoping a new air filtration system at the Cambria County Prison will help save tax payers money. The county recently taking advantage of a grant to install a level five bio-grade security health system. Cambria County is only one of four in the state taking advantage so far, according to county leaders. The system will be installed by Germ Solutions USA. It's supposed to mitigate airborne and surface pathogens throughout the facility.

HOWELL, Mich. (AP) — A Michigan judge sentenced the former executive of a specialty pharmacy to at least 10 years in prison Friday for the deaths of 11 people who were injected with tainted pain medication, part of a meningitis outbreak that affected hundreds across the U.S. in 2012. Barry Cadden's sentence for involuntary manslaughter will be served at the same time as his current 14 1/2-year federal sentence for crimes tied to the outbreak.

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HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania will join the majority of states that ban motorists from handling a cell phone for almost any purpose while driving, as backers of the legislation hope to reduce distracted driving accidents and deaths after nearly two decades of pressing the measure. Gov. Josh Shapiro's office said Thursday that the Democrat will sign the bill, 18 years after he first introduced a similar bill when he served in the state House of Representatives.

1936 Johnstown Flood remembered on 80th anniversaryWed, 05 Jun 2024 09:24:40 GMT (1717579480814) Gallery - News3 v1.0.0 (common) 85a848d002b3a7f7785bfb6376ad1dbb5836f767 Fallback Presentation. Using deprecated PresentationRouter. ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ56axLR7y6iamqRfnK6tuMSrsGhpaWiDbrbOoaWsrJ%2Bsu26yy6imnWWimrqmucGeqZ6cXaS7boSPrZ9mmZ6jtrex0ayYq7E%3D

Somerset Co., PA (WJAC) — People gathered in Somerset County Monday for the groundbreaking of a rehabilitation facility expansion. Ceremonial shovels hit dirt on the UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Twin Lakes campus. Through state grants and charitable contributions, the healthcare provider is expanding its current facility to allow for 20 additional residents to be able to seek residential treatment for substance abuse disorder. "This is a beautiful setting to bring people in who are troubled, who are having concerns, who want to get better, who want to improve, who want to recover.

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, Pa. - It's a project that's been years in the making, and now, the natural gas power plant in Cambria County is starting to take shape. Construction of the Fairview Energy Center along Route 2-71 is ahead of schedule, about 30 percent complete. The gas line and 8-mile water line is almost finished and in place, and the major big pieces of equipment are on the site. The vice president of Competitive Power Ventures, Mike Resca, said there are well over 400 workers on the site each day.

May 31 was the 129th anniversary of the Johnstown flood of 1889, which killed more than 2,000 people. Every year, the Johnstown National Flood Memorial remembers the people who lost their lives in the flood. On May 31, 1889 at 4:07 pm a wall of water hit Johnstown killing thousands. “Today we honor, we remember. Says, Park Ranger Nathan Koozer, “But we also celebrate in a way, for the way, that the people responded to the disaster both in the moment and in the immediate aftermath as well.

The mother of a toddler who police found clinging to life in a filthy Ohio apartment was found guilty on multiple charges in connection to the case, according to online records. Court documents show Rabyah Muballigh appeared in court Thursday and pleaded no contest. The plea means she a plea she neither admitted to nor disputed the charges and serves as an alternative to pleading guilty or not guilty. Muballigh was previously indicted by a grand jury on felony assault and child endangerment.

OSCEOLA MILLS -- Clearfield District Attorney Bill Shaw said the suspect in a double homicide in Clearfield County has been found dead. Shaw said the body of 26-year-old Cody Bush was found near Route 53 in Ashland. Shaw said it appeared he died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Bill Shaw said state police were called to a home on Curtin Street in Osceola Mills Friday morning for a domestic incident involving gunshots.

EFFINGHAM, Ill. (WICS/WCCU) — A five-year-old who was hurt at the Effingham County Fair in Illinois has died, according to officials. The Effingham County coroner identified the child as Harper Finn. The coroner said the girl passed away at St. Louis Children's Hospital on Wednesday night. While at the county fair Sunday afternoon, authorities said a horse-racing pace car driven by Jerry W. Young, of Jackson, Miss., hit Finn with an extended starting gate while passing the grandstand.

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Close to half the inmates from the Huntingdon County Prison who were recently transferred to the Centre County Jail have tested positive for COVID-19. That’s according to the latest report from the Centre County lockup. Seventeen inmates from Huntingdon County tested positive for COVID-19. They were recently transferred after a coronavirus outbreak at the Huntingdon County Jail. Centre County officials say those inmates who tested positive were essentially quarantined after being placed in a separate section of the prison.

Johnstown North Star Cougars | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking NewsWed, 05 Jun 2024 07:52:16 GMT (1717573936967) Section - News3 v1.0.0 (common) 85a848d002b3a7f7785bfb6376ad1dbb5836f767 NORTH STAR COUGARS hace 3 años H.S. Roundup 2-26: six basketball games featured FridayJOHNSTOWN -- Friday's local slate was lighter than the previous two weeks have been. In boys' action, Richland topped Hollidaysburg in non-conference play, Central defeated Bellefonte, State College fell to Chambersburg, and Turkeyfoot Valley defeated Conemaugh Valley on the road.

Johnstown Northern Bedford Panthers | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking NewsWed, 05 Jun 2024 07:15:39 GMT (1717571739253) Section - News3 v1.0.0 (common) 85a848d002b3a7f7785bfb6376ad1dbb5836f767 NORTHERN BEDFORD PANTHERS hace 3 años H.S. Roundup 3-5: six local playoff games featured FridayJOHNSTOWN -- Friday night had playoff basketball games spread across districts five and six. In the District 6-AA girls semifinals, Bishop McCort fell to United, and Penns manor topped Southern Huntingdon. In the District 5-AA match-up, Conemaugh Township held off.

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers’ latest one-and-done playoff appearance is raising questions about Mike Tomlin’s future. The NFL’s longest tenured coach was in no mood to talk about it Monday night. Tomlin walked off the podium at his postgame news conference following a 31-17 loss to the Buffalo Bills when a reporter began with, “Mike, you have a year left on your contract.” The abrupt exit only heightened speculation about what’s next for Tomlin and the Steelers.

KILLEEN, Texas (KEYE) — Cameron Chamberlain, the wife of missing Army Specialist Craig Chamberlain, has died, according to reports. KWTX said officials on post confirmed the death on Thursday. The III Armored Corps said it is “deeply saddened” to hear of her death and sent its “deepest condolences to the family and friends of Cameron Chamberlain.” The cause of her death has not yet been released. KEYE spoke to Cameron just last week about the disappearance of her husband who was last seen leaving his home in Killeen on May 15.

BELLFONTE, Pa. (WJAC) — The Bellfonte Area School District announced the temporary closure of Benner Elementary School due to poor air quality in the building. School officials posted on their Facebook page that the school will be closed on Monday. They did not say when students would be able to return to the building. Officials said they will keep the public updated on the situation while they continue cleaning and testing the air quality.

Altoona, PA (WJAC) — Authorities in Blair County say an Altoona man has been charged with arson after he allegedly admitted to nearly burning down his own home while trying to kill spiders with a small butane torch. Police say fire crews were dispatched to the reported house fire, located along the 1400 block of Logan Blvd., around 7 p.m. Thursday. Authorities say the caller, identified as 42-year-old Joshua Jenkins, claimed that his home was "

BELLEFONTE, Pa (WJAC) — An annual Centre County event will return in June after the pandemic forced it to be canceled last year. The Historic Bellefonte Cruise will be held Father's Day weekend in downtown Bellefonte. Borough council members voted to tentatively allow the event to run on June 18th and 19th. The cruise usually draws thousands of classic car enthusiasts, but current outdoor gathering restrictions cap events at 250 people, so limits will have to change for the event to be a complete success.

Auburn running back Brian Battie has been hospitalized following a weekend shooting in Florida, where his brother was killed and three others were hurt. The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office said they responded to a strip mall at about 3:30 a.m. Saturday, finding a large crowd and multiple people who were shot in the parking lot. The office said in a statement that Tommie L. Battie IV was pronounced dead at the scene.

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A man has been arrested after a five-day investigation into the death of a pregnant Amish woman in Crawford County earlier this week, state police said. According to a press release, state police were notified of a deceased female at a home on Fish Flats Road in Sparta Township around 12:30 p.m. Monday afternoon and the death was investigated as a homicide. State police announced that Shawn Cranston, 52, had been identified and taken into custody Saturday morning.

Cambria Co., PA (WJAC) — According to Cambria County dispatchers, nearly a dozen area fire crews responded to a house fire in Portage Township Tuesday morning. 911 officials say crews were dispatched to the home, located along the 400 block of Johnson Ave., around 10:30 a.m. Crews from Portage, Beaverdale, Keystone Regional, Summerhill, Adams, Ashville, Gallitzin, Blue Knob and Forest Hills fire departments were all dispatched to the scene, as well as Portage EMS and state police.

CLEARFIELD - A new Penn Highlands Health Care facility is coming to Clearfield County. Lawrence Township Supervisors approved the plans for a walk-in medical clinic called Q-Care, which can be used by patients anytime without an appointment. The plans are to expand the former Northwest Savings Bank on River Road in Clearfield, across from the Big Lots Plaza. The existing building will be renovated and a new addition will be built to create the medical office.

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jake Guentzel's arrival in the NHL seven years ago helped propel the Pittsburgh Penguins to the franchise's fifth Stanley Cup. The Carolina Hurricanes are wagering the gifted goal scorer can do the same a little further south. The Penguins traded the high-scoring forward to the Hurricanes on Thursday night in exchange for forward Michael Bunting, prospects Ville Koivunen, Vasili Ponomarev and Cruz Lucius and conditional first- and fifth-round picks in this year's draft.

SPRING TOWNSHIP - A Pleasant Gap man faces numerous charges after he was accused of breaking into a Spring Township home Sunday morning. Ryan Harter faces charges of burglary, felony criminal trespassing, simple assault, strangulation and making terroristic threats. According to an affidavit, a woman called police after she heard someone pounding on her door. When officers arrived on Lingwood Court, they saw a door open at a different residence.

DAY 2 AFTERNOON UPDATE #2 |JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Following a brief recess, the jury heard testimony from two more members of law enforcement, who testified to Giles' alleged behavior after his wife was reported missing. Former JPD officer Amber Noel took the stand and detailed an interview conducted with Giles on Nov. 1, 2018. Noel testified that Giles was "cooperative" during the interview and reportedly stated that he did not know where his wife was at the time.

The following is an editorial by Armstrong Williams. American college campuses have been permeated by corrupted college professors who themselves corrupt students. Without a doubt, college professors are the most dangerous people in America. They’re not dangerous because they challenge the status quo, or because they encourage their students to think critically. On the contrary, they are dangerous because they encourage impressionable young college students to adhere to the doctrines of the professors they choose without giving them the chance to meaningfully challenge those doctrines.

EL PASO, Texas (KFOX) — An inmate was found murdered in his cell at a Texas jail. Jesus Torres, 57, was found unresponsive inside his cell at the at the El Paso County Jail Annex Monday night, according to an officials with the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. Medical staff immediately responded to provide medical aid but the inmate was already dead. The El Paso County Sheriff's Office Major Crime Unit and Texas Rangers began an investigation.

ALTOONA, Pa. (WJAC) — DelGrosso's Park is opening this Sunday. Rides will be free for two hours to celebrate opening day. That begins at 11 a.m. The park will be open on weekends and Memorial Day for the month of May. The director of marketing says they hope this year is another great year for the park. "We're just excited, again, 72nd year, it's truly a heritage and a legacy so we're excited to continue that for this summer,” said Amy Mearkle.

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Blair Co., PA (WJAC) — Altoona police say one man is in custody following a shots fired incident at a Blair County bar Thursday evening. Police say just before 8 p.m. Thursday, officers were dispatched to Andy's Bar, located along 4th Street in Altoona, for reports of shots being fired. Upon further investigation, police learned that two patrons had reportedly been involved in a verbal altercation, both inside and outside the bar.

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. (AP) — Rapper and singer Sean Kingston on Tuesday waived his right to fight extradition in a California court and agreed to be turned over to authorities in Florida, where he and his mother are charged with committing more than a million dollars worth of fraud. Kingston, 34, did not make a public court appearance but signed papers agreeing to skip extradition hearings, representatives from San Bernardino courts and sheriff told The Associated Press.

Jonesboro, Arkansas — Two Arkansas police officers responded to a call on Monday that they haven't been trained for. According to a Facebook post from the Jonesboro Police Department, a local resident called for help to remove a chicken sitting on her front porch. Officer Nathan Swindle - a new recruit - and his field training officer Maurice Kinnard were dispatched to the area to apprehend the trespasser. While Officer Swindle went on a wild chase, Officer Kinnard kept a watchful eye on the situation to make sure the fugitive fowl didn't escape again.

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WJAC) — As COVID-19 cases are spiking nationwide and in most of our region, in Centre County, it's been bit of a different story. When the county paid close to $250,000 to open a free COVID-19 testing center at the Nittany Mall last week, it was expected about 300 people a day would be tested. So far, that’s not the case, not even close, as the daily testing average has been about 125 people.

NEW YORK (AP) — — Dabney Coleman, the mustachioed character actor who specialized in smarmy villains like the chauvinist boss in "9 to 5" and the nasty TV director in "Tootsie," has died. He was 92. Coleman died Thursday, his daughter, Quincy Coleman, told The Hollywood Reporter. No other details were immediately available. "The great Dabney Coleman literally created, or defined, really — in a uniquely singular way — an archetype as a character actor.

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Authorities in Cambria County say a Johnstown man is jailed following an investigation into allegations that he sexually assaulted a woman in the basement of a local apartment. Police say in late April, officers with the Stonycreek Township police department were contacted to investigate an alleged sexual assault at an apartment building along Emilio Street. Investigators say the victim told police that she reportedly met the suspect, later identified as 20-year-old Raemil Morris, on Facebook.

DUBOIS, Pa. - Clearfield County's first medical marijuana dispensary opened its doors Monday in DuBois. Grassroots Cannabis, an Illinois-based medical cannabis company with licensed business operations in six states and growing, opened a new Herbology medical cannabis dispensary on South Brady Street. More than 40 patients stopped by the dispensary Monday. The company’s Herbology medical cannabis dispensaries serve patients with cannabis products, including flower, ingestible and topicals, cannabidiol (CBD) products, concentrates, oil vape cartridges and disposable vape pens.

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University Park, PA (WJAC) — COVID cases have been on the rise across the country as summer comes to an end. As the school year starts again, it is important to know what diseases are considered the biggest threat. Multiple Penn State students and faculty members said that they are hoping that this rise in cases is not here to stay as the university returned to classes on Monday. State College is a crowded place during the school year, making it an easy place for diseases to spread.

Bedford County, PA — Local airport leaders say there have been 4 main airports for Bedford county in the past century. The current one reaching its 30-year-milestone, with a celebration on Thursday. “Thirty years under our belt means thirty more ahead. We’ve got the space. We got the track record. We got the history now, to say we can do it here in Bedford.” says C.F.O. for Bun Air Corporation, Jennifer DeLong.

CENTRAL CITY, Pa. (WJAC) — A Somerset County Church is hosting a chili cook-off Sunday to help those in need. Sam Childers, also known as the machine gun preacher, is the guest speaker and says the cook-off is being held at "3 C’s Church" in Central City. He stresses that anyone can enter, but you don’t have to make chili to come enjoy a free meal. Childers says the purpose of the event is to give people hope and get them excited following the difficulties of the last two years.

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Caitlin Clark walked into her new home arena Thursday night with No. 22 shirts and jerseys peppered from floor to ceiling. She left the building as a first-time WNBA winner. A late-arriving but louder-than-usual crowd roared during her official introduction to Fever fans and again when Clark made her first basket, a layup with 7:00 left in the first quarter. The cheers grew when she completed a three-point play a few minutes later and hit a crescendo when she finally made a long 3-pointer from the edge of the fieldhouse logo late in the third quarter.

DUBOIS, Pa (WJAC) — Authorities in Clearfield County say a DuBois man is facing several charges after making multiple threats to kill someone during a standoff at a local motel last month, according to a criminal complaint. Police say Joseph Fleming, 30, is facing charges of making terroristic threats, criminal mischief and hazardous disorderly conduct, according to court documents. The complaint states that on April 30, around 6 p.m., officers were dispatched to the DuBois Manor Motel for reports of a male, identified as Fleming, making threats to kill someone.

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WASHINGTON (TND) — Rep. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., tried to throw a knockout punch Monday against his primary challenger George Latimer, accusing him of promoting racial stereotypes. Latimer, the current Westchester County, N.Y. Executive, is vying for Rep. Bowman’s House seat representing New York’s 16th Congressional District. The debate between the two descended into chaos as the two launched a snarky back-and-forth. He’s an ineffective congressman,” Latimer said of Rep. Bowman during the debate.

Altoona, PA (WJAC) — Authorities with the Altoona Police Department say a report of a burglary led to the discovery of a three-day old corpse inside a Blair County apartment on Wednesday and the arrest of an Altoona man. According to the affidavit, police say officers were called to an apartment building along 8th Ave. after a resident accused her neighbor, 51-year-old Raymond Oechsle Jr., of repeatedly breaking into her apartment and stealing multiple items.

UNDATED (WKRC) - Chick-fil-A's test menu item will come to participating restaurants nationwide. Food influencer Markie Devo posted an image on Instagram, revealing the Maple Pepper Bacon Sandwich, as well as Chick-fil-A's peach milkshake, which will be returning to the menu. "The Chick-fil-A summer menu contains one returning item and one test item going nationwide," Devo wrote on the post. The Maple Pepper Bacon Sandwich is made with the following ingredients, per the post: Flavored brioche bunLemon-herb marinated boneless chicken breastPepper jack cheeseLettuceBacon, hand-tossed in a brown sugar and pepper blendTopped with sweet & spicy pickle chipsThe peach milkshake will return to the menu, alongside the new sandwich.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — The 32nd annual Potato Fest takes place this weekend in Ebensburg. This, even as reports show a shortage on potatoes. 6 News spoke with an official behind the potato fest and a local potato farmer about this - they say were not seeing much of a potato shortage locally and so the Potato Fest in Ebensburg will go on like it has in years past. “This weekend, on Saturday in Ebensburg is our annual Potato Fest,” said Danea Koss, a Community Development Director.

PUTNAM COUNTY, Ga. --- The United States is no stranger to cults. Whether it's Jim Jones' Jonestown, Charles Manson's Family, or the Branch Davidians of Waco, cults have been a fascinating part of American history. Cults have even found their way here to Middle Georgia. To learn about that, you only need to look back as recently as the 1990s and the early 2000s. There, we find Dwight York. York's history in dealing with cults started in New York City.

PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired outfielder Connor Joe from Colorado on Sunday in exchange for pitching prospect Nick Garcia. The 30-year-old Joe hit .238 with seven home runs and 28 RBIs in 111 games with the Rockies. Joe split time between left field, right field, first base and designated hitter for Colorado last season. Joe joins an outfield group that includes All-Star centerfielder Bryan Reynolds, who has asked for a trade, Jack Suwinski, Tucupita Maracano and Miguel Andújar.

Elk County, PA (WJAC) — The annual Chainsaw Carvers Rendezvous kicked off Wednesday in Ridgway. The event runs through Sunday afternoon. Organizers say 90 carvers, from countries around the world, will be making elaborate pieces out of wood for visitors to enjoy. In addition to live carvings, there are craft vendors, food booths, wineries, and breweries, as well as music. New this year is a $5 admission fee for adults, but kids are free.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Thousands of President Donald Trump's supporters gathered in Johnstown Tuesday night to listen to the president make his case for re-election in three weeks. Central Pennsylvania proved to be pivotal for President Trump's election in 2016. Tuesday, he rallied for support for his re-election in 2020 at the John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport. WATCH BELOW:One day after returning to the campaign trail following his coronavirus diagnosis, President Trump made his case for four more years.

University Park, PA (WJAC) — Penn State football's season opening game against West Virginia will be televised on FOX, the university announced Thursday. The game, scheduled for August 31st, will kickoff at noon. The Nittany Lions will also play two other games on FOX this upcoming season, Sept. 7 vs Bowling Green and Sept. 28 vs Illinois. Penn State hosted the Mountaineers early last season, defeating WVU 38-15. ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ6OlvLPA0minnqaeYsC1rdOeZqmrpWKzsLvTm5ilpF2kvaa6xKtkr6tdrMO2edOoZJudXamyrbHVoqqenF2ku26yzrFkrKifp8G0

HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A historical site that experts call one of the most important in the state is in Huntingdon County. Sheep Rock Shelter, located at Raystown Lake, is getting a new review with new technology. "Thousands of years ago, this rock began to form at Sheep Rock Shelter," said Jim Herbstritt of the State Museum of Pennsylvania. Sheep Rock Shelter was first discovered in the 1950s. It's an archaeological discovery that's given residents a peek into live here up to thousands of years ago.

UPMC announced Wednesday that the hospital system is planning to lay off approximately 1,000 employees/positions, citing ongoing "post-pandemic challenges." In a statement, UPMC says that the healthcare industry as a whole continues to be impacted by the "still evolving, post-pandemic marketplace." Officials say the layoffs will likely come in the form of closing open positions or eliminating certain "non-clinical" staff members. "To ensure that UPMC continues to thrive as a leading, successful health care organization, limited reductions are occurring throughout the health system primarily among non-clinical, non-member-facing, administrative staff through attrition, closing of open positions, elimination of redundancies and other actions,"

HACKENSACK, N.J. (STORYFUL) - A woman in New Jersey got the kind of car wash she was not looking for when she hit the accelerator instead of the brakes at a car wash in Hackensack, sending her SUV plunging into the Hackensack River. Footage released by the City of Hackensack Fire Department shows the moment the woman hit the gas pedal at the Spotless car wash, ending up in the river.

Allegheny County police searching for baby boy they say could be in dangerWed, 05 Jun 2024 10:20:36 GMT (1717582836817) Gallery - News3 v1.0.0 (common) 85a848d002b3a7f7785bfb6376ad1dbb5836f767 Fallback Presentation. Using deprecated PresentationRouter. ncG1vNJzZmivmpawtcKNnKamZ56axLR7y6iamqRfnK6tuMSrsGiZnKGyqLTEp7Bmm5%2Bqu7XFjKmmpaGTmnq0scCrmqGhnpx6p7vRZpmamqlir7DFjK2fnrFdqK66ecKorKWcXZeybrHNnZinn5WnsqU%3D

Somerset Co., PA (WJAC) — The fifth annual Laurel Highlands Pour Tour has launched. The tour adds an extra incentive to visit Laurel Highlands distilleries, breweries, and wineries through the passport program. Each establishment puts a sticker on the passport. Then, guests can cash in their sticker collection for Pour Tour collectibles and prizes. "One of the things that I think excites us most is the economic impact that the Pour Tour has had over the past five years.

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Bellefonte, PA (WJAC) — Downtown Bellefonte is getting new artwork. A one-thousand-square-foot mural, located along the 100 block of Allegheny Street, next to the Waffle Shop is nearly complete. The mural was done by "Key Detail," from New York City, who have installed murals across the world. According to Downtown Bellefonte Incorporated, the mural pays tribute to “National Air Mail and Bellefonte’s role in that rich history.” The city also says that the mural will be officially dedicated, in a public ceremony, on June 28th, at the mural unveiling block party downtown.

Week 4 HS football matchupsFriday, Sept. 15th (all 7 pm kickoff) LHAC: Bedford 19 @ Penn Cambria 21 Central 41 @ Bellwood-Antis 20 (FNR) Clearfield 26 @ Bellefonte 7 Forest Hills 31 @ Chestnut Ridge 38 Greater Johnstown 0 @ Central Cambria 20 Huntingdon 20 @ Bishop Guilfoyle 53 Penns Valley Area 43 @ Philipsburg-Osceola 32 Richland 35 @ Bishop McCort-Carroll 16 Tyrone 22 @ Bald Eagle Area 41 Heritage:

CHILI, N.Y. (WHAM) — A tractor-trailer hit two New York State Thruway Authority workers on Interstate 90, killing one and seriously hurting the other, according to police. The workers were in a work zone when they were hit Thursday shortly before 12:30 p.m. Police said a 62-year-old man was killed, while a 58-year-old man was injured and taken to Strong Memorial Hospital in critical condition. Our maintenance employees embody the heart and soul of this organization,"