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Staying safe using fireworks on the 4th of July
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — With the Fourth of July week a few days away, the people who keep us safe are getting ready. 28/22 News had the chance to speak with a local first responder and a government official about how to stay safe while using fireworks this holiday season. As northeastern Pennsylvania prepares […]
Residents react to the 2024 presidential debate
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — President Biden and former President Trump went head-to-head in the first presidential debate of 2024. There is plenty of reaction from voters. 28/22 News spent the day in Scranton, also known as President Biden’s hometown, to gather opinions on what viewers thought about Thursday night’s debate The first debate between […]
DUI checkpoints set in Pennsylvania
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — State police announced DUI checkpoints will be placed across various roadways in Pennsylvania. According to Pennsylvania State Police, sobriety checkpoints and roving patrols aim to deter drinking and driving. Police say they are operating with a “zero-tolerance enforcement policy.” Police say checkpoints and roving patrols will be placed on roadways during the month […]
95th annual Millville Firemen’s Carnival
MILLVILLE, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It’s the season for summer carnivals, and one getting ready to kick off is nearing a milestone celebration. The nostalgic merry-go-round music plays from the ride of the Millville Carnival Grounds Friday. The colorful horses are up and moving, meaning only one thing. This year marks the Millville Community Volunteer […]
Thunderstorms arrive during the weekend in PA
EYEWITNESS WEATHER (WBRE/WYOU) — Sunny weather has been here the past few days however, showers and thunderstorms are expected to fire back up this weekend. The primary threat will be torrential downpours and damaging winds across northeast and central Pennsylvania. An isolated tornado or two is not out of the question. Showers can start as […]
Search for alleged identity theft suspect in Luzerne County
LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say they are searching for a suspect involved in an identity theft investigation. The Wyoming Area Regional Police are searching for information on the person pictured below for fraud and identity theft. Anyone with information is asked to contact Sgt Bekanich at bekanich@regionalpolice.org or by calling (570) 654-3001
Heavy smoke caused by Kingston house fire
KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Crews are responding to a house fire in Kingston as heavy smoke fills the area. On Friday, Kingston Fire Department was called for a house fire around 12:30 p.m. in the 400 block of Rutter Avenue. Heavy smoke can be seen coming from the top floor of the home as […]
Crash shuts down part of I-84 in Pike County
PIKE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A section of Interstate 84 is closed due to a crash in Pike County. PennDOT states that I-84 westbound is closed at Exit 30 (Porters Lake/Blooming Grove) in Pike County due to a crash. There is temporarily a detour in place and the estimated reopening is 3:30 p.m. Drivers can check […]
PPL will pay for ice, water to residents without power
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — PPL announced they will pay for ice and water for customers still without power. PPL Electric Utilities stated customers who have been without power for 24 hours or more can purchase ice and water from any local vendor at their expense and send them receipts. Each customer can purchase a maximum […]
Fetterman to Democrats after Biden debate performance: ‘Chill the f‑‑‑ out’
Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.), who survived his own disastrous debate performance ahead of the 2022 election, told fellow Democrats to “chill the f‑‑‑ out” after media outlets reported Democrats are panicking over President Biden’s weak showing at Thursday’s debate against former President Trump. “I refuse to join the Democratic vultures on Biden’s shoulder after the […]
Former Crestwood band director guilty of inappropriate contact with student
WRIGHT TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A former band director and music teacher at Crestwood High School was found guilty of inappropriate contact with a student. 38-year-old Theron Roberts has been found guilty by a jury for the following charges: Investigators say that Roberts had inappropriate contact with a female student and then threatened the girl […]
Woman charged with pointing gun at daughter
PLYMOUTH, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A woman is facing charges after police say she was caught on video pointing a gun at her 5-year-old daughter. According to the Plymouth Borough Police, in November 2023 officers were contacted by the Larksville Police about a child abuse allegation that happened at a home in Plymouth. The victim, […]
Biden, Trump take shots during brief immigration debate
Despite much hype that the border and immigration were expected to feature prominently in the first U.S. presidential debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump on Thursday night, the topics were barely discussed and with little substance.
Oklahoma public schools must teach the Bible, state superintendent announces
“The Bible is an indispensable historical and cultural touchstone,” said State Superintendent Ryan Walters. “Without basic knowledge of it, Oklahoma students are unable to properly contextualize the foundation of our nation which is why Oklahoma educational standards provide for its instruction."
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