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  • Bedford airport celebrates 30 years with eyes on future growth

    June 2024

    Bedford County, PA — Local airport leaders say there have been 4 main airports for Bedford county in the past century.

  • Cameron Co. park seeing increase in visitors ahead of fall camping season

    June 2024

    Cameron County, PA (WJAC) — Visitors to Sinnemahoning State Park have been packing the park this summer despite high gas prices, lack of rain, lower water levels in the streams, and issues with the economy.

  • Northern Bedford blocks field goal in final seconds to win district title

    June 2024

    SOMERSET -- The district playoffs continued Thursday night in high school football and Northern Bedford provided the drama. Leading Windber 17-14 in the final seconds of the fourth quarter, the Panthers blocked the Ramblers' would-be game-tying field goal to preserve the victory and capture the District 5 Class A Championship.

  • Respect the flow! PA 6-year-old wins 2023 USA Mullet Championship

    June 2024

    Respect his flow. We have a new mullet champ, and he is from Pennsylvania. Meet Rory Ehrlich and his mullet, they both reside in Montgomery County near Philadelphia.

  • Suspect in 9-year-old's disappearance charged with first-degree kidnapping

    June 2024

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  • Altoona Driver License Center will close for renovations

    June 2024

    ALTOONA, Pa. (WJAC) — The Altoona Driver License Center will be closing for renovations this Saturday, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.

  • Billing dispute between State College Borough, local sewer authority expected to go to court

    June 2024

    State College, PA (WJAC) — Now to the latest on a dispute between State College Borough and the largest wastewater treatment authority in the Centre region.

  • Fort Roberdeau staff discuss site's historical importance in our fight for independence

    June 2024

    BLAIR CO, Pa (WJAC) — The hills above the city of Altoona house a replica of a fort that dates back to the nation’s war for independence: Fort Roberdeau.

  • Possible job cuts announced at several Pennsylvania universities, including IUP

    June 2024

    HARRISBURG, Pa (AP) — Faculty union officials say more than 80 tenured and tenure-track faculty members at a western Pennsylvania university have been told they may lose their jobs at the end of the 2020-21 academic year, part of more than 100 possible job cuts at five universities in the commonwealth.

  • Principal's leadership blamed for mass teacher exodus at Las Vegas school

    June 2024

    LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Parents at a Las Vegas school said they won't stop their fight until their principal is removed.

  • Coroner IDs body found at Clearfield Co. park

    June 2024

    UPDATE | Clearfield Co., PA (WJAC) — Clearfield County Coroner Kim Shaffer-Snyder has released the identity of the individual whose body was found at a local park earlier this week.

  • DuBois man accused of sending sexually explicit messages, video to teen in Elk County

    June 2024

    Elk County, PA (WJAC) — Ridgway Borough police have filed charges against a DuBois man after he was accused of sending sexually explicit messages to whom he thought was a 15-year-old girl.

  • Johnstown Windber Ramblers | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

    June 2024

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  • Letter, powder sent to Manhattan DA investigating Trump

    June 2024

    NEW YORK (AP) — A powdery substance was found Friday with a threatening letter in a mailroom at the offices of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, the latest security scare as the prosecutor weighs a potential historic indictment of former President Donald Trump, authorities said.

  • New charges filed, state revokes certification of Somerset preschool

    June 2024

    SOMERSET, Pa. — The state Department of Human Services revoked the certification of Learning Links Preschool in Somerset late last week, and this week another person was charged with giving children there melatonin without approval.

  • 6 inmates accused of killing fellow inmate at Texas jail

    June 2024

    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.

  • Cheerleading Competition expected to draw thousands to Cambria County this weekend

    June 2024

    CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Hundreds of athletes from around the area and surrounding states made the trip to Cambria County this weekend.

  • Firefighters from across Pennsylvania prepare for 'Red Flag Day'

    June 2024

    Johnstown, Pa — The Pennsylvania Weather Advisory issued a Red Flag Warning for most of the state, including the 6 News coverage area.

  • Homeowners were having issues with hot water tank before deadly blast in Plum Borough, officials say

    June 2024

    PLUM, Pa. (AP) — The owners of a home that exploded in western Pennsylvania last weekend were having issues with their hot water tank, authorities said, but the cause of the blast that killed five people - including two municipal officials - remains under investigation.

  • PHOTOS: 2020 Hyundai Palisade

    June 2024

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  • 'Earning respect is the best prize:' Local martial artist brings home trophy from Wales

    June 2024

    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.

  • Ebensburg man accused of sending sexually explicit pictures to teens on Snapchat

    June 2024

    CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — State police say a 42-year-old Ebensburg man is accused of sending sexually explicit pictures of himself to two teenage girls on Snapchat.

  • Former PSU standout D.J. Newbill and Brotherly Love lose in TBT quarterfinals

    June 2024

    COLUMBUS, Ohio — Former Penn State standout D.J. Newbill's bid for a share of $1 million is done. Brotherly Love lost to the Golden Eagles, 83-76, in the quarterfinals of The Basketball Tournament.

  • GJCTC to receive $200K grant for new teaching model

    June 2024

    JOHNSTOWN, Pa (WJAC) — Governor Tom Wolf announced Friday that the Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center was approved for $200,000 in funding for its innovative workforce teaching model.

  • New owners of Indian Lake Marina offer more activities for public

    June 2024

    CENTRAL CITY -- The Indian Lake Marina in Somerset County is under new ownership. It's a private lake available to hundreds of residents who live along the shore.

  • 6 Sports Throwback: 1967 interview with Clemente

    June 2024

    JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — For our first installment of the 6 Sports Throwback Thursday, we take you all the way back to 1967 for spring training with a Pittsburgh icon -- 18-year MLB veteran and Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente.

  • Horton Township Volunteer Fire Department to unveil new home

    June 2024

    BROCKPORT - The Horton Township Volunteer Fire Department will unveil its new home Aug. 13. Fire Captain PJ Piccirillo said the company will have an open house and ribbon cutting of the new fire station at 2 p.

  • Man, teen allegedly stole thousands of dollars in PA Lottery coupon scam

    June 2024

    UPDATE |CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Copies of search warrants obtained by 6 News are providing new details about the state police investigation into alleged thefts from the Pennsylvania Lottery Commission in Blair and Centre Counties.

  • PA First Lady visits Penn State food pantry

    June 2024

    UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WJAC) — Pennsylvania First Lady Frances Wolf stopped by Penn State Thursday to tour their Lion's Pantry and to talk with students and staff.

  • Volunteers needed for Bible reading marathon at PA state capitol

    June 2024

    Blair Co., PA (WJAC) — The Way of Truth Ministries, from Altoona, will be having its second Pennsylvania Bible Reading Marathon, on May 20th through the 24th, on the steps of the state capitol building.

  • Doctor for PSU football team awarded $5 million in case against Penn State Health

    June 2024

    DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa (WHP) — A Dauphin County jury ruled in favor of a former Penn State football team doctor who said head coach James Franklin undermined his decisions regarding injured players and their return to the field.

  • Justice Alito sold Bud Light stock, bought Coors following Dylan Mulvaney upheaval

    June 2024

    WASHINGTON (TND) — Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito sold between $1,000 and $15,000 worth of stock in Bud Light parent company Anheuser-Busch last August, according to financial disclosure documents released by the federal judiciary.

  • PA Turnpike is world's most expensive toll road, study claims

    June 2024

    If you’ve driven on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, you’ve driven on the most expensive toll road in the world, one study claims.

  • Teen in 'stable condition' following accidental shooting outside Cambria Co. gym

    June 2024

    CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. — UPDATE | Police have released more details regarding a shooting that occurred at MorGainz Fitness, in Jackson Township, Cambria County, Sunday morning.

  • Woman killed, 4 wounded in Westmoreland Co. shooting

    June 2024

    JEANNETTE, Pa. (AP) — Police are seeking a man in connection with a shooting that killed a woman and injured four other people at a western Pennsylvania home, authorities said.

  • Al Pacino, 83, expecting 4th child with girlfriend

    June 2024

    WASHINGTON (TND) — Al Pacino, 83, will soon be a father to his fourth child with his girlfriend. Noor Alfallah, 29, is currently eight months pregnant with the "

  • Blair Co. man stole $500K worth of equipment, vehicles from area construction sites

    June 2024

    Blair Co., PA (WJAC) — Authorities in Blair County say a Williamsburg man is behind bars and faces dozens of felonies related to the repeated thefts of various items and equipment from multiple area construction companies/sites.

  • Boeing tells federal regulators how it plans to fix aircraft safety and quality problems

    June 2024

    Boeing told federal regulators Thursday how it plans to fix the safety and quality problems that have plagued its aircraft-manufacturing work in recent years.

  • Escaped convict Danelo Cavalcante faces new charges for thefts, burglaries

    June 2024

    HARRISBURG, PA. (WOLF) — Danelo Cavalcante, the convicted murderer caught on surveillance footage escaping from the Chester County Prison, is facing more charges for theft committed while he was on the run, according to authorities.

  • Vice President Pence makes unannounced pit stop in Somerset

    June 2024

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  • 9/11 artifacts escorted from Flight 93 to Port Matilda American Legion

    June 2024

    Artifacts from the 9/11 terrorist attacks made their way through our area Tuesday as they were being escorted by the U.

  • An inside look at SEADS Garden Center during National Disabilities Awareness Month

    June 2024

    CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — March is recognized as National Disabilities Awareness Month and under a new legislation introduced by Senator Bob Casey and other lawmakers – employers would have to start paying their employees with disabilities a higher wage.

  • Coffee Mate unveils dirty soda-inspired creamer in collaboration with Dr. Pepper

    June 2024

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  • Custodian at Tennessee senior center accused of stealing, pawning jewelry

    June 2024

    SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WTVC) — A woman who worked on the cleaning staff of a Tennessee senior living center is accused of stealing items precious to patients there and pawning them off, according to authorities.

  • New petition supports banning fireworks shows past 10 p.m. in Johnstown

    June 2024

    Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — Is 1 a.m. too late for firework shows? While the Fourth of July firework shows are now in the past, what is still present is a growing concern surrounding firework activity in Johnstown.

  • 9 puppies dumped by fishing spot in Ohio

    June 2024

    CLERMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WKRC) — Another litter of puppies was dumped in Clermont County, Ohio. The warden said the suspect left the dogs in a blanket with a pile of kibble.

  • Bishop Carroll athletics voted out of Laurel Highlands Conference

    June 2024

    SIDMAN -- Laurel Highlands Conference members voted unanimously Wednesday morning to eliminate Bishop Carroll High School's athletics teams from competition beginning in the 2018-2019 season.

  • Clearfield County's child agency stressed from staffing issues, lack of facilities

    June 2024

    The director of Clearfield County Children, Youth, and Family Services says that they have been experiencing staffing issues and due to a lack of placement facilities, a few kids have had to stay overnight at their office in downtown Clearfield.

  • First phase of Interstate 99/I-80 interchange project complete

    June 2024

    Centre Co., PA (WJAC) — Phase one is now complete in a road construction project to better join two of Pennsylvania’s busiest interstate highways.

  • Video shows the moment an airport worker steals airplane before performing stunts

    June 2024

    SEATTLE, Wash. — The Port of Seattle has released a series of videos to KOMO News that show the moments leading up to and during the takeoff of a Horizon Air plane at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport that was stolen by a baggage handler before he intentionally crashed the plane.

  • Amazon shooter identified, 911 caller said 'he almost executed me'

    June 2024

    COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — The security guard at an Amazon facility who died following two gun-related incidents Sunday was identified Monday as Ali Hamsa Yusuf.

  • David Bowie honors, George Michael tribute top Brit Awards

    June 2024

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  • Pair of PA bald eagles lay first eggs of 2021

    June 2024

    HANOVER, Pa. (WJAC) — A pair of Pennsylvania bald eagles are officially parenting, says Raptor Ecology Specialist Zoey Greenburg. The Pennsylvania Game Commission has been partnering with HDOnTAP and Comcast Business to provide a live look at the Hanover eagles' nest in York County.

  • Pennsylvania to ban cell phone use while driving in effort to reduce distracted driving

    June 2024

    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.

  • PSU Nittany Lion Shrine celebrates 75th birthday

    June 2024

    UNIVERSITY PARK - Tuesday marked the 75th anniversary of the famous "Nittany Lion Shrine" on the campus of Penn State University.

  • 'It was more humane:' Brookville man accused of drowning two kittens in bucket, PSP says

    June 2024

    Jefferson Co., PA (WJAC) — State police in Jefferson County say a Brookville man is facing multiple animal cruelty charges after admitting to drowning two kittens in a bucket of water.

  • GJCTC 100% powered by solar energy: will other schools follow?

    June 2024

    An official with the Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center said that today they are celebrating more than the switch to solar, they are celebrating "

  • Gunman in deadly Osceola Mills shooting had PFA against him

    June 2024

    OSCEOLA MILLS - State police said Tuesday a Clearfield County man who killed his ex-girlfriend and her mother had a protection from abuse order against him.

  • Hillary Clinton says she won't run for president again

    June 2024

    WASHINGTON (TND) — Amid concerns about President Biden’s viability for a second term, Hillary Clinton says she won't run for president again.

  • Safeguarding roads or boosting police power?

    June 2024

    State Senator Rosemary Brown says that Bill 37 still lets drivers use hands-free features like Bluetooth, but it would allow officers to write a ticket resulting in a $50 fine if they see a driver’s hands holding a cell phone, and not on the wheel.

  • SNAP doesn't cover costs of putting food on the table in 98% of counties: Report

    June 2024

    (TND) — Federal food assistance falls far short of basic meal costs for the roughly 40 million Americans receiving the benefit, according to a new report from the Urban Institute.

  • 90-year-old Air Force vet working at grocery store to make ends meet gets $200K to retire

    June 2024

    NEW ORLEANS, La. (WKRC) - An elderly United States Air Force (USAF) veteran who needed to work at a grocery store to make ends meet was given $200,000 for his retirement, thanks to a successful GoFundMe campaign.

  • Alternative heating options in high demand as home heating costs soar

    June 2024

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  • Altoona church confirms 'some' positive cases; moves to remote services

    June 2024

    ALTOONA, Pa (WJAC) — Officials with the First Church of Christ in Altoona confirmed Thursday that there have been "some" positive cases of COVID-19 reported within the church congregation in the past week.

  • Man who pleaded guilty to fatally striking PSU jogger is no longer in the US

    June 2024

    CENTRE COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Federal authorities say the man who pleaded guilty to fatally striking a fellow Penn State student with his car is no longer in the United States after being granted what is termed "

  • PSU Football announces blue-white kickoff time

    June 2024

    UNIVERSITY PARK -- Penn State football’s spring practices concludes with the Blue-White Game, which is set for Saturday, April 18 at 1:30 p.

  • School board chair resigns after controversial Facebook post

    June 2024

    KENNEBUNK, Maine (WGME) — A school board chair in Maine has resigned over something she posted on Facebook. In the controversial comment, Board Chair Erin Nadeau seemed to compare people at a district budget meeting to those at a KKK rally.

  • 4 inducted into Business Hall of Fame in Johnstown

    June 2024

    JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Four more laureates were inducted into the greater Johnstown/Cambria County Business Hall of Fame Friday night at the Pasquerilla Conference Center in downtown Johnstown.

  • 500 Bracelets donated to Johnstown Police Department

    June 2024

    JOHNSTOWN - American Eagle Screen Print and Embroidery donated 500 bracelets to the Johnstown Police Department on Monday in hopes of making a better community.

  • Fugitive wanted for assaulting Philadelphia police officer, authorities say

    June 2024

    PHILADELPHIA (TND) — A $5,000 reward is being offered for information that leads to the arrest of a fugitive who assaulted an off-duty Philadelphia police officer, authorities announced Monday.

  • Man arrested following shots fired incident at Blair County bar

    June 2024

    Blair Co., PA (WJAC) — Altoona police say one man is in custody following a shots fired incident at a Blair County bar Thursday evening.

  • US to announce additional $275 million military aid for Ukraine

    June 2024

    WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States is expected to announce an additional $275 million in military aid for Ukraine on Friday as Kyiv struggles to hold off advances by Russian troops in the Kharkiv region, two U.

  • Your Town: Somerset

    June 2024

    This week, WJAC visits the county seat of Somerset County. Join Jen Johnson and Mary Ours live from the Somerset All-Star Softball Tournament where they will take a swing at what makes the area unique.

  • 1 person trapped in tractor-trailer rollover on PA Turnpike

    June 2024

    SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Officials say one person was trapped after a tractor-trailer overturned on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Somerset County.

  • Judge in Trump's classified documents trial cancels trial date without replacement

    June 2024

    MIAMI (TND) — Judge Aileen Cannon, the federal judge appointed by then-President Donald Trump who is overseeing his classified documents trial in Miami, abruptly canceled the trial's already-long delayed start date Tuesday.

  • Kids accused of assaulting, shooting homeless man near Washington transit center

    June 2024

    KENT, Wash. (KOMO) — Police in Kent, Washington are investigating an overnight shooting near a busy transit center that sent a man to the hospital.

  • Mall owner, businesses oppose proposal to convert former Sears store to storage facility

    June 2024

    JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — The owner of the Johnstown Galleria, as well as owners of businesses within the mall, showed up to the Richland Township municipal building for a meeting Monday night where they voiced their opposition of the zoning board "

  • WJAC-TV has new channel lineup for viewers without top-set boxes

    June 2024

    Atlantic Broadband viewers in the Johnstown area whose cable is directly connected to their televisions will find the three WJAC-TV channels on different stations.

  • Would breaking up Live Nation and Ticketmaster make prices go down?

    June 2024

    WASHINGTON (TND) — The Justice Department announced it would be moving forward with a lawsuit seeking to break up entertainment giant Live Nation and its dominating grasp on the market for tickets to popular performers at the country’s largest venues in a move that could remake how consumers get tickets to see shows.

  • Boy, 10, dies in Kansas on 'world's largest' water slide

    June 2024

    KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — The 10-year-old son of a Kansas state lawmaker died while riding a waterslide that's billed as the world's largest, according to officials and the boy's family.

  • Israeli government unable to confirm babies were beheaded in Hamas attack, official says

    June 2024

    WASHINGTON (TND) — The Israeli government is now saying they cannot confirm that Hamas terrorists cut off the heads of babies during their attack Saturday.

  • Johnstown group interested in naming rights for Point Stadium

    June 2024

    JOHNSTOWN, Pa. - Point Stadium in Johnstown may be getting a new name. According to the June 13 Johnstown City Council meeting agenda, a resolution is on the table for the naming rights to go to Sargent's Group Inc.

  • Johnstown native honors late son, completes graduation from Duquesne University

    June 2024

    Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — Duquesne University honored more than 430 members of its Class of 2021 Friday at its winter commencement ceremony.

  • Making a Difference: The Jared Box Project

    June 2024

    STATE COLLEGE, Pa. -- When a child falls ill and they're in the hospital, for parents or family members it can be incredibly difficult to boost their spirits and get them to focus on something else besides the pain.

  • Mo-Valley prison to reopen as federal immigrant detention center, commissioners say

    June 2024

    CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Clearfield County took public comment and voted on allowing an area prison to operate as an immigrant detention center.

  • Annual People's Choice Arts Festival underway in Centre Hall

    June 2024

    Centre Co., PA (WJAC) — It’s festival and carnival week in Centre County, with numerous events in State College, Philipsburg, Centre Hall and Rebersburg.

  • Bill drastically changing Idaho-Oregon border passes Idaho House

    June 2024

    PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — House members in the Idaho Legislature voted in favor of the "Greater Idaho" movement this past week.

  • Gunfight sparked by argument in Savannah injures 11 as city faces a violent weekend

    June 2024

    SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — An argument between two women led to a gunfight that left 11 people hurt in a busy tourist area of Savannah, Georgia, late Saturday, one of five weekend shootings in the city, two of which were fatal, authorities said.

  • New York will bury unclaimed coronavirus victims in mass graves on Hart Island: Officials

    June 2024

    NEW YORK (CNN Newsource) — More unclaimed bodies in New York will be laid to rest on Hart Island. The cemetery has been used for years as the burial ground for people who had no family come forward to claim them.

  • Rickie Fowler repeats at Su

    June 2024

    JOHNSTOWN -- Rickie Fowler arrived at Sunnehanna Country Club in 2007 as a skinny golf prodigy out of Oklahoma State who could hit the ball a country mile, and instantly became a crowd favorite.

  • Trump faces potential $100M IRS bill after audit of Chicago skyscraper losses: Report

    June 2024

    WASHINGTON (AP) — Former President Donald Trump may face an IRS bill in excess of $100 million after a government audit indicates he double-dipped on tax losses tied to a Chicago skyscraper,according to a report by The New York Times and ProPublica that drew on a yearslong audit and public filings.

  • Congress pushes for return of detained Somerset man in Turks and Caicos

    June 2024

    Bryan Hagerich of Somerset County is still detained in Turks and Caicos after 99 days. Members of Congress are fighting for his return.

  • Kennywood to retire four of its rides

    June 2024

    Pittsburgh, Pa (WJAC) — Kennywood Park announced Tuesday on social media that it will be retiring four of its rides, as it continues to invest in new attractions.

  • Man breaks into Somerset County home, claims he is God

    June 2024

    SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — State police in Somerset County say a man is behind bars after he reportedly broke into a home earlier this week and told the homeowners that he was God.

  • Somerset Historical Center brings back Mountain Craft Days

    June 2024

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  • Suspects burglarize Windber Country Club; steal cash from Skill, payout machines

    June 2024

    CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Take a look at this! Surveillance video from inside the Windber Country Club shows two suspects burglarizing the establishment overnight.

  • What happens if Trump and Biden don't reach 270 electoral votes?

    June 2024

    WASHINGTON (TND) — A simple majority of 270 or more electoral votes is required to elect the President of the United States.

  • Bail set at $1 million for 7 arrested following demonstrations in Lancaster, ACLU responds

    June 2024

    LANCASTER COUNTY — 13 people are facing charges following violent protests Sunday night in Lancaster City, police say. Seven of these people are in Lancaster County Prison on $1 million bail, each:

  • Congress poised for quick action on Biden's Pentagon nominee

    June 2024

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  • Parts of PA under tornado watch on Halloween as severe weather lingers

    June 2024

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  • Penn State DE Chop Robinson to opt out of Peach Bowl, declares for NFL Draft

    June 2024

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  • Three dead and two injured in chain reaction crashes on I-80 in Centre County

    June 2024

    UPDATE | CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Three people are dead in two chain reaction crashes on Interstate 80. That’s what state police say happened on I-80, early Tuesday morning in Centre County.

  • UPMC lifting temporary masking policy

    June 2024

    Officials with UPMC announced that the hospital system will soon be lifting its temporary masking policy, which had been reinstated in December in response to a rise in respiratory illness cases.

  • 'Mad Men' actress Christina Hendricks files for divorce

    June 2024

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  • Local sensory garden installs braille labels as part of project with Clairview student

    June 2024

    JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — In the city of Johnstown, Sandyvale Memorial Gardens & Conservancy hosted a ceremony for its new healing garden on Tuesday.

  • One transported after truck overturns underneath Stone Bridge in Johnstown

    June 2024

    UPDATE |Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — Emergency officials say the roadway was reopened around 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. Johnstown police are investigating the crash.

  • Penguins, Pettersson agree to five-year contract extension

    June 2024

    PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Penguins agreed to terms with defenseman Marcus Pettersson on a five-year contract extension, it was announced today by executive vice president and general manager Jim Rutherford.

  • Players use excitement of NFL Draft to flaunt their style on red carpet

    June 2024

    DETROIT (AP) — The NFL draft gives players a chance to flaunt their style. Terrion Arnold made the most of it.

  • Tanneryville man remembers devastation from 1977 Johnstown Flood

    June 2024

    WEST TAYLOR TOWNSHIP -- There are countless stories to tell from the 1977 flood, which happened 40 years ago this week.

  • Baltimore Police ID bomb threat suspect, announce charges

    June 2024

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  • Former Upper Yoder police chief to rejoin JPD

    June 2024

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  • Interim PA Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward sworn-in as interim Lieutenant Governor

    June 2024

    DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa (WHP) — Pennsylvania has a new interim Lieutenant Governor. Interim PA Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward was sworn-in as the acting Lt.

  • New plan proposal for former Appvion Paper Mill as demolition begins

    June 2024

    Demolition of the Appvion Paper Mill in Roaring Spring has officially begun, and plans are in the works for what will eventually take its place.

  • Over 2 dozen boroughs affected by massive water main break in Pittsburgh

    June 2024

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  • Rising ER visits among seniors linked to cannabis-infused candies, study finds

    June 2024

    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.

  • At least 9 people injured after mass shooting outside Ohio bar, police say

    June 2024

    OVER-THE-RHINE, Ohio (WKRC) — At least nine people were injured after a mass shooting in Ohio early Sunday morning, police said.

  • Authorities still searching for Sykesville woman who disappeared 16 years ago; sister speaks out

    June 2024

    Jefferson Co., PA (WJAC) — It's been 16 years since authorities responded to a fire at Sykesville home. After that fire was extinguished, the remains of a six-week-old baby were discovered and the child’s mother, Joey Lynn Offutt, was missing.

  • Driver, two bystanders injured following late-race crash at Hidden Valley Speedway

    June 2024

    CLEARFIELD, Pa (WJAC) — A late-race crash at Hidden Valley Speedway Saturday night, led to three people, including two bystanders, being hospitalized.

  • PFBC warns of potential price increase for fishing licenses

    June 2024

    Johnstown, PA — The price of fishing licenses could increase in the next year. Channel 6 spoke with an official from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission about the potential price hike and were told the price of a fishing license might increase, for the same reason the price of almost everything else seems to have increased – inflation.

  • Rare black deer spotting in northern Michigan

    June 2024

    TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Even when you're used to seeing deer, sometimes you must do a double take. This rare "

  • Woman abducted in one of state's biggest manhunts reflects 50 years later

    June 2024

    HUNTINGDON -- It was one of the biggest manhunts of the time. On May 11, 1966, Peggy Ann Bradnick was abducted after getting off the school bus in Shade Gap by a man with a sawed off shotgun.

  • Altoona community organizes Human Rights march in response to recent protests

    June 2024

    ALTOONA, Pa (WJAC) — A Human Rights march is scheduled to take place in Altoona Saturday evening, according to organizers.

  • Country Music star Morgan Wallen to make several tour stops in PA, including PNC Park

    June 2024

    Pittsburgh (WJAC) — Country music star Morgan Wallen will be making several stops in Pennsylvania next year as part of his "

  • Former SCI Benner guard sentenced for smuggling contraband to repay gambling debts

    June 2024

    Centre Co., PA (WJAC) — A former prison guard at SCI Benner was sentenced Tuesday on charges related to smuggling contraband into the facility.

  • Former Steelers WR Martavis Bryant signs free agent deal with Cowboys after NFL reinstatement

    June 2024

    Former Pittsburgh Steelers wide-receiver Martavis Bryant is returning to the NFL after being suspended from the league for nearly five years.

  • West Suburban Little League cleaning fields, preparing to get back to practice next week

    June 2024

    CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — With the weather warming up and counties beginning to reopen again, kids are itching to get back to playing their favorite sports and activities.

  • Westmoreland County couple facing homicide charges after death of five-year-old boy

    June 2024

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  • Local mental health officials discuss resources available amidst increased need

    June 2024

    CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Mental health officials in Cambria County are reminding the public about resources available to those in crisis.

  • Lorain/Stonycreek Hiking Trails host first ever fall festival

    June 2024

    Saturday was the first ever Lorain/Stonycreek hiking trails fall festival. Despite heavy rain, crowds gathered to enjoy the beautiful October scenery in Lorain borough park.

  • No one injured after vehicle crashes into local Denny's, dispatchers say

    June 2024

    Cambria Co., PA (WJAC) — Authorities in Cambria County say no one was injured after a vehicle crashed into the Denny's restaurant in Richland Township.

  • One dead in overnight house fire in Huntingdon

    June 2024

    HUNTINGDON, Pa. (WJAC) — A woman is dead after a fire broke out in an apartment duplex overnight in Huntingdon County.

  • Over 700 to be affected by scheduled power outage in Jefferson Co.

    June 2024

    JEFFERSON COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Over 700 people in Jefferson County will be without power Tuesday morning for about an hour, according to a Penelec spokesperson.

  • Viewers capture 'mysterious trail of light' in the sky seen throughout Western PA

    June 2024

    JOHNSTOWN, Pa (WJAC) — Meteor? Rocket? Aliens? Several residents in our 6 News viewing area captured images of a "mysterious trail of light"

  • Altoona man charged for role in DUI crash that killed passenger

    May 2024

    Blair Co., PA (WJAC) — Authorities in Blair County say an Altoona man was arraigned last week on charges related to a deadly DUI crash that occurred last March.

  • Jerry Sandusky transferred to SCI-Laurel Highlands

    May 2024

    SOMERSET - Former Penn State assistant football coach and convicted serial child molester Jerry Sandusky is now serving his sentence in another Somerset County prison.

  • New coffee shop opening in downtown Johnstown

    May 2024

    JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — A new coffee shop called, "The Write Cup Coffee Shop" is coming to Gazebo Park in Johnstown soon.

  • Ripley's Believe It Or Not! museum to close in Atlantic City

    May 2024

    Ripley's Believe It Or Not! museum to close in Atlantic CityWed, 05 Jun 2024 10:18:27 GMT (1717582707368) Gallery - News3 v1.

  • Somerset DA seeking special coordinator to help oversee child abuse cases

    May 2024

    Somerset Co., PA (WJAC) — An increase in child abuse cases has acting Somerset County District Attorney Molly Metzgar looking to bring in someone to help oversee the sensitive content.

  • Treasure Lake Property Owner's Association comments on Ski Lodge closure

    May 2024

    DUBOIS - Two days after residents and guests of the Treasure Lake Ski Lodge were angered to learn the business was closing, the board of the property owners association has cited its reasons for ending the lease agreement with the ski lodge's operator, George Moore Enterprises.

  • Bank manager accused of setting fire to conceal embezzlement

    May 2024

    PITTSBURGH (AP) — The former branch manager of a western Pennsylvania credit union is accused of stealing $340,000 and then setting the bank safe on fire to throw off investigators.

  • Cambria County man fatally shot wife with shotgun after she threatened to leave him

    May 2024

    THE LATEST |CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — State police in Cambria County say a Patton man is behind bars after he allegedly shot and killed his wife Thursday afternoon after she reportedly threatened to leave him.

  • Faith Church hosts annual Bellefonte free community Christmas dinner

    May 2024

    BELLEFONTE – People in Bellefonte volunteered to help others, providing meals and fellowship to people who needed it. For the 21st year, Faith Church hosted its Bellefonte free community Christmas dinner --, better known as a celebration or sharing and community.

  • Former Penn State Lady Lion Kathy Drysdale passes away following battle with cancer

    May 2024

    University Park, PA (WJAC) — Penn State University officials announced that former Lady Lion Kathy Drysdale passed away Friday at the age of 53.

  • Penn State vs Michigan State game moved to Ford Field; will be played on Black Friday

    May 2024

    University Park, PA (WJAC) — The Penn State University Athletics Department announced Wednesday that the Nittany Lions game against Michigan State this upcoming season will be played at Ford Field, the home of the Detroit Lions.

  • Portage Area School District to use hybrid model for reopening

    May 2024

    PORTAGE, Pa (WJAC) — Portage Area School District announced Thursday that after receiving updated guidance from the state, the school district has decided to delay the start of the school year, until September 8th, and will operate under a hybrid learning model.

  • 2020 Ebensburg PotatoFest canceled, organizers say

    May 2024

    EBENSBURG, Pa. (WJAC) — The Ebensburg PotatoFest is now canceled. It was supposed to be held on Sept. 26, the Ebensburg Main Street Partnership said in the announcement.

  • 5 inmates hospitalized after overdosing at Blair County Prison

    May 2024

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  • Johnstown Galleria to hold fireworks show after years-long hiatus

    May 2024

    The Johnstown Galleria has announced that it will be hosting a fireworks show for the first time in years this July.

  • Motorcycle run in Altoona will benefit Archway Ministries food pantry

    May 2024

    ALTOONA – Archway Ministries in Altoona will be hosting a motorcycle run June 4 to benefit their food pantry. It will be a 100-mile ride starting at the ministry and ending at Ajay’s Tavern.

  • Pirates top pitching prospect Paul Skenes to begin 2024 season in minor leagues

    May 2024

    PITTSBURGH (WJAC) — Pittsburgh Pirates' top pitching prospect Paul Skenes is expected to begin the 2024 regular season in the minor leagues, the team announced Tuesday.

  • Woman in custody following shooting at DA's law office in Cameron County

    May 2024

    UPDATE | Cameron County, PA (WJAC) — State police have released some new details about Wednesday's shooting at the district attorney's law office in Emporium.

  • Arts Altoona to host art market showcasing local artists

    May 2024

    ALTOONA, Pa (WJAC) — Arts Altoona will be hosting an art market on April 17th at the Arts Altoona Center, located at 2212 Sixth Avenue, from 11 a.

  • Carlee Russell admits to making up kidnapping story

    May 2024

    HOOVER, Ala. (WBMA) — Carlee Russell, a Hoover woman who disappeared for two days earlier this month, claiming she was kidnapped, admitted to making up the story.

  • Johnstown man charged after 10 cats found dead at 'uninhabitable' West End home, authorities say

    May 2024

    Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — Authorities with the Cambria County Humane Society have filed charges against a Johnstown area man following an investigation into alleged animal abuse and neglect.

  • Ohio woman killed after motorcycle crashes on I-80 in Sandy Township

    May 2024

    Clearfield Co., PA (WJAC) — State police in Clearfield County say an Ohio woman was killed Wednesday afternoon in a motorcycle crash on Interstate 80 in Sandy Township.

  • Possible case of measles reported at Mount Nittany Health in Boalsburg

    May 2024

    BOALSBURG, Pa. (WJAC) — A possible case of measles was reported Thursday morning in Centre County. According to a Mount Nittany Health representative, the possible case was reported at the Mount Nittany Physician Group Pediatrics location at Mount Nittany Health in Boalsburg.

  • Student arrested after making threats to Altoona Area School District

    May 2024

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  • 90 cattle dead after dual barn blaze in Bedford County, officials say

    May 2024

    BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Multiple fire companies were called late Tuesday morning to a barn fire in Bedford County.

  • Boy's Christmas Eve slumber party aims to raise $20,000 for Maine animal shelter

    May 2024

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  • Chinese Mar-a-Lago intruder found guilty

    May 2024

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  • Johnstown bike shop looking for kids to donate bikes to this holiday season

    May 2024

    CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — This holiday season doesn’t come without worry, not just of health and safety but for some parents the ability to get their child a gift.

  • Lightning strike causes brief power outage at DuBois Arby's

    May 2024

    DUBOIS, Pa. - A lightning strike in DuBois hit a utility pole, causing electrical circuits to blow out at the Arby's.

  • St. Francis employee cycles nearly 400 miles for annual Dorothy Day fundraiser

    May 2024

    CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A man from St. Francis University in Cambria County is cycling his way across the country while raising money to help local families in need.

  • Dump truck driver suffers minor injuries after colliding with train in Centre County

    May 2024

    UPDATE | CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — State police say the driver of a dump truck that collided with a train in Centre County Thursday morning suffered minor injuries in the crash.

  • Ex charged in Pitt student's death arrested in South Carolina

    May 2024

    PITTSBURGH -- The ex-boyfriend of a University of Pittsburgh student found slain in her off-campus apartment on Sunday has been arrested in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

  • Judge bars enforcement of ban on guns at Philadelphia city parks, pools

    May 2024

    PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A judge has barred enforcement of an executive order signed by Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney last week banning guns and deadly weapons from the city’s indoor and outdoor recreation spaces, including parks, basketball courts and pools.

  • Penn State in 2009 NIT championship

    May 2024

    JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — We here at WJAC are celebrating the countdown to our 70th anniversary coming up in September by looking back through the station's archives.

  • Sams Club is sending teachers back to school with a membership deal

    May 2024

    LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — On Monday, Sam's Club announced its limited-time membership offer for teachers and administrators. Teachers can now join Sam's Club for 60% off its membership which is just $20 after savings.

  • 44 death row inmates now being housed at SCI Somerset

    May 2024

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  • Altoona police search for suspect in armed robbery at Dollar General

    May 2024

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  • Mazda MX-5 or Fiat 124 Spider

    May 2024

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  • New charges filed against Johnstown man involved in kidnapping, killing of Indiana Co. man

    May 2024

    Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — According to online court records, new charges have been filed against a Johnstown-area man who authorities say is one of the eight individuals involved in the kidnapping and killing of Indiana County man last fall.

  • Ohio AG warns student protesters could face felony charges under little known anti-KKK law

    May 2024

    COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Sharp criticism has been aimed at Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost in response to a letter he sent to the state's public universities this week.

  • Tennessee teens reel in big catch on prom night

    May 2024

    OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (WTVC) — You could say this prom night catch was 'off the hook.' A prom night couple in the Knoxville area reeled in a big fish out of a nearby lake for all to see, according to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA).

  • 'America This Week w/ Eric Bolling'

    May 2024

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  • Coroner IDs victim of fatal Jefferson Township crash

    May 2024

    UPDATE |Somerset Co., PA (WJAC) — Somerset County coroner Cullen Swank has identified the victim of Tuesday's fatal crash in Jefferson Township.

  • Explosion, fire that left 3 dead, 1 hurt rocks Ohio city

    May 2024

    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.

  • Homer City bank robbery suspect had drawing of bank; struck & tried to steal PSP vehicle

    May 2024

    Homer City bank robbery suspect had drawing of bank; struck & tried to steal PSP vehicleWed, 05 Jun 2024 07:09:47 GMT (1717571387832)

  • Kalen DeBoer leaving University of Washington to replace Nick Saban as Alabama head coach

    May 2024

    SEATTLE (KOMO) — University of Washington football coach Kalen DeBoer, who led the Huskies to the national championship game in his second season, told UW officials Friday he was leaving to replace Nick Saban at Alabama.

  • Steelers trade WR Diontae Johnson to Panthers

    May 2024

    PITTSBURGH (WJAC) — The Pittsburgh Steelers have traded wide-receiver Diontae Johnson to the Carolina Panthers. NFL Insider Adam Schefter announced the trade Tuesday night.

  • 2 charged in robbery of Cresson convenience store

    May 2024

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  • A roundup of memes about the Chinese spy balloon

    May 2024

    'That's no moon': A roundup of memes about the Chinese spy balloonWed, 05 Jun 2024 07:48:46 GMT (1717573726558) Gallery - News3 v1.

  • Bellefonte hosts 'Day of Giving' event to support local organizations

    May 2024

    BELLEFONTE, Pa (WJAC) — Bellefonte's Victorian Christmas had to be cancelled this year due to COVID-19 so instead, they hosted a “Day of Giving” on Saturday to support the community.

  • Johnstown Election Results | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

    May 2024

    Johnstown Election Results | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking NewsWed, 05 Jun 2024 07:18:39 GMT (1717571919632) Iframe with Taboola and Title - News3 v1.

  • Penn State announces date for 2024 Blue & White game

    May 2024

    University Park, PA (WJAC) — Penn State football has announced the date for its 2024 Blue & White game, the annual intra-squad scrimmage.

  • Pumpkin Chunkin Fall Festival raises funds for Howard Fire Company

    May 2024

    In the world of pumpkin chunkin - using catapults, sometimes even cannons, to send pumpkins hundreds of feet in the air - Jim Fuller, also known as "

  • 'Keep supporting us!' 78th AAABA tournament kicks off with large crowds, victories by both Johnstown

    May 2024

    Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — The 78th annual AAABA tournament kicked off Monday in Johnstown. Johnstown Martella's opened the 2023 tournament with an 11 to 1 victory over Cleveland in seven innings.

  • Bill Maher calls Biden 'cadaver-like' compared to Trump: 'He's Dracula'

    May 2024

    NEW YORK CITY (TND) — Comedian Bill Maher expressed his concern Tuesday that President Joe Biden appears far older than his opponent, former President Donald Trump.

  • Campus critters are nuts for Penn State's 'Squirrel Girl'

    May 2024

    STATE COLLEGE -- Penn State students know her as the Squirrel Whisperer, or even Squirrel Girl. Four years after she became an internet sensation, senior Mary Krupa is still placing tiny hats on the ubiquitous rodents that live on campus, and coaxing them to hold miniature props.

  • DOS responds to Republican lawmakers' claim of election numbers discrepancy

    May 2024

    HARRISBURG, Pa. (WJAC) — A group of Republican lawmakers say they’ve performed an extensive analysis of election day data and they’ve found “troubling” discrepancies.

  • Ribbon cutting held for opening of new business facility in Bedford Co.

    May 2024

    A ribbon cutting in Bedford County happened Friday morning for a new building that will provide space to new and expanding businesses.

  • Witnesses help piece together events that led to deadly stampede at New York concert

    May 2024

    ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WHAM) — Traveling from Niagara Falls, two friends were among concertgoers who returned to the Main Street Armory in Rochester, New York to knock on the front doors Monday.

  • IRS Direct File program could be coming to a state near you

    May 2024

    WASHINGTON (TND) — The Internal Revenue Service is expanding its program allowing Americans to file their taxes directly with the agency for free to all 50 states and making it a permanent option after what the agency saw as a successful trial run last tax season.

  • Judge cites Friday error, will reopen Paul Pelosi attacker's sentencing

    May 2024

    SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A federal judge will reopen the sentencing hearing for the man who broke into Nancy Pelosi's San Francisco home and bludgeoned her husband with a hammer after the judge failed to allow him to speak during his court appearance last week.

  • New owner of Clearfield Mall plans to renovate building, bring new retailers

    May 2024

    CLEARFIELD, Pa. - After several months of business planning and negotiations, the Clearfield Mall is under new ownership. Justin Bartholomew of Pennmark Real Estate Investors said over the next coming weeks, customers and tenants will notice an uptick in maintenance.

  • Pair fined for illegal killing of 'trophy' white-tailed deer

    May 2024

    CAMBRIA CO., Pa. (WJAC) — The Pennsylvania Game Commission-Southwest Region has announced details regarding a December 2023 illegal taking of a trophy white-tailed deer in Cambria County.

  • Re-enactors look to bring Revolutionary War era to life at Altoona fort

    May 2024

    ALTOONA, Pa. (WJAC) — This weekend the Revolutionary War era is coming alive as Fort Roberdeau hosts its ranger skills weekend.

  • UPS driver murdered inside delivery truck

    May 2024

    IRVINE, Calif. (TND) — A 50-year-old man who worked for UPS as a delivery driver was shot and killed inside his delivery truck.

  • Centre County elementary students bring holiday cheer to senior living residents

    May 2024

    MILESBURG -- Students from Wingate Elementary school spread some holiday cheer at the Eagle Valley Personal Care home Friday morning in Milesburg.

  • Galleria Mall owner and shopper thoughts on business ahead of Christmas

    May 2024

    On one of the busiest shopping days of the year, the owner of and shoppers at the Johnstown Galleria said they are happy with the progress the mall has made recently.

  • Midsize SUV loses quirk, goes upscale [First Look]

    May 2024

    WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. — The headlights on the Jeep Cherokee were polarizing. There. I said it. Jeep even said it during its press briefing for the refreshed 2019 Jeep Cherokee.

  • South Fork man, 19, accused of sexually assaulting juvenile

    May 2024

    CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Authorities in Cambria County say a South Fork man is behind bars following an investigation into allegations that he repeatedly sexually assaulted a teenage girl.

  • Washington could be first state to recognize Lunar New Year as paid legal holiday

    May 2024

    SEATTLE (KOMO) — Lunar New Year could become a Washington state legal holiday if a new bill gets passed. According to Substitute House Bill 1516, the day of Lunar New Year is on the "

  • What's really behind the drop in border crossings?

    May 2024

    (TND) — U.S. Customs and Border Protection released new figures this week showing the fewest April migrant encounters at the southern border in three years.

  • 'Small town feel:' 63rd Rotary Tournament continues at Windber Area High School

    May 2024

    One of the oldest and longest-running basketball tournaments in Pennsylvania is back again this week in Somerset County. The two-day Rotary Tournament is being hosted for the 63rd year at Windber Area High School, wrapping up Thursday night.

  • 3 homeless friends go from tents to apartments in just months

    May 2024

    PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — KATU is On Your Side covering the homeless crisis that has gripped our city and the solutions that are working.

  • Explosion in New Castle injures man, damages 30 homes; ATF investigating

    May 2024

    UPDATE | New Castle, PA (WPXI) — Authorities say at least one person was injured during a home explosion in Pennsylvania Tuesday morning.

  • Judge directs Michael Cohen to keep quiet about Trump ahead of his hush money testimony

    May 2024

    NEW YORK (AP) — With Donald Trump's fixer-turned-foe Michael Cohen expected to take the witness stand Monday, the judge in the former president's hush money case issued prosecutors a stern warning: Get Cohen to stop his taunting posts and jabs at Trump.

  • Permitting delays push back re-open date for Somerset Lake

    May 2024

    SOMERSET, Pa. - Anglers will have to wait another year before they can use the waters at Somerset Lake. According to the Fish and Boat Commission, construction at lake has been delayed to due to permitting.

  • Woman donates $2.2 million to DuBois church

    May 2024

    By: Lindsay Ward DUBOIS, Pa. -- A church in a gated community just outside of DuBois, Clearfield County, is not just a place to pray, but to play ball.

  • Clearfield County woman killed in crash, daughter taken to hospital

    May 2024

    BIGLER TOWNSHIP - A 34-year-old Clearfield County woman died in a single-car crash after hitting a tree Friday morning. Cindy Gausman, of Brisbin, was pronounced dead at the scene by Clearfield County Coroner Mike Morris.

  • Johnstown Weather | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

    May 2024

    A Few DownpoursScattered thundershowers return to the forecast for Wednesday, but it won't rain the entire day. We'll see some sunshine with highs mainly in the mid and upper 70s.

  • Logan Township police chief resigns over medical issue

    May 2024

    LOGAN TOWNSHIP – Logan Township Police Chief Tim Mercer will resign from his job in March because of an undisclosed medical issue.

  • Officials announce plan to 'modernize' Johnstown postal service processing center

    May 2024

    JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — The future of mail operations at Johnstown’s USPS processing center is a little clearer after officials announced a plan to modernize operations.

  • Organization rescuing pets from Afghanistan completes fundraising, 11 dogs headed to Maine

    May 2024

    A mission to fly more than 300 hundred rescue dogs and cats from Afghanistan to the U.S. with some headed for Maine is officially fully funded and ready to take off.

  • Three Philadelphia men arrested after major drug bust in Altoona

    May 2024

    ALTOONA.-- More than 2,000 of packets of heroin will never be on the streets of Altoona. It was intercepted by Altoona police and now three people are behind bars.

  • Critics demand ban on popular method over cancer risk concerns

    May 2024

    WASHINGTON (TND) — A debate is brewing over decaf coffee, with critics calling for a ban on the most common method that uses a chemical.

  • Dept. of L&I launches redesigned CareerLink website to assist Pa workers

    May 2024

    HARRISBURG, Pa (WJAC) — The Department of Labor and Industry announced that it has launched the redesigned PA CareerLink website, which will make it easier for Pennsylvania workers and employers to connect with one another.

  • Get a 1st look at the 1st babies of 2024 including this one, born a mere 16 seconds in

    May 2024

    WASHINGTON (TND) — It's a rite of passage for the new year. Let's check out some of the first babies born in 2024.

  • Huntingdon County DA says investigations ongoing into deaths of Trooper Weaver, Robison

    May 2024

    HUNTINGDON – Huntingdon County District Attorney David Smith said Friday that the investigations into the shooting death of Pennsylvania State Trooper Landon Weaver last month and the Dec.

  • Man arrested in death of former Pittsburgh Penguin Adam Johnson released on bail

    May 2024

    UPDATE | Reports say the man who was arrested Tuesday in the death investigation of former Pittsburgh Penguins' hockey player Adam Johnson has been released on bail.

  • PA State Senator Wayne Langerholc holds presentation on PA Small Games of Chance Law

    May 2024

    According to the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue, The PA Crimes Code provides that all forms of gambling are illegal unless the Pennsylvania Legislature authorizes the gambling activity by statute.

  • 'Would you listen?' Convicted child abuser Jerry Sandusky continues to fight for new trial

    May 2024

    Centre Co., PA (WJAC) — He's been jailed for well over a decade but convicted child abuser Jerry Sandusky continues to fight for a new trial as another hearing in his appeal process was held Thursday in Centre County.

  • 'You know what I did:' Man stabbed woman outside Cambria Co. senior center, police say

    May 2024

    Cambria Co., PA (WJAC) — Authorities in Cambria County say a Saltsburg man is behind bars after he allegedly stabbed a woman, in the parking lot of an area senior living facility, after asking her if she had jumper cables.

  • Downtown State College Waffle Shop to be closed until further notice following fire

    May 2024

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  • Johnstown advances to semi-final bracket of Pony League World Series

    May 2024

    Washington County, PA (WJAC) — Moving on! Johnstown has advanced to the semi-final portion of the Pony League World Series bracket after defeating Chinese Taipei by a score of 4-2 Monday evening.

  • Man buys Coney Island water slide

    May 2024

    CINCINNATI (WKRC) — When news broke that Coney Island in Cincinnati would close for good in December of 2023, many in the Tri-State were devastated, but Adam Woltermann decided to take action, in an effort to preserve at least part of the historic park.

  • PSCOA renews call to prioritize COVID-19 vaccines for Corrections Officers

    May 2024

    (WJAC) — "When we walk in, you basically cross your fingers and hope that you don't come into contact with somebody that has it.

  • Adaptive bikes and strollers given to local children with special needs

    May 2024

    Johnstown, Pa. (WJAC) — Before Thursday, 11-year-old Aaliyah King - who has a form of down syndrome - was held back when playing with her siblings.

  • Injured Philipsburg-Osceola forfeits the remainder of football season

    May 2024

    PHILIPSBURG, Pa. (WJAC) — Philipsburg-Osceola’s football season has come to a premature end, the school’s athletic director confirmed Monday. Athletic Director Bob Mann told 6 News that the team has suffered too many injuries for it to continue; it's down to 21 players after starting with 38.

  • New details revealed in decades-old library killing

    May 2024

    UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WJAC) — The murder mystery of a coed stabbed to death in the Pattee Library at Penn State's University Park campus is now 50 years old.

  • Police confident of eventual arrest in mall shooting

    May 2024

    MONROEVILLE, Pa. (AP) — Authorities are expressing confidence about an eventual arrest in a shooting outside a western Pennsylvania mall that prompted an evacuation

  • Some VCU graduates walk out of commencement Saturday during Gov. Youngkin address

    May 2024

    RICHMOND, Va. (7News/AP) — Dozens of graduating students at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) walked out Saturday, May 11 during an address by Gov.

  • Which states could have abortion on the ballot in 2024?

    May 2024

    MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) — South Dakota advocates submitted petitions Wednesday in their effort to amend the state constitution to include the right to abortion, at least under some circumstances.

  • Barred Owl crashes into glass wall of downtown Portland Apple Store

    May 2024

    PORTLAND, Ore. – An owl on the hunt in downtown Portland crashed into the glass wall of the Apple Store this week, leaving the bird dazed on the sidewalk after a nearly 20-foot fall, the Audubon Society of Portland said.

  • Huntingdon county community holds vigil for injured trooper, rallies in support of his recovery

    May 2024

    Dozens gathered at the Alabaster House Church to hold a vigil for Lt. James Wagner, who is in critical condition after a shooting in Mifflintown, Juniata County.

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    May 2024

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  • Kennywood Park plans to retire 'Log Jammer' after 42 years

    May 2024

    WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. – After 42 years, Kennywood Park officials said Thursday they plan to retire the "Log Jammer" at the end of the season.

  • Texas DPS shares mugshots linked to recent human smuggling arrests

    May 2024

    EL PASO, Texas (KFOX) — The Texas Department of Public Safety's West Texas Regional office distributed a lineup of photos showing people who were arrested in the El Paso area for human smuggling between April 19 and May 16.

  • US Air Force airlifts critically ill cruise ship passenger in dramatic 8-hour rescue

    May 2024

    WASHINGTON (TND) — The U.S. Air Force made a dramatic medical rescue over the weekend and airlifted a critically ill passenger from a Carnival cruise ship 350 nautical miles offshore.

  • Abandoned cats found in box in Altoona, according to Central PA Humane Society

    May 2024

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  • Bellwood man charged for stealing guns from local hardware store

    May 2024

    A 20-year-old Bellwood man has been charged after he allegedly broke into a local hardware store in June and stole multiple guns.

  • Downtown Philipsburg to begin hosting weekly farmer's market this weekend

    May 2024

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  • Multiple animals killed as massive fire engulfs chicken farm in Texas

    May 2024

    BRYAN, Texas (TND) — A massive fire engulfed a chicken farm in Texas and killed multiple animals, according to authorities. The Bryan Fire Department shared images of the fire, which showed huge flames and a giant plume of smoke at Feather Crest Chicken Farm in Brazos County.

  • Pay-what-you-can restaurant nears opening in DuBois

    May 2024

    DUBOIS, Pa. — After more than two years of fundraising, a pay-what-you-can restaurant in Clearfield County served its first customers Friday.

  • Penn State WR Parker Washington to miss remainder of season with injury

    May 2024

    University Park, PA (WJAC) — The Penn State Nittany Lions will be without their top receiver for the remainder of the season.

  • Altoona couple charged after overdosing with children in the home, police say

    May 2024

    BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — An Altoona couple is facing felony child endangerment charges after police say they overdosed early Wednesday morning with children in the home.

  • Altoona gears up for baseball season with yearly Curvefest at Peoples Natural Gas field

    May 2024

    Johnstown, Pa — Spring is right around the corner and with that comes baseball! 6 News took a trip to Curvefest located at Peoples Natural Gas field in Altoona where in just a few short weeks baseball will be played again.

  • Furever Friends: Pets available for adoption

    May 2024

    It’s time to help you find your Fur-ever Friend on 6 News! This month we hope to help you find your Fur-ever Friends as we feature not one but two cats from the Cambria County Humane Society, Tootsie and Crush.

  • No. 1 PSU wrestling handles Michigan State

    May 2024

    UNIVERSITY PARK -- No. 1 Penn State (12-0, 8-0 B1G) took care of visiting Michigan State (9-7, 3-5 B1G) in front of yet another sold out Rec Hall crowd.

  • Over 30 malnourished dogs rescued from Texas property by sheriff's department

    May 2024

    POTEET, Texas (WOAI/KABB) — Police in Texas removed over 30 malnourished dogs Wednesday from a property just north of Poteet.

  • 'I'm going to jail:' Homer City man charged in fatal DUI crash was driving over 100 MPH

    May 2024

    INDIANA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — State police in Indiana County say a Homer City man is behind bars after being charged in a fatal DUI crash that occurred in Pine Township last year.

  • At Cambria County 911 center, precise location is critical part of process

    May 2024

    EBENSBURG -- According to the Federal Communications Commission, it's estimated that about 70 percent of 911 calls are placed from wireless phones and that percentage is growing.

  • Greater Johnstown student surprised with full academic scholarship to college

    May 2024

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  • PA wine industry on the rise; PSU hosts annual conference

    May 2024

    CENTRE COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Pennsylvania's wine industry is among the best in the country and continues to increase its economic impact.

  • Sheetz offering free meal and car wash in honor of Veterans Day

    May 2024

    Veteran's Day is a day of remembrance and Sheetz wants to make sure they show their respect. To display their gratitude, Sheetz will be offering a free meal and free car wash at all its more than 600 locations.

  • Woman charged as accomplice in Windber shooting

    May 2024

    WINDBER -- Windber police filed charges against Heather Singer on Thursday for conspiracy in a case that involves her ex-boyfriend, 23-year-old Cortland Michalides.

  • As spotted lanternfly threat spreads, PSU researchers trying to identify natural predators

    May 2024

    CENTRE CO., Pa. (WJAC) — The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture warned people about spotted lanternfly Wednesday. The invasive species has spread to dozens of counties over the years and threatens certain industries.

  • Coroner IDs victims of fatal Indiana Co. fire

    May 2024

    Indiana County, PA (WJAC) — Indiana County coroner Jerry Overman has identified the victims of Saturday's fatal house fire in East Wheatfield Township.

  • Jury convicts man of driving SUV into Christmas parade crowd, killing 6 people

    May 2024

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  • Local business owner shares impact of Coronavirus

    May 2024

    HUNTINGDON, Pa. (WJAC) -- Standing Stone Coffee Company in Huntingdon Borough was among the few businesses that did not have to shut down operations because the pandemic, but the business still took a hit.

  • Man convicted in deadly Rush Township stabbing sentenced to over two decades in prison

    May 2024

    Centre Co., PA (WJAC) — A Philipsburg man who was convicted this summer in a deadly stabbing incident in Rush Township has been sentenced.

  • THON 2023 rocks in its first day

    May 2024

    UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WJAC) — Penn State THON 2023 has kicked off. Thousands of people are packing themselves into the Bryce Jordan Center all weekend long, to support the largest student-run philanthropy in the world, benefitting children with cancer.

  • 'Pro-life Spiderman' arrested for climbing Oklahoma's tallest building

    May 2024

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  • 3rd person dies after tanker truck with jet fuel hits 2 cars on Pennsylvania Turnpike, police say

    May 2024

    WORCESTER, Pa. (AP) — Authorities say a third person has died as a result of a weekend crash on the Pennsylvania Turnpike involving a tanker truck carrying jet fuel and a pair of stopped cars.

  • Biden administration moving ahead on $1 billion arms package for Israel, sources say

    May 2024

    WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration has told key lawmakers it is sending a new package of more than $1 billion in arms and ammunition to Israel, two congressional aides said Tuesday.

  • Biden leaves Seattle; What the president did during his visit to the Emerald City

    May 2024

    SEATTLE (KOMO) — President Joe Biden visitedthe Emerald City Friday and Saturday as part of his reelection campaign. Biden flew out of Seattle Saturday afternoon after a "

  • Man charged with homicide in slaying of McKeesport police officer

    May 2024

    MCKEESPORT, Pa. (AP) — A man is facing homicide and other charges in the shooting and killing of one police officer, and the wounding of a second officer after they responded to a domestic disturbance call in western Pennsylvania.

  • Saxton Volunteer Fire Company mourns passing of member

    May 2024

    SAXTON - The Saxton Volunteer Fire Company in Bedford County is mourning the loss of a crew member after they responded to a call involving one of their own.

  • Conemaugh Valley notches baseball, softball wins

    May 2024

    JOHNSTOWN -- Conemaugh Valley swept its doubleheader against Conemaugh Township Tuesday. Melanie Lint pitched a shutout in a 10-0 win in the softball game, while Jake Kitner recorded his 100th career strikeout in a 2-0 win in the baseball game.

  • Duffy's pinch-hit lifts Cubs over Pirates 3-2

    May 2024

    CHICAGO (AP) — Pinch-hitter Matt Duffy had a go-ahead single in the seventh inning, reliever Keegan Thompson pitched three scoreless innings for his first major league victory and the Chicago Cubs beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-2 for their fifth straight win.

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    May 2024

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  • Las Vegas tourist celebrating 21st birthday lands over $362K jackpot

    May 2024

    LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — What started as a typical night of fun turned into a once-in-a-lifetime experience for one lucky tourist.

  • Troopers searching for two men following late-night armed robbery at Coalport Minit-Mart

    May 2024

    Clearfield Co., PA (WJAC) — State police in Clearfield County are searching for two men following an armed robbery late Wednesday night at the Nittany Minit-Mart in Coalport Borough.

  • William R. Newman Adoption Center opens in Bedford Township

    May 2024

    (WJAC) — BEDFORD TOWNSHIP, Pa. – A new animal shelter opened in Bedford County. The William R. Newman Adoption Center is located on Bohn Road, near the Cessna exit of I-99.

  • 'Man in a ladies event'

    May 2024

    ESBJERG, Denmark (TND) — Semi-pro darts player Deta Hedman forfeited a match at the Denmark Open darts competition Saturday after being matched with a transgender opponent.

  • AASD teacher tests positive for COVID-19 as staff prepares for start of school: Officials

    May 2024

    ALTOONA, Pa. (WJAC) — A teacher for Altoona Area School District has tested positive for the coronavirus as staff prepare for students to return to school, officials confirm.

  • Influencer Dylan Mulvaney coming to Penn State for Q&A

    May 2024

    CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Penn State University's Student Programming Association (PSA) is hosting an event with popular transgender influencer, Dylan Mulvaney.

  • Northern Cambria K-9 Unit re-established after months of fundraising

    May 2024

    CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — There's a new furry friend now protecting the streets of Northern Cambria. Kato, a two-year-old Belgian Malinois, joined the team in July after several weeks of intense training.

  • Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, predicts 6 more weeks of winter

    May 2024

    Punxsutawney, PA (WJAC) — As thousands gathered at Gobbler's Knob Thursday morning, Punxsutawney Phil emerged from his burrow to perform his annual Groundhog Day duties where he predicted six more weeks of winter.

  • Strip club to file federal lawsuit against Portage Borough

    May 2024

    The owner of a Cambria County strip club is planning on filing a federal lawsuit against Portage Borough and several officials.

  • 'Sing 2' brings bigger, bolder pageantry

    May 2024

    Sing 2 3 out of 5 Stars Director: Garth Jennings Writer: Garth Jennings Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, Scarlett Johansson

  • Colts, Steelers eager to show they can shine in prime time

    May 2024

    INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay started asking the question three years ago. Why wasn’t his team hosting more prime-time games?

  • How Model S, Model X are built [Video]

    May 2024

    While the lithium-ion battery "Gigafactory" under construction in Nevada continues to get most of the attention, Tesla's existing assembly plant in Fremont, California, continues to steadily churn out electric cars.

  • Pittsburgh-area man fondled sleeping woman on flight

    May 2024

    PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A Pittsburgh-area man has been charged with fondling a sleeping woman who sat next to him on a flight from Las Vegas.

  • Storm-weary Texas battered again as powerful storm kills 1, causes widespread damage

    May 2024

    HOUSTON (AP) — Power outages remained widespread in storm-weary Texas after another burst of severe weather flooded streets, uprooted trees and ripped off roofs.

  • Trump ignores his own rhetoric, calls Biden weak on antisemitism

    May 2024

    NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump is accusing Joe Biden of offering a weak response to antisemitism, wielding the clashes on colleges campuses over the war in Gaza as a campaign issue.

  • Adapted version of "Dickens of a Christmas" comes to Downtown Ebensburg

    May 2024

    CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Ebensburg is still finding a way to celebrate the holiday season despite the pandemic. Saturday, Downtown Ebensburg hosted their "

  • Iconic Mirage in Las Vegas closing after 34 years for Hard Rock rebranding

    May 2024

    LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The Mirage on the Las Vegas Strip will close on Wednesday, July 17, as it prepares for renovations and rebranding as a Hard Rock International property.

  • Local first responders train for railroad incidents aboard Norfolk Southern safety train

    May 2024

    Members from the City of Altoona Fire Department and local emergency management agencies went aboard Norfolk Southern’s safety train in Altoona on Tuesday.

  • Man accused of killing wife with children inside their Massachusetts home

    May 2024

    Gardner, MA (TND/WJAR) — A manhunt is underway for a man authorities said killed his wife while their children were at home.

  • North Carolina man and bear give each other a scare

    May 2024

    ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A Ring camera captured the moment an Asheville man and a bear came face to face, giving each other a scare.

  • State College restaurant, business owner accused of failing to pay over $600K in taxes

    May 2024

    State College, PA (WJAC) — Authorities with the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General have charged a State College restaurant/business owner for allegedly failing to pay hundreds of thousands of dollars in taxes.

  • Father who drove family off a California cliff suffered psychotic break, doctors say

    May 2024

    SAN MATEO COUNTY, Ca. (TND) — A father who allegedly drove his vehicle off a California cliff with his family inside was suffering from a psychotic break at the time of the incident, doctors testified in court.

  • FL couple recovering after being thrown from home in storm

    May 2024

    JAY, Fla. (WPEC) — A couple thrown from their home during Friday's storms in Florida is now recovering. The husband spoke to WEAR to describe the terrifying moments.

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    May 2024

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  • Medics treat children after elementary student brings marijuana edibles to school

    May 2024

    ALGODONES, N.M. (KFOX14/CBS4) — Bernalillo Public Schools in New Mexico are investigating after a student brought edible THC infused candies to Algodones Elementary School and shared them with 14 other students.

  • Police serve search warrant to OSU fraternity amid dead longhorn incident

    May 2024

    STILLWATER, Okla. (KOKH) — Police served a search warrant Wednesday to an Oklahoma State fraternity allegedly involved in the disposing of a dead longhorn onto another fraternity’s front lawn.

  • Telehealth, rural physician bills clear committee

    May 2024

    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.

  • 2 dead, 28 injured including 15 minors, after mass shooting at South Baltimore block party

    May 2024

    BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Gunfire that erupted during a block party early Sunday morning left two people dead and 28 others injured, according to Baltimore City Police.

  • Clearfield Co. courthouse closes due to positive COVID test result, commissioners confirm

    May 2024

    UPDATE:CLEARFIELD CO, Pa (WJAC) — Clearfield County Commissioner Dave Glass confirmed that Friday's closure of the courthouse and Annex building is due to a positive COVID test result.

  • Johnstown Tomahawks release schedule for 2019-20 season

    May 2024

    JOHNSTOWN — The Johnstown Tomahawks, in conjunction with the NAHL, have announced the schedule for the 2019-20 season. The Tomahawks will defend their season title starting on the road against rivals Wilkes-Barre on September 13-14 and will open at home when they welcome the New Jersey Titans to 1ST SUMMIT ARENA on Friday, September 27 at 7:30pm.

  • Police ID body found on Route 403; believed to be victim of homicide

    May 2024

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  • Steelers fan to be reunited with 'sentimental' Terrible Towel that was lost

    May 2024

    UPDATE |Pittsburgh (WJAC) — A happy update as Steelers fan Morgan Koester posted to Facebook late Monday that a fellow fan did indeed find her lost Terrible Towel during Sunday's game at Acrisure Stadium.

  • Woman seriously injured while cliff jumping at Raystown Lake, officials say

    May 2024

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  • 'I make love to men daily, but in the imagination'

    May 2024

    WASHINGTON (TND) — In a 1982 letter to his then-girlfriend, former President Barack Obama wrote about having homosexual sexual fantasies, the New York Post reports.

  • 33 arrests made after DC police clear out pro-Palestine encampment at GWU's campus

    May 2024

    WASHINGTON (7News) — About 33 arrests were made after D.C. Police cleared out an encampment early Wednesday morning by several pro-Palestinian protesters who occupied George Washington University's campus for nearly two weeks.

  • Active shooter drill at Blair County high school gets students involved

    May 2024

    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.

  • Annual Punkin' Chunkin' Festival sees in-person return

    May 2024

    HOWARD, Pa. (WJAC) — Saturday, the Howard Fire Company Punpkin' Chunkin' Festival saw folks gather to watch some gourds get chucked over the lake at Bald Eagle State Park, to help fundraise for the local fire department.

  • Clearfield business owner accused of 'grooming' teen employee, police say

    May 2024

    Clearfield Co., PA (WJAC) — Authorities with the Lawrence Township police department say a Clearfield County businessman is facing charges, accused of "

  • Somerset County businesses receive $1.2 million in CARES Act Funding, last of grants

    May 2024

    SOMERSET, Pa. (WJAC) — As we are over nine months into the coronavirus pandemic, businesses are still dealing with the effects of shutdowns and loss of business.

  • 'Endless Horizons' program lets you retire on luxury cruise ship

    May 2024

    FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (WKRC) - A company's "Endless Horizons" program lets you retire on a luxury cruise ship. Villa Vie Residences was described as an innovator in modern-day residential cruising.

  • Altoona Area SD will continue virtual learning until teachers are vaccinated

    May 2024

    ALTOONA, Pa. (WJAC) — Students in the Altoona Area School District will continue virtual learning for the foreseeable future, officials decided Thursday night.

  • California wildlife officials remove mountain lion from shed after it eats turkey

    May 2024

    Hesperia, CA — In Southern California, a mountain lion caused quite the scare for a family after devouring their turkey.

  • Gas leak prompts temporary evacuations in Somerset Borough

    May 2024

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  • Lebanon Police make triple homicide arrests of third person, woman accused of helping

    May 2024

    LEBANON, Pa. (WHP) — Update: A week after the tragic shooting deaths of an eight, nine and 19-year-old in Lebanon, the search for the third suspect has come to a conclusion.

  • Mount Nittany revises visitor policy due to local 'uptick' in COVID-19 cases

    May 2024

    CENTRE CO, Pa (WJAC) — Mount Nittany Health announced Friday that it has revised it's visitation policy due to a recent, local "

  • Businesses warning customers they are still open

    April 2024

    JOHNSTOWN - An urgent message is being sent to customers from businesses in the Moxham and Hornerstown areas of the city.

  • More tax credits could be coming to drivers with electric vehicles

    April 2024

    WASHINGTON (TND) — A few new rule changes by the U.S. government could allow more electric vehicle owners to get a tax credit.

  • Portage Borough declares snow emergency

    April 2024

    PORTAGE, Pa. (WJAC) — A snow emergency has been declared in Portage Borough, officials say. Mayor James Kissell said the snow and ice emergency is effective immediately and will last until 6:00 a.

  • Somerset market ownership passed on to next generation

    April 2024

    After more than 40 years of owning Roof Garden Market in Somerset, Brian S. Costea has decided to retire. Now, he is passing the ownership onto the next generation.

  • Visit Johnstown stepping down as organizer of Thunder in the Valley

    April 2024

    UPDATE:Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — Visit Johnstown officials said planning Thunder in the Valley was taking up too much of the organization's time and losing money each year, resulting in them stepping down as the organizers.

  • Wolf signs unemployment compensation bill, Altoona call center to reopen by May

    April 2024

    HARRISBURG – Gov. Tom Wolf on Monday signed Senate Bill 250 into law. It provides a temporary infusion of resources to improve customer service for the unemployment compensation service centers operated by the Department of Labor and Industry.

  • 3.2 million trout being stocked across PA as anglers gear up for statewide opening day

    April 2024

    CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — It was a great day to get outside Monday and with Pennsylvania’s trout fishing season opening soon, millions of trout are now being added, at numerous state waterway sites.

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  • Penn State to debut retro uniforms Sept. 30 against Indiana

    April 2024

    UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- Penn State will debut throwback uniforms when the football team plays Indiana on Sept. 30. But the uniforms won't call to mind just one bygone era.

  • Penn State wraps up spring practice with Blue-White game, still hasn't named starting QB

    April 2024

    UNIVERSITY PARK — A perfect mix of clear skies and sun greeted Nittany Lion fans as 61,000 watched Blue top White, 24-7, in the annual Blue-White Game to close out the spring practice calendar for the Penn State football program.

  • Physician assistant among 2 charged in prescription drugs case

    April 2024

    CLEARFIELD - A medical physician assistant and a Clearfield County man were charged by the Pennsylvania Attorney General for conspiring in a prescription drug arrangement.

  • What's a deficit? Diving into the government's spending patterns

    April 2024

    WASHINGTON (TND) — Tax season wrapped up last month, and according to the U.S. Department of Treasury, the federal government has collected $2.

  • 2 Democratic candidates named Bob Ferguson withdraw from WA governor's race

    April 2024

    SEATTLE (KOMO) — Washington Attorney General (AG) Bob Ferguson addressed recent developments in the state's governor's race Monday morning, days after two people named Robert Ferguson joined the ballot.

  • Joe Exotic reaches out to Kim Kardashian for help getting out of jail

    April 2024

    HOLLYWOOD (WKRC) - Joe Maldonado-Passage, better known as Joe Exotic, reached out to Kim Kardashian for help getting out of prison.

  • Police respond to shooting in Harrisburg

    April 2024

    DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa (WHP) — Two people are dead and several others injured after a shooting in Harrisburg Tuesday night.

  • Windber Wings-N-Waves cancelled in response to new COVID-19 restrictions

    April 2024

    WINDBER, Pa. (WJAC) — Windber Wings-N-Waves has been cancelled following Gov. Tom Wolf’s newly announced restrictions to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

  • Woman charged in death of infant found in paint bucket

    April 2024

    ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — The mother of a newborn whose body was found in a paint bucket in the basement of her Pennsylvania home has been charged in the baby's death.

  • Construction paused on Johnstown Inclined Plane project, officials announce

    April 2024

    Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — Officials announced Wednesday that construction on the Johnstown Inclined Plane rehabilitation project has been paused after an "

  • GOP senators call to defund Syracuse University after convicted killer found at encampment

    April 2024

    SYRACUSE, N.Y. (TND) — Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., and Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., say Syracuse University should lose its federal funding after a convicted killer was found staying at an anti-Israel encampment on its campus.

  • Luke Combs refunds boys who stacked wood to pay for concert tickets

    April 2024

    BANGOR, Maine (WGME) — Country music star Luke Combs helped make a Maine boy's 12th birthday extra special Friday night.

  • New legislation prompts changes to PA dog license laws; what owners need to know

    April 2024

    Officials say changes are coming down from the state for dog licenses that owners need to be aware of. New legislation has been passed to protect dog breeders, which makes it so all dogs will need to be licensed at 8 weeks of age, that's as soon as you buy or adopt a new puppy and take it home.

  • Restaurant holds fundraiser for Bedford County Players

    April 2024

    BEDFORD, Pa. (WJAC) -- Preparing a five-course meal is something Stefano Ferrari and his staff do every Friday and Saturday night at his restaurant and marketplace, LIFeSTYLE.

  • University of Florida president slams campus protests as 'stupid and reductionistic'

    April 2024

    GAINSVILLE, Fla. (TND) — University of Florida (UF) President Ben Sasse offered harsh words for pro-Palestine protesters on college campuses this week.

  • House Republicans target NPR in hearing over alleged bias, push to revoke federal funding

    April 2024

    WASHINGTON (TND) — House Republicans continued a push to take away federal funds from National Public Radio after an op-ed written by an editor sparked a controversy over whether political favoritism was playing a factor in its coverage.

  • Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber are expecting their first baby

    April 2024

    NEW YORK (TND) — Baby Bieber Fever!! Pop star Justin Bieber and his model wife Hailey Bieber are about to become parents.

  • New candidate announces run for state representative

    April 2024

    A new candidate announced they are running for a state representative spot in the upcoming election Saturday at an event hosted by the Cambria County Republican Committee.

  • Opossum found hanging from tree in Armstrong County; authorities investigating illegal killing of an

    April 2024

    BETHEL TOWNSHIP, PA. (WJAC) — Authorities with the Pennsylvania Game Commission say they are investigating the illegal killing of a Virginia opossum, in Armstrong County, after the animal was reportedly found hanging from a tree with a "

  • Sheriff described home as 'Swiss cheese' after video captures shooting that killed child

    April 2024

    SAN ANTONIO (WOAI/KABB) — A 4-year-old girl died after she and four others inside a Texas home were shot in a possible targeted shooting.

  • Steelers QB Kenny Pickett suffered bone bruise, not expected to miss significant time

    April 2024

    Pittsburgh (WJAC) — According to reports from multiple NFL Insiders, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett is not expected to miss a significant amount of time after suffering a knee injury in Sunday's blowout loss to the Texans.

  • 'I believe tragedy was prevented;' Law enforcement speaks on Westmont shooting plot

    April 2024

    Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — Two teenagers are behind bars after authorities tell 6 News they were in the "planning phases" of a school shooting at Westmont Hilltop High School.

  • Bald Eagle Area wrestling wins on senior night

    April 2024

    Below are scores from area high school and college games on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018. HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING Bald Eagle Area 44, Philipsburg-Osceola 26

  • Caitlin Westerholm

    April 2024

    Meteorologist Caitlin Westerholm joined WJAC in March 2021 as the Weekend Meteorologist. Prior to moving to Johnstown, Caitlin worked as a Meteorologist at WBNG in Binghamton, NY while finishing up her degree at Millersville University.

  • McDonald's management reaches out to laid off Qualfon employees

    April 2024

    Cambria County, PA — The marketing consultant, Qualfon announced late last month that they are going to be laying off roughly 206 employees by March 24th.

  • Police searching for missing Freeport teen

    April 2024

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  • Teen boy killed in overnight house fire in Clearfield County

    April 2024

    Clearfield Co., PA (WJAC) — Clearfield County Coroner Kim Shaffer-Snyder has confirmed to 6 News that a 14-year-old boy was killed in an overnight house fire in Huston Township.

  • 700-pound bear taken in 5th best bear harvest ever in Pennsylvania

    April 2024

    Harrisburg, PA — Its that time of the year... the 2021 Pennsylvania bear hunters report was released from the Pennsylvania Game Commission.

  • Indiana University of Pennsylvania unveils $90 million John J. and Char Kopchik Hall

    April 2024

    Over 400 people showed up to celebrate the grand opening of the John J. and Char Kopchik Hall at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania during a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday.

  • Overdose death of West Hills officer linked to department's evidence storage, jeopardizes active cas

    April 2024

    CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa — Cambria County’s District attorney and coroner announced Wednesday the death of a West Hills officer was caused by an overdose of drugs they said came from his department’s evidence storage.

  • Penguins announce $30M upgrade plans for PPG Paints Arena

    April 2024

    Pittsburgh (WJAC) — The Pittsburgh Penguins have unveiled plans to upgrade PPG Paints Arena. According to ateam release, the $30 million improvement project will reportedly include the addition of two new bunker suites and an "

  • Special Olympics Summer games cancelled because of air quality concerns

    April 2024

    State College, PA (WJAC) — The Pennsylvania Special Olympics summer games, which were set to start Thursday in Centre County, were canceled just as teams from across the state began to arrive.

  • Veterans helping veterans at SCI-Houtzdale

    April 2024

    HOUTZDALE - The Veterans Service Unit at the State Correctional Institute at Houtzdale is a place filled with men from all backgrounds: the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard.

  • Genetic Testing at Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center

    April 2024

    Kimberly Knapp discusses genetic testing a patient may need when they come to the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center. Knapp also talks about the Pink Ribbon Care Fund, an exclusive program at the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center, and how its helping to ease the financial burden for patients.

  • Naked man causes disturbance in Clearfield County

    April 2024

    CURWENSVILLE – A 35-year-old Clearfield County man faces multiple charges after he was seen walking naked through downtown and was taken into custody.

  • Nesquik launches new flavor: Cinnamon Churro

    April 2024

    Scoop. Stir. Enjoy! The makers of Nesquik announced a new flavor: Cinnamon Churro. It will be available started on June 6 in celebration of National Churro Day.

  • Pens playoff streak in jeopardy after 5-2 loss to Chicago

    April 2024

    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.

  • Schedule for Friday Night Rivals

    April 2024

    WJAC has announced the upcoming season of McDonald’s Friday Night Rivals games. Tune to Me-TV or watch the live stream at WJACTV.

  • Steelers re-sign veteran NT Montravius Adams

    April 2024

    PITTSBURGH (WJAC) — According to NFL Insider Adam Schefter, veteran defensive lineman Montravius Adams is reportedly returning to the Pittsburgh Steelers on a two-year deal.

  • a look at the financial toll of the Jerry Sandusky scandal on Penn State

    April 2024

    Centre Co., PA (WJAC) — Friday marked the 10th anniversary of the arrest of Jerry Sandusky which began a chain reaction of events that included head coach Joe Paterno being fired, and three university administrators being arrested.

  • Boutique Air to take over commercial flight services at Johnstown airport

    April 2024

    JOHNSTOWN, Pa - A new airline will be taking over commercial flights at John Murtha Johnstown-Cambria County Airport starting in October.

  • Chad Daybell sentenced to death for triple murder in jury decision

    April 2024

    BOISE, Idaho (KUTV) — Chad Daybell was sentenced to death Saturday for the murders of his wife and his girlfriend’s two youngest children in Idaho.

  • Hunters should be careful as study finds coronavirus in white-tailed deer

    April 2024

    UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WJAC) — Penn State researchers are urging hunters to be careful as recent studies suggest that white-tailed deer could be a reservoir for the SARS-CoV-2 virus which causes COVID-19.

  • Owners of Silver Drive in looking for fresh faces to take over operations

    April 2024

    Owners of the iconic Silver Drive In in Richland are looking for fresh faces to keep the operations running. But a promise has been made to keep the facility open until a new owner is found.

  • Pirates top pitching prospect Paul Skenes to begin 2024 season in Triple-A

    April 2024

    PITTSBURGH (WJAC) — Pittsburgh Pirates top pitching prospect Paul Skenes will reportedly begin the 2024 season with the organization's Triple-A affiliate, the Indianapolis Indians, team GM Ben Cherington told reporters Monday.

  • Altoona Driver License Center to reopen following renovations

    April 2024

    ALTOONA, Pa. (WJAC) — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced Wednesday that the Driver License Center at 1738A 9th Ave. in Altoona will reopen.

  • Altoona's Lakemont Park to close this summer for renovations

    April 2024

    ALTOONA – Lakemont Park will be closed for renovations this summer, but will reopen on Friday, Nov. 17, for the 21st annual Holiday Lights On The Lake, officials said Tuesday.

  • Florida school pioneers pouch system to lock away student cell phones during class

    April 2024

    LANTANA, Fla. (WPEC) — A school in Florida has found an interesting way of keeping students from using their cell phones during the day.

  • Free app allows tracking of 2019 cicada brood

    April 2024

    JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — You’ve probably heard by now that a massive swarm of 17-year cicadas are expected to emerge from the ground in parts of western Pennsylvania this spring.

  • Indiana County mother admits to 'smothering' 9-month-old child, staging scene

    April 2024

    Indiana County, PA (WJAC) — Police in Indiana County say a local mother is behind bars following an investigation into the death of her 9-month-old infant son.

  • Pitt edges Mississippi St in back-and-forth First Four game

    April 2024

    DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Jamarius Burton made a go-ahead jumper with 10 seconds left and Pitt edged Mississippi State 60-59 in a back-and-forth First Four game Tuesday night that featured 21 lead changes — most in the NCAA Tournament in five years.

  • 'Grinch' hands out onions, instead of tickets, to drivers speeding in school zone

    April 2024

    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.

  • Britney Spears says 'all my jewelry was stolen'

    April 2024

    LOS ANGELES (TND) — In a new social media post, pop princess Britney Spears said all her jewelry was stolen. Spears shared a video on Instagram Sunday, showing a close up of a white jewelry armoire with mostly empty drawers.

  • Cambria Co. woman accused of committing healthcare fraud

    April 2024

    Cambria Co., PA (WJAC) — Federal authorities announced that a Cambria County woman has been charged with conspiracy to commit healthcare fraud.

  • More charges filed against PA nurse for intentionally overdosing patients with insulin, killing 17 o

    April 2024

    Authorities say more charges have been filed against a western Pennsylvania nurse who is accused of intentionally overdosing multiple patients with insulin.

  • PA locomotive manufacturer, union reach tentative deal to end 2-month strike

    April 2024

    ERIE, Pa. (AP) — The country's largest locomotive manufacturer and its striking union workers have reached a tentative agreement that could end a two-month strike that saw about 1,400 people walk off the job at its Pennsylvania plant.

  • Public meetings set for Raystown Lake Recreation area

    April 2024

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  • Boy writes emotional poem to father who was 1 of 4 officers killed in North Carolina

    April 2024

    CHARLOTTE, N.C. (TND) — Tributes are pouring in for theofficers who were shot and killed in North Carolina while they were trying to serve a warrant.

  • Irvona man accused of molesting teenage girl

    April 2024

    CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — State police in Clearfield County say an Irvona man is behind bars following an investigation into allegations that he repeatedly sexually abused a teenage girl.

  • Northern Bedford Panthers 2016 Football Schedule

    April 2024

    Friday, 8/26/2016 at 7:00p Moshannon Valley (Houtzdale, PA) Location: Northern Bedford County High School Friday, 9/2/2016 at 7:00p @ West Branch (Morrisdale, PA)

  • Rumble through the Valley still planned for June as organizers looks to sell business

    April 2024

    The owner of a Johnstown restaurant the Stadium Pub & Grill is looking to sell his business, and he is also one of the main organizers of the event looking to step in for Thunder in the Valley.

  • Teamwork brings abducted girl home, search continues for suspect

    April 2024

    Springettsbury Township, York County — On the run. The suspect accused of abducting a two-year-old girl in York County remains on the loose tonight.

  • WJAC hosts town hall on Rager Mountain Gas Leak

    April 2024

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  • Colorado GOP urges parents to pull kids from public schools over new gender identity law

    April 2024

    DENVER (CITC) — The Colorado Republican Party is calling on parents to remove their children from public schools in response to a new state law pertaining to students' gender identities.

  • Community unites to help Centre County family reunite with their dog

    April 2024

    STATE COLLEGE -- Residents of Centre County worked together to help bring a family’s dog back home earlier this week, and now the family wants to thank the thousands of people that came together who helped them.

  • Crayola retires 'dandelion' crayon color

    April 2024

    NEW YORK — Crayola announced on Thursday that the colorDandelion will be retired. It's the first time in their over 100 year history that the company has retired a crayon from the 24-count box.

  • Johnstown UPMC Healthbeat Minute | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

    April 2024

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  • Murder suspect in McDonald's order dispute arrested

    April 2024

    HOUSTON (TND) — A man accused in the slaying of a Texas lawyer who reportedly intervened in a dispute over a McDonald's order is in police custody.

  • Remembering Hurricane Agnes, 50 years later...

    April 2024

    Half a century ago, in June of 1972, Hurricane Agnes caused significant and widespread damage throughout the Mid-Atlantic, including here in our area.

  • Myers Elementary school welcomes new adaptive swing for special needs students

    April 2024

    BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A special adaptive swing is being brought into Myers Elementary school in Bellwood for children with special needs.

  • New "Christine's Law" further regulates removing snow and ice from vehicles

    April 2024

    Governor Wolf recently signed into law Act 90 of 2022 which in part amends Title 75 to implement “Christine’s Law” which further regulates the removal of snow and ice from vehicles.

  • Penn State star DB Kalen King declares for NFL Draft

    April 2024

    University Park, PA (WJAC) — Another one of Penn State's stars has announced that he will be declaring for the 2024 NFL Draft.

  • PSP Lieutenant Wagner released from Penn State Hospital

    April 2024

    PENNSYLVANIA (WHP) — On July 24, 2023, Pennsylvania State Police Lieutenant James Wagner was discharged from Penn State Health Milton S.

  • Steelers inaugural Hall of Honor class comprised of 27

    April 2024

    PITTSBURGH - The Pittsburgh Steelers released their inaugural Hall of Honor class Tuesday morning and it includes 27 former players, coaches and contributors.

  • Your Town 2019: Ebensburg Downtown Shutdown

    April 2024

    EBENSBURG, Pa. (WJAC) — Shutting down the streets and bringing people together. That's the idea behind the Ebensburg Downtown Shutdown.

  • A history of basketball at the Cambria County War Memorial

    April 2024

    JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — The Holiday High School Shootout is underway at the Cambria County War Memorial Arena, and basketball has a long, rich history there.

  • Ashley HomeStore to open at DuBois Mall

    April 2024

    DUBOIS, Pa. - A furniture store that closed last week in Clearfield County will soon reopen as an Ashley HomeStore.

  • Does Kari have what it takes to be a Penn State lacrosse player?

    April 2024

    UNIVERSITY PARK -- 6 Sports reporter Kari Osep suits up with the Penn State Women's Lacrosse team to see what it takes to play with one of the top teams in the country.

  • Governor says budget passed because 'everybody wanted to go home'

    April 2024

    (TCS) — Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is heralding a budget that Republicans say was crammed down taxpayers' throats in the dead of night.

  • Infant found dead along Fulton County roadside had been born 'hours before'

    April 2024

    FULTON COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Authorities in Fulton County are providing new details on the investigation into the "suspicious" death of an infant child.

  • Tennessee donor keeps Uvalde Foundation for Kids open amid 'financial struggles'

    April 2024

    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.

  • Annual 'Arts & Crafts Fair' at Jaffa Shrine returns

    April 2024

    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.

  • Bedford County voters deal with ballot shortages

    April 2024

    Bedford County voters deal with ballot shortages by Crispin Havener Wednesday, Nov 7th 2018WJACThumbnail Bedford County voters had to wait longer to cast their ballots in some precincts because of a shortage in paper ballots.

  • Here's the first taco stand to ever win a Michelin star

    April 2024

    An overhead view of the Tacos El Califa de León taco stand, in Mexico City, Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Tacos El Califa de León is the first ever taco stand to receive a Michelin star from the French dining guide.

  • One person injured after tractor-trailer crashes into St Marys metal company building

    April 2024

    UPDATE | Elk County, PA (WJAC) — Elk County 911 officials confirmed that one person was injured Wednesday afternoon when a tractor-trailer crashed into the Keystone Powdered Metal Company building, located along Route 120, in Saint Marys.

  • Reproductive rights rally held outside Johnstown Planned Parenthood

    April 2024

    Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — Since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last week, many have spoken out nationwide, both for and against the decision.

  • Somerset man grew marijuana in cornfield, distilled moonshine, police say

    April 2024

    ROCKWOOD, Pa. — A Somerset County man is facing criminal charges after police say they searched his farm and found 55 marijuana plants tucked away in a cornfield along with two moonshine stills and 144 sealed mason jars of possible moonshine, according to a police affidavit.

  • City of Scranton wins life-sized Dundie Award from hit show 'The Office'

    April 2024

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  • Game commission warns Pa. hunters of harvesting in high-risk CWD states

    April 2024

    JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Those who travel out of state to hunt deer, elk, mule deer or moose are being reminded they may not be able to bring the animal back without first removing carcass parts that are at high risk for chronic wasting disease.

  • NOAA releases the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Outlook: What to expect

    April 2024

    ARLINGTON, Va. (7News) — The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has released its official outlook for the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season.

  • PSP investigating attempted homicide in Delaware County

    April 2024

    Pennsylvania State Police are investigating after a man fired a gun into another vehicle on I-476 Friday afternoon, a press release states.

  • PSU student admits to downloading child porn out of 'morbid curiosity,' police say

    April 2024

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  • Shooter and PSP Trooper dead, second Trooper seriously injured in Juniata Co.

    April 2024

    Shooter and PSP Trooper dead, second Trooper seriously injured in Juniata Co. Police searching nearby areas for the suspect who was located around 2:45 p.

  • Car smashes into McDonald's drive-through in Lancaster County

    April 2024

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  • Elon Musk questions Tucker Carlson's interview with Larry Sinclair: 'Not super convincing'

    April 2024

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  • Pirates sign 3B Ke'Bryan Hayes to 8-year deal

    April 2024

    PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates are building around third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes. A person with knowledge of the agreement tells The Associated Press the Pirates and Hayes have come to terms on a new eight-year, $70 million deal with the 25-year-old Hayes pending a physical.

  • Troopers identify man killed in Centre County I-80 crash

    April 2024

    CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — UPDATE | State police in Centre County released the name of the person killed in a commercial vehicle crash along Interstate 80 in Snow Shoe Township.

  • Troopers searching for man accused of burglaries, carjacking in Indiana & Westmoreland counties

    April 2024

    Indiana County, PA (WJAC) — Authorities in Westmoreland and Indiana counties are searching for a man accused of multiple burglaries and a carjacking earlier this week.

  • Video of Chick-Fil-A employee holding umbrella for customers goes viral

    April 2024

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  • 'He was a sponge:' IUP football discusses ties to Eagles head coach ahead of Super Bowl

    April 2024

    Cambria County, PA — An NFL coach with ties to our area is about to participate in the "biggest game of his life.

  • Advocates urge Maine lawmakers to ban sale of flavored tobacco products statewide

    April 2024

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  • Amid COVID-19, churches prepare for in person services on Palm Sunday

    April 2024

    DuBois, PA — Amid COVID-19, Lakeside United Methodist Church in DuBois started to do virtual services last year. Pastor Brett Dinger said they launched in person services last June but shut down around Thanksgiving.

  • Cambria County salon gives cancer, hair-loss patients confidence

    April 2024

    RICHLAND TOWNSHIP - Losing your hair because of medical treatments can be traumatic, but a salon in Richland Township is helping people by pairing them with natural wigs.

  • MDJ for Tobyhanna, Tunkhannock Townships arraigned for misrepresenting residency

    April 2024

    MONROE CO, (WOLF) — A Magisterial District Judge for Tobyhanna and Tunkhannock Townships arraigned today. John R. Caffese was arraigned today on criminal charges including Unsworn Falsification to Authorities, False Swearing, Theft by Deception, Receiving Stolen Property, and Obstructing Administration of Law.

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  • Bag with thousands of dollars 'next to the safe' wasn't safe from this cashier, police say

    April 2024

    FRUITLAND PARK, Fla. (TND) — A bag containing almost $5,000 that was supposed to be deposited at the bank didn't get to its destination.

  • Family Dollar and Dollar Tree announce plans to close 1,000 stores

    April 2024

    WASHINGTON (TND) — Discount chain store Family Dollar announced Wednesday that they will close around 1,000 stores. TheReports Results for the Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2023 detailed the decision to close the stores.

  • Galliker's Dairy receives DQ 'Vendor of the Year' award

    April 2024

    Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — Johnstown-based Galliker's Dairy Company announced Wednesday that the company recently received the International Dairy Queen U.S. Dairy Vendor of the Year award.

  • Locally filmed horror movie set to premiere, shot in Cambria-Somerset area

    April 2024

    CAMBRIA/SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A new horror film called "The Boonies" was recently produced by locals...from the boonies. Dave McMillan and Brian Balog are Westmont Hilltop grads turned independent filmmakers.

  • Markie Post, TV veteran actor of 'Night Court,' dies at 70

    April 2024

    NEW YORK (AP) — Markie Post, who played the public defender in the 1980s sitcom "Night Court" and was a regular presence on television for four decades, has died.

  • PSP IDs suspect who shot, wounded trooper in Northumberland County

    April 2024

    2nd UPDATE |State police have released the identity of the suspect who shot and wounded a Pennsylvania State Trooper Wednesday morning in Northumberland County.

  • 2023 FNR Week 8: Harrisburg at State College

    April 2024

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  • Ferndale Yellow Jackets 2016 Football Schedule

    April 2024

    Saturday, 8/20/2016 at 11:00a Williamsburg (Williamsburg, PA) Location: Ferndale High School Friday, 8/26/2016 at 7:00p @ Portage (Portage, PA) Location: Portage High School

  • Former Bellwood school board member arrested; cache of drugs, guns seized

    April 2024

    UPDATE | Blair Co., PA (WJAC) — Authorities are providing new details about what led to police activity in the Bellwood area on Wednesday.

  • Hamas hostage negotiations highlights cracks in Israeli leadership

    April 2024

    WASHINGTON (TND) — Two-hundred and thirty-five days after Alexsander Trufanov was kidnapped on Oct. 7, his loved ones saw him alive on avideo published Tuesday by the group Islamic Jihad.

  • Mother gets 30 to 80 years for drowning of 2 sons in bathtub

    April 2024

    PITTSBURGH -- A Pennsylvania woman who drowned her two youngest sons in their bathtub because she felt that would enable her to be a better mother to their older brother has been sentenced to 30 to 80 years in prison.

  • Popular area band to perform at Jennerstown Speedway

    April 2024

    SOMERSET CO, Pa (WJAC) — The popular area band The Clarks will perform at Jennerstown Speedway Saturday night following the conclusion of the races.