Kohberger Back In Court
Accused killer Bryan Kohberger, a man from Northeastern Pennsylvania, faced a courtroom in Idaho on Wednesday. His attorney and prosecutors debated his trial date… prosecutors pushing for this summer, while the defense argues for next year. Kohberger stands accused of killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022. The judge didn’t make any decision […]
Read MoreNew Jersey Man Convicted Of 2018 Murder In Luzerne County
In Wilkes-Barre Township, a man has been convicted for a 2018 murder. 47 year old Anthony Shaw of East Orange, New Jersey, was charged with the stabbing murder of 39-year-old Cindy Ashton in May 2018. On Wednesday, Shaw was convicted of criminal homicide and sentenced to life in prison without parole.
Read MoreStorms Result In Massive Power Outages In NEPA
Thousands of residents in Northeastern Pennsylvania were left without power due to severe weather conditions. As of 10:45 last night, PPL reported over 16,000 customers were affected. Restoration efforts are underway, but power isn’t expected to be fully restored before 11 tonight.
Read More8 Sentenced For Turkey Torture
8 people here in Pennsylvania have been sentenced for animal abuse at several turkey farms. A court has ruled that the company operating the farms cannot be held liable for the actions of their employees. 8 of those employees pleaded guilty and received probation, during which they are prohibited from working with animals. A 9th […]
Read MoreGunfire In Scranton Results In Arrests
In Scranton, two juveniles have been arrested after reported gunfire. Scranton Police on Wednesday responded to the 1200 block of Penn Avenue for reports of shots fired. One juvenile faces charges including reckless endangerment, receiving stolen property, and possession of a firearm by a minor. The other faces charges of theft and conspiracy with reckless […]
Read MoreSpitting On Police Will Land You Behind Bars In Wilkes Barre
A woman is accused of spitting and kicking a Wilkes Barre Police officer who responded to a domestic disturbance on Academy Street. Police tried to break up an argument between a man and 22 year old Mariah Torres of Wilkes-Barre. Torres spit at and kicked the officer multiple times, then kicked the inside of the […]
Read MoreRailroad Bridge Crumbles And Closes Scranton Street
A street in Scranton is closed until further notice. On Tuesday, Theodore Street between Return and Ralph Avenues was closed after an inspection conducted on the Railroad Bridge over Theodore Street raised concerns that pieces were falling from the bridge onto the street.
Read MorePA Representative Speaks Out About Border Danger
THE SENATE’S FOREIGN AID BILL IS UP FOR A VOTE. THE BILL WOULD PROVIDE MORE AID FOR UKRAINE, BUT PENNSYLVANIA REPRESENTATIVE SCOTT PERRY SAYS THE BORDER NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED FIRST…
Read MoreHome Totally Destroyed By Flames In Susquehanna County
Flames totally destroyed a home in Bridgewater Township on Monday. The first call came in just before 6:30 yesterday morning about the fire at 37 South Scott Road in Bridgewater Township. When crews arrived, the house was fully engulfed in flames. 2 people living there were able to get out safely. The house is considered […]
Read MoreLuzerne County Drug Raid Results In Five Arrests
A drug raid over the weekend in Nanticoke snared five people who are all behind bars now in Luzerne County. It took place at an apartment house near the center of Nanticoke on Main Street, and came after an investigation by multiple law enforcement agencies that has been going on for the past few weeks. […]
Read MoreWounded Scranton Detective To Be Guest At State Of The Union Address
Scranton Police Detective Kyle Gilmartin, who is in a Philadelphia rehab facility after being shot twice in the head when he and other officers were ambushed in a gang related shooting, will be the guest of U.S. Congressman Matt Cartwright at the 2024 State of the Union Address on Thursday, March 7th. Gilmartin is a […]
Read MoreDrug Arrest In Moosic
Moosic Borough Police arrested two people after officers found drugs in a truck that was pulled off along the side of Birney Ave. Madison Mooney, was shaking a man, Carlos Reales. Mooney told officers that Reales was her fiance and was asleep because he was tired from driving for eight hours from North Carolina. Turns […]
Read MoreState Police Recruiting Methods Include Advertising On Sports
The Pennsylvania State Police have unveiled a new recruitment campaign. Aimed at attracting more recruits, the initiative is being broadcast across various media, including Sunday’s NHL game between the Philadelphia Flyers and the Pittsburgh Penguins. It will also be broadcast in commercials during March Madness. They say they can offer unique job opportunities within the […]
Read MoreTrout Stocking Underway
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission has kicked off its annual trout stocking operations, distributing trout to hundreds of lakes and streams. But all stocked trout waters statewide are closed until the opening day of trout season, which this year begins on April 6th at 8am with a special Mentored Youth Trout Day on March […]
Read MoreFlames Break Out At Scranton Chimney Manufacturing Facility
A fire broke out at… of all places… a chimney manufacturing plant in Scranton. Firefighters responded to the call from 600 Sanders Avenue, the location of Olympia Chimney Supplies. One person was taken to the hospital due to smoke inhalation. No update on their condition. The cause of the fire is under investigation, but officials […]
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