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Man, woman found dead in Pa. home in apparent murder-suicide: police

Police were called to a home in Neshannock Township at about 9 a.m. Wednesday.
Man, woman found dead in Pa. home in apparent murder-suicide: police
Police were called to a home in Neshannock Township at about 9 a.m. Wednesday.
www.pennlive.com
February 5, 2026 at 12:55 PM
Carvana hosting hiring event in York County

YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)-- Carvana is hosting a hiring event on Thursday for customer delivery drivers in York County. According to Carvana, the event is intended for locals seeking to be hired quickly. Locals who are interested in delivering cars can l...
www.abc27.com
February 5, 2026 at 12:55 PM
PFBC warns of dangers of walking on frozen rivers

(WHTM)-- Frozen rivers and streams may look pretty, but they can also be very dangerous. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission sent a warning about the dangers of frozen rivers. The Susquehanna River has a lot of ice along the shore, and much...
www.abc27.com
February 5, 2026 at 12:20 PM
Autopsy: Spring Grove murder-suicide victims died from multiple gunshots

Autopsy results confirm Tryrell Dwayne Manley Sr and Leticia Velez died from multiple gunshot wounds in a Spring Grove incident police called a murder-suicide.
Autopsy: Spring Grove murder-suicide victims died from multiple gunshots
Autopsy results confirm Tryrell Dwayne Manley Sr and Leticia Velez died from multiple gunshot wounds in a Spring Grove incident police called a murder-suicide.
www.ydr.com
February 5, 2026 at 12:10 PM
Crews called to school bus crash in York County

Crews are responding to a school bus crash Thursday morning. According to York County Dispatch, there were children on the bus at the time of the crash.
Crews respond to a crash involving school bus in York County
A school bus carrying children was involved in a crash on Barrens Road in Hopewell Township, according to dispatch.
www.fox43.com
February 5, 2026 at 12:10 PM
Patients evacuated as firefighters battle blaze at Pa. hospital

It was not immediately clear what had caused the fire in Dickson City, which is about 6 miles (10 kilometers) north of Scranton.
Patients evacuated as firefighters battle blaze at Pa. hospital
It was not immediately clear what had caused the fire in Dickson City, which is about 6 miles (10 kilometers) north of Scranton.
www.pennlive.com
February 5, 2026 at 12:10 PM
Road shuts down after school bus, vehicle collide

A crash involving a school bus and a passenger vehicle shut down a road in Hopewell Township, York County, according to emergency dispatchers.
Road shuts down after school bus, vehicle collide
A crash involving a school bus and a passenger vehicle shut down a road in Hopewell Township, York County, according to emergency dispatchers.
www.wgal.com
February 5, 2026 at 12:10 PM
Mid-Penn girls basketball stars for Feb. 4

Big wins by Central Dauphin, Carlisle and more
Mid-Penn girls basketball stars for Feb. 4
Big wins by Central Dauphin, Carlisle and more
www.pennlive.com
February 5, 2026 at 11:50 AM
Mid-Penn boys basketball stars for Feb. 4

Big wins by Big Spring, Boiling Springs and more
Mid-Penn boys basketball stars for Feb. 4
Big wins by Big Spring, Boiling Springs and more
www.pennlive.com
February 5, 2026 at 11:50 AM
Enslaved Teen’s Rarely Recorded Story from Cumberland County Reexamined Through New Research and Podcast

A rare and disturbing story from Cumberland County’s past is reaching a global audience through new historical research and a BBC podcast, shedding light on the life of Cloe, an enslaved teen...
www.witf.org
February 5, 2026 at 11:50 AM
Snow showers Friday, then brutal weekend winds could drive wind chills to -15

Snow showers could develop Friday night, followed by bone-chilling winds that could make it feel like -15 degrees.
Snow showers Friday, then brutal weekend winds could drive wind chills to -15
Snow showers could develop Friday night, followed by bone-chilling winds that could make it feel like -15 degrees.
www.wgal.com
February 5, 2026 at 11:45 AM
Ephrata couple charged after 7-year-old has seizure from cocaine exposure

An Ephrata couple has been charged with endangering their 7-year-old son after he was found with cocaine in his system, which caused him to have a seizure.
Ephrata couple charged after 7-year-old has seizure from cocaine exposure
An Ephrata couple has been charged with endangering their 7-year-old son after he was found with cocaine in his system, which caused him to have a seizure.
local21news.com
February 5, 2026 at 11:25 AM
UN human rights chief warns of impunity for perpetrators as he seeks extra funds

The U.N. human rights chief says his office is in “survival mode” as he presented an appeal for $400 million to meet its estimated needs this year. Volker Türk said
UN human rights chief warns of impunity for perpetrators as he seeks extra funds
The U.N. human rights chief says his office is in “survival mode” as he presented an appeal for $400 million to meet its estimated needs this year. Volker Türk said
lancasteronline.com
February 5, 2026 at 11:15 AM
'An uphill battle': How Lancaster County’s growing popularity creates barriers for first-time homebuyers

Jared and Anna Hoober hope 2026 will be their “Year of the House.”
'An uphill battle': How Lancaster County’s growing popularity creates barriers for first-time homebuyers
Jared and Anna Hoober hope 2026 will be their “Year of the House.”
lancasteronline.com
February 5, 2026 at 11:05 AM
Another Pa. Starbucks unionizes: ‘This win will make great change’ | Today in Pa.

Salary needed for child care. Starbucks unionizes. “Arctic blast.” Tallest living female dog.
Another Pa. Starbucks unionizes: ‘This win will make great change’ | Today in Pa.
Salary needed for child care. Starbucks unionizes. “Arctic blast.” Tallest living female dog.
www.pennlive.com
February 5, 2026 at 10:40 AM
Nearly 80 patients transferred after hospital fire in Lackawanna County

Crews battled flames at the orthopedics side of the Lehigh Valley Hospital-Dickson City on Wednesday night.
More than 70 patients transferred after hospital fire in Dickson City
Crews battled flames at the orthopedics side of the Lehigh Valley Hospital-Dickson City on Wednesday night
www.fox43.com
February 5, 2026 at 10:35 AM
Indian teacher who created hundreds of learning centers wins $1 million Global Teacher Prize

An Indian teacher and activist who's known for creating hundreds of learning centers and painting educational murals has won the $1 million Global Teacher Prize. Rouble Nagi accepted the award
Indian teacher who created hundreds of learning centers wins $1 million Global Teacher Prize
An Indian teacher and activist who's known for creating hundreds of learning centers and painting educational murals has won the $1 million Global Teacher Prize. Rouble Nagi accepted the award
lancasteronline.com
February 5, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Pa. pardons board appointee faces backlash over juvenile rehabilitation views

Opponents to John O’Brien II’s nomination say the doctor’s work as a state witness disqualifies him for the role.
Pa. pardons board appointee faces backlash over juvenile rehabilitation views
Opponents to John O’Brien II’s nomination say the doctor’s work as a state witness disqualifies him for the role.
www.pennlive.com
February 5, 2026 at 10:20 AM
Ex-NFL player from central Pa. will call Super Bowl LX for UK fans

Tucker, who played 7 NFL seasons and calls games for CBS, will analyze the intriguing Seahawks-Patriots matchup.
Ex-NFL player from central Pa. will call Super Bowl LX for UK fans
Tucker, who played 7 NFL seasons and calls games for CBS, will analyze the intriguing Seahawks-Patriots matchup.
www.pennlive.com
February 5, 2026 at 10:15 AM
This Pa. city is the absolute best for football fans, study proclaims

The worst city for football lovers is in Delaware.
This Pa. city is the absolute best for football fans, study proclaims
The worst city for football lovers is in Delaware.
www.pennlive.com
February 5, 2026 at 10:10 AM
Dauphin County drivers killed in fiery head-on crash were both under the influence: coroner

Lower Paxton police have released few details in the month since the crash, but coroner reports provided new information.
Dauphin County drivers killed in fiery head-on crash were both under the influence: coroner
Lower Paxton police have released few details in the month since the crash, but coroner reports provided new information.
www.pennlive.com
February 5, 2026 at 10:10 AM
Think this economy is tough? Why it's better in York than other areas

York ranks third nationally for economic resilience, outperforming other Pennsylvania metros with strong poverty, uninsured and job diversity scores.
Think this economy is tough? Why it's better in York than other areas
York ranks third nationally for economic resilience, outperforming other Pennsylvania metros with strong poverty, uninsured and job diversity scores.
www.ydr.com
February 5, 2026 at 10:10 AM
Pa. Senate passes school phone ban bill, clearing path for one of Shapiro’s priorities

Shapiro endorsed the idea last week and made it a priority in Tuesday's budget speech. The Senate had already started moving on the bill late last year.
Pa. Senate passes school phone ban bill, clearing path for one of Shapiro’s priorities
Shapiro endorsed the idea last week and made it a priority in Tuesday's budget speech. The Senate had already started moving on the bill late last year.
www.pennlive.com
February 5, 2026 at 10:10 AM
February First Friday 2026: 17 events, concerts to check out in Lancaster city

Need a good reason to get out of the house this Friday?
February First Friday 2026: 17 events, concerts to check out in Lancaster city
Need a good reason to get out of the house this Friday?
lancasteronline.com
February 5, 2026 at 10:05 AM
Splitshift, a new restaurant and bar concept, opening in downtown York

Splitshift restaurant-bar opens Feb. 5 in downtown York, uniting Roost Uncommon Kitchen and Archetype Pizza under one new all-day dining concept.
Splitshift, a new restaurant and bar concept, opening in downtown York
Splitshift restaurant-bar opens Feb. 5 in downtown York, uniting Roost Uncommon Kitchen and Archetype Pizza under one new all-day dining concept.
www.ydr.com
February 5, 2026 at 10:05 AM