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Fire erupts at homeless encampment in Allentown
Fire erupts at homeless encampment in Allentown
Crews are on the scene of a fire at a homeless encampment in Allentown on Friday.
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November 21, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Northwest Middle School closed Friday due to power outage
Northwest Middle School closed Friday due to power outage
District officials say Northwest Middle is the only school affected by the outage.
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November 21, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Talking turkey: Local firefighters share do's and dont's when cooking for Thanksgiving
Talking turkey: Local firefighters share do's and dont's when cooking for Thanksgiving
69 News Reporter Sydney Kay reports from Heidelberg Township, where local firefighters are sharing what not to do when you're cooking that turkey.
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November 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM
3rd wild cat that escaped from Berks wildlife center still on the loose, believed to be in Oley area
3rd wild cat that escaped from Berks wildlife center still on the loose, believed to be in Oley area
The center says the Serval cat is not a danger to pets or children.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Shapiro Administration responds to federal claims over illegally issued Commercial Driver’s Licenses
Shapiro Administration responds to federal claims over illegally issued Commercial Driver’s Licenses
The Trump Administration is cracking down on the way Pennsylvania gives out Commercial Driver's Licenses.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Shower tonight into Saturday morning; dry into early next week
Shower tonight into Saturday morning; dry into early next week
An area of low pressure will arrive tonight bringing our next round of showers, which shouldn't impact Friday night football games except for a shower in a few locations. A
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November 21, 2025 at 8:30 PM
GOP senator threatens subpoenas over $1M in security upgrades at Shapiro's private home
GOP senator threatens subpoenas over $1M in security upgrades at Shapiro's private home
Drafts seek documents from the State Police describing construction, landscaping, and other security-related work at Shapiro’s family home.
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November 21, 2025 at 8:00 PM
3 dead after police pursuit in Chester County, state police say
3 dead after police pursuit in Chester County, state police say
State police said no troopers were injured.
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November 21, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Taco lovers, rejoice! Geakers opening a new location
Taco lovers, rejoice! Geakers opening a new location
If you can't resist the lure of a legendary Geakers taco, you're going to be very interested in what's coming to a small Lehigh County borough in the new year.
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November 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
‘We will miss you all’: Lehigh Valley discount store holds closing sale
‘We will miss you all’: Lehigh Valley discount store holds closing sale
A destination for bargain hunters and budget-savvy shoppers is bidding farewell in Northampton County.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Easton firefighters take part in No Shave November competition to help raise money for cancer research
Easton firefighters take part in No Shave November competition to help raise money for cancer research
We are in the semi finals and it's down to four mustaches at the moment.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Blaze at vacant church in Pottstown forces nearby residents to evacuate homes
Blaze at vacant church in Pottstown forces nearby residents to evacuate homes
Nobody was injured, according to dispatchers.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Reading kicks off holiday season with annual tree lighting
Reading kicks off holiday season with annual tree lighting
The holiday season has officially started in Reading with the lighting of the iconic tree on Penn Street.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Berks man who ran across Pa. to join 69 News at Sunrise show Saturday
Berks man who ran across Pa. to join 69 News at Sunrise show Saturday
We'll hear all about his 341-mile run.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Mostly cloudy today with showers arriving later tonight; generally a dry weekend ahead
Mostly cloudy today with showers arriving later tonight; generally a dry weekend ahead
An area of low pressure will arrive by Friday night bringing our next round of showers.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM
U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan at center of national controversy over military video
U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan at center of national controversy over military video
Local Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan was one of the lawmakers in a video that President Trump said is seditious and punishable by death.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:30 PM
1st grader's hot chocolate stand in NJ raises money for food bank
1st grader's hot chocolate stand in NJ raises money for food bank
We hear first grader Rohm Mukherjee makes a mean cup of hot chocolate.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Allentown school board honors departing members for years of service
Allentown school board honors departing members for years of service
The Allentown School Board of Directors said goodbye to five board members Thursday night.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Musikfest tickets going on sale Friday
Musikfest tickets going on sale Friday
Three headliners have been announced so far: John Mulaney, Weird Al, and Bailey Zimmerman.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM
‘This is the biggest season yet’: Explore a festive wonderland at Allentown’s Lights in the Parkway
‘This is the biggest season yet’: Explore a festive wonderland at Allentown’s Lights in the Parkway
Holiday Magic is lighting up the Lehigh Parkway, and we're getting a first look at what's in store this season.
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November 21, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Gov. Shapiro and state leaders honor Trans Day of Remembrance
Gov. Shapiro and state leaders honor Trans Day of Remembrance
State officials and community leaders gathered this week to honor lives lost at an event recognizing and supporting Pennsylvania’s LGBTQ+ community.
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November 21, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Upgrades to Dieruff sports field could cost up to $18M, based on early estimates
Upgrades to Dieruff sports field could cost up to $18M, based on early estimates
The Allentown School District announced plans to move forward with a project that it says will enhance the Dieruff High School practice field.
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November 21, 2025 at 12:30 PM
State official: Get dogs properly licensed
State official: Get dogs properly licensed
Pennsylvania officials say having your dogs licensed is not only required by state law, but it also makes your community safer.
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November 21, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Northampton County Council votes 4-4 to reject fund balance changes
Northampton County Council votes 4-4 to reject fund balance changes
Northampton County Council rejected a fund balance policy amendment that would require 10% of a year's expenditures to be maintained in reserve.
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November 21, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Lehigh wrestling star Audrey Jimenez becomes Hotel Bethlehem ambassador
Lehigh wrestling star Audrey Jimenez becomes Hotel Bethlehem ambassador
Lehigh Wrestling trailblazer Audrey Jimenez spoke at Hotel Bethlehem Thursday night as one of their newest ambassadors.
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November 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM