Sheetz lowers price of Unleaded 88 for remainder of the month

 Posted on April 22, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  86 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

Blair Co., PA (WJAC) — Sheetz announced Thursday that it is lowering the price of its Unleaded 88 gas to $2.99 per gallon for the remainder of the month of August. Officials say Unleaded 88 has been approved by the EPA to be used in all cars, trucks and SUVs that were made in 2001 or newer. Experts say that Unleaded 88 "burns cleaner" and makes it more environmentally friendly. [Read More]

Wounded Scranton Detective released from hospital

 Posted on April 22, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  346 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Detective Gilmartin of the Scranton Police Department was transported from Geisinger in Scranton to a rehabilitation center in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Detective Gilmartin’s release from the hospital comes just less than two weeks after he was shot in the head twice in the line of duty. READ MORE:Gov. Josh Shapiro visits wounded Scranton detective in the hospital To a crowd of his emotional peers in the Scranton Police Department along with Scranton leaders like Mayor Paige Cognetti, Detective Gilmartin. [Read More]

City leaders call for peaceful demonstrations as protests are planned in Johnstown

 Posted on April 21, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  399 words  |  Brenda Moya

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — In light of nationwide protests over George Floyd's death, Johnstown city leaders are preparing for demonstrations. People across the country are looking for ways to make their voices heard by speaking out against the death of George Floyd and others. In Johnstown, officials warn people if you are going to protest, keep it peaceful and respect others around you. Moments must be turned into a movement: That’s what city officials and activists joined together to say during a Johnstown community rally Wednesday. [Read More]

Crews battle overnight fire at Johnstown metal supplier

 Posted on April 21, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  74 words  |  Brenda Moya

JOHNSTOWN, Pa (WJAC) — According to Cambria County dispatchers, several crews battled an overnight fire at a Johnstown metal supplier. Officials say the fire broke out around 11:30 p.m. Friday at the North American Hoganas building, located at 101 Bridge Street. Johnstown Fire Chief Bob Statler says the fire occurred inside the building. Crews from Johnstown, Richland, West Hills, Greensburg and Latrobe were all on scene to assist. No injuries have been reported. [Read More]

Logan Valley Mall reopens with modified hours

 Posted on April 21, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  55 words  |  Christie Applegate

ALTOONA, Pa (WJAC) — The Logan Valley Mall in Altoona has reopened for business.

Mall officials say several stores resumed service on Friday.

New mall hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

Officials also added that the children's play area will remain closed.

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Man charged with homicide in slaying of McKeesport police officer

 Posted on April 21, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  358 words  |  Delta Gatti

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. Johnathan Jermia Morris — 31, of McKeesport — is charged in Allegheny County with criminal homicide, aggravated assault and attempted murder, and assault of a law enforcement officer in the shooting Monday afternoon in McKeesport, about 12 miles (20 kilometers) south of Pittsburgh. [Read More]

Pittsburgh Zoo introduces pair of clouded leopard cubs

 Posted on April 21, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  27 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

PHOTOS: Pittsburgh Zoo introduces pair of clouded leopard cubs

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Undocumented immigrant to stand trial in murder of Michigan girlfriend

 Posted on April 21, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  569 words  |  Delta Gatti

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — An undocumented immigrant accused of murdering his girlfriend and leaving her body along US-131 will be going to trial. Wednesday, a judge found enough evidence to send Brandon Ortiz-Vite, a 25-year-old citizen of Mexico, to trial on charges of felony murder, open murder, carjacking, carrying a concealed weapon and felony firearm. He was previously arraigned on all five charges in the death of Ruby Garcia, 25, of Grand Rapids. [Read More]

Delta Airlines to suspend service at University Park Airport

 Posted on April 20, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  257 words  |  Delta Gatti

Centre Co., PA (WJAC) — Officials with Delta Airlines announced Monday that the company is planning to suspend its services at the University Park Airport, citing staffing shortages. Beginning June 5th, Delta will no longer fly in or out of University Park Airport due to a lack of available pilots and crew members, according to a press release. “We’re certainly disappointed on behalf of our many travelers, but recognize the challenges faced by the airline industry. [Read More]

Former Penn State QB Trace Mcsorley makes NFL regular season debut against Steelers

 Posted on April 20, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  106 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

PITTSBURGH (WJAC) — Former Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley made his debut in the National Football League Wednesday. The Baltimore Ravens activated McSorley Tuesday from the reserve/COVID-19 list as the team continued to grapple with an outbreak among players and staff. The Ravens faced the Pittsburgh Steelers Wednesday after the game, which was originally scheduled for Thanksgiving, was delayed three times. Ravens started the game with Robert Griffin III at the quarterback position, but he was injured in the fourth quarter. [Read More]