Graffiti Highway in Centralia to be torn up

 Posted on April 30, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  111 words  |  Brenda Moya

CENTRALIA, COLUMBIA CO. (WOLF) — Graffiti Highway in Centralia is being torn up today, according to residents. The highway, which closed after an underground mine fire back in 1962, continues to draw crowds due to its unique spray painted look. The highway has drawn tourists for years, regardless of the 'No Trespassing Sign' posted. One resident says people have been getting hurt on the property, giving owners another reason to 'demolish' it. [Read More]

Investigation underway after individual found dead in Clymer Borough, PSP says

 Posted on April 30, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  93 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

Indiana County, PA (WJAC) — Authorities in Indiana County say an investigation is underway after an individual was found dead Wednesday afternoon in Clymer Borough. Troopers say officials responded to the area of Oak Ave., just before 3 p.m., for a report of a deceased person. Police say foul play is not suspected and authorities are working to notify the individual's next-of-kin. The cause and manner of death will be determined by Indiana County coroner Jerry Overman Jr. [Read More]

Jury finds man guilty of murder of rapper Nipsey Hussle

 Posted on April 30, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  491 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jurors found a 32-year-old man guilty of first-degree murder Wednesday for the 2019 fatal shooting of rapper Nipsey Hussle. The Los Angeles County jury also found Eric R. Holder Jr. guilty of two counts of attempted voluntary manslaughter -- instead of two attempted murder counts as prosecutors had sought for two other men who were hit by gunfire at the scene. Holder, wearing a blue suit and face mask, stood up in the small court room next to his lawyer as the verdict was read. [Read More]

Special Olympics of PA celebrates 50th anniversary with virtual event

 Posted on April 30, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  65 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

The Special Olympics of Pennsylvania will celebrate its 50th anniversary on Saturday by hosting a virtual dance event.

The organization has provided a variety of programs and competitions to its athletes over the decades including, leadership programs, health competitions and unified sports programs.

Saturday's celebration will be held from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and can be viewed on the organization's website and Facebook pages.

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Employee accused of stealing more than $50k from a Elk County insurance company

 Posted on April 29, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  151 words  |  Brenda Moya

ST. MARYS, Pa. - An employee at an Elk County-based insurance company has been accused of stealing more than $50,000 from the company. Jane Chelgreen, 63, has been charged with several counts of theft. According to police, Chelgreen worked at Nicklas Insurance in St. Mary's and stole from the company from 2014 until 2018. Police said Chelgreen would take money when customers paid cash and pocket the money without reporting it. [Read More]

Jaromir Jagr bobbleheads stolen en route to Pittsburgh; giveaway postponed

 Posted on April 29, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  186 words  |  Christie Applegate

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jaromir Jagr is missing. Well, the bobbleheads of the former NHL star are anyway. The Pittsburgh Penguins announced Thursday that a shipment carrying bobbleheads of the franchise icon was stolen after arriving in California. The team had intended to give the bobbleheads away to fans during Thursday night's home game against the San Jose Sharks. Instead, the club will give fans a voucher that will allow them to pick up the item at a later date. [Read More]

PA woman poisoned boyfriend's 1-year-old daughter

 Posted on April 29, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  351 words  |  Christie Applegate

Authorities with the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General have announced charges against a Lawrence County woman following an investigation into the death of a 1-year-old girl. Officials say Aleisia Owens, 20, was arrested Thursday and charged with criminal homicide and abuse related offenses in connection to the poisoning death of her boyfriend's daughter in June. The details of this case are heartbreaking. It is hard to fathom someone taking deliberate steps to harm a completely helpless child, then mislead investigators about what happened,” said Attorney General Michelle Henry. [Read More]

Pediatrician warns against routine use of melatonin for kids' sleep issues

 Posted on April 29, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  435 words  |  Delta Gatti

ARLINGTON, Va. (7News) — 7News with a health alert and a warning about giving children sleep aids on a routine basis. Most parents have experience with kids fighting their bedtimes, and children’s melatonin supplements or kids’ Benadryl may seem like a reasonable solution. 7News’ Adrianna Hopkins spoke with Dr. Nilong Vyas, a pediatrician, sleep specialist and owner of Sleepless in NOLA, about whether melatonin supplements or other sleep aids are safe for children. [Read More]

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

 Posted on April 29, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  282 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

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. The shooting happened in a San Antonio neighborhood in the 6700 block of Windsor Hollow Drive Wednesday. Following the shooting, five people that were inside the home were hospitalized in critical condition - three of the victims were children, according to Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar. The 4-year-old girl who died was the youngest victim. [Read More]

Tornado in Jefferson County marks sixth in Pa. this year

 Posted on April 29, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  196 words  |  Christie Applegate

BROCKPORT, Pa. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Pittsburgh was out assessing storm damage Friday in Jefferson and Elk counties, just days after a tornado touched down. Warning Coordination Meteorologist Fred McMullen said western Pennsylvania averages six tornadoes each year. McMullen said Tuesday's tornado was the sixth. McMullen said the NWS was assessing the damage Friday to find where the tornado began and ended, and to determine how long it was on the ground. [Read More]