>>Harrisburg School District Asking For Community's Input For Superintendent Search
(Harrisburg, PA) -- Harrisburg School District is asking the community for help in finding its next superintendent. The district announced yesterday that it wants community members to fill out a survey about what they want to see in a superintendent. Officials say the search team won't post the position until they've received enough feedback about what to put in the description. A superintendent focus group meeting was also held yesterday, and some residents said they want a candidate who is experienced in an urban school district and transparent.
>>One Person Dead After Assault In Harrisburg
(Harrisburg, PA) -- Police are investigating a homicide in Harrisburg. The incident happened this past Tuesday night in the 13-hundred-block of Kittatinny Street. It is unknown at this time if the assault was a shooting or a stabbing, but officials say a 35-year-old man was found dead at the scene with a wound to his chest. Anyone with any information on the homicide is being asked to contact the Harrisburg Police Department.
>>York County Library System Improving Several Area Libraries
(York, PA) -- The York County Library System is going to improve some of the libraries in the area. The system announced yesterday that work has started to move the Kreutz Creek Library in Hellam Township to the township building. Officials say the Martin Library in York City is going to be renovated while the Red Lion Library is planning an expansion. The libraries are expected to be new and improved by the start of next year.
>>Walmart To Administer COVID-19 Vaccination At Lausch Building In Berks County
(Exeter Township, PA) -- Walmart is going to be administering COVID-19 vaccinations at another location in Berks County. The company announced this past Tuesday that it will be giving out vaccinations at the Lausch Administration Building in Exeter Township next week. People in the One-A category can schedule appointments to get a dose within the gymnasium at the building located at 200 Elm Street in Saint Lawrence. Those who are interested in getting a vaccination can call the state's Link to Aging and Disability Resource Center to schedule an appointment.
>>Lancaster To Host COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic For Communities Of Color
(Lancaster, PA) -- Advocates in Lancaster are going to be hosting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic for people of color soon. Officials announced yesterday that the clinic will be held tomorrow at the Bright Side Opportunities Center located at 515 Hershey Avenue in Lancaster. The clinic is expected to administer more than 400 vaccine doses to communities of color.
>>One Person Injured After Being Struck By Car In Reading
(Reading, PA) -- One person is being treated at the hospital after they were stuck by a car in Reading. The accident happened last night on River Road between Washington Street and the Buttonwood Street Bridge. Police say they found one person lying in the street with severe head trauma. The cause of the accident is still under investigation.
>>Reading Parking Authority Votes To Buy Vacant Lot For Parking In City
(Reading, PA) -- The Reading Parking Authority is trying to acquire a vacant lot from the city to be used for parking. The RPA voted this past Tuesday to buy the lot located at 423 Schuylkill Avenue from the city for 25-thousand-dollars. City Council will have to approve the deal in order for the RPA to get the lot.
>>One Firefighter Injured During Fire In Berks County
(Exeter Township, PA) -- One firefighter is being treated at the hospital after he was injured during a fire in Berks County. The fire happened yesterday morning in the 600-block of Limekiln Road in Exeter Township. Authorities say a garage was engulfed in flames when crews arrived to the scene. A 25-year-old Mount Penn firefighter had to be taken to the hospital for minor leg injuries after the building collapsed.
>>Senate Committee Advances Bill To Block Bridge Tolling Proposal
(Harrisburg, PA) -- A Senate committee is advancing a bill that would block the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation's proposal to toll several bridges throughout the Commonwealth. It now heads to the full Senate. PennDOT officials say they proposed the initiative due to the lack of revenue being generated from the gas tax to cover the costs of maintaining and repairing bridges. Lawmakers believe tolls are not the solution, but say a conversation needs to be had now instead of continuously kicking the can down the road and just passing it off on Pennsylvanians by another tax or fee. This comes as the governor announced he wants to phase out of the gas tax, saying that it's outdated.
>>Former Postal Worker Reportedly Stole Cash From Mail
(Williamsport, PA) -- A former State College postal worker is pleading guilty to opening mail intended for college students and stealing money from them. Assistant U.S. Attorney Geoffrey W. MacArthur says Jessica Stover admitted to doing this for over an eight-month period in 2018, but it is unknown exactly how much she stole. The investigation into Stover started after an employee from a Clinton County landfill reported finding about 95 pieces of discarded mail. Stover was released yesterday on personal recognizance as she awaits her sentencing.
>>Penn State University To Hold In-Person Graduation Ceremony
(State College, PA) -- Penn State University students expected to graduate this spring are having an in-person ceremony. Penn State President Eric Barron says they're still working on doing something for its 2020 graduates who didn't get to celebrate in-person due to the pandemic. Ceremonies for this year's spring graduates will take place between May 7th and May 9th at Beaver Stadium. Graduates are only allowed to bring two guests to sit in a pod of three people, and virtual options are still available for those who can't attend the in-person ceremonies.
>>Pennsylvania YouTuber Accused Of Damaging Waterways
(Harrisburg, PA) -- A Pennsylvania YouTuber is facing several charges for allegedly disturbing waterways. Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission officials say Michael J. Hyssong, who made a following on YouTube by posting videos of himself trashing a truck, allegedly allowed substances to poison fish through his actions. One of the videos that led to the charges involved Hyssong jumping a creek bed in his truck and running that same truck through the creek. His stunts on his YouTube page, Street Speed 717, garnered him more than one-million subscribers. He is facing multiple charges of littering near waters and running a vehicle in any stream. Hyssong posted a video last Friday denying the allegations and saying he didn't destroy anything.
>>Lehigh Valley USPS Facility Being Audited
(Lehigh, PA) -- A Lehigh Valley U.S. Postal Service facility is being audited by the Inspector General due to mail delays. The Lehigh Valley Processing and Distribution Center in Hanover Township has been catching heat since before the election last year. Even Congresswoman Susan Wild and Senator Bob Casey visited the facility to raise awareness about the mail delays back in October. Casey says he's pleased about the audit and will keep advocating for changes until Pennsylvanians receive their mail without delay. Officials from the Lehigh Valley American Postal Workers Union welcome the audit, saying they're for improving services.
>>SEPTA Sergeants Suspended
(Philadelphia, PA) -- SEPTA has punished two police sergeants after social media comments regarding the U.S. Capitol riots. According to the transit agencies, they were among seven employees who made the trip to Washington, D.C. on January 6th and have been suspended. Officials say none of the employees actually stormed the Capitol, but the two sergeants made disturbing comments about it. It is unclear just how long the suspension will last.
>>Police Ramp Up Patrols
(Philadelphia, PA) -- Police patrols are increasing around Asian communities in Philadelphia. This comes after the mass shooting in Georgia that killed eight people, with at least six being of Asian descent. Many police districts across the country have ramped up their security since the incident, including right here in Philly. Several Asian business owners claimed they have been targeted by hate crimes over the last year.