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Dry & Cooler For Halloween; Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday

Temperatures fall back closer to average for Saturday and Sunday with highs in the lower to mid 60s. Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday at 2 a.m.

More than 41 million voters have already cast early ballots; here's where

More than 40 million voters have already cast early ballots ahead of key races.

Popular hair products recalled over ‘serious injury’ and ‘poisoning’ risks: Return ASAP

Thousands of popular hair growth treatments sold on Amazon are being recalled “due to risk of serious injury or death from child poisoning,” and violating federal safety standards for child-resistant packaging.

Crews battle fire in Middletown Borough

Crews in Dauphin County are fighting a fire in Middletown Borough.

Democrats open up 10-point lead in final days before midterms: New poll

Democrats took a significant lead over Republicans in one of the final polls before Election Day.

Appeals court rejects Justice Department request for California to set aside disputed ballots

A federal appeals court has rejected the Justice Department’s request for California to set aside disputed ballots received in the midterm election.

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What to know about the $6.3B hack on Binance, likely the biggest-ever crypto theft

Binance, the world’s biggest cryptocurrency exchange, said Friday that hackers stole more than $6 billion in what appears to be the largest cryptocurrency heist on record. Blockchain firms have pointed to the attack coming from a North Korean hacking unit.…

Thousands of home heating appliances recalled over poisoning, death hazards: Stop using ASAP

Thousands of residential gas boilers have been recalled following reports of units cracking, leaking unburned gas, and violently detaching their front covers.

ACLU releases video of ICE agent slashing tires of a legal observer in Oregon

The ACLU has released video of an ICE agent slashing the tires of a legal observer's vehicle in Portland, Oregon.

Manheim Central locker room abuse case [full coverage]

Drone strike at an African camp for displaced people kills 15 people, including 5 children

Drone strikes Friday on a camp for people who fled Ethiopia’s Amhara region killed at least 15 people, including five children, and wounded 36 others, Reuters reported.

Large fire breaks out at old Middletown train station

Crews responded to a large structure fire in Middletown on Friday afternoon.

QUIZ: This week in national news

From the death of an acclaimed English actor to a major political figure fleeing to the U.S., test your knowledge of this week’s top news stories.

Eleanor Roosevelt in 1943

First lady Eleanor Roosevelt in 1943.

Child dressed as Grim Reaper startles Florida neighbors

A child dressed as the Grim Reaper startled Florida residents, leading to calls to law enforcement, who confirmed the incident was a harmless Halloween prank.

Irán reporta choque de petroleros con minas en estrecho de Ormuz, y otras noticias de Oriente Medio

La Guardia Revolucionaria de Irán informó el viernes que tres petroleros, incluido uno que transportaba más de dos millones de barriles de petróleo, explotaron y se incendiaron cuando viajaban por el estrecho de Ormuz.

Fire breaks out at former Middletown railroad station

Firefighters are responding to a fire at a former railroad station in Middletown.

Evacuated Oleshky residents begin the long journey out of the war-ravaged region

Russian and Ukrainian officials say some residents have been evacuated from the war-ravaged city of Oleshky. The evacuations Friday came on the fourth day of the most significant truce since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began 4½ years ago. Ukrainian…

Uruapan, un año después del asesinato de Carlos Manzo: miedo, detenciones y fractura política

URUAPAN, México (AP) — Tres autos blindados y dos camiones militares repletos de guardaespaldas armados trasladan a la alcaldesa Grecia Quiroz por las calles de Uruapan, la ciudad mexicana donde su pareja fue acribillada durante las celebraciones del Día de…

Lancaster County residents weren't fans of permanent daylight saving time in 1974

Firefighters battle cornfield blaze near Carlisle as wildfire risk rises

Multiple fire departments are at the scene of a cornfield fire in Cumberland County Friday afternoon, according to dispatch. The fire was reported around 1:30 p.m. in the 100 block of Green Hill Road in West Pennsboro Township near Carlisle, Cumberland County dispatch said.

Comcast laying off hundreds of workers in Pa., N.J.

Comcast is laying off hundreds of employees in Philadelphia.

HAPPENING NOW | Crews battling cornfield fire

Crews battling fire in Cumberland County cornfield

Beloved rock frontman on cancer diagnosis: ‘I’m not seeking pity’

Douglas Dulgarian, the frontman for the popular shoegaze group They Are Gutting a Body of Water, has been diagnosed with cancer.

Viral photo shows reality star hanging out with ex-husband weeks after partner’s death

Fall back: Susquehanna Valley gets an extra hour of sleep

Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026.

Country music stars who are battling cancer: Singers who are fighting for their lives

The country music world was rocked recently by the news that Lady A singer Charles Kelley is battling a rare form of cancer.

Why military retirees won’t receive a pension check in November

The November pension payment for military retirees will land Tuesday, Dec. 1, according to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service.

Brewers revel in their first World Series win with Milwaukee parade

The Wisconsin National Guard said it was a four-ship formation of UH-60 helicopters.

Dauphin County township rules on planned medical marijuana dispensary

A cannabis company has received the green light to operate a medical marijuana dispensary in Lower Paxton Township.

Cuba welcomes home diplomat expelled from US after unusual altercation at the UN

Cuba welcomed home a diplomat on Friday expelled by the United States after an unusually heated confrontation between the two countries’ representatives at the United Nations this week.

Cartier jewelry worth more than $250K seized by customs at Pa. airport

A Pennsylvania resident arriving at Philadelphia International Airport from Amsterdam faces federal seizure of more than $250,000 in luxury jewelry and the loss of Global Entry privileges after failing to declare the high-value purchases to U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers.

Ohio State professor resigns months after confrontation caught on video

An Ohio State University professor resigned Oct. 23, months after a physical confrontation with a documentary filmmaker on campus was captured on video, according to The Lantern and WOSU Public Media.

Pa. attorney general launches campaign warning of crypto scams

Attorney General Dave Sunday has announced a statewide awareness campaign warning Pennsylvanians about cryptocurrency scams that have cost consumers thousands of dollars through threats of arrest, fake investment opportunities and online romance schemes.

Shapiro and Garrity each campaigning in the Susquehanna Valley today

Shapiro and Garrity each campaigning in the Susquehanna Valley today

Why achieving your goals can leave you feeling so empty | The Conversation

When Anne Carson learned she had won the Nobel Prize in literature, she was in Iceland, where, according to the Swedish Academy, she was “listening to the wind.”

Sweepstakes casinos list: Every site worth playing this Halloween weekend

A Halloween weekend, a dozen names on your screen and no clear idea where to start. Our sweepstakes casinos list puts sweepstakes casino sites in an order worth following, so you can start with our first pick and work your way down.

Popular Nevada water park closing after 12 summers. Here’s why

A popular Nevada water park that has entertained families for more than a decade is closing for good.

Christa Pike blames failed execution on incompetence

Christa Pike, the woman who survived two doses of pentobarbital as Tennessee tried to execute her, said Friday she continues to be in constaint pain and struggles to speak a month.

Beloved actor mourned ‘practically nonexistent’ relationship with his children before death at 86

Iconic actor Patrick Stewart shared a heartbreaking confession about his relationship with his children three years before his death.

Hugh Jackman, William Shatner and George Takei among those paying tribute to Patrick Stewart

Following the death of Patrick Stewart at 86, a slew of tributes from acting colleagues and even Marvel Studios poured in on Thursday.

Former Pa. prep wrestling standout and NLWC member both capture 2026 senior World titles

A few wrestlers with Pennsylvania and Penn State ties had to travel a mighty long way for some hardware, but the results made it well worth it.

Banana date smoothie

This time-saving, dead-simple shake is ideal for busy weekday mornings. The Greek yogurt and milk deliver creaminess and protein, while the earthy sweetness from the dates and nutmeg adds depth. If you're looking for something more fruity, toss in some frozen blueberries. Blending in a handful of...

Ballot mix-up may have kept hundreds from getting mailed ballots

Didn’t get your Fayette County mail ballot? Officials are contacting about 300 voters after a mailing issue may have prevented their requested mail ballots from being successfully sent.

Walmart, Target release list of early Black Friday sales

Two big-box chains have gone beyond Black Friday so let’s just call it Black November. Walmart and Target have announced they’re spreading the deals over several periods in November and December.

5 new social casinos players are opening ahead of Halloween

The social casino industry is always growing, and new sites continue to emerge. If you want to play at new social casinos, we have a list of the top five sites. These are the newest social casinos to launch, and they all provide extensive portfolios. Learn more about these new sites and find out...

Arizona mom says fiancé attacked her weeks before their wedding

An Arizona mother is sharing her story of survival after police say her fiancé attacked her with scissors just weeks before their planned wedding, Law Crime reported.

Warm & breezy Friday, cooler weekend ahead

The forecast looks great for trick-or-treaters tonight and Saturday night; dry weather persists until the end of next week

Crews battling 3-alarm house fire

Firefighters are battling a fire at a home in Juniata County. Crews have been at the scene since before 8:30 a.m. Friday.

DHS data leak exposes 41,000 workers and sensitive job details

A massive data leak has exposed information connected to more than 41,000 Department of Homeland Security employees and contractors, including people working in sensitive government positions.

ICE agent indicted on charges of striking man with car

An ICE officer accused of intentionally ramming his car into a Mexican construction worker in Houston was charged Friday with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

Pennsylvania man charged after multiple child luring incidents

BERKS COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)-- A Pennsylvania man is being accused of attempting to lure multiple children in Berks County. According to the Berks County District Attorney's Office, Robert Ruhe, 66, of Mohnton, Pennsylvania, is facing charges of luring a child into a motor vehicle, stalking, and...

ICE officer charged after striking a man with a car in Houston

An ICE officer accused of ramming his car into a Mexican construction worker in Houston was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, prosecutors said.

Massive Binance crypto hack affects $6.3 billion as new details emerge

A massive hack involving Binance has affected about $6.3 billion in cryptocurrency, potentially making it the largest crypto theft ever recorded, Forbes reported.

When the VA disability payment for November is coming and how much you can expect

Because the Department of Veterans Affairs pays disability compensations in arrears, the payments for November will come on Tuesday, Dec. 1.

HGTV star buys $150K BMW for his 16-year-old daughter

HGTV star Tarek El Moussa has no regrets over his latest purchase: a $150K BMW for his 16-year-old daughter, Taylor.

Man shot ex, torched Dauphin County home he thought was her boyfriend’s: police

Update: Cruz-Rodriguez is in custody in the Rappahannock Regional Jail in Virginia.A Texas man who shot at and set fire to a Lower Swatara Township home while six people were inside had shot his ex-wife in Virginia two days prior, police said.

DNA breakthrough links Ted Bundy to another 52-year-old cold case

Modern DNA testing has helped Utah investigators solve a teenager’s killing more than 50 years later, linking the cold case to serial killer Ted Bundy.

DoorDash purchase of Instacart will create ‘a behemoth’ delivery service

It may take a year or more to finalize the deal but DoorDash has agreed to purchase Instacart for $17 billion, according to an article by the BBC.

'He has nothing to lose': Murder victim's sister fears for safety after killer escapes from prison

Jacob Morley escaped from the Northwest Correctional Complex in Tennessee on Sunday. He has since been added to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's Most Wanted list.

Who will win the Senate? New poll shows Dems with a chance to flip it.

New CNN polling found that Democrats have a strong chance of flipping the Senate with just days to go before Election Day.

People with certain retirement accounts entitled to $39M settlement

Bank of America investment and wealth management division, Merrill Lynch, has agreed to pay $39 million to settle accusations regarding its retirement accounts.

Pa. voters weigh Perry’s record, Stelson’s challenge in pivotal House race

As midstaters choose their 10th Congressional District voice in the next Congress, the choice is stark and the stakes are high.

Three Bob Fergusons and two JFKs: A brief history of same-name ballot confusion

Before there were two Dan Sullivans, there were three Bob Fergusons and two JFKs. Here's a brief history of same-name ballot confusion.

Cook Political Report shifts Pennsylvania House races toward Democrats

The Cook Political Report, a nonpartisan election handicapper, on Friday shifted a dozen more House races toward Democrats in the final stretch of the midterm cycle.

Manhunt for escaped Tennessee killer takes new turn after Illinois discovery

A convicted killer who escaped from a Tennessee prison remained on the run Friday as police revealed a new detail about the truck connected to his escape.

Dear Annie: I'm walking on eggshells in my own home when my BIL comes to visit

Dear Annie: My husband and his brother share ownership of my home. We’ve discussed it, and my husband won’t buy out his brother because he says he’ll keep coming to visit us twice a year anyway. I’m starting to hate when my brother-in-law comes to stay with us.

WGAL COMPLETE COVERAGE | Candidate profiles, Ad Watches and the final days of the campaign

WGAL COMPLETE COVERAGE | Candidate profiles, Ad Watches and the campaign’s final days

VOTER GUIDE | Where to vote, where to drop off your ballot and what to do if something goes wrong

Are you prepared for the Nov. 3, 2026, election? WGAL News 8 has you covered with important deadlines, how to register and key races across the Susquehanna Valley.

3 killed in Oregon helicopter collision as investigators search for answers

Three people were killed when two helicopters collided in midair near an Oregon airport Thursday, leaving federal investigators working to determine what caused the crash.

Last-minute reminders for voters

Last-minute reminders for Pennsylvania voters

1 million Pennsylvania absentee, mail ballots returned before Election Day

(WHTM) - More than 1 million absentee and mail ballots have been returned in Pennsylvania ahead of Tuesday's general election. According to the Pennsylvania Department of State, voters have returned 1,007,829 ballots as of 8 a.m. on Oct. 30. With 1,314,481 ballots requested this year, the statewide...

'Days of our Lives' star Robert Kelker-Kelly's cause of death revealed

The actor, best known for playing Bo Brady on "Days of Our Lives," died from arteriosclerotic heart disease, numerous reports claim.

Christa Pike gives first public comments since her failed execution

Christa Pike, who survived Tennessee’s attempt to execute her by lethal injection last month, is speaking out for the first time.

Overnight blaze damages home

Crews responded to a house fire in Harrisburg shortly after midnight on Friday.

Motorcyclist killed in Lancaster County crash identified

LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)-- The Lancaster County Coroner's Office identified the victim of Thursday's fatal vehicle crash on Route 30. The coroner's office responded to Lincoln Highway at Simmontown Road in Salisbury Township for a vehicle collision involving a sedan and motorcycle at around...

It’s a dangerous time of year for pedestrians, AAA warns

By Bill O Boyle, The Times Leader, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. (TNS)Halloween and the end of daylight saving time will collide this weekend, creating a triple threat on area roads — more children walking around, more impaired drivers and more fatigued motorists.

62-year-old motorcyclist ID’d as central Pa. crash victim

A 62-year-old motorcyclist died after a crash with a sedan on Route 30 Thursday morning in Lancaster County, authorities said. Richard Pieper, of Paradise, died of multiple traumatic injuries from a crash that happened around 3:50 a.m. on Lincoln Highway (Route 30) at Simmontown Road in Salisbury...

Over 571 flights delayed, 53 canceled amid widespread U.S. travel disruptions

Flight cancellations and delays disrupted operations at multiple U.S. airports Friday.

Pope Leo XIV becomes the first pope to vote in a US election

Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a U.S. election.

Central Pennsylvania hotel ranked among 10 'most haunted' hotels in America: Tripadvisor reviews

The “Do Not Disturb” sign might not help you much at these properties.

These Poconos Airbnb cabins welcome your dog

Planning a getaway to the Pocono Mountains doesn’t mean you have to leave your four-legged family members at home. With miles of hiking trails, beautiful lakes, waterfalls and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, the Poconos make a great destination for a vacation with your dog.

Misinformation about voting spreads less than a week before Election Day

False and misleading claims about the voting process are being spread online as voters cast their ballots in the 2026 midterms, with Election Day less than a week away.

Does Penn State's long losing streak come to an end vs. Purdue?

PennLive’s Bob Flounders and Jake Aferiat preview Penn State’s home matchup with Purdue on Saturday.

What are peptides? And what’s all the hype about? Here’s what consumers should know

If you keep seeing the word “peptides” and have no idea what it means, you’re not alone.

Trick or treat: Can you identify which of these candies are made in Pennsylvania?

By Asha Prihar of Spotlight PA

Upscale grocer to open another Pennsylvania location

Roadside Development and Wegmans Food Markets announced Thursday that Wegmans will serve as the anchor tenant of the Galleria of Mount Lebanon, occupying approximately 110,000 square feet within the two-story complex.

Wildfire risk in Pa. grows with dry weather, dead leaves

Central Pennsylvania faces an elevated wildfire risk Friday as a cold front in the state brings gusty winds and very low humidity following nearly two weeks without measurable rainfall. The National Weather Service warns that conditions are primed for rapid fire spread, with relative humidity...

The orange-and-black Halloween taffy everyone ignored is now nearly impossible to buy

What goes with Halloween just as much as creative costumes?

Millions of Social Security payments hitting accounts ahead of schedule: Here’s why

The Social Security Administration is sending millions of payments today, two days ahead of the regular schedule.

Daylight saving time will end this weekend. When do clocks ‘fall back’?

Daylight saving time will end this weekend.

R.C. Horsch gave feds info about child prostitution, drugs to avoid lengthy sentence

Newly unsealed federal court records have revealed details regarding a 2009 plea agreement involving Raymond Horsch, who died in 2025 and has been linked to seven women in the Olney house of horrors investigation.

Pa. college opens new wrestling facility as women’s program triples in size

Cedar Crest College cut the ribbon on a new wrestling facility Oct. 24 during Homecoming Weekend, marking a milestone for the program that launched just four years ago and has since tripled in size.

Report: Number of state, local officers helping ICE has doubled since February

The number of officers collaborating with federal officials to provide border and immigration security as part of the 287(g) program has doubled since February, according to a new report.

Lingering Democratic divisions could preview 2028 challenges

Democrats are weeks away from the start of the next presidential primary — a contest many in the party have been eagerly anticipating since their devastating loss in the 2024 race. But the divisions that could shape the 2028 race are already on full display, even as Democrats look to make gains in...

U.S. residents ‘not optimistic about financial future’: report

A new report has found a drop in consumer sentiment regarding financial outlook.

Route 30 roadwork set at multiple locations next week in Lancaster County

LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) -- PennDOT announced that Route 30 will see lane restrictions, traffic shifts and stop conditions as a result of multiple projects in Lancaster County. A new pavement patching, road base and joint repair operation is getting underway on Monday, Nov. 2, as part of a...

Potential Binance 'hack' forces crypto firms to freeze $3 billion

The exchange, which described the situation as a "security issue," has temporarily suspended deposits and withdrawals while it "conducts security checks, freezes funds, and works with law enforcement." I

Swing district voters in Pa. grapple with economy, Iran war ahead of midterms

By Molly Bilinski

An already-ailing alcohol industry might have a new problem: GLP-1s

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic might have impacts outside of people’s weight-loss.

Dauphin County township moves to get ahead of data center development with ordinance

In response to the data center boom, officials in Lower Swatara Township say they are being proactive by drafting a data center ordinance ahead of any development proposals.

3 dead after 2 helicopters crash near Oregon airport

The R22 is a two-seat aircraft and the H125 can carry up to six passengers, depending on the configuration.

Gov. Shapiro brings quest for Democratic allies to Cumberland County

Gov. Josh Shapiro came to Camp Hill looking for allies Thursday night.

Pennsylvania receiving nearly $9M after GM data-sharing lawsuit

(WHTM) -- General Motors will pay Pennsylvania millions of dollars to settle a data-sharing lawsuit. Thirty-six states sued GM over allegations of illegally selling the private driving data of their customers, despite GM telling customers they would not sell their data. Information that was sold...

‘Unknown’ no longer: Two newborns who died in Pa. in the early 1960s are identified

WILLIAMSPORT — Death certificates for two newborns who died in the early 1960s in Lycoming County are now being corrected to include their last names thanks to the forensic work of a deputy coroner.Through research by Alexis Martin, the names of the mothers of the babies have been identified. Plans...

Dauphin County police search for missing 17-year-old boy

Police in Dauphin County are searching for a teenage boy who was reported missing.

Police: Franklin County children forced to put hands in freezer, would be hit by hammer

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) -- Charges were filed Wednesday after children reported alleged abuse in which they would be hit with a hammer while their hands were in a deep freezer, according to charging documents. Evelio Wyatt Forbes, 50, faces 12 criminal charges after Chambersburg Police were...

Cumberland County mom, daughter charged after teen’s DUI crash tied to house party

A Cumberland County woman and her mother are facing charges after police said a 16-year-old girl was involved in a DUI crash after attending a party at their home, according to charging documents.Kayla F. Stambaugh, 20, and her mother, Erin E. Hess, 48, are both charged with 15 counts of corruption...

How a Midstate farm is converting waste into energy thanks to state funding

(WHTM) -- State environmental and agriculture officials visited a Midstate farm Thursday, spotlighting funding that will help turn waste into energy. Jubilee Dairy in Middletown, Dauphin County, received nearly $1 million through the Rise PA Program to install equipment that converts manure and...

Nationwide campaign launched to support poll workers ahead of Election Day

(WHTM) - A new nationwide campaign titled “Pollworkers Are Us” is launching to highlight and support the approximately 700,000 poll workers across the United States ahead of Tuesday's election. The campaign uses yard signs and video messaging in several states to build public confidence in election...

With more veterans making benefits claims, see how the VA is responding

The Department of Veterans Affairs processed a record 3.1 million compensation and pension claims in fiscal year 2026, and that number is expected to go up.

Lancaster Plain community shielded fake chiropractor accused of sex abuse from prison term: DA

A Lancaster County man who posed as a chiropractor and was accused of sexually assaulting multiple women and a child will spend only 10 years on probation, a sentence prosecutors attributed to prosecutorial “roadblocks” and efforts by a local Plain community to protect him.John M. Esh, 63, of...

When is trick-or-treat night in central Pennsylvania? | Full List

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) -- The chill of fall is in the air and, soon, ghosts, goblins, and more will roam our streets seeking sweet treats. Communities are already preparing for Halloween parades, trick-or-treat nights, and trunk-or-treat events. Check out a list of events across central...

Hersheypark selling discontinued Sweet Lights displays

HERHSEY, Pa. (WHTM) - Pieces of Hershey's discontinued Sweet Lights display are now for sale on Hersheypark's website. As abc27 first reported in September, Hersheypark’s published a statement saying they will “focus on growing Hersheypark Christmas Candylane” and retire the driving experience....