Steelers cut Myles Jack; signing former Dolphins' LB to 2-year deal

 Posted on May 17, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  126 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

Pittsburgh (WJAC) — According to NFL Insider Adam Schefter, the Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly parting ways with veteran linebacker Myles Jack. Jack signed a two-year deal with the Steelers, prior to last season, after spending the first six years of his career in Jacksonville. He played in 15 games this past season for Pittsburgh, starting 13 of them, and recorded 104 total tackles. Multiple reports also indicate that the Steelers are planning to sign free agent linebacker Elandon Roberts to a two-year deal. [Read More]

Turnpike reopens after hours-long closure following tractor-trailer rollover

 Posted on May 17, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  313 words  |  Brenda Moya

UPDATE:Officials with the Pennsylvania Turnpike and PennDOT say that the roadway has reopened following a tractor-trailer rollover crash Monday morning between the Bedford and Somerset exits. 911 dispatchers say crews were called to the scene of the crash, just after 9 a.m., near the 129 eastbound mile marker. Officials say the driver of the tractor-trailer was injured and the truck was hauling paper, which had spilled onto the roadway. A Turnpike spokesperson said that such a large stretch of the roadway was closed in order to detour the commercial vehicle traffic safely. [Read More]

Woman charged for stabbing man with kitchen knife inside Acosta residence

 Posted on May 17, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  165 words  |  Brenda Moya

Somerset Co., PA (WJAC) — State police in Somerset County say an Acosta woman is behind bars after being accused of stabbing a man during a domestic altercation inside a Jenner Township residence. Authorities say on Tuesday afternoon, troopers were dispatched to the residence, located along 4th Street, for a reported stabbing. Police say the victim, a 57-year-old man, was reportedly stabbed by his girlfriend, 46-year-old Taniya Brooks Mason. Investigators say the man reportedly suffered a large laceration to his left arm and he was transported to Conemaugh Hospital. [Read More]

'No defense in the top 14?'

 Posted on May 16, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  316 words  |  Christie Applegate

WASHINGTON (TND) — Baltimore Ravens player Kyle Hamilton took to social media Thursday with a creative suggestion to ensure equity in the NFL Draft. Thursday night’s draft saw University of Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams taken first overall by the Chicago Bears. Teams then went on to take 13 consecutive offensive players until the Indianapolis Colts ended the streak by selecting University of California, Los Angeles defensive end Laiatu Latu. [Read More]

Blair Co. humane society asking for donations after weekend fire destroys storage sheds

 Posted on May 16, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  102 words  |  Brenda Moya

Blair Co., PA (WJAC) — The Central PA Humane Society in Blair County is asking for help from the community after a weekend fire destroyed some of its storage sheds. 911 officials say crews were dispatched to the shelter around 5 p.m. Sunday. The shelter said in a post that none of its staff or animals were harmed in the blaze but that all of their extra cages were destroyed. [Read More]

Lowe's Heroes build dog training park in DuBois

 Posted on May 16, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  127 words  |  Christie Applegate

DUBOIS, Pa. - Lowe's employees are making a difference for pet owners in Clearfield County. Lowe's Heroes, from the store on Commons Drive in DuBois, recently added a dog training park to the Beaver Meadow Dog Park in DuBois. The Heroes program encourages employees to team together, adopt a volunteer project and make a difference. Employee Neil Hanes said it's the store's way of giving back to the community that always supports it. [Read More]

Rutter's opens new location in Bedford; plans continued expansion in coming years

 Posted on May 16, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  69 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

Bedford County, PA (WJAC) — A new convenience store is now open in Bedford.

York-based chain Rutter's opened its doors Tuesday near the Route 30/Route 220 interchange.

The company says this is the fourth store it has opened this year.

Company officials say the new store will employ 50 approximately people.

Rutter's officials say they also have plans for new locations in Cambria, Blair, Centre and Huntingdon counties.

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SFU student pleads no contest in assault case; receives probation

 Posted on May 16, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  121 words  |  Delta Gatti

Cambria Co., PA (WJAC) — Cambria County officials say a Saint Francis student who was accused of sexually assaulting a woman inside a campus dormitory has entered a plea in the case. Authorities say Kendal Marks appeared in court earlier this week where he pleaded no contest to a reduced charge of simple assault. Marks was charged last May following an investigation into allegations that he assaulted a fellow student inside a university dorm room. [Read More]

Tornado rips roof off Pennsylvania church with congregation inside

 Posted on May 16, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  345 words  |  Christie Applegate

Union Township, PA (CNN) — A tornado tore the roof off of a Pennsylvania church over the weekend while people were gathered inside for a service. Video shows the confirmed tornado that violently tore through neighborhoods, ripping off roofs and uprooting massive trees in Union Township. Crossroads Ministries Church was having a service when the tornado came barreling their way. Pastor Ken Barner says about 100 people, including babies, were inside at the time. [Read More]

"Cookies with Cops:" law enforcement forms bond with Bedford County children

 Posted on May 15, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  277 words  |  Christie Applegate

BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Sunday morning, 9-year-old Raymond Koontz of Bedford decorated cookies to look like police officers, cars, and badges. "I thought it would be fun to come to make cookies, so I made some cookies today," Raymond said. He decorated with the Bedford County Sheriff, Wayne Emerick, right by his side. "We try to build a real rapport with them, because as they grow and mature, they can grow up and trust police. [Read More]