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Today, local shelters in Northeast Pennsylvania say they can't keep up with surrenders, animal cruelty, medical cases and strays. And meet a father-daughter coroner duo serving Lycoming County.

The Trump administration's scrutiny of federal funding keeps hitting home. A freeze on federal funding for a reproductive health program has left Maternal and Family Health Services struggling to continue serving Pennsylvania.

Thousands of protestors across the region shared a sentiment over the weekend - "No Kings." Hear more from a local protest in Wilkes-Barre. And, Keystone Mission will close two centers in NEPA, including an overnight shelter for people experiencing homelessness in Wilkes-Barre.

U.S. Reps. Rob Bresnahan and Dan Meuser are among those applauding a Trump administration plan to roll back Biden-era climate rules.

Today, we’ll catch up with WVIA Bilingual reporter Robert Collado on the closing of a South Scranton church. And Pennsylvania's Health Secretary criticizes potential cuts to Medicaid.

The Age-Friendly Lackawanna Celebration at Nay Aug Park gathered resources and support for older adults. And we'll hear from a student impacted by the "pause" on Job Corps operations.

The country is watching as protests continue in Los Angeles and other cities. Republicans, including at least two representing our region, express their support for President Trump’s decision to send soldiers to LA.And a new facility is open at Tobyhanna Army Depot - the Monroe County facility now makes microelectronics.

Today, inmates care for other inmates at the end of their lives at SCI Waymart. And in Scranton, a new garden appeals to more senses than sight.

A year-old nonprofit in Union County offers re-entry and recovery services. And, find some reading recommendations for Pride Month.

Gov. Josh Shapiro has sued the USDA over the termination of a three-year, $13 million dollar food assistance contract. But that's only one issue taxing Pennsylvania's food assistance programs. And, former Congressman Matt Cartwright explains his decision not to run again in 2026.

Fewer people may be able to get produce at farmers markets this summer. There are fewer farmers market vouchers available and their distribution is delayed. And, former U.S. Rep. Matt Cartwright will not run for Congress again next year.

Parts of Scranton’s history are in pieces at a studio in Luzerne County while a stained glass artist restores the century-old windows of Scranton City Hall.

Pennsylvania's senators are split on support of President Donald Trump's federal budget bill. And a Washington D.C. nonprofit officially takes the reins of struggling Keystone College.

ICE arrested three employees of a Honesdale restaurant late last week. And a ketamine clinic in Luzerne County hopes to reduce stigma around medical use of the drug.

Penn State University is closing down regional campuses - including the one in Wilkes-Barre. We’ll take a deeper look at what that means for students in Northeast Pennsylvania.

We're off to defend a castle with the Dungeons and Dragons club at a Luzerne County school - the club is one way educators there are trying to increase school attendance.

A Dickson City council member died in a car crash over the weekend. And utility customers in four counties could face rate hikes.

Today, just after Memorial Day, we’ll learn the story of a WWII airman from Williamsport whose remains were finally identified last year. He'll be laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery this summer.

May 26, 2025 - Next steps in replacing a Lackawanna County commission, Bookmarks and Community Connection.

We have a big update on Penn State University today - Penn State's board of trustees voted 25 to 8 on Thursday to close seven regional campuses, including Wilkes-Barre.

Governor Josh Shapiro sees the Scranton School District as an example of progress - that’s what he told elementary school students during a visit this week.

Today we're catching up on results from the 2025 Primary Election - Scranton has its candidates for the next mayor of the Electric City.

Northeast PA will be home to a first-of-its-kind advocacy center for older adults. And it's Primary Election Day in Pennsylvania - WVIA News is out and about covering the election today.

Today, a new hotel could bring 110 rooms to downtown Wilkes-Barre. And how are schools districts and colleges in our region trying to address a statewide shortage of teachers? Find out in the latest News Voices.

Today - get all the details on Wilkes-Barre's Fine Arts Fiesta, and an ATV trail could be on the way for Lackawanna County.