University of Chicago students stage commencement walkout as diplomas withheld

 Posted on May 29, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  453 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

CHICAGO (AP) — Dozens of students protesting the war in Gaza walked out of the University of Chicago's commencement Saturday as the school withheld the diplomas of four seniors over their involvement with a pro-Palestinian encampment. The disruption to the rainy two-hour outdoor ceremony was brief, with shouts, boos and calls to "Stop Genocide." A crowd of students walked out in between speeches and a demonstration followed the official ceremony. Some chanted as they held Palestinian flags while others donned traditional keffiyeh, black and white checkered scarves that represent Palestinian solidarity, over their robes. [Read More]

'I need help:' 911 audio played during hearing for Patton man accused of shooting wife

 Posted on May 28, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  359 words  |  Brenda Moya

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — A Cambria County man accused of fatally shooting his wife with a shotgun, after she reportedly threatened to leave him, appeared in court Wednesday for a preliminary hearing. Police say William Simmons, of Patton, is facing murder and aggravated assault charges in the death of 66-year-old Rebecca Simmons. Investigators say on February 22nd, police were dispatched to a residence along Grozanick Road, in Chest Township, after Rebecca Simmons reportedly called 911 to report that she had been shot by her husband. [Read More]

Annual Ferndale Jubilee returns; no parade being held this year

 Posted on May 28, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  138 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — The 91st annual Ferndale Firemen's Jubilee is underway this week, with the opening ceremony being held Monday evening. The jubilee will be open every day, until Saturday, from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Officials add that the kitchen will open an hour earlier, at 5 p.m., every day. Due to the rise in fuel costs, officials say there will be no parade this year, but still plenty of fun with rides, a weeklong 50/50, games and food. [Read More]

Johnstown airport having most success in last 20 years

 Posted on May 28, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  324 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

Johnstown Airport Officials said the last two months have been the best two months they've had in the last 20 years. Today local, state, and federal officials gathered at the John Murtha Airport in Johnstown to talk about the state of aviation in Pennsylvania. Representatives of the Johnstown Airport said their future looks bright. “The Johnstown Airport over the last several years has done more in development than it has in decades,” Johnstown Airport Authority Chairman Rick McQuaide said. [Read More]

Polkafest '22 wraps up

 Posted on May 28, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  128 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Johnstown's annual Polkafest had its final day, giving folks a little taste of Poland and other countries. Of course, a band played some polka music, getting couples of all ages on the dance floor to boogie. And tons upon tons of food, like kielbasa and pierogis, were prepared there. We caught up with some volunteers from St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church grilling some meats. "There is no better way to do it other than to experience any kind of heritage, not only Polish heritage, but any heritage firsthand," [Read More]

Project RELO continues mission to honor fallen service members, support veterans

 Posted on May 28, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  29 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

Project RELO continues mission to honor fallen service members, support veterans

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Saquon Barkley not named Heisman Trophy finalist

 Posted on May 28, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  190 words  |  Delta Gatti

NEW YORK -- Oklahoma's Baker Mayfield, Louisville's Lamar Jackson and Stanford's Bryce Love have been named finalists for the Heisman Trophy. Penn State junior running back Saquon Barkley - once considered the front-runner to win the prestigious award - was not selected as a finalist to attend the ceremony Saturday in New York City. Barkley was recently named the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year, Running Back of the Year and Return Specialist of the Year, becoming the second player in conference history to win three major awards. [Read More]

Berlin man killed in crash involving coal truck on Glades Pike

 Posted on May 27, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  109 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Officials in Somerset County say a Berlin man was killed Wednesday afternoon after his vehicle collided with a coal truck. Authorities say the crash occurred around 12:30 p.m., near the intersection of Glades Pike and Brotherton Road. The Somerset County coroner's office identified the driver of the vehicle as 90-year-old William Riley, of Berlin. Officials say an autopsy is scheduled for Thursday to determine Riley's cause of death. [Read More]

Florida police investigating death of PGA Tour player Grayson Murray

 Posted on May 27, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  202 words  |  Brenda Moya

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (WPEC) — An investigation is being conducted into the death of two-time PGA Tour winner and Florida residentGrayson Murray. The Palm Beach Gardens Police Department said on Tuesday that it is investigating the 30-year-old golfer's death, which occurred inside a residence within city limits on May 25 at around 11 a.m. Following an initial investigation, police said there does not appear to be any signs of foul play. [Read More]

Local Sheetz stops fuel sales temporarily

 Posted on May 27, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  59 words  |  Brenda Moya

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Fuel sales are not available at the Sheetz on Goucher and Broad streets in Johnstown.

Sheetz representative Nick Ruffner said the pumps are temporarily unavailable due to a fuel supply issue.

Ruffner said, “Fuel sales were stopped as a precaution while we work to refuel those stores, which should be completed by this evening.”

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