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Dermot Mulroney confirms 'Chicago Fire' exit
Dermot Mulroney has confirmed he is leaving NBC’s Chicago Fire. He described the departure as “sad” and said it was “bitter to have to leave.”
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12-year-old needs skin graft after squishy toy explodes
A 12-year-old boy in Meyerside, England needed a skin graft after a NeeDoh cube exploded on a window sill at his family’s home. The toy reportedly burst from...
allentown / wfmz
Michigan voters head to polls for major primary contests
Michigan voters headed to the polls to vote in a number of critical primary races, The Center Square reports. The outcomes will determine which candidates advance toward the...
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Pa. Lyme disease cases lower so far in 2026, but ticks still out there
With 2026 more than halfway over, reported Lyme disease cases in Pennsylvania are down from the same point in each of the two previous years. By comparison, last...
allentown / lehighvalleylive
USDA issues health alert for Costco product
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service has issued an alert regarding a product that was sold at Costco. A recall was not implemented because...
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$46K ATV damage prompts borough to consider banning wheeled vehicles at Slate Belt park
An ATV caused about $46,000 in damage at a Slate Belt borough park, damage officials discovered in April. The incident has prompted borough leaders to consider banning nearly...
allentown / wfmz
State case begins against man accused in killing of Minnesota lawmaker
Vance Boelter appeared in state court to face state charges for last year’s attacks that killed Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband. The court appearance...
allentown / wfmz
Homeowners Shocked When Insurance Doesn’t Cover Flooded Basements, Aging Roofs
Many homeowners assume their policies will cover damages such as basement flooding and wear on aging roofs. Those assumptions frequently lead to surprise and financial strain when they...
allentown / lehighvalleylive
Sam’s Club redesign encourages shoppers to skip checkout lines
Sam’s Club plans store redesigns that add conveniences including the ability for members to skip checkout lines, the New York Post reports. The warehouse chain will remove some...
allentown / lehighvalleylive
Target drops Dyson V8 cordless vacuum to $299.99 — $100 off for limited time
Target is offering the Dyson V8 Cyclone Cordless Stick Vacuum for $299.99, a $100 discount from its regular $400 price. The cordless stick promises powerful cleaning and versatile...
allentown / wfmz
Freedom Haulers expected to draw veterans to driving big rigs
The Freedom Haulers initiative is designed to recruit veterans into careers driving big rigs. Organizers say changes in America’s trucking may not be fully tangible even when the...
allentown / lehighvalleylive
Former Allentown Central Catholic coach Dennis Csensits joins Division I staff
Dennis Csensits, the former boys basketball coach at Allentown Central Catholic, has been hired to a Division I coaching staff. He is headed to the America East Conference.
allentown / lehighvalleylive
Northampton County residential property sales: July 20–26
This listing covers all residential property transfers in Northampton County reported during the week of July 20–26. There were 67 transactions; the median sale was a 2,204-square-foot property...
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Sidney Starr Arrested on Child Sex Abuse Charges
Sidney Starr, best known for appearing on VH1’s Love and Hip Hop: New York and Baddies ATL, is facing child sex abuse charges. The charges reportedly include sexual...
allentown / lehighvalleylive
Lehigh Valley confirms first measles case as officials urge vaccination checks
Health officials confirmed the Lehigh Valley’s first measles case this week after two pediatric siblings in Lehigh County tested positive. The diagnosis comes amid a surge in measles...
allentown / lehighvalleylive
Raytheon wins $271 million Navy missile-defense contract
The U.S. Navy has awarded Raytheon Missiles and Defense of Marlborough, Massachusetts, a $271 million contract to work on missile-defense systems for warships. The Pentagon announced the award...
allentown / lehighvalleylive
Bowen Yang to make Broadway debut as Mary Todd Lincoln
Saturday Night Live alum Bowen Yang will make his Broadway debut as Mary Todd Lincoln in the revival of Oh, Mary. His engagement is scheduled to run for...
allentown / lehighvalleylive
Walmart recalls pistachio nut butter — throw it out ASAP
Walmart has recalled a popular brand of pistachio nut butter because of a health risk. Shoppers are being advised to check their refrigerators and immediately throw out any...