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U.S. launches self-defense strikes against Iran

U.S. forces have begun launching "self-defense strikes" against Iran, officials say. President Donald Trump announced the response after the Islamic Republic shot down a U.S. Army helicopter over...

Published Jun 9, 2026, 5:36 PM EDT

allentown / wfmz

Congress Debates Abuses of TPS Program

At a congressional hearing Tuesday, lawmakers debated alleged abuses of the Department of Homeland Security’s Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program, which allows nationals from designated countries to come...

Published Jun 9, 2026, 4:51 PM EDT

allentown / lehighvalleylive

Lehigh County residential property sales: May 25–31

Lehigh County reported 13 residential property transfers for the week of May 25 to 31. The median sale during that period was a 2,220-square-foot home on Tournament Court...

Published Jun 9, 2026, 2:36 PM EDT

allentown / lehighvalleylive

Slow-Cooker Mojo Pork and Black Beans

Mojo is a garlicky Cuban marinade traditionally made with sour oranges; this slow-cooker recipe substitutes a punchy mix of lime, orange and lemon. Pork cooks about six hours...

Published Jun 9, 2026, 1:55 PM EDT

allentown / lehighvalleylive

Cucumber and Onion Salad for Summer Picnics

This cucumber and onion salad is marinated in a slightly sweet vinegar dressing and commonly served at picnics and cookouts alongside smoked sausages and barbecue chicken. Salting the...

Published Jun 9, 2026, 1:55 PM EDT

allentown / lehighvalleylive

Cold Peanut Ginger Noodles

This streamlined cold noodle dish pairs crunchy peanut butter and sesame oil for an earthy dressing, cut by chile crisp heat and lime tang. Chopped crystallized ginger adds...

Published Jun 9, 2026, 1:55 PM EDT

allentown / lehighvalleylive

Rhubarb and Roasted Strawberry Pie

This pie pairs tart rhubarb with roasted strawberries whose caramelization concentrates sweetness and reduces wateriness. The filling starts with roasting the fruit, and a homemade crust made with...

Published Jun 9, 2026, 1:55 PM EDT

allentown / lehighvalleylive

4-Ingredient Seed Crackers

These gluten-free and dairy-free crackers use only seeds: flax, pumpkin, sunflower and hemp hearts. Flax seeds turn into a glue-like gel when mixed with boiling water to bind...

Published Jun 9, 2026, 1:55 PM EDT