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Mom-to-be died shielding child from flying bullets in Harrisburg: ‘She didn’t deserve this’
Tyemeshia Miller, known by her nickname “Dooda,” went to Fourth and Woodbine streets to hang out with friends on a beautiful Monday afternoon in Harrisburg. As Miller chatted on the crowded front porch, gunfire erupted. Miller’s first instinct was to try to protect the children around her, according to relatives.
Harrisburg woman charged with mother’s homicide, elder neglect
LOWER PAXTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WHTM) — A Harrisburg woman is in prison facing charges of homicide and neglecting care for a dependent person after the death of her 77-year-old mother. Lower Paxton Township Police said Yeawah Sanu was arrested this week with the assistance of the U.S. Marshals Fugitive...
Hundreds attend vigil for 19-year-old mom-to-be killed in Harrisburg
Family and friends gathered Thursday evening to remember Tyemeshia Miller, also known as “Dooda,” and her unborn son after she was shot and killed in Harrisburg on Monday. Hundreds gathered at the intersection of North 5th and Woodbine Streets in Harrisburg for a balloon release at 5 p.m. The meeting near the scene of the crime was organized by Miller’s sister.
State police release name of motorcyclist killed in Dauphin County
Pennsylvania State Police in Dauphin County released the name and age of the person who died Wednesday after losing control of a motorcycle on Interstate 76 (Pa. Turnpike) on Wednesday. Kimberly Toliver, 49, of Newark, N.J., was riding west on I-76 in Londonderry Township when she lost control of a...
Police searching for York County couple accused of stealing hundreds of dollars worth of antiques
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — A Pennsylvania couple is being sought by police after they allegedly duped a victim out of his antiques collection and tens of thousands of dollars in profits. The York County victim allegedly told police he contacted Thomas and Christina Taylor, who own Palmyra-based Collectors Auction...
Harrisburg is breaking a weather record, and it might have saved you a buck or two
You may not realize it, but we are breaking a weather record here in the Harrisburg area this month. The total number of heating degree days for the 2023-24 cold-weather season, a count that runs from July 1 forward, sat at 4,219 through Wednesday. That’s well under the previous low of 4,285 through the same date, set in 2012.
Brand new fire equipment on display during firefighter expo in Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Firefighters from all over the country are taking to the Farm Show Complex this weekend. The Fire Expo, put on by the Lancaster County Firemen’s Association, connects thousands of firefighters with displays of the newest equipment and technology. “You’re coming to look at all...
Central Pa. dad launches ‘Men Raising Black Boys’ event in Harrisburg
Corey Dupree believes that young Black boys should be supported by a community because that was the one thing he wanted after having his first child at 20 years old. Today, the 34-year-old has two children. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
Harrisburg man accused of pointing gun during road rage turns himself in
The 57-year-old Harrisburg man who police say pointed a gun at two people during a road rage incident earlier this month in Cumberland County surrendered on Wednesday, according to a press release. Police said William S. Kent turned himself in around 9 a.m., one day after police filed criminal charges...
Jan. 6 rioter apologizes to Dauphin County school that got bad rap after his arrest
A Palmyra man sentenced Friday to nearly four years of prison for his conduct during the Capitol riots apologized for the “stain” he put on his family, and his daughter’s school. Leo Brent Bozell, IV, charged up the capitol steps with other rioters on Jan. 6, 2021,...
Police seek help identifying suspected e-bike thief in Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Harrisburg Police are looking for help in identifying a suspected e-bike thief. According to police, the suspected theft occurred around 3 p.m. Saturday on the 2700 block of Agate Street. The victim reported they were shopping at a local store when an unknown man approached and asked the victim to buy some items for him.
Harrisburg food truck’s shrimp tacos are sweet and smoky: Best Eats
717 Tacos has three, and soon to be four, trucks that you can follow by checking their Facebook page. They pull into food-truck gatherings and regularly park at Spring Gate Vineyard and Winery in Lower Paxton Township and Hersheypark. The truck, named after the local area code, is also available...
SoMa Fest, summer block parties return to Harrisburg with drinks, live music, games
As the summer season rolls in, Harrisburg’s SoMa neighborhood will get the party started. Monthly SoMa block parties will kick off in May with music, food and games, with a special SoMa Fest planned for Saturday, June 1, featuring all things beer and wine. The first SoMa block party...
Harrisburg School District superintendent up for Central Dauphin superintendent position
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – The Central Dauphin School District has announced that on Monday, May 20 at the School Board meeting Eric Turman, current Harrisburg School District superintendent, will be recommended for a vote for his election as superintendent for CDSD. “The search process has been thoughtful and rigorous, and I want to thank the […]
Homes at or under $250,000 in Harrisburg
Prospective homebuyers considering the real estate market had a range of options in various neighborhoods throughout the region between May 6 and May 12. In this article, we outline recent property sales in Harrisburg, all of which featured homes under $250,000. Here, we provide a breakdown of the top three...
In 1992, people wrestled a 900-pound bear at an outdoors show at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The year was 1992. The place was the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex, where a 900-pound bear was waiting to take on all challengers — human challengers. The Canadian black bear, named Caesar, was not muzzled or declawed. And according to our report from 1992, he didn't like to lose.
The 2024 Central Dauphin East High School prom: See 78 photos from Friday’s event
Students arrive at the Best Western Premiere Hotel for the 2024 Central Dauphin East High School Prom. We hope you enjoy the photos captured at the event, taken by PennLive photographer Sean Simmers. PennLive will be sending photographers to many central Pa. proms throughout the season, which continues through early...
Harrisburg Area Riverboat Society delaying 2024 season
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – The Harrisburg Area Riverboat Society (HARS) has announced they are delaying the start of their 2024 cruise season for the Pride of the Susquehanna. HARS stated that the delay is due to an “unexpected repair requirement by the U.S. Coast Guard”. The paddlewheel boat will now open its season on Thursday, […]
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