Defendants in 2024 beating homicide seek reduced charges
(WJET/WFXP)– The trial for one of four people accused of playing their own role in the beating death of an Erie man on a public street has begun, two of whom are looking to have their homicide charge dropped. The trial for 39-year-old Jeffery Edmond, who is facing homicide charges for allegedly beating 31-year-old Ledo
Erie Man Found Guilty in Fatal Fentanyl Drug Delivery Case
An Erie County jury has found a 27-year-old Erie man guilty in connection with a fatal fentanyl overdose that claimed the life of another Erie resident in 2023. The Erie County District Attorney's Office announced that Stewart Correll was convicted on June 11 of Drug Delivery Resulting in Death, Criminal Use of a Commu
Clocking In: Going on patrol with the City of Erie Police Department
What does a typical day look like for a police officer? The answer might surprise you. From traffic stops to community outreach and unexpected calls, our Jade Leah Burns got an up-close look at life behind the badge. While most people avoid ending up in a police car, Burns signed up to buckle in, and […]
Strong storms affecting our area now
Our area remains under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 8 PM, but the immediate storm picture on radar shows storms in the region, at this point producing downpours with no warnings at the moment. Craig and I feel this batch will clear the counties to our east, such as Warren/Chautauqua/Forest by 4PM. Radar looks prom
200 Years Later, the Eagle Hotel Still Draws a Crowd
As we near the Eagle Hotel’s 200th anniversary the Fort LeBoeuf Historical society as well as the Eagle Bicentennial Committee is proud to announce that their Bicentennial Celebration is sold out. Formerly a stagecoach stop, tavern, hotel, restaurant, and gathering place for all, the Eagle Hotel is now celebrating...
State troopers find cocaine after Lake County traffic stop
WARREN — A Pennsylvania man faces felony drug charges in Ohio after state troopers say they found more than two pounds of cocaine during a traffic stop on Interstate 90. Shawn Jones, 34, of Erie, Pennsylvania, was arrested following the roadside search in Lake County. The Ohio State Highway Patrol announced that troope
Erie Bus Driver Loses Job After Stopping to Save Opossums
A former Erie-area school bus driver says she was fired after stopping her route to rescue eight baby opossums from a busy roadway — a decision that has since sparked attention and debate online. Rose Sheakley says she was driving along Cherry Street when she spotted what looked like...
Annual Give Big CHQ Fundraiser Begins at Midnight
Approximately 130 nonprofit organizations across Chautauqua County will participate in a 24-hour online fundraising event that connects people with causes they care about. Give Big CHQ, which begins at midnight, is hosted by the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation. Chautauqua County Rural Ministry will be among the
Harborcreek to Host Freedom Celebration at Shades Beach
Community members are invited to kick off their Independence Day festivities early during the Freedom Celebration at Shades Beach Park on July 1. The family-friendly event will run from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and is free and open to the public as part of Erie County's America 250PA celebrations.
Newsmaker: Robert Barber talks Barber National Institute’s new pool
A local organization is celebrating the re-opening of a staple resource. Barber National Institute hosted a ribbon cutting for their new pool on Wednesday. The improvements were designed to meet updated infrastructure standards as well as add new equipment. Chief Operating Officer Robert Barber explained how the unique
