Today’s Top Stories: September 28, 2026
Each night, JET Action News will be bringing you the top stories of the day from around northwest Pennsylvania for you to catch up on what’s going on in your community! Click the links below to learn more! Local advocates, police speak on domestic violence amid recent homicide A 32-year-old Erie man, Sabri Bol, faces [
Corry volleyball to host fundraiser for suicide prevention
The Corry Area High School’s volleyball team will take to the court Tuesday for a good cause, turning their next home game into a night of giving back. As the end of Suicide Prevention Month approaches, the team chose to benefit the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention and Awareness, raising money through Chinese
Drivers advised to exercise caution as crews complete maintenance in North East Twp.
A road closure in North East Township is creating a detour for drivers as railroad crews complete maintenance work. A portion of Williams Road, Route 1013, is temporarily closed to through traffic between Route 20 and Side Hill Road. Norfolk Southern Railway Company began maintenance at the railroad crossing on Monday,
Erie hosts national firefighter challenge championship
The toughest two minutes in sports wrapped up on Saturday in downtown Erie. The Firefighter Challenge National Championship showcased the skills, speed and endurance of firefighters from all over the U.S., Canada and other countries. Participants competed in individual, tandem team and relay team divisions over four da
Data center developers talk about the current environment
Two data center developers told a natural gas industry group that transparency, empathy and deep pockets are key to winning over hearts and minds in the new climate for data centers.
ANNA Shelter rescues 17 animals from horrid conditions
The ANNA Shelter team responded to the scene of animal cruelty, which founder Ruth Thompson said is all too common. Thompson said Pennsylvania State Police asked for their help after someone was reported for having several pets kept in horrid conditions, including 14 cats, two dogs and a bird. The animals were confined
Wendel: Increasing Property Values Allowed for Historically Low Tax Rate Proposal
Chautauqua County's top elected official says rising property values is part of why he was able to propose a historically low property tax rate while keeping the tax levy flat in his tentative 2027 budget. County Executive P.J. Wendel discussed his $330 million spending plan as a guest on WDOE's "Viewpoint" program on
Protesters continue call for ‘Justice for Chello’ as trial nears
A protest took place in downtown Erie on Sunday in remembrance and demanding justice for Marchello Woodard, the 43-year-old Erie man who was shot and killed during a compliance check with state parole agents in July of 2025. “When law enforcement kills someone while they’re unarmed, it is not okay, and the community is
Erie shelters prepare for the cold months with help from county
At Community of Caring, staff are already looking ahead to the needs that come with colder weather. As temperatures drop, organizations can see more people seeking warmth, shelter and other basic services. "Make sure that they have all the winter apparel that they're going to need, so it's coming at...
Local advocates, police speak on domestic violence amid homicide
A 32-year-old Erie man, Sabri Bol, faces charges including homicide and aggravated assault following the death of his girlfriend, 38-year-old Victoria Ogak, after an alleged domestic abuse incident on the city’s east side. Ogak died on Aug. 10 from a preliminary cause of death identified as a subdural hemorrhage....

















