Harrisburg PA

Hershey may be known for chocolate, but there will be a different kind of food getting the focus for a special event. That’s because Hersheypark will be hosting a qualifying round for Major League Eating, and competitors will have the chance to earn a spot in the upcoming International Hot Dog Eating Contest.

After a classmate’s suicide attempt, Souderton High School students launched a mental health campaign now reaching lawmakers in Harrisburg. After a classmate’s failed suicide attempt, Souderton High School’s Thomas Fedesco knew something had to be done. The high school senior brought his concerns to school...

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced it will be installing a new stop sign configuration in Dauphin County. According to PennDOT, the new stop sign configuration is set to be installed on Wednesday, June 4 at the intersection of Market Street (Route 25) and Main...

For many, a two-year associate degree can be the ticket to higher earning power at an affordable price. Though some types of associate degrees can be a stepping stone to a bachelor's, others are geared toward middle-skilled careers that require specialized knowledge, such as criminal justice, cybersecurity,...

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, 866-366-3723, uses a risk-based inspection reporting process for restaurants and other food handlers. VFW Post #0882, 795 Valley St. Marysville, May 22. Pass. Observed a black mold-like substance on the interior wall of the shared beer/food walk-in cooler. Operator to...

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — PennDOT officials are urging people to keep their eyes on the road as Paul Miller’s Law goes into effect on Thursday. Paul Miller was tragically killed in 2010 after he was hit by a distracted driver. The Miller family has worked with Governor Shapiro to create a law banning the use of...

Lee Richard Brown, 39, of Mount Wolf, was charged with Misdemeanor Simple Assault, Summary Harassment, and Summary Criminal Mischief. He was released on a $15,000 signature bond following his preliminary arraignment on Monday, June 2. He is scheduled to appear in court again on July 7 before Magisterial District...

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Harrisburg City School District is set to exit receivership this month. The Pennsylvania Department of Education says it will make the announcement Tuesday morning. The Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas appointed a receiver in 2022 to help move the district in the right direction. The...

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — For the first time in 13 years, Harrisburg schools are not supervised by the state. The state handed the reins back to the school board during a signing ceremony on June 3, but the board will officially regain supervision at 11:59 p.m. on June 17. Today, Pennsylvania’s top education leader...

My parents lost a baby to crib death way back in 1961. I’ll never forget seeing my father cry for the first time. Our family was never the same afterwards. I firmly believe the Lebanon County prosecutor is too heavy-handed in this situation, and the criminal charges exceed the situation. Isn’t it painful enough for...