DHS drops plans for immigration centers in Schuylkill, Berks counties

DHS drops plans for immigration centers in Schuylkill, Berks counties

The federal government has made a definitive decision on whether to go ahead with its proposed immigration detention centers in Schuylkill and Berks counties. Congressman Dan Meuser got confirmation on Friday.

Lackawanna County Dems sharply divided, legal fight possible

A sharply divided Lackawanna County Democratic Party may be headed for another court battle. This one is over who can serve as the party committee members when the committee votes to pick new officers at an upcoming reorganization meeting.

Marywood University president reflects on meeting with Pope Leo XIV

Two Americans with a vested interest in Catholic education met recently in Rome. One was Marywood University President Lisa Lori. The other was Pope Leo XIV.

Trump shifts focus to economy in Lehigh Valley appearance

President Donald Trump said his trade policies are benefitting the nation during a stop in the Lehigh Valley on Tuesday afternoon. And, find out how you can help WVIA News cover the issues that matter to you as the midterm elections approach.

Feds may drop plans for immigration centers in Pa. warehouses

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security may be rethinking plans to turn two Pennsylvania warehouses into immigrant detention centers. U.S. Sen. John Fetterman issued a statement Monday night saying he is "pleased to confirm ICE" is cancelling the plans, but did not say how he knows that.