What to expect as Big Boy steams toward NEPA

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.

Summer camp caters to children with traumatic brain injuries

Camp Cranium is a camp for children with traumatic brain injuries. The week-long camp offers community, support and fun for the campers, encouraging independence and building their confidence every June.

Commonwealth Concert series comes to Kirby Park this weekend

The Luzerne County Transportation Authority unveiled two newly decorated buses that will help carry crowds to this weekend's Commonwealth Concert Series performance at Kirby Park. The concert is part of America250PA’s celebrations of the country’s semiquincentennial.

Union Pacific Big Boy has big economic impact

Union Pacific’s Big Boy has already drawn thousands of hardcore and casual railfans to Steamtown National Historic Site this week to see the massive locomotive side-by-side with one of its former workmates. With those throngs of spectators comes a big windfall for the region’s economy.