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Sandusky fleshes out effort to have charges tossed

Jerry Sandusky's lawyer is giving the judge in his child sexual abuse case more details about why he thinks the criminal charges against him should be dismissed. More>>

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Lancaster County

Police ID elderly woman killed in Lancaster home

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Police have released the name of an elderly woman who was the victim of a homicide inside her Lancaster home. More>>

Dauphin County

Police: intruder barricaded home where teen was alone

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Police said they took an accused intruder into custody after he broke into a house where a 14-year-old girl was home alone. More>>

Cumberland County

Falling rocks damaged homes, nearly hit children, police say

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Several children were nearly struck by falling rocks and some homes were damaged by a blasting accident at a Cumberland County construction site, police said. More>>

Franklin County

Fire damages Chambersburg building

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A two-alarm fire Thursday afternoon damaged an extension of the Franklin County Courthouse. More>>

Pa. guard appears in court in killing, $2.3M heist

An armored car guard charged with killing his partner and making off with more than $2 million is back in Pennsylvania to face charges. More>>

Postal Service to begin closing plants this summer

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The nearly bankrupt U.S. Postal Service is moving ahead with plans to close dozens of mail processing centers, including facilities in Lancaster, Reading and Williamsport, saying it can no longer wait for Congress to decide how to cut postal costs. More>>

Disco Queen Donna Summer dies at 63

Like the King of Pop or the Queen of Soul, Donna Summer was bestowed a title fitting of musical royalty - the Queen of Disco. More>>

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Jury hears 911 call of Pa. woman in murder trial
Jury hears 911 call of Pa. woman in murder trial
A 911 call is played for jurors in the trial of a suburban Philadelphia woman charged with fatally shooting her estranged husband.More >>
A 911 call is played for jurors in the trial of a suburban Philadelphia woman charged with fatally shooting her estranged husband.More >>
News Minute: Here's the latest Pennsylvania news from The Associated Press
News Minute: Here's the latest Pennsylvania news from The Associated Press
Pennsylvania prosecutors are seeking advance notice if Jerry Sandusky's defense lawyers plan to call any expert witnesses during his upcoming child sexual abuse criminal trial. The attorney general's office TODA...More >>
Big Ten network cuts academics, citing low ratings
Big Ten network cuts academics, citing low ratings
By DAVID MERCER and RYAN J. FOLEY Associated Press The Big Ten network started in 2007 with plans to mix up to 660 hours of non-sports programs every year into its menu of football, basketball and other...More >>
By DAVID MERCER and RYAN J. FOLEY Associated Press The Big Ten network started in 2007 with plans to mix up to 660 hours of non-sports programs every year into its menu of football, basketball and other...More >>
This Hour: Latest Pennsylvania news, sports, business and entertainment
This Hour: Latest Pennsylvania news, sports, business and entertainment
An armored car guard charged with killing his partner and making off with more than $2 million is back in Pennsylvania to face charges.More >>
Unvaccinated kids booted from Pa. classrooms
Unvaccinated kids booted from Pa. classrooms
Get stuck or get out.More >>
Get stuck or get out.More >>

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Facebook prices IPO at $38 per share
Facebook prices IPO at $38 per share
Facebook's initial public offering could be one of the largest in history if its stock prices at the high end of its expected range on Thursday.More >>
By BARBARA ORTUTAY AP Technology Writer NEW YORK (AP) -More >>
Postal Service to begin closing plants this summer
Postal Service to begin closing plants this summer
The nearly bankrupt U.S. Postal Service is moving ahead with plans to close dozens of mail processing centers, saying it can no longer wait for Congress to decide how to cut postal costs.More >>
The nearly bankrupt U.S. Postal Service is moving forward with a multibillion-dollar cost-cutting plan that will close nearly 250 mail processing centers, saying on Thursday it can no longer wait as Congress remains...More >>
Afghanistan, detention issue divide lawmakers
Afghanistan, detention issue divide lawmakers
In an election-year challenge to President Barack Obama, House Republicans are pressing ahead with a defense budget that adds billions of dollars, boosts nuclear weapons programs and slows cost-cutting reductions in the...More >>
Coalitions of House Democrats and tea partyers pushed to speed up President Barack Obama's withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan and end the indefinite detention of terrorist suspects, even American citizens,...More >>
Zimmerman using $30,000 for living expenses
Zimmerman using $30,000 for living expenses
The neighborhood watch volunteer who is awaiting trial on a second-degree murder charge in the shooting of unarmed teen Trayvon Martin is using $30,000 to help with expenses while he is out on a $150,000 bond.More >>
The neighborhood watch volunteer who is awaiting trial on a second-degree murder charge in the shooting of unarmed teen Trayvon Martin is using $30,000 to help with expenses while he is out on a $150,000 bond.More >>
US gov't sets stiff tariffs on China solar panels
US gov't sets stiff tariffs on China solar panels
The Obama administration is moving to impose stiff new tariffs on solar panels made in China, finding that Chinese companies are improperly flooding the U.S. market with government-subsidized ones.More >>
The Obama administration moved Thursday to impose stiff new tariffs on solar panels made in China, finding that Chinese companies are improperly flooding the U.S. market with government-subsidized products.More >>

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Police on swallowed diamond: This, too, shall pass
Police on swallowed diamond: This, too, shall pass
Police in the Canadian province of Ontario say they are holding a man who is accused of swallowing a $20,000 diamond as long as it takes for him to produce the evidence.More >>
Police in Canada say they are waiting for a man accused of stealing a $20,000 diamond and swallowing it to produce the evidence.More >>
Calif. woman apparently burned by rocks in pocket
Calif. woman apparently burned by rocks in pocket
Authorities in Southern California are investigating what appears to be the spontaneous combustion of rocks scooped from a San Clemente Beach that left a woman with third-degree burns.More >>
A woman suffered third-degree burns after what appeared to be the spontaneous combustion of rocks that had been scooped up from a Southern California beach, a fire official said.More >>
Seattle car vandal takes nothing, leaves tortillas
Seattle car vandal takes nothing, leaves tortillas
Seattle police are scratching their heads about this one.More >>
Seattle police are scratching their heads about this one.More >>
Authorities: Trooper gets text seeking illegal buy
Authorities: Trooper gets text seeking illegal buy
Two women face possible charges after authorities say a text message seeking the illegal purchase of alcohol was errantly sent to an Alaska State Trooper.More >>
Two women face possible charges after authorities say a text message seeking the illegal purchase of alcohol was errantly sent to an Alaska State Trooper.More >>
Baby red crabs invade Cayman Islands
Baby red crabs invade Cayman Islands
Hundreds of thousands of red baby crabs are invading the Cayman Islands in a seasonal migration that residents say is unusually heavy this year.More >>
Hundreds of thousands of red baby crabs are invading the Cayman Islands in a seasonal migration that residents say is unusually heavy this year.More >>

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CA museum gets big gift to build shuttle exhibit
CA museum gets big gift to build shuttle exhibit
A California museum says it has raised nearly half of the $200 million needed to build a permanent exhibit for the space shuttle Endeavour.More >>
The California Science Center said it has raised nearly half of the $200 million needed to build a permanent exhibit for the space shuttle Endeavour.More >>
Several companies vying to fly to space station
Several companies vying to fly to space station
By The Associated Press Several companies are working on rockets and spacecraft that could ferry supplies and astronauts to the International Space Station, now that the shuttle program is over.More >>
By The Associated Press Several companies are working on rockets and spacecraft that could ferry supplies and astronauts to the International Space Station, now that the shuttle program is over.More >>
'Ring of Fire' eclipse visible from China to Texas
'Ring of Fire' eclipse visible from China to Texas
Millions of people in the western United States and some parts of Asia will get to witness the sun transform into a ring of fire.More >>
Sunrises and sunsets often dazzle, but they'll have a special ring to them in a few days for people in the western United States and eastern Asia: The moon will slide across the sun, blocking everything but a blazing...More >>
Soyuz capsule with 3 crew docks with space station
Soyuz capsule with 3 crew docks with space station
A Russian-made Soyuz craft carrying three astronauts has docked with the International Space Station, putting the crew in place for the imminent arrival of the first ever privately owned cargo ship to the orbiting lab.More >>
A Russian-made Soyuz craft carrying three astronauts has docked with the International Space Station, putting the crew in place for the imminent arrival of the first ever privately owned cargo ship to the orbiting lab.More >>
Baby red crabs invade Cayman Islands
Baby red crabs invade Cayman Islands
Hundreds of thousands of baby red crabs are invading the Cayman Islands in an annual migration that residents say is more pronounced this year.More >>
Hundreds of thousands of baby red crabs are invading the Cayman Islands in an annual migration that residents say is more pronounced this year.More >>

Pa. Guard plans artillery exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap
Pa. Guard plans artillery exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap
Updated: Thursday, May 17 2012 3:51 PM EDT2012-05-17 19:51:49 GMT
The Pennsylvania National Guard is warning neighbors of Fort Indiantown Gap that it will be conducting a life-fire artillery exercise over the next three days.The Guard said Thursday it would be conductingMore >>
The Pennsylvania National Guard is warning neighbors of Fort Indiantown Gap that it will be conducting a life-fire artillery exercise over the next three days.More >>
Cumberland County
2 jailed for robbery in New Kingstown
2 jailed for robbery in New Kingstown
Updated: Thursday, May 17 2012 11:43 AM EDT2012-05-17 15:43:10 GMT
Two Carlisle men have been charged in a robbery in the parking lot of a New Kingstown store.Eighteen-year-olds Jacob M. Bell and Jacob M. Haddad were taken into custody shortly after the robbery WednesdayMore >>
Two Carlisle men have been charged in a robbery in the parking lot of a New Kingstown store.More >>
Dauphin County
Dauphin County man wants people to be aware of latest scam
Dauphin County man wants people to be aware of latest scam
Updated: Thursday, May 17 2012 8:45 AM EDT2012-05-17 12:45:03 GMT
A Dauphin County man sniffed out a new twist on the old scam of the 'send us tax money on cash you've just won.' Financial Consultant Kevin Kohler of "Today for Tomorrow" got a letter in the mail sayingMore >>
A Dauphin County man said he sniffed out a new twist on the old scam which tells people to pay tax money on cash winnings.More >>
Lancaster County
Mom: Emotional pain turned physical for bullied Lancaster teen
Mom: Emotional pain turned physical for bullied Lancaster teen
Updated: Thursday, May 17 2012 7:46 AM EDT2012-05-17 11:46:31 GMT
Behind the smile of one Lancaster 7th-grader hides a struggle that all too many her age can relate to. You can't change yourself or who you are," said Chloe Williams, a student at Abraham Lincoln MiddleMore >>
Behind the smile of a Lancaster seventh grader hides a struggle that all too many her age can relate to.More >>

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A ranking of airline bag fee revenue
A ranking of airline bag fee revenue
By The Associated Press U.S. airlines' revenue from checked bag fees fell last year for the first time since they started collecting them, signaling that more passengers are packing light to save cash....More >>
By The Associated Press U.S. airlines' revenue from checked bag fees fell last year for the first time since they started collecting them, signaling that more passengers are packing light to save cash....More >>
Natural gas prices drop on rising supplies
Natural gas prices drop on rising supplies
By SANDY SHORE AP Business Writer The price of natural gas is plunging as supplies continue to build and mild weather is curtailing demand in parts of the country.More >>
By SANDY SHORE AP Business Writer Natural gas is no longer at decade lows, but the price remains sensitive to reports of any significant increase in supply.More >>
Facebook prices IPO at $38 per share
Facebook prices IPO at $38 per share
Facebook's initial public offering could be one of the largest in history if its stock prices at the high end of its expected range on Thursday.More >>
By BARBARA ORTUTAY AP Technology Writer NEW YORK (AP) -More >>
Altria CEO conducts his final shareholder meeting
Altria CEO conducts his final shareholder meeting
Outgoing Altria Group CEO Michael Szymanczyk (sih-MAN-sick) finished his final shareholder meeting much the same way as his first - fielding attacks against the nation's largest tobacco company.More >>
Outgoing Altria Group Inc. CEO Michael E. Szymanczyk finished his final shareholder meeting on Thursday much the same way as his first - fielding attacks against the nation's largest tobacco company.More >>
News Summary: Wheat, gold rise; oil falls
News Summary: Wheat, gold rise; oil falls
By The Associated Press APPETITE FOR WHEAT: Wheat has been climbing this week as investors worry that dry weather in Russia and the U.S. will crimp supply. Wheat climbed 3 percent, or 19 cents per bushel,...More >>
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Facebook IPO: Who is selling stock?
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Facebook prices IPO at $38 per share
Facebook prices IPO at $38 per share
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All-time top 10 IPOs for Internet companies
All-time top 10 IPOs for Internet companies
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World's first Wikipedia town to launch in Wales
World's first Wikipedia town to launch in Wales
A small Welsh town where English King Henry V was born is about to make history again by becoming the world's first "Wikipedia town."More >>
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Reports: HP poised to eliminate up to 30,000 jobs
Reports: HP poised to eliminate up to 30,000 jobs
Published reports say Hewlett-Packard is poised to eliminate up to 30,000 jobs to help offset dwindling demand for personal computers as more people connect to the Internet on smartphones and tablets.More >>
Published reports say Hewlett-Packard is poised to eliminate up to 30,000 jobs to help offset dwindling demand for personal computers as more people connect to the Internet on smartphones and tablets.More >>

GORGEOUS TODAY & TOMORROW...STAYING DRY THROUGH THE WEEKEND!

Today's Forecast

73°
50°

Sunny skies and seasonal temperatures (highs in the lower to mid 70s) will prevail for today and Friday as high pressure and a "bubble of comfort" drift over the Northeast.

We are still fine-tuning the weekend forecast. We will stay dry, however, the big question is whether sunny skies or cloudy skies will be present for the weekend. We see two scenarios taking shape:

Scenario #1- High pressure creates a SOUTHEAST flow, resulting in moisture from the Atlantic Ocean. Low level clouds will prevail for the majority of the day with high temperatures in the low 70s.

Scenario #2- High pressure creates a SOUTHWEST flow, resulting in drier air and plentiful sunshine. High temperatures would likely peek in the upper 80s by Sunday. This is the more likely scenario at this time, but we are watching the situation closely.

We will continue to monitor the weekend. Until then, enjoy the next two days!

-Meteorologist Brett Thackara

7-Day Forecast: Harrisburg

Thursday

73°
50°

Sunny, Gorgeous!

Friday

76°
47°

Sunny, Gorgeous!

Saturday

80°
51°

Sunny, Warm

Sunday

85°
57°

Sunny, Warm

Monday

82°
57°

Partly Sunny, PM Showers/T-Storms

Tuesday

80°
60°

Partly Sunny, PM Showers/T-Storms

Wednesday

78°
60°

Partly Sunny, PM Showers/T-Storms

Currently in Harrisburg as of

69°(Feels like 69°)
Partly Cloudy
Wind: WNW @ 6 mph
Barometer: 30.09 in.
Sunrise: 05:49
Sunset: 20:18
Humidity: 38%
UV Index: 10.00

7-Day Forecast: Muir Aaf

Thursday

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°

Clear

Friday

76°
40°

Clear

Saturday

82°
44°

Clear

Sunday

85°
50°

Clear

Monday

83°
55°

Cloudy

Tuesday

80°
57°

T-Storms

Wednesday

79°
56°

Cloudy

Currently in Lebanon as of

70°(Feels like 70°)
Clear
Wind: VRB @ 6 mph
Barometer: 30.10 in.
Sunrise: 05:48
Sunset: 20:18
Humidity: 26%
UV Index: 10.00

7-Day Forecast: Harrisburg

Thursday

73°
°

Clear

Friday

77°
44°

Clear

Saturday

82°
47°

Clear

Sunday

86°
53°

Clear

Monday

83°
57°

Cloudy

Tuesday

80°
58°

T-Storms

Wednesday

78°
59°

Cloudy

Currently in Carlisle as of

70°(Feels like 70°)
Clear
Wind: CM @ 0 mph
Barometer: 30.10 in.
Sunrise: 05:49
Sunset: 20:19
Humidity: 31%
UV Index: 10.00

7-Day Forecast: York

Thursday

73°
°

Clear

Friday

77°
40°

Clear

Saturday

81°
42°

Clear

Sunday

87°
47°

Clear

Monday

82°
53°

Cloudy

Tuesday

80°
55°

T-Storms

Wednesday

77°
57°

Cloudy

Currently in York as of

69°(Feels like 69°)
Clear
Wind: VRB @ 5 mph
Barometer: 30.10 in.
Sunrise: 05:50
Sunset: 20:18
Humidity: 32%
UV Index: 10.00

7-Day Forecast: Lancaster

Thursday

73°
°

Clear

Friday

76°
44°

Clear

Saturday

81°
45°

Clear

Sunday

85°
53°

Clear

Monday

80°
55°

Cloudy

Tuesday

80°
57°

Cloudy

Wednesday

77°
58°

Cloudy

Currently in Lancaster as of

70°(Feels like 70°)
Clear
Wind: NE @ 7 mph
Barometer: 30.09 in.
Sunrise: 05:47
Sunset: 20:16
Humidity: 35%
UV Index: 10.00

7-Day Forecast: Selinsgrove

Thursday

72°
°

Clear

Friday

77°
40°

Clear

Saturday

83°
44°

Clear

Sunday

87°
48°

Clear

Monday

85°
54°

Cloudy

Tuesday

80°
56°

T-Storms

Wednesday

78°
57°

Cloudy

Currently in Selinsgrove as of

69°(Feels like 69°)
Clear
Wind: VRB @ 3 mph
Barometer: 30.11 in.
Sunrise: 05:48
Sunset: 20:20
Humidity: 32%
UV Index: 10.00

7-Day Forecast: State College

Thursday

69°
°

Clear

Friday

75°
42°

Clear

Saturday

81°
48°

Clear

Sunday

85°
51°

Clear

Monday

82°
55°

Cloudy

Tuesday

76°
57°

T-Storms

Wednesday

75°
57°

Cloudy

Currently in State College as of

66°(Feels like 66°)
Clear
Wind: VRB @ 3 mph
Barometer: 30.10 in.
Sunrise: 05:52
Sunset: 20:24
Humidity: 28%
UV Index: 10.00

Regional Conditions

Harrisburg: 69°
Lebanon: 70°
Carlisle: 70°
York: 69°
Lancaster: 70°
Selinsgrove: 69°
State College: 66°

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