Tom Atkins takes a look back at the Albion Tornado of 1985 : 33-years-ago today, dozens of tornadoes hit many Northwestern Pennsylvania communities, including an EF4 Tornado which ripped through Albion killing 12 people. Our own Metrologist Tom Atkins met with survivors and mental health professionals to talk about the lasting damage of a catastrophic weather event.
Officials listen to concerns and thoughts of Erie High School students regarding safety : Students are voicing their concerns over school security with state leaders.
President Trump signs 'Right to Try' bill into law : Today, the president signed the 'Right to Try' bill into law. The law will allow terminally ill patients to try drugs that the Federal Drug Administration has yet to approve.
Dave Belmondo joins us from the 26th Annual Wild Rib Cook-off and Music Festival : Another sign that summer is almost here is taking over Perry Square this week. It involves ribs, so of course, David Belmondo is all over it.
Seven General McLane seniors commit to the military : The student body at General McLane High School, along with family members of seven graduating seniors, took part in honoring those who have committed to serve our country after graduation.
The Pennsylvania Soldiers & Sailors Home Commemorate's Memorial Day : The Pennsylvania Soldiers & Sailors Home commemorated Memorial Day with a special ceremony. Pat Harkins, State Representative PA-1 was the keynote speaker.
Origins of Memorial Day : GIRARD, Pa. -- Memorial Day brings people together to honor the members of the armed forces who gave their lives, but it originated during a time when the nation was trying to heal from division.
Rep. Kelly weighs in on potential North Korean Summit : After attending the LECOM graduation ceremony ,we asked Congressman Kelly for his thoughts on the canceled summit between President Trump, and North Korean leader, Kim Jong Un, that may be back on aga
Animal cruelty case in West Springfield : Friday evening Pennsylvania State Police in West Springfield issue a police report detailing a gruesome animal cruelty case. In the report it says an unknown person wrapped a dog in a tarp and burned it before throwing it off a nearby cliff overlooking Lake Erie. The incident happened on State Game Lands 314 beside the David M. Roderick Wildlife Reserve memorial...
District-10 Baseball and Softball Championships Set : The District 10 baseball and softball playoffs are almost complete with just two semifinal matchups remaining.
Officials begin organizing new area land bank to help fight blight : Regional leaders are learning about how joining the Erie County Land Bank could impact their communities. Blight does not form overnight and the solution will not either, but regional leaders learning about the success stories of other communities and how it could be duplicated here.
Funding for Erie Land Bank is approved : Funding for the newly formed Erie Land Bank was on the top of the Erie County Council's finance agenda Thursday afternoon.
New brewing company will give life to Riverside Inn land : Giving life to a piece of land that was once the site of the historic Riverside Inn is the mission of the Riverside Brewing Company.
Officials begin organizing new area land bank to help fight blight : Regional leaders are learning about how joining the Erie County Land Bank could impact their communities. Blight does not form overnight and the solution will not either, but regional leaders learning about the success stories of other communities and how it could be duplicated here.
It's back and it's bad... Crash-a-rama is set to cause destruction in just two days : It's called the wildest show on wheels and it's happening Saturday night at Lake Erie Speedway.
You can help 'Light the Night' for those living with cancer : No one wants to hear the words, 'you have cancer'. It can be a dark and scary time. The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's 'Light the Night' walk hopes to bring some light to the darkness through hope, research, and support.
Scooters host fundraiser for Anna Shelter : Dogs and motorcycles could be seen at Scooters tonight as people gathered for the Biker and Bones” Bike night.
One Person Flown to Hospital After Vehicle vs Bike Accident : Police in Crawford County are investigating an accident reportedly involving a vehicle and a bicycle.
Gas prices on the rise as Memorial Day approaches : If you've bought gas lately in the Erie area, you've probably seen that gas is around $3.09 a gallon for regular.
Is milk consumption declining? : After multiple insider reports that Meadow Brook dairy plant will close, some workers say they've been told that milk processing will stop at the Buffalo Road plant, but that distribution may continue.
Meadow Brook plant update: 75 workers to be furloughed; 50 relocated, says chamber : After multiple insider reports that the Buffalo Road Meadow Brook Dairy plant will close, some workers say they've been told that milk processing will stop at the Buffalo Road plant, but that distribution will continue.
Cambridge Springs correctional facility prepares inmates for work after release : It costs thousands of taxpayer dollars to keep just one person behind bars, but investing in programming to get inmates back on track could save money in the long haul.
National Transportation Safety Board recommends school buses have lap/shoulder belts : The announcement today from the National Transportation Safety Board coming in the wake of several deadly school bus crashes.
Representative Barletta says to put 'Kids Before Congress' : A Pennsylvania Congressman took to the House floor to take a stand on the issue of gun violence in schools.
PA lawmakers may vote to create redistricting committee to redraw map without bias : Lawmakers at the State Capitol looking for a new way to draw our state's Congressional Map.
Conneaut Lake construction project to wrap up this summer : What some people are calling a long-overdo renovation project will be wrapping up this summer.
Multiple tipsters call Action News saying the Meadow Brook Dairy plant will close later this year : Numerous callers have told Action News that workers at the Meadow Brook Dairy plant on Buffalo Road have been told that the plant will close later this year. It's believed that workers were told around 8:30 this morning. Some drivers were told when they returned from their routes.
Rural food deserts: Why small-town grocery stores are closing and the impact that's left behind : A lack of fresh food is a problem that affects tens of thousands of people all across Northwestern Pa. But the communities that are hit the hardest are those where the food is actually grown.
Locals and city officials react to GE merger : GE Transportation just announced they will be merging with Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation also known as WABTEC.
Albion Councilman Wants to Call Back Furloughed Police Officers : Councilman Jason Harayda says spending can be switched in this year's budget to pay for cops.
Edinboro Arts & Music Festival Downtown : Today was the Kick off of the Edinboro Art & Music Festival. The kick off reception started at Parker's Framing Gallery in Edinboro.
Docs on Call - Opioids : Tonight, as part of 'Docs on Call,' we've been taking a closer look at some of the health issues now making headlines; including opioid addiction. Opioid addiction is being called an epidemic and its sweeping the nation.
Lieutenant Governor Seat should be Fetterman vs. Bartos in general election : Lieutenant Governor race unofficially will be John Fetterman vs. Jeff Bartos in the fall...
PA Lieutenant Governor results as of 10pm : In the race for the Pennsylvania Lieutenant Governor Democratic Incumbent Mike Stack faces four challengers for his own party's nomination.
Checking in on the 1st, 3rd, and 4th Districts : Here are some other races for State Representative taking place today. In each of these cases, the incumbent running unopposed:
GE Union Workers Stay Positive and Keep Working : Erie GE still making locomotives, in spite of its plan to move 570 jobs south to Texas. Some 200 union workers have been called back, mingling hope with uncertainty.
'Click it or Ticket' campaign is running again until June 3rd : It's always important to wear your seatbelt. If you don't, you could be putting your life at risk. That's why police around the country want you to 'Click it or Ticket'.