Democrats send counteroffer on to White House on DHS funding as partial shutdown continues

Democrats send counteroffer on to White House on DHS funding as partial shutdown continues

Tuesday, February 17 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- As the partial government shutdown continues, Democrats have sent their counteroffer to Republicans and the White House -- outlining their demands to fund the Department of Homeland Security and reform the embattled agency.The specifics of the proposal, sent late Monday, remain unclear.... Read More.

In brief: ‘Forbidden Fruits’ trailer and more

Tuesday, February 17 by ABC News

Elisabeth Moss is teaming back up with Hulu. Deadline reports The Handmaid's Tale actress is set to star in and executive produce an upcoming series for the streaming service called Conviction. The legal drama is written by House and The... Read More.

Rev. Jesse Jackson, civil rights icon, dies at age 84

Tuesday, February 17 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil rights leader, Baptist minister and pioneering politician who launched two bids for the U.S. presidency, died on Tuesday morning at the age of 84, his family said in a statement."Our father was a servant leader... Read More.

‘Wuthering Heights’ debuts at #1 at the box office for Presidents’ weekend

Tuesday, February 17 by ABC News

Wuthering Heights was the box office champ over the long holiday weekend.The film, starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, earned $38 million domestically over the Presidents' Day holiday to debut at #1, according to Box Office... Read More.

Local Sports Update – Tuesday, 2/17

Tuesday, February 17 by wcednews

District 9 Basketball Championships: District 9 basketball is entering championship tournament season tonight. The girls Class 5-A District 9 championship will be decided in Brookville tonight as the DuBois Lady Beavers take on the Punxsutawney Lady Chucks. In Class 3-A girls action, Moniteau will face Westinghouse... Read More.

Suplizio Trial Date Set

Tuesday, February 17 by wcednews

DUBOIS - A trial date has been set for the former DuBois City Manager John “Herm” Suplizio and former city employee Roberta “Bobbie” Shaffer. According to court documents, the month-long trial will begin on June 1, 2026. We previously reported that the defense team Read More.

Man Sentenced for Meeting “Teen” in Clearfield

Tuesday, February 17 by wcednews

CLEARFIELD - A Clearfield man will spend up to two years in State Prison after pleading guilty to attempting to have a sexual relationship with who he thought was a 14 year-old girl. We previously reported that 51 year-old Ronald McCormick was arrested after making... Read More.

Volunteering Locally: DuBois Jaycees

Tuesday, February 17 by wcednews

DUBOIS - The DuBois Jaycees are encouraging you to get involved in hands-on service projects that support the DuBois Area. Jaycees President Michaela Loy explained that this volunteer group is made of young professionals between the ages of 18 to 40 who focus on community... Read More.

Extension Granted for Shaw Disqualification in Herm Trial

Tuesday, February 17 by wcednews

DUBOIS - An extension has been granted for a hearing to potentially disqualify one of former DuBois City Manager John “Herm” Suplizio’s defense attorneys. We previously reported that prosecutors were looking to dismiss one of Suplizio’s attorneys William Shaw Jr, claiming potential conflicts of... Read More.

DuBois Historical Society Hosting Black History Month Program

Tuesday, February 17 by wcednews

DUBOIS - This Thursday you can learn more about an often overlooked chapter of local history. In recognition of Black History Month, the DuBois Area Historical society will host a special program exploring the stories of Fudge VanCamp, a former enslaved man, Revolutionary War veteran,... Read More.