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sports20 days ago

Broncos End Chiefs' Arrowhead Streak with Gritty Christmas Win

The Denver Broncos secured a 20-13 Christmas night victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, putting them one win away from the AFC top seed and a potential division title, highlighted by a clever call named 'Harrisburg' that drew a crucial offsides penalty. The game featured strategic plays, a record-breaking season for sacks, and a humorous misfire in playoff clinching expectations, with the Broncos now focusing on upcoming games that could determine their playoff seeding.

crime1 year ago

Harrisburg Standoff Ends in Fatal Shootout with Murder Suspect

Harrisburg police engaged in a standoff with Santiago Gutierrez, a suspect in a recent homicide, after he crashed his truck while attempting to flee a traffic stop. The incident, which involved gunfire, led to the closure of Cameron Street. Gutierrez, charged with the murder of Jhonny Torres, allegedly pointed a gun at officers, prompting a tactical response. The standoff ended with Gutierrez's death, though it's unclear if anyone else was injured.

retirement2 years ago

Top American Cities for Retiring: Harrisburg, Lehigh Valley, and More

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania has been named the best city in the United States to retire, according to the U.S. News & World Report's "2024 Best Places to Retire" report. The ranking takes into account factors such as senior healthcare, retiree tax rates, and overall happiness. Other cities in Pennsylvania, including Reading, Lancaster, Scranton, and Allentown, also made it to the top five. Pennsylvania dominated the list, with seven out of the top ten spots. Florida had six cities ranked above No. 25.

health2 years ago

Harrisburg Faces Deadly Overdose Crisis: 18 Cases, 4 Fatalities

At least 18 overdoses, including four deaths, have been linked to crack cocaine and synthetic drugs laced with fentanyl in Harrisburg. The overdoses occurred within a span of 12 hours, with victims mistakenly ingesting fentanyl instead of the expected substances. Fentanyl is a highly potent opioid that can cause muscle rigidity and difficulty breathing. Treatment and recovery professionals are distributing Narcan, an overdose-reversal medication, to those in need. Authorities are urging caution and offering resources for individuals seeking help for substance use disorder.

natural-disasters2 years ago

Multiple Wildfires Spark Evacuation Orders in Oregon

A level 3 evacuation "go now" was issued for Mount Tom residents in response to a 100-acre field fire on Priceboro Drive outside of Harrisburg, Oregon. Two task forces have been mobilized to assist with the growing fire, and the Oregon State Fire Marshal has additional resources on standby. Sheriff's deputies are notifying residents, and citizens are asked to avoid the area. No highway closures are in effect, but hot and dry weather conditions call for extra fire precautions.

crime2 years ago

Fatal Shooting in Harrisburg Claims Man's Life

A man was shot and killed in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The victim, identified as Richon Strain-Hankerson, 26, was found deceased in the 2400 block of Market Street. Police responded to a report of shots fired and discovered a vehicle with bullet holes. An investigation is ongoing. This incident follows the shooting death of a 21-year-old woman, Janaya Lopez, over the weekend in a separate incident. Police believe Lopez was not targeted and are reviewing surveillance footage to determine what led to the shooting.

local-news2 years ago

Rebuilding Harrisburg's Historic Broad Street Market After Devastating Fire

The Broad Street Market in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, which was severely damaged by a fire caused by an electrical issue, will be rebuilt, according to Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams. Efforts are being made to support the affected vendors and the community that relies on the market, with assistance from Pennsylvania's emergency management and agriculture agencies. The market, with roots dating back to the 1800s, is an important source of fresh produce for the community. No timeline has been set for the rebuilding process, but there are plans to provide a similar shopping experience in the area to help mitigate the closure of the damaged building.

fire-incident2 years ago

Aftermath of Overnight Fire: Inside the Devastated Broad Street Market

A massive two-alarm fire broke out at the historic Broad Street Market in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, damaging a portion of the brick building. The fire was caused by an electrical malfunction in a ceiling fan installed in 2017. The separate stone building remained untouched. The executive director of the market has vowed to rebuild the damaged section.