August 17, 2026 4:43 am
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hayden Panettiere has died at age 36. She starred in television series including “Heroes” and “Nashville.” Panettiere’s father, Skip, announced the actor’s death in a statement provided to ABC News Sunday. No cause of death was announced, and a publicist did not immediately respond to an email from The Associated Press. Panettiere had a prolific career dating to 1996, and her credits included the voice of Dot in “A Bug’s Life,” “Remember the Titans” and “Scream VI.” Her role as a cheerleader with superpowers in “Heroes” propelled her to fame, with the series revolving around the mantra “Save the cheerleader, save the world.”
August 16, 2026 4:38 am
Once again, strong storms rolled through Washington County and caused damage in several areas. Flooding and its damage were the main concern once again in Canonsburg. Our news partner Channel 11 was in Canonsburg talking to business owners along West Pike Street. This is the second time in two weeks that flooding has affected the area near Mcburney Road. Cheryl Homerosky owns a tanning salon, she is frustrated because she has to re do the work they did a few weeks back. Sharon Mastrangioli is a business owner and wants the appropriate people to step up and fix the flooding issues that are causing the frustration of business owners along West Pike Street.
August 17, 2026 4:32 am
Washington County 9-1-1 Dispatchers report that a fire occurred in Midway Borough overnight. They say a fire in a home broke out just after midnight. It happened in the 100 block of South Main Street in Midway. According to the Midway Fire Chief, a domestic situation may have occurred prior to the fire. As crews arrived, an occupant that lived with their family in the home ran off. Smith Township Police posted on their Facebook page that prior to the fire, they were dispatched to the home for a domestic incident. It states that Michael Higgins was seen by a witness intentionally setting fire to the home. After a brief chase, he was apprehended. He has been charged with causing or risking a catastrophe and terroristic threats, among other charges. Higgins is now in the Washington County Jail awaiting arraignment. The Fire Marshal is investigating.
August 17, 2026 3:48 pm
(AP) – Two weeks before classes, Darryl Canady learned students at the all-boys charter school he founded near Pittsburgh would not receive traditional bus rides. The Woodland Hills School District decided to provide Pittsburgh Regional Transit cards instead. The district’s decision aligns with a Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling allowing districts to end bus service for charter students if alternative free transportation is provided. This move has sparked concerns about safety and reliability among parents and charter school advocates. The court ruling provided clarity, but the issue isn’t settled. Republican lawmakers in Harrisburg are backing measures that would effectively undo pieces of the ruling, and charter school advocates are considering further court action.
August 16, 2026 4:34 am
Flooding occurred all over the area near Canonsburg. Local news reports had flooding on Interstate 79 North near the Southpointe interchange. A social media post showed Route 19 flooded near Demar Blvd. in North Strabane Township. In Cecil Township, Hahn Drive was reported to have been flooded. Cecil Township Police, in a social media post said that North Depaoli Road, Georgetown Road, Morganza Road and Valley street all were affected by severe flooding. And, in social media posts from Peters Township, Valleybrook Road near E. McMurray Road was flooded, as was a portion of E. McMurray Road near Donaldson’s Crossroads. Washington County 9-1-1 is reporting that there are no known road closures at this time. When you are out driving, exercise caution because ponding water is still evident in low lying areas.
August 16, 2026 7:58 am
PITTSBURGH — Localized flooding will be a concern again Sunday with repeated rounds of showers and storms expected. With near record levels of moisture available, any storm that develops could produce tropical-like downpours. Pockets of 1 to 2 inches of additional rain are expected. A couple of strong storms are possible, too, with the main threat being strong wind gusts, although an isolated tornado can’t be ruled out. Spotty off-and-on showers are expected Monday, although additional rainfall amounts should be light. Humidity levels will drop throughout the day with sunshine and much more comfortable weather back Tuesday.
August 16, 2026 8:31 am
A federal grand jury has indicted a former Pennsylvania State Representative on multiple child pornography charges. Jesse White was arrested three weeks ago by federal agents after they say they found sexually explicit items on computers found in his home in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. Following the closed-door proceeding, the grand jury returned a three-county indictment for White on charges of receipt of child pornography, access with intent to view child pornography and possession of child pornography. White, who was originally from Cecil Township, served the 46th State House District for eight years.
August 16, 2026 8:06 am
(AP) – Indiana authorities say at least five people have died in storms across the state this week, as first responders worked to rescue more people Saturday from rising waters in neighborhoods along the White River in Indianapolis. The state has been hammered over the past week by heavy rains, resulting in rivers cresting and setting new records. Gov. Mike Braun confirmed Saturday that President Donald Trump intends to approve a request for federal resources to help in response to the flooding and the recovery. Braun warned residents to listen to authorities and stay away from floodwaters.
August 16, 2026 8:04 am
(AP) – Hurricane Lala has skirted Hawaii’s Big Island without making landfall and is expected to weaken after lashing the region with strong winds and drenching rain. The eye of the storm passed the island’s southern tip without making landfall. The National Hurricane Center says the powerful storm is expected to weaken. Lala’s maximum sustained winds increased to 75 mph (120 kph), the hurricane center reported, making it a Category 1 hurricane. The Big Island is Hawaii’s largest and has a population of about 210,000.
August 16, 2026 8:07 am
(AP) – Police in Virginia have arrested a 19-year-old in connection with a shooting Saturday that left five people injured. No one died in the shooting, though one victim sustained critical injuries. Chesterfield County Police announced the arrest of Camron Harris of Henrico, Virginia. They found him hiding in a closet on campus Saturday afternoon. Authorities say he was not a student at the university. Police say they obtained eight felony warrants for his arrest including malicious wounding and use of a firearm in commission of a felony. Only one person injured, a 20-year-old, was a student. The other victims ranged in age from 17 to 23.
