WJAC-TV (Johnstown, PA)

WJAC is a television station located in Pennsylvania and is affiliated with NBC. It is owned and operated by Sinclair Broadcast Group. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is among the largest and most diverse television broadcasting companies in the United States. Currently, Sinclair owns, operates, or provides sales services to 163 TV stations across 77 markets, pending any upcoming transactions. Their television network covers about 38.7% of television households in the U.S. and includes affiliates from networks such as FOX, ABC, MyTV, CW, CBS, NBC, Univision, and Azteca.

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Credit card balances fell in Q1 2025, but borrowers aren’t out of the woods yet

1 day ago | wjactv.com | Ted Rossman

You’ve likely heard that the only certainties in life are death and taxes. Or that April showers bring May flowers. Here’s another truism to add to that list: Credit card balances don’t rise in the first quarter of the year. That was once again true in 2025, as balances fell to $1.18 trillion in Q1, down $29 billion (2.4 percent) from Q4 2024, according to the New York Fed. Over the past 22 years, credit card balances fell from Q4 to Q1 on 21 occasions, and they were flat once (in 2023).
Search continues for missing man with autism, last seen Friday night in Rockville

4 days ago | wjactv.com | Guido Peluffo

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (7News) — The Montgomery County Police Department is searching for a 27-year-old man with autism who went missing Friday at 7:00 p.m. near the Pike & Rose shopping mall. Search continues for missing man with autism last seen Friday night in RockvilleAnyone with information on his whereabouts can call police at 301-279-8000.
Local reaction to the election of Pope Leo XIV

6 days ago | wjactv.com | Brock Owens

Pope Leo XIV has made history as the first American Pope, a development that has sparked excitement among local Catholics. Father Matthew Baum, rector of St. John Gualbert Cathedral in Johnstown, expressed the significance of this milestone. "It makes this reality so much closer to home than we ever could have imagined. I don't think it was in anyone's wildest dreams to have a Pope from North America," he said. Some Catholics are hopeful that Pope Leo XIV will build on core faith values.
DOC responds to public comments on proposed closures of SCI Rockview, Quehanna Boot Camp

6 days ago | wjactv.com | Gary Sinderson

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — With a decision expected within a few weeks on the fate of two area state prison facilities, the Department of Corrections issued a statement this week in response to comments at recent public hearings about the possible closures. Two public hearings drew large crowds, and this week, the DOC responded to some of the commentary.
Bellefonte ends 50-year transit partnership with CATA, looks to county for new service

1 week ago | wjactv.com | Gary Sinderson

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — In Bellefonte, months of negotiations with the area's primary mass transit provider have "fallen through" as the borough council has formally decided to go in a different direction. It’s unlikely that residents will see the CATA-Go buses in Bellefonte, within a few weeks. On Monday night, Bellefonte Borough Council moved forward with plans to end their contract with the Centre Area Transportation Authority on June 30th.
Bellefonte's Stage at Talleyrand project gets green light after borough council approval

1 week ago | wjactv.com | Gary Sinderson

by Gary Sinderson/WJAC staffTue, May 6th 2025 at 4:30 PMUpdated Tue, May 6th 2025 at 5:52 PMStage at Talleyrand rendering (FILE)CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Organizers say plans for a new performing arts venue in Centre County are back on track. The Stage at Talleyrand Project, in Bellefonte, previously received a million dollar state funding grant.
Somerset County approves $125,000 settlement for fired worker

1 week ago | wjactv.com | Brock Owens

According to a lawsuit, filed by Trent, against former Somerset County Commissioners, including Gerald Walker, Trent was escorted from the premises at Walker's request after attempting to discuss the county's hiring process. He was subsequently fired and denied unemployment benefits. Ben Carroll, co-solicitor for Somerset County, said, "This is an issue that arose prior to the term of these commissioners. It has gone on for a long time and they're happy to have it resolved.
Cambria Heights SD advances solar power plans; looks to avoid community impact

1 week ago | wjactv.com | Brock Owens

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — The Cambria Heights School District is progressing with its plan to transition to solar power for part of its district. With a power purchase agreement already signed, school officials are working to minimize environmental and community impacts, and the township has not opposed the initiative.
Sensory comfort kits distributed to local businesses in Centre County to aid stress relief

1 week ago | wjactv.com | Gary Sinderson

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — In Centre County, bags -- termed sensory comfort kits --- are being distributed to various businesses. The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau, along with the non-profit "Acres Project," dropped off some kits at the Corner Room Restaurant in State College. Each kit includes items such as earmuffs, coloring books, even Play-Doh, aimed at relieving stress and regulating emotions for those who may be dealing with a sensory overload.
PennDOT names preferred route for State College Connector project ahead of meeting

1 week ago | wjactv.com | Gary Sinderson

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — After decades of planning and review, PennDOT has announced its preferred option for upgrading a stretch of Route 322 in Centre County. The project, known as the State College Connector, will affect the area between Potters Mills and Boalsburg. PennDOT has selected the "central alternative" from three possibilities. Maps released on Monday indicate that most of the new roadway will be constructed just south of the existing Route 322.