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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Johnstown Police investigate shooting in West End

6 days ago | wjactv.com | Baylee Wojcik

Investigators say that before 10pm Saturday night, one person was shot in the area of Sheridan Street and D Street in Johnstown. They say the victim has sustained non-life threatening injuries. While details are limited at this time, police ask that if you heard gunshots, call the non-emergency line for Johnstown Police as they continue their investigation: (814) 472-2100.
Local community pools hope to rebound from strenuous start as summer heat wave moves in

1 week ago | wjactv.com | Brock Owens

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — With the first day of summer and temperatures ramping up, the staff at community pools are expecting a busy weekend ahead. But that didn't come without struggles for pools so far this year as poor swimming weather so far has affected community pools and staff is now preparing for the hot stretch.
'I'm alive:' Victim of Johnstown nightclub shooting speaks out; community shares concerns

1 week ago | wjactv.com | Baylee Wojcik

At the meeting, dozens of community members expressed their fears and frustrations with the state of the area, wanting less violence and more of a police presence. Johnstown Police Chief Mark Britton explained that the city is working to increase the number of officers in the area by raising salaries. He also says that four new recruits will soon be joining the force. Chief Britton stressed that he wants the police department to become more proactive, instead of reactive.
Cambria County shelter expands to address mental health needs among homeless men

1 week ago | wjactv.com | Brock Owens

The Cambria House in Dale Borough, a new addition to the Women's Help Center, has opened its doors to address a growing need for homeless shelters in the area, particularly for men facing mental health challenges. Just over two weeks since its opening, the shelter's beds are more than half full, accommodating homeless men seeking assistance with mental struggles.
'Turn around, don't drown:' Emergency crews battle localized flooding in Ebensburg

1 week ago | wjactv.com | Baylee Wojcik

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Emergency crews in Ebensburg were busy Tuesday evening as heavy rains swept through the region. Flooded streets, basements filled with water, and storm drains backed up with debris, that’s what officials with the Dauntless Fire Company battled throughout the afternoon and into the evening. Video from a homeowner along Crawford Street shows the extent of some of the flash flooding that officials say temporarily closed several roadways in the area.
Mass casualty training proves vital as Conemaugh tackles rare shooting emergency

1 week ago | wjactv.com | Baylee Wojcik

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center faced a rare situation Sunday morning when four gunshot victims arrived simultaneously, marking the highest number of victims from a single shooting incident in at least a decade, according to emergency physician Alexander Pozun. "Anytime that you have multiple patients that's just gonna add some extra chaos to it," said Pozun.
Bystanders, firefighters help rescue person from truck in Juniata County river

1 week ago | wjactv.com | Grace Miller

JUNIATA COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Firefighters helped rescue someone from a truck submerged in a Walker Township river Monday evening. Mifflintown Hose Company #1 said its crews responded to a rescue call at Buttonwood Campground after receiving reports of a truck in the water, floating away, with someone inside. Rescue crews arrived on scene to find that bystanders were able to secure the truck to a tree by the store.
Over $41K raised after 10-year-old dies from heart attack day after championship win

1 week ago | wjactv.com | Grace Miller

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Negotiations continue to renew tax agreement between Centre County & Penn State

2 weeks ago | wjactv.com | Gary Sinderson

A month after devastating floods hit Somerset County, local assistance is on the way for those most affected. The Somerset County Disaster Recovery Fund, initiated shortly after the flooding by county commissioners in collaboration with the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies, aims to support those in need.
Upcoming Penn State Board meeting to determine fate of 'outspoken' university trustee

2 weeks ago | wjactv.com | Gary Sinderson

University Park, PA (WJAC) — A special Penn State Board of Trustees meeting next week is expected to include a vote on removing one of the trustees from the board. Even though he only has two more weeks in his elected term, an online board meeting set for Monday is expected to determine whether Barry Fenchak will be voted off the board early. It’s not the first time the trustees have tried to remove Fenchak from the board.