WTAJ-TV (Altoona, PA)

WTAJ-TV is a television station affiliated with CBS and operates on virtual channel 10 and UHF digital channel 24. It is licensed to Altoona, Pennsylvania, and serves the West-Central Pennsylvania area. The station is part of Nexstar Media Group. You can find WTAJ-TV's studios on 6th Avenue in Altoona, while its transmitter is situated in Logan Township.

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Uptick in tick bites reported in Central Pennsylvania emergency rooms

1 day ago | wtaj.com | Olivia N. Bosar

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — With summer temperatures reaching Central Pennsylvania, emergency rooms are noticing an uptick in ticks. “The seasons are now changing and so we’re doing a lot more outdoor stuff,” said Nsikak Daniel, M.D., an emergency room physician at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center in Johnstown.
Juniata College receives approval from state nursing board for new nursing program

1 day ago | wtaj.com | Tristan Klinefelter

HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) – Juniata College is taking the next step towards the future as the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing officially approved the college’s new Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program. The new program is set to launch in the Fall of 2025. The college is aiming to address critical nursing shortages in Central Pennsylvania as well as create a program that readies students for life after college.
Future of Lakemont Park could be off the tracks as rides sit dormant

2 days ago | wtaj.com | Olivia N. Bosar

LAKEMONT, Pa. (WTAJ) — Leap the Dips is the world’s oldest roller coaster and joined the list of National Historic Landmarks in 1996. But with Lakemont Park not operating its beloved rides for the second summer in a row, it’s beginning to show up on a different type of list — one of abandoned places in Pennsylvania. The old trolley park sits dormant and deteriorating, sparking online discussions that the amusement park may be abandoned.
Cicadas emerge in Centre County for first time in 17 years

2 days ago | wtaj.com | Tristan Klinefelter

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Residents in Centre County are experiencing something that only occurs every 17 years. Residents can see Periodical cicadas, which are insects classified in the order Hemiptera, along with aphids, leafhoppers, and shield bugs. Many species of insects are mistakenly referred to as “bugs,” but only hemipterans are considered to be “true bugs.” Adult periodical cicadas are black from above and orange underneath.
Family of Pennsylvania student who died by suicide outraged as school refuses recognition at graduation

2 days ago | wtaj.com | Keegan Raabe |Rian Bossler

When his family and peers asked for him to be recognized, the school refused, saying they didn't want it to lead to "contagion." JEFFERSON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Controversy surrounds Jeff Tech’s graduation this year after the school administration chose not to honor a student who died by suicide. Community members are asking serious questions about mental health and how it is talked about in schools. The uproar began on social media about honoring the memory of Bailee Bell.
American Dairy Assoc. North East’s Maternal Health Campaign: Soon-to-be moms can get their essential nutrients from delicious dairy products

3 days ago | wtaj.com | Jack McCune

by: Jack McCune Posted: Jun 5, 2025 / 12:41 PM EDT Updated: Jun 5, 2025 / 12:41 PM EDT Sponsored by American Dairy Association North East(WTAJ) — Nutrition Expert Beth Stark, RDN, LDN stopped by on behalf of the American Dairy Association North East to talk about their Maternal Health Campaign.
Be Our Guest: Mansion Donut Co. in downtown Altoona

3 days ago | wtaj.com | Jack McCune

by: Jack McCune Posted: Jun 5, 2025 / 12:33 PM EDT Updated: Jun 5, 2025 / 12:33 PM EDT Sponsored by Mansion Donut Co. ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Friday is National Donut Day, and Mansion Donut Co. is celebrating by giving away free donuts for everyone! Stop by for a free basic donut, plus you can try some of their new creations they’re unveiling! Mansion Donut is also WTAJ’s Be Our Guest partner! It’s an amazing deal — you pay $25 and you get $50 to spend! Get them now before they’re gone! Mansion...
Police search for missing Altoona woman

3 days ago | wtaj.com | Bill Shannon

by: Bill Shannon Posted: Jun 5, 2025 / 08:15 AM EDT Updated: Jun 5, 2025 / 08:15 AM EDT ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Police are searching for an Altoona woman they said was last heard from in April. Dawn Weyandt, 41, was reported missing by family members to the Altoona Police Department. The family said they haven’t heard from Dawn since mid-April.
Fundraising effort helps revive Cambria County swimming pool

3 days ago | wtaj.com | Rian Bossler

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Once on the brink of shutting down, Portage’s Crichton McCormick Park Pool is now making waves. What started as a mission to save the pool has turned into a summer tradition helping students. Years of fundraising by the Portage Area Recreational and Park Commission and the school district have made it possible. However, the work doesn’t stop there. Organizers said they’re still welcoming donations to help even more kids make summer memories.
Special Olympics Pennsylvania summer games set to kickoff in State College

3 days ago | wtaj.com | Tristan Klinefelter

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — The 55th annual Special Olympics Pennsylvania Summer Games are getting set to kick off in State College. Over 2,000 athletes and 750 coaches will travel to Penn State for three days of competition in athletics, equestrian, basketball, golf, gymnastics, softball, swimming, and tennis. This is a weekend to compete, have fun, and build lifelong friendships.