Tamaqua Woman Crashes Truck on Route 61, Jumps into Schuylkill River in Attempt to Flee Scene

A dramatic scene unfolded Friday afternoon along Route 61 near the Appalachian National Scenic Trail bridge in Port Clinton Borough, Schuylkill County, after a woman fled the scene of a vehicle crash by jumping into the Schuylkill River.

Body Found Burning in Hazleton Identified as Schuylkill County Woman; Investigation Underway

Authorities have launched a multi-agency investigation into the death of a Schuylkill County woman whose body was discovered burning on the side of a road in Hazleton on Sunday morning.

Mahanoy City Man Wanted After Failing to Report to Schuylkill County Prison

A Mahanoy City man is wanted after failing to surrender to Schuylkill County authorities last year.

One Injured in Ashland Crash Friday Afternoon

One person was taken to the hospital following a two-vehicle crash Friday afternoon at the intersection of Centre and 17th streets in Ashland.

Kline Township Man Charged in Axe-Wielding Home Invasion, Terroristic Threats

A Schuylkill County man is facing a long list of charges after allegedly breaking into a Kline Township home while wielding an axe and a baseball bat and threatening the current residents.

Pottsville Woman Charged with Assault After Domestic Dispute

A Pottsville woman was locked up in Schuylkill County Prison overnight after a domestic dispute.

Schuylkill Haven Man Charged in Crime Spree Involving Stolen Truck, Property Damage, and Assault on Troopers

A Schuylkill Haven man is behind bars after a string of alleged crimes that spanned multiple townships, damaged property, and resulted in injuries to two state troopers.

Exotic Fish Reportedly Stolen from Home in Zion Grove

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a reported burglary involving exotic fish in North Union Township.

Pottsville Police Investigating Strong-Armed Robbery at 7-Eleven

The Pottsville Bureau of Police is actively investigating a strong-armed robbery that took place early Tuesday at the 7-Eleven convenience store located in the city.

Shenandoah Woman Arrested for Allegedly Assaulting 12-Year-Old, Using Racial Slurs at Park

A Shenandoah woman is behind bars after an incident at a local park on Saturday evening that involved the alleged assault of a 12-year-old boy and a subsequent confrontation with police.

Two Children Flown with Injuries After Schuylkill County UTV Crash

Two children are recovering after an UTV crash over the weekend in Ryan Township, Schuylkill County.

Early Morning Disturbance Leads to Arrest of Megan’s Law Offender in Pottsville

A Pottsville man is facing several charges after police say he forced his way into two apartments and attempted to flee by jumping from a window early Monday morning.

$5,000 Reward Offered in Schuylkill County Cold Case Homicide Investigation

The Pennsylvania State Police are renewing efforts to solve a more than two-decade-old homicide case and are now offering a $5,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest or resolution.

Traffic and Parking Advisory Issued Ahead of Yuengling Light Lager Jogger 5K in Pottsville

The City of Pottsville has issued a travel and parking advisory in preparation for the annual Yuengling Light Lager Jogger 5K, scheduled for Saturday, April 26, 2025. 

Man Hospitalized After Stabbing in Saint Clair; Police Arrest Suspect

A man is recovering after being stabbed multiple times in an early-morning altercation in Saint Clair on Friday, April 18, 2025, according to the St. Clair Police Department.

Pottsville Man Wanted by Schuylkill County Detectives for Failing to Report to Prison

A Pottsville man is wanted by Schuylkill County Detectives for failing to report to prison as ordered.

UPDATE: Frackville Man Dies in Police Pursuit Crash on Route 61

A fatal crash occurred Saturday afternoon on Route 61 near Seven Stars Road in North Manheim Township, Schuylkill County, following a vehicle pursuit with the Pennsylvania State Police.

Schuylkill County Coroner Called to Crash on Route 61 near Cressona

The Schuylkill County Coroner's office has been called to a multi-vehicle accident on Route 61 near Cressona.

Pottsville Woman Arrested After Breaking Into Home

A Pottsville woman is facing multiple charges after allegedly breaking into a home in the early morning hours of Monday, April 14, according to city police.

Shenandoah Man Charged with Over 200 Counts of Child Pornography

A Shenandoah man is facing more than 200 felony charges following an investigation into child pornography that began with a tip from Microsoft.