Federal Government Appeals DEP Orders Blocking Proposed ICE Facilities in Schuylkill, Berks Counties

A new legal filing submitted April 8, 2026, shows the federal government is formally challenging Pennsylvania’s actions that have stalled plans for two proposed immigration detention facilities in Schuylkill and Berks counties.

Fatal Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Crash Under Investigation on I-78 in Berks County

The Pennsylvania State Police at the Hamburg Barracks are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred late Friday morning on Interstate 78 in Berks County.

Two Fire Chiefs Killed in Line-of-Duty Crash During Berks County Search

Two volunteer firefighters were killed in the line of duty Saturday evening when the utility terrain vehicle (UTV) they were operating was struck by a motor vehicle during a search for a missing person in Berks County.

Pennsylvania State Police Issue Missing Endangered Person Advisory for 86-Year-Old Last Seen in Schuylkill County

UPDATE:  This alert was cancelled by the Pennsylvania State Police after the person reported missing was found safe.

Three Taken Into Custody After Pursuit with Vehicle Stolen from Schuylkill County Ended in Berks County

 

Three individuals were taken into custody Saturday after a stolen vehicle pursuit that began in Schuylkill County and ended in Hamburg Borough, Berks County.

DEP Issues Orders Blocking Water, Sewer Service to Proposed ICE Detention Centers in Schuylkill and Berks Counties

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has issued a series of administrative orders that could significantly delay plans to convert two warehouses in Schuylkill and Berks counties into large immigration detention centers.

Governor Shapiro Vows to Use State Power to Block Proposed ICE Facilities in Berks and Schuylkill Counties

Gov. Josh Shapiro on Thursday said he is firmly opposed to two proposed federal immigration detention facilities planned for Berks and Schuylkill counties and vowed to use Pennsylvania’s legal and regulatory authority to try to stop them.

Schuylkill County Teen Arrested in Connection with Shooting at Reading Recreation Center

A teenager from Schuylkill County has been arrested in connection with a shooting that left two people injured during a private basketball tournament at a Reading recreation center earlier this week.

Schuylkill County Man Seriously Injured in 11-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 78

A multi-vehicle crash involving 11 vehicles, including several tractor-trailers, shut down Interstate 78 westbound for more than seven hours Saturday morning in Berks County, according to Pennsylvania State Police at Hamburg.

Interstate 78 Closed in Both Directions After Multi-Vehicle Pile Up in Berks County

Interstate 78 is closed in both directions in Berks County following a multi-vehicle crash Saturday morning, according to Pennsylvania State Police.

PSP Investigating Fuel Theft Incidents at Gas Stations in Schuylkill and Berks Counties

The Pennsylvania State Police Troop L – Schuylkill Haven is investigating a fuel theft that occurred at Rutters Gas Station, located at 1160 Centre Turnpike in Orwigsburg, Schuylkill County.

Reading Fightin Phils Sold to Diamond Baseball Holdings

After nearly four decades of stewardship, Craig Stein has announced the sale of the Reading Fightin Phils to Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH).

Wanted Schuylkill County Man Arrested in Berks County for Out of State Kidnapping and Assault Charges

A man wanted in connection to a kidnapping and assault case in Delaware was taken into custody in Berks County on Friday, March 7, 2025.

Schuylkill County Man Dies in Work Incident in Berks County

A Schuylkill County man has died following a workplace incident in Berks County, according to authorities.

Schuylkill County Woman Identified as Victim in Fatal Berks County Crash

A woman from Schuylkill County has been identified as the victim of a fatal crash in Berks County on Tuesday.

Negligent Homicide: State Police Investigate Fatal Shooting in Tilden Township

A homicide is currently under investigation in Tilden Township, Berks County.

Pottsville Teen Reported Missing, May Be in Danger According to Police

Pottsville Police are looking for a information on the whereabouts of a teen reported missing.

Dauphin County Woman Arrested with 3 Pounds of Meth in Berks County Traffic Stop

A Dauphin County woman was found with 3 pounds of methamphetamine during a traffic stop in Berks County.

One Seriously Injured in Interstate 78 Crash near Hamburg

The Pennsylvania State Police at Hamburg have released details on a crash that closed Interstate 78 near Hamburg for hours on Monday.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Multi-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 78 near Hamburg

 A crash has closed Interstate 78 near Hamburg on Monday morning.