The lawsuit names the city of Allentown and two police officers, Sgt. Christopher Stephenson and now-retired Officer Dean Flyte.
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UPDATE: ICE refutes reports that it deported Allentown man to Guatemala
This story has been updated to reflect ICE’s statement refuting that it deported Luis Leon to Guatemala, and to include other discrepancies in the initial reporting on the status of his case.
8 things to do in Allentown
Check out the coolest things to do in Allentown, the third largest city in Pennsylvania. With a population of about 125,000 people, Allentown is the third largest city in Pennsylvania, after Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Located in the Lehigh Valley in eastern...
CHIPS Act to help Allentown residents with child care, transportation to boost jobs
Allentown was one of six finalists to receive funding from the CHIPS and Science Act’s Recompete program. That funding will help address employment barriers, transportation challenges and childcare costs.
Biden touts Allentown’s comeback, funding for local projects
The city of Allentown and the Lehigh Valley is a dynamic economy, and the way that [Biden’s] investments have been made into municipal governments has been awesome,” Tuerk said.
Allentown Teacher Fights Suspension Over DC Protest
Jason Moorehead was suspended for attending the rally on Jan. 6. He says he did not go to the Capitol when it was attacked.
Protesters Call for Allentown Police Officer Who Kneeled on a Man’s Neck to be Fired
“These police officers should not have been restraining him. He needed help.”
Video Showing Allentown Police Officer Kneeling on Man’s Neck Sparks Protests
Video posted on social media that shows a Pennsylvania police officer with his knee on a man’s neck while trying to restrain him has prompted protests.
Taste the traditions: Eastern Pa.’s top Hispanic eateries for authentic cuisine, groceries, and more
With a bulk of Pennsylvania’s Hispanic population residing in and around cities like Reading, Hazleton, and Allentown, it’s no wonder the eastern part of the commonwealth features so many great eateries known for dishes created and inspired by generations of immigrants and their families.
These home care workers fought for Fetterman. Now they want him to fight for them
Home care workers faced with exploding health care costs if ACA tax credits aren’t extended are demanding help from US Sen. John Fetterman.
Without insurance, immigrant patients may face unregulated ‘medical deportation’
Though the federal government is the only entity with the jurisdiction to remove people from the U.S., hospitals across the nation sometimes return uninsured noncitizen patients in need of long-term care to their countries of origin.
Where school zone speeding, failure to stop for a school bus infractions occur most in PA
More than a quarter of all traffic offenses involving school zones and school buses in Pennsylvania occur in the first two months of the school year as drivers adjust to lower speed limits and the return of big yellow buses to the roads.
Old Farmer’s Almanac fall, winter weather forecast for Pennsylvania
While an overall warmer-than-average fall season was predicted by the Old Farmer’s Almanac for 2025 for the United States, most of Pennsylvania, the Appalachians and Lower Lakes are forecast to see cooler-than-average temperatures and dry conditions with lower-than average precipitation.
It’s official: Scranton mayor Paige Cognetti will run for Congress
The 45-year-old Democrat has long been viewed as the party’s best candidate to try to unseat freshman Rep. Rob Bresnahan in their bid to take back the US House.
Best dog-friendly spots in every part of PA
Mark National Dog Day on August 26 by bringing your best friend to these dog-friendly haunts in Pennsylvania.
9 Pa. residents confirmed with West Nile virus: Here’s how to protect yourself
The current West Nile virus risk in the state is “very high,” according to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, with mosquitoes testing positive for the disease in all but 10 of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties.
Stock your home bar at PA Libations, where all liquor is made in Pennsylvania
Source your whiskey, rum, vodka, tequila, and more from Pennsylvania distilleries at PA Libations.
Your dog wants you to read this article
Did you know that August is National Dog Month? Celebrate with a canine-friendly day out in seven destinations across Pennsylvania.
Vance touts tax breaks in Pennsylvania as he makes White House’s first big pitch on Trump’s new law
Vice President JD Vance made the Trump administration’s first big pitch to sell the public on President Donald Trump’s sweeping budget-and-policy package in the swing political turf of northeastern Pennsylvania.
The most affordable places to live in Pennsylvania in 2025
See how far a dollar stretches in these 12 affordable places to live in Pennsylvania in 2025.
Must love dogs: 5 of the best hot dog joints in the Lehigh Valley
The humble hot dog can be enjoyed in and around Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton at locally-owned establishments, some of which have been slinging superior dogs for decades.
ICE officers detaining Lehigh County residents sparks fear
ICE officers are detaining and arresting immigrants at the Lehigh County Courthouse, angering local residents.
We asked, you answered: What should be the name of Philadelphia’s new WNBA team?
At long last, Philadelphia is getting a WNBA team. The team will need a name, so we asked our newsletter readers to give us their ideas on a name for Philly’s new women’s basketball franchise.
Stunning small-town Fourth of July fireworks shows across Pa.
These small Pennsylvania towns host Fourth of July fireworks displays that are anything but small.
20 free museums in Pennsylvania to visit this summer
You don’t need to spend a dime to enjoy art, history, kitsch, and more at these free museums in Pennsylvania.
‘Bark at the Park’: Find out where you can take your dog to a baseball game in Pa.
Pennsylvania’s major and minor league baseball teams offer fun for the entire family—even four-legged family members—with ‘Bark at the Park’ promotions where you can bring your dog to a game.
Where to celebrate Juneteenth in Pennsylvania
Communities across Pennsylvania will celebrate Juneteenth over the next several days, with events that strive to reflect on the nation’s history and uplift the Black community.
Pennsylvania’s sweet delight: Exploring 8 great donut shops across the state
Whether you crave something traditional, like a chocolate glazed, something more gourmet, like a pistachio baklava donut, or a plus-sized donut fit to serve an entire party, Pennsylvania has world class donut shops that offer all this, and more. Even fried chicken sandwiches.
Meet the nature-loving Pennsylvanians pursuing their passion for snakes, big cats, mushrooms, and more
In the heart of Pennsylvania’s diverse landscapes, a group of dedicated individuals are devoted to embracing nature and its wild inhabitants.
Bernie Sanders calls out income inequality during ‘Fighting Oligarchy’ tour
US Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) highlighted growing income inequality between the top 1% and the bottom 93% of Americans while speaking as part of his Fighting Oligarchy Tour in Harrisburg and Bethlehem this past weekend.
Sanders spent the weekend touring Pennsylvania with Congressman Chris Deluzio (D-Allegheny), bringing together thousands of Pennsylvanians at his stops.
Both stops along Sanders’ Fighting Oligarchy Tour are home to two of Pennsylvania’s most vulnerable Republican Congressmen, US Reps. Scott Perry (R-York) and Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh), and Democrats are hoping to flip those seats in the 2026 midterm elections.
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