Justin Backover
WFMZ-TV 69News
Philadelphia, PA, United States
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Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk wants study to look into Parking Authority's operations, consider possibility of takeover
On Wednesday, the Mayor will be asking City Council for $10,000 to conduct a feasibility study on the Parking Authority’s operations. → Read More
Local economist weighs in on bank failures, steps government is doing to help situation
The U.S. is trying to quell fear following the failure of two banks. → Read More
Sen. Casey tours manufacturer Infinera, touts CHIPS and Science Act
U.S. Senator Bob Casey was in the Lehigh Valley to tour semiconductor manufacturer Infinera, and tout last year's CHIPS and Science Act. → Read More
After delay due to pandemic, Lehigh University opens Business Innovation Building
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - Lehigh University has officially opened its brand-new Business Innovation Building. → Read More
Voting begins March 1 in What's So Cool About Manufacturing Contest
7th and 8th grade students are paired with some of the biggest producers in the region to learn about what they do. → Read More
One of world's largest cosmetics companies starts scholarship fund with local community college
The company announced a donation of $200,000 to Bucks County Community College to launch the Supply Chain Scholars program. → Read More
Local economist weighs in after measure of inflation jumps more than expected
The Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index jumped .6% from December to January, a sharp jump from .2% the month before. → Read More
Poconos shopping center announces new name, renovation plans
The Crossings Premium Outlets has a new name and is getting a new look. → Read More
Pa. House reconvenes for special session, with Democrats now in the majority
House lawmakers were finally called back to Harrisburg for a special session aimed at passing a constitutional amendment opening the statute of limitations for childhood victims of sexual assault. → Read More
Local business incubator launches new funding for Lehigh Valley's growing medical industry
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - To meet a growing medical industry, Ben Franklin Technology Partners Northeast is launching a new fund to invest in new businesses and technologies. → Read More
Changes coming that could cut some student loan payments in half
With the resumption of federal student loan payments lurking somewhere around the corner, the Department of Education is working on a rules change to lower monthly costs for some. → Read More
Valentine's Day gifts costing more this year due to inflation
Valentine's Day spending is expected to hit a record $26 billion, according to the National Retail Federation. → Read More
3 Lehigh Valley cities forming partnership to tackle issues such as housing, homelessness
The mayors will meet monthly as well as their staffs, with plans to conduct shared public forums, events, and media engagement. → Read More
Local experts weigh in after Biden lays out achievements in State of the Union address
President Joe Biden says the state of the union is "strong" and he's hoping to convince Americans, too, laying out his legislative record over the last two years. → Read More
Rep. Wild helping introduce package of bills aimed at improving supply chain
The package consists of five bills that work together to federally monitor and improve the supply chain, while also creating grant programs that invest in domestic supply and manufacturing. → Read More
Local economists weigh in on stronger-than-expected jobs report
517,000 jobs were added in January. → Read More
Johnson College of Technology announces its first satellite campus in Hazleton
It's partnering with the CAN DO Greater Hazleton, an economic development organization. → Read More
Sen. Casey highlights Crayola's use of renewable energy in visit to Lehigh Valley
FORKS TWP., Pa. - Sen. Bob Casey was in the Lehigh Valley Monday morning to take a look at how Crayola uses renewable energy to make its products and hopes → Read More
A look at housing developments, business expansions coming to Lehigh Valley in 2023
If 2022 was any indication, 2023 will be another busy year in the Greater Lehigh Valley, which has managed to hold its ground despite global economic uncertainty. → Read More
Local expert explains why many may see smaller tax refunds this year
The expanded child tax credit will go back to $2,000 per child. → Read More