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Kenyatta: Democrats win with help of ‘red’ county margins

Representative Malcolm Kenyatta is travelling the commonwealth to stump for statewide democratic candidate John Fetterman and Josh Shapiro. Kenyatta made a stop in Blair County at the Blair County Democrat's summer picnic where he says even in "red" counties, voters can make a difference in November. → Read More

Windber native returns to cage for Bellator 282

UNCASVILLE, CT (WTAJ) — Windber native Cody Law is set to fight again Friday night in Bellator 282 at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut. The former Forest Hills wrestling stand-out is currently 6-0 in Bellator and coming off a knockout win in which he predicted the end of the fight to the very second. […] → Read More

Democratic candidates make stop in Centre County

The Centre County Democrats hosted multiple candidates at their Spring Breakfast on Saturday. In attendance were U.S. Senate candidates John Fetterman, Conor Lamb, and Malcolm Kenyatta. In that race, voters at the breakfast told WTAJ that the key issue for them was which candidate is more electable in November. → Read More

The Harlem Globetrotters set to entertain at the Bryce Jordan Center

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Harlem Globetrotters are coming to Centre County for a stop on their Spread Game Tour! Zeus McClurkin joined WTAJ News this morning to talk about the completely transformed live event tour that they are calling a “fully branded entertainment experience.” “This year, 2022, you’re going to see a lot […] → Read More

Tennessee couple gets married in Punxsutawney for Groundhog Day

Karl and Alex Arbogast of Clarksville, Tennessee made the trek to Punxsutawney a week ago to plan out their perfect wedding. Little did they know, the town and surrounding area would rally around them to make their celebration perfect. → Read More

Penn State: Wheeler transferring to Ohio State

(WTAJ) — Another domino has fallen in the transfer portal saga for Penn State men’s basketball. Jamari Wheeler took to social media Tuesday night to announce his decision to transfer to rival Ohio State. In his statement, he personally thanks former coach Pat Chambers and the university for giving him the opportunity to play and […] → Read More

Former Bellwood standout transferring to PSU

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WTAJ) — Alli Campbell is coming home! Campbell took to social media to announce that she’s transferring from Notre Dame to play at Penn State with the Lady Lions. In the post, she says, “It’s all good… I just took the long way home! So excited for this new opportunity at Penn […] → Read More

Clearfield Co. Native survives 100 days “Alone” in Arctic, wins History Channel competition

CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Roland Welker is one of the premiere survivalists in the world after winning Season 7 of “Alone” on History Channel. Welker, a Clearfield County native, survived 100 days living off the land in the Arctic and beat out nine other competitors to take home the million dollar prize. He says […] → Read More

CAROLE BASKIN! Kate McKinnon to play Joe Exotic’s rival in new series

(WTAJ/CNN) — Hollywood isn’t through with “Tiger King” just yet. USA Today reports that Kate McKinnon is set to star as Joe Exotic’s rival in a limited TV series. She’ll be playing Carole Baskin, the owner of Big Cat Rescue, who tried to shut down the Oklahoma zoo run by Joe Exotic. NBC Universal says […] → Read More

A small fort with a big story, the history of Fort Necessity

FARMINGTON, FAYETTE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — It may be small and often forgotten, but Fort Necessity is home to a big part of history. In 1754, a young George Washington was leading a regiment of Virginians on a campaign to build military road. Washington was ordered to ambush a French patrol and was successful. But […] → Read More

Esports in the time of COVID-19

LORETTO, CAMBRIA Co., Pa. (WTAJ) — In this time of staying at home, why not hone in on your video gaming skills? Esports is a growing industry with college and universities starting teams and even offering scholarships. St. Francis Head Coach Luke Trotz spoke with our Tony Maiocco about ESports at the school. Trotz says […] → Read More

Penn State Altoona climbs back for AMCC Tourney win (Extended Highlights)

Altoona (WTAJ) -- The Adler Complex at Penn State Altoona played host to AMCC Tournament First Round action between the No. 4 Lions and No. 5 Hilbert College. → Read More

Sportsbeat Part 3 – Aug. 23, 2019

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Here are highlights from Part 3 of Sportsbeat from August 23, 2019. You can see the highlights of the following games: Richland28Bishop McCort14FINAL Forest Hills7Chestn… → Read More

Sportsbeat Part 2 – Aug. 23, 2019

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Here are highlights from Part 2 of Sportsbeat from August 23, 2019. You can see the highlights of the following games: Bellwood-Antis: 35, Tyrone: 32, 2 OT Central: 49, … → Read More

Sportsbeat Part 1- Aug. 23, 2019

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Here are highlights from Part 1 of SportsBeat from August 23, 2019. You can see the highlights of the following games: Hollidaysburg: 35, Altoona: 21 Tussey Mountain: 48, Claysburg-Kimmel: 6 Central Cambria: 54, Johnstown: 6 Clearfield: 31, DuBois: 20 Bishop Guilfoyle: 26, Somerset: 0 → Read More

Sportsbeat Part 1- Aug. 23, 2019

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Here are highlights from Part 1 of SportsBeat from August 23, 2019. You can see the highlights of the following games: Hollidaysburg: 35, Altoona: 21 Tussey Mountain: 48, Claysburg-Kimmel: 6 Central Cambria: 54, Johnstown: 6 Clearfield: 31, DuBois: 20 Bishop Guilfoyle: 26, Somerset: 0 → Read More

Curve Head Groundskeeper awarded

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Altoona Curve Head Groundskeeper Chris Mason was honored Monday with the 2019 Diamond Pro Field Manager of the Year for the Eastern League. The award is voted on by Eastern League field staffs and umpires during the season. This is the second time Mason has won an award like this. […] → Read More

Blair GOP needs new candidate for Altoona City Council

The election for Altoona City Council continues to be in flux now that Republican Nominee Samantha Paule has officially withdrawn from the race. → Read More

Oklahoma teens save 90 year old neighbor from fire

A fire that started in an Oklahoma home trapped a 90-year-old inside. But, thanks to four teen boys jumping into action, she's okay and forever grateful. → Read More

WTAJ EXCLUSIVE: Altoona City Council nominee responds to anti-American posts

Samantha Paule, a Republican Nominee for Altoona City Council, responds to old social media posts that contain anti-American language. The posts include such things like "I support ISIS." → Read More