LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The Virginia Department of Health is investigating an outbreak of gastrointestinal illnesses that's sending some to the ER.
The symptoms are similar to norovirus: severe abdominal pain, dehydration, vomiting, and diarrhea.
VDH said the reports and information they have so far lead them to believe the outbreak is specifically at Liberty University in Lynchburg.
The cause of the outbreak is unknown, but VDH said they are trying to figure out the source. Read More...
Pennsylvania's Auditor General reiterating just days ago that the state's foster care system is broken.
A system designed to protect our most vulnerable, putting them at risk of abuse, and sometimes even death.
Right now, there are about 15,000 kids in foster care here in the state. You may know some of them. They're children just like your own.
We’re launching a new initiative. It’s called ‘Project PA: Children in Crisis. Read More...
Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — Authorities with the Cambria County District Attorney's office confirmed that a trial date has been set for a Johnstown mother accused of abusing and killing her daughter.
Police charged 39-year-old Veronica Lewis with criminal homicide, aggravated assault and child endangerment last May for her role in the death of 14-month-old Gianna Rice-Lewis.
Last April, authorities were dispatched to a home along Grove Ave. where they found the toddler unresponsive. Read More...
