ATTEMPTED HOMICIDE SUSPECT IN CUSTODY
A two-day manhunt in Lycoming County ended Sunday afternoon when Adam Nathan Taylor of South Williamsport turned himself in to authorities in Muncy. State police say the 46-year-old is charged with attempted criminal homicide after allegedly firing a shot at his girlfriend and ramming her vehicle on Route 220 near Linden, despite a protection-from-abuse order. He also faces charges including aggravated assault, stalking, theft by unlawful taking, receiving stolen property, and illegal possession of a firearm.
RN ENTERS NO CONTEST OVER DAUGHTER INGESTING MARIJUANA
A Lewisburg registered nurse has entered a no-contest plea in a child endangerment case in Union County Court. Prosecutors say 38-year-old Danita Robinson pleaded no contest to a felony charge of failing to report child abuse after her one-year-old daughter ingested marijuana multiple times without receiving medical care. A judge ordered a pre-sentence investigation, canceling a scheduled trial, while related charges remain pending.
MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL BOARD TO DISCUSS DRESS CODE
Students and parents urged the Mount Carmel Area Board of Education to consider easing the district’s dress code, saying it is costly, outdated, and distracts from learning. According to the News Item, students told board members the policy limits self-expression and forces families in a low-income area to spend extra money on specific clothing, while minor violations can result in time spent in in-school suspension instead of class. District leaders responded that donated clothing is available to students in need and said the dress code will be added to the agenda for further discussion at an upcoming board work session.
MLK EVENTS IN WILLIAMSPORT
The Martin Luther King Junior National Day of Service is being observed today with several events in the Williamsport area focused on unity and service. This morning, a children’s MLK program is being held at the James V. Brown Library, followed by a Peace Walk at noon starting from Bethel AME Church. These events kick off Dream Week, which continues through the rest of the week with volunteer projects, educational programs, and a film screening honoring Dr. King’s legacy. A full schedule is available at stepcorp.org/mlk.
PENN COLLEGE STUDENT IN FATAL ACCIDENT NEAR MORRIS
A Pennsylvania College of Technology student from New York was killed in a crash late Sunday night in Lycoming County. Authorities say 19-year-old Quinn Dowdell of Long Island died after his vehicle left Route 287 near Morris around 9:30 p.m. Lycoming County Coroner Charles Kiessling said Dowdell suffered severe trauma after becoming trapped in the vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators say he was returning from Ski Sawmill to Williamsport, was not wearing a seatbelt, and toxicology testing is pending.
TRIAL FOR SUSPECT ACCUSED OF HIRING SOMEONE TO KILL POLICE CHIEF
A Jersey Shore man is headed to trial after prosecutors say he tried to hire someone to murder a police chief. Clinton County District Attorney Dave Strouse says 46-year-old Kevin Scott Fournier is accused of soliciting the killing of Pine Creek Township Police Chief David Winkelman after being charged with stealing municipal water service. Investigators say an informant reported the plot to police, leading to Fournier’s arrest on charges including criminal solicitation to commit homicide and terroristic threats.
MEDICARE SEMINARY THIS MONTH
People who are new to Medicare are invited to a free community workshop in Sunbury later this month. “Get Ready for Medicare: The Basics” takes place January twenty-third from ten a.m. until noon at the Northumberland County Human Services Building on North Second Street. The session is designed to help people turning sixty-five, along with caregivers, better understand their Medicare options. Registration information is available through the county.
BEEF COUNCIL SEEKING NOMINATIONS
The Pennsylvania Beef Council is asking the public to nominate standout beef dishes for the 2026 PA Beef Trail, a statewide guide highlighting restaurants that showcase Pennsylvania beef. The annual trail celebrates local agriculture and culinary creativity, from classic burgers to chef-inspired entrees. Nominations are open for the 2026 trail at pabeef.org/pa-beef-trail.
SPORTS
NFL Sunday
Patriots 28 Texans 16
Rams 20 Bears 17 /OT
NFL Division Championships 1/25
AFC – Patriots vs Broncos 3pm CBS/Paramount+
NFC – Rams vs Seahawks 6:30pm FOX
NCAA Football Championships presented by AT&T Tonight
Miami vs Indiana 7:30pm ESPN
NCAA Men’s Basketball
Houston 103 Arizona St 73
NCAA Men’s B-Ball Tuesday 1/20
Indiana vs Michigan 7pm Peacock
LSU vs Florida 7pm ESPN2
Seton Hall vs St John’s 7pm FS1
Vanderbilt vs Arkansas 9pm ESPN+
Texas Tech vs Baylor 9pm Peacock
Purdue vs UCLA 10pm Peacock
NBA
Grizzlies 126 Magic 109 (NBA London Game 2026)
Bulls 124 Nets 102
Rockets 119 Pelicans 110
Hornets 110 Nuggets 87
Trail Blazers 117 Kings 110
Lakers 110 Raptors 93
NBA Today
Bucks vs Hawks 1pm Peacock
Thunder vs Cavaliers 2:30pm NBC/Peacock
Clippers vs Wizard 3pm
Mavericks vs Knicks 5pm NBC Peacock
Pacers vs 76ers 7pm
Celtics vs Pistons 8pm NBC/Peacock
Heat vs Warriors 10pm
NHL
Lightning 4 Stars 1
Red Wings 4 Senators 3 /OT
Oilers 5 Blues 0
NHL Today
Sabres vs Hurricanes 1:30pm TNT/HBOMax
Capitals vs Avalanche 4pm TNT/HBO
Penguins vs Kraken 5pm ESPN+
Sharks vs Panthers 6pm ESPN+
Flyers vs Golden Knights 8pm ESPN+
Devils vs Flames 9pm ESPN+
Islanders vs Canucks 10pm ESPN+
Rangers vs Ducks 10pm ESPN+
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