Rachel Pellegrino

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — It’s all gas and no brakes when it comes to summer travel. According to AAA, record-high prices at the pump aren’t curbing the enthusiasm to hit the road and skies. “For weeks now, what people have been seeing at the pump is gas prices going up as a reflection of […]

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — Community members participated in active shooter training on Tuesday that was focused on how to respond in a crisis. “We don’t get to choose when we’re involved in an active…

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Altoona Police Department is utilizing state-of-the-art technology like virtual reality for use-of-force training. Officers say the $50,000 investment is a major upgrade and includes new tasers for the department. The previous tasers were at least a decade old and limited when it came to the weapon’s capability. “This new one […]

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — School bus safety is front and center as students return to the classroom. According to the Pennsylvania Courts, the greatest percentage of school zone and bus citations o...

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — School is in session, and with it come new policies. From funding to student wellness and safety, lawmakers are addressing the issues they say are important. “The goal i…

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — For 25 years, the nation has come together with one mission: Never forget. Songs ensuring that promise is kept have been released in the years since the 9/11 attacks on o...

SHANKSVILLE, Pa. (WTAJ) — As the Nation marks 25 years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the Flight 93 National Memorial is ensuring the voices of the 40 passengers and crew are heard for years to com...

SHANKSVILLE, Pa. (WTAJ) — As the Nation marks 25 years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the Flight 93 National Memorial is ensuring the voices of the 40 passengers and crew are heard for years to come.

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — As the nation marks 25 years since September 11, 2001, a unique tribute is honoring the heroes of Flight 93 at the national memorial. This week, artists from across the c...