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Jefferson County wildfire 90% contained, fire official says

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Three days after the start of a massive wildfire in Jefferson County, fire officials say the wildfire is now contained. It was only Wednesday when smoke and ash were billowing over one ridge that overlooks the Clarion River. Now a fire safety officer from the Allegheny National Forest tells 6 News that 90% of the fire's now contained. The wildfire ravaged an area of forest about 25 minutes north of Brookville.

Penns Valley businesses come together in support of local fire company

MILLHEIM, Pa. (WJAC) — Some businesses in Centre County came together to help an area fire company after it canceled its biggest fundraiser of the year. The Millheim Fire Company canceled its annual fire company carnival due to pandemic restrictions. Firefighters say it's one of their major fundraisers that help them pay for insurance on fire trucks and equipment. As a result, Penns Valley businesses came together to support the fire company with donations.

Teacher accused of sexually abusing 8 children

ANNE ARUNDEL COUUNTY, Md. — An Anne Arundel County elementary school teacher has been arrested on charges of sexually abusing eight students. Matthew Schlegel, 44, was taken into custody Thursday morning at his home in Severna Park. He faces more than 30 charges, ranging from second-degree assault to sex abuse of a minor. Schlegel is a third-grade math teacher at Severna Park Elementary school. According to charging documents, all of the alleged victims are current or former students of Schlegel, and the alleged abuse occurred in the classroom.

Toys 'R' Us is making a comeback

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Call it a comeback. Toys "R" Us has been taking its first steps toward returning to life thanks to a new partnership with another retail giant. Dozens of Macy's stores across America already have a Toys "R" Us section, with several dozen more on the way. See the lists of active and soon-to-open stores here. Toys "R" Us went bankrupt in 2018, but a nine-day, grand-opening event starting Saturday will help trumpet the return of the toy giant.

Altoona man found with weapons, explosive materials after shooting

ALTOONA, Pa. (WJAC) — Authorities in Blair County say an Altoona man is behind bars after he reportedly shot a woman following a domestic-related argument. According to the affidavit, police were dispatched Monday evening to a residence along Logan Avenue, in Altoona, for reports of a woman with a gunshot wound to her toe. Police say the male on scene, identified as 30-year-old Jordon Havlin, was reportedly "uncooperative" with officers and claimed that the woman had been shot by an unknown male who was "