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The PE Sneak Peek: Sept. 19

Here's a look at the stories that are keeping our reporters busy: * A man pointed a loaded gun at his girlfriend's head early this morning, police say. Check out our online report, and get a complete report in Friday's edition. * Local singers who tried out for "The Voice" may not find fame, but they had a pretty good time in New York City. * A man allegedly blew his stack over claims that a business owner insulted a family member. Find out what happens in court.

The PE Sneak Peek: Sept. 18

Here's a look at the stories that are keeping our reporters busy Wednesday: * A nurse who came to work drunk is placed on probation by a state licensing board. * Will he or won't he? A suspect thinks twice about a deal on charges he threatened a Geisinger employee over his bill. Reporter Chris Krepich has an online report, and we'll have a complete story tomorrow.

JUST IN: Ga. teen abducted from home found alive, police say

ELLENWOOD, Ga. (AP) -- A 14-year-old Georgia girl abducted in a home invasion robbery was found alive on Wednesday after a massive search by multiple law enforcement agencies. Ayvani Hope Perez had been taken from her home early Tuesday after authorities said robbers broke in, demanded money and jewelry and were told there was none. Authorities have said the robbery and abduction appeared to be random. Clayton County Police Chief Gregory Porter said the girl was found in Conyers and has been reunited with her family. "She's in good health, she's being evaluated as we speak," Porter said.

Prosecutor: Sex offender impregnated girl, 12

CAMDEN, N.J. (AP) -- Federal prosecutors say a registered sex offender who allegedly impregnated a 12-year-old southern New Jersey girl may have had more victims. Joseph Anthony Caracciolo is charged with traveling in interstate commerce for the purpose of engaging in illicit sexual conduct with a minor. He was due to appear Tuesday afternoon in U.S. District Court in Camden, and faces up to 30 years in prison if convicted.

Pa. lawmakers to target gay 'conversion' therapy

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) -- Some state Democratic lawmakers want to bar Pennsylvania mental-health providers from trying to change the sexual orientation of gay minors. Reps. Brian Sims of Philadelphia and Gerald Mullery of Luzerne County said Tuesday they plan to introduce a bipartisan bill to bar gay "conversion" therapy for minors. Sen. Anthony Williams of Philadelphia recently introduced a similar bill in the Senate.

Starbucks says guns unwelcome, though not banned

NEW YORK (AP) -- Starbucks says guns are no longer welcome in its cafes, though it is stopping short of an outright ban on firearms. The fine line that the retailer is walking to address the concerns of both gun rights and gun control advocates reflects how heated the issue has become, particularly in light of recent mass shootings.

NJ boardwalk fire linked to Sandy-damaged wiring

TOMS RIVER, N.J. (AP) -- The massive fire that destroyed part of a Jersey shore boardwalk and dozens of businesses began accidentally in wiring damaged in Superstorm Sandy, and should prompt coastal property owners to get their own equipment inspected for similar danger, officials said Tuesday. The boardwalk fire in Seaside Park and Seaside Heights started Thursday in aged wiring that had been compromised by salt water and sand during the Oct. 29 storm, federal and county investigators said at a news conference. The wind-whipped blaze destroyed more than 50 businesses in the two towns.

Navy Yard gunman told police he was hearing voices

WASHINGTON (AP) -- A month before he went on the rampage that left 13 dead, Washington Navy Yard gunman Aaron Alexis complained to police in Rhode Island that people were talking to him through the walls and ceilings of his hotel rooms and sending microwave vibrations into his body to deprive him of sleep. The account, contained in an Aug. 7 report from Newport, R.I., police, adds to the picture that has emerged of an agitated and erratic figure whose behavior and mental state had repeatedly come to authorities' attention but didn't seem to affect his security clearance.

The PE Sneak Peek: Sept. 17

Here's a look at the stories that are keeping our reporters busy Tuesday: * A stabbing victim is now a drug suspect, as police say cocaine and meth were found in his car after he was discovered with knife wounds. See our breaking online report, and look for a full story Wednesday. * A woman charged with making meth in her grandmother's house goes to court. Get the latest in her case.

The PE Sneak Peek: Sept. 16

Here's a look at the stories that are keeping our reporters busy Monday: * Dirty laundry: A meth suspect's woes began when his mother picked up his clothes basket. See our online breaking news report for more. * Pop quiz: If a group of 14 local workers wins $1 million in the lottery, how much does each get after taxes? The answer is in tomorrow's edition. * There is new open space near the Bloomsburg Fairgrounds this year, but don't try to park there.