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Allentown fire: What we know about the blaze, its cause and what’s next

It will be some time before the cause of the massive Allentown fire is determined, fire officials said.

The remains of the former American Atelier furniture factory on Thursday, June 25, 2026, in Allentown. The building was destroyed by an overnight fire. (Rich Rolen/Special to The Morning Call)

Rain falls in Asbury Park, New Jersey. A very strong El Nino could cause more rainy days on the Jersey Shore this year. (Andrew Mills /The Star-Ledger)

A ‘Super El Nino’ could be on its way. Here’s what that would mean for Lehigh Valley

A woman walks past an iHeartMedia office. (iStock Editorial/Getty Images)

Lehigh Valley radio personalities laid off as iHeartMedia downsizes, including longtime WAEB sidekick [Updated]

Fire engulfs the former American Atelier furniture factory at 249 N. Front Street in Allentown on Wednesday night, June 24, 2026. The blaze went to 6-alarms, prompting evacuations and a massive response from firefighters around the region. (Rich Rolen/Special to The Morning Call)

Nearly 200 firefighters helped battle Allentown factory blaze, department says

The remains of the American Atelier furniture factory on Thursday, June 25, 2026, in Allentown. The building was destroyed by an overnight fire. (Avery Folmar/The Morning Call)

Allentown fire destroyed factory site with long history and plans for redevelopment

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Massive Allentown fire at former factory under control after raging for hours and damaging 8 homes across street
Massive Allentown fire at former factory under control after raging for hours and damaging 8 homes across street
Lehigh Valley radio personalities laid off as iHeartMedia downsizes, including longtime WAEB sidekick [Updated]
Lehigh Valley radio personalities laid off as iHeartMedia downsizes, including longtime WAEB sidekick [Updated]
9-year-old boy dies from drowning in Poconos hotel pool, coroner says
9-year-old boy dies from drowning in Poconos hotel pool, coroner says
Allentown fire destroyed factory site with long history and plans for redevelopment
Allentown fire destroyed factory site with long history and plans for redevelopment
Massive Allentown fire breaks out at former factory [PHOTOS]
Massive Allentown fire breaks out at former factory [PHOTOS]
Allentown fire: What we know about the blaze, its cause and what’s next
Allentown fire: What we know about the blaze, its cause and what’s next
Allentown fire leaves a neighborhood in disbelief: ‘It was like they dropped a bomb in there’ [Updated]
Allentown fire leaves a neighborhood in disbelief: ‘It was like they dropped a bomb in there’ [Updated]
PennDOT shows how it will improve Route 22 interchange in Northampton County
PennDOT shows how it will improve Route 22 interchange in Northampton County
WATCH: Scope of massive Allentown fire seen from multiple angles [VIDEO]
WATCH: Scope of massive Allentown fire seen from multiple angles [VIDEO]
A ‘Super El Nino’ could be on its way. Here’s what that would mean for Lehigh Valley
A ‘Super El Nino’ could be on its way. Here’s what that would mean for Lehigh Valley

Local News

Immigration and Customs Enforcement have dropped plans for a detention facility at a warehouse at 3501 Mountain Road in Upper Bern Township. (BILL UHRICH – READING EAGLE)

Rep. Dan Meuser: ICE centers in Berks, Schuylkill canceled

The lawmaker confirmed the agency is scrapping plans to detain migrants at warehouses it bought in Hamburg and Tremont.

Sports

Phillies’ Garrett Stubbs celebrates after scoring on a two-run home run by Bryce Harper in the ninth inning against the Nationals at Nationals Park on Thursday in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty Images)

Phillies do it again, rally to beat Nationals for third game in a row

The Phillies' late-inning heroics continued in Washington.

Things to Do

Rumbamena, which focuses on honoring Latin culture through dance, performs Sunday, July 20, 2025, during Viva La Fiesta at Dorney Park. Viva La Fiesta, a tribute to Caribbean and Latin American culture, has returned through July 26. (Oliver Lois Economidis/The Morning Call)

Things to do this weekend in Lehigh Valley: Celebrate Latin culture and Pride month

Summer is in full swing, and this weekend brings plenty of opportunity to enjoy sunshine, music, food and more.

WATCH: Scope of massive Allentown fire seen from multiple angles [VIDEO]

A massive fire broke out at the former American Atelier furniture factory on North Front Street in Allentown on Wednesday night, going to six alarms. Video captured the scope of the blaze.
President Donald Trump visits Mack Trucks in Lehigh Valley | PHOTOS
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Allen High School Graduation | PHOTOS
The 55th annual McDonald’s Lehigh Valley All-Star Football Classic | PHOTOS

Opinion

The Pennsylvania State Capitol is reflected on the ground June 30, 2025, in Harrisburg. (Aimee Dilger/AP)

Opinion: Pension hike needed for retired Pa. employees and teachers

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Crime and Public Safety

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9-year-old boy dies from drowning in Poconos hotel pool, coroner says

A 9-year-old Monroe County boy has died following a drowning incident at a hotel pool...

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Business

Trader Edward Curran works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Friday, June 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)

Most of Wall Street rises, but sinking AI stocks keep it on track for a losing week

Drops for AI stocks are keeping the market in check.

Pennsylvania News

People get ready to take their seats Tuesday, June 23, 2026, to see President Donald Trump speak at the Mack Truck plant in Lower Macungie Township. (April Gamiz/The Morning Call)

At Lehigh Valley rally, Trump fans stick with president, as Democrats pounce

Supporters of President Donald Trump who showed up for his appearance at Mack Trucks in...

National News

Fourth District Court Judge Tony Graf in Provo listens during a hearing for Tyler Robinson, accused in the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk, in 4th District Court in Provo, Utah, on Friday, June 12, 2026. (Francisco Kjolseth /The Salt Lake Tribune via AP, Pool)

Judge holds prosecutors in Charlie Kirk murder case in contempt for comments about his guilt

Judge says the comments violated his restrictions on what the two sides can say.

Allentown

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Allentown man charged 3 times with stalking same victim pleads ‘no contest’

The alleged victim reported the defendant to police three times across 2024 and 2025.

Bethlehem Area

PennDOT has plans to improve Route 22 in Bethlehem Township at Route 191. (Michael Kubel/The Morning Call)

PennDOT shows how it will improve Route 22 interchange in Northampton County

Imagine an easier exit and entrance to Route 22 with longer ramps.