Shooting leaves one injured, theft charges, AI data center rumors addressed

According to the news report, the Johnstown Police Chief stated that a man was shot in the chest just after midnight on Thursday in the Cooperdale section of Johnstown. The police say they have a person of interest but have not made any arrests yet, and the investigation is still ongoing. The victim was taken to the hospital and remains in critical condition, but is expected to survive. Authorities are urging the community to come forward with any information. In Clearfield County, authorities say that Samantha Joe Brown is accused of stealing nearly $82,000 from the community county services while handling the payroll. Investigators claim that an audit found she gave herself multiple raises and forged the CEO's signature for payments. Finally, the report mentions that state and local officials held a town hall to discuss rumors of a possible data center project in Clearfield County. They stated that there are currently no proposals in the county, but they will keep residents updated.