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Parents charged

Brooklyn and Ryeley …

Brooklyn and Ryeley Beatty died several weeks ago after a dresser fell on them in Aliquippa, and today their parents were arrested.
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Another plane gone

An Air Algerie …

An Air Algerie flight carrying 116 people disappeared from radar over northern Mali last night, authorities said.
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Sales pitch

The new Pens …

The new Pens coach must win over star Evgeni Malkin on his home turf in Russia to have a chance at winning, Rob Rossi writes.
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‘Treasure the Memories’

Fayette County marks …

Fayette County marks the 60th year of its annual fair, starting today, with old favorites and some new wrinkles.
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High percentage

Executive Rich Fitzgerald …

Executive Rich Fitzgerald is piling up the legislative wins while members of Allegheny County Council struggle to advance bills.
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Air Algerie plane with 116 disappears from radar in Africa

By The Associated Press 8:37 a.m.

ALGIERS, Algeria — An Air Algerie flight carrying 116 people from Burkina Faso to Algeria’s …

Brookline Boulevard paving project finally finished 10:36 a.m.

Aliquippa parents charged in deaths of daughters 10:09 a.m.

Motorcyclist killed in head-on collision in Beaver County 9:09 a.m.

EQT posts $110.9 million profit in latest quarter 7:57 a.m.

Truck drivers taken to hospital after Pa. Turnpike crash in Butler County

VA settles 3 more Legionnaires’ cases

Interest high for Heinz Field soccer match between top Euro teams

By Matt Grubba

Heinz Field is accustomed to large football crowds, but this weekend it will be for …

New Penguins coach to meet with Malkin

Penguins assistant Martin gets new job title

Pirates notebook: Recovering Cole exceeds expectations in simulated game

The Meadows to host 1st boxing card

Bethel Park native Mathews turns putters into art

Fox Chapel football putting in preseason work

Moondog’s owner the force behind Pittsburgh Blues Festival

By Rege Behe

Ron “Moondog” Esser has seen every incarnation of the Pittsburgh Blues Festival. The owner of …

Social Security’s $300M IT project doesn’t work 9:45 a.m.

Vanaski: Stone wall up in South Fayette

Review: Buffett keeps faith with fans on ‘This One’s for You’ tour

Upper St. Clair family’s efforts pay as governor signs Down syndrome education bill 9:45 a.m.

Dick’s cuts PGA professionals as golf business declines

DVD reviews: ‘Transcendence,’ ‘Blue Ruin’ and ‘Sabotage’

Sewickley farm market builds on sense of community

Liriano, Snider lift Pirates to a victory over Dodgers at PNC Park

Cambodian students answer Oakmont group’s prayers

Bucar grilled by City Council, likely to win approval as public safety chief

By Bob Bauder

Members of Pittsburgh City Council said they likely will confirm Stephen Bucar next week as Pittsburgh’s new public safety director, but that didn’t stop them from peppering him with questions …

Revised anti-nepotism policy lets Allegheny County judges keep family in jobs 9:45 a.m.
Fitzgerald stacks legislative wins as Allegheny council members struggle 9:45 a.m.
Transplant patients in limbo over coverage under UPMC-Highmark pact
PennDOT to raise speed limit on more sections, but not in Western Pa.

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United States proposes tougher rules for moving crude oil, ethanol by rail

By David Conti

Older rail tankers would be phased out in two years and speed limits would be lowered for trains transporting highly flammable crude oil and other dangerous liquids under rules prompted …

Ex-Milwaukee archbishop told he can’t spend final days at St. Vincent Archabbey
PennDOT to stabilize rock slide along Penn Adamsburg Road in Hempfield
Hookah bar on tap for Greensburg
Greensburg pawn shop aids in arrest of home repair scam suspect
3 identified in Route 66 crash near Delmont

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Rising number of health care workers have less than 4-year degree, study shows

By Alex Nixon
The aging American population is creating more job opportunities for health care workers with less than a four-year college degree. The number of health care workers who have a bachelor’s degree or higher grew at a slower rate during the …

EQT posts $110.9 million profit in latest quarter 7:57 a.m.
Health insurers will refund $5.2M to Pa. subscribers, group plans
Dick’s cuts PGA professionals as golf business declines
United States proposes tougher rules for moving crude oil, ethanol by rail
Developer pursues application for Strip District apartments

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Arts & Entertainment

Round up family and friends, it’s county fair season in Western Pennsylvania

By Emma Deihle

County fair season has returned to Western Pennsylvania. The livestock are primping, engines are revving and local bands are fine-tuning their set lists in anticipation of summer fairgoers. Some fairs …

Blum’s work shines a light on lives of those from Appalachia
Mick Foley’s wrestling career means standup doesn’t throw him for a loop
Jason Aldean headlines big country show at PNC Park
Moondog’s owner the force behind Pittsburgh Blues Festival
Meadows Casino’s Band Wagon truck is no gamble for fun food
DVD reviews: ‘Transcendence,’ ‘Blue Ruin’ and ‘Sabotage’

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Lifestyles

Healthy Eating: Rethinking breakfast? Try a meal in a muffin

By The Associated Press

When fall rolls around, and it’s back to school and work, wouldn’t you love to start your day with something tastier and more substantial than that all-too-typical bowl of cold …

It’s worth it to bring your own wines to savor on beach vacation
Grazing, guzzling and tracking trends at Summer Fancy Food Show
Mercer restoration company turns junk into repurposed treasure 10:26 a.m.
Wedding Clickers bridal show features ‘Yes to the Dress’ star Fenoli

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Featured Commentary

Health information exchange will save lives

By David F. Simon
It’s 3 a.m. and you’re in an automobile accident. You arrive at the local trauma center — alone, unconscious and in critical condition. During the “golden hour” after the accident, the trauma staff wants to assure that the drug it …