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Military flyovers scheduled across the region for Memorial Day

Military flyovers scheduled across the region for Memorial Day

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Fun times: Runners who don’t mind getting soaked, filthy relish Seven Springs’ Mud on the Mountain event

Fun times: Runners who don’t mind getting soaked, filthy relish Seven Springs’ Mud on the Mountain event

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Gulf Tower, Koppers Building and One Oxford Centre to receive special lighting one night — for a cause

Gulf Tower, Koppers Building and One Oxford Centre to receive special lighting one night — for a cause

1 Min Read | 4 hours Ago

‘I don’t want golf to take over the park’: Squirrel Hill residents push back on plans to upgrade Schenley Park golf course

‘I don’t want golf to take over the park’: Squirrel Hill residents push back on plans to upgrade Schenley Park golf course

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Suspect dead after opening fire near White House security checkpoint, Secret Service says

Suspect dead after opening fire near White House security checkpoint, Secret Service says

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Offbeat Pittsburgh: How artist Baron Batch turned Pittsburgh into his canvas

Offbeat Pittsburgh: How artist Baron Batch turned Pittsburgh into his canvas

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Ligonier Country Market vendors, organizers pleased with season debut in Latrobe, despite poor weather

The inside story of how a Bloomfield fatal arson conviction unraveled

Editorial: Sealed records, closed doors, unanswered questions

Historic copper stolen from Penn Brewery recovered

Pittsburgh’s Three Sisters Bridges lit up in colors of Ireland as promotion for new direct flights to Dublin

Dozens turn out to dress Prospect Cemetery in Brackenridge for Memorial Day

Pedestrian struck and killed by vehicle in Washington County

3.5% tax increase pitched for Keystone Oaks property owners

U.S./World

Travel industry worries after Trump administration reiterates threat to sanctuary city airports

Travel industry worries after Trump administration reiterates threat to sanctuary city airports

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Details emerge of a potential Iran deal as Trump says not to rush

Details emerge of a potential Iran deal as Trump says not to rush

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Authorities investigate safety lapses after China coal mine blast kills at least 82

Authorities investigate safety lapses after China coal mine blast kills at least 82

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Russia uses hypersonic Oreshnik missile in mass attack on Kyiv

Russia uses hypersonic Oreshnik missile in mass attack on Kyiv

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A suicide bombing near a railway track in southwest Pakistan kills at least 23 people

A suicide bombing near a railway track in southwest Pakistan kills at least 23 people

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Suspect dead after opening fire near White House security checkpoint, Secret Service says

Suspect dead after opening fire near White House security checkpoint, Secret Service says

4 Min Read | 1 hour Ago

SpaceX launches its biggest, most beefed-up Starship yet on a test flight

Trump veers off-topic during speech in New York that was supposed to be on the economy

Judge dismisses human smuggling charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported

Cuba tells its citizens to prepare for war as U.S. targets Castro

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence, citing her husband’s health

FDA staff blindsided by move allowing more e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches onto U.S. market

Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon kill 10, including paramedics and a child, officials say

Rare public appearances, low profile mark Raúl Castro’s life since stepping down as Cuba’s president

Politics

Blanche thrust into Republican firestorm over $1.8B fund as he seeks to prove his loyalty to Trump

Blanche thrust into Republican firestorm over $1.8B fund as he seeks to prove his loyalty to Trump

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An all-female Senate delegation is heading to the Arctic to reassure U.S. allies

An all-female Senate delegation is heading to the Arctic to reassure U.S. allies

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Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump’s bid for greater control over the independent bank

Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump’s bid for greater control over the independent bank

4 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Pushed to the limit, Republicans show rare defiance to Trump’s demands

Pushed to the limit, Republicans show rare defiance to Trump’s demands

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Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that was on the verge of passing

Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that was on the verge of passing

4 Min Read | 3 days Ago

In heavily Democratic California, 2 GOP House rivals grapple in nasty fight over Trump loyalty

In heavily Democratic California, 2 GOP House rivals grapple in nasty fight over Trump loyalty

5 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Backlash to Trump’s $1.8B settlement fund delays GOP immigration billVideo

John Fetterman’s chief of staff resigns before new report on the senator’s relationship with Israel ally

Surgeon General’s Office tells young people to put down the phones and ‘live real life’Video

Scott Timko edges out Ethan Nicholas to earn GOP nod in 12th state House District

Facing intense internal pressure, DNC releases postelection autopsy that criticizes Kamala Harris

As Shapiro, Garrity set to face off for governor, here are 7 hurdles that could shape race

At 1 Kentucky bar, young Republicans wrestle with their disappointment in Trump and their party

Democrats are hoping for a breakthrough as the House takes another Iran war vote

Health

In a heartbeat: UPMC’s Dr. Saba helps ground against the shock of abnormal EKGs

In a heartbeat: UPMC’s Dr. Saba helps ground against the shock of abnormal EKGs

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New cholesterol guidelines include earlier screenings, targeted intervention

New cholesterol guidelines include earlier screenings, targeted intervention

4 Min Read | 1 day Ago

FDA staff blindsided by move allowing more e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches onto U.S. market

FDA staff blindsided by move allowing more e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches onto U.S. market

6 Min Read | 2 days Ago

A proposed additive ban could change New York’s pizza and bagels, some say for the better

A proposed additive ban could change New York’s pizza and bagels, some say for the better

4 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Minimum payments for filling prescriptions would aid pharmacies, Pa. insurance department says

Minimum payments for filling prescriptions would aid pharmacies, Pa. insurance department says

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WHO chief says Ebola outbreak in Congo is ‘spreading rapidly’ and upgrades risk assessment

WHO chief says Ebola outbreak in Congo is ‘spreading rapidly’ and upgrades risk assessment

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Surgeon General’s Office tells young people to put down the phones and ‘live real life’Video

Air France flight to U.S. diverted to Montreal due to Ebola travel restrictions

McCandless-based Glimmer of Hope funds Mind, Body, Care program for breast cancer patients

Delayed air quality permits from state, Allegheny County raise concerns about pollution

RFK Jr. fires leaders of group that sets guidelines for preventive health screenings

Pa. joins lawsuit to block looming federal loan caps for some healthcare degreesVideo

Ebola fears surge on the ground in Congo over rapid spread of a rare type

What to know about the outbreak of a rare kind of Ebola as cases and deaths rise

Business

Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump’s bid for greater control over the independent bank

Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump’s bid for greater control over the independent bank

4 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Chinese fast-fashion juggernaut Shein to buy eco-friendly Everlane in an unlikely fit

Chinese fast-fashion juggernaut Shein to buy eco-friendly Everlane in an unlikely fit

2 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Acrisure company to cut 2,250 jobs due to AI advancements

Acrisure company to cut 2,250 jobs due to AI advancements

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Trump immunity from IRS audit shocks experts, who warn it could undermine trust in tax system

Trump immunity from IRS audit shocks experts, who warn it could undermine trust in tax system

5 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Average long-term mortgage rate climbs to 6.51%, highest level in nearly 9 months

Average long-term mortgage rate climbs to 6.51%, highest level in nearly 9 months

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Electric bills to increase for Duquesne Light, West Penn Power customers

Electric bills to increase for Duquesne Light, West Penn Power customers

2 Min Read | 3 days Ago

Hemingway’s heartbreak and the long decline of Oakland’s bar scene

Sarris Candies to open factory store in Washington County

Walmart delivers another strong quarter but also a cautious outlook due to economic uncertainty

Companies join a deep-sea mining rush after Trump executive order, as regulators fast-track permits

Delayed air quality permits from state, Allegheny County raise concerns about pollution

SpaceX reveals plans for what could be the biggest-ever initial public offering

Stefani Pashman stepping down as CEO of Allegheny Conference on Community Development

Duolingo’s East Liberty HQ for sale as company consolidates in nearby tower

Regional

Pedestrian struck and killed by vehicle in Washington County

Pedestrian struck and killed by vehicle in Washington County

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Western Pennsylvania couples share their stories of marrying young

Western Pennsylvania couples share their stories of marrying young

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Western Pennsylvania’s wildest burgers stack up big flavor

Western Pennsylvania’s wildest burgers stack up big flavor

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Military flyovers scheduled across the region for Memorial Day

Military flyovers scheduled across the region for Memorial Day

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Fayette man electrocuted while attempting to cut wire

Fayette man electrocuted while attempting to cut wire

1 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Sarris Candies to open factory store in Washington County

Sarris Candies to open factory store in Washington County

1 Min Read | 3 days Ago

Electric bills to increase for Duquesne Light, West Penn Power customers

Scott Timko edges out Ethan Nicholas to earn GOP nod in 12th state House District

Expect a cooler, stormy Memorial Day weekend in Pittsburgh region

Morning Roundup: Patient steals ambulance in Beaver County; car fire and collision in Knoxville

Late-season freeze puts chill on fruit harvests across the region

Western Pa. Muslims ‘ultra vigilant’ after fatal San Diego mosque shooting

IUP increases room capacity as student demand for on-campus housing spikes

Western Pa. law enforcement officers participate in 150-mile run for Special OlympicsVideo

Education

‘So deserving’: Hempfield Area High School teacher named finalist for statewide educator award

‘So deserving’: Hempfield Area High School teacher named finalist for statewide educator award

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School cellphone ban can’t be OK’d fast enough for ‘fed up’ parents and teachers

School cellphone ban can’t be OK’d fast enough for ‘fed up’ parents and teachers

3 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Woodland Hills district begins formal hearing against suspended superintendent

Woodland Hills district begins formal hearing against suspended superintendent

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Pittsburgh Public Schools board to vote on school closure and realignment plan next week

Pittsburgh Public Schools board to vote on school closure and realignment plan next week

4 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Hemingway’s heartbreak and the long decline of Oakland’s bar scene

Hemingway’s heartbreak and the long decline of Oakland’s bar scene

10 Min Read | 3 days Ago

Quaker Valley School District officials approve 2026-27 budget

Quaker Valley School District officials approve 2026-27 budget

5 Min Read | 3 days Ago

Jeff Hadley named Hampton schools superintendent

IUP increases room capacity as student demand for on-campus housing spikes

Westmoreland County Community College named military friendly school

Pa. joins lawsuit to block looming federal loan caps for some healthcare degreesVideo

Pittsburgh-area school districts say inclusion in national network will boost education, innovation efforts

Teachers look to revive the student band scene at Shaler Area High SchoolVideo

State Police Academy to count as credits for Slippery Rock criminology, criminal justice students

Proposed Chartiers Valley budget holds the line on taxes

Election

In heavily Democratic California, 2 GOP House rivals grapple in nasty fight over Trump loyalty

In heavily Democratic California, 2 GOP House rivals grapple in nasty fight over Trump loyalty

5 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Scott Timko edges out Ethan Nicholas to earn GOP nod in 12th state House District

Scott Timko edges out Ethan Nicholas to earn GOP nod in 12th state House District

2 Min Read | 3 days Ago

As Shapiro, Garrity set to face off for governor, here are 7 hurdles that could shape race

As Shapiro, Garrity set to face off for governor, here are 7 hurdles that could shape race

6 Min Read | 1 day Ago

Voter turnout for primary election lags with few contested races on spring ballots

Voter turnout for primary election lags with few contested races on spring ballots

3 Min Read | 3 days Ago

Mayes cruises to primary win in 24th state House race

Mayes cruises to primary win in 24th state House race

4 Min Read | 4 days Ago

The ‘misstep’: Catena explains controversial mailer following primary loss

The ‘misstep’: Catena explains controversial mailer following primary loss

5 Min Read | 4 days Ago

Where Trump falters with Republicans — and where he holds steady, according to a new AP-NORC poll

The GOP’s YOLO caucus is small but growing. That may spell trouble for Trump’s congressional agenda

Voters pass ballot referendum on Pittsburgh’s public notice practicesVideo

Camera Bartolotta wins GOP nod in contentious state Senate race

State Sen. Wayne Fontana secures victory against newcomer in the 42nd District

Tony Guy wins Republican nomination in 17th Congressional District

Jordan Omlor defeats Lisa Gephart for 59th District Democratic nomination

Brittany Bloam beats out Pat Catena to land Democratic nod in 45th state House District

Obituary Stories

Longtime North Huntingdon barbershop owner Donald Nagy dies at 91

Longtime North Huntingdon barbershop owner Donald Nagy dies at 91

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Mickey Winograd, member of Duquesne’s 1955 NIT championship team, dies at 92

Mickey Winograd, member of Duquesne’s 1955 NIT championship team, dies at 92

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Barney Frank, a liberal congressman and trailblazer for gay rights, dies

Barney Frank, a liberal congressman and trailblazer for gay rights, dies

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Mark Fuhrman, former Los Angeles police detective convicted of lying during OJ Simpson murder trial, dies at 74

Mark Fuhrman, former Los Angeles police detective convicted of lying during OJ Simpson murder trial, dies at 74

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Jason Collins, NBA’s 1st openly gay player, dies at 47 of brain tumor

Jason Collins, NBA’s 1st openly gay player, dies at 47 of brain tumor

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Craig Morton, 1st quarterback to start Super Bowl for 2 teams, dies at 83

Craig Morton, 1st quarterback to start Super Bowl for 2 teams, dies at 83

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‘A life well lived’: Noted hairstylist Arnold Zegarelli dies at 89

Gail Klingensmith, co-owner of Pamela’s Diner for nearly a half century, has died

Abe Foxman, advocate for American Jews as longtime head of Anti-Defamation League, dies at 86

Joni Lamb, who started of one of the largest Christian TV networks, has died

CNN founder Ted Turner, a brash and outspoken television pioneer, has died at age 87

Penn State football team doctor dies at 68 after decades of serviceVideo

Alex Zanardi, auto racing champ who won Paralympic golds between life-altering accidents, dies at 59

Gerry Conway, comic book writer who co-created Punisher character in Spider-Man, dies at 73