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Judge seeking to have Luigi Mangione brought to Blair County for hearing in November
HOLLIDAYSBURG — A Blair County judge is asking a U.S. Attorney in New York to release Luigi Mangione to U.S. Marshals for a Blair County hearing on forgery and weapon charges. It comes as the U.S. Department of Justice has indicated that it will not release Mangione from the New...
Pirates to celebrate Roberto Clemente Day with Spanish-speaking broadcast, day of service
The Pittsburgh Pirates and SportsNet Pittsburgh will air a Spanish-speaking broadcast to celebrate Roberto Clemente Day when the Bucs host the Cubs at 6:40 p.m. Monday. “El día de Roberto Clemente: Los Piratas en español” will air on SNP+ and the SNP 360 app, honoring the legacy of the Pirates...
Ex-Penguins assistant coach Pierre McGuire to join radio broadcasts in limited capacity
Former Pittsburgh Penguins assistant coach Pierre McGuire will be joining the team’s radio broadcasts in a limited capacity next season. Per a social media posting from the team’s radio network, McGuire will participate in pre- and post-game broadcasts for 41 games as well as a handful of shows on Saturday...
Chip Minemyer: ‘Up to us’ to be worthy of the heroes of Flight 93
Many speakers at Sept. 11 anniversary events at the Flight 93 National Memorial over the years have urged those gathered to live in a manner worthy of the sacrifices made there. On the 20th anniversary of 9/11, Gordon Felt, brother of Flight 93 passenger Edward Felt, said: “The path we...
Judge accepts plea deal in East Hills double homicide over objections of victims’ family
The two women pleaded with the judge not to accept the deal. They had just listened to the prosecutor describe the injuries the killer inflicted on their loved ones. Valorie Crumpton, who was 72, sustained nine fractures to her skull, multiple broken ribs, a laceration to her abdomen and a...
In brief: Craft beer crawl, Art in Recovery and more in Aspinwall area
Contract approved Blawnox council voted 6-0 on Aug. 13 to approve a new contract with borough fire marshal John Simmons to do annual fire inspections at businesses, industrial properties and multi-residential properties. Councilwoman Elaine Palmer was absent. Borough manager Kathy Ulanowicz said the terms of the contract are until either...
In brief: Pancake fundraiser, board vacancies and more in Sewickley area
Winter maintenance contract approved Aleppo commissioners recently approved a new three-year contract with Allegheny County officials for winter maintenance on county-owned roads in the township. Township manager Gwen Patterson said public works crews treat Glenfield Road and Glen Mitchell Road from Merriman Road to the Glen Osborne borough line. Patterson...
Gallery: Photos from Sept. 10, 2025
Embark on a visual journey around the Western Pennsylvania region with TribLive’s latest collection of captivating images for Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. From the rustic landscapes of Western Pa. to diverse corners of the globe, experience the shared moments of humanity....
Commentary: How Donald Trump can safeguard our drug supply
The Trump administration believes — correctly — the existing prescription drug supply chain endangers our national security. China, a military adversary under a communist regime, plays a key role in 90% of generic antibiotics and 8% of all active pharmaceutical ingredients consumed by Americans. According to The Brookings Institution, 3.5%...
Sept. 11 events planned across the region
Several events are planned around the region to commemorate the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks in addition to the ceremonies planned at the National Flight 93 memorial in Somerset County. Connellsville Connellsville will host a remembrance ceremony at 7 p.m. Thursday at Veterans Plaza, 168 E. Crawford Ave. Pixel...
Letter to the editor: Memories of Mayor Sophie Masloff
I enjoyed reading Tanya Panizzi’s article “Author Barbara Burstin details legacy of the late Sophie Masloff, Pittsburgh’s 1st female, 1st Jewish mayor” (Sept. 3, TribLive). It brings back a memory of me meeting her on the steps of Mellon One. It also brings back the memory of her and the...
Cruise ship passenger jumps overboard to avoid paying $16K gambling debt, police say
A man was arrested last weekend after authorities said he leapt off of a Royal Caribbean cruise ship in order to avoid paying a $16,000 gambling debt. Jey Gonzalez-Diaz jumped off the Rhapsody of the Seas near the Port of Suan Juan, Puerto Rico, at around 9:15 a.m. Sunday during...
Alabama Shakes are back and keep on rocking at Stage AE
There was a palpable sense of joy throughout Stage AE’s packed outdoor venue on Tuesday night among fans seeing a favorite band back together after nearly a decade. Alabama Shakes rose onto the scene like a rocket in the early 2010s, a retro-styled band with a fresh sound and the...
Letter to the editor: Scottdale health care facility not closing
As the administrator of Scottdale Healthcare and Rehabilitation, I want to reassure staff, families and the community that the facility is not closing. The article “East Huntingdon facility among bankrupt nursing homes scheduled for auction” (July 24, TribLive) referred to the ownership process, not a closure. Ownership transitions are a...
Editorial: How can an accused killer spend 10 years in jail with no trial?
Trials should happen as soon as possible after the defendant is arrested. The U.S. Constitution spells this out in the Sixth Amendment, the first of several rights afforded. “In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the...
The Stroller, Sept. 10, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Letter to the editor: Radical Democrats support insane policies
The radical left (new Democratic Party) refuses to deviate from the insane, failed policies of the past administration. They continue to support mainstreaming transgender ideology, biological men competing in women’s sports, forcing women and young girls to share dressing areas and bathrooms with biological males, and young children having access...
Pirates farm report for Sept. 9, 2025: Despite homer from Callan Moss, Greensboro drops playoff opener
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 78-60) gave up seven runs in the top of the 11th and lost 7-0 to Iowa (Cubs). RHP Ryan Harbin (1-1, 18.36) took the loss, allowing seven runs, six earned, on two hits and three walks while recording one out. RHP Brandan Bidois (0.00) pitched two scoreless innings,...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Sept. 9, 2025
High schools Cross country Tuesday’s results Boys Division I Section 3 Butler 21, Pine-Richland 38 Butler 20, Seneca Valley 35 Seneca Valley 25, Pine-Richland 34 Top finisher: Brendan Eicher (B) 16:38.6 Section 5 Chartiers Valley 20, Blackhawk 41 Chartiers Valley 15, Ambridge 50 Blackhawk 19, Ambridge 39 Division II Section...
High school roundup for Sept. 9, 2025: In battle of Class 4A contenders, Fox Chapel tops Seneca Valley on OT PK
Nicolas Squeglia converted a penalty kick in overtime to lead Fox Chapel to a 2-1 win over Seneca Valley in a matchup of top teams in Section 3-4A boys soccer Tuesday night. In regulation, Rocco Didomenico scored for the Foxes (5-1, 2-0) and Owen Eastgate scored for Seneca Valley (6-1,...
Trump downplays Jeffrey Epstein letter that reignited an uproar
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump called a birthday note he allegedly sent to Jeffrey Epstein a “dead issue,” seeking to tamp down mounting questions over his past interactions with the late disgraced financier. “I don’t comment on something that’s a dead issue,” Trump said in an interview with NBC News...
Tale of two cups: Ryder Cup has Seve and Europe, and Walker Cup has only American dominance
PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. — The late British golf writer Peter Dobereiner never liked the idea of continental Europe being invited to take part in the Ryder Cup, regardless of the Americans winning all but one time over the previous 30 years. He no doubt would feel the same if that...
‘I’m definitely blessed to be back’: Penn State transfer defender maximizing 2nd chance in Happy Valley
In the oft-deemed Wild West era of the transfer portal and NIL in college football, you see unexpected departures from rosters every year. It’s much less common, though, to see one of those departures make their way back to a program two years later. That’s become a reality at Penn...
Pitt men’s basketball to host Clemson, Duke, Louisville in 2025-26 ACC slate
Pitt will welcome three of the nation’s top men’s basketball programs to Petersen Events Center this season as part of its ACC schedule that was released Tuesday. Duke, Louisville and Clemson, who all finished in the AP Top 25 last season, are set to visit the Panthers as part of...
Nick Troiano: The Primary Problem — why most 2026 elections will be decided before November
The 2026 midterm elections should be the American people’s next best opportunity to issue a verdict on the direction of the country. In a functioning democracy, the outcome would offer a clear signal: Do most voters want change or to stay the course? But in reality, we won’t get a...
