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High school scores, summaries and schedules for Feb. 6, 2026
High schools Basketball Boys Friday’s results Class 6A Section 1 Fox Chapel 75, Butler 51 North Hills 65, Woodland Hills 61 Seneca Valley 41, Pine-Richland 40 Section 2 Canon-McMillan 66, Connellsville 38 Central Catholic 49, Imani Christian 32 Hempfield 66, Norwin 64 (OT) Upper St. Clair 45, Mt. Lebanon 42...
High school roundup for Feb. 6, 2026: Greensburg Salem rallies from double-digit deficit in 4th quarter to clinch playoff spot
Ty Harkcom scored 21 points and Greensburg Salem rallied from an 11-point fourth-quarter deficit to beat West Mifflin, 51-40, and clinch a playoff spot in Section 3-4A boys basketball Friday night. Soloman Cain added 13 points for the Golden Lions (10-11, 5-7), who outscored the Titans 25-3 in the fourth...
Letter to the editor: What violent crimes did apprehended children commit?
I agree that violent criminals who are here illegally should be deported. My question is: What violent crimes did 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and the 2-year-old daughter of Elvis Tipan-Echeverria commit? Rape? Robbery? Murder? Sexual abuse of a minor? Serious assault? Domestic violence? Stalking? Child abuse? Weapons trafficking? Trafficking controlled...
Man dies in Braddock fire after going back in for belongings
A man initially escaped a house fire Friday night in Braddock but died after going back inside to retrieve his belongings, according to Allegheny County Emergency Services. A duplex on Elm Street was fully engulfed when first responders arrived about 7 p.m., an Eastern Regional Mon Valley police officer said....
Felony assault charge against Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna dropped
A first-degree felony aggravated assault charge against Penn State men’s hockey star Gavin McKenna on Friday was dropped, according to a press release from the Centre County District Attorney’s office. The felony charge, a misdemeanor simple assault, harassment and disorderly conduct were filed against McKenna on Wednesday in conjunction with...
Jake Maruschok: A case for Pittsburgh Steel’s 2030 return
As a 34-year-old engineer working in steel, I’ve noticed policy pressure heating up in the last year. In November I posted a video on new developments in our local education, trades, energy and investments; all are anticipating steel demand increase. While many comments were enthusiastic, a few people commented that...
Mt. Lebanon grad dies in crash connected to others involving 25 vehicles on I-79 in Butler County
An 18-year-old Slippery Rock University student was killed Friday in a series of weather-related crashes involving at least 25 vehicles on northbound Interstate 79 in Butler County that shut down a section of the highway for hours. Both lanes of the divided highway, which were closed in both directions between...
Penguins logo makes cameo in branding gone awry during ‘The Pitt’
Pittsburgh gets yet another nod in the latest episode of “The Pitt,” when a Penguins logo becomes the punchline of a painfully silly experiment — a don’t-try-this-home branding attempt at wearing hometown pride on one’s chest. Dr. Frank Langdon and nurse Donnie Donahue treat an unlucky patient with dry-ice burns...
Coming Saturday: From Darkness to Light: The Marc Fogel storyVideo
Beginning Saturday, our exclusive series From Darkness to Light: The Marc Fogel story by Paula Reed Ward. Only on TribLive....
From doinks to Bad Bunny: The best novelty Super Bowl bets on the board
Super Bowl Sunday is like Christmas Day for football fans. Besides the pregame rampup and nonstop action on the field, the big game is an event filed with seven-layer dips, block polls, comical commercials and halftime entertainment. Then there’s the gambling. Sure, there’s plenty of ways to bet on how...
Letter to the editor: Absurdities and atrocities
President Trump is suing the IRS for $10 billion because his tax returns were released by a hacker during his first term. If he would win, that is money right out of our pockets. He has already enriched himself and his family to the tune of billions of dollars just...
Letter to the editor: No accountability for ICE
According to Donald Trump, the Department of Homeland Security led by Kristi Noem would utilize ICE to target “the worst of the worst” illegal immigrants for deportation — violent criminals, gang members, murderers, rapists. Hard to argue with that goal. Instead, what we are seeing are ICE thugs attacking legal...
Creating art for U.S. coins is tricky. These Pa. artists have made a career of it
This story first appeared in PA Local, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA taking a fresh, positive look at the incredible people, beautiful places, and delicious food of Pennsylvania. Sign up for free here. PHILADELPHIA — If you’ve got coins in your pocket, purse, or wallet, you’re likely carrying around...
Letter to the editor: Help with heating bills
Severe snowstorms and sub-zero temperatures in recent weeks are stark reminders of how vital it is for Pennsylvanians to have access to reliable utility service to stay safe and warm on the most frigid days of the year. Unfortunately, vulnerable consumers may be at risk of being without heat for...
The Stroller, Feb. 6, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your non-profit’s community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least two weeks in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number. Follow the Stroller on X at @VNDStroller. Voting underway Community Library...
Laurels & lances: Truth & consequences
Laurel: To local lore. A long-overlooked land grant tied to Upper Burrell offers a tangible reminder that the nation’s founding era was not confined to famous cities or grand halls of debate. Signed by Benjamin Franklin, the document connects the area directly to the practical work of building a new...
Letter to the editor: Involve local law enforcement in ICE
Wow, Jan. 31 was a great edition. There were several meaningful stories about ICE, and pages A10 and A11 contain outstanding letters and commentary (even Joseph Mistick got things right for a change). I want to emphasize my agreement with the editorial “Reliable funding matters more than generosity” (Jan. 31, ...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Feb. 5, 2026
High schools Basketball Boys Thursday’s results Class 6A Section 1 New Castle 65, North Allegheny 36 North Hills 75, Pine-Richland 54 Class 5A Section 2 Penn Hills 64, Kiski Area 57 Class 4A Section 2 Quaker Valley 59, Avonworth 42 Class 3A Section 3 Apollo-Ridge 68, Steel Valley 49 Nonsection...
High school roundup for Feb. 5, 2026: Pine-Richland, Indiana earn share of section titles with clutch wins
Mia LeDonne scored 15 points as Pine-Richland claimed a share of the Section 1-6A girls basketball title with a 52-43 victory over Seneca Valley on Thursday night. Cate Gentile and Addison Buches added 12 points apiece for the Rams (15-7, 9-1). Natalie Hambly scored 17 points and Reece McFadden added...
Senate GOP blocks push for legal action over Epstein law
WASHINGTON — Senate Republican leadership blocked a Democrat-backed measure Thursday that would direct the chamber to take legal action over the Justice Department’s much-criticized handling of the Jeffrey Epstein documents. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, on the floor, criticized the Trump administration’s response to the law Congress passed last year...
Ohiopyle State Park dotted with ice formations ahead of Winterfest
Ohiopyle State Park is dressed in its winter finest in preparation for Winterfest this weekend. Snow-related activities will be held 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Sugarloaf recreation area, 950 Sugarloaf Road. There’s 10 inches of snow near the park offices along Route 381, or Main Street, and...
Pittsburgh man dies after jumping from Route 28 bridge in Buffalo Township
A Pittsburgh man died after jumping from the Route 28 bridge over Buffalo Creek. State police are investigating the public death of William I. Tegethoff, 45. Armstrong County Coroner Brian Myers said Tegethoff died from multiple blunt force trauma. Myers ruled his death a suicide. Tegethoff jumped from the high-level...
Ally Bove, Susan Graff and Bridget Keown: Proposed student loan rules threaten women’s careers — and the future of health care
Are audiologists, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, or speech-language pathologists not “professionals”? The Department of Education seems to think so. These are providers who earn rigorous master’s or doctoral degrees, pass national certification exams, maintain licensure, are legally required to report suspected abuse and follow strict codes of ethics. They are,...
Westmoreland happenings: Soup and sandwich lunch, clothing sale, art show, more
Art The watercolors and pastel paintings of artist Tami Krusper will be on display through March 11 at the Greensburg-Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Greensburg. A free opening reception will be held 5 to 7 p.m. Feb. 6 at the library. Fundraisers • Olive Branch Baptist Church, 296...
Fox Chapel real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8
Aspinwall Henrique Gama sold property at 27 Third St. to Louis Ronald and Laura Elizabeth Berklite for $599,000. Estate of Michael Schaffer sold property at 208 Fourth St. to LDG Enterprises Corp. for $250,000. Blawnox Catherine Hoffman sold property at 220 Eighth St. to Blawnox Industrial LLC for $160,000. Elena...
