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‘Star Wars’ actor Kenneth Colley dies at 87
Kenneth Colley, a British actor known for playing Admiral Piett in the original “Star Wars” trilogy, has died at 87. Colley died at his home in England on Monday, according to a statement shared by his agent, Julian Owens. Colley had been admitted to a hospital for an arm injury...
Law enforcement groups oppose proposed anti-drug program cuts
WASHINGTON — Law enforcement agencies and associations are pushing for Congress to reject a Trump administration proposal to cut funding for a program aimed at reducing drug trafficking and illicit drug production, as well as change where it is run in the government. The Trump administration’s fiscal 2026 budget request...
Wings star Paige Bueckers named WNBA Rookie of the Month for June
DALLAS — It’s been a big week for Paige Bueckers. Three days after the Dallas Wings guard learned she had been named a starter for the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game, the league announced Thursday she is the WNBA’s Rookie of the Month for June. It is the first Rookie of...
Protests, immigration raids, tariffs put crimp in some people’s July Fourth
LOS ANGELES — Recent polls will tell you there’s been a drop in national pride among Americans, particularly Democrats in the Trump era, with some questioning whether to celebrate July Fourth at all this year. But Scott Allen, a registered Democrat in southern California, isn’t one of them. He planned...
George Pickens should plug a hole in Cowboys’ offense, but will he be a temporary fix?
DALLAS — New Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens was graded as the best deep-ball wide receiver in the NFL last year, according to Pro Football Focus. Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, according to PFF, has the fifth-best grade among quarterbacks on throws of 20 yards or more over the last...
Pitt scraps Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as Trump pushes against DEI
Pressured by the Trump administration, the University of Pittsburgh has eliminated its Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, joining the ranks of institutions across the country that are changing their ways as President Donald Trump rails against diversity programs. A message from University of Pittsburgh Chancellor Joan Gabel and Clyde...
Dan DeBone: Child care shortage threatens economy
As Pennsylvania lawmakers work to finalize the state budget, our communities face countless priorities competing for limited resources — from infrastructure needs and public safety to workforce development and education. This year, with so much uncertainty surrounding potential cuts to federal funding that could impact vital programs across the commonwealth,...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: July 4-6
With Independence Day falling on a Friday, there’s no reason not to carry the celebration all through the weekend. Here are some events around Westmoreland to keep you in a party mood. Summer Sparklers concert Always a favorite, this annual Westmoreland Symphony Orchestra summer concert returns to Greensburg’s St. Clair...
Destenie Nock: Summer’s triple threat — bills rising, grids straining, help shrinking
In July 2022, a tenant called to say her apartment thermostat read 89 degrees Fahrenheit and her infant had developed a painful heat rash. I drove to the store, bought the only A/C unit still in stock and installed it that same day. But afterward, I kept thinking about the...
Jamie Miller: Magee nurses forming union to be voice for you and your loved ones
I was a scared 17-year-old when I first went to Magee-Womens Hospital for my prenatal care. I had a high-risk pregnancy, and as a teenage mom, I had no idea what to expect. There was never any question about which hospital to go to. Magee is where my family has...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: July 4-6
As we look forward to Independence Day weekend, schedules will be packed with barbecues, fireworks and fun. But in between all of the hot dogs and dips in the pool, take some time to see what’s going on in the city. Here are five events to enhance your three-day weekend....
Section of Old William Penn Highway to close for gas work in Murrysville
A section of Old William Penn Highway in Murrysville will close starting Monday for utility work. Murrysville police advised that Old William Penn, between Route 22 and Sardis Road, will close from July 7-10 for gas line replacement work. The closure will begin at 6 p.m. Monday. Peoples Natural Gas...
‘Back to the Future: The Musical’ brings the blockbuster movie to futuristic life
Forty years ago this very day, a film for the ages opened in theaters. Starring Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd, “Back to the Future” would go on to become the highest grossing film of 1985, earning nearly $400 million worldwide. With an engaging plot and irresistible humor, it’s become...
Bethel Park native thriving in U.S. Navy
Petty Officer 2nd Class Austin Orzechowski, a 2021 graduate of Bethel Park High School, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to USS Tennessee, homeported at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay. Orzechowski said the skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Bethel Park. “I...
Editorial: Let freedom ring
The greatest thing America has ever done is to stand up to tyranny and declare itself to be free. Before our nation was a nation, we sowed the seeds of what we would become. Before we had a representational democratic republic, people acting in our collective interest sat in collaboration....
The Stroller, July 3, 2025: 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. Independence Day celebration planned...
Clayton Kershaw reaches 3,000 career strikeouts, is 20th pitcher to do so in MLB historyVideo
LOS ANGELES — When Clayton Kershaw made his major league debut as a gangly 20-year-old with a devastating curveball, he was considered a one-in-a-million talent. On Wednesday he entered a much smaller club, becoming the 20th pitcher in history to strike out 3,000 batters. The milestone came in the sixth...
Pirates farm report for July 2, 2025: Ronny Simon, Nick Yorke homer to lift Indy to victory
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 47-35) edged Louisville (Reds), 3-2. DH Ronny Simon (.308) hit his third leadoff homer of the season and went 2 for 4 with a walk. 2B Nick Yorke (.280) also homered, a two-run shot for his sixth of the season. 1B Billy Cook (.272) doubled. LF Jack Suwinski...
Pete Grathoff: Brad Pitt opens up about Chiefs fandom
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — If you’re a KC sports fan who believes in karma, I may have an explanation for why things went so spectacularly wrong for the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX. It’s Brad Pitt’s fault. It’s because of what Pitt did to a high-profile Philadelphia Eagles fan ahead...
‘Limited information’ hampered search for absconded suspect later charged in slaying
When Allegheny County officials learned in May that Isreal Moseby had absconded from the unsecured community facility where he had been moved in January, a judge issued a bench warrant for his arrest. Allegheny County Sheriff Kevin Kraus on Wednesday said his office tried to find Moseby — who was...
Penn State great, UFC fighter Bo Nickal makes major career move
Former Penn State wrestler Bo Nickal is making a major career move. Nickal is joining Hulk Hogan’s Real American Freestyle wrestling, it was announced on Wednesday. He is set to compete with Real American Freestyle for the first time on Aug. 30 in Cleveland, Ohio. Bo Nickal joined The Ariel...
Lauren Holubec: Pa. needs to invest in youth workforce development
Pennsylvania is evolving, and our workforce development system needs to adapt to this change. For years, there have been flashing red lights on Pennsylvania’s demographic dashboard. Our population is aging, and retiring workers are not being replaced by new workers quickly enough. It’s leaving employers understaffed. Beyond that, there is...
Pitt men’s basketball to host Providence in exhibition game
Pitt fans missing the old Big East Conference can enjoy a battle with a formal men’s basketball rival this fall. The Panthers will host Providence in an exhibition game to open the season Oct. 19 at Petersen Events Center. Tip-off time is still to be determined. Pitt will make a...
Ukraine looks to jointly produce weapons with allies, while U.S. halts some shipments
KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine is forging ahead with embryonic plans for joint weapons production with some of its international allies, top officials said, while the U.S. announced it was halting some arms shipments promised to help Ukraine fight off Russia. Those plans come at what appears to be a key...
Gallery: Photos from July 2, 2025
Embark on a visual journey around the Western Pennsylvania region with TribLive’s latest collection of captivating images for Wednesday, July 2, 2025. From the rustic landscapes of Western Pa. to diverse corners of the globe, experience the shared moments of humanity....
