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High school roundup for April 27, 2026: Avonworth walks off South Park on Cooper Scharding homer
Cooper Scharding hit a two-run walk off home run in the eighth inning to lead Avonworth to a 7-5 comeback win over South Park in a matchup of the top two teams in Section 2-3A baseball Monday. Carson Franc went 3 for 4 with a double and two RBIs and...
ICE arrests of Cubans skyrocket under Trump as green cards plummet, study finds
MIAMI — Immigration arrests of Cubans living in the United States have skyrocketed even as green-card approvals have plummeted under President Donald Trump’s immigration policies, according to a recently released analysis from a libertarian Washington think tank. A Cato Institute report published last week found that overall the Trump administration...
Kiski School’s Levi Porter commits to Appalachian State
Kiski School linebacker Levi Porter committed to Appalachian State on Sunday, choosing the Mountaineers from among 14 Division I offers. I’m Committed to Appalachian State!!! Thank you to my coaches and family who helped me get me to this point! @CoachDjSmith @Dowell_Loggains @kiskiprepfb @CoachSmetanka @TerronColson @braydenboggs @RobPort39746293 @KTP8306 pic.twitter.com/t33orleKbQ— Levi...
Ending the death penalty gains support from both parties in Pa. House
A Pennsylvania House committee on Monday passed a pair of bills that would abolish capital punishment in the commonwealth, potentially ending decades of limbo in which death sentences have been handed down but not carried out. Both bills passed the House Judiciary Committee on party-line votes, with the Democratic majority...
Trumps call for ABC to fire Jimmy Kimmel — again — after morbid joke about first lady
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump both called for ABC to fire Jimmy Kimmel on Monday after a joke last week in which the late-night comic described the first lady as having “the glow of an expectant widow.” The remark about the president’s wife was part of a...
Atom Ariola: We need to stop confusing diplomacy with making ‘deals’
Something strange has happened to the language of politics. Everything is now a “deal.” Not a framework, not an accord, not a negotiated architecture — just a deal. The word appears everywhere, from headlines to cable news chyrons, as if it were the most natural way to describe diplomacy. But...
Police: Man on probation for 2024 New Ken gun store burglary arrested for fleeing traffic stop
One of two men convicted of burglarizing a New Kensington gun store in 2024 has been arrested again. Arnold police arrested Steyn Sarduy, 20, of Springdale after he fled from a traffic stop April 19, police Chief Rob Haus said. Sarduy took a plea deal in December 2024 for his...
Gallery: Around the world or close to home, the world in focus on April 27, 2026
Take a closer look at the moments that defined this story. These images capture the energy, emotion, and details you might have missed. TribLive’s gallery brings stories to life — moments of connection, place and the quiet beauty of everyday life....
Jay W. Richards: Why universal basic income is still a bad idea
Elon Musk recently posted a pronouncement on X: “Universal HIGH INCOME via checks issued by the Federal government is the best way to deal with unemployment caused by AI.” Andrew Yang cheered. Sam Altman concurred. Their message: AI is coming for your job, and only the government can save you....
Duquesne’s Lindsay Kivlan captures national open tumbling titleVideo
Duquesne made its first appearance at the National Collegiate Acrobatics & Tumbling Association national championships over the weekend, and left quite an impression on the competition. Mars native Lindsay Kivlan helped put the second-year Dukes program on the map by winning the national championship in open tumbling Sunday at Azusa...
Letter to the editor: Energy companies’ responsibilities
The article “Limits on commercial water use at Beaver Run Reservoir sought by environmental group” (April 16, TribLive) regarding water withdrawals by energy companies from Beaver Run Reservoir suggests that these companies are not subject to the same limitations as other users. This simply is not the case. Pennsylvania’s natural...
Editorial: The Supreme Court’s spring reckoning
As a new round of opinions begins to arrive in the coming weeks, the U.S. Supreme Court enters its most consequential season. From April through June, the justices release decisions that do more than resolve legal disputes; they shape the country’s direction. Alexander Hamilton once called the court the “least...
The Stroller, April 27, 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. May 9 luncheon to...
At the library: Here are some upcoming events at Cooper-Siegel and Sharpsburg community
The Cooper-Siegel Community Library and its Sharpsburg branch offer a variety of programming for visitors of all ages. To view a complete list of offerings, visit coopersiegel.librarycalendar.com. Events at both libraries are listed and can be viewed according to age group and location. Registration is required for most programs as...
Letter to the editor: Health care is a right, not a privilege
It is not only disappointing, but shocking, that Stacy Garrity, a Republican candidate for Pennsylvania governor, believes that ending the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits was “the right thing to do.” The preamble to the U.S. Constitution includes the responsibility to “promote the general welfare.” Health care is fundamental...
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of April 27
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of April 27....
Editorial cartoons for the week of April 27
Editorial cartoons for the week of April 27....
In brief: Happenings across the Fox Chapel area
To have your news or event listed in our briefs section, email editor Marje Horvath at mhorvath@triblive.com. Swing for a Cause to benefit local pancreatic cancer foundation The Wayne Fusaro Pancreatic Cancer Foundation will present its Swing for a Cause fundraiser from 1 to 5 p.m. May 9 at Swing...
NBA playoffs roundup: Pritchard leads Celtics past 76ers in Embiid’s return
Payton Pritchard made six of Boston’s 24 3-pointers and scored 32 points and Jayson Tatum had 30 points and 11 assists to help the Boston Celtics spoil Joel Embiid’s return from an appendectomy and beat the Philadelphia 76ers 128-96 on Sunday night for a 3-1 lead in their first-round playoff...
Pirates farm report for April 26, 2026: Khristian Curtis’ 10 strikeouts help Curve to victory
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple A, 10-17) dropped the series finale to St. Paul (Twins), 3-1. 3B Enmanuel Valdez (.275) homered in the ninth inning for the Indians’ run. 2B Termarr Johnson (.162) was 0 for 1 with a walk. CF Mitch Jebb (.375) was 0 for 4 with a strikeout. DH Davis...
High school sports schedule for April 27, 2026
High schools Baseball Monday’s schedule Class 6A Section 1 Butler at Seneca Valley, 4 p.m. North Allegheny at North Hills, 7:30 p.m. Section 2 Hempfield at Woodland Hills, 4 p.m. Mt. Lebanon at Norwin, 4 p.m. Class 5A Section 1 Franklin Regional at Plum, 4 p.m. Kiski Area at Penn-Trafford,...
Korda wins Chevron Championship for 3rd major
HOUSTON (AP) — Nelly Korda is back to No. 1 in the world and looks every bit the part. Korda was so untouchable at The Chevron Championship that no one got closer than four shots of her the entire weekend. She played her last 29 holes at Memorial Park in...
Dramatic Zurich Classic win by the Fitzpatricks puts Alex on PGA Tour
AVONDALE, La. — It was a fantastic finish for the Fitzpatrick family — a mother and father beaming along the 18th green at the TPC Louisiana as their sons celebrated a PGA Tour triumph together. Matt Fitzpatrick and younger brother Alex combined for a 1-under 71 in alternate-shot play Sunday...
Analysis: Early look at Penn State’s 2027 NFL Draft possibilities
Time for an early sneak peek at what Penn State’s 2027 NFL draft class could look like. Keep in mind I have yet to see many of these Nittany Lions transfers play live. But I do have a pretty good feel for the PSU returnees. It’s doubtful all the players...
AP source: Wolves’ Edwards likely out weeks
The left knee of Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards remained structurally intact when he was injured during Game 4 of his team’s Western Conference first-round playoff series, but he is likely to miss multiple weeks, a person with knowledge of the situation said Sunday. Edwards has a bone bruise and...
