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Pittsburgh police use pepper spray to break up melee after basketball game at Obama Academy
Pittsburgh police used pepper spray to break up a melee outside of Obama Academy in East Liberty involving about 40 to 50 juveniles. Police responded to the scene at 8:40 p.m. Friday after a basketball game. Pittsburgh Public School police requested the assistance of city police after a crowd of...
Philip Martell: The significance of Greenland
In American life, Greenland feels distant, an icy expanse far removed from daily routines in Pennsylvania or elsewhere in the continental United States. But in national security terms, Greenland is anything but remote. It sits on the front line of America’s homeland defense, and how the United States approaches Greenland...
Macy’s Westmoreland survives latest cuts
Macy’s at the Westmoreland Mall in Hempfield survived the latest round of store reductions announced this week, but its Pittsburgh Mills location in northern Allegheny County was not so fortunate. The store at the struggling Pittsburgh Mills mall in Frazer is among 150 locations the New York City-based company plans...
Sheldon Jacobson: Football teams that squander great start are the exception, not the rule
The NFL playoff picture has been set. Fourteen teams are preparing to battle for a spot in Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara on Feb. 8. Then there are 18 teams that will have an early off-season, each hoping that this year could have been different. One tipped pass, one...
The Clarks release new EP to ride the wave of ‘The Pitt’ song inclusionVideo
When viewers turned on the season two premiere of HBO Max hit series “The Pitt” on Thursday, the first thing they heard was the dramatic percussion intro of The Clarks’ “Better Off Without You.” The inclusion of the Pittsburgh music-scene titans was an effort by producers to add local flavor...
Historic Boggs Mansion Bed & Breakfast on Pittsburgh’s North Side has rich history
An overnight stay in 2023 at the Boggs Mansion Bed & Breakfast on Pittsburgh’s North Side turned into a business venture for Evan and Bethany Addams. “We stayed here just as a little getaway, even though we live close,” said Evan Addams, of Ben Avon. “The views are stunning. We...
Voodoo Brewery closes Erie location after 10 years
Voodoo Brewery is bidding adieu to Erie, Pennsylvania. The national beer brewer, which was founded in 2005 in Meadville, announced in a post on its website that it is closing its location in downtown Erie, which has been in operation for a decade. “Erie, this one hurts,” the post read....
Car goes over hillside, into Kotecki Memorial Park in Lower Burrell
A pickup truck went off Wildlife Lodge Road in Lower Burrell on Thursday night, going over a hillside and landing in the dog park area at K-9 Officer Derek Kotecki Memorial Park. At around 11:10 p.m., Lower Burrell first responders were dispatched to Wildlife Lodge Road for the crash, said...
Andreas Kluth: Trump is tying his legacy to whatever happens in Venezuela
Possibly, just possibly, Donald Trump just scored a foreign-policy success that could define his legacy. By striking Venezuela and whisking away Nicolás Maduro (along with Maduro’s wife), the president removed a patently illegitimate dictator and, in theory, opened the door for a wretched nation to return to democracy and stability....
Pittsburgh eateries go big for 2026 Winter Restaurant Week
Adventurous eaters and foodies of all ages have an opportunity to try new dishes and old favorites from dining establishments during 2026 Winter Pittsburgh Restaurant Week. With discounted menus and new flavors, some of the region’s best eateries are pulling out all the stops for this weeklong event. Running from...
Macy’s to shut down Pittsburgh Mills store in Frazer
Macy’s plans to close its Pittsburgh Mills store in 2026. According to a Macy’s spokesperson, the store in the increasingly vacant Frazer mall is among 150 locations the New York City-based company announced it plans to shutter through this year as part of its A Bold New Chapter strategy. “After...
Letter to the editor: Nuclear is the answer
Regarding the letter “We must focus on renewable energy sources” (Dec. 29, TribLive): You’re right — climate change is a massive threat, risking water shortages, food crises and global tensions. That’s exactly why nuclear is the slam-dunk solution you’re overlooking. Worried about “enormous” environmental risks and water contamination? Nuclear’s lifecycle...
Laurels & lances: Showing up & holding out
Laurel: To a good trend. Scott Township is expanding its police department with a new hire. This one will not be a police officer. It will be a social worker. The department looks to add the employee by summer. The goal is a full-time position to augment response to cases...
The Stroller, Jan. 9, 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. Seed library available at...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from Jan. 1-7, 2026
Here is a weekly look at recent images captured throughout the Alle-Kiski Valley. From major news events to routine gatherings, TribLive’s “Scenes from the Valley” photo package brings to life activities and moments happening in your backyard. To have a photo considered as a “Scenes from the Valley” candidate, please...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend; Jan. 9-11
Shake off the post-holiday blues this weekend with some rest, relaxation and fun. Here are a few events to get you going around Westmoreland County. Twelfth Night Celebration If you aren’t ready to let go of the holidays just yet, join Fort Ligonier for this Twelfth Night celebration on Saturday....
Letter to the editor: Thank a law enforcement officer today
Law enforcement officers are often seen only through the lens of the uniform they wear. Before the badge is pinned on and the shift begins, they’re people just like everyone else. They wake up early, tie their shoes and drink coffee before heading out the door. The difference is that...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Jan. 8, 2026
High schools Basketball Boys Thursday’s results Class 5A Section 1 Gateway 53, Penn-Trafford 48 Class 3A Section 3 South Park 53, South Allegheny 52 (2OT) Class 2A Section 3 Beth-Center 78, Burgettstown 39 Class A Section 1 Summit Academy at Beaver County Christian, (n) Friday’s schedule Class 6A Section 1...
High school roundup for Jan. 8, 2026: Neshannock girls dominate battle for 1st place
Jaidon Nogay, Payton Newman and Maddie Arrow scored 16 points apiece to lead Neshannock to an 89-35 victory over Rochester in a matchup of the top two teams in the Section 1-2A girls basketball standings Thursday night. Sophia Bonner chipped in 12 for the Lancers (9-3, 4-0). Kamryn Newman scored...
Known for viral interception, former Robert Morris CB Rob Carter Jr. signs with ColtsVideo
Rob Carter Jr., a former Robert Morris cornerback who made national headlines with a highlight-reel interception, signed a reserve/future contract with the Indianapolis Colts on Thursday. Carter Jr. played two seasons at Robert Morris and became a cult figure on campus after a clip of his interception went viral on...
Robert Morris assistant coach recognized by Silver Waves Media
Robert Morris’ Kim Lewis was included among the selections for the seventh annual Silver Waves Most Impactful Mid Major Assistants men’s coaches list. Established in 2020, Silver Waves Media focuses on aiding professionals and athletes advance their careers to the next stage. More than 40 previous Silver Waves Media honorees...
Always local, always here: TribLive’s enduring commitment to Pittsburgh news
This is a difficult week for journalism in Pittsburgh. Our thoughts are with our colleagues at the Post-Gazette — talented journalists and dedicated staff who have served this city with distinction for generations. We recognize the profound legacy of their work and the impact they have had on the fabric...
John S. Brenner: A call for civility
As we mark the fifth anniversary of the insurrection that took place Jan. 6, 2021, let us pause and reflect, not just on the unnecessary events which unfolded and included the worst kind of political violence, but also ask ourselves how we’ve grown from it. Our civil discourse has become...
No arrests yet in Greenfield shooting, abduction
Allegheny County Police confirmed that a man shot in Pittsburgh’s Greenfield neighborhood on Wednesday night was the victim of a kidnapping earlier that evening. But police say the kidnapping did not happen in Plum, as originally reported. Instead, police say, preliminary information shows the victim traveled to an undisclosed location...
Penn State is following Indiana’s rebuild blueprint. Will it work?
Penn State played for a spot in the national championship this time last year — 364 days ago to be exact. Now, the Nittany Lions have a new head coach with a new staff who, hour by hour, are building a new roster via the transfer portal. That’s how quickly...
