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2 dead, 320K without power after storms slam regionVideo
Two people were killed Tuesday evening after a fast-moving line of storms downed trees and wires, causing power outages throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania. Just after 7 p.m., Pittsburgh emergency crews responded to reports of a man electrocuted by live wires in the 1000 block of St. Martin Street in the city’s...
World’s largest rubber duck to return to Western Pa. this summer
Back in September 2013, an unusual sight settled on the shores of the Allegheny River in Pittsburgh: a several-story- tall rubber duck, brought to Pittsburgh for a three-week engagement during the Pittsburgh Festival of Firsts. It drew thousands of visitors and was the talk of the town that autumn. But now,...
Kadida Kenner: State government can secure our access to the ballot
The federal SAVE Act would impose barriers to voting that could effectively disenfranchise millions, particularly married women, and disproportionately Black and brown people across the country. The anti-voter bill, teetering on a poll tax, has already passed in the U.S. House. Now we await the U.S. Senate’s vote to determine...
Calls to Western Pa. vets ‘off the charts’ as pet owners reel from cremation fraud case
The phones at K Vet Animal Care in Hempfield rang almost constantly Tuesday as concerned pet owners wondered whether they actually have the ashed of their former companions. “Our phones and emails have been pinging off the charts since the news broke,” practice manager Beth Zaccari said. “Our team is...
‘Selfish actions’: Drag-racing driver who killed Serra Catholic student in crash pleads guilty to murder
For nearly two hours, Nenita Kalkbrenner alternated between sobbing in the courtroom and fiercely hugging each witness who spoke on behalf of her daughter Samantha— killed on the way to school by a drag-racing driver. Wearing a turquoise T-shirt emblazoned with the face of the 15-year-old girl and the words...
Andy Warhol print probably discarded by accident in the Netherlands
One fewer of Pittsburgh-born pop artist Andy Warhol’s works is accounted for after a Dutch town hall admitted to probably throwing it out. The 1980s silkscreen print of then-reigning Queen Beatrix is one of 46 artworks misplaced by Maashorst municipality, according to the BBC. It seems the paintings were improperly...
Penn State’s 2026 NFL draft class could be the largest of the James Franklin era
Penn State was well-represented early in the 2025 NFL Draft with edge rusher Abdul Carter and tight end Tyler Warren going in the first 14 picks. But it was not a particularly large Penn State draft, checking in at just five players. It could have been considerably larger. However, Penn...
Jonathan Levin: What the tomato teaches us about free trade
Most tomatoes from Mexico will face a 21% tariff effective July 14, the U.S. Department of Commerce said recently. Ironically, the “love apple” may be the perfect illustration of how trade contributes to economic prosperity — and of the folly of President Donald Trump’s protectionist policies. First and foremost, the...
Social Security to roll out new digital card feature
The Social Security Administration is making a major upgrade to its online services. People who access their benefits via their My Social Security account will now have one less thing to carry around with them, as the administration is rolling out a new, digital Social Security Number (SSN) feature. In...
Gallery: Photos from April 29, 2025
Embark on a visual journey around the Western Pennsylvania region with TribLive’s latest collection of captivating images for Tuesday, April 29, 2025. From the rustic landscapes of Western Pa. to diverse corners of the globe, experience the shared moments of humanity....
Letter to the editor: Coverage of anti-Trump protests lacking
It is perplexing that the April 6 edition of the Tribune-Review gave an inordinate amount of coverage to several President Trump supporters hanging out in a barbershop, when comparative coverage of an anti-Trump protest by some 600 people at the Westmoreland County Courthouse was given almost 50% less space. Further,...
Fox Chapel Area student achievements for the week of April 29, 2025
Several Fox Chapel Area High School and Dorseyville Middle School students placed at the 2025 Future Business Leaders of America State Leadership Conference. Senior Gabriella Hample; junior Mikayla Feder; sophomores Aiden Drucker, Noelle Fouron and Ainsley Goode; and eighth-graders Dyutit Patro and Anaia Shehzad won first places. Junior Michael Costello...
Letter to the editor: Sheridan for Franklin Regional school board
As a 2020 graduate of the Franklin Regional School District, I am writing to endorse Amy Sheridan for a seat on the school board. During my time at Franklin Regional, I participated in many extracurricular activities that were made possible by the parents who supported them. One of those parents...
Letter to the editor: Allegheny County Council should pass air permit fee hike
We know that Pittsburgh and Allegheny County suffer from pollution. Air quality — especially in the Mon Valley — is among the worst in the nation. That’s largely due to industrial facilities like U.S. Steel, which frequently violates air quality standards. The Allegheny County Health Department is the government agency...
Editorial: What can Pittsburgh learn from Green Bay and the NFL Draft?
Hosting a large sporting event can be a shiny brass ring that cities are eager to grasp. Sometimes it’s scored by merit. If your baseball team makes it to October, your city could be home to the World Series. Check off opponents along the way, and the puck could drop...
The Stroller, April 29, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Letter to the editor: Law and disorder
We live in a land of laws and disorder. A land where the rich and powerful answer to a different code of laws. One needs to look no further than the broad pardon powers of the president of the United States. Article II, Section 2, Clause 1 establishes the president’s...
Letter to the editor: Republican women guided truth and common sense
Way back in the ’70s, Morris Albert had a hit song titled “Feelings.” It’s the background music that plays in my brain as I read some of the letters to the editor. I play a little game called Name the Gender of the Writer Without Looking. And I’ve become quite...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for April 28, 2025
High schools Baseball Monday’s schedule Class 6A Section 1 North Hills 7, North Allegheny 3 Seneca Valley 7, Butler 1 Section 2 Norwin 5, Mt. Lebanon 1 Hempfield 15, Woodland Hills 0 Class 5A Section 1 Latrobe 9, Armstrong 4 Penn-Trafford 11, Kiski Area 4 Plum 12, Franklin Regional 5...
High school roundup for April 28, 2025: Baldwin drops Montour in battle of playoff teams
Matt Nowicki had two hits and three RBIs to lead Baldwin to a 7-2 victory over Montour in a matchup of playoff teams in Section 4-5A baseball Monday. Ethan Hebling doubled and drove in a run and Hudson McKain had two hits and two RBIs for the Highlanders (8-5, 7-2)....
Prosecutors bite back over motion seeking to dismiss Luigi Mangione’s Pa. charges
Prosecutors are telling a judge not to bother dropping some of the charges related to a Pennsylvania state case against Luigi Mangione. Mangione, 26, is accused of killing UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson outside a New York City hotel last December. The filing, submitted by the Blair County District Attorney’s Office,...
Trump targets sanctuary cities, states with executive order
The Trump administration escalated its showdown with Democratic-led states and cities over immigration enforcement on Monday, announcing that the president will sign executive orders that will “unleash America’s law enforcement to pursue criminals” and direct federal agencies to publish a list of “sanctuary cities” that do not cooperate with immigration...
Trump China tariffs set to unleash supply shock on U.S. economy
President Donald Trump’s tariff onslaught has roiled Washington and Wall Street for nearly a month. If the trade war persists, the next upheaval will hit much closer to home. Since the U.S. raised levies on China to 145% in early April, cargo shipments have plummeted, perhaps by as much as...
Team Penske turmoil at Talladega brings out defense of Cindric from ex Braves slugger Chipper JonesVideo
TALLADEGA, Ala. — If there’s beef between teammates Austin Cindric and Joey Logano — and none other than Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Chipper Jones is convinced there is — then Team Penske has some work to do to smooth things over. At the end of the second stage...
At the library: Here are some upcoming programs at Northland Public Library
PSO musicians to perform at library Northland Public Library is hosting musicians from the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra from 1 to 2 p.m. May 17. The performance for all ages is part of the Musicians of the PSO Day of Music which strives to bring music into communities throughout the Pittsburgh...
