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Woman injured in Sen. John Fetterman crash has hired a lawyer, says she has ‘real injuries’
The Virginia woman whose vehicle was rear-ended by Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman in Maryland in June still is reportedly recuperating from the car crash that also sent Fetterman and his wife, Gisele, to the hospital. In a statement through her lawyer, Jennifer Campbell, 62, said she “seeks to maintain her...
Gary Franks: Is it 1968 all over again, and will the results be the same?
Democrats think this election is about “joy” and “hope.” Wrong. It is about “peace and prosperity.” Democrats avoid talking about either because they have failed to deliver on both. We are financing two wars, and I will be discussing the economy. Will 2024 mirror 1968? It is on track to...
At least 5 Secret Service agents placed on modified duty after Trump assassination attempt
At least five Secret Service agents have been placed on modified duty after the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump in July, a law enforcement official told the Associated Press. They include the special agent in charge of the Pittsburgh field office and three other agents assigned to that...
Former MMA fighter Ronda Rousey apologizes for posting Sandy Hook conspiracy online 11 years ago
Former MMA fighter and professional wrestler Ronda Rousey issued an online apology, which she admits is “11 years too late,” for reposting a conspiracy video about the deadly 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School mass shooting on social media. Rousey, an Olympic bronze medalist in judo, said reposting the video was...
Oklahoma revokes license of teacher who gave class QR code to Brooklyn library in book-ban protest
Oklahoma’s education board has revoked the license of a former teacher who drew national attention during surging book-ban efforts across the U.S. in 2022 when she covered part of her classroom bookshelf in red tape with the words “Books the state didn’t want you to read.” The decision Thursday went...
Letter to the editor: Trump is a real leader who cares
I wanted to reply to the letter “Doesn’t Trump care, or does he think we’re stupid?” (Aug. 13, TribLive), but I found I couldn’t because he didn’t give any specifics about what had upset him. But I can reply to the tone of it. I believe Donald Trump does care,...
Casey slams ‘greedflation’ at DNC, touts Harris’ consumer advocacy
U.S. Sen. Bob Casey briefly spoke at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday to deride corporate-fueled “greedflation” and tout Vice President Kamala Harris’ work to help consumers. Casey’s 2-minute-long address came during the lead-up to the primetime slots that will culminate in Harris officially accepting the party’s presidential nomination. Although...
Shabbat services, fall feast and more at Sewickley Area houses of worship
Antioch Baptist Church 332 Elizabeth St., Sewickley. 412-741-7688. antiochfwbaptistsewickley.org. Morning worship and praise service is at 10:45 a.m. First Sunday Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. First Friday virtual bible study is at 6:30 p.m. A link is available on the website. Beth Samuel Jewish Center 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge....
Lionsgate pulls Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘Megalopolis’ trailer after controversyVideo
Lionsgate released a trailer for Francis Ford Coppola’s ” Megalopolis,” earlier this week which gave viewers the first official look at the science fiction drama starring Adam Driver. The film — which was aimed to be poised as a work of art that would be long remembered, much like Coppola’s...
Take the TribLive weekly news quiz: Aug. 23
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Letter to the editor: Walz on weapons
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz adversely commented on the ownership of the AR-15 rifle by civilians, describing the AR-15 as a weapon of war. While the AR-15 resembles the U.S. service rifle, the M16, the AR-15 is a semiautomatic rifle, a type of arm first manufactured and sold in this country...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Aug. 23-25
There’s a great crop of events happening all over Pittsburgh this weekend. From pretty performances to delicious food to maybe something a little weird, it’s a great time to try something fun or a little out there. Here are some ideas. Pittsburgh Ballet Under the Stars Hartwood Acres Middle Road...
Alle-Kiski High School Reunion News — Aug. 23, 2024
Freeport High School Class of 1955 will get together at 1 p.m. Sept. 25 at River Forest Country Club, 130 Club House Drive, Allegheny Township. Classmates and spouses welcome. • Ken High Class of 1958 will have a reunion Sept. 19 at Hill Crest Country Club, Lower Burrell. Classmates who...
The Stroller, Aug. 23, 2024: 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. Band Blast concert to raise money for NK Memorial Park New...
Laurels & lances: Police and pests
Laurel: To obvious opportunities. Irwin police Chief Dan Wensel wants his borough leaders to authorize the department to join the Westmoreland County SWAT team. The group assembles members from eight other departments: Allegheny Township, Greensburg, Lower Burrell, Murrysville, New Kensington, North Huntingdon, Vandergrift and Washington Township. There are 25 operators,...
Letter to the editor: Trump is stale, Harris is vibrant
In 2016, Donald Trump became a vibrant alternative to traditional politicians and won the presidential election. In 2024, he has become stale bread and an old Elvis. He should rename his plane “Whiner One” because it seems that’s all he does. From what I’ve seen, his crowds have dwindled. His...
5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: Aug. 23-25
It’s a packed weekend in Westmoreland County with a little bit of something for everyone. From bands to banana splits, butterflies to Broadway, every member of your family has something to get excited about. Banana split celebration The banana split was invented in Latrobe, and after 120 years it is...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Aug. 22, 2024
High schools Football Friday’s schedule Nonconference Albert Gallatin at Greensburg Salem, 7 p.m. Allderdice at Fox Chapel, 7 p.m. Apollo-Ridge at Leechburg, 7 p.m. Armstrong at Highlands, 7 p.m. Avella at Mapletown, 7 p.m. Avonworth at Burrell, 7:30 p.m. Beaver Falls at Blackhawk, 7 p.m. Bentworth vs. Brownsville at Charleroi,...
Billions of crabs suddenly died in ocean around Alaska. Things may get worse
The plummeting population of snow crabs off of Alaska’s shores shocked fishermen and scientists alike in 2022. Now, scientists believe they have more evidence for a bleak explanation about the species dying by the billions. CNN reports that the latest studies reveal climate change led to the crabs massive death...
Pirates farm report for Aug. 22, 2024: Liover Peguero homers twice in Indy win
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 58-61) beat Columbus (Guardians), 9-8, in 10 innings. SS Liover Peguero (.251) went 3 for 5 with a pair of homers, his 10th and 11th, and a double. 2B Nick Gonzales (.354) went 1 for 4 and also homered. 1B Jake Lamb (.268) went 2 for 5 and...
Penn State features bevy of options across offensive line
Vega Ioane is one of the best eight or nine, and likely one of the top six. On the topic of Penn State offensive linemen, James Franklin and position coach Phil Trautwein could deploy at least eight players — nine if you include prized true freshman Cooper Cousins — early...
‘I’m blessed’: Indiana man who lost eye in Parkway West shooting tells his tale
Bob Long thought he’d been in a car crash. While merging onto Interstate 376 from Route 51 in Pittsburgh last month, Long suddenly felt blood pouring down his face into his mouth — so much that he had to spit it out just to breathe. The 61-year-old grandfather of five...
Second trial opens for man charged in Wilkinsburg ‘execution’
As the rest of his family watched a Thursday night Steelers game in November 2019, Raymond Jackson was upstairs, caring for his 11-month-old granddaughter. Suddenly, around 10:20 p.m., two gunmen burst into the Wilkinsburg home. One of them kicked down the bedroom door upstairs and found Jackson inside, holding the...
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro says Donald Trump is ‘obsessed’ with him after his ‘antisemitic’ Truth Social rantVideo
CHICAGO — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on Thursday said former President Donald Trump was “obsessed” with him and accused him of promoting “antisemitic tropes,” following the former president’s late-night social media attack on Shapiro. After Shapiro’s speech Wednesday night at the Democratic National Convention, Trump called him a “highly overrated...
Making memories: Hampton students embark on new school year
Think back to those opening days of each new school year. Maybe you remember starting kindergarten or first grade, excited about riding a big yellow bus and walking into a big brick building. Perhaps you recall the anticipation of greeting classmates you hadn’t seen since spring, trying to finally work...
