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High school scores, summaries and schedules for Jan. 22, 2026
High schools Basketball Boys Thursday’s results Class 6A Section 2 Imani Christian 65, Connellsville 34 Class 2A Section 2 Sewickley Academy 68, Winchester Thurston 23 Class A Section 1 Aquinas Academy 84, Summit Academy 73 Nonsection Blackhawk 66, Beaver County Christian 31 Jefferson-Morgan 61, Waynesburg 44 Propel Montour 67, Redeemer...
High school roundup for Jan. 22, 2026: With Mimi Thiero on bench at finish, Quaker Valley beats OLSH in thriller
Mimi Thiero scored 29 points to lead Quaker Valley to a 37-36 victory over Our Lady of the Sacred Heart in a spirited battle for second place in Section 1-3A girls basketball Thursday night. Thiero scored with just under four minutes left to give the Quakers (11-6, 8-2) the lead...
After 15 days, county medical examiner classifies Renee Good’s death as homicide
More than two weeks after she was shot and killed by a federal immigration agent, the Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s Office ruled the death of Renee Good a homicide. The office released the information on Jan. 22 in a form that was posted to its public data portal. The disclosure...
What’s canceled, rescheduled because of impending snowstorm
Events in the region that are canceled, postponed or rescheduled because of the expected inclement weather this weekend: Send cancellation information to vndnews@triblive.com. Saturday and Sunday •In Fox Chapel, the borough recycling bins for residents will be closed. Sunday • In Indiana, a meeting to discuss the proposed artificial intelligence...
Former Moon, Penn State standout Puff Johnson joins Ohio State after court ruling
Former Penn State star Puff Johnson is back in college basketball, as well as the Big Ten. Johnson has been added to Ohio State’s roster, the Buckeyes recently announced. He was granted a temporary restraining order by a Franklin County Court of Common Pleas this past Friday. He was deemed...
Man flown to hospital following apparent explosion at Delmont apartmentVideo
Ed Smith bolted out of his house in Delmont when he heard a loud explosion, followed shortly by a second blast on Thursday afternoon. “I found a gentleman (lying) in the snow outside the garage with no clothes. Half his clothes were burnt,” Smith said. “The second explosion blew the...
1 injured in Fawn rollover crash
Police are investigating after a rollover crash in Fawn early Thursday sent one person to the hospital. Emergency crews responded at 11:40 a.m. to a section of Route 908, according to Allegheny County dispatchers. Police Chief Tim Mayberry said the driver was taken to Allegheny Valley Hospital. Their condition was...
Photos from around the world to our backyard
From the rolling hills of Western Pennsylvania to far-flung corners of the globe, TribLive’s gallery captures the world in motion — one frame at a time. Shot by photographers near and far, these images tell stories of place, connection and the quiet beauty of everyday life. More than a look...
Letter to the editor: Can Steelers follow River Hounds’ example?
Boo hoo, Steeler Nation. Was a big fan at one time. Huge Pirates fan also. Year after year, lackluster seasons filled with disappointment. Steeler Nation is more like a third-world country. Riverhounds won their championship. Maybe the others will follow their example next season. I won’t hold my breath. Mike...
RFK Jr. talks new food pyramid, avoids controversial vaccine changes in Harrisburg visit
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visited Harrisburg on Wednesday, giving an address that roped Pennsylvania’s agricultural prowess into his “Make America Healthy Again” agenda, particularly the recent revision of federal dietary guidelines. But the most enthusiastic supporters weren’t exactly there to hear about the new food pyramid. Although not a perfect...
Carnegie Carnegie to host Civil War symposium
On April 17 and 18, the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall will host its annual Civil War symposium. In its seventh year, the symposium has grown from a local half-day event to attracting more than 200 attendees from across the nation who traveled to Carnegie for the 2025...
Letter to the editor: Who’s behind autocratic ideas?
Where are these autocratic ideas coming from? Better yet, who is pushing these ideas? President Trump leans toward being a “global dominator” with his administration’s policies. It’s interesting as to who is behind the scenes. I doubt that these ideas are coming from Trump. I don’t believe he understands the...
The Stroller, Jan. 22, 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. Leechburg Elks to host...
Westmoreland happenings: Soup sale, comedy night, preschool expo
Fundraisers • A night of comedy to benefit Sardis Volunteer Fire Department will be Jan. 31 at the fire company social hall, 5205 Rocky Hill Lane, Murrysville. Doors open at 5 p.m. Performers will include headliner Larry XL and Trey McDonough. Admission: $25, includes beer. BYOB. Must be 21. Food...
Editorial: Inmate transport carries costs, no matter who does it
The Westmoreland County sheriff is asking a judge to rescind a 2006 court order that requires sheriff’s deputies to transport county inmates to and from magisterial district courts, claiming it could save taxpayers more than $250,000 a year in overtime. Sheriff James Albert is not wrong in saying Westmoreland relies...
Letter to the editor: Rail merger will negatively impact Western Pa.
The freight rail system is critical to Western Pennsylvania’s economy. It supports farms, factories and businesses that all depend on timely deliveries and competitive rates to thrive. I know, because I spent much of my career as a supply chain manager for a major glass manufacturer in the Pittsburgh area....
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Jan. 21, 2026
High schools Basketball Boys Wednesday’s results Class 4A Section 1 North Catholic 71, Burrell 45 Class 3A Section 1 Beaver Falls 72, Freedom 62 Class 2A Section 2 Northgate 66, Leechburg 52 Sewickley Academy 92, Brentwood 30 Nonsection Apollo-Ridge at Springdale, ppd. Avella 67, Mapletown 23 Baldwin at Uniontown, ppd....
High school wrestling roundup for Jan. 21, 2026: Moon tops West Allegheny in section title showdown
Tristan Esken (107), Maximus Gould (160), Michael Olszewski (189) and Khalil Razipour (215) recorded pins as Moon defeated West Allegheny, 42-25, to win the Section 1-3A boys wrestling title Wednesday. Zachary Regotti (145) won by tech fall, Hayden Seynour (121) by major decision and Cael Yanek (133) by decision for...
High school basketball roundup for Jan. 21, 2026: Penn-Trafford knocks off Thomas Jefferson
Zach Feldman dropped 17 points to lead Penn-Trafford to a 57-43 nonsection boys basketball victory over Thomas Jefferson on Wednesday, ending a seven-game winning streak for the Jaguars. Jacob Briggs added 11 points for the Warriors (7-9). Justin Fry scored 17, Nick Trklja added 11 and Kane Eggerton finished with...
Police: $30K harp stolen from Bethel Park home, taken to Point State Park before man jumped in river
A full-sized harp that a man lugged to Pittsburgh’s Point State Park on Wednesday afternoon — before disrobing and jumping into the freezing river — had been stolen, police said Thursday. The harp, which is worth about $30,000, was stolen from a Bethel Park home, Pittsburgh police spokeswoman Cara Cruz...
Former special counsel Jack Smith set to testify at House panel
WASHINGTON — John L. “Jack” Smith is set to testify before the House Judiciary Committee on Thursday, a high-profile appearance that will allow him and Republicans to present starkly different takeaways about the former special counsel’s criminal investigations of President Donald Trump. For Smith, the hearing will offer a platform...
Photos from around the world to our backyard
From the rolling hills of Western Pennsylvania to far-flung corners of the globe, TribLive’s gallery captures the world in motion — one frame at a time. Shot by photographers near and far, these images tell stories of place, connection and the quiet beauty of everyday life. More than a look...
Hugo Balta: Washington loves blaming Latin America for drugs — while ignoring the American appetite that fuels the trade
For decades, the United States has perfected a familiar political ritual: condemn Latin American governments for the flow of narcotics northward, demand crackdowns and frame the crisis as something done to America rather than something America helps create. It is a narrative that travels well in press conferences and campaign...
‘Sad to see’: Ruthie’s Diner in Ligonier Township destroyed by blazeVideo
Rob Iscrupe saw no signs of smoke at 6 p.m. Tuesday when he clocked out from his shift as a dishwasher at Ruthie’s Diner. By Wednesday morning, he was surveying the icy mass of charred wood that remained where the longtime Ligonier Township landmark once stood. The building was destroyed...
In brief: Book sale, historical society open house and more in Sewickley area
Book sale The Friends of the Sewickley Public Library invite the community to shop their popular Book Sale, featuring great prices on gently used books, movies, music and more. The sale will take place over three days at the Sewickley Public Library. Book Sale Hours: • Feb. 6: 9 a.m.–4:30...
