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Pirates farm report for July 13, 2024: Henry Davis homers in Indianapolis loss
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 39-49) dropped a 4-3 decision to Columbus (Guardians). DH Henry Davis (.291) hit a solo home run, his eighth of the season. C Jason Delay (.256) was 3 for 4 with an RBI. 3B Malcom Nunez (.253) was 1 for 4 with an RBI double. 2B Liover Peguero...
Officials react to the violence at the Trump rally in Butler County
Here’s a sampling of the reaction on the social media platform X in the aftermath of the shooting at the Trump rally in Butler County Saturday: I have been briefed on the shooting at Donald Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania. I’m grateful to hear that he’s safe and doing well. I’m...
Trump survives assassination attempt in Butler; 2 dead, including suspected shooter from Bethel ParkVideo
A gunman shot at former President Donald Trump on Saturday evening at the Butler Farm Show grounds, killing one spectator and critically injuring two others before being killed, according to the Secret Service. The former president, who later said on social media that a bullet pierced the upper part of...
Jennie Sweet-Cushman: Worried about saving democracy? Staying the course isn’t the answer.
What do The New York Times Editorial Board, George Clooney and (as of last count) 10 congressional Democrats, two out of three Democrats, and famed political strategist James Carville have in common with a professor of political science (namely, me)? We all have such grave concerns about President Joe Biden’s...
Man who blocked Harrisburg restaurant during GOP fundraiser ordered to pay fine
A Dauphin County jury on Wednesday convicted a Butler County man for unlawfully blocking the entrance to a restaurant hosting a state senator’s fundraiser last year. Michael Bagdes-Canning, 70, who was convicted of obstruction of highways and disorderly conduct, will pay a $200 fine and serve 90 days of unsupervised...
Counterpoint: The economy, threats to democracy are top issues
Recent polls show that the economy is still chosen by more voters than any other issue as the most important issue in this election. A Washington Post/Schar School survey shows this to be true also for the swing voters in the swing states — Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Pennsylvania and...
Point: Military readiness is a crucial election issue
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, a critical issue remains largely unaddressed: the alarming deficiencies in the U.S. military. Political debates about the extent of our engagement in foreign conflicts — whether in support of Ukraine, Israel or the defense of Taiwan — assume the United States has the necessary...
Letter to the editor: Project 2025 threat to our democracy
As I watched the July 4 celebration at our nation’s Capitol, I was struck with the contrast between two events. Jan 6, 2021, saw a violent mob bent on destroying our democracy; July 4, 2024, saw a peaceful gathering celebrating our democracy. These two events are metaphors, reminding us of...
Sounding off: Presidential race tops writers’ concerns
Biden should step aside Joe Biden claims this year’s presidential election is about preserving democracy and that Donald Trump is running solely to feed his oversized ego. If Biden truly believes this, then he should step aside. The Democrats would then be able to nominate a practical centrist around whom...
Chris Stapleton comes off as smooth as ‘Tennessee Whiskey’ at Star Lake
Country musician Chris Stapleton is just plain good in concert. With no frills, only great musicians behind him — including his wife, Morgane, onstage singing backup — the multi-platinum singer-songwriter put on an unforgettable show for a sold-out crowd at the Pavilion at Star Lake on Friday night as part...
Letter to the editor: Remembering Lorin Maazel
The legacy of the “City of Champions” is more than Super Bowls, Worlds Series, Stanley Cups, NCAA Championships or superstars. It also includes Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra stars like Victor Herbert, Fritz Reiner, William Steinberg — and Lorin Maazel, who died July 13, 2014. From a child prodigy in Paris, LA...
Editorial: Start planning path to next Pennsylvania budget now
Pennsylvania has a 2024-25 budget. Hallelujah. The budget came in a mere 11 days late. In Pennsylvania political time, that’s practically early. The 2023-24 budget overshot the June 30 deadline by almost half a year. The last parts were signed Dec. 14, making it closer to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s February...
The Stroller, July 13, 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. Bike run to benefit AK Hope Center The Ariele Jenniches Memorial...
Police: Man fatally shot in Clairton
Allegheny County Police are investigating a fatal shooting Friday night in Clairton. The unidentified victim was found shot in the 900 block of Madison Avenue, according to release from county police. He died at the scene. A county 911 dispatcher was notified of the shooting at about 10:20 p.m. County...
Pirates farm report for July 12, 2024: Domingo German picks up win for Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 39-48) split a doubleheader with Columbus (Guardians). In the first game, a 5-2 Indianapolis win, RHP Domingo German (4-4, 5.36) started and went five innings to earn the win, allowing two runs on five hits and two walks with seven strikeouts. RHP Ben Heller (3.46) threw a scoreless...
Democrats could force Biden out under the 25th Amendment — but probably won’t
WASHINGTON— President Joe Biden has said that only the “Lord Almighty” could convince him not to seek reelection, but a constitutional amendment that Democrats called for invoking against President Donald Trump three years ago provides a path for Biden to leave office or be removed in an extraordinary, if highly...
West Point Little League falls at state softball tournament; Legion semifinals set
The West Point Little League U12 team fell to 1-1 at the state tournament in Wellsboro on Friday, losing 7-5 to Pittston Area. West Point was led by Morgan Maiers, who went 2 for 3 with three RBIs. Lexi Stabile singled, doubled and drove in a run, Jayelyn Luft had...
Gary Franks: Biden helps Trump increase his lead
It is a miracle. President Joe Biden has done what few Americans have ever done or even thought possible. He has caused former President Donald Trump to be relatively silent. Trump is speechless. The latter does not have to do or say anything as long as Biden persists in being...
Budget sends $500M more to Pa.’s poorest schools, falling short of what some say is needed
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. HARRISBURG — After weeks of tense, secretive negotiations on Pennsylvania’s budget, the legislature has approved a $47.6 billion spending deal that falls short of the...
Vermonters, pummeled by floods exactly a year apart, are assessing damage, beginning cleanup
PLAINFIELD, Vt. — Gov. Phil Scott said Friday it’ll take several more days to fully assess damage from flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricane Beryl, but he said Vermont is better positioned to recover quickly after enduring heartbreak, federal red tape and an extensive cleanup from massive floods exactly...
Kari Xander: Pittsburgh must do better for its nurses
Pennsylvania is heading toward the worst nursing shortfall in the entire nation and will soon have over 20,000 empty positions. Here in Pittsburgh, our enormous health systems have the financial resources to lead the way in solving this crisis. Instead, the health care industry has done the exact opposite and...
Comedian Brad Williams talks jokes ahead of his upcoming Pittsburgh shows
Brad Williams, who has been working in comedy for two decades and has appeared in numerous films and television shows, was born with achondroplasia, a genetic disorder and cause of dwarfism. He’s done sets on late-night shows like “The Tonight Show” and released numerous stand-up comedy specials, including 2015’s “Brad...
Letter to the editor: Is Mark Madden rooting for Pirates to fail?
I’ve never written a letter to the editor in all my 66 years. But Mark Madden has gotten me fired up enough to give it a shot. Is he ever positive about the Pirates? In his column “Bryan Reynolds’ contract turning out to be bargain for Pirates” (July 6, TribLive),...
Take the TribLive weekly news quiz: July 12
The following is a regular feature from TribLive: A weekly news quiz:...
Blood drive, masked services and more at Quaker Valley 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....
