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Bill Miller: Federal response to illegal gambling needed
In May 2018, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its landmark decision to overturn the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA), paving the way for legal sports betting across the country. Six years later, 38 states and Washington, D.C., now have legal wagering markets, working together with legal gaming operators,...
Traveler carries measles through LAX as cases rise around the U.S.
LOS ANGELES — A traveler carrying measles flew from Munich, Germany, through Los Angeles on the way to Fresno Yosemite International Airport this month, exposing thousands of California travelers to the highly infectious disease, health officials have confirmed. Officials from the L.A. County Department of Public Health confirmed the case...
Westmoreland happenings: Brass concert, summer reading program, more
Fundraisers • A strawberry festival will be held 3 to 6 p.m. June 1 in the basement of Trinity United Church of Christ, 139 N. Main St., Greensburg. Menu: ham barbecue sandwiches, baked beans, potato salad, strawberries, ice cream, cake and beverage. Cost: $11; younger than 6, free. Dine in...
Letter to the editor: Those who served made it OK to enjoy Memorial Day
I suggest the writer of the letter “Remember the real reason for Memorial Day” (May 26, TribLive) do some learning about Memorial Day before scolding the public on this federal holiday. Be careful when ranting from atop your soapbox, it may be badly built. First, Memorial Day was originally to...
Letter to the editor: Supreme Court’s election meddling
Once again, the Supreme Court is meddling in our elections. Not too long ago a Republican court ordered the state of Florida to stop counting the people’s votes for president while their Republican candidate happened to be in the lead. Even though recounts are a very common occurrence. They included...
Editorial: Should Pennsylvania lawmakers vote remotely?
The pandemic changed the way many people worked. Specifically, it changed where they could do that work. There was a reason. If people were working from home, they weren’t spreading the virus. Working from home became popular. It was cheaper to work without the commute. It was affordable to make...
The Stroller, May 29, 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. Poker run to raise money for homeless veterans Ride for Homeless...
Letter to the editor: Politicians must stop overspending
In my opinion, President Biden caused this inflation, timed the $6 trillion in stimulus money with the presidential election year to prop up the economy, and now wants to be the hero by lowering interest rates, but can’t until spending ends. The RINOs went along with the overspending because they...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for May 28, 2024
High schools Baseball WPIAL playoffs Class 6A Championship Wednesday’s schedule Mt. Lebanon (18-4) vs. North Allegheny (16-5) at Wild Things Park, 7 p.m. Class 5A Championship Tuesday’s result Penn-Trafford 4, Bethel Park 3 Third place Wednesday’s schedule Franklin Regional (14-8) vs. West Allegheny (16-4) at Washington & Jefferson, 6:30 p.m....
High school roundup for May 28, 2024: Lily Duffill’s grand slam sends Chartiers Valley to states
Lily Duffill’s grand slam in the bottom of the fifth inning gave No. 4 Chartiers Valley the lead for good in a 6-4 victory over No. 11 Blackhawk in the WPIAL Class 4A softball third-place game Tuesday. Duffill went 2 for 3 with a double and five RBIs. Delaney O’Connor...
Pirates farm report for May 28, 2024: Jase Bowen homers in Altoona win
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 24-25) was idle. Next: Wednesday vs. Omaha (Royals), 6:35 p.m. ALTOONA (Double-A, 15-31) beat Portland (Red Sox), 6-4. CF Jase Bowen (.213) went 2 for 4 with a two-run homer, his second. SS Tsung Che-Cheng (.222) went 1 for 5 with a run scored. 2B Kervin Pichardo (.229)...
Date errors on Pa. mail-in ballots void votes, spur lawsuit
Pittsburgh resident Otis Keasley has not missed voting in an election in more than five decades. The 2024 primary was no different — except that Keasley, a Vietnam War veteran, decided to mail in his ballot for the first time. His sister-in-law was ill and needed him to help care...
Sheldon H. Jacobson and Dr. Janet A. Jokela: What should we fear with AI in medicine?
Will the threats associated with artificial intelligence be as bad as some fear? Or will AI be relatively benign? Could the answer be somewhere in between? Perspectives on AI abound. Whether it be in medicine, security or education, new applications in search of an AI advantage continue to grow. This...
UPMC reports $103M operating loss during 1st quarter
UPMC reported an operating loss of $103 million during the first three months of the year, up slightly from its $100 million operating loss during the same period a year ago. The Pittsburgh-based health giant’s first-quarter losses came on revenues of more than $7.1 billion, according to a financial disclosure...
Dale R. Giovengo: Why Trump needs Haley as VP
We know the history of President Abraham Lincoln choosing political rivals to serve in critical positions in his Cabinet and administration. He chose William H. Seward as secretary of state, Salmon P. Chase as secretary of the treasury and Edward Bates as attorney general, all politicians who opposed him to...
Richard Dreyfuss reportedly targets women, LGBTQ community at ‘Jaws’ event
Richard Dreyfuss caused a scene over Memorial Day weekend when the Oscar winner reportedly embarked on a sexist and homophobic rant during a screening of “Jaws.” The “American Graffiti” star, 76, made several controversial statements about women and the LGBTQ community the “An Evening With Richard Dreyfuss + Jaws Screening,”...
In brief: Herald area events for the week of May 27, 2024
Graduation looms • Fox Chapel Area High School: About 300 students will graduate at 2 p.m. June 9 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall, 4141 Fifth St., in Oakland. Clara Kelley and Henry Koloc will be the student speakers. • Shady Side Academy: 133 students will graduate at 9 a.m....
In brief: Penn Hills and Verona area happenings, week of May 27, 2024
Graduation looms • Penn Hills High School: The district’s 2024 commencement ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m. May 31 at Yuhas-McGinley Stadium. More than 200 students are graduating this year. The ceremony will be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person. A link is available on the district’s website...
‘General Hospital’ actor Johnny Wactor’s slaying during LA theft sparks shock, mourning
LOS ANGELES — “General Hospital” actor Johnny Wactor was fatally shot early Saturday when he came upon three men trying to steal the catalytic converter from his car, according to a law enforcement source with knowledge of the case. The killing occurred around 3:25 a.m. when the owner of a...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from May 16-22, 2024
Here is a weekly look at recent images captured throughout the Alle-Kiski Valley. From major news events to routine gatherings, the Tribune-Review’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,...
3 Lower Valley communities to see increase in trash collection cost; joint effort prevented larger hike, officials say
The bad news for residents of Springdale, Cheswick and Springdale Township is that their trash collection bills will increase under a new joint contract. The good news is that joining together for the bidding process prevented a larger increase, municipal officials say. County Hauling, a division of Pittsburgh-based Noble Environmental,...
Letter to the editor: Post-covid revitalization
Residential and commercial real estate developers across the country are working to revitalize cities following the covid-19 pandemic. Pittsburgh is no exception, where buildings in the city’s urban center are being modified to attract businesses and promote growth. However, a recent Federal Reserve proposal to reduce the cap on debit...
Editorial: Israeli and Palestinian leaders once shared a peace prize. Now they may share war crimes charges
It is somehow fitting that the International Criminal Court prosecutor is seeking arrest warrants against leaders of both Hamas and Israel in connection with mass slaughters carried out since the Oct. 7 Hamas attack and Israel’s response. ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan is seeking arrest warrants for Hamas leaders Yahya Sinwar,...
The Stroller, May 28, 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. Tarentum concert to kick off the summer season Tarentum Summer Concert...
Letter to the editor: Vaccines and masks saved lives
The writer of the letter “What would Reagan think?” (May 20, TribLive) asks, “Did the government help anyone by mandating multiple injections of an experimental drug … and requiring masks?” The intelligent answer is an emphatic “yes.” Regrettably many American lives were lost because these requirements didn’t come soon enough....
