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Rosfeld acquittal could deter prosecutors from bringing similar cases, expert says
A Bowling Green State University criminology professor who is a leading researcher on police shootings said his greatest fear is the chilling effect Michael Rosfeld’s acquittal could have on prosecutors facing similar cases in the future. Philip Stinson woke up Saturday thinking about the not-guilty verdict in the former East...
Woodland Hills community grieves over Rosfeld verdict, looks to unite
Woodland Hills High School students will discuss this week how they want to honor and remember their 17-year-old classmate, Antwon Rose II, who was shot and killed by a police officer in June. For now, the community is coping with the fallout from a four-day trial after ex-East Pittsburgh police...
Landmark Scottdale collectible shop closingVideo
After 30 years of operating country gift, antique and collectible stores, floral shops and a tea room, Martha “Marty” Savanick is calling it a career. “It’s been a great run. People are saying there is really no stores close by like ours with the extensive inventory,” said Savanick, who is...
Antwon Rose Sr. tells crowd to ‘leave the streets alone’
The father of a black teenager shot and killed by a police officer had a message Saturday for young people trying to come to terms with the jury’s not-guilty verdict. “Do what you gotta do for your parents,” Antwon Rose Sr. said. “The streets ain’t it; the streets ain’t it....
Saturday morning fire displaces Monessen family
Fire officials say children playing with matches sparked a Saturday morning blaze that heavily damaged a Monessen home, displacing the family that lives there. No charges will be filed because of the young age of the children, according to Monessen Fire Department Station 1 Chief Chris Rhome. No one was...
Demonstrators march through Pittsburgh day after Rosfeld found not guiltyVideo
The day after a jury found Michael Rosfeld not guilty of homicide in the shooting and killing of 17-year Antwon Rose II has brought mixed reactions. The heads of two of the city’s most powerful philanthropic institutions shared in the shock and outrage that brought people into the streets Friday...
Group proposes county Vets of War on Terror monument
A group seeking to raise money for a proposed Westmoreland County Veterans of the War on Terror Monument took a step toward gaining public awareness Saturday by installing a sign about the project at the site next to Twin Lakes Park. The monument, expected to cost about $350,000, is planned...
Hays bald eagles welcome first eaglet of 2019Video
The Hays bald eagles welcomed their first eaglet of the season Saturday afternoon. The eaglet emerged from its egg at 1:14 p.m., four hours after a pip (small crack) was observed on the egg. It is the ninth eaglet the Hays couple have hatched in their years there. Two eggs...
Ohio governor wants to raise age to buy tobacco to 21
DAYTON, Ohio — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is proposing raising the minimum age to buy tobacco from 18 to 21 as part of his two-year state budget. The Dayton Daily News reports the plan also would include vaping products, which are growing in popularity among high school students. About 20...
Gunshots fired into Monroeville office of Rosfeld’s lawyer
Someone shot as many as eight bullets late Friday at the Monroeville office of Patrick Thomassey, the defense attorney for former East Pittsburgh police Officer Michael Rosfeld, police said. No suspects have been identified. Monroeville police are seeking information on an unknown vehicle neighbors heard driving away from the James...
Almost $18,000 raised during Derry High School’s annual Bachelor Auction
Dressed in tuxedos and waiting for their bid, 19 junior and senior boys at Derry Area High School participated in the 2019 Bachelor Auction, raising almost $18,000 for charity. The annual event is hosted by the school’s Interact Club, a student organization based on community service. Up to 20 junior...
North Huntingdon fire temporarily closes section of Route 30
A section of Route 30 was closed in both directions for about an hour Saturday morning as firefighters battled a blaze at a North Huntingdon auto dealership. According to a Westmoreland County 911 dispatcher, the fire was reported at 7:16 a.m. in an attic at an auto dealership at 13460...
Rosfeld acquittal leaves a relieved wife in tears and a mother indignant
The two women in the first row of the courtroom late Friday waited nine months to get there, and their reactions when the jury read the verdict told separate tales of months-long heartache. One collapsed from her chair – sobbing. The other remained still – no tears. Not guilty. Michelle...
Shaler Area to replace Biles Field turf
The Shaler Area School Board unanimously voted March 20 to pay more than $524,000 to replace Biles Field’s turf. Montreal-based FieldTurf will provide the artificial turf. Shaler Area used the company when renovating Titan Stadium in 2016. The motion states the replacement is “subject to a notice to proceed following...
Video: Top stories for the week of March 18
Here are some of the news highlights from around the Lower Valley for the week of March 18: • Lower Valley communities named among the best • O’Hara’s Brownshill Road to close most of summer • Sharpsburg compiling online pet registry • Aspinwall council announces summer paving goals For more...
The Week: North Hills
Here are some of the news and features in the North Hills from the past week. For more details on these and other stories, follow the links below or see the North Hills section on Triblive.com: • Redevelopment plans for Ross Park Mall OK’d • North Hills Art Center pet...
Teacher contract talks continue in Mt. Pleasant
Contract negotiations are set to resume Monday between the Mt. Pleasant Area School District and its teachers and other staff who have worked without a contract since Aug. 31. Spokesmen for the school board and the Mt. Pleasant Area Education Association — the union representing 143 teaches, counselors, nurses and...
Hampton High School renovation action timeline presented
Action steps for a high school renovation was presented at the Hampton Township School Board’s meeting by Dr. Michael Loughead, superintendent. As a possible renovation is seriously discussed by the school board and administration, HTSD school board member Lawrence Vasko recently requested some sort of timeline be established as the...
Civil lawsuits, federal charges could await Rosfeld after acquittal
Michael Rosfeld could end up back in court despite a jury’s not guilty verdict. The former East Pittsburgh police officer was acquitted of state charges Friday in the shooting death of 17-year-old Antwon Rose II. But Rosfeld already faces a civil federal lawsuit brought by Rose’s family and could face...
Michael Rosfeld not guilty of homicide in killing of Antwon Rose II
A jury of seven men and five women found former East Pittsburgh police Officer Michael Rosfeld not guilty of homicide for the June killing of Antwon Rose II. Jurors deliberated for less than four hours Friday as they weighed whether to acquit Rosfeld or convicted him of charges of first-...
An old, vacant gas station in Oakmont may become a borough parking lot
The Oakmont Community Foundation wants to turn an old, vacant gas station into a parking lot. The foundation is a nonprofit formed by the Oakmont Chamber of Commerce. Chamber member Dan Monaco, owner of Hoffstot’s Cafe Monaco and Chelsea Grille, presented the project to borough officials at a recent council...
Pittsburgh man to appear on ‘Jeopardy!’ Tuesday night
Pittsburgh software developer John Shortino will appear on Tuesday night’s episode of the game show “Jeopardy!”, the show announced Friday. Shortino celebrated the news on Twitter. Having “Game Shows Touch Our Lives” in your head the day you’re going to be a contestant on Jeopardy! is a good thing, right?...
One person in critical condition after Friday evening crash on Route 119
One person is in critical condition after they were trapped in an overturned vehicle Friday evening, Midway-St. Clair Fire Chief Rich Kepple confirmed. Officials responded to Route 119 in Hempfield Township around 7:30 p.m., he said. One vehicle was involved in the crash. Crews were clear of the scene around...
Port Authority to offer free bus rides to vigil honoring New Zealand victims
Residents of greater Pittsburgh can take advantage of free bus rides to a Sunday vigil to mourn New Zealand’s shooting victims and express solidarity for the local Muslim community. From about 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., the Port Authority of Allegheny County will allow passengers free rides to and from...
Chris Young bringing his tour to KeyBank Pavilion this summer
The country star known for “Raised on Country,” “Sober Saturday Night” and “Who I am With You” is headed to the Pittsburgh area. Chris Young is set to perform at KeyBank Pavilion in Burgettstown on Aug. 24. Artists Chris Janson and Jimmie Allen are scheduled to perform prior to Young....
