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Philly man accused of threatening to kill Western Pennsylvania political party worker over poll watching duties
A Philadelphia man is accused of threatening to kill and skin alive a state political party employee from Western Pennsylvania if the political worker did not respond to his request that he serve as a poll watcher in the upcoming presidential election. The suspect, John C. Pollard, 62, is accused...
U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly’s task force says Trump assassination attempt was preventable
Firsthand accounts from law enforcement officials at the July 13 assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump in Butler County detail a critical lack of communication, according to a report released by a congressional task force. The shooting by gunman Thomas Crooks grazed Trump’s ear, injured two men and killed...
Woman killed in Donegal Township crash
A 23-year-old woman was killed late Sunday in a crash in Donegal Township, Washington County. The victim was identified as Alyssa Hutchison of Washington, Pa., by Coroner Tim Warco’s office. The crash happened just before 8 p.m. on Route 40 when the motorcycle Hutchison was riding was hit by a...
Flight 93 exhibit focuses on continuing physical, mental toll on 9/11 survivors, responders
It took years for Ginny Barnett to come to emotional terms with scenes of trauma she encountered in Shanksville and New York City when she responded as a Red Cross volunteer in the wake of 9/11. “The first time I looked at the crash site here, I started to break...
Elon Musk to appear in Pittsburgh on Sunday
Elon Musk’s political action committee said that the supporter of former President Trump is coming to Pittsburgh on Sunday to hold a town hall. The announcement on America PAC’s website says Musk’s event will take place at 2 p.m., but it does not give a location. Anyone wishing to attend...
No time to wait! Once-in-a-lifetime comet still visible in Western Pa.
If you look up at the night sky, you might be able to catch a glimpse of a rare, ancient comet — as long as you’re looking in the right spot. The Tsuchinshan-ATLAS comet, which has been visible to the naked eye this week in Western Pennsylvania, will once again...
Aldi to offer cheapest Thanksgiving basket in 5 years
Increased prices can mean increased stress when it comes to planning holiday meals — especially at Thanksgiving. Shoppers at Aldi can expect some relief as they prep for the big feast, according to the discount supermarket chain. Aldi will offer its lowest-priced Thanksgiving basket in five years during this coming...
Take the TribLive weekly news quiz: Oct. 18
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TribLive recognized by Keystone Media with 37 awards, sweepstakes honor
The TribLive staff was recognized with 37 awards as well as the Sweepstakes and Outstanding News Operation first place award at the Keystone Media Awards Luncheon on Thursday. The event, which recognizes the best of Pennsylvania journalism by presenting the Keystone Media Awards and News Organization of the Year awards,...
Morning Roundup: 3 firefighters injured in Ross blaze; 2nd gun found this week at Pittsburgh airport
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Thursday, Oct. 17: 3 firefighters injured in Ross blaze A smoky fire at a Ross auto service station Wednesday evening sent three firefighters to a hospital with minor injuries, Trib news partner WTAE reported. The blaze at Tao’s Auto...
Escalating medication errors pose grave risks for Pennsylvania patients
A Pittsburgh-area woman died after having an allergic reaction to an antibiotic she was given not once, but twice, during surgery to repair a hernia. During the first surgery, the procedure was halted because of the allergic reaction. The second time, the surgeon insisted she get the antibiotic because he...
Unpasteurized apple cider could cause health risks
Is that apple cider pasteurized? Your health might depend on it. Drinking unpasteurized glasses of apple cider could cause health risks, the Washington Post reported. Though most juice sold in the United States has been pasteurized, unpasteurized apple cider is more common at orchards and farmers markets, which are popular...
Rallies, fries and Steelers game? Here are 5 things to know about Trump’s next visit
Former President Donald Trump is coming to Westmoreland County for a rally, and he is reportedly adding a few new twists to his typical campaign schedule. Trump is scheduled to speak at 6 p.m. Saturday at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport in Unity. Rallies at airport hangars have been a frequent...
Tribute bands take Western Pennsylvania by storm
These days, it’s easy to book the Beatles for a wedding, go to a local bar and see Queen or score inexpensive tickets to see Motley Crue. As long as you’re okay with a different band lineup, that is. Tribute bands — groups of musicians who play sets imitating big-name...
Bear hunting season opens across state this month
Bear hunting season is underway in Pennsylvania with more than 200,000 hunters expected in the field this year, though the state game commission expects just 3% of them will come home with a bear. Archery hunting has started in specific regions and will continue through Nov. 29, including two Sundays,...
Morning Roundup: Fire at Downtown Pittsburgh apartment building; TSA at Pittsburgh airport finds 35th gun of 2024
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Wednesday, Oct. 16: Residents return to apartments after Downtown Pittsburgh fire Residents were allowed to return to Midtown Towers in Downtown Pittsburgh after a fire Tuesday evening, according to city police. Firefighters were called to the Liberty Avenue apartment...
Trump to hold rally Saturday at Arnold Palmer airport
Former President Donald Trump will hold a rally Saturday in Westmoreland County. Trump, the GOP nominee for president, is scheduled to appear at 6 p.m. at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport in Unity. Trump’s visit will come two weeks after he last appeared in the region. On Oct. 5, Trump returned...
Shooting victims from Butler Trump rally call out Secret Service failures
Two men who were shot at a Butler County rally for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump this summer told NBC News they continue to deal with health problems related their wounds. Jim Copenhaver, 74, of Moon and David Dutch, 57, of Plum expressed concerns with security lapses leading up to...
Morning Roundup: Items reported stolen from Pitt building; pedestrian struck, injured in Penn Hills
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Tuesday, Oct. 15: Items reported stolen from Pitt building Electronics and clothing were reported missing from a building at University of Pittsburgh, according to campus police. The burglary happened between 9 p.m. Sunday and 2 p.m. Monday at Bouquet...
Walz rallies at Acrisure Stadium, visits Lawrence County family farm in swing through Western Pa.
Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz rallied with hundreds inside Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on Tuesday and said it’s time to turn the page on former President Donald Trump. Walz’s rally in Acrisure’s Great Hall was part of daylong campaign swing through Western Pennsylvania that started in Lawrence County, went...
Inflation explained: Housing costs driven by supply and demand
When it comes to inflation, the real estate market is a bit of a different animal, according to experts. “Real estate is a very unique marketplace, and it’s driven very much by supply and demand,” said John Petrack, executive vice president for the Realtors Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh, who’s been...
Murrysville taekwondo grandmaster, black belt headed to Pittsburgh tournament
Shannon Kearney has been around martial arts most of her life. Her father practiced the Korean-based taekwondo, and her sister worked her way to earning a blue belt. After she was the victim of an armed mugging during her student days at the University of Pittsburgh, Kearney got involved as...
Morning Roundup: Assault suspects arrested in Scottdale; dirt bike pursuit on the South Side
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Monday, Oct. 14: Suspects arrested in Scottdale Two people accused in an incident in Scottdale were arrested Sunday in Aliquippa. Officers in Aliquippa were notified by Westmoreland County sheriff’s deputies around 4:30 p.m. that a Dodge Charger connected to...
Missing Armstrong County man found dead; suspect arrested
An Armstrong County man who had been reported missing last month was found dead over the weekend. Pennsylvania State Police said they made an arrest in connection with his killing. Troopers had been investigating the disappearance of David E. Kimberly, 56, of Plumcreek since Sept. 28. Family members told investigators...
Is your heat on yet? In Pittsburgh area, the struggle is real
Be quiet during Pittsburgh Steelers games. Turn out the lights when you leave a room. Don’t touch the thermostat; put on a sweater. Those are a few maxims hammered into Western Pennsylvania psyches over the course of generations. Early in the fall season, Elaine Lee has no intention of kicking...
