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Illinois ticket-holder wins $1.28 billion Mega Millions jackpot
A ticket-holder in Illinois is the big winner in the Mega Millions jackpot, the second largest prize in the game’s history at $1.28 billion, according to the game’s website. The jackpot winner beat the odds of 1 in 302.5 million to collect the top prize, according to the Associated Press....
Thousands affected in Allegheny Health Network data breach
The names and medical histories of 8,000 Allegheny Health Network patients might have been leaked in a data breach last month after an employee opened a phishing email that compromised their account, the health care system said Friday. Patients affected were notified by mail this week, officials said. The incident...
What to do if you win the $1 billion top prize in Mega Millions lottery
There is no doubt that plenty of people have thought about what they would do if they won the lottery. After all, this isn’t just any lottery prize. The current jackpot is $1.28 billion for Friday’s Mega Millions drawing. It’s only the third time in history that a Mega Millions...
Sheetz looking to add 30 stores in Western Pa.
Sheetz plans to add 30 gas stations and convenience stores in Western Pennsylvania over the next three to five years. The Altoona-based chain said it is working with commercial real estate firm CBRE to identify sites for the new locations. Brian Dinges, assistant vice president of real estate, acknowledged that...
Pennsylvania state trooper shot in Aliquippa; suspect was shooter in high-profile 2005 killing
A Pennsylvania state trooper was shot early Friday during an altercation at a Beaver County convenience store, officials said. Trooper Jonnie Schooley, a patrolman out of the Beaver barracks, was shot in the leg after he and Trooper Shawn Palmer noticed a disturbance outside the Franklin Mini Mart in Aliquippa,...
2 killed in Fayette crash
Two people were killed in a two-vehicle crash south of Uniontown on Thursday afternoon, Fayette County 911 said. The crash occurred at about 5:25 p.m. along Walnut Hill Road in Georges Township. The identities of the victims were not available. Three other people were injured and flown from the scene...
JetBlue-Spirit deal brings hope and concern for Western Pa.
Westmoreland County Airport Authority Executive Director Gabe Monzo said he’s hopeful a $3.8 billion deal for JetBlue to purchase Spirit Airlines ultimately will be a boon for local travelers. But there are no guarantees. The deal was announced Thursday. Spirit has been the sole carrier at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport...
Retired W.Va. priest accused of abusing boy in Butler County
A retired Catholic priest who served at St. Francis de Sales Church in West Virginia is accused of sexually abusing a boy in Butler County, according to court papers. Perry Malacaman, 84, who resides in West Virginia, is charged with involuntary deviate sexual intercourse with a person under the age...
Person flown by medical helicopter after being struck by train in Washington County
A person was flown by medical helicopter Wednesday evening after being hit by a train in Washington County. According to Tribune-Review news partners WPXI-TV, the person was hit by a Norfolk Southern train around 6:45 p.m. near Lincoln Street in Elco Borough. The person, who was not identified, was taken...
Florida man accused of submitting $25M in fraudulent Medicare claims through Ellwood City hospital
A Florida businessman has been charged in federal court in Pittsburgh with conspiring to submit $25 million in fraudulent Medicare claims through an Ellwood City hospital for unnecessary cancer genome screenings. Daniel Hurt, 58, of Fort Lauderdale, is charged with one count of conspiracy to commit health care fraud, pay...
‘Never covid’: Some people have managed to avoid contracting covid-19, but their numbers are dwindling
Jordan Berkes is a member of a shrinking fraternity — he’s never contracted covid-19. For two and a half years, the Shaler resident has managed to dodge the virus, its numerous variants and the occasional surge of cases. As the latest wave of covid — the omicron subvariant known as...
Dog-friendly dining spots gaining in popularity
There’s a special menu offered at The Olde Spitfire Grille geared toward four-legged customers. From “bark bowls” to “sweet puptato chips,” the South Greensburg eatery has gone out of its way to cater to customers and their pets. It’s been a growing trend in Western Pennsylvania. Pet-friendly restaurants have been...
A fan’s guide to Steelers training camp
The players who arrived at Pittsburgh Steelers training camp Tuesday came in style with giant SUVs and sporty matte-black Porsche coupes. For fans who arrive Wednesday, it will be the first chance to check out training camp at Saint Vincent College since 2019, the last year before the team moved...
Congressman Glenn Thompson attends gay son’s wedding after voting against same-sex marriage bill
U.S. Rep. Glenn Thompson, R-Centre County, joined 156 other Republican lawmakers last week in opposing a bill to protect the recognition of same-sex marriage — just three days before attending his gay son’s wedding. Thompson represents Pennsylvania’s 15th Congressional District, which includes all of Armstrong and Indiana counties, part of...
Fraudulent text, email messages target PNC Bank customers
PNC Bank customers are being warned of a scam that aims to obtain personal or account-related information. “Some cybercriminals have shifted their approach and are targeting consumers directly through known and trusted channels of communication,” a PNC spokesperson said. “One such scam involves fraudulent outreach via text, email or phone...
Week in pictures: July 18-24
A selection of the most compelling images from Tribune-Review photographers from around the region during the week of July 18-24....
Blairsville man charged with indecent assault, corruption of minors
A Blairsville man is charged with felony corruption of minors and related misdemeanors after police said he exposed himself and attempted sexual contact with children. William C. Rodkey, 68, also is charged with corruption of minors, indecent assault of a person less than 13 years old, and indecent exposure. In...
Klondike drops the Choco Taco from its lineup
Fans of the beloved Choco Taco — a taco-shaped ice cream treat produced by Klondike — will need a new way to satisfy their sweet tooth. Klondike has made it official: The Choco Taco has been discontinued. Klondike confirmed the news on its website. One- and four-count pack sizes will...
State police: 2 killed in multi-vehicle crash in Fayette County
Two people were killed Sunday in a multi-vehicle crash in Fayette County, Pennsylvania State Police said. Officers responded to Mill Run Road about a quarter mile south of Killarney Road in Springfield Township shortly before 1 p.m. for reports of the crash involving one vehicle towing a camper and three...
What would you do with the Mega Millions jackpot?
The Mega Millions lottery game is living up to its name this week, with a jackpot of more than $800 million that could be won during the drawing on Tuesday night. Here’s what some people in the region would do if they won the jackpot: Sue Muller of Greensburg has...
Gas price decline streak hits 40 days; Pittsburgh-area prices among highest in state
Gas prices have been coming down across the country for 40 days in a row, but average prices in Southwestern Pennsylvania remain above the national and state averages and among the highest in the state. According to AAA, the national average on Monday was about $4.36. That’s about 17 cents...
Early-morning storms give way to rising temperatures
Storms rolled through Southwestern Pennsylvania early Monday morning, bringing with them spurts of heavy rainfall but since clearing the region. The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for Allegheny County and parts of Beaver County as thunderstorms producing heavy rain swept across the region, bringing 1 to 3...
Man dead after police-involved shooting in Washington County
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed by police in Washington County. According to a state police report, officers with the Monongahela City Police Department responded to 1029 Lincoln St. in Monongahela around 9:20 p.m. Sunday for reports of shots fired and an attempted homicide....
Western Pa. food banks squeezed by increased costs, demand for assistance
Rising food costs are driving a renewed demand at food banks in the region that already were serving more people because of the covid pandemic. “The cost of getting a gallon of milk is sometimes a hardship,” Westmoreland Food Bank CEO Jennifer Miller said. After the pandemic hit, the Westmoreland...
Morning storm passes, but more rain on the way for Pittsburgh region
After a severe thunderstorm warning passed on Sunday morning, the National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for additional storms that could reach the region later in the day. NWS officials said the risk remains for additional severe storms Sunday afternoon and evening, with damaging wind being the main...
