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Jacob Maloberti seeks plea deal in 2023 killing of Westmoreland County boy

Jacob Maloberti seeks plea deal in 2023 killing of Westmoreland County boy

2 Min Read | 29 mins Ago

Pittsburgh bill would tax skill games like poker, slot, claw machines

Pittsburgh bill would tax skill games like poker, slot, claw machines

2 Min Read | 2 hours Ago

Minimum payments for filling prescriptions would aid pharmacies, Pa. insurance department says

Minimum payments for filling prescriptions would aid pharmacies, Pa. insurance department says

3 Min Read | 2 hours Ago

State-of-the-art parking, ‘elevated’ living touted at new Strip District apartment complex

State-of-the-art parking, ‘elevated’ living touted at new Strip District apartment complex

3 Min Read | 6 hours Ago

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence, citing her husband’s health

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence, citing her husband’s health

6 Min Read | 2 hours Ago

Allegheny County Council president steps down from post amid mailer controversy

Allegheny County Council president steps down from post amid mailer controversy

2 Min Read | 4 hours Ago

ShotSpotter survives legal challenge in Pittsburgh case amid scrutiny of technology

New Kensington shelter dogs benefit from increased volunteerism — in part, thanks to MiaVideo

Police: Ligonier Township man pointed gun at another driver on Route 30

TV Talk: Stephen Colbert bids a sci-fi-infused farewell to ‘Late Show’

Woodland Hills district begins formal hearing against suspended superintendentVideo

Piece of historic copper brew kettle stolen from Penn Brewery

Westmoreland County water authority drops fees, offers free lead pipe replacementsVideo

Former Export workers give hydrants a fresh patriotic makeoverVideo

U.S./World

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence, citing her husband’s health

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence, citing her husband’s health

6 Min Read | 2 hours Ago

FDA staff blindsided by move allowing more e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches onto U.S. market

FDA staff blindsided by move allowing more e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches onto U.S. market

6 Min Read | 3 hours Ago

Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon kill 10, including paramedics and a child, officials say

Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon kill 10, including paramedics and a child, officials say

2 Min Read | 4 hours Ago

Rare public appearances, low profile mark Raúl Castro’s life since stepping down as Cuba’s president

Rare public appearances, low profile mark Raúl Castro’s life since stepping down as Cuba’s president

4 Min Read | 5 hours Ago

Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump’s bid for greater control over the independent bank

Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump’s bid for greater control over the independent bank

4 Min Read | 2 hours Ago

U.S. says ‘slight progress’ in Iran talks amid uncertainty about whether war will resume

U.S. says ‘slight progress’ in Iran talks amid uncertainty about whether war will resume

5 Min Read | 6 hours Ago

An all-female Senate delegation is heading to the Arctic to reassure U.S. allies

WHO chief says Ebola outbreak in Congo is ‘spreading rapidly’ and upgrades risk assessment

The game’s afoot as armchair detectives mark Sherlock Holmes DayVideo

Older AC and fridge chemicals amp up climate change. Trump just rolled back limits on them

Matthew Perry’s family trusted his assistant to help keep him sober. He instead helped him overdose

Taiwan’s government says U.S. hasn’t notified it of any pause in a planned $14 billion arms sale

Florida biologist fired over Charlie Kirk post after his death wins $485,000 settlement

NATO allies bewildered by Trump’s about-face on U.S. troop moves in Europe

Politics

An all-female Senate delegation is heading to the Arctic to reassure U.S. allies

An all-female Senate delegation is heading to the Arctic to reassure U.S. allies

4 Min Read | 2 hours Ago

Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump’s bid for greater control over the independent bank

Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump’s bid for greater control over the independent bank

4 Min Read | 2 hours Ago

Pushed to the limit, Republicans show rare defiance to Trump’s demands

Pushed to the limit, Republicans show rare defiance to Trump’s demands

6 Min Read | 8 hours Ago

Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that was on the verge of passing

Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that was on the verge of passing

4 Min Read | 21 hours Ago

In heavily Democratic California, 2 GOP House rivals grapple in nasty fight over Trump loyalty

In heavily Democratic California, 2 GOP House rivals grapple in nasty fight over Trump loyalty

5 Min Read | 8 hours Ago

Backlash to Trump’s $1.8B settlement fund delays GOP immigration bill

Backlash to Trump’s $1.8B settlement fund delays GOP immigration bill

6 Min Read | 22 hours Ago

John Fetterman’s chief of staff resigns before new report on the senator’s relationship with Israel ally

Surgeon General’s Office tells young people to put down the phones and ‘live real life’Video

Scott Timko edges out Ethan Nicholas to earn GOP nod in 12th state House District

Facing intense internal pressure, DNC releases postelection autopsy that criticizes Kamala Harris

At 1 Kentucky bar, young Republicans wrestle with their disappointment in Trump and their party

Democrats are hoping for a breakthrough as the House takes another Iran war vote

House committee discusses modernizing the TSA as Trump seeks to privatize airport screening

Republicans expected to abandon $1B security proposal for White House and Trump’s ballroom

Health

Minimum payments for filling prescriptions would aid pharmacies, Pa. insurance department says

Minimum payments for filling prescriptions would aid pharmacies, Pa. insurance department says

3 Min Read | 2 hours Ago

FDA staff blindsided by move allowing more e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches onto U.S. market

FDA staff blindsided by move allowing more e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches onto U.S. market

6 Min Read | 3 hours Ago

WHO chief says Ebola outbreak in Congo is ‘spreading rapidly’ and upgrades risk assessment

WHO chief says Ebola outbreak in Congo is ‘spreading rapidly’ and upgrades risk assessment

2 Min Read | 6 hours Ago

Ebola fears surge on the ground in Congo over rapid spread of a rare type

Ebola fears surge on the ground in Congo over rapid spread of a rare type

6 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Surgeon General’s Office tells young people to put down the phones and ‘live real life’

Surgeon General’s Office tells young people to put down the phones and ‘live real life’

3 Min Read | 5 hours Ago

Air France flight to U.S. diverted to Montreal due to Ebola travel restrictions

Air France flight to U.S. diverted to Montreal due to Ebola travel restrictions

2 Min Read | 1 day Ago

McCandless-based Glimmer of Hope funds Mind, Body, Care program for breast cancer patients

RFK Jr. fires leaders of group that sets guidelines for preventive health screenings

Pa. joins lawsuit to block looming federal loan caps for some healthcare degreesVideo

Affordable Care Act enrollment projected to plunge by 5 million as costs spike, analysis shows

What to know about the outbreak of a rare kind of Ebola as cases and deaths rise

Climate report says world won’t get as hot as feared but will pass warming limit

Allegheny County residents warned of increased risk for ticks and Lyme disease

Hantavirus-stricken cruise ship docks in the Netherlands for disinfection

Business

Chinese fast-fashion juggernaut Shein to buy eco-friendly Everlane in an unlikely fit

Chinese fast-fashion juggernaut Shein to buy eco-friendly Everlane in an unlikely fit

2 Min Read | 4 hours Ago

Acrisure company to cut 2,250 jobs due to AI advancements

Acrisure company to cut 2,250 jobs due to AI advancements

2 Min Read | 8 hours Ago

Trump immunity from IRS audit shocks experts, who warn it could undermine trust in tax system

Trump immunity from IRS audit shocks experts, who warn it could undermine trust in tax system

5 Min Read | 8 hours Ago

Average long-term mortgage rate climbs to 6.51%, highest level in nearly 9 months

Average long-term mortgage rate climbs to 6.51%, highest level in nearly 9 months

3 Min Read | 20 hours Ago

Electric bills to increase for Duquesne Light, West Penn Power customers

Electric bills to increase for Duquesne Light, West Penn Power customers

2 Min Read | 23 hours Ago

Hemingway’s heartbreak and the long decline of Oakland’s bar scene

Hemingway’s heartbreak and the long decline of Oakland’s bar scene

10 Min Read | 1 day Ago

Duolingo’s East Liberty HQ for sale as company consolidates in nearby tower

Sarris Candies to open factory store in Washington County

Walmart delivers another strong quarter but also a cautious outlook due to economic uncertainty

Companies join a deep-sea mining rush after Trump executive order, as regulators fast-track permits

SpaceX reveals plans for what could be the biggest-ever initial public offering

Stefani Pashman stepping down as CEO of Allegheny Conference on Community Development

Target books strongest sales growth in 4 years with customers buying into refreshed line up

Single Gen Z women outpace Gen Z men to homeownership despite overall decline in first-time buyers

Regional

Sarris Candies to open factory store in Washington County

Sarris Candies to open factory store in Washington County

1 Min Read | 1 day Ago

Electric bills to increase for Duquesne Light, West Penn Power customers

Electric bills to increase for Duquesne Light, West Penn Power customers

2 Min Read | 23 hours Ago

Scott Timko edges out Ethan Nicholas to earn GOP nod in 12th state House District

Scott Timko edges out Ethan Nicholas to earn GOP nod in 12th state House District

2 Min Read | 1 day Ago

Expect a cooler, stormy Memorial Day weekend in Pittsburgh region

Expect a cooler, stormy Memorial Day weekend in Pittsburgh region

2 Min Read | 20 hours Ago

Morning Roundup: Patient steals ambulance in Beaver County; car fire and collision in Knoxville

Morning Roundup: Patient steals ambulance in Beaver County; car fire and collision in Knoxville

2 Min Read | 1 day Ago

Late-season freeze puts chill on fruit harvests across the region

Late-season freeze puts chill on fruit harvests across the region

5 Min Read | 1 day Ago

Western Pa. Muslims ‘ultra vigilant’ after fatal San Diego mosque shooting

IUP increases room capacity as student demand for on-campus housing spikes

Western Pa. law enforcement officers participate in 150-mile run for Special OlympicsVideo

U.S. Rep. Summer Lee wins Democratic nomination in reelection bid

Morning Roundup: Special Olympics torch run launches at PNC Park; $1M lottery ticket sold in Butler County

Camera Bartolotta wins GOP nod in contentious state Senate race

Allegiant adds Pittsburgh to Fort Lauderdale flight, replacing service by Spirit

Tony Guy wins Republican nomination in 17th Congressional District

Education

Woodland Hills district begins formal hearing against suspended superintendent

Woodland Hills district begins formal hearing against suspended superintendent

4 Min Read | 7 hours Ago

Pittsburgh Public Schools board to vote on school closure and realignment plan next week

Pittsburgh Public Schools board to vote on school closure and realignment plan next week

4 Min Read | 7 hours Ago

Hemingway’s heartbreak and the long decline of Oakland’s bar scene

Hemingway’s heartbreak and the long decline of Oakland’s bar scene

10 Min Read | 1 day Ago

Quaker Valley School District officials approve 2026-27 budget

Quaker Valley School District officials approve 2026-27 budget

5 Min Read | 1 day Ago

Jeff Hadley named Hampton schools superintendent

Jeff Hadley named Hampton schools superintendent

2 Min Read | 2 days Ago

IUP increases room capacity as student demand for on-campus housing spikes

IUP increases room capacity as student demand for on-campus housing spikes

3 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Westmoreland County Community College named military friendly school

Pa. joins lawsuit to block looming federal loan caps for some healthcare degreesVideo

Pittsburgh-area school districts say inclusion in national network will boost education, innovation efforts

State Police Academy to count as credits for Slippery Rock criminology, criminal justice students

Proposed Chartiers Valley budget holds the line on taxes

Baldwin-Whitehall School District budget would raise taxes 4.7%

Teachers look to revive the student band scene at Shaler Area High SchoolVideo

Veteran Brentwood teachers — former students themselves — prepare for new school transition

Election

In heavily Democratic California, 2 GOP House rivals grapple in nasty fight over Trump loyalty

In heavily Democratic California, 2 GOP House rivals grapple in nasty fight over Trump loyalty

5 Min Read | 8 hours Ago

Scott Timko edges out Ethan Nicholas to earn GOP nod in 12th state House District

Scott Timko edges out Ethan Nicholas to earn GOP nod in 12th state House District

2 Min Read | 1 day Ago

Mayes cruises to primary win in 24th state House race

Mayes cruises to primary win in 24th state House race

4 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Voter turnout for primary election lags with few contested races on spring ballots

Voter turnout for primary election lags with few contested races on spring ballots

3 Min Read | 1 day Ago

The ‘misstep’: Catena explains controversial mailer following primary loss

The ‘misstep’: Catena explains controversial mailer following primary loss

5 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Voters pass ballot referendum on Pittsburgh’s public notice practices

Voters pass ballot referendum on Pittsburgh’s public notice practices

1 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Where Trump falters with Republicans — and where he holds steady, according to a new AP-NORC poll

Camera Bartolotta wins GOP nod in contentious state Senate race

The GOP’s YOLO caucus is small but growing. That may spell trouble for Trump’s congressional agenda

State Sen. Wayne Fontana secures victory against newcomer in the 42nd District

Tony Guy wins Republican nomination in 17th Congressional District

Jordan Omlor defeats Lisa Gephart for 59th District Democratic nomination

U.S. Rep. Summer Lee wins Democratic nomination in reelection bid

Brittany Bloam beats out Pat Catena to land Democratic nod in 45th state House District

Obituary Stories

Longtime North Huntingdon barbershop owner Donald Nagy dies at 91

Longtime North Huntingdon barbershop owner Donald Nagy dies at 91

2 Min Read | 23 hours Ago

Mickey Winograd, member of Duquesne’s 1955 NIT championship team, dies at 92

Mickey Winograd, member of Duquesne’s 1955 NIT championship team, dies at 92

2 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Barney Frank, a liberal congressman and trailblazer for gay rights, dies

Barney Frank, a liberal congressman and trailblazer for gay rights, dies

7 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Mark Fuhrman, former Los Angeles police detective convicted of lying during OJ Simpson murder trial, dies at 74

Mark Fuhrman, former Los Angeles police detective convicted of lying during OJ Simpson murder trial, dies at 74

2 Min Read | 4 days Ago

Jason Collins, NBA’s 1st openly gay player, dies at 47 of brain tumor

Jason Collins, NBA’s 1st openly gay player, dies at 47 of brain tumor

4 Min Read | 1 week Ago

Craig Morton, 1st quarterback to start Super Bowl for 2 teams, dies at 83

Craig Morton, 1st quarterback to start Super Bowl for 2 teams, dies at 83

3 Min Read | 1 week Ago

‘A life well lived’: Noted hairstylist Arnold Zegarelli dies at 89

Gail Klingensmith, co-owner of Pamela’s Diner for nearly a half century, has died

Abe Foxman, advocate for American Jews as longtime head of Anti-Defamation League, dies at 86

Joni Lamb, who started of one of the largest Christian TV networks, has died

CNN founder Ted Turner, a brash and outspoken television pioneer, has died at age 87

Penn State football team doctor dies at 68 after decades of serviceVideo

Alex Zanardi, auto racing champ who won Paralympic golds between life-altering accidents, dies at 59

Gerry Conway, comic book writer who co-created Punisher character in Spider-Man, dies at 73