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Hempfield Area School Board approves $118.7M preliminary budget with maximum allowable tax hike

Hempfield Area School Board approves $118.7M preliminary budget with maximum allowable tax hike

2 Min Read | 3 hours Ago

Wilkinsburg police officer shoots, kills armed man

Wilkinsburg police officer shoots, kills armed man

3 Min Read | 4 hours Ago

The rural strategy: Pittsburgh colleges try harder to enroll, retain small-town students

The rural strategy: Pittsburgh colleges try harder to enroll, retain small-town students

6 Min Read | 8 hours Ago

Allegheny County Council elects 1st female president following Pat Catena fallout

Allegheny County Council elects 1st female president following Pat Catena fallout

3 Min Read | 6 hours Ago

Pittsburgh Zoning Board denies affordable housing variance for Oakland apartment complex

Pittsburgh Zoning Board denies affordable housing variance for Oakland apartment complex

2 Min Read | 7 hours Ago

Buffalo Township man reacts to divorce by trying to tear down home, police say

Buffalo Township man reacts to divorce by trying to tear down home, police say

1 Min Read | 5 hours Ago

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton wins GOP runoff for U.S. Senate, ousting longtime Sen. John Cornyn

McCormick & Schmick’s closes in Downtown Pittsburgh

McKeesport woman arrested over baseball bat, gun attack on pair sitting on her porch

Lee, Deluzio introduce bills to combat zombie mines in Appalachia

Iran condemns U.S. strikes as a show of ‘bad faith’ and begins restoring internet after long shutdown

Pittsburgh Public Schools to hear community input on proposed closures

Penguins bring back Evgeni Malkin on 1-year contract extension

2 hospitalized after raft overturns in Yough rapids at Ohiopyle State ParkVideo

U.S./World

Iran condemns U.S. strikes as a show of ‘bad faith’ and begins restoring internet after long shutdown

Iran condemns U.S. strikes as a show of ‘bad faith’ and begins restoring internet after long shutdown

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Southern Poverty Law Center seeks dismissal of ‘vindictive’ Justice Department indictment

Southern Poverty Law Center seeks dismissal of ‘vindictive’ Justice Department indictment

5 Min Read | 7 hours Ago

Trump wraps up 3-hour medical visit to Walter Reed and declares ‘Everything checked out PERFECTLY’

Trump wraps up 3-hour medical visit to Walter Reed and declares ‘Everything checked out PERFECTLY’

6 Min Read | 7 hours Ago

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop leaks

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop leaks

3 Min Read | 9 hours Ago

At least 1 dead, 9 others missing in chemical tank implosion at Washington state mill

At least 1 dead, 9 others missing in chemical tank implosion at Washington state mill

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As stock market hits new highs, 2 of 3 Americans are cutting back on spending, survey shows

As stock market hits new highs, 2 of 3 Americans are cutting back on spending, survey shows

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Trump’s no-bond policy for immigrants in custody played out for years in Tacoma, Washington

Search continues for 7 villagers trapped in a flooded Laos cave

4 dead, 5 injured in a crash between a train and a school bus in Belgium

America’s schools face a backlash on digital devices as screens saturate classrooms

Democrats feud over stock trading as they sharpen anti-corruption case against Trump

Exceptionally early heat wave shatters records and brings deaths in Europe

Turkish riot police use water cannons ahead of deposed opposition leader’s speech to rally

Officials lift evacuation orders for some California residents living near a damaged chemical tank

Politics

South Carolina Senate rejects Trump’s call to redraw congressional map for midterm elections

South Carolina Senate rejects Trump’s call to redraw congressional map for midterm elections

5 Min Read | 7 hours Ago

Democrats feud over stock trading as they sharpen anti-corruption case against Trump

Democrats feud over stock trading as they sharpen anti-corruption case against Trump

8 Min Read | 17 hours Ago

John Cornyn and Ken Paxton flood Texas airwaves in final day of GOP Senate runoff

John Cornyn and Ken Paxton flood Texas airwaves in final day of GOP Senate runoff

4 Min Read | 1 day Ago

Republicans who have drawn a hard line on Iran pan Trump’s emerging proposal to end the war

Republicans who have drawn a hard line on Iran pan Trump’s emerging proposal to end the war

5 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Progressives land big win in a Philadelphia House primary and hope it means more are on the way

Progressives land big win in a Philadelphia House primary and hope it means more are on the way

6 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Thomas Massie talks about his ‘biggest crime,’ future political plans on ‘Meet the Press’

Thomas Massie talks about his ‘biggest crime,’ future political plans on ‘Meet the Press’

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As Shapiro, Garrity set to face off for governor, here are 7 hurdles that could shape race

Trump veers off-topic during speech in New York that was supposed to be on the economy

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

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

Blanche thrust into Republican firestorm over $1.8B fund as he seeks to prove his loyalty to Trump

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

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

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

Health

Pittsburgh pain experts explain implications of new, potentially non-addictive, opioid tested in rodents

Pittsburgh pain experts explain implications of new, potentially non-addictive, opioid tested in rodents

5 Min Read | 4 days Ago

In a heartbeat: UPMC’s Dr. Saba helps ground against the shock of abnormal EKGs

In a heartbeat: UPMC’s Dr. Saba helps ground against the shock of abnormal EKGs

4 Min Read | 4 days Ago

New cholesterol guidelines include earlier screenings, targeted intervention

New cholesterol guidelines include earlier screenings, targeted intervention

4 Min Read | 4 days Ago

Delayed air quality permits from state, Allegheny County raise concerns about pollution

Delayed air quality permits from state, Allegheny County raise concerns about pollution

3 Min Read | 4 days 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 days 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 | 5 days Ago

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

A proposed additive ban could change New York’s pizza and bagels, some say for the better

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

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

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

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

Business

Pared-down proposal to restrict new vape shops in Pittsburgh draws support

Pared-down proposal to restrict new vape shops in Pittsburgh draws support

3 Min Read | 7 hours Ago

John Dorfman: BNYM, Valero stand out for buybacks

John Dorfman: BNYM, Valero stand out for buybacks

4 Min Read | 7 hours Ago

Oil giant BP ousts chairman over ‘conduct’

Oil giant BP ousts chairman over ‘conduct’

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Greensburg’s Victorian Lady of Academy Hill tea parlor seeks new owner

Greensburg’s Victorian Lady of Academy Hill tea parlor seeks new owner

3 Min Read | 3 days Ago

Delayed air quality permits from state, Allegheny County raise concerns about pollution

Delayed air quality permits from state, Allegheny County raise concerns about pollution

3 Min Read | 4 days 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 | 4 days Ago

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

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

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

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

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

Sarris Candies to open factory store in Washington County

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

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

Regional

Lee, Deluzio introduce bills to combat zombie mines in Appalachia

Lee, Deluzio introduce bills to combat zombie mines in Appalachia

4 Min Read | 5 hours Ago

Roundup: 2 found dead in Butler County fire; 2 women injured in McKeesport assault

Roundup: 2 found dead in Butler County fire; 2 women injured in McKeesport assault

2 Min Read | 14 hours Ago

2 hospitalized after raft overturns in Yough rapids at Ohiopyle State Park

2 hospitalized after raft overturns in Yough rapids at Ohiopyle State Park

2 Min Read | 15 hours Ago

Mister Rogers version wins USPS Stamp Encore contest, will return in June

Mister Rogers version wins USPS Stamp Encore contest, will return in June

2 Min Read | 1 day Ago

Trading service weapons for social workers: New policing models emerge in Western Pa.

Trading service weapons for social workers: New policing models emerge in Western Pa.

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Western Pennsylvania couples share their stories of marrying young

Western Pennsylvania couples share their stories of marrying young

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Western Pennsylvania’s wildest burgers stack up big flavor

Military flyovers scheduled across the region for Memorial Day

Pedestrian struck and killed by vehicle in Washington County

Fayette man electrocuted while attempting to cut wire

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

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

Expect a cooler, stormy Memorial Day weekend in Pittsburgh region

Sarris Candies to open factory store in Washington County

Education

Hempfield Area School Board approves $118.7M preliminary budget with maximum allowable tax hike

Hempfield Area School Board approves $118.7M preliminary budget with maximum allowable tax hike

2 Min Read | 3 hours Ago

Swarthmore College will be tuition-free for families earning under $200,000

Swarthmore College will be tuition-free for families earning under $200,000

3 Min Read | 8 hours Ago

The rural strategy: Pittsburgh colleges try harder to enroll, retain small-town students

The rural strategy: Pittsburgh colleges try harder to enroll, retain small-town students

6 Min Read | 8 hours Ago

Pittsburgh Public Schools to hear community input on proposed closures

Pittsburgh Public Schools to hear community input on proposed closures

1 Min Read | 13 hours Ago

America’s schools face a backlash on digital devices as screens saturate classrooms

America’s schools face a backlash on digital devices as screens saturate classrooms

7 Min Read | 17 hours Ago

3.5% tax increase pitched for Keystone Oaks property owners

3.5% tax increase pitched for Keystone Oaks property owners

2 Min Read | 3 days Ago

‘So deserving’: Hempfield Area High School teacher named finalist for statewide educator award

School cellphone ban can’t be OK’d fast enough for ‘fed up’ parents and teachers

Woodland Hills district begins formal hearing against suspended superintendentVideo

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

Quaker Valley School District officials approve 2026-27 budget

Jeff Hadley named Hampton schools superintendent

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

Westmoreland County Community College named military friendly school

Election

As Shapiro, Garrity set to face off for governor, here are 7 hurdles that could shape race

As Shapiro, Garrity set to face off for governor, here are 7 hurdles that could shape race

6 Min Read | 4 days Ago

Allegheny County Council elects 1st female president following Pat Catena fallout

Allegheny County Council elects 1st female president following Pat Catena fallout

2 Min Read | 7 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 | 5 days Ago

Referendum changing Pittsburgh’s public notice practices may face legal challenges

Referendum changing Pittsburgh’s public notice practices may face legal challenges

3 Min Read | 5 days 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 | 5 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 | 6 days Ago

Mayes cruises to primary win in 24th state House race

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

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

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

Voters pass ballot referendum on Pittsburgh’s public notice practicesVideo

Camera Bartolotta wins GOP nod in contentious state Senate race

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

Tony Guy wins Republican nomination in 17th Congressional District

Obituary Stories

2-time NASCAR Cup champion Kyle Busch dies at 41

2-time NASCAR Cup champion Kyle Busch dies at 41

5 Min Read | 5 days Ago

Longtime North Huntingdon barbershop owner Donald Nagy dies at 91

Longtime North Huntingdon barbershop owner Donald Nagy dies at 91

2 Min Read | 5 days 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 | 6 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 | 7 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 | 1 week 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 | 2 weeks Ago

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

‘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