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Ousted after 1 term, Ed Gainey leaves complex legacy as Pittsburgh’s first Black mayor

Ousted after 1 term, Ed Gainey leaves complex legacy as Pittsburgh’s first Black mayor

3 Min Read | 13 hours Ago

Westmoreland County officials sworn in; new judge, register of wills take office

Westmoreland County officials sworn in; new judge, register of wills take office

3 Min Read | 13 hours Ago

Will Menards still build in Hempfield? Extension discussed for Route 30 site

Will Menards still build in Hempfield? Extension discussed for Route 30 site

3 Min Read | 13 hours Ago

Flu, respiratory illnesses rising in Pennsylvania

Flu, respiratory illnesses rising in Pennsylvania

3 Min Read | 13 hours Ago

The Future of Pittsburgh Ball ready to shine on New Year’s Eve

The Future of Pittsburgh Ball ready to shine on New Year’s Eve

3 Min Read | 13 hours Ago

Trump administration says it’s freezing child care funds to Minnesota after series of fraud schemes

Trump administration says it’s freezing child care funds to Minnesota after series of fraud schemes

3 Min Read | 13 hours Ago

Police release details about South Hills Village Mall shooting incident

White-out on Route 119 near Westmoreland-Fayette border leaves 1 injured after multiple crashes

U.S. Steel’s contract dispute with Canadian company heads to arbitration

Western Pennsylvania restaurant openings and closings in 2025

Pittsburgh Councilwoman Theresa Kail-Smith retires

Pittsburgh Brewing Co.’s football watch parties expand to college bowl games

The 25 most-read stories of 2025 on TribLive.com

Got Fios? Here’s how to watch the Steelers game on Sunday

U.S./World

Extreme Midwest cold follows storm that barreled across Great Lakes and Northeast

Extreme Midwest cold follows storm that barreled across Great Lakes and Northeast

3 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Lee Enterprises stabilizes finances with $50M investment led by billionaire David Hoffmann

Lee Enterprises stabilizes finances with $50M investment led by billionaire David Hoffmann

3 Min Read | 2 days Ago

U.S. Steel’s contract dispute with Canadian company heads to arbitration

U.S. Steel’s contract dispute with Canadian company heads to arbitration

3 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Roses in the rain? New Year’s Day parade in Pasadena gets wet forecast. Bundle up for NYC ball drop

Roses in the rain? New Year’s Day parade in Pasadena gets wet forecast. Bundle up for NYC ball drop

3 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Tatiana Schlossberg, a granddaughter of the late President John F. Kennedy, has died at 35

Tatiana Schlossberg, a granddaughter of the late President John F. Kennedy, has died at 35

3 Min Read | 2 days Ago

Judge blocks White House’s attempt to defund the CFPB, ensuring employees get paid

Judge blocks White House’s attempt to defund the CFPB, ensuring employees get paid

3 Min Read | 2 days Ago

The year’s 1st meteor shower and supermoon clash in January skies

After quiet off-year elections, Democrats renew worries about Trump interfering in the midterms

SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods take effect in 5 states Jan. 1

Channel Tunnel disruption affects Eurostar and vehicle shuttle between France and England

Russia’s nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles have entered active service, Moscow says

Israel says it will halt operations of several humanitarian organizations in Gaza starting in 2026

European and Canadian leaders discuss U.S.-led peace efforts in Russia-Ukraine war

Khaleda Zia, former Bangladeshi prime minister and archrival of Hasina, dies at 80

Politics

Ousted after 1 term, Ed Gainey leaves complex legacy as Pittsburgh’s first Black mayor

Ousted after 1 term, Ed Gainey leaves complex legacy as Pittsburgh’s first Black mayor

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

After quiet off-year elections, Democrats renew worries about Trump interfering in the midterms

After quiet off-year elections, Democrats renew worries about Trump interfering in the midterms

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

More musicians cancel Kennedy Center concerts following addition of Trump’s name to building

More musicians cancel Kennedy Center concerts following addition of Trump’s name to building

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

Kennedy Center criticizes musician who canceled performance after Trump name added to building

Kennedy Center criticizes musician who canceled performance after Trump name added to building

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

Shapiro poised to become nation’s highest-paid governor

Shapiro poised to become nation’s highest-paid governor

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt pregnant with 2nd child

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt pregnant with 2nd child

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

At least $18.7M poured into this year’s critical Pa. Supreme Court retention races

After missing deadline, DOJ says it may need a ‘few more weeks’ to finish releasing Epstein files

Pa.’s top election official battles DOJ demand for voter data

Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro schedules book tour as he stands for reelection, builds 2028 profile

Heritage Foundation suffers defections as MAGA tensions grow

Judge chides Ghislaine Maxwell for mentioning victim names in papers seeking to overturn conviction

Nicki Minaj surprises conservatives with praise for Trump, Vance at Arizona event

Trump is leaning on son-in-law Jared Kushner for difficult diplomacy

Health

SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods take effect in 5 states Jan. 1

SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods take effect in 5 states Jan. 1

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

Narcan in schools? Educators react to proposed legislation

Narcan in schools? Educators react to proposed legislation

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

Judge blocks access to UPMC transgender care records

Judge blocks access to UPMC transgender care records

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

Virtual reality opens doors for older people to build closer connections in real life

Virtual reality opens doors for older people to build closer connections in real life

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

New oral weight loss medication expected to be cheaper and more accessible

New oral weight loss medication expected to be cheaper and more accessible

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

U.S. regulators approve Wegovy pill for weight loss

U.S. regulators approve Wegovy pill for weight loss

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

Teen drug use remains low, but survey finds small rise in heroin, cocaine use

Doctor’s orders? ‘Belly laugh at least 2 to 5 days a week’

You finally got a doctor’s appointment. Here’s how to get the most out of it

U.S. awards no-bid contract to Denmark scientists studying hepatitis B vaccine in African babies

Shapiro designates $5M to state-funded research to tackle neuro diseases

Squirrel Hill’s McCormick among GOP senators who urged Trump not to reclassify marijuana

Trump administration moves to cut off transgender care for children

VA disputes memo that says Pittsburgh will slash 10% of its positions

Business

Lee Enterprises stabilizes finances with $50M investment led by billionaire David Hoffmann

Lee Enterprises stabilizes finances with $50M investment led by billionaire David Hoffmann

2 Min Read | 1 week Ago

U.S. Steel’s contract dispute with Canadian company heads to arbitration

U.S. Steel’s contract dispute with Canadian company heads to arbitration

2 Min Read | 1 week Ago

AI prompts increased human interaction at this cyber security company

AI prompts increased human interaction at this cyber security company

2 Min Read | 1 week Ago

Majority of job hunters turn to AI to help land next gig

Majority of job hunters turn to AI to help land next gig

2 Min Read | 1 week Ago

Environmental groups call $135,000 fine for U.S. Steel oil spills ‘laughable’

Environmental groups call $135,000 fine for U.S. Steel oil spills ‘laughable’

2 Min Read | 1 week Ago

Bitty & Beau’s, coffee shop known for inclusive hiring, quietly closes Strip District store

Bitty & Beau’s, coffee shop known for inclusive hiring, quietly closes Strip District store

2 Min Read | 1 week Ago

Why your holiday gift returns might go to a landfill and what you can do about it

Average U.S. long-term mortgage rate ticks down to 6.18% this week

What’s open and what’s closed on Christmas Day?

Federal agency recommends 2 safety recommendations in Clairton Coke Works plant

John Dorfman: An X-Ray view of the Magnificent 7

Consumer confidence slides in December to lowest level since U.S. tariffs rolled out in April

Fast shipping is increasing emissions. Here’s why delivery has become more polluting

Cranberry approves next step for Meijer superstore development

Regional

White-out on Route 119 near Westmoreland-Fayette border leaves 1 injured after multiple crashes

White-out on Route 119 near Westmoreland-Fayette border leaves 1 injured after multiple crashes

1 Min Read | 7 days Ago

Narcan in schools? Educators react to proposed legislation

Narcan in schools? Educators react to proposed legislation

1 Min Read | 7 days Ago

Western Pa. expected to see respite from windstorms, power outages

Western Pa. expected to see respite from windstorms, power outages

1 Min Read | 7 days Ago

State trooper struck by vehicle while at scene of previous Butler County crash

State trooper struck by vehicle while at scene of previous Butler County crash

1 Min Read | 7 days Ago

Western Pennsylvania restaurant openings and closings in 2025

Western Pennsylvania restaurant openings and closings in 2025

1 Min Read | 7 days Ago

High winds, snow showers close out 2025 in Western Pa.

High winds, snow showers close out 2025 in Western Pa.

1 Min Read | 7 days Ago

So long 2025: Here are some events to ring in the New Year

18-year-old accused of shooting his parents in Greene County apprehended in West Virginia

Pa. reports record high monthly gambling revenue, citing rise in sports wagering income

Majority of job hunters turn to AI to help land next gig

1 person flown to hospital after West Kittanning crash

Robotic-assisted technology diagnoses lung cancer more quickly

Icy road conditions on tap Friday for Pittsburgh-area motorists

Oakmont Elks lodge Christmas dinner blends tradition, community, holiday spirit

Education

Penn State board deliberated its business in public more often this year, Spotlight PA analysis shows

Penn State board deliberated its business in public more often this year, Spotlight PA analysis shows

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

Carnegie Mellon’s AI-driven speech reconstruction tool aims to bridge gap for children’s speech disorders

Carnegie Mellon’s AI-driven speech reconstruction tool aims to bridge gap for children’s speech disorders

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

More than 100 academic offerings on PennWest’s chopping block

More than 100 academic offerings on PennWest’s chopping block

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

All 750 Clairton City students get grocery gift cards for Christmas

All 750 Clairton City students get grocery gift cards for Christmas

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

Student loan borrowers in default may see wages garnished in 2026

Student loan borrowers in default may see wages garnished in 2026

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

Hempfield Area joins Chartiers Valley in piloting AI weapon detector created with Carnegie Mellon research

Hempfield Area joins Chartiers Valley in piloting AI weapon detector created with Carnegie Mellon research

2 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

Pitt staff union members to get 2.5% wage increase

Wilkinsburg educator tapped for Penn-Trafford High School assistant principal role

Pitt’s new AI hub aims to make artificial intelligence practical for students and their careers

Students say arts programs at PennWest California are in jeopardy

Quaker Valley School District communications director recognized for outstanding service

Pitt chancellor gets 32% raise but vows to donate it to student, faculty causes

Upper St. Clair High School senior class has 16 sets of twins

Rural schools hit by Trump’s grant cuts have few options for making up for the lost money

Election

At least $18.7M poured into this year’s critical Pa. Supreme Court retention races

At least $18.7M poured into this year’s critical Pa. Supreme Court retention races

3 Min Read | 2 months Ago

MyPillow founder and Trump supporter Mike Lindell says he’s running for Minnesota governor in 2026

MyPillow founder and Trump supporter Mike Lindell says he’s running for Minnesota governor in 2026

3 Min Read | 2 months Ago

Supreme Court weighs Republican appeal to end limits on party spending in federal elections

Supreme Court weighs Republican appeal to end limits on party spending in federal elections

3 Min Read | 2 months Ago

Marjorie Taylor Greene’s exit opens room for new political unknown in Georgia

Marjorie Taylor Greene’s exit opens room for new political unknown in Georgia

3 Min Read | 2 months Ago

How Westmoreland County uses blue ‘pills’ to break more than 200 election ties

How Westmoreland County uses blue ‘pills’ to break more than 200 election ties

3 Min Read | 2 months Ago

Ohio Democrat Tim Ryan, the ex-congressman who lost a Senate bid to JD Vance, won’t run for governor

Ohio Democrat Tim Ryan, the ex-congressman who lost a Senate bid to JD Vance, won’t run for governor

3 Min Read | 2 months Ago

Westmoreland to break 200 election ties with draws from a jar

Federal judges block Texas from using its new U.S. House map in the 2026 midterms

Incumbents, newcomer Katie Noel among West Jefferson Hills school board winners

Trump plans to meet with Mamdani, says he’ll ‘work something out’ with New York City’s mayor-elect

Here are the election results for the Quaker Valley area

In latest major elections case, Supreme Court to hear GOP challenge to mail-in ballots

Voters in the Fox Chapel area select some new mayors but retain many other incumbents

Higher-than-expected election turnout boosted by judicial race, officials say

Obituary Stories

Khaleda Zia, former Bangladeshi prime minister and archrival of Hasina, dies at 80

Khaleda Zia, former Bangladeshi prime minister and archrival of Hasina, dies at 80

5 Min Read | 2 months Ago

Gone, but not forgotten: Notable people from Western Pennsylvania who died in 2025

Gone, but not forgotten: Notable people from Western Pennsylvania who died in 2025

5 Min Read | 2 months Ago

Brigitte Bardot, 1960s sex symbol turned militant animal rights activist, dies at 91

Brigitte Bardot, 1960s sex symbol turned militant animal rights activist, dies at 91

5 Min Read | 2 months Ago

Glen Osborne Councilwoman Mary Scalercio remembered as dedicated public servant, educator

Glen Osborne Councilwoman Mary Scalercio remembered as dedicated public servant, educator

5 Min Read | 2 months Ago

John Robertson, two-time European Cup winner with Nottingham Forest, dies at 72

John Robertson, two-time European Cup winner with Nottingham Forest, dies at 72

5 Min Read | 2 months Ago

Actor James Ransone, known for his role in ‘The Wire,’ dead at 46

Actor James Ransone, known for his role in ‘The Wire,’ dead at 46

5 Min Read | 2 months Ago

WWII Navy veteran Ira ‘Ike’ Schab, one of last remaining Pearl Harbor survivors, dies at 105

‘Buck Rogers’ star Gil Gerard dies at 82

Anthony Geary, ‘General Hospital’ legend and 8-time Daytime Emmy winner, dies at 78

Rob Reiner, ‘When Harry Met Sally’ director, ‘All in the Family’ actor and political activist, dead at 78

Sophie Kinsella, author of the millions-selling ‘Shopaholic’ novels, dies at 55

Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, actor who performed in ‘Mortal Kombat,’ has died at 75

Steve Cropper, guitarist and member of Stax Records’ Booker T and the M.G.’s, dies at 84Video

Eugene Hasenfus, key figure in 1980s Iran-Contra affair, dies at 84