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Concerns arise over lawyer representing Washington County DA in death penalty feud
Two Pittsburgh lawyers involved in efforts before the Pennsylvania Supreme Court to curb the Washington County district attorney’s use of the death penalty are questioning why his office is being represented in the matter by a private attorney who charges nearly $500 an hour. The defense lawyers for Devell Christian,...
Website upgrade, visitor center proposed for Unity-based Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor
The Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor is looking to roll out an improved website and is considering setting aside a visitor information center at its museum headquarters in Unity. Those are two ways the nonprofit organization hopes to better promote sites farther east along its six-county corridor while partnering with other...
Westmoreland Transit: State budget stalemate not hurting yet
With state funding for mass transit held hostage in the seven-week budget battle between Senate Republicans, House Democrats and the governor’s office, Westmoreland County’s bus system does not face the financial cliff looming for other transportation systems, a county transit official said. “It has not impacted us. We have sufficient...
Sheetz to bring more pop-up concert experiences to Pittsburgh
After the All-American Rejects performed a surprise pop-up concert Friday at Sheetz in Robinson, the chain said more collaborative concerts are on the way — including appearances by the Jonas Brothers. Sheetz said Wednesday it was named the official convenience partner for the JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown Tour, featuring...
Proposed laws, school policies target cellphone use in schools
Tony Aquilio is all in favor of using technology as an educational tool. But even Aquilio, Penn-Trafford High School’s principal, admits access to personal cellphones can be bad for learning while in school. This year, Penn-Trafford School District heads into the academic year with a new cellphone policy in place,...
The Chateau, The Grand Lodge at Nemacolin make AAA 5 Diamond list
The Chateau and The Grand Lodge at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort were recently included as members of the AAA Five Diamond Designation list. Falling Rock at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort has maintained the AAA Five Diamond Designation consecutively since 2006. The three facilities and one hotel in Philadelphia are the only Five...
Heinz Ketchup Smoothie coming to select Smoothie King locations in Pittsburgh
After launching the Heinz Ketchup Smoothie, Heinz and Smoothie King say they are bringing the concoction to Pittsburgh. “The home to HEINZ felt left out, but now, Pittsburgh is in on the fun!” the Tuesday announcement said. Starting Wednesday, the ketchup smoothie will be available at select Smoothie King locations...
Despite dangers, South Huntingdon man who died at Clairton Coke Works loved his job
Tim Quinn joined generations of Southwestern Pennsylvanians 17 years ago seeking a good-paying job with benefits at a local steel mill. A few years after the South Huntingdon man graduated from Yough Senior High School, Quinn followed his father, Tom, into U.S. Steel Corp.’s Clairton Works, the nation’s largest coke-producing...
Pittsburgh region sees driest start to an August since late 1800s
After a spring and early summer that saw several damaging storms and floods, the precipitation well has run dry in August. The last time the Pittsburgh region saw no rain in the first 10 days of August, Grover Cleveland was serving his first term as president in 1887, according to...
Morning Roundup: 1 arrested following SWAT standoff in Bedford Dwellings; cooling centers open
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning — Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025: SWAT situation resolved in Pittsburgh A man was taken into custody Monday night in Pittsburgh’s Bedford Dwellings neighborhood after reports of a gunshot fired during a domestic altercation. Police were called to a home...
Pittsburgh’s historically Black sororities and fraternities strive for public service, growth
When people think of fraternities and sororities, they often imagine frat house parties and car wash fundraisers. For Pittsburgh’s Divine Nine organizations, though, the bond runs deeper. The Divine Nine (D9) is a group of nine historically Black Greek-letter fraternities and sororities with thousands of chapters nationwide. Pittsburgh has representation...
Fayette legislator: Convert Penn State Fayette into senior military college
A Fayette County legislator wants the Penn State Fayette Eberly Campus to become a senior military college. State Rep. Charity Grimm Krupa, R-Uniontown, said she plans to introduce a resolution in the General Assembly in the next few weeks to convert the campus in North Union into a military college...
What are ‘gas station drugs’? Medical professionals warn of addictive effects
Easily found on store shelves, the small blue bottle labeled “Feel Free” is sparking concern as doctors and social media users warn about the dangers of so-called “gas station drugs.” Manufacturer Botanic Tonics touts the Feel Free drink as a blend of “plant ingredients,” claiming it provides an energy boost...
Take the TribLive weekly news quiz: Aug. 8
The following is a feature from TribLive: A weekly news quiz: 1. Western Pennsylvania native Mark Cuban’s drug company has partnered with Giant Eagle pharmacies to make certain medications more affordable. Where did the billionaire attend high school? A/ Bethel Park B/ Canon-McMillan C/ Mt. Lebanon D/ Upper St. Clair...
While PennDOT works to raise bridge clearances, it suggests 511PA app for alerts
When drivers try to squeeze trucks under bridges with inadequate vertical clearance, it can tie up traffic and cause damage to the vehicle and the overhead structure. A too-tall vehicle on Interstate 70 struck and damaged the Route 51 overhead bridge in December 2021 in Rostraver. It led to traffic...
VA voids union contracts for 400K workers, prompting backlash
The Department of Veterans Affairs is voiding union contracts for more than 400,000 workers, part of the Trump administration’s bid to weaken organized labor in the federal bureaucracy. Affected employees include doctors, nurses, benefits administrators — everyone at the VA except for roughly 4,000 police officers, firefighters and security guards....
‘Lives shattered’: Emiliano’s vows to reopen after feds seize 16 in immigration raid
Federal immigration agents took 16 people into custody Thursday during coordinated raids at Emiliano’s restaurant locations in the North Hills and Butler County. The agents, led by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, were executing “federal court-authorized search warrants” in response to information that the two restaurants were “employing...
‘Love Is Blind’ TV show casting in Philly
The popular Netflix reality TV show “Love Is Blind” is coming to Pennsylvania — but not to Pittsburgh. Philadelphia is one of five new cities on the docket for casting. The show, which premiered in 2020, is described by Netflix as a “social experiment.” The show gathers single men and...
Southwestern Pa. graduates 1st class from introductory state police training program
Trooper Tristan Fay had no idea what to expect when she arrived at the State Police Academy in Hershey. Now, seven years into her law enforcement career, Fay wishes she had access to the introductory training programs state police offer today — Camp Cadet for middle school students, Hill Impact...
‘The public in jeopardy’: Experts react to RFK Jr.’s cancellation of vaccine research
Pittsburgh-area science experts are warning that the public’s health could be in jeopardy after Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the sudden cancellation of 22 federally funded vaccine projects. The halted projects focused on next-generation vaccines designed to generate stronger and longer-lasting immune responses. On Tuesday, the Department of...
Wildfire smoke mostly missing Western Pennsylvania so far
Wildfire smoke has returned to Pennsylvania, but its impact on air quality so far is far less severe than what the region experienced during the summer of 2023. Chris Leonardi, meteorologist at the National Weather Service in Moon, said as of Wednesday, Southwestern Pennsylvania is seeing some “very modest haze...
Giant Eagle partners with billionaire Mark Cuban to slash some drug prices
Billionaire Mark Cuban’s drug company has partnered with Giant Eagle pharmacies to make certain medications more affordable. As of Friday, customers across Giant Eagle’s five-state pharmacy network may be able to fill their prescriptions for less money through Cost Plus Drug’s Team Cuban Card. The company buys drugs directly from...
1 killed, 2 injured in Beaver County motorcycle crash
A Saturday crash involving two motorcycles in Darlington left one man dead and two others injured, according to Pennsylvania State Police. The two motorcycles were each traveling near the center line in opposite directions on North State Line Road, but they could not see each other because of a slight...
Gen Z weddings are creative, budget-conscious and all about the experienceVideo
With the oldest members of Gen Z clocking in at 28 years old, the “Zoomers” are changing traditions and embracing individuality while planning their weddings. Last year, about one-third of newlyweds were from Gen Z, according to The Knot, a wedding planning website. Olivia Izzo, wedding and special events lead...
Take the TribLive weekly news quiz: Aug. 1
The following is a feature from TribLive: A weekly news quiz: 1. The White House has announced that construction on a new ballroom will begin in September. The 90,000-square-foot ballroom will be located where the East Wing currently sits and hold 650 people seated. What is the price tag of...
