Allegheny CountySep 30, 11:19 AM
Carnegie Mellon University announced the largest individual gift in U.S. higher-education history Wednesday, with Citadel founder Ken Griffin committing $3 billion. One billion dollars will support CMU's Pittsburgh campus, including $500 million for its newly renamed Kenneth C. Griffin School of Computer Science, while $2 billion will establish a new 35-acre campus in Miami.
Westmoreland CountySep 27, 7:03 PM
The Westmoreland County coroner was called to the Cleveland-Cliffs coke plant in Monessen Sunday after a person was reportedly pinned between two pieces of machinery, according to county emergency officials.
Allegheny CountySep 24, 8:03 PM
James Copenhaver, one of the spectators seriously wounded during the July 13, 2024 assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, has died at 76. His attorney confirmed the death, but no cause has been disclosed and there is no confirmation that his death was caused by the injuries he suffered in the shooting.
Allegheny CountySep 24, 7:01 PM
Dr. Idris Evans, a 46-year-old pediatric critical care physician at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, was killed and his wife critically injured after police say they were attacked while sleeping inside their Edgewood home. Elijah Hemingway, 32, has been charged with criminal homicide and other offenses.
Westmoreland CountySep 23, 10:59 AM
Westmoreland County Detectives say attorney Ashley Lovelace took $97,858 from the sale of a divorce client's property that was supposed to be held in trust, then moved the money between accounts as the client unsuccessfully sought its return.
Allegheny CountySep 22, 6:12 PM
Police say former Pitt quarterback Phil Jurkovec was arrested after allegedly taking an 18-foot box truck from the valet garage at AHN Wexford Hospital while a rental company employee was loading tables and chairs.
Allegheny CountySep 22, 11:50 AM
Air Transport World has named Pittsburgh International Airport its 2027 Airport of the Year, recognizing the airport's new terminal, international route growth, airline partnerships and investments in technology and passenger experience.
LocalSep 22, 11:49 AM
A Western Pennsylvania family says an $11,000-a-month IVIG treatment for their 10-year-old daughter was denied by insurance as Pennsylvania researchers begin studying PANS and PANDAS treatment, insurance practices and possible policy changes.
LocalSep 22, 8:15 AM
The National Weather Service says repeated rounds of rain could cause river rises and areal flooding across the Pittsburgh region and parts of northern West Virginia, with a Flood Watch remaining in effect through 8 a.m. Wednesday.
BusinessSep 21, 3:03 PM
Chick-fil-A says nine new locally operated restaurants are planned from Mars to Johnstown through 2028, expanding a Western Pennsylvania network that currently includes 20 locations.
Washington CountySep 20, 9:09 PM
Canton Township declared a state of emergency Sunday after heavy rain flooded roads, forced evacuations and prompted water rescues, while Washington County officials began collecting damage reports ahead of another round of rain overnight and Monday.
Washington CountySep 20, 2:01 PM
Flash flooding was observed in parts of Washington County Sunday after 1.5 to 2.5 inches of rain, while a broader flood watch remains in effect around Pittsburgh and additional rain is expected into Monday.
Westmoreland CountySep 20, 1:36 PM
Tariffs and critical-material supplies are on the agenda in U.S.-China negotiations, issues with a direct connection to Westmoreland County through manufacturers including Kennametal, which has warned that Chinese tungsten supply and trade restrictions can affect its costs.
LocalSep 19, 4:03 PM
Rounds of rain and thunderstorms are expected across Western Pennsylvania on Sunday, with the heaviest periods possible from the morning into early afternoon and localized flooding a concern in areas that receive repeated downpours.
BusinessSep 19, 11:49 AM
A new federal sanctions law gives the president authority to impose tariffs of up to 100% on goods from major buyers of Russian energy, creating a new layer of supply-chain risk for manufacturers across the Pittsburgh region.
Allegheny CountySep 19, 11:11 AM
Allegheny County police are investigating after a man was shot multiple times near Amity Street and Sixth Avenue on Friday night.
Allegheny CountySep 19, 11:11 AM
The retailer says its Ross Township location will close Sunday after it was unable to continue under its current lease terms or find another suitable nearby site.
Washington CountySep 19, 11:11 AM
The Washington County coroner says a 43-year-old man died after being struck by a Norfolk Southern train at the Bridge Street crossing Friday afternoon.
