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Pittsburgh’s Sister Bridges to close for lighting repairs

Pittsburgh’s Sister Bridges will close for lighting repairs next week.

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KDKA News Radio

Local wing spot ordered closed after sewage backup discovered

Big Shot Bob's wing restaurant in Penn Hills, Pittsburgh, closed by Allegheny County Health Department due to sewage backup and 15 inspection violations.

Pittsburgh, PA · 4d

WPXI Pittsburgh

11 Investigates: Community leaders left in the dark on decision to remove airport approach lights

West Mifflin borough leaders say they were not notified about plans to turn off approach lights at the county airport until 11 Investigates told them.

West Mifflin, PA · 1d

WPXI Pittsburgh

Drivers call for safety improvements at Beaver County intersection after another crash

Another crash at the intersection of Route 51 and Route 168 in South Beaver is renewing calls from neighbors and drivers to have a red light installed at the intersection.

Beaver County, PA · 3d

wesanews.org

Allegheny County will make negligent landlords pay to rehouse displaced tenants

An update to Allegheny County’s health code will financially penalize landlords whose tenants must be temporarily rehoused in an emergency due to poor housing conditions, such as a lack of heat in the winter. County Executive Sara Innamorato signed the bill during a ceremony in West Mifflin Thursday afternoon.

Allegheny County, PA · 1d

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Cranberry Township officials, residents talk traffic

CRANBERRY TWP — Township Supervisor Anthony Bertolino has seen the township experience substantial growth in the more than 35 years he has lived there. “For the last 25 years — maybe longer — the No. 1 issue is traffic,” he said at the fifth Cranberry Conversations on Tuesday, Nov. 10, addressing dozens of residents in the crowd. “We're aware of the problem. We know that it's there.”

Cranberry Twp, PA · 3d

CBS Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh International Airport impacted by FAA's nationwide ground stop

The Federal Aviation Administration issued a nationwide ground stop on all departing flights, including at the Pittsburgh International Airport.

Pittsburgh, PA · 20h

WPXI Pittsburgh

Dog rescued from house fire in Westmoreland County

Emergency crews responded to a house fire Thursday in Westmoreland County.

Westmoreland County, PA · 2d

WPXI Pittsburgh

Greensburg kicks off holiday season with lineup of festive events

Greensburg is kicking off its holiday season with the Westmoreland Museum of American Art’s Winter Wonderland event, launching the city’s busiest time of the year. The downtown celebration typically draws more than 1,000 visitors to the museum.

Greensburg, PA · 21h

cranberryeagle.com

Mars Area High School evacuated Friday morning for reported odor of gas

Mars Area High School was evacuated Friday morning, Nov. 13, due to an odor of gas in multiple areas of the building, according to Butler County Emergency Services dispatch recordings. The gas company was requested to the school for the potential leak, which was reported before 9 a.m. “Responding emergency...

Mars, PA · 1d

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Route 837 Duquesne Boulevard Utility Work Begins Monday in Allegheny County

Intermittent traffic stoppages to occur. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is announcing utility work on Route 837 (Duquesne Boulevard) in the City of Duquesne and West Mifflin Borough, Allegheny County will begin Monday, November 16 weather permitting. There will be single-lane restrictions controlled by flaggers and intermittent traffic stoppages...

Allegheny County, PA · 1d

The Conversation U.S.

Allegheny County has more license plate readers than any other Pa. county. Here’s what’s at stake

Pennsylvania lawmakers are moving to rein in license plate readers. A criminal justice scholar explains where their proposals fall between public safety and privacy.

Allegheny County, PA · 1d

WPXI Pittsburgh

City of Pittsburgh now accepting applications for 2026-27 Snow Angels program

The City of Pittsburgh is now accepting applications for the 2026-27 Snow Angels program.

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

Developer seeks to replace walk-ups near PPG Paints Arena with 7-story apartment building

A South Fayette-based development group wants to tear down three buildings across from PPG Paints Arena and replace them with a seven-story apartment building — though details from the group remain sparse. The buildings — brick, three-story office walk-ups located at 1100-1106 Fifth Ave. — are vacant and currently...

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Letter to the editor: Westmoreland County mismanagement

Westmoreland County Commissioner Ted Kopas seems to be the spokesperson for the commissioners, and often directs the word “mismanagement” at the county sheriff’s office. He should look in the mirror. The commissioners claim the county is in a financial crisis and there is a need to eliminate...

Westmoreland County, PA · 1d

USA TODAY

Medicaid recipients face new renewal requirements beginning in 2027

Allegheny County officials are launching a communitywide campaign to help residents maintain Medicaid coverage as new federal eligibility requirements take effect Jan. 1, 2027. The changes, enacted under the federal Big Beautiful Bill Act, will require many Medicaid recipients to renew their coverage every six months and answer additional questions on lengthy renewal forms. County officials and health care providers say the outreach effort is intended to prevent eligible residents from losing coverage because they miss deadlines or struggle to navigate the renewal process. “Too many people risk losing health coverage even if they are working or eligible for exemptions simply because they are unaware of new requirements or don’t know where to turn for help,” County Executive Sara Innamorato said. Organizations across the county team up The Allegheny County Department of Human Services is partnering with health care providers and community organizations to offer training, public information sessions, text reminders and online advertising. Through a partnership with the UPMC Neighborhood Outreach Center, grassroots organizations will receive training to help residents navigate Pennsylvania’s online Medicaid system . Community office hours also will provide hands-on assistance. A series of town halls will give residents opportunities to ask questions and learn about

Allegheny County, PA · 1d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

Developer seeks input on proposed Jayhawk Commons development in Jeannette

A proposed commercial and residential development at the former Monsour Medical Center property is on hold while the developer gathers feedback from nearby residents. A letter was sent to about 130 households in Jeannette this month seeking feedback which will drive how the project moves forward. “The gist of the...

Jeannette, PA · 2d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

After 3-year wait, Shaler Area teacher and Army veteran gets a service dog, his 24/7 guardian

After years of planning, physical education teacher Adam Rosenwald is welcoming a service dog into his life. Rosenwald served in the Army from 2005-08. He is involved with the Pittsburgh Warriors organization, a hockey team actively trying to reduce the number of veteran suicides in the United States. Being involved...

Pittsburgh, PA · 2d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

Backbone Road connecting Sewickley Heights and Bell Acres has reopened

A road connecting Sewickley Heights and Bell Acres boroughs that has been closed for more than two years due to landslides has reopened. Traffic flow resumed along Backbone Road on Nov. 6. Sewickley Heights borough manager Nathan Briggs said he was involved in a final walk through with the borough...

Sewickley, PA · 2d

WPXI Pittsburgh

At first major hurdle, homeless shelter proposal divides Polish Hill

More than 100 people filled a meeting room underneath the Pittsburgh Housing Authority offices Thursday to speak for and against a proposed homeless shelter in Polish Hill.