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While it’s too soon to call it a trend, several local troupes staged concurrent hits this fall, defying a national pattern that’s seen audiences stagnate and companies shut their doors.
Hits buoy Pittsburgh theater community, defying a national pattern
While it’s too soon to call it a trend, several local troupes staged concurrent hits this fall, defying a national pattern that’s seen audiences stagnate and companies shut their doors.
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November 27, 2025 at 2:53 PM
While it’s too soon to call it a trend, several local troupes staged concurrent hits this fall, defying a national pattern that’s seen audiences stagnate and companies shut their doors.
Now in its 15th year, Play it Forward Pittsburgh plans to serve more than 2,000 families this season.
The group is asking for donations of toys, puzzles, games, sports equipment, and art supplies for children up to 12 years old.
The group is asking for donations of toys, puzzles, games, sports equipment, and art supplies for children up to 12 years old.
Nonprofit asks Pittsburghers to clean out play rooms, donate to kids in need
The group is asking for donations of toys, puzzles, games, sports equipment, and art supplies for children up to 12 years old.
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November 26, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Now in its 15th year, Play it Forward Pittsburgh plans to serve more than 2,000 families this season.
The group is asking for donations of toys, puzzles, games, sports equipment, and art supplies for children up to 12 years old.
The group is asking for donations of toys, puzzles, games, sports equipment, and art supplies for children up to 12 years old.
UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pgh filed a response to a federal subpoena seeking the medical records of the health system’s young transgender patients.
In court records, UPMC testified that it has “to date… not disclosed to the government any information or other materials” relevant to the case.
In court records, UPMC testified that it has “to date… not disclosed to the government any information or other materials” relevant to the case.
UPMC weighs in on federal case over the health records of its young transgender patients
Though UPMC’s filing urges the court to delay the sharing of patient records and provider notes, it stops short of arguing against complying with the DOJ subpoena altogether.
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November 26, 2025 at 8:24 PM
UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pgh filed a response to a federal subpoena seeking the medical records of the health system’s young transgender patients.
In court records, UPMC testified that it has “to date… not disclosed to the government any information or other materials” relevant to the case.
In court records, UPMC testified that it has “to date… not disclosed to the government any information or other materials” relevant to the case.
At issue is the $3.9 billion Continuum of Care program operated under the auspices of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Congress established Continuum of Care in 1987 to fund local efforts combating homelessness.
Shapiro joins multi-state lawsuit to retain federal money to address homelessness
Gov. Josh Shapiro has joined 20 states in yet another lawsuit against the Trump administration — this time for cutting the amount of housing assistance available under the federal government’s primary...
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November 26, 2025 at 6:55 PM
At issue is the $3.9 billion Continuum of Care program operated under the auspices of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Congress established Continuum of Care in 1987 to fund local efforts combating homelessness.
Pittsburgh Public Schools board members voted down the district’s Future-Ready Plan on Tuesday night. The plan would have set in motion the permanent closure of nine school buildings at the end of this school year.
Pittsburgh Public Schools board votes down consolidation plan, rendering its fate unclear
Pittsburgh Public Schools board members voted down the district’s Future-Ready Plan on Tuesday night. The plan would have set in motion the permanent closure of nine school buildings at the end of thi...
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November 26, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Pittsburgh Public Schools board members voted down the district’s Future-Ready Plan on Tuesday night. The plan would have set in motion the permanent closure of nine school buildings at the end of this school year.
Deluzio posted a group statement from the legislators Tuesday afternoon, confirming that the FBI had requested interviews, and contending that President Donald Trump “is using the FBI as a tool to intimidate and harass members of Congress.
FBI seeks interviews on video message by Deluzio and other Dems, as they decry 'intimidation'
Deluzio posted a group statement from the legislators Tuesday afternoon, confirming that the FBI had requested interviews, and contending that President Donald Trump “is using the FBI as a tool to int...
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November 25, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Deluzio posted a group statement from the legislators Tuesday afternoon, confirming that the FBI had requested interviews, and contending that President Donald Trump “is using the FBI as a tool to intimidate and harass members of Congress.
Many of the speakers, for months, have repeatedly called on the district to halt its Future-Ready Plan, which would shutter nine school buildings and implement a series of sweeping changes next year.
Calls against Pittsburgh school closures reach fever pitch ahead of board vote
More than 80 district parents, students and staff members testified before the board Monday night, a day before the board is slated to vote on the plan. Many of the speakers, for months, have repeated...
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November 25, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Many of the speakers, for months, have repeatedly called on the district to halt its Future-Ready Plan, which would shutter nine school buildings and implement a series of sweeping changes next year.
The decision angered supporters of government transparency who argue that it weakens the state’s Sunshine Act, which sets requirements for conducting official business in public view.
Pa. Supreme Court eases 24-hour notice rule for local officials, angering transparency advocates
In a 4-3 decision, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled Monday that local agencies do not need to give 24-hour notice when making changes to public meeting agendas — as long as a majority of the body ...
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November 24, 2025 at 11:22 PM
The decision angered supporters of government transparency who argue that it weakens the state’s Sunshine Act, which sets requirements for conducting official business in public view.
The Allegheny County Board of Elections certified results from the Nov. 4 elections with little fanfare on Monday morning — but not before one Republican leader turned up to warn that the board’s legitimacy could be at risk in the future if it didn’t include a GOP representative.
Allegheny County certifies election results, as GOP warns exclusion from board will erode trust
The Allegheny County Board of Elections voted unanimously Monday to certify the results, but Republicans say one outcome will exclude them from the board itself.
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November 24, 2025 at 8:01 PM
The Allegheny County Board of Elections certified results from the Nov. 4 elections with little fanfare on Monday morning — but not before one Republican leader turned up to warn that the board’s legitimacy could be at risk in the future if it didn’t include a GOP representative.
The clinical trial is led by two assistant professors at Pitt: radiation oncologist Dr. Parul Barry and physician-scientist Dr. Ravi Patel. The trial aims to shrink tumors with highly targeted doses of radiation before removal.
Aiming for gentler breast cancer care, Pitt doctors deliver radiation before surgery — not after
Researchers at the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center are testing a new approach to treating early-stage breast cancer — delivering radiation before surgery instead of after.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:53 PM
The clinical trial is led by two assistant professors at Pitt: radiation oncologist Dr. Parul Barry and physician-scientist Dr. Ravi Patel. The trial aims to shrink tumors with highly targeted doses of radiation before removal.
Pittsburgh's city councilors have yet to make up their minds on what changes they want to propose to Mayor Ed Gainey's 2026 budget plan — but a tax increase or potential cuts both seem to be on the table.
Pittsburgh City Council mulls potential tax hike, cuts in 2026 budget process
Pittsburgh's city councilors have yet to make up their minds on what changes they want to propose to Mayor Ed Gainey's 2026 budget plan — but a tax increase or potential cuts both seem to be on the ta...
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November 24, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Pittsburgh's city councilors have yet to make up their minds on what changes they want to propose to Mayor Ed Gainey's 2026 budget plan — but a tax increase or potential cuts both seem to be on the table.
A new program will offer one-on-one long-term financial counseling to Allegheny County residents. These legacy planning services will help people prepare for what happens to large assets — such as a house or bank account — when they die.
All Allegheny County residents can now access free legacy planning under new program
A new program will offer one-on-one long-term financial counseling to Allegheny County residents.
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November 19, 2025 at 10:30 PM
A new program will offer one-on-one long-term financial counseling to Allegheny County residents. These legacy planning services will help people prepare for what happens to large assets — such as a house or bank account — when they die.
The West Virginia University Health System is expanding its reach into western Pennsylvania. Morgantown-based WVU Medicine announced Wednesday that it is acquiring Independence Health System, the Greater Pittsburgh region’s third largest medical provider.
WVU Medicine acquires Independence Health System’s 5 hospitals
Independence Health System oversees Butler Memorial, Clarion, Frick, Latrobe and Westmoreland Hospitals. The western Pennsylvania system has a 10-county footprint and a combined bed count of 925.
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November 19, 2025 at 7:01 PM
The West Virginia University Health System is expanding its reach into western Pennsylvania. Morgantown-based WVU Medicine announced Wednesday that it is acquiring Independence Health System, the Greater Pittsburgh region’s third largest medical provider.
Duquesne University is elevating Provost David Dausey to be its 14th president as the school seeks to grow its national reputation and attract more students.
Dausey will take over the presidency in July. Current President Ken Gormley will become Chancellor.
Dausey will take over the presidency in July. Current President Ken Gormley will become Chancellor.
Duquesne names provost, Pittsburgh-area native David Dausey as 14th president
Duquesne University is elevating Provost David Dausey to be its 14th president as the school seeks to grow its national reputation and attract more students.
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November 19, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Duquesne University is elevating Provost David Dausey to be its 14th president as the school seeks to grow its national reputation and attract more students.
Dausey will take over the presidency in July. Current President Ken Gormley will become Chancellor.
Dausey will take over the presidency in July. Current President Ken Gormley will become Chancellor.
Participation in the program would have imposed fees on polluters for carbon emissions that drive global warming, and used the proceeds to fund renewable energy projects. But the initiative was a casualty of the state budget deal signed last week.
Harrisburg GOP, union leaders celebrate the end of Pa. greenhouse gas program
Harrisburg Republicans and energy-sector workers are taking a post-budget victory lap, celebrating Pennsylvania’s withdrawal from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. Meanwhile, those who supported...
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November 18, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Participation in the program would have imposed fees on polluters for carbon emissions that drive global warming, and used the proceeds to fund renewable energy projects. But the initiative was a casualty of the state budget deal signed last week.
Point Park University plans to buy the former YWCA of Greater Pittsburgh’s Downtown headquarters, as part of the school’s contribution to revitalizing the neighborhood.
Point Park moves to buy former Downtown YWCA building
University president Chris Brussalis made the announcement at a Tuesday morning event highlighting Downtown development.
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November 18, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Point Park University plans to buy the former YWCA of Greater Pittsburgh’s Downtown headquarters, as part of the school’s contribution to revitalizing the neighborhood.
The first passengers arrived in Pittsburgh International Airport's new $1.7 billion landside terminal Tuesday around 2 a.m. Here's a look inside the terminal on the morning of opening day.
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November 18, 2025 at 8:50 PM
The first passengers arrived in Pittsburgh International Airport's new $1.7 billion landside terminal Tuesday around 2 a.m. Here's a look inside the terminal on the morning of opening day.
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Pittsburgh City Council is set to debate what should be done about a controversial $6 million project to create a comprehensive plan for the city’s future — with one council skeptic hoping to pause the initiative and spend some of the money elsewhere.
Pittsburgh City Council to consider pausing comprehensive plan process for city
Pittsburgh City Council is set to debate what should be done about a controversial $6 million project to create a comprehensive plan for the city’s future — with one council skeptic hoping to pause th...
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November 18, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Pittsburgh City Council is set to debate what should be done about a controversial $6 million project to create a comprehensive plan for the city’s future — with one council skeptic hoping to pause the initiative and spend some of the money elsewhere.
The package creates a new $25 million Childcare Recruitment and Retention line item — the first early childhood education line item in almost two decades, according to field experts. Funds will provide around $450 in direct payments to childcare teachers.
New Pennsylvania childcare funding aims to reopen classrooms and reduce waitlists
Pennsylvania’s newly passed state budget includes a new investment in childcare — one leaders say is aimed squarely at the state’s ongoing staffing crisis and the families caught in it.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:51 PM
The package creates a new $25 million Childcare Recruitment and Retention line item — the first early childhood education line item in almost two decades, according to field experts. Funds will provide around $450 in direct payments to childcare teachers.
Starting Tuesday at 2 a.m. passengers arriving at PIT won’t have to hop on the tram to get to their gates. Instead, they’ll be the first to experience PIT’s new $1.7B landside terminal with its high twinkling ceilings and a short walk to gates after the security check.
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Pittsburgh International Airport's new terminal opens Tuesday. Here's what you need to know
Pittsburgh International Airport's new $1.7 billion terminal opens on Tuesday. It features new parking, smart scanners at security and other upgrades. Here's what travelers need to know on opening day...
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November 17, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Starting Tuesday at 2 a.m. passengers arriving at PIT won’t have to hop on the tram to get to their gates. Instead, they’ll be the first to experience PIT’s new $1.7B landside terminal with its high twinkling ceilings and a short walk to gates after the security check.
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The average American throws out almost 5 pounds of solid waste each day. One local musician aims to reduce waste by giving trash a second life.
The rhythm of recycling: How a Philly-based master musician crafts instruments from the trash
The average American throws out almost 5 pounds of solid waste each day. One local musician aims to reduce waste by giving trash a second life.
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November 16, 2025 at 1:17 PM
The average American throws out almost 5 pounds of solid waste each day. One local musician aims to reduce waste by giving trash a second life.
In a social media post, which included a photograph showing cuts on his face, the first-term U.S. senator and former Pennsylvania lieutenant governor said he was home with his family and "overwhelmed [and] profoundly grateful for all the well-wishes."
Pa. Sen. Fetterman released from UPMC, returns home to Braddock after heart episode, fall
In a social media post, which included a photograph showing cuts on his face, the first-term U.S. senator and former Pennsylvania lieutenant governor said he was home with his family and "overwhelmed ...
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November 15, 2025 at 10:57 PM
In a social media post, which included a photograph showing cuts on his face, the first-term U.S. senator and former Pennsylvania lieutenant governor said he was home with his family and "overwhelmed [and] profoundly grateful for all the well-wishes."
After a period of psychiatric hospital closures and investment in community support, Pennsylvania has shifted focus to the most restrictive care possible.
Funding cuts, lawsuits, and fear derailed Pa.'s plan to close state hospitals
After a period of psychiatric hospital closures and investment in community support, Pennsylvania has shifted focus to the most restrictive care possible.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:41 PM
After a period of psychiatric hospital closures and investment in community support, Pennsylvania has shifted focus to the most restrictive care possible.
The heart health condition officials say caused Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman’s fall Thursday could have been deadly if it wasn’t immediately treated, according to cardiologists. And the first-term Democrat’s life was likely saved by an implant given to him after a stroke more than 3 years ago.
Pa. Sen. John Fetterman's heart condition could have posed deadly threat, experts say
The heart health condition officials say caused Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman’s fall Thursday could have been deadly if it wasn’t immediately treated, according to cardiologists.
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November 14, 2025 at 10:17 PM
The heart health condition officials say caused Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman’s fall Thursday could have been deadly if it wasn’t immediately treated, according to cardiologists. And the first-term Democrat’s life was likely saved by an implant given to him after a stroke more than 3 years ago.
Allegheny County Democrats claimed big victories in numerous high-profile races last week, starting with an unusually contentious state Supreme Court retention fight. But what may be at least as notable is the success they also had far down the ballot, where national pundits rarely look.
Allegheny County Democrats tout down ballot wins from tax collector to township supervisor
Allegheny County Democrats claimed big victories in numerous high-profile races last week, but they also picked up offices from tax collector to township supervisor.
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November 13, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Allegheny County Democrats claimed big victories in numerous high-profile races last week, starting with an unusually contentious state Supreme Court retention fight. But what may be at least as notable is the success they also had far down the ballot, where national pundits rarely look.