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For trans people reliant on federal programs, election could change everything
Donald Trump has vowed to ban federal funding for gender-affirming care as part of a broader plan to restrict access to these health services. Democratic nominee Harris is serving as vice president under President Joe Biden, whose administration has fought in court to defend or extend discrimination protections for trans individuals. The post For trans people reliant on federal programs, election could change everything appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh hosts ‘Party at the Polls’ to address election ballot issues
PITTSBURGH — The National Urban League was present at the P3 Party at the Polls Fest hosted by the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh on October 19 and 20. According to the release, the P3 Party at the Polls Fest was a free weekend-long outdoor celebration of voting, political action and community building. The event aimed to emphasize the importance of voter registration and understanding out voter options. President Carlos T. Carter, President & CEO of the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh, highlighted the need for voter to know where their polling places are, to familiarize themselves with the candidates and to cast their votes. Early voting in Pennsylvania ends on October 29 and the last day to register to vote is October 21.
Pittsburgh-area voting groups encouraging residents to vote as Election Day nears
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- As the country sits less than 20 days from Election Day, many Pittsburgh-area groups are encouraging people to participate in this year's elections.One of those gatherings was in Homewood on Sunday.Of course, who will be president is on the ballot. So is the race for Pennsylvania Attorney General and other, more local races."The times we're living in today, everybody should get out and vote," Edward, a voter who did not want his last name shared, said.Edward was one of many who took advantage of his opportunity on Sunday. He listened to the messages littered on the ground,...
House damaged by fire in New Homestead
PITTSBURGH — Crews battled a house fire in the New Homestead section of Pittsburgh on Saturday. According to Public Safety officials, the two-alarm fire started around 1:10 p.m. in 4500 block of Marina Drive. It began on the patio and spread throughout the house. One man suffered a burn to his hand and was taken to the hospital in stable condition.
Wholey's Market celebrates Rachael the Pig's Birthday
PITTSBURGH — Wholey’s Market in the Strip District celebrated Rachael the Pig’s 31st birthday on Saturday. Rachael the Pig is a 550-pound bronze piggy bank that collects donations all year for Homeless Children’s Education Fund, according to a release. Wholey’s Market also matches the donation from the piggy bank that will then be given to the organization. The celebration included a birthday cake for Rachael and a check presentation for the Homeless Children’s Education Fund.
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