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Former Greensburg cop Regina McAtee's sentencing delayed in methamphetamine case
Regina McAtee,a former Greensburg police officer, walks out of the courthouse in downtown Pittsburgh after her hearing on May 1. Regina McAtee,a former Greensburg police officer, walks out of the courthouse in downtown Pittsburgh after her hearing on May 1. Massoud Hossaini | TribLive. A sentencing date for a former...
McKeesport Man Arrested After High-Speed Chase, Crash, and Carjacking Attempt, Found with Guns and Body Armor
A McKeesport man, identified as 22-year-old Tyler Stewart, has been taken into custody after a high-speed chase that culminated in a crash and an attempted carjacking. The incident, which unfolded Wednesday night, began when Stewart's Jeep Cherokee was spotted driving erratically and at excessive speeds, prompting a deputy to attempt a traffic stop on Bausman Street, as reported by Allegheny County Sheriff Kevin M. Kraus.
Two Games Added to Pitt’s 2024 Schedule
PITT BASKETBALL SCHEDULE (SO FAR) Nov. 22 vs. LSU (at the Greenbrier (WV)) Nov. 24 vs. UCF or Wisconsin (at the Greenbrier (WV)) Dec. 4 at Mississippi State (ACC/SEC Challenge) Dec. 11 vs. Eastern Kentucky. Dec 21 Vs. Sam Houston State. Dec. TBA vs. Detroit Mercy?. The Texas State game...
Apollo-Ridge aims to rebound in new-look Allegheny Conference
Senior Ryan Lydon said he and his Apollo-Ridge teammates have a chip on their shoulder to get back on track this season and challenge for a spot in the WPIAL Class 2A playoffs. The Vikings were 3-7 overall last year and 2-5 in the rugged Allegheny Conference. “We’re ready to...
Pittsburgh Jewish groups hope to quash a referendum that would force the city to boycott Israel
A city employee has resigned and Jewish leaders have gone to court over a ballot referendum that would prohibit Pittsburgh from working with companies that do business with Israel. Both of Pennsylvania’s U.S. senators have condemned the referendum, which would appear on voters’ ballots in November. John Fetterman called it...
Missed Bruce Springsteen last night? Here’s where to buy tickets to see him Sunday and next week
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band performed last night at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh. Missed it? No worries - you can also see them there on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, or on Aug. 21 and Aug. 23 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. The four concerts are those...
Mayor Gainey Acknowledges Maria Montaño’s Departure as a Step Toward Renewed Focus on City Unity
In a recent turn of events, Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey has accepted the resignation of his Communication Director, Maria Montaño, as announced in an official statement earlier this week. Montaño, recognized for her advocacy for the LGBTQIA community and her tenure in the city government, decided to step down from her position, which Gainey has described as a selfless act aimed at maintaining the administration's focus on the city's safety and unity, according to city's press release.
FNR Top 22 - No. 13: Austin Kerns
PITTSBURGH — No. 13 on FNR’s Top 22 Players to Watch is Franklin Regional linebacker Austin Kerns. The senior totaled 101 tackles, 11.5 sacks and an interception a year ago. He was named a second team all-conference selection last season.
Viral post begs for info on missing dad Brian Posch – but officials warn it’s a sick scam months after he was found dead
POLICE have warned the public about a viral scam urging people to look for a missing Pennsylvania man. Brian Posch, 36, went missing on April 5, 2024, but was found dead inside his truck, submerged in a river four days later. A viral social media post claims Posch is still missing, though he was found […]
Oneil Cruz, Andrew McCutchen injuries turn long-awaited good night for Pirates bad
Over the last ten games, coming into tonight, the Pittsburgh Pirates had been the worst team in baseball. Yes, they were worse than the Colorado Rockies, Chicago White Sox and the Oakland Athletics. The Pirates were winless over their last 10 and they were watching their entire season go down...
18-year-old charged with firing at police in overnight shootout by CelebrateErie stage
An 18-year-old Erie resident has been charged with three counts of attempted homicide and 23 other offenses following a carjacking in which authorities said he fled and fired at Erie police before officers shot him in downtown Erie early Friday morning. The 18-year-old was injured in the shooting, which occurred near where the...
See Which Private High Schools in Chester County Ranked Among 50 Best in Pennsylvania
Chester County is home to five of the 50 best private high schools in Pennsylvania for 2023, according to a new report published by Niche. To determine the 2023 Best Private High Schools in Pennsylvania, Niche analyzed key statistics along with reviews submitted by students and parents. The ranking factors included SAT/ACT scores, student-teacher ratio, the quality of colleges that students consider, and the percentage of seniors who go on to four-year colleges.
Pennsylvania Lottery ticket sold in Carbon County hits $1M jackpot
MIDDLETOWN, Pa., -– A lucky Carbon County resident has recently hit the jackpot. A jackpot-winning Pennsylvania Lottery Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket sold for the Thursday, Aug. 15 drawing matched all five balls drawn, 1-7-9-23-40, to win $1 million less withholding. Friendly Food Mart II on Stock Street...
Gov. Josh Shapiro awarded $1.5 million to grow Pennsylvania’s special ed workforce, but Philly’s public schools didn’t apply
Sign up for Chalkbeat Philadelphia’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system.A new $1.5 million state grant offered school districts and universities across Pennsylvania a chance for funding to grow their special education workforce. But, despite a dire special education teaching shortage, the Philadelphia school district chose not to apply.The Developing Future Special Educators Grant, awarded by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, provides school districts and universities with up to $20,000 over a two-year period to establish “experiential learning” programs for high school and college students interested in pursuing a career in special education.Overall, 77 districts,...
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