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Manufactured homeowners still protesting rent gouging
(The Center Square) – Manufactured home communities offer affordable housing options for people on fixed incomes, but in Pennsylvania, homeowners say “predatory” lot rent increases threaten their way of life. Two bills that could resolve the issue have lawmakers at odds and expressing skepticism about their prospects. Manufactured homes are constructed in factories and assembled on-site. Residents typically own the home, but not always the land on which it sits....
Penn Libraries United reaches agreement with Penn, sets date for unionization election
Following an effort to unionize that began in June, Penn Libraries staff have successfully negotiated an agreement with the University and are set to hold their unionization election in August. The elections, which will take place on Aug. 7 and 8 in Van Pelt Library, come after the University did...
Severe thunderstorms spread across Pennsylvania Wednesday
EYEWITNESS WEATHER (WBRE/WYOU) — A potentially strong to severe thunderstorms can be expected to spread across our region Wednesday afternoon and evening. Any storm may produce downpours, small hail, and damaging winds. The greatest area for severe weather will be in eastern PA. Conditions will improve by the end of the week. It will be […]
Stephen A. Smith slams politicians for having ‘audacity’ to ask people to lower political temperature
Stephen A. Smith spoke very harshly against politicians’ requests to tone down the heat of political conversations, saying they are responsible for instigating the current environment. The sports commentator’s heavy criticism comes after former President Donald Trump narrowly survived an assassination attempt during a Pennsylvania rally on Saturday. Smith expressed gratitude that Trump was not […]
Jeannette's Historic Fort Pitt Brewery Undergoes Demolition, City Prepares for New Growth
As the aged structures of the old Fort Pitt Brewery in Jeannette begin to crumble, residents are facing mixed emotions. Demolition was initiated on Tuesday afternoon, signaling the end of an edifice that has hosted a diverse array of enterprises, from brewing to gift wrap manufacturing. According to a report by CBS News, the demolition led by GEMM Demolition is expected to last four to five months, with the company focusing on minimizing air pollution by using ample water to dampen dust.
Bishop McCort grad Aidan Layton drafted by the Oakland A's
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Bishop McCort graduate Aidan Layton will continue his journey to professional baseball after he was drafted by the Oakland Athletics this week. The Seton Hill standout and former Crusher was selected in the 17th round of the 2024 MLB Draft by the A's. Layton graduated...
Penn vice president for University Communications steps down, predecessor returns in interim
Penn Vice President for University Communications Anna Cowenhoven will resign from her position effective Aug. 1, and her predecessor, Stephen MacCarthy, will return to the University in the interim. Cowenhoven, appointed by former Penn President Liz Magill, resigned less than a year into her tenure, which began last August. MacCarthy...
Home health aide may have overdosed in client's bathroom, police say
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A home health aide in Fayette is facing charges after police say she may have overdosed in her client's bathroom.According to Family Choice Healthcare, Nicole Walker, 27, was hired at their company 6 weeks ago. Family Choice Healthcare provides in-home care for clients to assist with daily living activities. A spokesperson said their clients receive service under the Pennsylvania Medicaid – Community Health Choice Waiver program.They said their clients then can choose to hire or fire the aide workers.Brad and Kim Heckman said they hired Walker about three weeks ago to care for their 80-year-old mother Flay."Her shift...
Blind and Low Vision Tennis Courts Are Now Open Across Pittsburgh
Allegheny County officially opens blind and low vision tennis courts at Boyce, North, Settlers Cabin and South parks — the first permanent such courts in the nation. On Monday, Allegheny County officials unveiled the first permanent blind and visually impaired tennis courts in the nation — now located in South Park, Boyce Park, North Park and Settlers Cabin.
Penn Hills Fugitive Armon Thompkins Captured, Girlfriend Alaizah Howard Charged with Hindering Apprehension
After nearly a year of evading law enforcement, 22-year-old Armon Thompkins from Penn Hills was apprehended, with officials also charging his girlfriend, Alaizah Howard, 21, for her alleged role in hindering his capture. The Allegheny County Sheriff's Office, following a concerted effort involving the FBI, tracked down Thompkins to a residence on Elias Drive in Penn Hills, as detailed by TribLIVE. On the scene, detectives discovered both Thompkins and Howard in the basement of the house, concealing themselves in a bid to remain unnoticed by authorities.
Teen In Critical Condition After Penn Hills Stabbing, Suspect Lucas Proden Charged, Allegheny County Police Investigating
A teenage boy is fighting for his life following a stabbing incident in Penn Hills, confirmed the Allegheny County Police. The violent event unfolded on the 1100 block of Hamil Road as reported by authorities around 4:41 p.m. Tuesday. According to WTAE, emergency responders rushed the critically wounded youth to a nearby hospital, where he remains in a critical but stable condition.
Final preparations underway as Picklesburgh 2024 kicks off on Thursday
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - It's always a great day to be a Pittsburgher, but if you love pickles, it's an even better day. Today kicks off the 2024 edition of Picklesburgh and there's more to offer this year than ever before. As of Thursday morning, crews are moving around PPG Place putting together the final touches before it all kicks off and that happens later today when people will begin flocking to downtown for the yearly festival. This year, Picklesburgh is opening early, giving fans of pickles an extra day to celebrate all things pickles. In 2023, more than 200,000 people attended the festival and...
A cold front moves though Pittsburgh bringing us sunshine and comfortable temperatures
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - The cold front that moved in yesterday brought some much-needed rain and cooler temps to the region. The Drought Monitor will get updated later today but I don't think it put much of a dent into it. Today will be a breath of fresh air with lower humidity and highs in the low 80s and plenty of sunshine by the afternoon with decreasing clouds from a foggy morning. WEATHER LINKS: Current Conditions | School Closings & Delays | Submit Your Weather PhotosIt's actually going to be slightly below normal for our highs. The gorgeous weather will last through the weekend with highs in the mid to upper 80s! We are back above normal on Sunday and Monday with highs near 90. Tuesday is the next chance for rain and a few storms with humidity increasing along with it. Stay up to date with the KDKA Mobile App – which you can download here!
Blowout win gives glimmer of hope in trying season for Riverhounds
A 5-0 shellacking of Oakland Roots SC on Saturday night was a welcomed reprieve for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds in what has been the most challenging season in Bob Lilley’s time at the club. It ended a 10-game winless streak in USL Championship play where the Hounds went 0-6-4 and...
Dugout at Josh Gibson Field vandalized by suspicious fire
PITTSBURGH — Sean Gibson, president of the Josh Gibson Foundation and great-grandson of Josh Gibson, was in Texas Monday for theMajor League Baseball All-Star Game when he received photos showing damage to the third-base dugout at the Josh Gibson Field. Police say the wooden structure was completely destroyed by a fire that they call suspicious.
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