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Two Democrat Pennsylvania State House Representatives resign
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Two Democratic Party members of the Pennsylvania State House Representatives announced they are resigning. According to the Office of the Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton, both Rep. Donna Bullock (D-195th) and Rep. Stephen Kinsey (D-201st) both resigned. Bullock resigned on Monday, July 15 after first winning a special election for […]
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....
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 […]
Bethel Park, Butler and Milwaukee, and how MAGA hate persists
I grew up in Peters Township, a suburb of Pittsburgh that buttresses Bethel Park, the community where Donald Trump’s would-be assassin, James Crooks, lived. Bethel Park was a rival to Peters Township in many ways, especially when our sports teams faced each other. We disliked each other when those games occurred. And though there may have been a township line that divided the two communities, in so many ways, Bethel and Peters just blended together. The phrase “A great place to raise a family” comes to mind.
Route 65 Ohio River Boulevard, Brighton Heights Boulevard Intersection Overnight Lane Closures Monday Night in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA – PennDOT District 11 is announcing lane closures at the Route 65 (Ohio River Boulevard) and Brighton Heights Boulevard intersection in the City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County will occur Monday night, July 22 weather permitting. Single-lane closures and temporary stoppages of 15 minutes or less will occur...
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...
Shakespeare Comes To Preston Park
Visitors are invited to see Shakespeare in the Park performed at a local venue. The Hobnob Theatre Company will present “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” in Butler Township’s Preston Park Arboretum Friday, Saturday, and Sunday beginning at 6:30 p.m. each day. The non-profit group is also performing...
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!
Aliquippa players and coaches not thrown off after coaching changes
ALIQUIPPA — Whenever there is a coaching change within a program, sometimes there are growing pains that come along with adjusting to a new face at the helm and changes in how the program is run. But for Aliquippa players and coaches alike, when head coach Mike Warfield announced that he would be...
Mars hires teacher, other staffers
The Mars Area School Board made several personnel decisions during a meeting Tuesday, July 16. The board approved hiring Mindy Bramer for a full-time teaching position beginning in the 2024-25 school year. Amy Zollner and Melissa Fox were both approved for mentoring positions. The school board also accepted the resignation...
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.
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...
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