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Gymnast Olivia Dunne Sparks Outrage In Fourth Of July Minidress
Olivia Dunne gained likes for her Fourth of July Instagram photos, but her fans weren’t happy. The LSU gymnast, 21, ditched her signature leotard for an all-white look over Independence Day, and she wasn’t taking selfies from her bedroom. Proving just how high-profile she’s become, Olivia accepted her...
Pittsburgh won't be removing homeless encampments after U.S. Supreme Court ruling
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Do people experiencing homelessness have the right to camp out in cities like Pittsburgh? Over the objections of advocates for those experiencing homelessness, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled cities can enforce no-camping laws and take down tent encampments, even if there is no offer of alternative shelter or housing.In Pittsburgh, the tents will stay.Tucked behind the Allegheny County Jail is a sprawling encampment of 35 tents along the Eliza Furnace Trail."It's getting ridiculous. We have our two kids and I don't even really want to take them past it. They're definitely encroaching on the trail. You know,...
Police looking for man found guilty of drug offenses
Williamsport, Pa. — Despite skipping a June trial, 12 jurors found Dondre Terrell McMillen of South Williamsport guilty of five felonies and a misdemeanor. A warrant was issued for McMillan shortly after the verdict was returned on June 21 at the Lycoming County Courthouse in Williamsport. The 30-year-old McMillan cut an electronic monitor off his ankle the day of the trial, according to an affidavit. A day before the trial,...
Pa capital bombing threat; what we know about Capitol evacuation
The Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg was evacuated Saturday following an emailed bomb threat. Here’s what we know about the incident. The threat came in an email sent to several hundred people in the capitol Saturday evening, according to multiple published reports. The email warned of “highly lethal lead azide...
Biden returns to battleground Pennsylvania for campaign events in Philadelphia and Harrisburg
President Joe Biden campaigned in the top swing state Sunday as he works to reassure voters that he is up to the job. The post Biden returns to battleground Pennsylvania for campaign events in Philadelphia and Harrisburg appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Pa. liquor board ordered to refund millions in alcohol pickup fees
Individuals, bars and restaurants statewide are closer to receiving refunds worth tens of millions of dollars on orders of alcohol not carried at Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores but which were required to be picked up at the state liquor seller’s locations. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court this week...
Rising Latino population drives economic growth in Western Pennsylvania
Jul. 5—New Spanish grocery stores are opening, adding a fresh flavor to the city. Amid the usual Pittsburgh traffic noise, reggaeton now pulses from car speakers, and local restaurants are featuring horchata on their menus. The face of Western Pennsylvania is changing. According to the 2022 Allegheny County Latinx Needs Assessment Report, the overall population of Pittsburgh grew by less than ...
ADHD patients in Pa. struggle to find medication and maintain normalcy amid ongoing shortage
This story first appeared in How We Care, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA featuring original reporting and perspectives on how we care for one another at all stages of life. Sign up for free here. Pittsburgh neurologist Wesley Kerr was diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder at the age of 35. He’d recently moved with his wife and two young sons from California to take a fellowship at the University of Michigan, and work was stressful. ...
Dallas Police Issue Arrest Warrant for Suspect in 52nd Street Murder of Hector Alvarez Rosales
Tragedy struck in the 2100 block of 52nd Street, as a man was fatally shot on Thursday evening. Dallas Police responded to the scene shortly before 10 p.m., following a report of the incident. Upon arrival, they discovered 46-year-old Hector Alvarez Rosales with gunshot wounds inside a residence. His life, marked by its unseen complexities, and stories, was brought to a sudden and violent end, as per the Dallas Police Department.
NY psychedelic surf rock band Cortez rides wave of popularity in NEPA
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. Over the past year, Goldstein’s Deli has ramped up their live music acts, hosting four to six each month and featuring various genres and lineups that bring in crowds of all kinds. NEPA Scene had...
Different Indiana Fever Star Officially Playing In Olympics
The 2024 Paris Olympics is just a few weeks away and the Indiana Fever will officially be represented in the worldwide event. Fever guard Kristy Wallace has been added to the Australian women's basketball team. She will join a multitude of other WNBA players on the roster, including: ...
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