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Century III Mall in West Mifflin, Pittsburgh, PA: A New Chapter Unfolds
Century III Mall in West Mifflin, Pittsburgh, PA, once a significant retail hub, is undergoing a transformative phase with its demolition. The mall, which has been a part of the community for decades, is now set to be razed, marking the end of an era and the beginning of new possibilities for the site.
State lawmaker calls on ‘Iraqi Freedom’ service to analyze Trump assassination attempt: ‘Complacency kills’
The Pennsylvania state senator who represents the community where attempted Trump assassin Thomas Matthew Crooks lived said Saturday when looking back at the tragic rally, he called upon his three combat tours in the Middle East. State Sen. Devlin Robinson, R-Allegheny, served as a U.S. Marine infantryman in Nasiriyah, Iraq’s...
This year’s budget overturns local bans on rodeos. No Pa. lawmaker will take credit.
This story first appeared in The Investigator, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA featuring the best investigative and accountability journalism from across Pennsylvania. Sign up for free here. Harrisburg, Pa. — Under a little-noticed provision in the new state budget, Pennsylvania municipalities will be forced to allow rodeo events to take place in their borders even if local lawmakers have voted to restrict them. Only one place in the commonwealth...
Pittsburgh officials, residents come together to honor Gus Kalaris
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- The city of Pittsburgh honored a local legend on Saturday.Gus Kalaris of Gus and Yayia's Ice Ball Cart died earlier this month at the age of 92.Several people and city officials gathered to celebrate his legacy at Allegheny Commons Park.Mayor Ed Gainey says Gus' memory goes well beyond his product."It's hard to replace a legend, Mayor Gainey said, "but it's really not about the product that they serve that makes them. It's the love that they pour out. The one thing that people will tell you about Gus is that when they came here, he made them feel special."The mayor says city officials already have plans to name a street after Gus in Allegheny Commons Park so his kindness will live on forever.
Pittsburgh Pirates players, coaches spend time at Miracle League clinic
MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) – Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Nick Gonzales hit the game-winner for the Friday night against the Philadelphia Phillies. The next morning, he was in Moon Township, aiding and supporting kids with special needs. It's exactly what the Pirates organization says it wants."Seeing them, the moms and the dads, the brothers and the sisters being just as happy as everybody else. It's really nice to see," Gonzales said. "And it's impactful on them, it's impactful on me."Gonzales joined other players and Pirates staff on Saturday for a clinic sponsored by Pirates Charities, allowing people with special needs to...
TBT Pittsburgh Game 4 Live Doc: Pitt’s Zoo Crew alumni team ends regional opening night against Million $ Worth of Game
After three games in Pittsburgh on Saturday, three alumni-based teams will be back to play on Monday. In the final game of the night, the alumni team of the hosting Pittsburgh Panthers, the Zoo Crew, will try to make the remainder of the regional filled with college representation. The two seed will take on No. 7 Million $ Worth of Money to do so. The game tips off at 8 p.m. ET. The winner will take on Best Virginia, WVU’s alumni team, on Monday.
West Virginia Weather: High Pressure Brings Heat, Sporadic Rain Expected
Charleston, WV – Residents should prepare for a hot and humid day with temperatures climbing to 88°F. The National Weather Service indicates that high pressure from the north and a southern disturbance will lead to scattered rain showers and possible thunderstorms, especially in higher elevations. Charleston is expected...
West Virginia governor’s bulldog gets her own bobblehead after GOP convention appearance
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice’s English bulldog is getting her own bobblehead. The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum in Milwaukee announced plans Friday for a bobblehead doll for the 60-pound (27-kilogram) Babydog. It comes after her appearance on stage with the governor at the Republican National Convention in the city on Tuesday night.
Betly celebrates 1 year of iGaming in West Virginia by giving back
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – It’s a major milestone in the world of gaming for West Virginians! Friday marks the first anniversary of iGaming in the state. To mark the anniversary, Betly Casino and Sportsbook is celebrating with a generous donation to a local charity. They gave United Way of Central West Virginia $5,000! “It’s important […]
Local school librarian nominated as finalist for 2025 West Virginia Service Personnel of the Year
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — A Marshall County School employee is gaining state-wide recognition for her exceptional role in serving two elementary schools. Nicole McCulley is among five finalists for the 2025 West Virginia Service Personnel of the Year. She serves as Center McMechen and Glen Dale Elementary School’s librarian. Her peers recognized McCulley’s dedication […]
Lobbyists file reports covering 2024 West Virginia legislative session expenses
CHARLESTON — Lobbying expenses on lawmakers during the West Virginia Legislature’s 2024 regular session earlier this year were on par with expenses during the same time period last year, while one county government and one public university filed contracts for lobbying services by a July 1 deadline. Registered...
Best Virginia vs. Zoo Crew: Game time, stream info, more for TBT Pittsburgh Regional
A rivalry matchup in TBT action is nothing new for Best Virginia. But this franchise of former Mountaineers hasn’t played in this rivalry game yet. The hoops edition of the Backyard Brawl gets a summer chapter, as for the first time, men’s basketball players from West Virginia University and Pitt will meet on the hardwood in July on Monday.
Meet the West Virginia Mountaineers football 2025 commitments
Get to know each of the West Virginia Mountaineers football commitments in the 2025 recruiting class with this feature from WVSports.com. Drexel Hill (Pa.) Monsignor Bonner wide receiver Jalil Hall narrowed his list of scholarship offers down to a top five of West Virginia, Maryland, Rutgers, Syracuse and Duke and took officials visits to West Virginia and Maryland. The Mountaineers extended an offer in December and things only continued to build between the athletic pass catcher and the Mountaineers football program led by offensive coordinator Chad Scott and wide receivers coach Bilal Marshall. Hall is being targeted at the Z or X position in the West Virginia wide receiver room and gives the Mountaineers an impressive option there with his overall skill set.
Body recovered from Summersville Lake identified as missing man
UPDATE: (5 p.m. Friday, July 19) – West Virginia State Police have confirmed a body found in Summersville Lake is that of a Morgantown man who went missing in the area Sunday. According to West Virginia State Police, the man has been identified as 44-year-old Scott David Saylor. He was first reported missing Monday, July […]
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