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Cam Janik drafted by Pittsburgh
(WCIA) — A second Illini was taken in this year’s Major League Baseball draft. Catcher Cam Janik was selected in the 12th round by the Pittsburgh Pirates. Janik was tied for the second-toughest batter to strikeout in the country this season, named third-team All America and first-team Big Ten.
Long Lines Frustrate Concert Goers at 8 Great Tuesdays
After the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, amping up security is a priority at many events. Organizers of the 8 Great Tuesdays Concert Series are leaning on the side of caution after the shooting in Butler, Pa. on Saturday. The added security checks created long lines and frustrated...
Few residents opt out of $600 million class action settlement in East Palestine derailment
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Few people ultimately opted out of the $600 million class action settlement Norfolk Southern offered to people affected by last year's disastrous East Palestine train derailment despite the questions residents raised about the deal, lawyers said. The plaintiffs' attorneys said only 22 of the nearly 2,000...
No, viral video of man yelling ‘slash Republican throats’ doesn't show suspected Trump rally shooter
Editor's note: The video referenced in this VERIFY story contains graphic language. A video clip with millions of views is being shared online with claims it shows Thomas Matthew Crooks screaming into a crowd and making threats against Republicans and fascists. The FBI identified Crooks as the shooter behind the...
The speakeasy was born in Pittsburgh and is still hiding out a century later
Look into the origin of the speakeasy, and you’re bound to come across Kate Hester, owner of an illegal McKeesport saloon. The legend, captured in an 1891 New York Times article, goes that when Hester’s customers, “a boisterous lot,” got too rowdy and risked drawing police attention, she would wag her finger and whisper sharply, “Speak easy, boys! Speak easy!” The expression took hold around the region, standing in for any illicit establishment that sold alcohol, and then made a national splash in the Times, giving Pittsburgh the dubious honor of coining the term.
Man shot twice in arm on Smithfield Street in downtown Pittsburgh
A man was shot twice in the arm in downtown Pittsburgh on Tuesday, according to city police. The man was shot on Smithfield Street between Fourth and Forbes avenues, police said. The man was taken to a hospital in stable condition. Police said their investigation was in its early stages...
Steelers LG Isaac Seumalo Only Cares About Winning At This Point in His Career
After the 2024 NFL Draft, the Steelers rebuild of their offensive line finally looks completed. The group is now consisted of a good mix of veterans and young guys with Isaac Seumalo being the leader of the bunch. While Seumalo played well in his first season with the team, the offense as a whole struggled at times.
Trump shooting conspiracy theories flourish on X, researchers say
Conspiracy theories about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump received tens of millions of views on X, researchers said Tuesday, highlighting the potential for extreme falsehoods to go viral on the Elon Musk-owned platform. The social media site, formerly named Twitter, was flooded with unsubstantiated claims soon after the shooting...
Defenseman Finn Harding out to prove he's a hidden gem in Penguins draft class
In 2023, Finn Harding had to shake off the disappointment of being passed over in the NHL Draft. With only a handful of selections left in this year’s draft, things appeared to be trending towards a repeat. But in the seventh round, the Pittsburgh Penguins scooped him up at...
Rep Andy Harris calls on Secret Service director to resign after near assassination of Trump
Rep. Andy Harris, R-Md., is calling on U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle to resign from her post, following the failed detail that was in place when a man attempted to assassinate former President Trump. Cheatle acknowledged during an interview with ABC News on Monday that “the Secret Service is...
The Stroller, July 17, 2024: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your non-profit’s community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least two weeks in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number. Donations sought for holiday flag display. Lower Burrell Veterans of...
Thomas Matthew Crooks' Father Profiled by Donald Trump Campaign
The father of the 20-year-old man who came close to killing Donald Trump at the weekend was reportedly profiled by the former president's 2016 campaign. Authorities identified Thomas Matthew Crooks of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, as the gunman who opened fire from a nearby rooftop as Trump spoke at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday. The Republican presidential nominee was rushed off stage after a bullet grazed his right ear, and one rallygoer was killed and two critically injured before Crooks was shot dead by Secret Service agents.
Paul Skenes, Livvy Dunne arrive at 2024 MLB All-Star Game red carpet in style
Baseball's newest power couple is stunting on the MLB All-Star Game red carpet. Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher and starter for Tuesday's game Paul Skenes. arrived with girlfriend, LSU gymnast and social media sensation Livvy Dunne. Skenes wore a white suit and black tie while Dunne wore a "neutral-colored, sparkly dress" for the occasion, she told MLB Network.
California Leaders React to Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump
After the assassination attempt on Donald Trump on June 13, in Butler, PA, various California leader denounced the violent act and shared messages of support with the Republican presidential candidate. While the former President was speaking to supporters, a sniper fired a shot that grazed his right ear before he...
Sloped roof used by Trump rally gunman had 'safety factor' considerations: Secret Service director
Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle said in an interview that aired Tuesday morning that a sloped roof used by the gunman who attempted an assassination of former President Trump last weekend at a rally had “safety factor” considerations. “That building in particular has a sloped roof, at its...
Steubenville uses AI to track public space usage, aiding city planning and business growth
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — The city of Steubenville has partnered with a company that uses Artificial Intelligence to track residents’ usage of certain areas throughout the city. About 10 months ago, the city began tracking how often people use certain areas with the location analytics company Placer AI. According...
A timeline of the assassination attempt on former President Trump
Former President Donald Trump was the target of an assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally Saturday that set off panic as a bloodied Trump was surrounded by Secret Service and hurried into his vehicle. A former fire chief attending the rally with family was killed, as was the gunman. Two...
Radio Host Says Steelers Should ‘Be On The Phone Every Day’ Trying To Acquire Brandon Aiyuk Following Trade Request
Earlier today, we got the first indication of a possible trade involving San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk. There have been reasons to believe his contract negotiations could devolve to this point, but up until today, he had not requested a trade. With that changing, the Aiyuk trade craze is heating back up all around the media landscape. The Steelers, who were mentioned by name as a possible landing spot by Aiyuk himself, have naturally been one of the topics of conversation in this matter.
Pirates’ Paul Skenes gets 100% real about first MLB All-Star Game experience
Pittsburgh Pirates rookie sensation Paul Skenes started the 2024 MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday night, with just 11 big league starts under his belt. After a 16-pitch scoreless first inning, Skenes’ night was done and the first of what is likely many MLB All-Star Game appearances was in the books. Afterward, Skenes spoke about his excitement over the night, per Bob Nightengale of USA Today:
Secret Service added security measures for Trump before assassination attempt
The Secret Service “surged resources and assets” to protect former President Donald Trump before Saturday’s assassination attempt, it has been revealed, due to increased intelligence chatter. There is no indication that the threat referred to by the National Security Council was that of Thomas Matthew Crooks, the 20-year-old who allegedly fired several shots at Trump […]
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