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UPMC executives gave themselves raises and flew in a private jet while slashing jobs and raising fees
UPMC is a Pittsburgh juggernaut. Its expanded Mercy Hospital and corporate headquarters loom physically above the city when you enter from Parkway West. Some 4.5 million people, including many in Greater Pittsburgh, access healthcare through UPMC insurance, and the system employed around 100,000 people in 2023. As the nonprofit has...
Ellwood City looks to continue its momentum after first playoff birth in 13 years
ELLWOOD CITY — For the past several seasons before Ellwood City head coach Dan Bradley took over the program, the Wolverines struggled mightily finishing near or at the bottom of their conference year after year. Two years ago, seniors on this Ellwood City squad were planning on how it could potentially win a...
Three Mercer County men accused of throwing water bottles on I-79 overpass in Lawrence County
Three Mercer County men are accused of throwing water bottles at multiple vehicles on the I-79 overpass in Lawrence County. According to the criminal complaint, Ryan Long of Grove City, Noah Krofcheck of Mercer and Dylan Root of Sharon, all age 20, are all charged with criminal mischief and propulsion of missiles onto roadways.
Suspect in custody following hours-long standoff in Monongahela
MONONGAHELA, Pa. — A SWAT situation in Monongahela, Washington County, has ended following a chase that started Wednesday morning. County District Attorney Jason Walsh said 19-year-old Emmanuel Houghton was arrested peacefully. He was taken into custody and led into a police cruiser around 7:45 p.m. The standoff took place...
Pennsylvania murder suspect caught in Mexico
EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – Mexican authorities say they have expelled a U.S. citizen wanted in connection with a murder committed in Pennsylvania. The suspect only identified as Donald Xavier T., 52, was apprehended earlier this week by the Chihuahua state police and turned over to U.S. Customs and Border Protection on Tuesday at […]
New website aims to make audit info more accessible for all Pennsylvanians
(WHTM) — A new website has been launched that aims to help Pennsylvanians with their audits. The Pennsylvania Department of Auditor General has created a new website to make it easier for Pennsylvanians to find audits in their county, as well as resources to help them better understand audits. “Our new, dynamic website was designed […]
Study finds Pennsylvania troopers stop drivers at similar rates regardless of race
(WHTM) — A new study is out on traffic stops conducted by the Pennsylvania State Police. Most of them are during the daytime, on weekdays, and when someone is stopped for speeding, they’re usually 20 miles an hour over, among other study findings. “This is so important because traffic stops are the most common ways […]
DraftKings ripped after backtracking on surcharge
One of the bigger stories around the sports gambling world was the proposed gaming tax surcharge by DraftKings which was set to affect numerous states. But hours after one of their biggest competitors, FanDuel, decided not to implement the same surcharge, DraftKings also issued a statement saying they would be nixing their plans. Earlier this Read more... The post DraftKings backtracks after FanDuel doesn’t implement gaming tax surcharge appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Minority-owned small businesses in Pennsylvania to receive more state funding in 2024
(WHTM) — Pennsylvania set a record in assisting minority-owned small businesses last year, and more money will be spent in 2024 as part of an aggressive campaign to help those businesses achieve their dreams. Last year, for the first time, Pennsylvania steered nearly $700 million toward minority-owned, women-owned, and veteran-owned businesses, including a Pittsburgh-based consulting […]
Another national company set to close Pennsylvania stores due to bankruptcy
(WTAJ) — As companies around the country file for bankruptcy and stores close in many states, another national retailer is joining the list. LL Flooring, formerly known as Lumber Liquidators, has filed for bankruptcy in Delaware, saying it is nearly $110 million in long-term debt. The filing comes with the announcement that 94 locations nationwide will be closing, including three in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania protects 247 acres of 3 farms in Berks County from future development
The Shapiro Administration has announced that Pennsylvania is investing more than $9.9 million to purchase development rights for 2,654 acres on 30 farms in 14 counties, protecting them from future residential or commercial development. These conservation easement purchases ensure that Pennsylvania farmers will have the quality land they need to continue supporting families, communities, and jobs in the future.
Coroner called to scene after boy disappears in creek while kayaking
UPDATE: Body of 10-year-old kayaker, missing 4 days, found in central Pa. creek. The coroner was called to the scene of a kayaking accident Wednesday morning, four days after a 10-year-old boy disappeared in the water. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
From Fisher-Price clubs to national tournaments, West Virginia 8-year-old ranks 5th in US Kids World Tournament
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — An 8-year-old from Ohio County is in the spotlight. It’s because Andrew Bieniek has become one of the best golfers in the nation. During the US Kids World Tournament, one of the biggest competitions in junior golf, Andrew walked away with 5th place. 7News took to the green, where Andrew […]
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