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Pennsylvania’s Historic Tax Credit Increased to $20 Million
On July 11, the Pennsylvania General Assembly passed its 2024-2025 budget. It was 11 days past the deadline, but offered some good news for historic preservationists and adaptive reuse developers. The new budget included tax code changes that raised the historic tax credit program to $20 million from its previous cap of $5 million.
Steward Health has not received ‘qualified bids’ for sale of local hospitals
(WKBN) — The Steward Health Care System has canceled auctions for its locations in Ohio and Pennsylvania. According to court documents filed on Sunday in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas — where Steward Health is based — the organization has “not received bids that constitute a qualified bid” needed to […]
Pennsylvania House Leader Wants Trump Shooting Investigated
A Pennsylvania Republican leader thinks the shooting at a Trump rally should be looked into. Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler is introducing legislation to look into the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, in Butler. House Resolution 501 would form a House Select Committee to investigate the actions and response of state and local law enforcement following the assassination attempt. The bipartisan committee would then produce a report on the incident no later than November 30th. Cutler says the committee will not be looking to assign blame, but rather it seeks to discover how law enforcement can better improve practices going forward.
Former Ohio State QB Justin Fields projected to become next franchise star for Pittsburgh Steelers
While C.J. Stroud represented the Ohio State Buckeyes program well in his first year, his talented predecessor hasn't been as fortunate. Former Chicago Bears first-round pick Justin Fields is looking to find his footing with the Pittsburgh Steelers now. A fantastic Buckeye, the optimism around ...
Got a Story Idea? Now You Can Enter the Pittsburgh Pitch Challenge
There are so many stories yet to be told in Pittsburgh, why not yours?. The Pittsburgh Pitch provides the opportunity for all journalists and members of the public to pitch their stories and win $1,000 to support reporting and publication. There will be a category for students, journalists and the public.
The Shotgun/Throwdown (7/22/24): Best Virginia set to take on Pitt alumni in The Backyard Brawl (TBT’s Version)
Welcome to The Shotgun/Throwdown, your daily West Virginia sports roundup (that we didn’t already talk about in another article) with some sophomoric humor and daily distractions thrown in for good measure. And if there’s something we missed, be sure to talk about it in the comments. Programming Note:...
Cranberry Teen Dies In Pittsburgh Crash
A teenager from Cranberry is dead after a motorcycle crash in Pittsburgh. 19-year-old Aiden Tanner was riding his motorcycle on Route 51 Friday night around 8:20 p.m. in the Mt. Washington section of Pittsburgh. Police say Tanner lost control of his bike and crashed. He was wearing a helmet, but...
New Brighton man named Honorary Starter for Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix
A New Brighton man will serve as Honorary Starter for the 2024 Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix. Jim Boffo will ceremoniously drop the flag Aug. 4, to begin the popular Schenley Park race, an honor recognizing his many years of helping western Pennsylvanians get their start in vintage racing. Boffo has...
WATCH: Chase Harler reacts to Best Virginia’s loss to Zoo Crew in TBT
PITTSBURGH — Best Virginia head coach Chase Harler spoke to the media Monday night following Best Virginia’s 91-79 too Zoo Crew in the second round of the TBT Pittsburgh Regional at Petersen Events Center in Pittsburgh. Harler discussed the back-and-forth battle, his time as Best Virginia’s head coach,...
Where to watch the USL Championship and USL League One this week
The USL Championship and USL League One will be available on more platforms than ever before in the 2024 season with national broadcast agreements with CBS Sports and ESPN and a wide range of local television agreements. Each week, this guide is your one-stop-shop for finding out where every game...
Glen Osborne officials considering changes to borough parking
Parking changes may be coming to Glen Osborne as concerns about fitting emergency vehicles through narrow roads grow. Council has tabled amending its parking ordinance until September to hear from residents and first responders. Ordinance amendments include prohibiting parking on the north side of Colonial Place and the west side...
In brief: Leetsdale vacancies, business networking and more in Quaker Valley area
Leetsdale council voted 6-0 July 11 to award a $4,375 restoration project to NWS Contracting. The company was the lowest of two bidders to fix the restrooms at Henle Park. Construction is expected to begin the first week in August. Volunteers needed. Volunteers are needed for a community garden in...
Shapiro sidesteps questions about if he wants to be Harris' running mate
NEVILLE ISLAND, Pa. (KDKA) — Governor Josh Shapiro once again threw his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris, but he stopped short of answering any questions about joining her ticket if she won the Democratic nomination. Pennsylvania's governor was in Pittsburgh on Monday, joining forces with the head of the Environmental Protection Agency, to talk about big investments coming to Pennsylvania to strengthen manufacturing and reduce pollution. At Monday's event, Shapiro said he and Harris talked on the phone on Sunday to discuss Harris' run for president, and Shapiro said he fully supports her. He added that the call focused on...
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