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Carnegie Mellon Achieves Robotics Innovation Center Construction Milestone
Carnegie Mellon University has reached a significant construction milestone for its forthcoming Robotics Innovation Center(opens in new window) (RIC), a cutting-edge facility for research, development and testing of robotics technologies in Pittsburgh’s Hazelwood Green development. To mark the occasion of the completion of the structural phase of construction, the university held a traditional topping-off ceremony on July 19 for administrators, faculty, staff, students, supporters, civic and community leaders, and the construction and project management team.
Firefighter killed at Trump rally honored with bagpipes, gun salute and a bugle sounding taps
The keen of bagpipes, a three-volley gun salute and a bugle sounding taps pierced the air of a small Pennsylvania town as hundreds gathered to honor an ex-fire chief who was shot and killed at a rally for former President Donald Trump. Corey Comperatore’s funeral was held in Cabot on Friday. Afterward, three firefighters stood sentry on the back of a fire truck bearing Comperatore's casket, trailed by a parade of more than 100 other emergency vehicles. Officials have said that Comperatore spent his final moments shielding his wife and daughter from gunfire at Trump’s rally last Saturday in Butler, Pennsylvania. Trump didn't attend the funeral because of Secret Service concerns.
Everything Stephen King Has Said About Donald Trump Assassination Attempt
Bestselling author Stephen King weighed in more than once this week about the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Trump on Saturday narrowly escaped death during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, with a bullet fired by would-be assassin Thomas Matthew Crooks causing a flesh wound after grazing the former president's right ear. One rally spectator was killed in the shooting, while two others suffered serious injuries.
Broadsided: Pirates 8, Phillies 7
The Phillies lost for just the third time this season after leading following eight innings as José Alvarado was not able to hold a one run lead in the ninth. Pittsburgh secured an 8-7 comeback win in a game that Philadelphia led 7-4 entering the seventh inning. Despite scoring 7 runs, the Phillies offense still managed to strand 11 baserunners and Aaron Nola struggled to hold early leads.
Allegheny Shotokan students qualify for WKC World Championships
Thirteen students from North Huntingdon’s Allegheny Shotokan Viola Karate Dojo will compete at the World Karate and Kickboxing Commission World Championships, set for Oct. 26-Nov. 1, in Albufeira, Portugal. The group qualified at the WKC national championships June 7-8, in Detroit. Those who finished in the top four in...
Terrell Owens fires scathing opinion about ex-Steelers coach Todd Haley
Haley was most recently a USFL head coach for the Memphis Showboats. He was the offensive coordinator for the Steelers from 2013 to 2017. Todd Haley has strong ties to the Steelers franchise, serving as a ball boy growing up. He is the son of Dick Haley, a longtime Steelers front office member.
Trump shooter’s search history: What we know
The search history of Thomas Matthew Crooks, identified as the 20-year-old gunman who attempted to assassinate former President Trump at a rally outside Pittsburgh last weekend, includes photos of Trump and President Biden, among other things.
Should the Pittsburgh Pirates have any untouchable prospects in trade talks?
The Pittsburgh Pirates headed into the All-Star break as a .500 team. They have won six of their last seven games, and since calling Paul Skenes up from Triple-A to make his debut on May 11, they have a .544 winning percentage. If they keep something like that up for the rest of the year, that puts them on pace for around 84-85 wins. That’s a pretty good pace, and that’s not factoring in any internal improvements, such as players heating up in the second half or prospect promotions like Braxton Ashcraft (who is already on the 40-man roster).
Zoo Crew Start TBT at Petersen Events Center
PITTSBURGH -- The Pitt Panthers might not start play until November, but former alumni have come together to build the Zoo Crew playing in the TBT to compete for a cash prize of $1 million. The TBT, or The Basketball Tournament, is a single-elimination tournament, with this year's edition featuring...
Steelers' Ryan Clark Believes It's Critical Team Must 'Psychologically Assess What Being In Chicago' Did To Justin Fields
The Pittsburgh Steelers acquired two starting caliber quarterbacks this offseason: Russell Wilson and Justin Fields. They both struggled with their former teams. Wilson, who had success early in his career, could not replicate it with the Denver Broncos. Fields, however, seems to have been doomed from the start with the Chicago Bears. Now, the Steelers have their work cut out for them. Thanks to his incredible athletic abilities, Fields caught the attention of NFL scouts. His struggle in Chicago appears to have been caused by a dysfunctional franchise that failed to develop Fields. He is hungry for success, but during his time...
Steelers Competition Bigger Than Expected for Brandon Aiyuk
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers were believed to be one of the only teams interested in making a blockbuster trade with the San Francisco 49ers for All-Pro wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. But according to Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio, the competition is a little larger than expected. Appearing on the...
Pirates Comeback and Walk-Off Against Phillies
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates were behind for most of their game against the Philadelphia Phillies, but they made numerous comebacks, culminating in a walk-off to take series opener Friday night at PNC Park. The win for the Pirates (49-48) against the Phillies (62-35) is the fifth straight and seventh...
Pirates' Oneil Cruz Laces Jaw-Dropping 120.5 MPH Double vs. Phillies
An absolute missile from Oneil Cruz. Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz has consistently been one of baseball's hardest hitters throughout the 2024 season, but his latest blast was impressive even for his standards. During the Pirates' first game back from the All-Star break, Cruz came to the plate against Philadelphia...
Pirates capitalize on bold decision by executing crucial double steal
With an opportunity to match a season-long winning streak and a chance to knock off the best team in baseball, the Pirates didn't just sit back and let things play out after two baserunners reached with nobody out in the bottom of the ninth inning Friday night. They saw an opportunity to be aggressive in a crucial situation and made a bold decision to take two extra bases with a game-changing double steal that helped lead the Pirates to an 8-7 victory over the visiting Phillies at PNC Park.
PREVIEW: Chestnut Street reopens
Chestnut Street is reopen after a lengthy renovation project which saw new bricks and sidewalks installed along the history road, among other improvements. A ribbon cutting ceremony celebrated the reopening on July 16. The ceremony was attended by Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey, Councilman Bobby Wilson, members of the Community Alliance of Spring Garden-East Deutschtown (CASGED) and officials involved in the construction.
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