Fox Chapel
LATEST NEWS
On Sports: MLB deems Pirates' rivals as Phillies, Tigers; Paul Skenes' signing bonus record surpassed
Jul. 19—In announcing its 2025 schedule Thursday, Major League Baseball tacitly expressed belief that fans have demanded more of the Pittsburgh Pirates-Detroit Tigers annual matchup. But not so much so that it will formally recognize it during a weekend specifically deigned to showcase so-called "rivalries." Two aspects of next year's schedule that are new for 2025 involve the addition of two ...
Pirates rally to beat Phillies 8-7
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Nick Gonzales hit the winning RBI single in the ninth inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied from a three-run deficit for an 8-7 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night. With the Pirates trailing 7-6, Connor Joe led off the ninth with a single before...
Who are the best Steelers cornerbacks of all time? Vote now
In case you missed it: Behind The Steel Curtain is assembling the ultimate “All-Time Steelers roster” as voted on by you — Steelers fans! Every weekday leading up to training camp, we’ll be posting a poll for you to vote for the best players at each position.
Shady Side Academy grad Porter Markel named ice hockey captain at Naval Academy
A Shady Side Academy graduate was named captain of the U.S. Naval Academy’s ice hockey team for the 2024-25 season. Porter Markel, a 2021 alum, served as captain of the ice hockey and baseball teams during his senior year in high school. The Fox Chapel resident is a defenseman...
Firefighter killed at Trump rally honored with bagpipes, gun salute and a bugle sounding taps
CABOT, Pa. (AP) — The keen of bagpipes, a three-volley gun salute and a bugle sounding taps pierced the air of a small Pennsylvania town on Friday as hundreds gathered to honor an ex-fire chief who was shot and killed at a rally for former President Donald Trump. Following...
Phillies & Pirates series preview, pitching matchups
The Phillies head into the second half of the season with the best record and largest divisional lead in Major League Baseball. They lead the league in run differential, rank second in ERA in the National League, and are tops in runs scored per game. With a pace set for 104 wins, which would set a franchise record, this team has been fueled by a dominant rotation and clutch hitting. Their quest for October resumes tonight as they open a three-game series in Pittsburgh.
Residents question safety, cleanliness downtown
Pittsburgh’s downtown is many things — an economic hub, cultural center, and tourist attraction, among others. Is it a crime hotspot as well?. Downtown Pittsburgh has long been the subject of criticism regarding its status as a safe place in the city. There have been several incidents downtown lately which could indicate that there may be a problem with violence and crime.
Pro Football Focus Snubs T.J. Watt Once Again
Pro Football Focus snubbed Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro outside linebacker T.J. Watt in their recent top 50 players in the NFL rankings. Watt came in as the 14th-best player in the league. Watt was behind Myles Garrett, Nick Bosa, and Micah Parsons among edge rushers. Overall, Watt was ranked as the...
Trump's close call: A detailed time line
The July 13 attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump has stunned the country as it approaches Election Day on Nov. 5. Here is an in-depth look at the events surrounding the shooting that wounded Trump at a Butler, Pa., political rally. Leading up to the rally. Over several months...
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.
PHOTOS: Funeral procession for Corey Comperatore, former fire chief killed at Trump rally
Election 2024 Trump Shooting Merri Cambo, left, of Saxonburg, Pa., and her friend, Jane Wesolosky, of Buffalo, Pa., react as the funeral procession for Corey Comperatore passes by, Friday, July 19, 2024, in Sarver, Pa. Comperatore, a former fire chief, was shot and killed while attending a weekend rally for former President Donald Trump. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) (Matt Slocum/AP)
Man shot in Carrick
A man shot in the lower leg in Pittsburgh’s Carrick neighborhood early Saturday morning was hospitalized in stable condition, Pittsburgh police said. Police were dispatched at about 12:25 a.m. to a business in the 2500 block of Brownsville Road, where the victim had gone after being shot, police said. Two shell casings were found by police about a block from where the victim went for help.
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...
Thousands mourn Trump rally shooting victim Corey Comperatore
(NewsNation) — The devastated communities of southwest Pennsylvania have turned out for the funeral of Corey Comperatore, the 50-year-old volunteer fire chief who was killed during the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. The funeral began around 11 a.m. local time, with firefighters from the entire region arriving...
Top 10 To Outside Top 20: NFL Top-100 Ballots Show Mixed Rankings For T.J. Watt
The NFL will kick off its 2024 Top 100 players on Monday, rolling through the list of names throughout the rest of the summer. Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker figures to land closer to the top than the bottom, though four ballots released by the league show a mixed bag when it comes to where he slots.
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...
No, this photo doesn’t show Donald Trump golfing the day after assassination attempt
Posts claiming to show former President Donald Trump golfing the day after the July 13 assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania, have gone viral online, reaching millions of people. “Imagine getting shot at 7pm and still making your 9am tee time,” an X post with 12 million views says. Other...
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...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.