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U.S. Steel testing emergency evacuation system at Clairton plant on Saturday
CLAIRTON, Pa. (KDKA) -- U.S. Steel will be conducting emergency tests at its Clairton plant on Saturday.The company will test emergency system equipment from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 27. U.S. Steel says the annual test makes sure the plant's emergency system is working so employees and surrounding communities can be protected in case of an actual emergency. The test will begin with a simulated emergency and evacuation, using sirens, lights and loudspeakers that U.S. Steel says will be heard in nearby communities. The plant's emergency systems will be activated one at a time, and the company says there are five distinct areas that will be tested, taking up to seven hours. Local government and emergency agencies, including fire, police and Allegheny County 911, have been notified, U.S. Steel says. U.S Steel's Clairton plant is located on 400 State Street in the Mon Valley along the Monongahela River.
Clark's Donuts opens in Grove City, sells out on first day
A new place called Clark's Donuts is the place to be if you are looking for a donut or two in Grove City. Clark's Donut's have been selling their homemade donuts across Mercer County and Pennsylvania since 1937. A new location has opened right in the heart of downtown in Grove City.
Superior Court reverses judge's bail denial in Sewickley torture case
Three months after an Allegheny County judge denied bail to a suspect accused of torturing a man in Sewickley, an appeals court ruled that he must be granted bail. Pennsylvania law says that every criminal defendant is entitled to bail unless they face a potential life prison term or there is no combination of bail conditions that could ensure the safety of the community.
The CSPA Q&A: Pittsburgh Housing Authority Executive Director Caster D. Binion
Much like the rest of the state, Pittsburgh continues to seek solutions for the area’s affordable housing crisis. As the longtime executive director of the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh, Caster D. Binion oversees a $200 million budget and the operations of roughly 2,600 units of public housing, 6,200 Housing Choice Vouchers and 700 mixed-finance units. He also heads up HACP’s efforts to provide public housing residents with programs and services that provide workforce development, crisis support and quality-of-life enhancement.
Monster Trucks Live Coming to Erie Insurance Arena
Rev up your engines, Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live is coming to the Erie Insurance Arena this weekend. Prep work began on Friday ahead of the shows this weekend. This event features seven monster trucks and will include a mixture of freestyle, motor cross and BMX racing. Crews have been...
Pirates miss out on Jazz Chisholm, interested in Yandy Diaz
The Pittsburgh Pirates once again watched a potential outfield addition find a new home on Saturday. According to multiple reports, Miami Marlins outfielder Jazz Chisholm has been traded to the New York Yankees for a package including catcher Agustin Ramirez. MLB Pipeline regards Ramirez as the Yankees’ 20th-best prospect, while...
Marcus Martin: From the Puerto Rican projects to his own law firm
Marcus Martin didn’t always know he wanted to be a lawyer. He actually didn’t really think about what he wanted to be. Growing up in the projects of Puerto Rico, raised by a single mom who made $50 dollars a week, Martin knew that college was probably out of the question.
Site of former LA fitness eyed for new store in Bethel Park
The scene of a demolished building that housed fitness centers is proposed as the site for a new store. Bethel Park Council approved the preliminary/final plan for Floor & Décor, to be located at 3000 Oxford Drive, where there previously was an LA Fitness and before that, Bally’s.
Cambridge Springs Fireman’s Carnival returns for its 70th year
The Cambridge Springs Fireman’s Carnival is back for its 70th year to support operating expenses for the organization. “It’s our largest fundraiser, so it goes for equipment upgrades, training, repairs and all kinds of things. The community supports us, and it’s all about community helping community,” said Kathi Camp, chairman of the Cambridge Springs Volunteer Fire Department.
Steelers veteran believes undrafted rookie is 'going to be a great player'
It's not often that an undrafted rookie makes enough of an impression to earn reps with the first-team defense to start training camp, but that's exactly what is happening in Pittsburgh.Undrafted rookie cornerback Beanie Bishop has been one of the biggest stars of Steelers training camp thus far, flashing his coverage ability over the first two days. My thoughts on Day 2 of #Steelers training camp. When will QB Russell Wilson return and who’s standing out? pic.twitter.com/Pjzha9YppL— Aaron Becker (@Aaron_M_Becker) July 26, 2024 Bishop hasn't just impressed his coaches, either. Veteran safety DeShon Elliott believes Bishop's NFL future is looking bright."He's doing...
Pirates designate LHP for assignment again as part of shuffle
The Pirates announced that infielder/outfielder Ji Hwan Bae has been recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis and right-hander Hunter Stratton has been reinstated from the 15-day injured list. They opened one roster spot yesterday by placing outfielder Bryan Reynolds on the bereavement list and opened another today by designating left-hander Josh Fleming for assignment.
CIA Denies Conspiracy Theory That It Used MKUltra on Trump Shooter
Was the attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump earlier this month part of a secret CIA program involving brainwashed killers? That’s the claim being made by some far-right accounts on X, but the U.S. intelligence agency is taking the unusual step of directly and forcefully denying the claims.
Pirates make their first move at the MLB trade deadline
The Pittsburgh Pirates kicked off their MLB trade deadline with a minor league trade by sending outfielder Gilberto Celestino to the Chicago Cubs for cash considerations. Celestino was acquired by the Pirates last offseason from the Minnesota Twins. He had a solid spring training, but was ultimately optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis. He has spent the season playing all three outfield positions and has been a decent hitter at the plate.
Return for Diontae Johnson on ‘hot seat’ with training camp underway
Cornerback became a positional need for the Pittsburgh Steelers this offseason, as both Levi Wallace and Patrick Peterson left in free agency. Unfortunately, it came at the expense of Pittsburgh’s most productive offensive player, wide receiver Diontae Johnson. The Steelers sent Johnson and their No. 240 pick to the Carolina Panthers in exchange for cornerback Donte Jackson and No. 178 pick (defensive lineman Logan Lee). TribLive’s Joe Rutter believes that Jackson is at risk of losing his job. He laid out five players on the hot seat at training camp. At the top is everybody’s favorite defensive end, Cameron Heyward. Here’s what Rutter had...
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