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Funding doubled to $10 million for Pa. grants to enhance security for nonprofits
PITTSBURGH — In the years sincethe Pittsburgh synagogue shooting, Pennsylvania has devoted millions of dollars to protecting houses of worship, people and places that could be targets for hate. Now the state is doubling that funding. The new state budget increases the funding for the Nonprofit Security Grant program...
Pennsylvania Turnpike officials growing garden to donate food to local pantry
(WHTM) — Tuesday’s hometown heroes are setting an example for sustainability. Employees for the Turnpike Commission use their lunch breaks to tend the garden outside the central administration building near Highspire. They’re growing vegetables in a plot of unused land and harvesting them for a local food pantry. The Turnpike Commission says the garden exemplifies […]
Shapiro signs two new bills into Pennsylvania law
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Governor Shapiro recently signed two new bills into Pennsylvania law, both centering around solar power and Pa. energy. HB 1032, called the Pennsylvania Solar for Schools Grant Program, will issue grants to school districts, intermediate units, career and technical schools and community colleges. The grants will cover the costs of the […]
PA’s No. 1 recruit confirms Lasch Bash visit, excited for another look at ‘top-notch’ Penn State football program
The Penn State football team is looking to make a huge impression on several top prospects this weekend at the annual Lasch Bash. One of those prospects who has been a confirmed attendee is the No. 1 prospect in Pennsylvania in the 2026 recruiting class Kevin Brown. As the Nittany Lions look to inch closer to looking up the top prospect in PA.
Armed Suspect Shot by Police in Garfield Neighborhood
Pittsburgh, PA – The Allegheny County Police Department’s Homicide Unit responded to a domestic dispute incident in the Garfield neighborhood, resulting in an officer-involved shooting. At 11:03 a.m., County 9-1-1…
Brooke County reverting to old names for four primary and intermediate schools
BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — Starting next year, you’ll be seeing new names outside four Brooke County schools…but they may be the names you’re already using. Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Crook says this month the school board approved the change for its elementary schools. Brooke Primary North will become Hooverson Heights Primary, Brooke Intermediate North will […]
Attorney General Sues Pittsburgh Contractor for Unfinished Work and Violating Consumer Protection Laws
Attorney General Michelle Henry is taking a Pittsburgh-area home contractor to court over allegations of shady business practices. In a lawsuit filed against Brothers All Around Service, LLC and its owner, John McDonald, Henry asserts that the Allegheny County company engaged in illegal contracts and failed to both complete work and issue refunds for consumers. According to the lawsuit, the company did not adhere to the guidelines of the Pennsylvania Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law or the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act (HICPA), as reported by the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General.
Trial begins for Munhall man charged in 2-year-old's overdose death
A jury trial began on Wednesday for a man charged in connection with the overdose death of his 2-year-old son in Munhall. On May 12, 2022, police responded to a call to James Kraft’s apartment on Margaret Street around 1:30 a.m. for a report of an unresponsive toddler. Robbie...
Butler officials hope to maintain momentum despite Trump rally shooting, while regional voices largely mum
Festival goers buy food and other products during the Horse Trading Days festival in Zelienople in Butler County on July 18, 2024. (Photo by Jess Daninhirsch/PublicSource) The attempt to assassinate Donald Trump thrust both Butler County and the Pittsburgh region into the world spotlight. Outside of Butler, regional leaders are hesitant to talk about the potential effects of violence on the region’s trajectory.
More lane resections coming to Parkway East
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Work on the Parkway East will create more lane restrictions. As work continues, portions of the highway will be down to one lane. It's all part of a $70 million project.Tens of thousands of drivers use the Parkway East each day. While the weekend is a lower number, it may present some challenges for getting around.Starting Friday night, expect to see the orange barrels between the Monroeville/Business 22 exit and Churchill. It comes less than a week after parts of the Wilkinsburg interchange closed as a part of the Commercial Street Bridge Project.With it being the summer season,...
Feds: Drug raid yields more than 100 kilos of cocaine plus heroin, fentanyl from McKeesport, Monroeville, Murrysville, Penn Hills
A federal drug investigation has led to charges for four men who police said were in possession of 106 kilograms of cocaine. That amount, 106 kilograms, is equivalent to about 233 pounds. Federal officials investigating drug activity in Western Pennsylvania executed sealed search warrants for homes and vehicles in McKeesport,...
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