Pittsburgh Regional Transit discusses a $100 million budget shortfall, possible service cuts and fare increases at a public hearing, and is seeking additional state funding to avoid reducing services.

Kristopher Connelly was arrested in Bellevue after a standoff with a SWAT team, days after escaping from a hospital where he was treated following a prior police encounter.

The South Side Area School District board voted against furloughing four teachers after community protests and union opposition, prompted by a decline in student enrollment.

A violent crash in North Versailles injured at least two people and prompted a road closure for investigation. The cause and victim conditions are unclear.

Penn State University is auctioning off Beaver Stadium memorabilia, including signage and bleacher seats, certified with authenticity, amid stadium renovations.

The American Lung Association's "State of the Air" 2025 report ranks Pittsburgh poorly for air quality, highlighting health risks particularly for vulnerable groups.

A Pittsburgh woman, Tai Jauna Jones, pleaded guilty to federal charges of credit card fraud and aggravated identity theft, involving over 140 car rentals and causing damage of $500K+.

Elizabeth Township unveils a renovated baseball field with turf infield, new fencing, and lighting worth $2 million, which can quickly convert to a WPIAL-compliant field.

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro ordered all U.S. and commonwealth flags to half-staff to honor the late Pope Francis until sunset on the day of his interment.

Pittsburgh Police found a man with a gunshot wound to the head in Bloomfield; he was alert and hospitalized. No arrests yet; the investigation continues.

Pittsburgh faces showers and thunderstorms with highs near 80 degrees, expected to continue into the evening. Calmer weather with sunshine is forecasted for Tuesday and Wednesday, but chances of rain return by the weekend.

A fire in Findlay Township resulted in two fatalities and injuries to three police officers. An additional person was hospitalized with burns. The fire's cause is under investigation.

Two suspects have been charged in connection with a June 2023 fatal shooting in Jeannette, resulting in the death of Brianna Lartz. Deshawn Russell faces first-degree murder charges, Maleek Green is charged with second-degree murder and conspiracy.