Pittsburgh’s school board reopened debate this week over a Future‑Ready plan that could close nine buildings; directors narrowed a list of questions to send to the superintendent.

University of Pittsburgh plans its largest graduation at Acrisure Stadium, moving from the Petersen Events Center to accommodate a record-setting class and allow for more guests.

Three Columbus residents were charged after an alleged Lowe's pickup-and-resell scheme hit stores across five Pennsylvania counties and involved about $23,000 in purchases. Investigators say phone records and overseas transfers were part of the probe.

Allegheny County inspectors ordered the Subway at 950 Ridge Ave closed after finding a nonfunctioning walk-in cooler, foods above safe temperatures and sanitation issues.

Two people were airlifted after a severe crash on I-70 in Washington County involving a sedan and a dump truck, prompting a temporary interstate closure.

County DHS data and local organizers told a South Pittsburgh Coalition for Peace meeting that homicides and shootings fell in 2025, with Pittsburgh's homicide count at its lowest since 1989.

Lucatino, a new Italian taverna from Slice on Broadway owner Rico Lunardi, has opened on East Main Street in Carnegie with focaccia flights and tonda pizzas.

Thomas Stanko's trial for the disappearance and alleged murder of his ex-girlfriend Cassandra Gross unfolds with Stanko denying the accusations and attempting to shift blame. The jury considers evidence and testimonies from both sides.

A $2,000 reward is offered for information leading to the arrest of Braedon Dickinson, wanted for a fatal shooting in Uniontown, PA. He's considered armed and dangerous.

Judge Nina Ricciardi was hospitalized after a fall outside Pittsburgh city court; the driver who was with her was arrested after police said he showed signs of impairment.

State police investigated an overnight shooting on Coolspring Street in Uniontown. Authorities remained on scene Tuesday morning while troopers continued the probe.

The Diocese of Pittsburgh is closing seven churches due to declining attendance and financial issues, leaving Saint Maurice as the only church for Saint Joseph the Worker Parish.

A Pittsburgh attorney is pressing for accountability after police say multiple Highlands students were sexually assaulted by a former teacher; investigators urge witnesses to call a tipline.