The Pittsburgh Polar Bear Club's annual New Year dip raised funds for jackets for the needy, with plungers facing the cold to start fresh and support charity.

Wire damage left thousands without power in Allegheny County, with most services restored by Sunday evening. The cause of the outage is under investigation.

Pittsburgh has opened warming centers due to severe cold, offering a refuge for residents in various community and recreation centers citywide on weekdays.

A player from Western Pennsylvania won $2 million in the Powerball after buying a ticket at a Sheetz store and Pennsylvania Lottery encourages the winner to claim the prize.

A Powerball ticket worth $150,000 was sold at a Sheetz store in Western Pennsylvania, matching four white balls in the latest draw. Over 50,300 tickets in Pennsylvania won prizes.

Black Friday drew crowds to South Hills Village, with shoppers seeking deals and continuing holiday traditions, amidst expectations of increased sales.

Both Pittsburgh and Greensburg hold annual Turkey Trot events supporting food banks and local nonprofits, combining festive costumes, running, and community spirit on Thanksgiving.

Light of Life Rescue Mission in Pittsburgh served over 1,000 Thanksgiving meals to the less fortunate, marking the 73rd year of this tradition, supported by volunteers and donations, including winter clothing distribution.

Pittsburgh community members rallied against a plan to close 12 schools, citing concerns over staff cuts and overcrowded classrooms ahead of a contentious school board vote.

The Elizabeth Forward School District is set to close three elementary schools as part of its high school construction project, reshuffling students to different buildings.

Pittsburgh Public Schools considers a district-wide cellphone ban to improve safety and reduce distractions after incidents including a stabbing. The proposed ban seeks to address the misuse of cellphones in schools, with public input invited.

An Allegheny County resident won $760,000 jackpot from the Pennsylvania Lottery Match 6 Lotto, with the winning ticket sold at Shop 'N Go Deli in Jefferson Hills.

A customer won a $870,000 jackpot from a lottery ticket purchased at a Uni-Mart in Moon Township, with the store receiving a $5,000 bonus for the sale.