URA and Mayor O'Connor announced plans to reactivate two city‑owned buildings — 2608 Penn Ave and 604 Liberty Ave — with retail, housing and potential public space.

A New York developer has flagged a seven-story, 155-unit project for 143 North Craig Street, adding to a push to redevelop Craig Street near Pitt and CMU.

A former Penn Hills officer filed a federal suit alleging he was unlawfully seized after a Universal Road crash; the suit names Plum Borough, Penn Hills and three officers. The complaint seeks damages and a jury trial.

Pennsylvania State Police deployed its tactical SERT unit to a home in Aultman after reports of an armed person barricaded inside. Officials say the scene was contained and more details will be released.

Graduates from PIA walked into job offers as a nationwide aircraft‑technician shortage tightened hiring. Short AMT programs are becoming fast tracks to steady work.

A man was found shot to death near Chartiers Avenue and Municipal Street in Sheraden Wednesday night; homicide detectives are investigating and seeking tips.

Clear and muggy this morning with highs near 88°F and scattered afternoon storms possible. Greatest coverage expected south of I‑70; drier weather returns Sunday.

A 47-year-old Uniontown man is being held after members of Predator Poachers confronted him at a Craig Street home; prosecutors say the group turned over video and texts.

Allegheny County’s Nuisance Bar Task Force closed Da Kave in Lincoln‑Lemington after a petition tied the bar to shootings, fights, a reported sexual assault and code violations.

A Butler County man and Gun Owners of America sued Pennsylvania, arguing a 1994 marijuana conviction shouldn’t block a license to carry. The federal filing leans on recent Supreme Court and ATF changes.

A vacant church on Mount Washington caught fire Tuesday evening, sending smoke across downtown. Crews fought the blaze and officials reported no immediate injuries.

Surviving spouses say Pittsburgh still won’t cover post-retirement health costs despite court rulings, forcing widows to buy their own coverage. The union estimates millions owed.

A Moon Township swim coach was placed on interim suspension by the U.S. Center for SafeSport after being listed for 'allegations of misconduct.' Local clubs and the school district have not provided details.