A photo of Kennywood's Racer roller coaster supported by concrete blocks raised safety concerns, but officials assure it's secure and inspected daily.

Pittsburgh ranks 17th on the ACSM/Elevance Health Foundation Fitness Index, climbing 12 spots and now outperforming Buffalo, Cleveland, Philadelphia, and Columbus in various health metrics.

The Hempfield Area School District is installing weapon detectors in response to a past incident involving guns to enhance security at its schools. Parents and alumni largely support the measure despite concerns over its effectiveness.

Three teens were hospitalized after a stabbing in Industry, PA, one with injuries severe enough for an airlift. The incident occurred before 1 a.m. and is under investigation.

Pennsylvania's Supreme Court will hear a case regarding the legitimacy of the "jock tax" levied on professional athletes by cities where they play. This tax is a significant revenue source for the cities involved.

Darnell Manson received a 51-month sentence for illegal firearm possession, followed by supervised release, after a traffic stop revealed a gun and heroin in his vehicle.

Pittsburgh expects a mix of weather including thunderstorms and a clear weekend, with potential severe weather including wind north of the city, as per the National Weather Service.

Pittsburgh is allocating up to $2 million annually to provide legal representation for tenants facing eviction. The Lawyer of the Day Program has assisted over 1,600 households since October 2022.

Two men were arrested for installing credit card skimmers at grocery stores, as vigilant employees and surveillance footage helped police apprehend them.

Pittsburgh Police are investigating a series of car thefts, mainly of Kia and Hyundai models, with juveniles suspected. Some cars were recovered after high-speed chases.

A 75-year-old man, George Koprivnak Jr., died in a lawn mowing accident in Shenango Township after his mower rolled into a ravine, pinning him. His death is ruled accidental.

A person was wounded in an officer-involved shooting in Pittsburgh's Garfield neighborhood, triggering an investigation by local authorities. The individual is in stable condition with a leg wound.

Westmoreland County is proceeding with the demolition of two floodplain houses with no public objection, to be replaced by green spaces, funded by the CDBG Program. Public comments are open until July 29, 2024.