City crews and volunteer rescues are trapping roughly 60 cats from a Perry South home as small groups scramble for fosters, vet care and donations.

Midweek heat will push highs into the mid‑90s Tuesday while a Code Orange ozone alert runs this afternoon; vulnerable residents should take precautions.

Court complaints say online orders and ride‑hail records tied a Ross man's debit card to two suspects accused of taking about $5,373.

Early-morning double shooting in Clairton leaves one woman dead and a man hospitalized. Authorities say detectives are investigating and asking for tips.

Pennsylvania lawmakers approved a $50.8B 2026–27 budget after a weekend push, boosting education and pensions while preserving the Rainy Day Fund.

An adult man was shot Saturday evening on North Braddock’s 600 block of 6th Street; detectives have opened an investigation and are asking for tips.

Police and SWAT spent hours at a Church Avenue home in McKees Rocks Sunday; neighbors reported a loud bang and no arrests were made.

Midweek highs jump into the mid‑90s; cooling centers and a return of storms by the weekend. Plan outdoor activities around cooler morning hours.

The Pirates used the No. 5 pick to draft LSU outfielder Derek Curiel, a polished left-handed contact hitter with center-field potential.

Greg Hawthorne, a 1979 first‑round pick for the Steelers and Super Bowl XIV winner, has died at 69, his family said. He later played for the Patriots and Colts.

A $500,000 Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket was sold at a Giant Eagle in Crafton Borough; the prize is unclaimed and the store will receive a retailer bonus.

A motorcyclist died after a crash on Route 30 in North Huntingdon; state police and county forensics units were on scene.

A Pittsburgh police officer was taken to hospital after being pricked by a used needle found in a car during a traffic stop; the driver faces a summons, officials said.