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Steelers tailgating ranked best in Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh Steelers tailgating is the best in Pennsylvania. Of course, we knew that. But now it’s official, at least according to a new national poll that compared other football tailgating options. LiveSportsonTV.com carried out the poll, which asked 3,000 football fans nationwide one question: Which tailgate party/gameday experience would you...
Is your water fluoridated? Here’s where to find out
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pledged that one of his first acts in the new Trump administration would be to “advise all U.S. water systems to remove fluoride from public water.” However, water fluoridation is usually determined by local governments, and it’s uncertain whether Kennedy would have the authority to mandate...
McDonald’s bottles McRib magic with sauce for sale
McRib lovers rejoice. McDonald’s is bringing back the iconic sandwich starting Dec. 3 at Pittsburgh restaurants. Not only is the McRib back, but avid fans can purchase half-gallon jugs of McDonald’s signature McRib sauce. It will be available at participating restaurants and through the McDonald’s app, the fast-food chain said....
Free Thanksgiving food available at Pittsburgh convention center
Are you in need of Thanksgiving dinner this holiday season? Free Thanksgiving food items are available Saturday at Pittsburgh’s David L. Lawrence Convention Center. As part of the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh’s annual Thanksgiving Distribution and Health and Human Service Fair, people can receive meal items on Saturday. The...
Pittsburgh goes Hollywood with Walk of Fame in Strip District
A star-studded Pittsburgh Walk of Fame is headed to The Terminal in the Strip District. Starting in January, people can nominate local legends with Southwestern Pennsylvania roots who’ve left their mark on American culture to be honored with bronze stars, Hollywood-style. Each star will have the name of an honoree...
Snowfall expected to be minimal in Western Pennsylvania this winter
Meteorologists are calling it: Western Pennsylvania’s winter wonderland might be more like a no-snow zone this year. Jared Rackley, meteorologist at the National Weather Service in Moon, said temperatures will be above normal, but there’s really not a strong precipitation signal, meaning lots of snow is improbable. “If anything it’ll...
Pirates offer 30 years of home plate season tickets for Paul Skenes debut autograph card
Call it a Yinzer version of Willie Wonka’s golden ticket. The owner of an autographed Paul Skenes rookie debut baseball card could receive season tickets at PNC Park behind home plate for 30 years. Claiming the prize would mean turning the card over to the Pittsburgh Pirates. The pitcher’s card...
Free wedding services offered to LGBTQ couples in Pittsburgh until Trump inauguration
When photographer Kitty Paul learned that President-elect Donald Trump was headed back to Washington, she wanted to do anything she could to help LGBTQ couples getting married. “What does this mean for a lot of us?” asked Paul, 41, of Avalon, who is part of the Pittsburgh queer community. Queer...
Wigle Whiskey releases spirits for holiday season
Wigle Whiskey is releasing its oldest whiskey to date this holiday season — starting Friday. A nine-year, 195-bottle batch of Wigle Reserve Single Barrel Rye will be available, as well as an eight-year, 157-bottle batch of Wigle Reserve Single Barrel American Wheat Whiskey. The rye, which is the oldest whiskey...
Social media reacts to Sexiest Man Alive pick
John Krasinski has emerged victorious as People magazine’s 2024 Sexiest Man Alive — and social media users have many thoughts. Krasinski, 45, is best known for his role of Jim Halpert on the NBC’s The Office. He’s also a producer, director and writer who’s been married to actress Emily Blunt...
‘Wheel of Fortune’ blunder leads to free sausage for all. Here’s why
Sausage lovers are in luck this World Kindness Day. Johnsonville sausage is offering a free round of sausage Wednesday to people who post online about a kind act using the hashtag #KeepTheInternetJuicy. Why? The initiative was inspired by the viral “Wheel of Fortune” clip where contestant Will Jordan guessed the...
People to announce 2024 Sexiest Man Alive
Who will unseat Patrick Dempsey as People Magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive? The world is just hours away from finding out. People said it will reveal its 2024 Sexiest Man Alive at 11:35 p.m. Tuesday on the Late Show with Steven Colbert — cementing the new “Hollywood hottie.” Dempsey, known for...
23andMe users could be eligible for data breach settlement
After a data breach affected around half of its customers, family ancestry company 23andMe has agreed to a $30 million settlement — and users could be eligible to receive a payout in the future. 23andMe is a DNA testing company that provides users with ancestry, genetics and health information. Users...
UPMC announces more layoffs, cuts
UPMC is laying off 100 employees and cutting an additional 200 vacant positions as part of ongoing cost-saving measures at the Pittsburgh-based health giant. This comes after UPMC cut 1,000 jobs in April. “Targeted adjustments are frequently made to improve organizational efficiencies and eliminate redundancies,” UPMC said in a statement....
Trump victory elicits range of emotions among young voters
When Democrat Darcy Bowman awoke at 3:30 a.m. Wednesday and saw the presidential election results — that former President Donald Trump had recaptured the White House — she couldn’t fall back asleep. Republican Mike Chiarlone also was experiencing a range of emotions Tuesday night — until he learned about the...
Starbucks removes extra charge for nondairy milk after years of complaints, protests
After years of complaints from vegan and lactose-intolerant customers, Starbucks is no longer charging extra for nondairy milk in drinks. This means any drink with soy milk, oat milk, almond milk and coconut milk will no longer have a surcharge starting Thursday, the company said. The switch is part of...
Divided reactions erupt on social media as Trump reclaims presidency
America woke Wednesday morning to news that Donald Trump is heading back to the White House — leaving some ecstatic and others distraught. The AP finally called it. Ring the bell. It’s over. #ElectionDay #RedWave2024 #PresidentTrump2024 pic.twitter.com/zgVyMuCiUl— The Chad (@ChadPrim3) November 6, 2024 Trump’s presidential victory elicited a slew of...
Summer Lee apparent winner in 12th Congressional District race
Summer Lee appears to be on her way to a second term in Congress, representing Pennsylvania’s 12th District. The Associated Press declared the incumbent Democrat the winner shortly after polls closed. In the unofficial results as of 11 p.m., Lee topped Republican challenger James Hayes with 51% of the vote...
Are pit bulls dangerous or misunderstood?
Pit bulls, often stigmatized as dangerous, are recognized by advocates of the breed as misunderstood, loyal pets whose aggressive reputations are unfounded. People don’t need to be fearful of pit bulls, said Angel Tunstall, owner of Ligonier Paws on Main Street. “These dogs have no voice. We have to be...
Japan’s Mount Fuji snowless for longest time ever
For the longest time on record, Japan’s Mount Fuji has been without snow. As of Halloween, the country’s tallest mountain was still without snow. This marks the longest period on record, The Weather Channel reported. The volcano’s snowcap begins forming on Oct. 2 on average, The Guardian said. Last year,...
Who is Kamala Harris’ special guest for Pittsburgh rally? Could it be Taylor Swift?
Could Taylor Swift be a surprise guest during Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign rally and concert in Pittsburgh on Monday? Hopeful fans have been speculating online since Harris confirmed a Point State Park appearance via an email sent to supporters and obtained by TribLive. The email mentions that Harris will...
Casey, Fetterman visit Murrysville Democrats ahead of election
Michelle McFall says being a Democrat in Westmoreland County is not easy right now. There are 91,247 registered Democrats in the county compared to 131,917 Republicans, according to the commonwealth’s latest tally. McFall, chair of the Westmoreland County Democratic Party, said it can feel like an emotional vacuum. A visit...
A Halloween twist: Rain could break drought spell
Western Pennsylvania’s spookiest surprise this Halloween might not be ghosts or goblins — it’s rain. While the region has been parched with drought, there’s a chance Mother Nature will break the dry spell with showers Thursday night. Meteorologist Rich Redmond of the National Weather Service in Moon said rivers and...
Allegheny County says voting process is secureVideo
What happens to your ballot once you turn it in? With the presidential election just days away, Allegheny County has been prepping and distributing voting machines to precincts across the county. Elections Division Manager Dave Voye, who explained the step-by-step tabulation process Wednesday in the county’s election warehouse on Pittsburgh’s...
Here are 5 book recommendations for Halloween season
It’s Halloween week — you might be looking for some new creepy recommendations. Here are five spooky books you should read this week: ‘Long Bright River’ by Liz Moore This is a heart-wrenching tale of family in the throes of addition, corruption in law enforcement and perseverance in the face...
