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EPA set to unravel U.S. authority to regulate greenhouse gases
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is set to announce its plans to abolish the U.S. government’s authority to regulate greenhouse gases, threatening to strike a deep blow at Washington’s ability to fight climate change. The Environmental Protection Agency will unveil a proposal as early as Tuesday to scrap a landmark...
Cause of death revealed for girl, 9, who fell unconscious in Hersheypark wave pool
A 9-year-old girl died from drowning in the Hersheypark wave pool and did not have a medical event prior to the drowning, according to the coroner. The death was ruled accidental. The Dauphin County coroner’s office on Monday night released the cause and manner of death for Sophia Subedi, who...
Michael Humphreys and Wendy Spicher: Protecting Pa. residents against scams and frauds
Pennsylvanians deserve a government that listens, responds and protects them — especially at a time when financial decisions are more complex and impactful than ever. Whether you’re frustrated by a denied insurance claim, facing financial exploitation or dealing with identity theft, you should know this: you have a voice. Financial...
Pitt, Penn State players earn prestigious preseason recognition
A pair of Pitt football players and three from Penn State are listed among the nation’s top preseason contenders for the Maxwell Award, which is presented to the most outstanding player in college football. The 80-member Maxwell Award Watch List includes Pitt quarterback Eli Holstein and running back Desmond Reid,...
Nik Kowsar: Iran’s war on the supernatural
When an Iranian regime insider recently claimed Israel had deployed “supernatural spirits” in its latest war with Iran — complete with Jewish talismans allegedly found on the streets of Tehran — I didn’t laugh. I didn’t scoff. I felt déjà vu. I’ve heard this sort of nonsense before, not from...
Gallery: Photos from July 28, 2025
Embark on a visual journey around the Western Pennsylvania region with TribLive’s latest collection of captivating images for Monday, July 28, 2025. From the rustic landscapes of Western Pa. to diverse corners of the globe, experience the shared moments of humanity....
Danny Tyree: Is bottomless overtime right for you?
Is work-life balance dead, and will you even find time to attend the funeral? During different phases of my five-decade working career, I have worked all three shifts, toiled every holiday, struggled with doubled production quotas, accepted 48 hours as a standard work week and missed countless family events. Still,...
Letter to the editor: Treason accusations? This is not who we are.
Open letter to Sen. Dave McCormick: Senator, this is not who we are! President Trump now has, without any evidence, stated that former President Obama committed treason. Sitting in the room that is at the heart of the longest standing democracy in history, Trump said, “Whether it’s right or wrong,...
‘Validity’ to be screened as part of Lindsay Theater’s Emerging Filmmakers seriesVideo
As part of its Emerging Filmmakers series, The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center is preparing to screen a film that will both thrill and challenge its audience. In “Validity,” a doctor working on research regarding treatment practices for hypothermia unearths studies that could cause a breakthrough in the field —...
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of July 28, 2025
Community center plans golf fundraiser The Riverview Action Community Center is planning an 18-hole, four-person golf scramble fundraiser on Aug. 22 at Hill Crest Country Club in Lower Burrell. Registration is now open, and eight packages are available. The price is $550 per foursome or $150 for an individual. Check-in...
In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of July 28, 2025 and beyond
Businesses open Bridgeville welcomed new businesses in June. My Life Counseling and Pittsburgh Insurance Advisors opened at 449 Shady Ave., and Coldwell Banker Realty at 521 Washington Ave. My Life had a ribbon-cutting ceremony June 24. Attendees there included representatives from Sen. Devlin Robinson’s office; Bridgeville Mayor Betty Copeland; and...
Letter to the editor: Springdale parking ordinance payback?
On July 15, Springdale Borough Council passed new parking restrictions that few people seem to want except borough council. Why? I believe it is to punish the Allegheny Valley School District for merging facilities for the football program into the soccer and track programs by making repairs to the field...
Pittsburgh area wasn’t woman’s 1st foray in being an ‘impostor nurse,’ authorities say
It appeared not many authorities in Pennsylvania knew Shannon Nicole Womack was bouncing from nursing home job to nursing home job over the past year, despite allegedly lacking the professional license to do so. In fact, it wasn’t until an April traffic stop that Womack, 39, of Pittsburgh was found...
Editorial: NIH budget cuts are a setback for American science
White House budgets, generally speaking, aren’t serious governing documents. Even so, they’re a declaration of national priorities — and by that measure, the latest blueprint is deeply troubling. What sort of administration aspires to shrink its budget for scientific discovery by 40%? Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy...
Review: Quantum Theatre’s ‘Seagull’ is a dreamy drama at Chatham University
In the midst of the second act of Quantum Theatre’s “Seagull” on Sunday night, I was reminded of the first half of the Langston Hughes poem “Dreams”: “Hold fast to dreams / For if dreams die / Life is a broken-winged bird / That cannot fly.” In the case of...
The Stroller, July 28, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Summer programming heats up at Penn Hills Library
Don’t let the heat of summer keep you from chilling out at the Penn Hills Library. These days, libraries are more than just books and periodicals. And the Penn Hills site at 1037 Stotler Road is no exception. The library’s mission is to “empower our community by providing free and...
Letter to the editor: Lessons for America as we approach 250 years
The concept of entropy refers to the tendency toward increasing disorder over time in the dispersal of energy. Entropy applies to political entities, such as empires, as well as to the physical world. Although Americans may not think of our country as an empire, much of the world does. According...
Editorial cartoons for the week of July 28
Editorial cartoons for the week of July 28....
In brief: Roundup of events in the Penn Hills area for the week of July 28 and beyond
Clinic to microchip dogs at no charge The Steel Goat Marketplace, 200 Jefferson Road, is hosting a free microchip clinic for dogs from noon to 4 p.m. Aug. 17. The clinic is coordinated by Lost and Found Pets of Penn Hills and Pawsitive Voice. Dogs must weigh 10 pounds or...
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of July 28
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of July 28....
Pirates farm report for July 27, 2025: Nick Yorke, Jared Triolo, Alika Williams key Indy win
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 61-40) belted 14 hits and edged Toledo (Tigers), 6-5. DH Nick Yorke (.273) was 2 for 4 with two RBIs and a run scored. 3B Jared Triolo (.250) was on base four times and scored three runs after going 2 for 2 with a double and two walks....
Saint Vincent women’s soccer team using last season’s disappointing finish as fuel for 2025
The Saint Vincent women’s soccer team was in cruise control. The Bearcats won 12 of their first 14 matches — the 12 wins represented the most in program history — and were on a 10-0-1 run heading into the home stretch of the 2024 season. That’s when the wheels came...
Campus’ impending closure not putting a damper on 2nd season for Penn State New Kensington’s women’s soccer team
The ride of the Penn State New Kensington women’s soccer team is ending after barely getting off the ground. Previously a club team, the women’s soccer team became a full-fledged varsity program in 2024. Of course, since then, word has come down that the New Kensington campus is one of...
Will Doug Mastriano run for governor again? He says the decision will be made on his timeline
Doug Mastriano might run for governor. He also might not. However, two things are certain for Mastriano — he’s not going to stop teasing an entrance into the gubernatorial race on his social media accounts, and he’s not going to listen to Republican magnates telling him not to run. Unless...
