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Active Shooter in Pittsburgh

Active Shooter in Pittsburgh

Mitchell McIntosh
August 23, 2023

Updated at 1:00 8/23/2023 Pittsburgh police have issued an alert about an active shooter situation in the neighborhood of Garfield. The incident began when sheriff's deputies were in the process of serving an eviction warrant. It is reported that hundreds of shots have...

Tropical Storm Hilary Hits California and Moves into Neighboring States

Mitchell McIntosh
August 22, 2023
California receives its first tropical storm in 84 years
Photo Credit: (MGN Online)

Justice Served to Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooter

Mitchell McIntosh
August 3, 2023
The perpetrator who committed the deadliest antisemitic attack in United States history will face death for his crimes.
Photo Credit: (MGN Online)

Former President Trump indicted for the 2nd time

Cole Brennan
June 8, 2023

For the 2nd time in two months, former President Donald Trump, and a presidential candidate for the 2024 election, has been indicted by a grand jury regarding classified documents. In late March, Trump was indicted by a New York City grand jury for allegedly making $130,000...

Air Quality Alert across the North East from Smoke Caused by Wild Fires

Hannah Shiflett
June 8, 2023

Anyone who opened their windows or doors to go outside may have noticed that the sun and sky appear to be in a haze. Similar to what many would say is straight out of a movie about war. The cause for the smoke is the wildfires in Canada, which were largely started by lightning...

Officials Begin Controlled Release of Chemicals in East Palestines Derailed Train

Officials Begin Controlled Release of Chemicals in East Palestine’s Derailed Train

Ellie Whittington
February 6, 2023

On Friday, a train derailed in East Palestine, OH which caused a fire that burned for days. It has been closely monitored since the derailment, and the governors of Pennsylvania and Ohio have decided to take action. The train is carrying vinyl chloride in several train cars...

Charles Anderson Memorial Bridge to Close Immediately

Charles Anderson Memorial Bridge to Close Immediately

Evelyn Luthringer
February 1, 2023

City of Pittsburgh officials have announced the immediate closure of the Charles Anderson Memorial Bridge. The closure is necessary to be able to complete the necessary repairs to the bridge. Although it is closed to cars, the bridge will remain open to pedestrians and bicycles,...

Armstrong Tunnel to close Saturday morning

Armstrong Tunnel to close Saturday morning

Evelyn Luthringer
January 26, 2023

Over the weekend there will be some changes in routes many use to get around Pittsburgh. The Armstrong Tunnels will be closing during the morning on Saturday. The tunnel for those traveling inbound will be closed beginning at 6 a.m. and ending at 9 a.m. The outbound tunnel will...

Pittsburgh reviewing tax-exempt properties owned by charities

Pittsburgh reviewing tax-exempt properties owned by charities

Cole Brennan
January 25, 2023

Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey issued an executive order directing the Finance and Law Departments to review tax-exempt properties owned by charities. The move was made to ensure it is appropriate under Pennsylvania law. The mayor released a statement Wednesday. "In the...

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Police Blotter: 9/14/21-9/20/21

September 24, 2021

9/14/21- Departmental Information: A parent called to report identity theft on behalf of his daughter. This issue was resolved without any charges. The case is closed. 9/14/21- Harassment: RMU Island Sports Center Public Safety reported a fight between a coach and a parent....