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Indiana County toddler dies after suspected abuse

2013-05-19 21:41:25

Malachi Patterson, 20 months, died in Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC at 12:28 p.m. today.


Several escape Perry South fire

2013-05-19 21:12:02

Several people safely escaped tonight from the roof of a home that caught fire in Perry South.


Clairton robotics team loses in national quarterfinals

2013-05-19 17:05:07

After public donations helped to get them there, the Clairton robotics team reched the top eight at a national contest in Indianapolis.


Locke, Alvarez lead Pirates to 1-0 win over Houston

Locke, Alvarez lead Pirates to 1-0 win over Houston

2013-05-19 16:13:47

Pedro Alvarez hit an opposite-field home run for the game's only run, and Jeff Locke pitched another strong game to raise his record to 4-1.


15-year-old driver dies in a Bedford racetrack crash

2013-05-19 15:52:17

A boy racing at a Bedford track died when he crashed his ATV, was thrown from the vehicle and struck a pole, the first death in 28 years.


Illinois man arrested at airport after threatening ex-wife, boyfriend

2013-05-19 13:03:41

An Illinois man returning home after seeing his son and ex-wife in Brownsville was arrested for threatening her and her boyfriend.


Motorcyclist from Sewickley dies in Route 28 accident

2013-05-19 09:49:42

A crash early this morning on Route 28 near the 40th Street Bridge in Pittsburgh left a Sewickley man dead.


Key Ravenstahl aide may leave post early

2013-05-19 00:27:00

Paul McKrell, a member of Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl's inner circle, is interviewing for a job in Ireland.


Number of women landing jobs in oil, gas industry growing

Number of women landing jobs in oil, gas industry growing

2013-05-19 00:21:51

The booming energy industry is tapping more women to help fill its engineering jobs.


Safety Board weighs in on 2011 plane crash that killed 3 in West Virginia

2013-05-19 00:18:42

The National Transportation Safety Board released its report Thursday from a 2011 plane crash that killed three Western Pennsylvanians.


Primary 2013: Pittsburgh mayoral contenders spend final days 'mobilizing'

2013-05-19 00:11:55

With primary day fast approaching, the candidates for mayor are hitting the ground running, hoping to secure much-sought-after votes.


Male role models focus of black leadership group

Male role models focus of black leadership group

2013-05-19 00:08:19

The Black Male Leadership Development Institute graduated 52 teens, who learned about leadership, character and college preparation.


Pennsylvania landowners can get cash on spot for mineral rights

2013-05-19 00:05:52

The companies represent varied investors and bring a level of speculation typically found on Wall Street to the farmlands.


Obituary: Vincent R. Scorsone / McKeesport native was top executive at Alcoa

2013-05-19 00:04:20

Vincent R. Scorsone, a top executive at Alcoa in the 1980s and early '90s, died Wednesday at the age of 77.


Trail to Pittsburgh Democratic mayoral primary began with a twist

Trail to Pittsburgh Democratic mayoral primary began with a twist

2013-05-19 00:02:23

The Pittsburgh mayoral race attracted a shifting cast of characters, including longtime politicians and a political neophyte.


Two men arrested in fatal shooting of Knoxville man

2013-05-18 22:12:32

Rayshon Shields, 21, and Khamal Fooks, 18, were arrested Friday night and charged with the shooting of 54-year-old Roger Griffin.


Shooting leaves 20-year-old Uniontown man dead

2013-05-18 18:06:03

The man was shot after 3 a.m. near the intersection of Searight Avenue and Dunlap Street.


Mercer woman faces multiple charges for deadly crash in Lawrence County

2013-05-18 17:51:48

Laura E. Gargiulo, 42, faces charges of homicide by vehicle, involuntary manslaughter and reckless driving, among others.


Man faces charges for assault of toddler in Indiana

2013-05-18 17:10:58

Juan Campbell was arrested Friday night and charged with aggravated assault, child endangerment and reckless endangerment.


Postal Service will unveil Gettysburg stamp next week

2013-05-18 12:16:43

A ceremony will be held Thursday at Gettysburg National Military Park commemorating the battle's 150th annivesary.


Authorities suspect injured Indiana County toddler was beaten

2013-05-18 11:59:05

Police say 20-month-old boy is in Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC with life-threatening injuries.


PennDOT says traffic will be restricted today on the Veterans Bridge

2013-05-18 11:41:04

The restrictions will occur as needed until 3 p.m. today on the Veterans Bridge to allow crews to make routine bridge inspections.


Driver dies in Mercer County crash

2013-05-18 11:02:02

State police say motorist lost control of car on State Route 358 before hitting a mailbox and rolling into a yard.


Route 28 restrictions will be in place today

2013-05-18 10:44:34

Route 28 southbound will be down to one lane for most of the day today for construction work.


Motorists detouring around Squirrel Hill Tunnel

2013-05-18 09:09:57

The tunnel closed 11 p.m. Friday and is scheduled to re-open 6 a.m. Monday.


Alvarez's HR, Astros' error in 9th cap rally

Alvarez's HR, Astros' error in 9th cap rally

2013-05-18 00:53:41

Pirates rally to beat Houston Astros, and notch fourth win in a row.


Crosby puts on a show in Penguins' 4-3 victory

Crosby puts on a show in Penguins' 4-3 victory

2013-05-18 00:28:00

His second career playoff hat trick gave the Penguins a 2-0 edge in the series as the team heads for Game 3 in Ottawa.


Documentary on nuns of New Orleans wins award

2013-05-18 00:14:00

The film showing how nuns responded to the Hurricane Katrina disaster won a national broadcasting award.


Aging falcon succeeds with her 42nd chick

Aging falcon succeeds with her 42nd chick

2013-05-18 00:13:25

Dorothy, a 14-year-old peregrine falcon, has nested on a 40th-floor ledge of the Cathedral of Learning in Oakland since 2002.


Effort made to enforce public art requirement in construction

2013-05-18 00:12:11

A little known and rarely enforced city law requires that 1 percent of public construction projects be set aside for public art.


Obituary: Ken Venturi / U.S. Open champ, CBS sports analyst

Obituary: Ken Venturi / U.S. Open champ, CBS sports analyst

2013-05-18 00:10:47

Golfer who was recently inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame won the 1964 U.S. Open and spent 35 years in the TV broadcast booth


Last segment of Great Allegheny Passage bike trail complete

Last segment of Great Allegheny Passage bike trail complete

2013-05-18 00:08:20

The last link in the Great Allegheny Passage bike trail between Pittsburgh and Cumberland, Md., saw its first full day of use on Friday.


Obituary: Jorge Rafael Videla / Military leader oversaw Argentina's 'dirty war'

2013-05-18 00:07:20

The junta leader oversaw a ruthless campaign of political killings and forced disappearances to quell dissidents.


Obituary: Robert T. Crothers / Lawyer specializing in family planning

2013-05-18 00:06:16

Longtime partner in Washington, Pa., firm died following a stroke.


Changes in the works for Pittsburgh Bureau of Police

2013-05-18 00:05:24

One office that has been integral to the federal investigation into the bureau is being reshuffled and changes to another may be on the way.


Cemetery goldfish pond memorializes daughter

Cemetery goldfish pond memorializes daughter

2013-05-18 00:03:31

Cathy Greisinger died in 2003. A decade later, her family remembers her each year by stocking the pond at Homewood Cemetery with goldfish.


Officer describes saving toddler who nearly drowned

Officer describes saving toddler who nearly drowned

2013-05-18 00:02:09

Pittsburgh police officer Corey Harcha says he wouldn't consider himself a hero after rescue in Hampton.


Pittsburgh releases 2013 street-paving plan

2013-05-17 23:31:19

Pittsburgh's Public Works Department plans to spend about $10 million in 2013 on paving about 40 miles' worth of streets.


National Road Festival marks 40th year

2013-05-17 22:03:18

The National Road, built in the early 1800s, was the major route to the western frontier, traveled by hundreds of thousands of pioneers.


Latrobe motorcyclist dies in collision with SUV

2013-05-17 21:13:43

Charles D. Bancroft, died today when an SUV hit his motorcycle.


Lawrence County man who shot wife and himself dies

2013-05-17 20:22:40

A former Ohio sheriff's deputy who shot his wife three times and then himself in a domestic dispute Sunday night died Thursday.


Pirates pitcher Contreras placed on bereavement list

2013-05-17 18:54:02

The Pirates recalled pitcher Jared Hughes from Class AAA Indianapolis.


Felon pharmacist sentenced to nearly 16 years for having a shotgun

2013-05-17 17:08:04

Raymond Zareck of Oakland received 15 years, eight months in prison from a federal judge for being a felon in possession of a shotgun.


Homewood Cemetery pond stocking keeps golden memories alive for Monroeville family

Homewood Cemetery pond stocking keeps golden memories alive for Monroeville family

2013-05-17 16:11:33

The Greisinger family has kept the memory of Cathy Greisinger alive in a unique tradition for the past ten years.


Friday night: Bridgette Perdue brings her talents to the August Wilson Center

Friday night: Bridgette Perdue brings her talents to the August Wilson Center

2013-05-17 15:54:19

From backup dancers, concert lighting to her own original music, the North Allegheny High School grad promises an exciting and lively show.


Prosecutors in W.Va. 'bath salts' case plan to use fugitive's flight against him

2013-05-17 14:28:22

John Skruck, 57, a Texas strip-club owner, was scheduled for trial in Clarksburg, W.Va., on Tuesday but disappeared.


PPG to make $825 million in payments in Pittsburgh Corning case

2013-05-17 13:08:54

A federal judge issued an interim order compelling PPG to make the payments and contribute stock in the asbestos-related case.


Threats made against Bush, Obama and Secret Service agents outlined in McKees Rocks case

2013-05-17 12:00:58

Jesse Almendarez faces charges of threatening a federal officer and making an interstate threat.


2 bars shuttered for failing to pay Allegheny County drink tax

2013-05-17 11:45:38

Gators in Indiana Township and Centannis in Beechview together owe $38,000 in unpaid taxes.


Pittsburgh police special events office, integral to federal investigation, to move Downtown

2013-05-17 11:36:17

Pittsburgh Public Safety Director Michael Huss told the FOP president the office will move from the police bureau's North Side headquarters.


Pennsylvania unemployment rate drops to 7.6 percent

2013-05-17 11:23:19

The jobless rate in Pennsylvania is the lowest since March 2012 but remains slightly higher than the national rate of 7.5 percent.


Kris Letang, Craig Adams out for Penguins' game-day skate

2013-05-17 10:50:30

Letang and Adams' status for Game 2 of the Penguins' second-round playoff series against the Ottawa Senators tonight at 7:38 is not known.


Mt. Oliver man killed in Knoxville shooting

Mt. Oliver man killed in Knoxville shooting

2013-05-17 09:57:51

Pittsburgh police received a call at 4:25 a.m. that a man was shot in the 100 block of Zara Street.


4 from California arrested in Washington County after police find hundreds of pounds of marijuana

2013-05-17 08:22:44

Pennsylvania State Police said they found 255 pounds of pot and about $200,000 in cash.


Great Allegheny Passage bicycle trail to Washington, D.C., opens today

2013-05-17 07:50:27

A June 15 celebration in West Homestead and Downtown Pittsburgh will mark the official completion of the 330-mile trail network.


Snider's long homer helps Pirates overpower Brewers, 7-1

Snider's long homer helps Pirates overpower Brewers, 7-1

2013-05-17 00:34:28

The Pirates won the final three games of the four-game series against the Brewers, a team that took 11 of 15 against them in 2012.


Obituary: John H. Stafford / Notre Dame advocate and family man

2013-05-17 00:14:59

With a passion for football and family, John H. Stafford lives on through a local academic scholarship to Notre Dame that bears his name.


Local Dispatch: At Kaufmann's clock, time stands still for memorable meetings

Local Dispatch: At Kaufmann's clock, time stands still for memorable meetings

2013-05-17 00:14:34

People have met, dated, kissed, become engaged and more under landmark clock at Fifth and Smithfield.


Monroeville native's death raises questions

2013-05-17 00:12:24

Monroeville native and Penn State graduate Roger Brumback and his wife, Mary, were found dead in their Omaha, Neb., home Tuesday.


Nun makes case against death penalty in Pittsburgh

2013-05-17 00:11:45

An advocate for death row inmates says Americans are turning against the death penalty.


Pittsburgh schools auctioning surplus property

2013-05-17 00:11:03

Hundreds of Pittsburgh Public Schools items are up for bid.


Hearing waived for D.C. officer accused in cocaine ring

2013-05-17 00:10:50

A District of Columbia police officer charged in a drug ring has his hearing waived.


Obituary: Johnny Garneau / Popular restaurateur, inventor celebrated trains

2013-05-17 00:09:14

The restaurateur behind Golden Spike, Johnny Garneau's American Style Smorgasbord and The Beanery died Tuesday. He was 90.


Developers sink apartment plans at former Saks Fifth Avenue department store site

Developers sink apartment plans at former Saks Fifth Avenue department store site

2013-05-17 00:09:08

Millcraft Investments and McKnight Realty Partners will instead concentrate on constructing a 450-space parking garage and retail space.


Making memories under the Kaufmann's clock

Making memories under the Kaufmann's clock

2013-05-17 00:07:16

The 100th anniversary of the Kaufmann's clock proves that memories can be made under a machine that measures minutes.


Investigation into Pittsburgh cyanide death includes white-collar crime experts

2013-05-17 00:04:41

The addition of an assistant district attorney to the investigation suggests investigators are examining records and documents.


Pittsburgh mayoral campaigns trade accusations

2013-05-17 00:03:22

With less than a week to go before the primary, the two leading candidates for mayor step up the charges against each other.


FBI informant payments derail sentencing hearing for 'best cop money can buy'

2013-05-16 23:31:38

Former East Washington police chief Donald Abraham Solomon was recorded describing himself that way before he pleaded guilty to extortion.


New bike route on Pittsburgh's West End unveiled

New bike route on Pittsburgh's West End unveiled

2013-05-16 23:23:04

The plan for a new trail will incorporate both bicycle trails and roads with specially designated lanes.


Child pulled from water at Hampton amusement center

2013-05-16 22:37:27

A child was taken this evening to UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC from the Wildwood Highlands amusement center in Hampton.


Indiana County men fabricate carjacking to cover up hit-and-run, state police say

2013-05-16 19:22:24

Jakeb P. Schrecongost and Jessie J. Wood told police that they picked up a hitchhiker who forced them from their vehicle at gunpoint.


Penn Hills middle school principal on leave after wife claims abuse

2013-05-16 19:07:00

Davaun Barnett Sr., 41, is on leave from his job as principal of Linton Middle School. His wife filed for a protection from abuse order.


Police on scene at Marshall-Shadeland shooting

2013-05-16 18:58:51

The shooting happened around 5 p.m. on the 1400 block of Evandale Road, an emergency dispatch supervisor said.


Thursday night: Brush up on your history with author Nathaniel Philbrick

Thursday night: Brush up on your history with author Nathaniel Philbrick

2013-05-16 16:23:07

The Allderdice High School graduate will be holding a Q&A session on his latest book, "Bunker Hill," at the Carnegie Lecture Hall.


Concert series announced for Calliope: The Pittsburgh Folk Music Society

2013-05-16 15:45:08

Bruce Cockburn and Jake Shimabukuro are among the marquee names on the 2013-2014 calendar, which was announced today.


Skype connects Hampton, Polish students

2013-05-16 15:35:10

"Maybe next time, we can have a jam session."


#1 Cochran buys dealership in North Hills

2013-05-16 15:29:20

The #1 Cochran automotive group announced today that it is moving into the North Hills with the acquisition of Billco Motors in Wexford.


Municipal News

2013-05-16 15:13:41

Property owners will have to wait a bit longer to find out how much they will pay to the borough in real estate taxes.


Chevron to replace Super Kmart Center Chevron land buy brings options to west

2013-05-16 15:13:05

When energy giant Chevron buys land in Moon, businesses and officials take notice -- it could mean an influx of new employees who


Retiring leader honored

2013-05-16 15:12:35

Cornell School District names library after retiring superintendent.


Rennerdale residents object to number of trail signs

2013-05-16 15:11:31

Residents of the Rennerdale section of Collier who have been complaining that they are being overrun with signs advertising the Panhandle Tr


Presentation, tour mark WWI weapons plant explosion in borough

2013-05-16 15:11:06

Fatal explosions at an Oakdale weapons plant during World War I have led generations of families to recount the dramatic story to


Superintendent to retire June 28

2013-05-16 15:10:30

Moon Area Superintendent Donna K.


Private school seeks to lease former St. Ignatius parish site

2013-05-16 15:10:10

Abundant Life International Academy, part of a worldwide organization called Lifeline International, is seeking to rent St. Ignatius site in


Kane nurse honored for skills in the 'art of teaching' RESUME: A newsmaker you should know

2013-05-16 15:09:04

Surprised, stunned and happy are the words Patricia Thompson of Washington, Pa., said described her feelings when representatives from


Carnegie seeing end of Harbin era

2013-05-16 15:08:26

It's nearly the end of an era in Carnegie.


Nationality Days back return this weekend

2013-05-16 15:07:56

Nationality Days are a proud tradition in Ambridge, and the event is back for the 48th year Friday, Saturday and Sunday on four


Findlay approves first 3 gas wells

2013-05-16 15:07:22

The Range Resources project approved last week includes constructing a well pad and an access road, vertical and horizontal drilling, fracki


SCHOOL NEWS

2013-05-16 15:06:13

School directors on Monday approved the proposed $86 million budget that would lower the property tax rate and increase expenditures


AT A GLANCE THENORTH

2013-05-16 15:04:52

HAMPTON Depreciation Lands Museum programs The Depreciation Lands Museum's annual Friendship Day will offer free admission and special


Cast-off furniture can mean a New Start

2013-05-16 15:04:19

Ministry is often as much about filling a need as offering a prayer.


Proposed budget would raise taxes by 2.75 mills

2013-05-16 15:03:31

Seneca Valley school board members say they have done everything they can to keep property taxes down this year, but it still isn't


District may eliminate $25 student fee for activity bus

2013-05-16 15:02:54

Seneca Valley parents may get a break next school year on the activity bus fee.


Church marks 200 years

2013-05-16 15:02:10

Now a cornerstone of the Bellevue community, Greenstone United Methodist Church was but a log cabin chapel 200 years ago.


High-achieving teen earns top Duke scholarship

2013-05-16 15:01:41

When North Allegheny High School senior Connor Phillips was in elementary school, he received a piece of advice that he took to heart


Shady Side students come Untucked for charity

2013-05-16 15:01:11

In 2002, students at Shady Side Academy had to wear their shirts tucked in according to the dress code.


Senior's language skills put him on path to England RESUME: A newsmaker you should know

2013-05-16 15:00:17

A North Allegheny senior who likes to solve problems has earned himself a free trip to England.


McClellandtown man sentenced for evading taxes on lottery winnings

2013-05-16 14:52:05

Sherman W. Friend, 71, also faces a restitution order of $132,445 and a $3,000 fine under the sentence imposed by a federal judge.


Three locals among finalists for Pa. Teacher of the Year

2013-05-16 14:44:24

Gov. Tom Corbett praised the 12 teachers as "outstanding educators who represent the thousands of excellent teachers in classrooms across th


PTA book sale to stave off library budget cuts

2013-05-16 14:41:02

In response to recent and pending budget cuts, Peters school district PTAs are combining forces for the second year to hold a used


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