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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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


Outbound Squirrel Hill Tunnel closed this weekend

2013-05-16 10:55:51

All eastbound traffic will be required to merge into a single lane and exit at Squirrel Hill-Homestead starting at 11 p.m. Friday.


Expanded patrols delayed for South Side district

2013-05-16 00:18:21

Expanded police patrols in the South Side entertainment district will not begin this weekend because the program isn't ready, police say.


Pittsburgh Brashear seniors celebrate their aims for the future

Pittsburgh Brashear seniors celebrate their aims for the future

2013-05-16 00:18:18

Pittsburgh Brashear High School students celebrated their college and career plans.


Contractor's bid on Riverview park work questioned

2013-05-16 00:15:49

Officials defended a process that led to an award of a $1.55 million park improvement to a contractor with ties to Mayor Luke Ravenstahl.


Route 28 roadwork brings more misery to Pittsburgh

2013-05-16 00:14:22

A traffic pattern change has turned Route 28 into a corridor of misery for morning commuters.


Rivers Casino fined $100,000

2013-05-16 00:10:48

Rivers Casino is fined for violations including mailing promotional material to people who asked to be barred from gambling facilities.


Health department headed to rehabbed Allegheny County morgue

2013-05-16 00:06:22

The building's ongoing renovation includes a revamped interior and expanded second floor.


Missing cat returned to Pittsburgh 8-year-old

Missing cat returned to Pittsburgh 8-year-old

2013-05-16 00:04:03

Pittsburgh police arrested an Allentown man Wednesday on charges he stole his 8-year-old neighbor's cat.


15-year-old charged with carrying stolen handgun

15-year-old charged with carrying stolen handgun

2013-05-15 22:02:50

A 15-year-old carrying a stolen handgun stashed it when police say he thought they weren't looking.


Ravenstahl's press secretary to resign

Ravenstahl's press secretary to resign

2013-05-15 18:26:21

Joanna Doven would not comment on whether the federal probe of the city Police Bureau and related matters was a factor in the move.


Aliquippa woman charged with theft from Strip District employer

2013-05-15 11:46:03

Investigators say Annie E. Dishac of Aliquippa used the credit card of her employer to make nearly $80,000 in personal purchases.


Woman sues Post-Gazette, citing gender discrimination

2013-05-15 00:12:34

A Zelienople woman filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday against Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, alleging gender bias leading to a failure to hire.


Wagner goes positive in newest Pittsburgh campaign ad

2013-05-15 00:12:21

Jack Wagner joined his chief opponent, city Councilman Bill Peduto in heading into the home stretch of the mayor's race on a positive note.


Former CMU trustee seeks delay in trial

2013-05-15 00:11:27

The lawyers for a Texas lawyer and former Carnegie Mellon University trustee suspected of laundering drug money are seeking a trial delay.


Beaver County man files suit following South Side brawl

2013-05-15 00:08:45

A Beaver County man filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday against Pittsburgh and others, saying he was beaten at a South Side bar in May 2012.


Obituary: Janet Thompson / Former Pittsburgh teacher, principal

2013-05-15 00:04:12

Janet Thompson, whose tenure included serving as principal of Schaeffer, Regent Square and Clayton elementary schools, died at age 74.


Ravenstahl attorney: Contractor documents for home renovation given to federal prosecutors

Ravenstahl attorney: Contractor documents for home renovation given to federal prosecutors

2013-05-14 23:16:37

Charles Porter Jr. was responding to a story the P-G reported Friday about work done by Allstate Development on the mayor's Fineview home.


Pittsburgh City Council passes bill on police response to domestic violence calls

2013-05-14 22:07:37

The bill standardizes how police should interact with domestic violence victims.


Former Pittsburgh officer receives mixed verdict

2013-05-14 16:09:20

A Donora man will be sentenced on fraud and drug charges in August. He was found not guilty of charges related to prostitution.


Obituary: Giuseppe 'Joe' Aiello / Squirrel Hill's beloved pizza man

Obituary: Giuseppe 'Joe' Aiello / Squirrel Hill's beloved pizza man

2013-05-14 14:26:44

Giuseppe "Joe" Aiello, who created award-winning pies with fresh toppings and ingredients, died at age 71.


Pittsburgh city councilman pushes tax relief

Pittsburgh city councilman pushes tax relief

2013-05-14 11:02:56

A Pittsburgh city councilman proposed a tax relief program for homeowners bitten by assessment jumps.


NHL releases schedule for Penguins' second-round playoff series against Ottawa

NHL releases schedule for Penguins' second-round playoff series against Ottawa

2013-05-14 00:24:03

The Penguins' second-round playoff series against the Ottawa Senators will open at 7:38 p.m. Tuesday at Consol Energy Center.


Police test service weapons after ammunition concerns

2013-05-14 00:10:53

Pittsburgh police have begun testing higher-caliber weapons as part of an evaluation of whether officers are properly equipped.


Pittsburgh Democratic mayoral candidates Wagner, Peduto battle over PNC aid in 2006

Pittsburgh Democratic mayoral candidates Wagner, Peduto battle over PNC aid in 2006

2013-05-14 00:06:10

Two of the candidates for mayor clashed over the use of $18 million in tax increment financing to help support the Three PNC Plaza project.


Deciding whether to serve another drink a tough call for Pittsburgh bar owners

2013-05-14 00:01:36

In the wake of the Hofbrauhaus settlement, how are bars and restaurants in Pennsylvania to decide when someone is visibly intoxicated?


Pittsburgh Public Schools exploring options for different learning models

2013-05-13 23:40:03

An advisory committee is providing input on the district's $2.4 million effort to re-envision its schools.


Hill District shooting victim was 3rd McKeesport student killed in year

2013-05-13 23:38:28

Dejour Gadsden, 17, of McKeesport, was killed in the shooting at the Bedford Dwellings. A woman was shot and wounded.


Overbrook man charged with rape, assault

2013-05-13 18:32:00

Alex McGowan, 25, faces numerous charges in connection with the events that police said unfolded inside his apartment over three days.


Retrial in 1997 Pittsburgh killing moved to July

2013-05-13 14:47:55

Taibu Grant won a new trial earlier this year after the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals said his lawyer, Sumner Parker, made mistakes.


Restricted traffic planned Tuesday for 10th Street Bypass

2013-05-13 14:29:51

Traffic will be detoured from the Fort Pitt and Fort Duquesne bridges to Fort Duquesne Boulevard, according to PennDOT.


HOV lanes open for Monday morning commute

2013-05-13 06:17:26

The outage was a result of a traffic accident over the weekend.


'Spree' event aims to break down barriers to city's neighborhoods

'Spree' event aims to break down barriers to city's neighborhoods

2013-05-13 00:08:53

Can adults playing games lead to neighborhood improvement? Adam Nelson is testing the idea at City of Play.


Homewood school alters approach to good behavior

Homewood school alters approach to good behavior

2013-05-13 00:04:17

At Faison, good behavior is taught alongside academics in an effort to change the culture of the school long plagued with problems.


Annual fundraiser walk in Schenley Park

2013-05-13 00:02:30

A Walk on a Trail, memorializing the late Steve Faloon, will be held Sunday to benefit the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation.


After years of neglect, morgue in Pittsburgh gets resuscitated

2013-05-13 00:02:04

The renovated building could house the county health department, officials say.


25,000 in Pittsburgh walk and run for the cure

2013-05-13 00:01:23

More than 25,000 signed up to participate in the race, which raises money for cancer education and research.


Teenager shot to death in Hill District

2013-05-12 07:38:42

Dajour Gadsden, 17, of McKeesport dies amidst gunfire, according to the Allegheny County Medical Examiner.


Outbound Squirrel Hill Tunnel remains closed today

2013-05-12 07:10:32

The outbound Squirrel Hill Tunnel is closed until Monday morning.


Eyewitness 1863: Pittsburgh's shipyards were booming during Civil War

Eyewitness 1863: Pittsburgh's shipyards were booming during Civil War

2013-05-12 00:23:43

The Navy during the Civil War looked to Pittsburgh to help provide fleet for use in battle.


Steeltown Film Factory winners announced

Steeltown Film Factory winners announced

2013-05-12 00:18:47

A Carnegie Mellon faculty member's movie script about a wedding planner looking for the perfect date was the winner at a competition.


Farmers market returns to Market Square

2013-05-12 00:16:57

Vendors in Downtown's Market Square will be selling products such as flowers, vegetables, pastries from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Thursday.


Race for Cure to bring road closures, parking restrictions

2013-05-12 00:13:10

As the Race for the Cure turns Flagstaff Hill in Schenley Park pink today, drivers should expect road closures and parking restrictions.


Pittsburgh mayoral candidates reaching out to core voters

2013-05-12 00:12:39

The main candidates for the top job are focused on getting their core voters to the polls, while racing to multiple events across the city.


Downtown Pittsburgh building boom shows no signs of letting up

Downtown Pittsburgh building boom shows no signs of letting up

2013-05-12 00:07:08

A new Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership report, "State of Downtown Pittsburgh 2013," details a number of encouraging trends.


Pittsburgh International Children's Festival extends the fun

Pittsburgh International Children's Festival extends the fun

2013-05-12 00:02:57

The festival runs Wednesday through Sunday on the grounds around Carnegie Library in Oakland with interactive and hands-on activities.


Primary 2013: Pittsburgh mayor's race based more on personality

Primary 2013: Pittsburgh mayor's race based more on personality

2013-05-12 00:02:14

The Democratic mayoral primary is shaping up to be a battle based more on candidates' personalities than ideologies.


CMU review of 'pope girl' nude protest ends with indecent exposure charges

2013-05-11 17:46:43

Carnegie Mellon University investigated after the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh complained about photos taken at a spring carnival event.


5K race leads to traffic restrictions on Mount Washington

2013-05-11 08:18:01

Police advise skirting Mount Washington because of road closures from The Emerald of Mount Washington 5K.


AGH's 'Hearts in the Park Walk' kicks off this morning

2013-05-11 07:44:33

AGH sponsors the "Hearts in the Park" walk, a 2-mile North Side course to raise money for research and education about heart disease.


Deep in financial trouble, August Wilson Center lays off staff

Deep in financial trouble, August Wilson Center lays off staff

2013-05-11 00:31:04

One staffer at the Pittsburgh cultural institution founded in the name of the late playwright confirmed that half the staff had been let go.


Six-day event in Pittsburgh targets discrimination in Cuba

Six-day event in Pittsburgh targets discrimination in Cuba

2013-05-11 00:13:47

A weeklong festival celebrates Cuban culture while examining the government's actions toward citizens of different races.


Ravenstahl PAC gives $10,000 to Wheatley

2013-05-11 00:05:33

Mayor Ravenstahl's political action committee was one of the lead contributors to mayoral candidate Jake Wheatley of the Hill District.


Police say man shot estranged wife 25 times, then killed himself in Lawrenceville

Police say man shot estranged wife 25 times, then killed himself in Lawrenceville

2013-05-10 23:58:29

Pittsburgh police went to the 4600 block of Carlton Street about 12:15 p.m. after a neighbor reported hearing shots fired.


Ravenstahl's home renovations linked to Pittsburgh city contractor

Ravenstahl's home renovations linked to Pittsburgh city contractor

2013-05-10 23:49:37

Mayor Luke Ravenstahl's house was renovated by R & B Contracting, which has done extensive work for the city Department of Public Works.


Police arrest woman who tried smuggling drugs into courthouse

2013-05-10 23:13:06

Ashley N. Harper, 24, tried smuggling drugs into the Allegheny County family court complex, police said.


Flaming Lips returning to Pittsburgh in July

2013-05-10 17:39:53

Flaming Lips, which just opened for the Black Keys at Consol Energy Center, will play July 16 with opening act Spiritualized.


18th-century chocolate: Enjoy a chocolaty weekend at Fort Pitt Museum

18th-century chocolate: Enjoy a chocolaty weekend at Fort Pitt Museum

2013-05-10 15:59:24

Take a bite out of chocolate history this weekend at the Fort Pitt Museum and enjoy snacks, beverages and -- of course, chocolate.


D.C. police officer faces Pittsburgh hearing in drug ring case

2013-05-10 14:17:30

Jared Weinberg, a D.C. officer since February 2012, was arrested Monday and appeared in federal court here today.


Pittsburgh officials hope gunshot detection system will aid police

2013-05-10 00:18:22

The devices, from the company ShotSpotter, have the ability to detect gunfire, pinpoint its location to within 10 feet and alert police.


Repairs to close section of North Shore Trail

2013-05-10 00:08:57

Nearly two miles of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail on the North Shore will be off-limits Monday through Friday next week for repairs.


Allegheny County controller to audit agency that handles emergencies at Western Psych

2013-05-10 00:08:17

Controller Chelsa Wagner will audit UPMC's mental health arm, re:solve Crisis Network, upon request by district attorney Stephen Zappala.


2013 Gene Kelly Award nominations for high school musical theater announced

2013 Gene Kelly Award nominations for high school musical theater announced

2013-05-09 10:00:32

The 23rd annual program honoring participants from 29 Allegheny County schools will hold its awards ceremony May 25 at the Benedum Center.


Line-painting to begin on Parkway North

2013-05-09 09:07:49

The work will occur on I-279 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and continue next Monday through Wednesday, starting in Pittsburgh and moving north.


Federal investigation of Pittsburgh police reaches Ravenstahl's office

Federal investigation of Pittsburgh police reaches Ravenstahl's office

2013-05-09 08:31:44

Sgt. Matthew Gauntner and Sgt. Dominick Sciulli as well as the Mayor Ravenstahl's personal secretary testified before the grand jury.


Ramp from Veterans Bridge to Parkway North to be restricted

2013-05-09 07:39:10

Construction will cause restrictions starting today and continuing through May 30, PennDOT announced this morning.


Kiwanis flags fly high over Sheraden

Kiwanis flags fly high over Sheraden

2013-05-09 05:12:58

"Flags Over Sheraden" will feature 40 large flags flying from poles on Memorial Day along Chartiers Avenue in the Pittsburgh neighborhood.


Painting fetches $750,000 for Pittsburgh schools

Painting fetches $750,000 for Pittsburgh schools

2013-05-09 00:53:26

Sotheby's, which said the buyer is anonymous, had estimated that the Henri Le Sidaner painting would draw $350,000 to $450,000.


Hill groups pitch broader development opportunities

2013-05-09 00:21:27

Groups in the Hill District are seeking jobs and other benefits in an envisioned arena development.


Pittsburgh police go to Boston amid cyanide probe

2013-05-09 00:19:02

The doctor who died with cyanide in her body and her husband came to Pittsburgh two years ago from Boston.


40th Street Bridge traffic in Pittsburgh to be restricted during inspection

2013-05-09 00:17:17

Inspection of the 40th Street Bridge will cause right-lane closures in both directions, but not simultaneously, starting today.


Carnegie Mellon is still reviewing student's parody of pope

2013-05-09 00:16:51

CMU continues its review into whether measures will be taken against a student who appeared half-naked in a campus parade.


4 weekend closures set for Squirrel Hill Tunnel in Pittsburgh

2013-05-09 00:14:10

Closures of the Squirrel Hill Tunnel will occur on four of the next five weekends, according to PennDOT's schedule.


Obituary: Virginia S. Cowell / Helped preschoolers despite battling own health problems

2013-05-09 00:10:03

Virginia Cowell worked with preschoolers with emotional and behavioral problems.


CMU looking into student who dressed as pope

2013-05-08 16:02:27

Review continues into whether disciplinary measures will be taken against CMU student who dressed as the pope and was naked waist-down.


Mariners ace Hernandez outduels Pirates' Burnett in 2-1 win

Mariners ace Hernandez outduels Pirates' Burnett in 2-1 win

2013-05-08 15:37:42

A.J. Burnett allowed two earned runs on two hits in seven innings and struck out nine but walked four in his third loss of 2013.


Pittsburgh City Council advances bill on domestic violence

2013-05-08 14:21:55

Women's groups consider it a landmark move for Pittsburgh to adopt a policy on how police officers respond to domestic violence calls.


Pittsburgh police: Drunk driver crashes into used car lot

2013-05-08 12:45:52

Ryan Peterson was driving his south on Saw Mill Run in his grandmother's Subaru Legacy station wagon with a suspended license, police said.


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