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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.


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.


Tentative Port Authority budget keeps base fare at $2.50

2013-05-15 23:52:55

At least for now, transit riders can breathe easy -- next year's budget calls for holding the line on fares.


Freeport Road in East Deer, Tarentum to close overnight

2013-05-15 19:24:05

Freeport Road in East Deer and Tarentum will be closed in both directions from 10 p.m. tonight through 7 a.m. Thursday.


Sutter Road to close today in Shaler, Ross

2013-05-15 07:28:13

The closure will allow crews to patch a pipe trench across the road, PennDOT announced.


I-81 reopens in Harrisburg days after tanker crash, fire

2013-05-14 06:19:48

Interstate 81 has been reopened following days of closures due to a fiery truck crash.


Inbound Route 28 reopens in Harrison after crashes

2013-05-13 10:59:01

State police have reopened inbound Route 28 near the Natrona Heights-Brackenridge exit after two crashes this morning.


Major construction project to begin on Route 837

2013-05-13 09:56:11

Clairton, West Elizabeth and Jefferson Hills will see detours at the Route 51 interchange at the Elizabeth Bridge, according to PennDOT.


Route 65 construction starts today

2013-05-13 07:42:40

Work gets underway on a two-year $6.3 million construction project from Emsworth to the McKees Rocks Bridge.


Traffic pattern changes on Brownsville Road at construction site

2013-05-13 07:39:27

The final phase of realignment of Brownsville Road at Curry Hollow Road was scheduled to begin this morning.


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.


Greentree Road lanes to close during water line work

2013-05-13 00:02:57

Lane closures are possible starting today on Greentree Road as Pennsylvania American Water installs new pipe.


State police say death of pedestrian on I-376 in Lawrence County may have been suicide

2013-05-10 12:06:53

A tractor-trailer hit David William Nye, 46, of New Brighton near the Pulaski/Route 208 exit on I-376 eastbound.


Pa. legislation could infl8 vanity plate cost

2013-05-10 00:14:52

Pending Senate legislation would drive up a whole host of motorist fees, including those for novelty plates.


Tanker fire closes Interstate 81 near Harrisburg

Tanker fire closes Interstate 81 near Harrisburg

2013-05-09 09:32:08

The fire was reported about 6:15 a.m. Thursday on an overpass carrying Route 22/322 over the northbound lanes of the interstate.


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.


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.


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.


Four weekend closures planned for Squirrel Hill Tunnels

2013-05-08 08:01:36

The outbound Squirrel Hill Tunnel will be closed for the next two weekends, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced.


Westbound lane to close on Interstate 376 in Beaver County

2013-05-08 07:53:40

The closure, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., will allow a contractor to remove soil from the site of a diesel fuel spill last week.


Pennsylvania Senate panel OKs transportation funding legislation

2013-05-07 10:41:27

A Senate panel has approved a spending plan for roads, bridges, transit and other transportation modes.


Main entrance closed at airport short-term garage

2013-05-07 00:20:21

The main entrance to the short-term parking garage at Pittsburgh International Airport has closed as garage rehabilitation continues.


Public comment sought for long-range transportation plan

2013-05-07 00:19:52

The Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission is accepting comments about what should be in the region's updated long-range transportation plan.


Restrictions scheduled today on I-79 in South Fayette

2013-05-07 00:02:41

The left lane and shoulder on southbound Interstate 79 at the bridge over Millers Run Road-Route 50 in South Fayette will be closed today.


Pittsburgh tests green paint for Liberty Avenue bike lanes

Pittsburgh tests green paint for Liberty Avenue bike lanes

2013-05-06 00:06:35

The city is hoping that green paint will make bike lanes more visible to motorists and safer for bicyclists.


Weekend lane closures set on Route 19 in Mt. Lebanon

2013-05-03 00:10:12

Traffic on Washington Road-Route 19 in Mt. will be restricted this weekend as a reconstruction project continues.


Route 30 ramp closing today in North Braddock

2013-05-03 00:02:29

The eastbound off-ramp from Route 30 to Electric Avenue in North Braddock will close at 7 a.m. today and remain closed until 7 p.m. May 15.


Lane closures start today on S. Braddock Ave. at parkway bridge

2013-05-02 09:08:38

Lane closures are possible on South Braddock Avenue under the Parkway East bridge starting today.


Fall Run Road in Shaler is being rebuilt

Fall Run Road in Shaler is being rebuilt

2013-05-02 07:57:43

Giant earth-moving equipment has been clawing away at tons of rock and soil from a hillside to move and improve the two-lane road.


Pittsburgh's East Busway rapid transit system ranks 'bronze'

2013-05-02 00:20:45

Pittsburgh is a national leader in busway development; it hopes to make the system bigger and better.


Route 28 closure canceled tonight

2013-04-30 14:11:17

PennDOT says inbond traffic on Route 28 will be restricted at nights to one lane this week; both inbound lanes will be closed Tuesday night.


Closures planned for ramp to Parkway East from South Braddock Avenue

2013-04-29 14:11:22

The ramp to inbound Parkway East from South Braddock Avenue will be closed nightly this week through Saturday, according to PennDOT.


Line painting to affect traffic in 3 counties

2013-04-29 08:59:17

Work will occur from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and on Saturdays on the three parkways, Interstate 79 and Route 28.


Ramp from Liberty Bridge to Crosstown closes today

2013-04-29 00:08:15

The ramp connecting the Liberty Bridge to northbound Interstate 579-Crosstown Boulevard will be closed from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today.


Yellow Cab lets fares pay with plastic from back seat

2013-04-29 00:04:59

The cab company is celebrating its 100th anniversary with several innovations, including a recorded message for passengers from the mayor.


Chateau Street turnaround closed til May 31

2013-04-27 00:13:04

The turnaround from Chateau Street to Beaver Avenue near the Route 65 Marshall Avenue interchange is closed for construction work.


U.S. House OKs bill ending air traffic controller furloughs

2013-04-27 00:10:08

A day after the Senate's unanimous approval, the House Friday voted 361-41 to provide more flexibility over where to make sequester cuts.


Red Line T work postponed

2013-04-26 17:27:06

The work would have detoured inbound Red Line T service all day Saturday and Sunday.


Pennsylvania Turnpike CEO discusses steps taken in wake of scandal

Pennsylvania Turnpike CEO discusses steps taken in wake of scandal

2013-04-26 00:08:46

Mark Compton, who took over shortly before public corruption charges were announced in March, says a widespread review is underway.


Two sections of Pennsylvania Turnpike to have overnight closures

2013-04-26 00:06:47

The Pennsylvania Turnpike will be closed in both directions between New Castle and Cranberry (Exit 28) from late Saturday to Sunday.


Inbound Red Line detours scheduled this weekend

2013-04-26 00:01:23

Several weekend detours are planned on the Red Line of the Port Authority's Light Rail Transit system to allow track repairs in Beechview.


Traffic moving after Downtown accident causes backups

Traffic moving after Downtown accident causes backups

2013-04-25 10:30:35

Two people were sent to UPMC Mercy with minor injuries after the crash shortly after 8:45 a.m.


Fort Pitt Bridge repairs scheduled for tonight

2013-04-25 08:51:54

The inbound upper deck center lanes of the Fort Pitt Bridge will be closed at 10 p.m.; outbound lower deck center lanes at 2 a.m.


Obama weighing sequester flexibility

2013-04-25 00:23:40

The White House signals it might consider legislation that would give the administration more flexibility over FAA cuts.


Freeport Road restricted in Harmar today

2013-04-23 00:14:41

Southbound traffic on Freeport Road in Harmar will be restricted to one lane from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. today, PennDOT announced.


Police: 2 arrested in Canada terror plot

2013-04-22 16:00:23

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police said the men were planning an al-Qaida supported attack against Via Rail, but posed no imminent threat.


Restrictions start today on Washington Rd. in Mt. Lebanon

2013-04-22 00:14:25

A $5.6 million resurfacing project will restrict traffic on Route 19-Washington Road in Mt.Lebanon starting today.


Climate scientists predict bumpier air travel ahead

2013-04-21 00:22:16

A recent study predicts that global warming will cause bumpier transatlantic flights by the middle of this century.


East Carson Street reopened after Becks Run Pump Station demolition

2013-04-20 17:37:39

The demolition went more quickly than planned, allowing for the road to be reopened this morning.


Outbound Squirrel Hill Tunnel closed this weekend

2013-04-20 09:10:51

The outbound Squirrel Hill Tunnel is closed this weekend and next.


Plane that loves sunlight gets the spotlight

Plane that loves sunlight gets the spotlight

2013-04-20 00:15:27

A solar-powered airplane is ready for a cross-country tour.


Pump station's weekend demolition to shut down East Carson Street

Pump station's weekend demolition to shut down East Carson Street

2013-04-19 00:14:54

Having faithfully provided water for more than a century, the Becks Run Pump Station on Carson Street has a date with a demolition crew.


Transit backers rally in Downtown Pittsburgh

2013-04-18 23:28:36

A broad coalition of bus riders gathered at a Pittsburgh T station this morning to call on lawmakers to adequately fund public transit.


Part of Duncan Avenue to close for four months

2013-04-18 05:43:48

When a portion of the road near its intersection with Route 8 closes for four months beginning Monday, it will impact many travelers.


Officials working to keep tower open at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport

2013-04-18 05:11:39

Westmoreland County commissioners were scheduled to meet this week with congressional representatives in Washington, D.C.


Crosstown ramp to 7th Ave. to close for 10 days

2013-04-18 00:23:40

The closure will occur for about 10 days while crews paint two bridges above the ramp.


Pittsburgh crashes prompt plans for overnight closures of Wabash Tunnel

2013-04-18 00:07:11

Drunken driving and crashes have been an overnight problem at the Wabash Tunnel, so the Port Authority plans to close it at 11 p.m. daily.


House Republicans propose abolishing Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission

2013-04-17 14:18:04

A group of House Republicans put forth a bill to put the Pennsylvania Turnpike under the Department of Transportation.


Two killed in crash on Ohio River Boulevard in Ben Avon identified

2013-04-17 11:29:43

One car crossed the center line and crashed into another near Brighton Road abound 2:30 a.m. The highway reopened by 6 a.m.


Lane to close this morning on outbound Parkway East

2013-04-17 07:26:15

The closure will be from 9 a.m. to noon between Edgewood-Swissvale and Wilkinsburg-Forest Hills.


Bill would rename the 31st Street Bridge

2013-04-16 00:11:38

The Pennsylvania House passed legislation Monday to rename the 31st Street Bridge the William Raymond Prom Memorial Bridge.


Pennsylvania store sales should fund roads, GOP group says

2013-04-16 00:05:13

A group of House Republicans say they have a better plan for how to spend the proceeds from the possible privatization of liquor stores.


Traffic slowdown planned tonight on Pennsylvania Turnpike

2013-04-16 00:03:25

The turnpike will "pace" traffic at 25 mph using police vehicles between Butler Valley and Allegheny Valley starting at 11:59 p.m. today.


Turnpike bond rating lowered

2013-04-13 00:31:37

Heavy borrowing may be taking its toll on the Pennsylvania Turnpike.


Mt. Lebanon intersection work will jam traffic on Route 19

2013-04-13 00:29:47

PennDOT wants to let citizens know in advance what's in store for them as major road work begins.


PennDOT spokesman goes to Indiana County

2013-04-13 00:13:47

Jim Struzzi, spokesman for PennDOT District 11, is resigning to become president of the Indiana County Chamber of Commerce.


New Pennsylvania law not yet putting a dent in texting while driving

New Pennsylvania law not yet putting a dent in texting while driving

2013-04-11 08:39:29

But of the 113 texting citations that had been issued in Allegheny County as of late last month, only four were to drivers younger than 20.


Westmoreland County Transit Authority will buy new buses

2013-04-11 04:14:52

The authority has received a $3.4 million state grant to purchase six new buses.


Bridge project to reroute traffic on I-79 in Butler County

2013-04-11 00:37:58

A crossover and single-lane traffic will challenge I-79 drivers in Butler County starting Saturday.


Pittsburgh to split $1.2 million grant for rapid bus transit

2013-04-11 00:11:06

Part of the grant from the Rockefeller Foundation will help promote bus rapid transit between Downtown and Oakland.


Last stages of Banksville Road project could cause traffic delays

2013-04-10 14:02:15

Crews will install crosswalk markings at several intersections and pave Helen Drive at Banksville across from Dormont Pool.


American Airlines to start nonstop Pittsburgh-to-Los Angeles service

2013-04-10 12:32:25

The airline said today that Pittsburgh will be among seven cities to get nonstop flights to LAX beginning in August.


Forbes Avenue could become two-way street in Downtown Pittsburgh

2013-04-09 00:12:40

The change would help accommodate traffic from a 335-space parking garage to be built as part of a $95 million office and hotel project.


Section of East Busway to close this weekend

2013-04-08 11:58:39

Construction will close part of the East Busway from midnight Saturday until Monday morning, resulting in detours.


Bower Hill Road shut today in Mt. Lebanon

2013-04-08 00:07:20

Beginning at 7 a.m. today, Bower Hill Road will be closed to all vehicle traffic between Washington Road and Lavina Avenue in Mt. Lebanon.


Motorists are able to ride out Squirrel Hill Tunnel closure

Motorists are able to ride out Squirrel Hill Tunnel closure

2013-04-08 00:02:42

PennDOT said the outbound Squirrel Hill Tunnel's closure, which started Friday night, went smoothly.


FAA will delay closing airport control towers

2013-04-06 00:05:27

Among the expected closures were three control towers in Pennsylvania: in Latrobe, Harrisburg and Lancaster.


Outbound Squirrel Hill Tunnel to close for the weekend

2013-04-05 00:09:38

The outbound/eastbound Squirrel Hill Tunnel will be closed for construction this weekend.


Development, toll road project expected to impact traffic in Peters

2013-04-04 05:29:55

Township manager Michael Silvestri spelled out to PennDOT his concerns about upcoming projects and how they will affect West McMurray Road.


Work begins to improve Squirrel Hill Tunnel detour

2013-04-03 07:14:43

Short-term lane closures are possible from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days on Forward Avenue, Forbes Avenue and South Braddock Avenue.


Police busting speeders at Squirrel Hill Tunnel work zone

2013-04-03 00:12:01

Pennsylvania State Police said Tuesday they are cracking down on speeding in the Squirrel Hill Tunnels construction zone.


Restrictions possible on Route 65 today

2013-04-03 00:10:30

Drilling and research for future improvements on Route 65 may cause lane closures between Glenfield and Sewickley today and Thursday.


Fort Duquesne Bridge ramp scheduled to close today

2013-04-03 00:04:22

The ramp from the inbound lower deck of the Fort Duquesne Bridge to Fort Duquesne Boulevard will be closed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today.


Lane closures possible on Cochran Road in Mt. Lebanon today

2013-04-03 00:01:29

Lane closures are possible on Cochran Road between Beverly and Washington roads in Mt. Lebanon from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. today.


2012 Pennsylvania highway deaths increase

2013-04-02 00:10:55

PennDOT officials point to new laws as reasons for an overall decline in highway crash fatalities.


I-79 construction resumes in Washington County

2013-04-01 00:02:16

Construction on Interstate 79 in Washington County was scheduled to resume tonight, with southbound traffic restricted to one lane.


Westbound Pennsylvania Turnpike reopened at Donegal

2013-03-29 23:35:04

An accident today on the Pennsylvania Turnpike between the Donegal and Irwin exits had shut down both westbound lanes for several hours.


The Morning File: Light's hard to see at end of our tunnels

2013-03-27 00:06:49

PennDOT's Paradox applies to local traffic flow, especially when a tunnel is closed.


Crash snarls Parkway North

2013-03-26 07:53:52

The crash, shortly before 7 a.m., involved several vehicles and caused all lanes to be blocked.


2 Port Authority transit center projects slated for this year

2013-03-25 00:13:16

Construction could start late summer at the East Liberty station and in November on the Shannon Transit Village in Castle Shannon.


Former Pa. senator J. William Lincoln resigns Pennsylvania Turnpike commission

Former Pa. senator J. William Lincoln resigns Pennsylvania Turnpike commission

2013-03-23 00:17:07

J. William Lincoln resigned in the backwash of a damning grand jury report on the operations of the Pennsylvania Turnpike.


Latrobe air traffic control tower to close

2013-03-23 00:13:24

The air traffic control tower at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport in Latrobe will close as the FAA cuts its budget.


Squirrel Hill Tunnel closure kicks off spring roadwork

2013-03-22 00:05:25

Spring seems reluctant to arrive, but PennDOT is ready to begin construction season with closure of the outbound lanes of the busy tunnel.


Corbett announces agreement to keep daily Amtrak service between Pittsburgh and Harrisburg

Corbett announces agreement to keep daily Amtrak service between Pittsburgh and Harrisburg

2013-03-21 16:38:27

The governor said an agreement on a new funding plan will maintain Amtrak passenger service between Pittsburgh, Harrisburg and Philadelphia.


Inbound Route 28 traffic restricted overnight

2013-03-21 00:31:07

Inbound traffic on Route 28 will be restricted to one lane from the 40th Street Bridge to East Ohio Street starting at 8 p.m. today, Friday.


Police in Cecil, South Fayette partner with PennDOT for aggressive-driving crackdown

2013-03-19 10:21:01

They will target drivers on Route 50 for six weeks following the announcement.


Pennsylvania Turnpike crackdown coming, CEO vows

2013-03-19 00:19:31

Housecleaning at the scandal-plagued Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is just getting started, according to turnpike officials.


Engineering group gives nation a 'D+' on infrastructure

2013-03-19 00:18:54

The nation's infrastructure gets a D+, which is actually an improvement.


Squirrel Hill Tunnel outbound to close this weekend

2013-03-18 08:29:49

PennDOT will close the Parkway East tunnel at 11 p.m. Friday and reopen it by 6 a.m. Monday.


Warrington Avenue work to resume this morning

2013-03-18 00:16:47

Construction is scheduled to resume at 7 a.m. today on Warrington Avenue in Beltzhoover, affecting traffic through Aug. 30.


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