Match pool donors supercharge our ability to produce impactful journalism. The post Public Source seeks champions for local news that strengthens democracy appeared first on Pittsburgh's Public Source. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
“The Glenwood yard is not a decaying relic of past activities. It’s an active state-of-the-art railroad yard that’s well maintained and an engine for growth,” said John Ashbridge, president of the Allegheny Valley Railroad. The post Hazelwood rezoning plan sidetracked by railroad concerns appeared first on Pittsburgh's Public Source. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
O’Connor already flexed his fundraising muscles this year, outraising incumbent Democratic Mayor Ed Gainey in the spring and besting him in the primary election. The post O’Connor campaign has 60 times more cash than GOP rival six weeks before mayoral vote appeared first on Pittsburgh's Public Source. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
“If we do see an increase of workers coming to the area during the draft or during any other kind of big events, we do not want to punish them,” Theresa Nightingale said. “We want to be able to make sure these people are safe.” The post Prep for NFL draft in Pittsburgh includes sexual violence prevention appeared first on Pittsburgh's Public Source. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
The Pittsburgh-area Democrats say a plan moving through Republican-led Congress would hamstring programs meant to address hunger, housing needs, infrastructure and more. The post Lee, Innamorato aim to ‘fight back’ on Trump budget plan as Congress debates appeared first on Pittsburgh's Public Source. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
A timeline of federal higher ed changes and responses by Pittsburgh-area colleges and universities. The post Timeline: U.S. House Republicans praise Pitt for cutting China tie, the latest Pittsburgh response to D.C. higher ed action appeared first on Pittsburgh's Public Source. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
The county awarded a contract to Unity Recovery, a Philadelphia-based, peer-led recovery community organization, to open and operate two respite houses for people experiencing mental health crises. It was executed in February 2024, but the program has yet to get off the ground. The post Allegheny County inching toward more peer-led mental health help appeared first on Pittsburgh's Public Source. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsourc...| Pittsburgh's Public Source
“I believe that a lot of violence is motivated by a grievance narrative. We have to find somebody to blame for what doesn’t feel good in ourselves,” Feinstein said Monday. “I think we have to figure out, how do we have less of that self hate?” The post New ‘Stand for All’ organization created in Pittsburgh to combat hate appeared first on Pittsburgh's Public Source. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
"I was confined under these conditions from ages 14 to 18. Even the simple adolescent act of making friends was impossible. I only had an hour each day to interact with peers my age, who were detained alongside me on the youth offender wing of the prison." The post In Pennsylvania, we can do better than caging kids appeared first on Pittsburgh's Public Source. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
Nearly 30,000 people in Southwestern Pennsylvania are projected to lose government food assistance under this and other federal changes.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
Parents like Fatuma Muhina say immigrant families deserve clearer enrollment, safer schools, and stronger voices in Pittsburgh Public Schools.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
Mon Valley and Pittsburgh residents concerned after US Steel coke works blast, while Allegheny County reports no air quality spikes.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
PRT is considering fare hikes along with cuts to Allegheny County bus, T service due to insufficient state funding, waning pandemic aid and lower ridership.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration says billions in aid to Pennsylvania schools and human services will be delayed, as he and legislators struggle to end their month-long budget stalemate.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
When it comes to violence prevention, Pittsburgh youth have a lot to say. Here’s how four locals are advocating for a safer city.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
Allegheny County reinstated an advisory board to guide management of Highland Detention at Shuman Center, operated by private contractor Adelphoi.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
From Pittsburgh to LA, Maia Williams reflects on diversity and growth as a Black professional. On returning home she found her “beat.”| PublicSource
Trump announced $92 billion in investments for Pennsylvania, called a key player in the race to pioneer and utilize AI.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
Trump's "big" bill puts Medicaid on the chopping block. From work requirements to loss of coverage, here are Pittsbughers' concerns.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
Allegheny County property tax revenue declined in 2024 for the first time in 15 years. Here are the key takeaways.| PublicSource
Uncertainty looms in the development forecast for Pittsburgh as economic pressures challenge city strengths in research, tech and innovation.| PublicSource
Gene Walker is a leading supporter of consolidation plans for Pittsburgh Public Schools. Mentoring and hard truths shaped his vision.| Pittsburgh's Public Source
On AI Avenue and Robotics Row, local leaders promote new innovation corridors despite concerns over housing loss and displacement.| Pittsburgh's Public Source