Lifestyle
Catholic Church Shrinks as Non-Denominational Churches Grow
Declining attendance and church closures in Rust Belt cities contrast with rising popularity of non-denominational congregations.
Picklesburgh Festival Announces 2026 Dates in Pittsburgh
The annual celebration of all things pickled returns to Downtown Pittsburgh for its 10th anniversary.
Pittsburgh Postal Worker Returns Lost Wallet Against All Odds
Despite snow, freezing temperatures, and a long workday, a young mail carrier went the extra mile to reunite a wallet with its owner.
Business
Pittsburgh Parking Authority's Ticket-by-Mail Program Sees Surge in Fines
Enforcement technology leads to more tickets and revenue, but officials say the goal is compliance, not profit.
Deadly Explosion at U.S. Steel's Clairton Coke Works Raises Safety Concerns
As Nippon Steel inherits the plant, questions linger about management and environmental issues
Beacon Communities Begins Affordable Housing Redevelopment in Downtown Pittsburgh
The project will convert 66 units in the historic May Building into affordable housing and upgrade the building's systems.
Crime
Verona Police Seek Public's Help to Locate Escaped Robbery Convict
Joseph Fisher accused of fleeing traffic stop, providing false identity
Verona Police Searching for Wanted Man Who Allegedly Lied During Escape
The suspect, Joseph Fisher, is wanted for providing false information to officers after fleeing a traffic stop.
Man Stabbed in Head in Downtown Pittsburgh
Police investigating overnight attack in Market Square
Weather
Pittsburgh Temperatures Soar into the 50s on Saturday
Rain chances return on Sunday as a low-pressure system moves through the region.
Experts Warn of Looming Threat of Powerful Storms
Warming winters and more intense winter storms create dangerous combination for East Coast communities
Fire Breaks Out at House in Plum, Allegheny County
Firefighters battle smoky blaze on Dombroski Avenue
Sports
Steelers Among Most-Fined NFL Teams in 2025
Pittsburgh Steelers face hefty fines for player misconduct and penalties
Konnor Griffin Praised as Potential Pirates Superstar
FanGraphs' Eric Longenhagen compares Pirates' top prospect to some of the best shortstops in recent history.
Pitt QB Commit Kevin Verpaele Shines at MVP Camp
Rising star quarterback's performance draws increased interest from college programs
