Weather
Pittsburgh Sees Increase in Wind Gusts Despite Lower Sustained Winds
Analysis shows average wind speeds have dropped, but maximum wind gusts have reached record highs in recent years
Thousands Left Without Power as Storms Hit Pittsburgh Area
Duquesne Light and West Penn Power report nearly 4,000 outages across western Pennsylvania.
Impressive Lightning Strike Captured Outside Pennsylvania Home
Video shows booming thunder as lightning touches down and lights up surrounding trees.
Sports
Steelers land top-three wide receiver in new 2026 NFL mock draft
Arizona State's Jordyn Tyson could join DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. in Pittsburgh
Penguins' Mantha Scores Power-Play Goal Against Stars' Oettinger
Pittsburgh forward Anthony Mantha nets the opening tally in the matchup between the Penguins and Stars.
Underrated key to Super Bowl secondary, Mike Wagner #24
11th round safety Steelers 24th best draft pick since 1969
Science
Rare Daytime Fireball Spotted from Orbit as Residents Report Powerful Sonic Boom
The dramatic demise of the interplanetary visitor may have been witnessed by a satellite from geostationary orbit.
Astrobotic Wins Contract for Lunar Wheels on Italian Habitat
The Pittsburgh-based space firm will contribute wheels for Italy's planned drivable lunar habitat.
Record Number of Peregrine Falcons Counted in Allegheny County
Conservation efforts have helped the raptor species rebound in the region.
Lifestyle
Ohio Woman's Cooking Comedy Channel Gains 1 Million Followers
Desarae Legros pivoted from restaurant dreams to social media stardom with her relatable, mistake-filled cooking videos.
Comedian Finds Healing Through Improv and Stand-Up After Tragic Loss
Michael Cruz Kayne turned to comedy to cope with the death of his infant son, eventually creating a show that explores grief and loss.
Pittsburgh Schools Close for NFL Draft, Frustrating Parents
District cites disruption concerns, but most schools are miles from event site
Crime
Man Accused of Groping Mall Easter Bunny
Suspect allegedly touched costumed worker during photo session in Pittsburgh
Man Charged with Sexually Assaulting Easter Bunny in Pittsburgh Mall
Suspect Bera Shivakrishna allegedly groped woman in Easter Bunny costume at South Hills Village Mall
More Inmates Join Blair County Prison Class Action Lawsuit
Total number of plaintiffs now at 10 in federal case alleging unconstitutional conditions
