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The Pittsburgh region has a new front door.

Local, state and federal officials and Pittsburgh International Airport leadership held a ceremony Saturday celebrating of its $1.7 billion terminal modernization project at the Moon Township facility.

New airport terminal 'built by Pittsburghers, for Pittsburghers'

The Pittsburgh region has a new front door. Local, state and federal officials and Pittsburgh International Airport leadership held a ceremony Saturday celebrating of its $1.7 billion terminal moderni...

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TribLIVE @triblive.bsky.social · 9h

A Pittsburgh police officer suffered head injuries Saturday after being hit by a car that had been reported stolen, according to Pittsburgh Public Safety.

Pittsburgh officer hit by vehicle during police pursuit involving stolen car, 4 suspects in custody

A Pittsburgh police officer suffered head injuries Saturday after being hit by a car that had been reported stolen, according to Pittsburgh Public Safety. According to police, reports of the stolen ve...

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TribLIVE @triblive.bsky.social · 11h

Injured Pittsburgh Penguins forward Bryan Rust is back to practicing fully, with his 2025-26 debut seemingly on the horizon.

But whether he’ll suit up Saturday night at home vs. the New York Rangers remains to be seen.

Penguins' Bryan Rust's status uncertain vs. Rangers; Arturs Silovs to start in net

Injured Pittsburgh Penguins forward Bryan Rust is back to practicing fully, with his 2025-26 debut seemingly on the horizon. But whether he’ll suit up Saturday night at home vs. the New York Ran...

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TribLIVE @triblive.bsky.social · 12h

The Cleveland Browns visit the Steelers this Sunday, aiming to end a 21-game regular-season losing streak at Pittsburgh. Key players and matchups to watch, full story here:

Scouting the Browns: Cleveland has 21-game regular-season losing streak at Steelers

SCOUTING THE BROWNS Last meeting Steelers beat Browns, 27-14, on Dec. 8, 2024 in Pittsburgh Key matchup Steelers LT Broderick Jones vs. Browns DE Myles Garrett A four-time AP first-team All Pro, Garre...

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TribLIVE @triblive.bsky.social · 13h

Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell of the Pittsburgh Steelers are not just running; they're breaking tackles with impressive frequency. Dive into the stats that highlight their performances.

Steelers 4 Downs: Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell excel at breaking, forcing missed tackles

1. Tough to tackle The Pittsburgh Steelers’ 1-2 punch at running back hasn’t exactly wowed the NFL with volume — the Steelers rank 31st in rushing yards per game — but some of ...

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TribLIVE @triblive.bsky.social · 14h

Former U.S. President Joe Biden is receiving radiation therapy for his prostate cancer diagnosed in May, a spokesperson for him said on Saturday.

“As part of a treatment plan for prostate cancer, President Biden is currently undergoing radiation therapy and hormone treatment, the spokesperson said.

Former US President Biden undergoing radiation therapy for cancer, spokesperson says

Former U.S. President Joe Biden is receiving radiation therapy for his prostate cancer diagnosed in May, a spokesperson for him said on Saturday. “As part of a treatment plan for prostate cancer...

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A woman who allegedly carjacked a vehicle in Pittsburgh’s North Side was arrested Friday after fleeing from Pittsburgh police in the stolen vehicle, traveling across the Allegheny River and hitting the exterior of the Omni William Penn Hotel in downtown Pittsburgh, police said.

Woman arrested after Pittsburgh carjacking

A woman who allegedly carjacked a vehicle in Pittsburgh’s North Side was arrested Friday after fleeing from Pittsburgh police in the stolen vehicle, traveling across the Allegheny River and hitt...

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TribLIVE @triblive.bsky.social · 15h

The Pittsburgh Riverhounds have placed longtime coach Bob Lilley on administrative leave, the team announced in a statement Friday night.

Pittsburgh Riverhounds put coach Bob Lilley on administrative leave

The Pittsburgh Riverhounds have placed longtime coach Bob Lilley on administrative leave, the team announced in a statement Friday night. Assistant coach Rob Vincent will serve as acting head coach effective immediately, the team said. The Riverhounds a...

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Framed by the city’s skyline Friday afternoon, the 2026 Draft Local Organizing Committee revealed the official branding and visual identity for the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.

NFL Draft branding unveiled in Pittsburgh

Framed by the city’s skyline Friday afternoon, the 2026 Draft Local Organizing Committee revealed the official branding and visual identity for the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh. The branding’s ...

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TribLIVE @triblive.bsky.social · 1d

TV Talk with Rob Owen: KDKA-TV hires meteorologist; ‘Kingstown’ trailer debuts

TV Talk: KDKA-TV hires meteorologist; ‘Kingstown’ trailer debuts

Following the August retirement of forecaster Kristin Emery, this week, KDKA-TV announced a new weekend morning meteorologist hire, Rob Wilson. The Fox Chapel resident most recently worked as a financ...

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Upchuck singer Kaila Thompson on anger, activism and staying sane through punk. The Atlanta band is playing Pittsburgh on Oct. 17

Upchuck singer Kaila Thompson on anger, activism and staying sane through punk

Atlanta punk band Upchuck will be playing its first show in Pittsburgh next week, and being embraced by an audience helps to preserve the band’s sanity in trying times. Upchuck’s new album...

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Two people arrested by Ambridge police for protesting during an immigration raid over the summer are suing the Beaver County borough and its officers in federal court.

ICE protest arrests spark 1st Amendment lawsuits against Ambridge police

Two people arrested by Ambridge police for protesting during an immigration raid over the summer are suing the Beaver County borough and its officers in federal court. Two separate complaints alleging malicious prosecution and violations of First Amendm...

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TribLIVE @triblive.bsky.social · 1d

Football Footnotes with Tim Benz: Striking similarities, vast differences make this Steelers-Browns game a close call https://triblive.com/sports/football-footnotes-striking-similarities-vast-differences-make-this-steelers-browns-game-a-close-call/

Football Footnotes: Striking similarities, vast differences make this Steelers-Browns game a close call

When the Cleveland Browns come to Acrisure Stadium, there’s usually a presumption that the Pittsburgh Steelers are going to have an easy day. Well, in the regular season anyway. Let’s not ...

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Mark Madden: Steelers' prehistoric approach of 7 offensive linemen worked but has its flaws

The Steelers were founded in 1933. Right now, they’re using an approach fit for 1933. Coach Mike Tomlin has become enamored with deploying, for all intents and purposes, seven offensive linemen....

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In preparation for the U.S.’s 250th anniversary, the Heinz History Center is presenting a new exhibition in collaboration with the Pittsburgh Society of Illustrators, showcasing a range of beautiful perspectives through which Americans view America.

Heinz History Center Kicks off America's 250th with 'My America' exhibit

In preparation for the U.S.’s 250th anniversary, the Heinz History Center in the Strip District is presenting a new exhibition in collaboration with the Pittsburgh Society of Illustrators, showc...

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Now a regular, defenseman Ryan Shea wants to show 'a different side of me' with Penguins

Now a regular, Penguins defenseman Ryan Shea wants to show 'a different side of me'

Tuesday’s season-opening 3-0 road win against the New York Rangers represented a lot of significant firsts to celebrate for members of the Pittsburgh Penguins. It was Dan Muse’s first game...

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2025 Pittsburgh/Allegheny ounty homicide victims: https://triblive.com/local/2025-pittsburgh-allegheny-county-homicide-victims/

2025 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims

A look at each of the homicides that have occurred in Allegheny County in 2025: Jan. 4: Dorrel Ferguson Dorrel Ferguson, 19, of Wilkinsburg was found fatally shot with a single gunshot wound to the up...

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Things are jumping in Westmoreland County this weekend, from museums to theaters to battlefields and everywhere in between. Here’s just a few ideas of what to do:

Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: Oct. 10-12

Things are jumping in Westmoreland County this weekend, from museums to theaters to battlefields and everywhere in between. Here’s just a few ideas of what to do. Art on Tap: Rocktober Fest The ...

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First Call with Tim Benz: Steelers could have kryptonite for Dillon Gabriel's 'superpower'; horrible night for Philly sports

First Call: Steelers could have kryptonite for Dillon Gabriel's 'superpower'; horrible night for Philly sports

Friday’s “First Call” examines a potential tactical advantage for the Pittsburgh Steelers’ defense against Browns quarterback Dillon Gabriel. Tyler Glasnow’s start may be...

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.@lorifalce.bsky.social: Holding our friends responsible is maybe more important than calling out enemies

Lori Falce: Holding our friends responsible is maybe more important than calling out enemies

It is not just easy to criticize those with whom we disagree. It can also be deeply enjoyable. It’s part of what makes social media so addictive. It feeds that spot in our brain where we all hav...

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You’re not imagining things — thousands of rubber ducks have taken over Pike Street in downtown Canonsburg.

And a local candy shop is taking the credit.

Who pulled the rubber duck prank on Canonsburg?

You’re not imagining things — thousands of rubber ducks have taken over Pike Street in downtown Canonsburg. And a local candy shop is taking the blame. Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop, a 19-store chain with a location on Pike Street, placed 2...

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Pittsburgh native pop artist Andy Warhol may be best known for his colorful screenprints of celebrities, but there was also a deeper, darker side to the prolific and eccentric figure.

“Andy Warhol: Vanitas” opens Friday at the Andy Warhol Museum.

'Andy Warhol: Vanitas' exhibit explores artist's deeper, darker side

Pittsburgh native pop artist Andy Warhol may be best known for his colorful screenprints of celebrities, but there was also a deeper, darker side to the prolific and eccentric figure. “Andy Warh...

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You’re not imagining things — thousands of rubber ducks have taken over Pike Street in downtown Canonsburg.

And a local candy shop is taking the blame.

Who pulled the rubber duck prank on Canonsburg?

You’re not imagining things — thousands of rubber ducks have taken over Pike Street in downtown Canonsburg. And a local candy shop is taking the blame. Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop, a 19...

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COMMENTARY: It is not just easy to criticize those with whom we disagree, it can also be deeply enjoyable.

But we cannot just scorn the bad deeds of others while ignoring what is happening with our own side. That makes us complicit in whatever happens.

Lori Falce: Holding our friends responsible is maybe more important than calling out enemies

It is not just easy to criticize those with whom we disagree. It can also be deeply enjoyable. It’s part of what makes social media so addictive. It feeds that spot in our brain where we all hav...

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In their home debut Thursday night, the #Penguins unveiled a new third jersey. Quietly teased by the team via social media for days, the jersey’s primary color is yellow and features the traditional skating penguin crest.

It won't be the last time this season fans can see them on the ice.

Penguins debut new yellow jerseys in home opener

The Pittsburgh Penguins unveiled a new third jersey Thursday as they took the ice for their home-opening contest against the New York Islanders. Quietly teased by the team via social media for a handf...

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