Local news for Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.https://alleghenycountyherald.com/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/pittsburgh-doctors-explain-pope-leo-s-lung-cancer-diagnosis-surgery-and-recovery/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/pittsburgh-doctors-explain-pope-leo-s-lung-cancer-diagnosis-surgery-and-recovery/Two Pittsburgh thoracic cancer experts say the pope's early-stage adenocarcinoma, caught before it spread, carries a favorable outlook for a healthy, active 71-year-old.Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTTariq Mahmoudhttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/it-needed-to-be-different-steelers-defensive-coordinator-patrick-graham-moves-to/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/it-needed-to-be-different-steelers-defensive-coordinator-patrick-graham-moves-to/After four weeks coaching from the press box, Pittsburgh's Patrick Graham worked at field level in Sunday's win over Indianapolis, a change coach Mike McCarthy said was aimed at improving game-day communication.Sun, 11 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTTariq Mahmoudhttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/postal-service-rolling-out-new-vans-in-pittsburgh-region/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/postal-service-rolling-out-new-vans-in-pittsburgh-region/The U.S. Postal Service has started putting its redesigned electric and gas-powered delivery vehicles into service in the Pittsburgh area as part of a nationwide fleet overhaul of more than 100,000 vehicles.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMTTariq Mahmoudhttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/the-great-allegheny-passage-to-remain-closed-indefinitely-near-kennywood-park/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/the-great-allegheny-passage-to-remain-closed-indefinitely-near-kennywood-park/A roughly five-mile stretch of the popular trail will remain closed indefinitely while engineers assess two loose rock formations discovered during landslide repairs.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTPriya Sharmahttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/oneil-cruz-crushes-homer-in-return-braxton-ashcraft-tosses-gem-as-pirates-top-ti/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/oneil-cruz-crushes-homer-in-return-braxton-ashcraft-tosses-gem-as-pirates-top-ti/Oneil Cruz hit a go-ahead two-run homer in his first game back from a fractured hand, and Braxton Ashcraft threw eight strong innings as Pittsburgh beat Detroit on Tuesday night.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTPriya Sharmahttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/pittsburgh-local-music-spotlight-ferocious-ghosts/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/pittsburgh-local-music-spotlight-ferocious-ghosts/The Pittsburgh alternative group, whose new revenge-themed single was co-produced by an engineer with Pearl Jam and Alice in Chains credits, plays Mr. Smalls Funhouse on Sept. 12.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMTPriya Sharmahttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/penguins-select-winger-liam-ruck-at-no-22-in-1st-round-of-2026-nhl-draft/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/penguins-select-winger-liam-ruck-at-no-22-in-1st-round-of-2026-nhl-draft/Pittsburgh used its lone first-round selection on the 18-year-old forward, who finished second in Western Hockey League scoring this past season.Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMTTariq Mahmoudhttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/carrie-blast-furnaces-stand-strong-with-recent-100k-grant/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/carrie-blast-furnaces-stand-strong-with-recent-100k-grant/A Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission grant will fund foundation and masonry repairs at the 1907 Blowing Engine House on the National Historic Landmark site.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMTTariq Mahmoudhttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/wesa-allegheny-front-win-10-golden-quill-journalism-awards-2-regional-murrow-awa/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/wesa-allegheny-front-win-10-golden-quill-journalism-awards-2-regional-murrow-awa/Pittsburgh's 90.5 WESA newsroom and its partner program The Allegheny Front have been recognized in regional, state and national journalism competitions in 2026.Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00 GMTTariq Mahmoudhttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/blawnox-sportsmen-club-a-legacy-of-camaraderie-and-giving-back/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/blawnox-sportsmen-club-a-legacy-of-camaraderie-and-giving-back/The membership-only club on Freeport Road, founded in 1936, marks its 90th anniversary March 27 with more than 600 members and a long record of supporting community causes.Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMTPriya Sharmahttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/pittsburgh-council-members-seek-to-bar-cooperation-with-ice/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/pittsburgh-council-members-seek-to-bar-cooperation-with-ice/A bill to be introduced Tuesday would limit city employees' dealings with federal immigration agents, following similar action by Allegheny County earlier this month.Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMTPriya Sharmahttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/pittsburgh-regional-transit-urged-to-stop-redesign-of-bus-routes-fix-ridership-o/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/pittsburgh-regional-transit-urged-to-stop-redesign-of-bus-routes-fix-ridership-o/With its funding crisis postponed for two years, Pittsburgh Regional Transit plans to resume its bus route overhaul, but an advocacy group says the agency should first address falling ridership and poor on-time performance.Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMTPriya Sharmahttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/election-hq-voter-guide-for-2025-election-day-in-western-pa/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/election-hq-voter-guide-for-2025-election-day-in-western-pa/A voter guide to Election Day in Western Pennsylvania, where a Pittsburgh mayoral contest and costly judicial retention campaigns sit atop a long list of local races.Mon, 27 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMTPriya Sharmahttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/jefferson-hills-resident-prepares-for-intense-swim-bike-run-competition/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/jefferson-hills-resident-prepares-for-intense-swim-bike-run-competition/Ebtehal Badawi, a 43-year-old artist and mother of two who had little chance to play sports growing up in Saudi Arabia, is preparing for the Ironman Chattanooga Xclusive Challenge in late September.Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMTPriya Sharmahttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/penguins-lose-another-clunker-to-flyers-remain-winless-since-break/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/penguins-lose-another-clunker-to-flyers-remain-winless-since-break/Pittsburgh's postseason hopes continued to shrink Tuesday night as Philadelphia ran away with a lopsided win at Wells Fargo Center.Tue, 25 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMTPriya Sharmahttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/a-former-cmu-prof-is-involved-in-project-2025-the-conservative-plan-to-overhaul/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/a-former-cmu-prof-is-involved-in-project-2025-the-conservative-plan-to-overhaul/Kiron Skinner, who founded a policy institute at Carnegie Mellon University, authored the State Department section of the Heritage Foundation's conservative blueprint, which calls for sweeping changes to the federal workforce.Fri, 12 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMTTariq Mahmoudhttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/two-doctors-struck-by-tragedy-in-sudan-one-dead-one-fleeing-for-his-life/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/two-doctors-struck-by-tragedy-in-sudan-one-dead-one-fleeing-for-his-life/Dr. Mohamed Eisa, a Pittsburgh gastroenterologist who traveled to Sudan after his father's death, fled Khartoum after his friend and fellow physician Dr. Bushra Sulieman was killed in the war's 11th day.Fri, 28 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMTPriya Sharmahttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/don-t-panic-over-eagles-rookie-tight-end-eli-stowers-here-s-where-he-can-improve/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/don-t-panic-over-eagles-rookie-tight-end-eli-stowers-here-s-where-he-can-improve/Stowers, a second-round pick from Vanderbilt, has been quiet in training camp, but comparisons with other non-first-round tight ends suggest his breakout could be years away.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/lebron-james-could-live-in-new-york-while-playing-in-philly-wilt-chamberlain-did/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/lebron-james-could-live-in-new-york-while-playing-in-philly-wilt-chamberlain-did/As reports float the idea of LeBron James living in New York while playing for the Sixers, friends of Wilt Chamberlain recall how the Hall of Famer commuted by fast car in the 1960s.Sun, 09 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/da-withdraws-all-charges-against-family-court-judge-accused-of-attacking-his-wif/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/da-withdraws-all-charges-against-family-court-judge-accused-of-attacking-his-wif/The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office withdrew the case against Common Pleas Judge Michael Fanning, citing the women's wishes, a lack of injuries and documentation of 'extensive mitigation.'Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/eagles-newcomers-26-cole-payton-could-bring-interesting-new-dimension-to-quarter/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/eagles-newcomers-26-cole-payton-could-bring-interesting-new-dimension-to-quarter/With training camp set to open July 28, the Eagles' rookie from North Dakota State and a Washington State safety recovering from injury are among the team's new faces.Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/gas-prices-top-4-a-gallon-in-philadelphia/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/gas-prices-top-4-a-gallon-in-philadelphia/The national average for regular gasoline has topped $4 for the first time in four years, and Philadelphia prices are running above it as the Strait of Hormuz stays largely closed.Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/birdie-club-a-golf-simulator-will-open-next-to-the-new-isgro-pastries-and-angelo/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/birdie-club-a-golf-simulator-will-open-next-to-the-new-isgro-pastries-and-angelo/The five-bay venue, targeted for an October debut, would join a cluster of food and retail projects near Swanson and Wolf Streets.Sun, 08 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/philly-courts-warn-of-pa-turnpike-unpaid-toll-text-message-scam/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/philly-courts-warn-of-pa-turnpike-unpaid-toll-text-message-scam/Officials say bogus messages claiming a Pennsylvania Turnpike toll violation are a scam, and that the courts never demand payment by text.Sun, 08 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/1-year-after-massive-sps-technologies-fire-montco-commissioners-applaud-its-retu/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/1-year-after-massive-sps-technologies-fire-montco-commissioners-applaud-its-retu/Montgomery County commissioners say the planned return of the Abington aerospace fastener plant is welcome news, though the new facility will employ about half as many people as before.Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/delaware-has-470-kids-in-foster-care-as-teens-wait-longest-and-youth-age-out/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/delaware-has-470-kids-in-foster-care-as-teens-wait-longest-and-youth-age-out/State officials and partner agencies say the shortage of foster homes is most severe for teenagers and in Sussex County, leaving many youth to age out of care with limited support.Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/the-rev-carolyn-cavaness-mother-bethel-a-m-e-s-first-female-pastor-reflects-on-h/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/the-rev-carolyn-cavaness-mother-bethel-a-m-e-s-first-female-pastor-reflects-on-h/The Rev. Carolyn Cavaness, appointed in November as the first woman to lead Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church in its 238-year history, describes a transformative first year and her plans for the next.Wed, 22 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/this-philly-charter-has-been-roiled-by-upheaval-and-turnover-now-its-renewal-is/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/this-philly-charter-has-been-roiled-by-upheaval-and-turnover-now-its-renewal-is/A Frankford charter school once known for stability has seen dozens of staff changes and sharp test score declines, and its five-year renewal is on hold during a district inspector general review.Tue, 21 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/philly-s-matcha-shortage-morning-newsletter/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/philly-s-matcha-shortage-morning-newsletter/Cafes across Philadelphia are coping with little or no matcha, a shortage that owners tie to social-media-fueled demand and a delicate crop.Sat, 06 Sep 2025 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/alec-bohm-homers-in-return-from-injured-list-phillies-send-otto-kemp-back-to-tri/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/alec-bohm-homers-in-return-from-injured-list-phillies-send-otto-kemp-back-to-tri/Alec Bohm went deep in his second at-bat after coming off the injured list Sunday, and the Phillies optioned infielder Otto Kemp to make room.Sun, 17 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/drew-mukuba-s-first-pick-six-lifts-the-rookie-back-into-the-eagles-safety-compet/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/drew-mukuba-s-first-pick-six-lifts-the-rookie-back-into-the-eagles-safety-compet/Playing in his first NFL game action, the second-round pick returned an interception 75 yards for a touchdown and recovered a fumble, even as Philadelphia fell 22-13 to Cleveland.Sun, 17 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/for-the-phillies-dick-allen-s-hall-of-fame-journey-became-personal/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/for-the-phillies-dick-allen-s-hall-of-fame-journey-became-personal/Allen, who refused to lobby for Cooperstown before his death in December 2020, was inducted Sunday after a campaign carried by a groundskeeper, an author, a filmmaker, a teammate and the Phillies' owner.Mon, 28 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/dick-allen-s-hall-of-fame-induction-marks-the-end-of-frog-carfagno-s-work-for-hi/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/dick-allen-s-hall-of-fame-induction-marks-the-end-of-frog-carfagno-s-work-for-hi/Mark "Frog" Carfagno, a former Phillies groundskeeper, made the trip to Cooperstown despite poor health to see his friend Dick Allen inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.Sun, 27 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/no-buy-2025-morning-newsletter/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/no-buy-2025-morning-newsletter/As consumer pessimism rises, some Philadelphia-area residents are cutting nonessential spending, and say they are already seeing savings and other benefits.Mon, 21 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/penn-state-s-abdul-carter-a-likely-top-five-nfl-draft-pick-says-philly-is-where/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/penn-state-s-abdul-carter-a-likely-top-five-nfl-draft-pick-says-philly-is-where/Ahead of this week's NFL draft, the La Salle College High School and Penn State standout said his hometown shaped the edge he brings to the field.Mon, 21 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/yes-the-u-s-army-chorus-sang-les-mis-at-the-white-house-governors-ball/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/yes-the-u-s-army-chorus-sang-les-mis-at-the-white-house-governors-ball/A video of the U.S. Army Chorus singing 'Do You Hear the People Sing?' before President Trump and the first lady has drawn millions of views and speculation about why the song was chosen.Thu, 27 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/as-philly-federal-workers-face-a-deadline-to-share-their-accomplishments-the-man/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/as-philly-federal-workers-face-a-deadline-to-share-their-accomplishments-the-man/An email from the Office of Personnel Management asking federal employees to detail their past week's work, with a Monday-night deadline, prompted confusion and scrambling among union leaders in the Philadelphia region.Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/former-planned-parenthood-president-women-s-rights-activist-cecile-richards-has/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/former-planned-parenthood-president-women-s-rights-activist-cecile-richards-has/Richards, the daughter of former Texas Gov. Ann Richards and a leading voice for abortion access, died at home on Monday, her family said.Mon, 20 Jan 2025 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/sussex-county-blocks-state-approved-plan-for-medical-marijuana-biz-to-open-store/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/sussex-county-blocks-state-approved-plan-for-medical-marijuana-biz-to-open-store/A Delaware cannabis operator that won state approval for a new store near Frankford was denied by Sussex County under a May ordinance that advocates say effectively bans retail marijuana sales.Thu, 21 Nov 2024 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/nbc-olympics-tv-and-streaming-schedule-for-friday-aug-9/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/nbc-olympics-tv-and-streaming-schedule-for-friday-aug-9/Friday's Olympic schedule features Sha'Carri Richardson in the 4x100 relay, a U.S. women's basketball semifinal against Australia, and a marquee 400-meter hurdles showdown, with most major events airing on NBC and Peacock.Fri, 09 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/which-big-5-team-has-more-to-prove-in-thursday-s-wbit-quarterfinal-villanova-or/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/which-big-5-team-has-more-to-prove-in-thursday-s-wbit-quarterfinal-villanova-or/Two evenly matched Philadelphia programs face off Thursday night at Finneran Pavilion, with the winner moving on to the first Final Four of the NCAA-owned Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament.Thu, 28 Mar 2024 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/sixers-still-waiting-for-joel-embiid-s-injury-diagnosis-and-treatment-coach-nick/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/sixers-still-waiting-for-joel-embiid-s-injury-diagnosis-and-treatment-coach-nick/Coach Nick Nurse said the 76ers have no new information on Joel Embiid's lateral meniscus injury, even as a report claimed the star center has a displaced flap tear.Sat, 03 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/the-supreme-court-says-it-is-adopting-a-code-of-ethics-for-the-first-time/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/the-supreme-court-says-it-is-adopting-a-code-of-ethics-for-the-first-time/All nine justices agreed to a new code that mostly codifies existing practice and leaves compliance to the justices themselves.Mon, 13 Nov 2023 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/pa-supreme-court-election-results-democrat-daniel-mccaffery-beats-republican-car/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/pa-supreme-court-election-results-democrat-daniel-mccaffery-beats-republican-car/Democrat Daniel McCaffery defeated Republican Carolyn Carluccio in a race that saw record spending and heavy attack advertising, expanding his party's majority on the state's high court.Wed, 08 Nov 2023 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/a-philly-teen-saw-a-murder-called-911-and-did-15-years-in-prison-now-he-s-exoner/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/a-philly-teen-saw-a-murder-called-911-and-did-15-years-in-prison-now-he-s-exoner/David Sparks, convicted of a 2006 murder he witnessed as a 16-year-old, had his conviction overturned after previously undisclosed police-file evidence pointed to another man as the shooter.Mon, 06 Nov 2023 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/flyers-not-panicking-over-power-play-struggles-with-trap-game-against-sharks-cir/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/flyers-not-panicking-over-power-play-struggles-with-trap-game-against-sharks-cir/After a 5-0 loss to the Kings and another empty night with the man advantage, Philadelphia shuffled its units in practice while preparing for a San Jose team that has lost 10 of its first 11 games in regulation.Mon, 06 Nov 2023 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/reliever-craig-kimbrel-finalizes-a-one-year-deal-with-the-phillies-but-will-he-b/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/reliever-craig-kimbrel-finalizes-a-one-year-deal-with-the-phillies-but-will-he-b/The 34-year-old, the active saves leader, passed his physical and joins a Philadelphia bullpen whose manager has avoided naming a set closer.Fri, 29 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/famed-pianist-and-pops-legend-peter-nero-has-died-at-89/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/famed-pianist-and-pops-legend-peter-nero-has-died-at-89/The jazz-trained pianist and longtime Philly Pops conductor, who released more than 70 albums, died Thursday of natural causes in Florida.Sun, 09 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/u-s-open-first-round-leader-bets-late-baseball-rallies-highlight-a-week-of-bad-b/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/u-s-open-first-round-leader-bets-late-baseball-rallies-highlight-a-week-of-bad-b/Collapsing baseball leads and a record-setting tie at the U.S. Open cost bettors money or cut into their winnings over the past week.Mon, 19 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundjihttps://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/house-of-the-week-a-three-bedroom-contemporary-home-in-pennsport-for-485-000/https://alleghenycountyherald.com/article/house-of-the-week-a-three-bedroom-contemporary-home-in-pennsport-for-485-000/A theater set designer who bought a dated South Philadelphia house in April 2020 and refurbished it largely herself is now selling the 1,878-square-foot property.Tue, 16 May 2023 12:00:00 GMTAever Bundji