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The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

This is where are all Pittsburgh related news will be at.

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North Braddock Police investigate shooting that resulted in a crash

John Blinn, News Editor
April 14, 2019

PITTSBURGH - North Braddock Police are searching for a man who was involved in a shooting that resulted in a crash. Authorities responded to a report of gunfire outside of Tunns Bar located at 1200 Bell Avenue. The shots are believed to be the result of a physical altercation...

Hiring surged in December, employers added 312,000 jobs. Photo Credit: (MGN Online)

WalletHub ranks best cities for jobs in the U.S.

Michael Delehanty, Contributor
April 14, 2019

PITTSBURGH — A recent study released by WalletHub ranks the best cities for jobs in the United States. While conducting the study, WalletHub looked at more than 180 cities across 30 key elements such as job opportunities, employment growth, monthly average starting salary...

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Raccoon captured in Indiana Twp. tests positive for rabies

Michael Delehanty, Contributor
April 13, 2019

PITTSBURGH — The Allegheny County Health Department has confirmed yet another case of rabies in the area. Last week, a raccoon was captured around the 200 block of Little Deer Creek Road in Indiana Township. This is the 17th reported case of rabies in Allegheny County in...

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Picklesburgh named No. 1 specialty food festival in America

Michael Delehanty, Contributor
April 12, 2019

PITTSBURGH — Picklesburgh has been named the best specialty food festival in America by USA Today. The nationwide contest was a part of the reader's choice Best Specialty Food Festival in America. Pittsburgh went up against cities such as Houston, Miami, Louisville and Baltimore. "Thank...

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Pittsburgh Crime Stoppers: Police seeking tips from February Homestead homicide

Michael Delehanty, Contributor
April 11, 2019

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Crime Stoppers are seeking the public's help with an open homicide investigation from February. In the early morning hours of Feb. 2, 2019, police responded to reports of gunshots around East 17 Street in Homestead. Upon arrival, police found...

A car drives over the Roberto Clemente Bridge into downtown Pittsburgh. Photo Date: March 29, 2019. Photo Credit: (RMU Sentry Media/Gage Goulding)

Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto signs legislation on firearms and gun violence

John Blinn, News Editor
April 10, 2019

PITTSBURGH - Mayor Bill Peduto has signed legislation to regulate firearms. Mayor Peduto signed the regulations on Tuesday and the bills were approved by the Pittsburgh City Council last week. The mayor was joined by friends and family members of the victims of the Squirrel...

Bridges and buildings in Downtown Pittsburgh reflect off the city's mirror-like rivers on an early spring morning. Photo Date: March 29, 2019 Photo Credit: (RMU Sentry Media/Gage Goulding)

Pittsburgh named No. 1 city for small businesses

Soundharjya Babu, Assistant News Editor
April 7, 2019

PITTSBURGH - Pittsburgh is the best place to launch a small business, according to Citimart ratings. The ratings were based on 56 other U.S. cities. According to Citimart, Pittsburgh ranks first in openness to small businesses and their ideas. The Small Business Accessibility...

League of Women Voters' held a debate in Robert Morris University's Yorktown Hall the night of March 20, 2019.

Democratic candidate Pam Iovino defeats D. Raja in 2019 special election

John Blinn, News Editor
April 3, 2019

PITTSBURGH -- Democratic candidate Pam Iovino claimed victory over Republican candidate D. Raja at approximately 10 p.m. Tuesday night. RELATED STORY: Raja, Iovino face off in 37th District Senate Debate at RMU's Yorktown Hall pic.twitter.com/LI9U5lwj6N — Pam Iovino...

PNC Park home of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Photo Credit: (MGN Online)

Buc Night returns to PNC Park

Gage Goulding, News Editor
April 2, 2019

PITTSBURGH - The Pittsburgh Pirates have announced that Buc Night is returning for the 2019 season. The popular Pirates discount program features select games in which fans can purchase $1 tickets and select foods. The first time fans can take advantage of the ticket discounts...

Penn State's Miles Sanders (24) scores on a two yard run during fourth quarter action of the the Nittany Lions game with Appalachian State, Photo Date: 10/9/18 Photo Credit: (MGN Online)

Report: The best college athletics in Pennsylvania

Gage Goulding, News Editor
April 2, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP — Niche.com put college sports teams across the state head to head with hopes to determine the best collegiate athletics in Pennsylvania. The report analyzes factors such as student reviews, statistics, national championships and athletic department revenue...