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Robert Morris University alumni James (Jim) Woods lands a job as the Vice President at Push 7 in downtown Pittsburgh. Photo Credit: (Push 7)

RMU alumn joins Pittsburgh marketing firm as vice president

Gage Goulding, News Editor
January 30, 2019

PITTSBURGH -- A Robert Morris University alumnus recently joined the executive team at a Pittsburgh marketing firm. James (Jim) Woods, Class of '06 alumnus, was hired as the vice president of Push 7, a downtown Pittsburgh marketing firm. Push 7 is a full-service marketing...

The City of Pittsburgh captured from the Roberto Clemente Bridge.

One of Pittsburgh’s famous sister bridges to close for rehabilitation

Gage Goulding, News Editor
January 30, 2019

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh is known for its three rivers and the bridges that connect the city. In February, one of the famous sister bridges will close for a long-term rehabilitation project. The City of Pittsburgh Department of Public Works released a statement on Monday...

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Extreme cold enters region with arctic temperatures, many schools cancel class

Gage Goulding, News Editor
January 30, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP - A strong winter weather system known as a polar vortex is sweeping across the country, sending temperatures in many cities plummeting to sub-arctic levels. Schools and universities across the region have canceled classes on Wednesday in preparation for what...

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Allegheny County Jail inmate dead after breathing difficulties

Gage Goulding, News Editor
January 29, 2019

PITTSBURGH — An inmate at the Allegheny County Jail died on Monday. Officials released a statement to the media stating that an unidentified male inmate began to experience breathing difficulties at approximately 12:20 p.m. According to Warden Orlando Harper, medical...

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Pittsburgh Police officers resuscitate 1-year-old

Briana Lewis, Contributor
January 29, 2019
Patrolling officers Jena Bednarowicz and Bryce Valencic were dispatched to Lamier on Jan. 20 at around 3 p.m. for an unresponsive 1-year-old boy.
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Allegheny County prepares for extreme winter weather

Marlisa Miller, Contributor
January 28, 2019
National Weather Service Pittsburgh offers tips and information on how to prepare for the extreme cold.
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Allegheny Co. Executive Rich Fitzgerald submits three bills and six appointments to County Council

Michael Delehanty, Contributor
January 25, 2019

PITTSBURGH — Allegheny county executive Rich Fitzgerald submitted three bills to County Council for consideration or referral at a meeting on Jan. 22. The first bill was ordinance ratifying amendments to the Health Department's Rules and Regulations, Article XXI "Air Pollution...

The City of Pittsburgh captured from the Roberto Clemente Bridge.

Pittsburgh among America’s safest and most affordable places to live in 2019

Megan Shandel, Assistant Multimedia Manager
January 25, 2019

PITTSBURGH — The Steel City has been named among the top 10 safest and most affordable cities in America. According to Realtor.com, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is No. 2 on the list with a total crime rate of 18.44% and a median home list price of $170,000. Coming in at number...

Pittsburgh International Airport in Pennsylvania, Photo Date: 5/30/2016 Photo Credit: (MGN Online)

Pittsburgh International Airport saw monumental growth in 2018

John Blinn, Assistant News Editor
January 23, 2019

PITTSBURGH -- During 2018, the Pittsburgh International Airport saw its busiest year for the first time in more than a decade, with passenger traffic up nearly 4 percent. According to a press release from the Allegheny County Airport Authority, Pittsburgh received up to 9.66...

Newly Graduated People Wearing Black Academy Gowns Throwing Hats Up in the Air. Photo Credit: (Pexels)

WalletHub releases 2019’s best and worst college towns

Michael Delehanty and Gage Goulding
January 23, 2019

PITTSBURGH -- The personal-finance website WalletHub released a report showcasing stating the best and worst college towns and cities of 2019. WalletHub released the report in order to help college-bound students determine where they felt that they would best fit in. While...