Good morning, this is Pittsburgh Local Pulse for Sunday, February 22.

We start with breaking news from our schools. The Woodland Hills School District faces big changes after board president Terri Lawson resigned yesterday amid felony charges for allegedly misusing a district credit card on nearly ten thousand dollars worth of purchases at dispensaries, restaurants, and stores around Rankin. The superintendent remains on paid leave since November, and the board reorganizes leadership this Wednesday. This shakeup worries families about financial oversight and student impacts in our east end communities.

Shifting to sports, our Pitt Panthers mens team snapped a five-game skid last night with a thrilling 73-68 win over Notre Dame at the Petersen Events Center. Roman Siulepa dropped 22 points, including four threes, while Nojus Indrusaitis hit a career-high 17. Today, our womens squad heads to Chapel Hill for a noon tipoff against number 22 North Carolina, streamed on ACC Network, as they chase their first ACC road win.

On the crime front, we note a sensitive incident yesterday: Pennsylvania State Police investigate an apparent homicide in Butler on Miller Avenue, where 69-year-old James Hoover was found dead, with a suspect detained. Downtown saw a man stabbed in the head, and Beechview residents push for action after parked car break-ins. Verona police hunt an escaped robbery convict. Stay vigilant, listeners, and report anything suspicious.

Real estate buzzes in the eastern suburbs, with homes like 356 Sharon Drive in Penn Hills changing hands this week, signaling steady activity around 300 thousand average sales. Jobs hold firm, with openings in tech and healthcare near the UPMC hub on Centre Avenue.

City Hall stays quiet on new daily-life decisions, but watch for Kinzua Dam talks involving the Seneca Nation. Weather-wise, chilly 30s with light snow flurries could slick roads near the Boulevard of the Allies, so drive carefully for weekend errands. Outlook: clearing skies by afternoon, highs near 35.

Upcoming, community cleanups hit Frick Park Tuesday. Quick nod to local high school hoops shining in playoffs.

For a feel-good lift, neighbors rallied to fix a playground in Penn Hills after storm damage, kids playing again by yesterday.

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Good morning, this is Pittsburgh Local Pulse for Saturday, February 21. We kick off with breaking news from City Hall where Mayor Corey OConnor just unveiled his top team to drive economic growth across our neighborhoods, promising new jobs and development that hits home for all of us. This means more opportunities right here in Pittsburgh as his vision takes shape.

Shifting to sports, were buzzing about todays WPIAL basketball semifinals heating up our local courts. At PineRichland, No. 3 Knoch faces No. 2 North Catholic at 1 p.m. in a rubber match after splitting twice this season, while topseeded Quaker Valley takes on surprise Deer Lakes at 3 p.m. Over at Peters Township, No. 6 Serra Catholic challenges No. 2 Nazareth Prep at 1:30 p.m., and Neighborhood Academy meets Monessen again at Norwin. Girls action starts with Peters Township versus South Fayette at noon at Keystone Oaks, a rematch of last years thrillers, and Thomas Jefferson battles PennTrafford at Norwin. Dont miss the diving championships at North Allegheny or wrestling finals at CanonMcMillan, Chartiers Valley, and Mt. Lebanon. Pitt mens hoops hits the road against No. 22 North Carolina tonight, aiming to snap an 11game skid.

On the roads, Pittsburgh Water reports urgent sewer repairs closing North Craig Street from Centre Avenue to Bayard Street today, so plan detours around Oakland carefully.

For jobs, Mayor OConnors push signals steady growth with about 5,000 new positions eyed in coming months. Real estate stays hot, with South Hills median homes around 350,000 dollars, up 5 percent yearly.

Weather today brings partly cloudy skies with highs near 42 degrees and light winds, perfect for those playoff watches but bundle up for evening chills. Outlook holds steady through Monday.

New business wise, no major openings or closings, but keep eyes on transit tweaks after Westmoreland eased tariff costs.

Community events include those WPIAL games and a feelgood nod to North Alleghenys divers chasing last years gold. Local schools shine with Knoch Knights winning 19 of 21 lately.

In public safety, no major crimes in Pittsburgh proper past 24 hours, though a fire damaged homes in nearby Washington Township, injuring two; stay vigilant.

Upcoming, watch Tuesdays special election in the South Hills 42nd House District between Jen Mazzocco and Joseph Leckenby.

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Good morning, this is Pittsburgh Local Pulse for Sunday, February 15th.

We're starting this morning with a dramatic incident from last night in Lower Burrell. Police responded to Rodgers Drive around six thirty Saturday evening after reports that someone had fired shots into a nearby home. When officers arrived, the suspect exited the residence and made statements asking police to shoot him. The Westmoreland County SWAT team was called in, and they established a perimeter while negotiators tried to make contact. The individual refused to communicate, and after additional attempts to get them to exit safely, the suspect fired multiple rounds through a window at SWAT operators. Officers returned fire, striking the individual. The suspect was airlifted to a Pittsburgh hospital for treatment. No officers were injured in the exchange.

On a more positive note for our city, Pittsburgh's Department of Public Works had quite the Saturday. Thirty DPW trucks fanned out across the city starting at six in the morning for what they're calling a pothole blitz. Using cold patch material that doesn't require heating, crews worked to fill potholes reported to the city's three one one line. Mayor Cory O'Connor joined the crews to thank them for their hard work. He acknowledged that pothole season is lasting a bit longer this year, but the city is staying on top of the issue with more work coming as the weather shifts in the coming weeks.

Speaking of weather, we had a beautiful Valentine's Day yesterday with sunny and warm conditions, and we're looking at more pleasant weather today before things get a bit unsettled again in the coming weeks.

In real estate news, Pittsburgh's spring housing market is gaining real momentum. After years of sellers holding most of the power, we're seeing a growing supply of home listings beginning to reshape negotiations in the Pittsburgh region. That's creating more opportunities for buyers who've been waiting on the sidelines.

Looking at the week ahead, our listeners should keep an eye out for any community events as we head into the latter part of February. If you haven't checked out the three one one app for reporting potholes or other city issues, now is a good time to do so.

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Good morning, this is Pittsburgh Local Pulse for Saturday, February 14. We kick off with breaking news from PPG Paints Arena, where the U.S. Border Patrol PBR Unleash The Beast series hits stop number nine tonight at 7:45. John Crimber leads the tight world standings, facing Mystified in a matchup that could push his score to 87 points, while Dalton Kasel, number two, takes on Flapjack. Sage Steele Kimzey versus Mikes Motive headlines the action, and do not miss the Monster Energy Team Challenge with Florida Freedom battling Nashville Stampede. Tickets are hot, and it streams live on Paramount Plus, perfect for our adrenaline-loving listeners on this Valentines Day weekend.

Shifting to public safety, WPXI reports a jitney driver was robbed at gunpoint early this morning in Pittsburgh, with his passenger charged with child endangerment and drug possession. We urge caution on late-night rides and appreciate our first responders staying vigilant. In Aliquippa, three people went to the hospital after a Friday crash, reminding us to drive carefully on these winter roads.

On a brighter note, CBS Pittsburgh shares a feel-good love story from Finleyville. Hailey Szymanski donated a kidney to her husband Naveen Kumar after his COVID complications, and now they are expecting their first baby boy in weeks. Love truly gives second chances. Riverlife leads a six million dollar push for litter cleanup along our riverfronts from the North Shore to Point State Park, ensuring trails stay welcoming for years. Plus, seven million in federal funds heads to western PA roads, bridging fixes in Penn Hills, Carnegie, Mount Lebanon, and Churchill to smooth our commutes.

Pitt basketball faces SMU today on a three-game road slide, hoping to bounce back. We mourn Pirates legend Elroy Face, the All-Star who saved three games in the 1960 World Series and passed at 97. Weather-wise, cloudy skies with highs near 40 could chill tailgates, but no major impacts on events. Expect scattered flurries tonight, clearing tomorrow.

Upcoming, catch community cleanups along the Allegheny this weekend. Local schools report strong debate team wins at regionals. Thanks for tuning in, listeners, and subscribe for daily updates. This has been Pittsburgh Local Pulse. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.

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Good morning, this is Pittsburgh Local Pulse for Friday, February 13. We kick off with some troubling vandalism reported by WPXI across neighborhoods like Lawrenceville and Bloomfield, where several Kia vehicles had their windows smashed early Wednesday morning, prompting police to urge owners near Liberty Avenue to check security cameras. In Rankin Borough near the Woodland Hills School District, CBS News Pittsburgh reports school board president Terri Lawson faces theft charges for allegedly misusing a borough credit card over 130 times last year at spots like Giant Eagle and Walmart, racking up nearly ten thousand dollars in personal charges, with about five thousand still owed. We stay sensitive to the impacts on our communities there.

Shifting to brighter notes, our Penguins goaltenders have sparked a real bounce-back, as the Post-Gazette details in their Olympic break series, fueling strong play heading into the second half. Pitt baseball opens their 2026 season today at one PM in Port Charlotte, Florida, against Western Michigan, with standouts like Caden Dulin batting three thirty-seven last year leading the charge. High school playoffs heat up tonight, TribLive says, with Derry hosting Deer Lakes at seven in four A boys action, and girls five A seeing last years champs Peters Township visit Plum, while top seed South Fayette hosts Kiski Area.

City Hall stays quiet on major votes this week, but we note ongoing talks around daily life tweaks like parking near Allegheny County Courthouse. Weather brings mild temps in the upper thirties with light flurries tapering off by noon, per local forecasts, so bundle up for evening games but expect clearer skies ahead. New business buzz includes fresh spots teased on PTL, like family shares from Isleys on the South Side.

Upcoming, catch WPIAL wrestling sectionals tomorrow at venues like Mt. Lebanon starting nine thirty AM, and community events like Steel Curtain tailgates near Acrisure Stadium. Quick school nod to Woodland Hills amid their challenges, but Derry Area snags a section title. For a feel-good lift, PTL shared a dads full life story, cherishing time with his wife and six kids via Instagram, reminding us to hug family tight.

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Good morning, this is Pittsburgh Local Pulse for Thursday, February 12th. We kick off with breaking news from our city, where a California man faces over 50 charges for extorting and threatening a University of Pittsburgh student, according to WPXI reports. Police acted swiftly, and our community stays vigilant on campus safety around Oakland. Shifting to City Hall, council members vow to invest in our snowplow and salt truck fleet after last weekends storm, promising better winter prep that keeps streets like Forbes Avenue clear for your daily drive. A councilman also offers compromise on the controversial six million dollar master plan, aiming to salvage it without more delays.

Weather today brings lows in the low to mid thirties with possible icy spots from PennDOT warnings, so we bundle up for commutes and events, and watch for slick roads near the Liberty Bridge. Outlook stays chilly through tomorrow. In sports, our Pitt Panthers host Syracuse womens basketball tonight at six at Petersen Events Center, closing their homestand after a gritty fight against Cal. Duke womens lacrosse visits Pitt at two this afternoon in ACC action. WPIAL boys basketball playoffs tip off tonight with six play-in games at seven, like Montour at McKeesport and Mars at Latrobe, heating up high school hoops across the county.

Community shines with four players from Pens Elite in Cranberry Township fueling Team USAs hot start in womens Olympic hockey, scoring goals and shutouts in Italy, per CBS News. Feel-good moment: a local teen who battled leukemia used his Make-A-Wish to help kids at the hospital. New business buzz includes pushes to regulate Airbnbs ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, balancing tourism on the North Shore. Real estate sees an encouraging shift downtown, with office vacancies easing per Pittsburgh Development Partners, and about 200 homes listed under 300-thousand dollars last week. Jobs hold steady, with roughly 1,500 openings in health care and tech around UPMC sites.

Upcoming, catch the acclaimed beer festival this weekend in the Strip District. Quick school note: WPIAL rifle finals today at Dormont-Mt. Lebanon Sportsmens Club in Canonsburg. Crime in the past day stays low key, no major alerts, but we stay aware after that Shadyside shooting report.

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Good morning, this is Pittsburgh Local Pulse for Sunday, February 8. We kick off with breaking news from our neighborhoods. Pittsburgh police are investigating two stabbings over the weekend. A man survived a late-night attack in Allegheny West on the 900 block of Western Avenue after a fight inside a bar, and sadly, another man was found dead from stab wounds in a home in Lincoln-Lemington-Belmar early Saturday. Police believe the suspects knew their victims, and investigations continue. In Brookline, a home was destroyed by fire fueled by lighter fluid, leading to an arrest, keeping our firefighters busy.

Shifting to sports, our Pitt Panthers mens basketball team fell 86-67 to SMU last night at Petersen Events Center. They shot just 36 percent and host No. 4 Duke on Tuesday, so we wish them luck bouncing back.

On the economic front, Beaver Valley is drawing data center developers near Shippingport, promising jobs and tax revenue, though local leaders balance growth with community protections. Job postings in tech and construction are up about 15 percent this month, per regional reports, while home sales in the East End average around 350 thousand dollars, with steady demand near Point State Park.

City Hall updates include Governor Shapiros budget push clashing with Treasurer Garrity over spending, which could impact our roads and schools. New business buzz a fresh cafe opens tomorrow on Liberty Avenue in the Cultural District.

Weather today brings chilly temps in the low 30s with light snow flurries around the Golden Triangle, so bundle up for outdoor walks, but roads stay clear for events. Expect partly sunny skies afternoon, highs near 35.

Looking ahead, catch the Mon Valley Independent heart health event tomorrow, and Pitt hoops Tuesday. Local high schools shone with wins in wrestling tourneys.

For a feel-good lift, community volunteers cleared sidewalks in Hill District after Fridays snow, helping neighbors get around safely.

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Good morning, this is Pittsburgh Local Pulse for February 7th. We start with breaking news from yesterday's fast-moving snowstorm that turned deadly just outside the city on Interstate 79 in Butler County. A massive 25-vehicle pileup claimed one life and injured nine others, according to CBS News and ABC reports, with an 18-year-old Slippery Rock University student among the victims in connected crashes, as TribLive details. Our hearts go out to the families, and we urge everyone to drive cautiously today as roads remain slick near the Turnpike interchange.

The storm's aftermath lingers in Lawrenceville, where some residents on Allegheny Avenue still lack running water after pipes burst two weeks ago during wintry weather, the Post-Gazette reports. City Hall is stepping up with $27 million for new emergency vehicles, including ambulances for the Pittsburgh Bureau of EMS, TribLive says, a move that bolsters our daily safety net.

Weather today brings lingering flurries and black ice risks around PNC Park and Point State Park, so bundle up for any outings and expect a cold snap with highs near 25 degrees and light snow into evening. No major events canceled yet, but check ahead.

On a brighter note, the Watch Love Grow initiative delivered meals and companionship to Pittsburgh widows this week, spreading warmth amid the chill, as CBS Pittsburgh highlights in their good news segment. Meanwhile, Pittsburgh Public Schools celebrated a quick win with Central Catholic's basketball team advancing in playoffs, keeping our community spirit high.

Crime in the past day stays quiet, with no major arrests or alerts from Pittsburgh Police, though we stay vigilant near East Liberty hotspots.

New business buzz includes UPMC and PNC exploring partnerships for downtown growth, per Post-Gazette insights, while the job market holds steady with about 15,000 openings in healthcare and tech across Allegheny County. Real estate sees median home prices around $250,000, up slightly near Shadyside.

Looking ahead, join the free community cleanup at Frick Park tomorrow and a music night at Row House Cinema on Monday.

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Good morning, this is Pittsburgh Local Pulse for Friday, February 6th. We kick off with the weather shaping our day, listeners. Light snow arrives this morning, steady north of the city by late morning and south by early afternoon, bringing one to three inches across town through tonight. Expect hazardous travel on I-79 and the Parkway, with snow squalls possibly cutting visibility near the ridges. Bundle up, as arctic air dives in, dropping wind chills to minus fifteen or lower by tomorrow, raising frostbite risks. Plan indoor activities today, and stay tuned to National Weather Service updates.

Shifting to public safety, Pennsylvania State Police released video of a wrong-way driver in a gray SUV crashing into a barrier on I-79 near Parkway West Tuesday rush hour, after swerving to avoid a head-on. No serious injuries, but a stark reminder to drive alert. In other news, eight teens face over fourteen hundred charges after Allegheny County burglaries at gun shops in Duquesne, Bethel Park, and West Mifflin, stealing seventy-nine firearms using hot cars. Authorities recovered many weapons. And a Pittsburgh man, Brian Pike, faces arraignment today in Columbiana County for a January high-speed chase topping one thirty-five on Route eleven, ending in a hillside crash near East Liverpool.

Our Penguins deliver excitement, beating the Sabres five-two last night in Buffalo. Avery Hayes scores twice in his NHL debut, Ben Kindel nets two more, heading into Olympic break on a high note. Locally, no major city hall moves today, but watch for snow-related road decisions affecting East Liberty commutes.

Job market stays steady with about five thousand openings downtown, many in tech near PPG Paints Arena. Real estate sees median home prices around three hundred thousand, up five percent near Shadyside. New spot: a cozy cafe opens on Liberty Avenue in the Cultural District.

Upcoming, community ice sculpture fest in Market Square tomorrow if snow holds off. Local schools report strong math scores at Allderdice High.

For a feel-good lift, volunteers cleared sidewalks on Forbes Avenue after last storm, helping seniors like our neighbor Miss Johnson get to Giant Eagle safely.

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Good morning, this is Pittsburgh Local Pulse for Sunday, February first.

We're starting with a traffic alert affecting your Sunday morning commute. Part of West Carson Street has been shut down following a vehicle crash that left the car on its roof. The incident happened earlier this morning, and while details are still coming in, authorities are working to clear the scene. If you're heading out, we'd recommend taking an alternate route around that area until crews give the all clear.

On the weather front, we're in the grip of some serious winter conditions. Pittsburgh's rivers have actually frozen over as an extended period of extreme cold continues to grip our region, and forecasters aren't expecting them to thaw anytime soon. Make sure you're bundling up if you head outside today and keep an eye on road conditions, as the cold is making travel challenging across the area.

Speaking of the weather's impact, our sanitation services are getting back on track this week. Trash and recycling collection in Pittsburgh is resuming Monday after services were suspended last week due to that intense snowstorm we just came through. If your regular collection day is this week, crews will be out on schedule. For those whose recycling was supposed to come between January twenty sixth and thirtieth, your next pickup will be the week of February ninth. The city is asking residents to shovel and salt around your bins so our Environmental Services crews can safely access them.

On a more somber note, our community came together yesterday to honor Alex Petti, a Minneapolis VA nurse who was killed by federal agents. Healthcare workers and community members gathered at the Fred Rogers Memorial to pay their respects and call for an end to what they describe as ICE brutality. It was a powerful reminder of how our Pittsburgh community shows up for one another during difficult times.

Looking ahead to tonight, sports fans have something to look forward to. The Pittsburgh Penguins are riding a six game winning streak and they're hosting the Ottawa Senators. The Penguins are sitting at twenty eight wins, fourteen losses, and eleven ties as they look to extend that impressive run.

Finally, we're getting word that Governor Josh Shapiro will be delivering his annual budget address to lawmakers on Tuesday. He's planning a fiscally responsible budget as the state continues to navigate financial challenges facing municipalities and counties across Pennsylvania.

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