Author: Richard Cook
Why Is Our 6th Annual Ultimate House Delayed?
Lawrenceville Lofts, a 24-unit luxury condominium on Butler Street, was supposed to be open for public tours in the fall of 2021. Find out what happened.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Pitt Running Back Tony Dorsett Wins the Heisman Trophy
A senior in 1976, Dorsett led Pitt to its first National Championship since 1937.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Mayor Richard Caliguiri Announces Plans for Renaissance II
The plan resulted in significant changes to the city’s skyline but was offset by a sharp downturn in the local economy.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: The Last Game at Pitt Stadium
During its 74-year lifespan, the stadium was also the second home of the Pittsburgh Steelers, until the team moved to Three Rivers Stadium.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Mean Joe Greene's Jersey Is Retired
Watch as some of his former teammates joined thousands of fans to honor Greene, only the second Pittsburgh Steelers player to have his number officially retired.
Allegheny County Health Department Director Urges Parents to Get Children the COVID Vaccine
Pending approval from the Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children ages 5 to 11 could be eligible for shots as early as next week.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Sidney Crosby Scores His First Hat Trick
With fans awaiting Sidney Crosby's return following wrist surgery, we take a look back at one of the most significant moments in his incredible career.
A Different Kind of Hat Trick as Coach Mike Sullivan Sets a Penguins' Record
With a victory Saturday over the Chicago Blackhawks, Sullivan became the winningest coach in Pens history. The celebration afterward had everyone in stitches.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: The Pirates Win Two World Series
On the same day in 1971 and 1979, the Pirates defeated the same team to become World Champions.
2021 40 Under 40 Honoree: Dr. Syed Bukhari
“Going to those clinics and talking to those patients and treating them and the way they were thankful, that really made me proud.”
2021 40 Under 40 Honoree: Dr. Taylor Abel
“Forty percent of children have epilepsy that doesn’t respond to medications. And all of those should be considered for the highest level of care and potential surgery.”
Allegheny County Health Director “Optimistic” as COVID Vaccinations Increase
Dr. Debra Bogen says she's hopeful the region is about to turn the corner on the latest wave of infections.
Ten Evenings Lecture Series Opens with “The Vanishing Half” author Brit Bennett
Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures' 2021 events will be virtual with a return to the Carnegie Music Hall in January.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: The Crash of USAir Flight 427
The accident led to the most extensive aviation investigation in world history.
Why a Pirates Lineup Made History 50 Years Ago This Week
The Pirates won the World Series in 1971, but the team did something just as significant during the regular season a half century ago. The accomplishment was recognized on the CBS Evening News Wednesday night.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Digging Begins for Ft. Pitt Tunnels
Construction of the tunnels and the Ft. Pitt Bridge were key parts of Pittsburgh's First Renaissance.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Water Main Break Floods Gateway Center
The break sent a rush of water, two feet deep in some places, through Downtown streets and nearly knocked KDKA-TV off of the air.
Step Back in Time In a Video Tour of Pittsburgh's Past Stadiums
A YouTube channel revisits the sites of Three Rivers and Pitt Stadiums, Forbes Field and the Civic Arena.
Allegheny County Stops Short of Mask Mandate – For Now
Instead, County Executive Rich Fitzgerald is “strongly recommending” everyone, vaccinated or not, wear a mask when in indoor spaces away from home.
More Pittsburgh on Netflix: Watch Trailers of Projects Shot Here
The film “Sweet Girl,” starring Jason Momoa, and the series “The Chair,” starring Sandra Oh, will both hit the streaming service next month.
From TVs to Tires – Where You Can Dump the Stuff Trash Haulers Won't Take
The Pennsylvania Resource Council is hosting a number of recycling events, and the first one is Saturday.
Allegheny County “In a Really Good Place Right Now” When It Comes to COVID-19
Despite very few cases of the virus locally, health officials warn the pandemic is not over.
