Author: Richard Cook
After 18 Years with Steelers, Ben Roethlisberger Officially Retires
Surrounded by his family, Roethlisberger made the announcement in a video message, rather than holding a press conference.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: The Love Affair That Led to an Infamous Jail Break
More than a century ago, two Canadian brothers housed at the Allegheny County Jail while awaiting execution escaped with the help of the warden's wife.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: The City Records Its Coldest Day Ever
The record-setting day occurred during a frigid cold snap when the low temperature was below zero for four straight days.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: The Local Connections to a Super Bowl Upset
Three men with deep Pittsburgh-area connections played key roles in what's considered one of the greatest upsets in sports history.
If That Was a Meteor Exploding Over Pittsburgh Saturday, It Wasn't the First Time
Similar events occurred in 2015 and 1938 over the skies of Western Pennsylvania.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Albert Einstein Comes to Pittsburgh
The physicist spoke in a theater that held only 400 people with another 600 trying unsuccessfully to get in.
Best Restaurants and Hot Properties Lead Our Top Stories of the Year
Find out what 10 stories attracted the most attention in 2021.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Mario Lemieux Returns to the Ice After His First Retirement
After a more than three-year break, the superstar reassured fans within seconds that he had not lost any of his magic on the ice.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: “Sudden Death,” Shot in Pittsburgh, Opens in Theaters
There are plenty of familiar faces in the movie, including Mike Lange, Paul Steigerwald and several Penguins players.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Steelers Turn Out the Lights at Three Rivers Stadium
Plus, the University of Pittsburgh makes an historic coaching hire.
The Face of Modern Advance Dentistry
Dr. Kevin Pawlowicz.
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.”
