Author: Richard Cook
Commuting Toll: How Much Do We Waste Stuck in Traffic?
Pittsburgh gridlock not only frays nerves — it dings the wallet.
Head North to Find the Comfiest Place in the Pittsburgh Area
Cranberry Township was the only western Pa. area mentioned in a nationwide list of most comfortable cities.
Pittsburgh Provides Delightful Backdrop for Contortionists
Using the the fountain at the Point as their stage - these skilled performers posed for some incredible pictures.
Which Suburb Is Riding Pittsburgh's 'Best Places' Coattails?
Pittsburgh is getting props from yet another national publication, and this time one of the city's suburbs also is basking in the glow.
Steelers' James Harrison on Parenting: Awards are Earned
The linebacker is returning two participation trophies given to his sons because he wants them to "EARN" real trophies instead.
Go Inside the New UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex
Get your first look at this $70 million facility that features two full-size ice rinks and an array of amenities for pro and amateur athletes alike.
Women's Soccer on the Main Stage in Pittsburgh This Weekend
Led by Pine-Richland's Meghan Klingenberg, the World Cup champion U.S. Women's National Soccer team is getting the kind of treatment usually reserved for the Pens, Pirates, or Steelers during playoff time.
Who Should Be on a Pittsburgh Version of Mount Rushmore?
It's not an easy choice, but we came up with four Pittsburgh-area icons to get the conversation started.
Pittsburgh Philanthropist, Influential Republican Elsie Hillman Dies at 89
Married for seven decades to her industrialist husband Henry, the Hillmans are considered one of Pittsburgh's ultimate power couples.
Steelers President Admits 'I Stole Joe Greene's Car'
What's equally surprising is that it took a decade before Greene ever found out about it.
Watch: Korean Broadcaster's Epic Call of Kang's Winning Homer
Most of us won't understand a word of it, but it really doesn't matter.
Riding with POTUS in Pittsburgh
Allegheny Co. Executive Rich Fitzgerald and Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto took to twitter to share their ride with President Obama Tuesday morning.
Pirates All-Star Pitcher Can Handle Any Kind of Diamond
Gerrit Cole returned from Cincinnati with more than just memories of the All-Star game.
President Obama Coming to Pittsburgh to Address VFW Convention
The convention opens Saturday at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
More Change on Mount Washington: Another Restaurant Closing
Isabela on Grandview has been open since 2000.
Downtown Pittsburgh Losing Its Last Flagship Department Store
A Philadelphia developer has big plans for the 13-story Macy's department store building.
Pirates All-Stars Head to Cincinnati in Style
Gerrit Cole, A.J. Burnett, Mark Melancon and Andrew McCutchen made sure to share the experience on social media.
Pirates Players Rescue Grounds Crew Swallowed by Tarp
Video of what some are calling the "Tarpnado" has gone viral.
The Hilarious Chore James Harrison Does During Workouts
Most people simply would catch their breath — but not this legendary Steelers linebacker.
Dream Achieved: Meghan Klingenberg is a World Cup Winner
The Pittsburgh-area native and her teammates are headed to Heinz Field next month.
Pittsburgh-Area Fireworks: When & Where to Watch Them
You can get your fill of fireworks all weekend long, if you know where and when to look.
Report: Penguins Try But Fail to Acquire Blackhawk's Brandon Saad
Instead, the Pittsburgh-area hockey phenom is headed to Columbus.
