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Allegheny County Health Department Fines U.S. Steel $200K For Air Pollution, Permit Violations At Clairton Coke Works
The Allegheny County Health Department is fining U.S. Steel for air pollution violations at the Clairton Coke Works.
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The Allegheny County Health Department is fining U.S. Steel for air pollution violations at the Clairton Coke Works.
The Allegheny County Health Department will start sending public air quality alerts for the Mon Valley.
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The PWSA is pleading guilty for violating the Clean Water Act, accused of discharging sludge into the Allegheny River.
Many take the air we breathe here in Pittsburgh for granted, but suddenly it's become the topic of major debate.
Environmental experts, supporters and doctors say that everyone in Allegheny County has a right to breathe cleaner air, and that's why they want to boost funding for the Allegheny County Health Department in order to crack down on the biggest polluters.
The Allegheny County Health Department thousands of dollars in more fines against U.S. Steel.
Giant Eagle soon hopes to expand its new policy of eliminating single-use plastic bags to all its stores.
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The families of young people diagnosed with a rare childhood cancer confronted Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf on Monday over what they called his administration's insufficient response to a health crisis they blame on pollution from the shale gas industry.
Officials approved a plan for the Allegheny County Sanitary Authority to reduce the flow of sewage into local rivers.
US Steel and Allegheny County Health Department resolved enforcement orders associated with multiple fires.
People who live or work in Allegheny County can now monitor air pollution in real time.
Gov. Tom Wolf supports allowing his administration to study a petition calling for a cap-and-trade program in Pennsylvania.
Researchers say cooking, cleaning, and other household activities generate levels of pollution in the average home similar to that of a polluted major city.
Wildlife conservationists in Alabama are expressing outrage after the body of an endangered type of sea turtle washed ashore with a beach chair wrapped around its neck.
Starbucks is going strawless.
The once clear water in several local creeks is now dirty and cloudy, and the people who live nearby are concerned about their safety.
Scientists in Britain and the United States say they have engineered a plastic-eating enzyme that could help in the fight against pollution.
While many areas in the U.S. try to crack down on the littering aspect of not cleaning up after your dog, studies are also finding that dog poop is becoming a major environmental hazard too.
A new study ranks Pennsylvania as the second worst in the nation when it comes industrial pollution in our waterways.
There are new warnings about pollution in Pittsburgh, which could affect tens of thousands of people who live and work Downtown.
Consol Energy has agreed to pay $3 million to settle a claim that its Bailey coal mining complex in southwestern Pennsylvania repeatedly polluted nearby streams beyond what's permitted under federal and state law.
A new study by the U.S. Geological Survey says more data is needed to be able to say for sure if a link exists between unconventional oil and gas development and degraded water quality.
A Westmoreland County woman was sentenced to 6 to 15 years in prison for her role in a fatal crash in 2022.
President Biden said it's been the privilege of his life to serve the country for over 50 years.
FBI Director Christopher Wray faced questions from the House Judiciary Committee about the bureau's investigation into the Trump assassination attempt.
There are plans to reopen the Double Tree by Hilton hotel in Monroeville after it abruptly closed in February.
A woman facing several charges, including homicide in the death of a baby in Pittsburgh, made an appearance in court.
A Westmoreland County woman was sentenced to 6 to 15 years in prison for her role in a fatal crash in 2022.
President Biden said it's been the privilege of his life to serve the country for over 50 years.
FBI Director Christopher Wray faced questions from the House Judiciary Committee about the bureau's investigation into the Trump assassination attempt.
There are plans to reopen the Double Tree by Hilton hotel in Monroeville after it abruptly closed in February.
A woman facing several charges, including homicide in the death of a baby in Pittsburgh, made an appearance in court.
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The vetting process for vice president is underway, and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is on the shortlist.
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The state is suing a Pittsburgh-area home contractor who allegedly requested large sums for unfinished jobs.
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A restaurant in Downtown Pittsburgh was ordered to close for the second time this year.
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European soccer teams Liverpool FC and Real Betis are in Pittsburgh for a big game at Acrisure Stadium. Ahead of the matchup, legendary soccer star Ian Rush has a preview of the game.
Rock band Taking Back Sunday is in town for a concert at Stage AE. Ahead of the show, hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield welcome lead singer Adam Lazzara.
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed legislation aimed at saving pharmacies from going out of business.
The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police is initiating new patrols Downtown focused on smoke shops and the street activity around them.
Columbia Gas wants to abandon service to the Burhan-Crouse Funeral Home.
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Pittsburgh's public safety director said the system fails to address the underlying problems of homelessness, addiction and mental illness.
People with special needs or dementia are at a greater risk of wandering away, but now, law enforcement in Washington County can find them in minutes.
Pittsburgh was ranked 17th among the 100 largest cities in the United States.
Patients at a local hospital can choose not to be given opioids before, during and after surgeries.
Dr. Paul Leong, the owner of Sistine Plastic Surgery, joined us to share advice on what daily routines will make a difference for mature skin and how to properly use some common products like retinol.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
Martín Pérez pitched six scoreless innings, Rowdy Tellez homered into the Allegheny River and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat St. Louis 5-0 to take two of three games from the Cardinals.
The Steelers report to Saint Vincent College today meaning the season is just around the corner and fans are ready for the team to take the next step.
The IOC also voted on Wednesday to name the French Alps as the host of the 2030 Winter Games.
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Amazon said it is looking to fill over 600 full-time jobs with positions starting at $17.75 an hour.
The state is suing a Pittsburgh-area home contractor who allegedly requested large sums for unfinished jobs.
NASA is canceling a water-seeking moon rover because of cost overruns and launch delays.
A lifelong Pittsburgher has been named the new general manager of Kennywood.
Rapper and sports fan Snoop Dogg will carry the Olympic flame through the suburb of Saint-Denis, north of Paris.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
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Residents in Western Pennsylvania are cleaning up after storms rolled through the region on Monday.