Julia Zenkevich
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Pittsburgh, PA, United States
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Tipped workers will see changes under new rules in Pennsylvania
Tipper workers in Pennsylvania will soon get more protections. The Wolf administration announced an update Wednesday to how restaurant servers and others who rely on tips are paid. → Read More
Where to expect traffic delays when President Biden visits Pittsburgh Friday
President Joe Biden will be in Pittsburgh Friday, and local officials say residents should prepare for traffic disruptions and restricted parking throughout the day. The president is expected to tout his economic record while in town, according to officials. → Read More
Omicron deals another blow to Pittsburgh restaurants and their workers
The omicron variant of COVID-19 has brought more difficuties for restaurant owners and workers as they continue to navigate staffing and supply chain shortages and other issues. → Read More
Government and weather officials seek cause of loud 'boom, shaking' reported in western Pennsylvania
Government and weather officials in Pittsburgh are trying to determine the source of a loud “boom” noise that accompanied numerous reports of “shaking” in the region around 11:20 this morning. In a statement, Allegheny County officials said they received multiple reports of “of a loud boom, shaking” in the South Hills and other parts of southwest Pennsylvania. Users of Twitter and other social… → Read More
Where can I get a COVID test in Allegheny County?
The surge of the extremely infectious omicron variant continued over the holidays, and the number of COVID-19 cases rose in Allegheny County and across the country.Some people may want to get tested after spending time with family and friends. Here's where you can find a test in Allegheny County. → Read More
Giant Eagle salad kits included in recall
Giant Eagle-brand salad mixes are among 10 brands being recalled due to a risk of listeria contamination. The meal-kit maker Fresh Express issued the recall on Monday after a random sample test of one of their salad kits tested positive for the bacteria. → Read More
Peduto highlights Pittsburgh efforts on climate change at COP26
Mayor Bill Peduto joined other leaders at the United Nations climate talks in Scotland this week to discuss Pittsburgh’s progress towards the city’s goals. By 2030, officials have pledged to reduce citywide emissions and energy and water use by 50%.Officials say a number of projects, such as transitioning city streetlights to LED and using renewable electricity in City facilities will help… → Read More
More than 80% of American Jews say antisemitism has increased over the past five years
About one in four Jewish people in America have been the targets of antisemitism over the past year, either in person or online, according to a new survey. The report comes three years after the shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue building — the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history. → Read More
More than 1,000 Cases of Mysterious Bird Disease Reported In Pennsylvania
More than 1,000 potential cases of a mysterious disease affecting songbirds were reported across Pennsylvania during the July 4th weekend. That’s up from just 70 at the beginning of the month. → Read More
Churchill Residents Say They're Concerned About Proposed Development Believed To Be For Amazon
A group of residents are planning to protest a proposed e-commerce distribution center in Churchill Tuesday evening. → Read More
State Senate Bill Would Allow Teens To Bypass Parental Approval For COVID-19 Vaccine
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention approved Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use in people as young as 12 in May. But in Pennsylvania, kids under 18 must have parental consent for many health care services, including vaccinations. → Read More
Survey: Pennsylvanians Are Warming Up To Elected Leaders As Pandemic Restrictions Lift
Some southwestern Pennsylvanians say they have more faith in elected officials now than they did a month ago. → Read More
Nearly 7,000 Pennsylvanians Apply For COVID-19 Funeral Reimbursements Through New FEMA Program
Federal funding is available to help cover funeral expenses for people who died of COVID-19. The Federal Emergency Management Agency is offering up to $9,000 per burial. → Read More
How Local Organizations Are Adapting To Meet Opioid Crisis Challenges During The Pandemic
Deaths from drug overdoses accelerated during the pandemic, according to preliminary data published earlier this month. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were more than 87,000 overdose-related deaths, the highest number ever recorded in a 12-month period. Western Pennsylvania groups that help people struggling with substance use disorder say they have had to… → Read More
Fitzgerald On COVID In Allegheny County: ‘We Don’t Want To Turn Into Texas’
On today's program: As Allegheny County is experiencing an increase in COVID-19 cases, officials are trying to slow the pandemic; an update on the U.S. → Read More
As Marathon Nears, Outgoing CEO Patrice Matamoros Reflects On 10 Years Building Pgh's Biggest Race
From humble beginnings — there wasn't even a marathon in Pittsburgh in 2008 — CEO and race director Patrice Matamoros says she put her whole heart into → Read More
Democratic Lawmakers Say 'Use Of Force' Bills Are Coming In The Wake Of Michael Rosfeld's Acquittal
After former East Pittsburgh police officer Michael Rosfeld was acquitted in the shooting death of unarmed black teenager Antwon Rose, calls for → Read More
Trauma Response Team Addresses Aftermath Of Antwon Rose Verdict, Finds Hope In Community
A trauma response team is spending the week with former classmates slain teenager of Antwon Rose Jr. at Woodland Hills High School. The counseling group, → Read More
PennDOT Is Tripling Its Budget For Landslide Remediation In Western PA
PennDOT is budgeting $20 million for landslide remediation in the coming year, District 11 executive Cheryl Moon-Sirianni told The Confluence Tuesday. The → Read More
Could Investment In Digital Infrastructure Help Close The Rural-Urban Divide?
Calls for investment in digital infrastructure have increased across the country. More than one-third of people in rural areas lack access to high-speed → Read More