Ariel Worthy
90.5 WESA
Pittsburgh, PA, United States
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After North Side shooting, City Council to introduce legislation on short-term rental properties
After a shooting this weekend, council prepares to propose legislation to address short term rental properties → Read More
Pittsburgh, Wilkinsburg residents voice concerns about possible annexation
Both Pittsburgh and Wilkinsburg borough residents voiced their opposition to a proposed annexation that would make Wilkinsburg a part of the city. → Read More
Gainey to national Republicans: City 'would be excited to host' 2024 presidential convention
Pittsburgh is 1 of 4 cities vying to host the Republican National Convention and mayor Ed Gainey expressed his support for it. → Read More
Peduto staffers found work in federal government, the private sectors — and city government itself
While Bill Peduto departed office this week, many of his staffers have been in new positions since as early as last summer. → Read More
Pittsburgh City Council advances bill to prevent police from making minor traffic stops
In an effort to prevent police stops that could turn deadly for Black and brown people, Pittsburgh City Council appears poised to stop police from pulling over people for minor issues like a broken tail light or expired license plate. → Read More
City places officer accused of using work email to sign up for far-right group on admin duties
The city says Lieutenant Philip Mercurio is placed on administrative assignment pending an investigation. → Read More
City Council To Take Up Legislation For Bereavement Leave For Pregnancy Loss
The bill's sponsor says the measure will provide support in cases like miscarriage, and help the city become "a model of a compassionate workplace." → Read More
As Violent Crimes Increase In Some City Neighborhoods, Residents Debate Officer Visibility
Pittsburgh has experienced an increase in violence during the pandemic, and some residents believe more police officers are needed to address it. But activists say the city would be better off with fewer officers — and due to the coronavirus, they may get their wish. → Read More
Council Modifies, Passes Coronavirus Eviction Ban
Pittsburgh City Council passed legislation extending a citywide eviction moratorium on Tuesday. → Read More
City Council Takes Up Ban On 'No-Knock' Warrants, Which Officials Say Cops Don't Use
Pittsburgh City Council on Tuesday introduced legislation that would ban no-knock warrants, a move that would inscribe in city law a ban on a law → Read More
Police Reform Task Force Presents Recommendations For Changes
Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto and members of the Community Taskforce for Police Reform presented their recommendations for changes in policing on Monday. → Read More
Ross Township Police Reviewing Officer's Social Media Posts About Protesters
A Ross Township Police officer’s social-media activity is under investigation, and a personal Facebook page has been taken down after 90.5 WESA called → Read More
'We Are Living In The Tension:' Clergy Lead Prayer, Call For Justice During Monday Protests
Religious leaders gathered at Freedom Corner in Pittsburgh’s Hill District Monday afternoon to pray for peace in the wake of the death of George Floyd. → Read More
City Controller Says Pittsburgh Already Hurt By Drop In Parking, Other Taxes
In a mid-April address to the city of Pittsburgh , Mayor Bill Peduto said the coronavirus pandemic would mean “dark days” for the city’s finances. But even → Read More
Councilors Begin Effort To Turn Vacant Lots Into Local Gardens
Some Pittsburgh City Council members want to turn city-owned vacant lots into plots for urban farming. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, councilors say → Read More
Mayor Bill Peduto Declares State Of Emergency In Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto has declared a state of emergency in the city effective Monday, March 16 at 9 a.m. The declaration prohibits gatherings of → Read More
Council Revisits Parks Tax And Reptile Ownership
Pittsburgh City Council returned to a pair of issues that have been looming since late last year on Tuesday, revisiting legislation concerning alligators → Read More
Burgess, Lavelle Call On CMU To Join Equity Efforts
Pittsburgh City Councilors Ricky Burgess and Daniel Lavelle sent a letter to Carnegie Mellon University on Wednesday, urging the school to join their → Read More
Pittsburgh City Council Weighs Parks Tax Proposal
Pittsburgh City Council resumed discussion of the city's parks tax on Tuesday, with the introduction of legislation to collect and spend the proceeds. And → Read More
Church Gun Buyback Runs Out Of Money In 45 Minutes
A gun buyback held in Homewood Monday distributed $5,000 in less than one hour, according to organizers. → Read More