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Pittsburgh braces for a soaking Friday with heavy rain, flooding risks, and stifling humidity—especially between I-80 and I-70—while Saturday brings scattered storms and cooler temps, leaving Sunday as the perfect, dry, sunny day to enjoy the warmest weather of the weekend. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai...

The Parkway East is shutting down for 25 days starting tonight at 9 PM — a massive, high-stakes bridge project using a never-before-used lateral slide-in method. PennDOT chose July for lighter traffic, aiming to finish fast and avoid years of lane closures. With bonuses for early completion and penalties for delays, everyone’s on the clock — a temporary headache now, for long-term relief later. Li...

The Big Boy steam locomotive, number 4014—the last operating one in the world—is rolling through western Pennsylvania this Saturday, celebrating America’s 250th birthday with stops in Leetsdale, Altoona, Horseshoe Curve, Cresson, and Pittsburgh. Built in 1941 to haul heavy freight, this engineering marvel draws massive crowds dubbed its “Elvis Presley” status. Union Pacific urges fans to witness t...

A 32-year-old man from Shaler Township, Robert Hlovchiec, faces federal charges after posting death threats on YouTube in February and March — including targeted threats against a member of Congress and self-identification as a white supremacist and Nazi. The indictment alleges interstate communication and attempts to influence a federal official, underscoring how online extremism can trigger seri...

Damar Hamlin’s Chasing M’s Foundation just awarded 11 Pittsburgh students a $1,000 scholarship each—$11,000 total—to help cover education costs, honoring the medical heroes who saved his life in 2023 and continuing his mission to uplift local youth through opportunity. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This...

An 18-year-old girl got trapped inside an abandoned missile silo in Colorado after climbing down with two friends—she couldn’t climb back up, forcing firefighters to conduct a technical rescue at 3 a.m. She was taken to the hospital for evaluation. Authorities are sounding the alarm: this is the third such rescue in recent years, and these sites are deadly traps with toxic gases and fall hazards....

Get ready for a major traffic headache next week—starting Monday, July 13th, through Thursday, July 16th, beam placement at the Wexford Interchange on I-70 will shut down key lanes and cause nightly slowdowns. Expect one-lane closures, four 30-minute stoppages, and a full off-ramp shutdown on northbound I-79. Drivers should plan ahead, find alternate routes, and brace for congestion—officials say...

Prince George’s County just hit pause on new data centers—marking the longest halt in Maryland—to tackle big questions: how these power-hungry server farms affect energy bills, water, and air, and whether communities should be forced to foot the bill. Sparked by backlash over a proposed Landover Mall facility, a task force now demands community input, benefit deals, and zoning that keeps data cent...

The Parkway East in Pittsburgh is shutting down for 25 days starting tonight at 9 PM to replace the aging Commercial Street Bridge — a move affecting 100,000 daily commuters. PennDOT’s pulling out all the stops: round-the-clock prep, traffic light tweaks, citywide coordination, and a 24/7 command center to monitor detours and respond fast. Even if you don’t normally drive the Parkway, expect longe...

Costco’s Orgain protein powder is under fire after a class action lawsuit claims it’s laced with toxic heavy metals like lead, arsenic, and cadmium — despite being marketed as clean and healthy. Orgain insists its products are safe and compliant with food standards, while the FDA warns there’s no safe level for lead exposure and demands manufacturers take stronger action. Plaintiffs are seeking co...

Pittsburgh’s major bridges are shut down for 25 days, throwing commutes and businesses into chaos—here’s how to survive it: PennDOT’s new 511PA tool gives real-time detour options, comparing local and interstate routes side by side. Businesses brace for lost foot traffic and employee delays, while first responders need clear navigation. Expect gridlock near downtown, especially around Highland Par...

Interstate 376 is going dark for 25 days starting tonight at 9 PM as crews replace the Commercial Street Bridge — and that means major traffic chaos between Squirrel Hill Tunnel and Edgewood-Swissvale, plus closure under Commercial Street. With 100K cars daily affected, PennDOT’s rolling out detours through Oakland and via the Homestead Grays and Rankin bridges, plus incentives for early completio...

ICE has scrapped plans to turn massive Pennsylvania warehouses into detention centers, leaving local governments scrambling to recover lost tax revenue — potentially millions — from facilities that were never eligible for federal in-lieu-of-tax payments. Officials are pushing for federal compensation or property sales to restore income, while legal battles over water and sewage access continue, wi...

The 13th hole at Diamond Run Golf Club is a deceptive par three that’ll haunt your memory — short in distance but brutal in execution. With a treacherous “false front” green that can send your ball 40 yards backward, it demands pinpoint accuracy or you’ll be staring at a five. Designed by Gary Player, this hole from “The Elite 18” collection tests nerve, skill, and composure — even a par is a vict...

A 23-year-old woman, Madison Rau, faces 18 serious charges after a deadly crash on the Liberty Bridge in March, accused of driving drunk and at speeds over 100 mph through the tunnel. Two passengers, Laila Jones and Jalen Wilkerson, died — Jones at the scene, Wilkerson days later. Her BAC was .141%, and charges include homicide by vehicle, DUI, aggravated assault, manslaughter, and reckless drivin...

One in seven Pennsylvanians will face prostate cancer—so lawmakers in western PA are pushing critical legislation to ensure screenings are covered by insurance, removing financial barriers for early detection. Spearheaded by Senators Devlin Robinson, who lost his father to the disease, and Jay Costa, a survivor thanks to early diagnosis, this bipartisan effort is gaining momentum with community ad...

Walmart’s pushing to turn a vacant Rite Aid in Bloomfield into a delivery hub—where gig workers dash in and out to fulfill online grocery orders—sparking heated debate with neighbors worried about traffic in a walkable neighborhood. While Walmart insists drivers will be quick and a traffic study shows minimal impact, locals argue the numbers don’t match the area’s pedestrian culture and are urging...

Scottdale Borough is reeling from catastrophic flooding after Fourth of July storms, with sewage backing up into homes and businesses—some garages flooded up to 12 inches. Local business owners like Loretta Galloway and Rich Garsteck Jr. describe devastating damage, including $55,000 in basement flooding. Mayor Lindy House vows to tackle the crisis head-on, emphasizing stormwater runoff and sewage...

Jaquan Brisker, the newly acquired Steelers safety, is bringing serious hustle to Pittsburgh after a standout four-year run with the Bears — where he racked up 342 tackles, 7 sacks, 4 forced fumbles, 2 recoveries, 21 passes defensed, and 4 interceptions. But his real game-changer? He’s been training with Aaron Donald, the GOAT of defensive tackles, soaking up elite-level wisdom. Brisker’s versatil...

U.S. launches 90 airstrikes on Iran, escalating regional tensions as sirens blare across allied nations — Iran retaliates, hitting U.S. allies and claiming U.S. strikes near its nuclear plant, while Washington defends actions as necessary to secure Strait of Hormuz. Amid chaos, Iran mourns Supreme Leader Khamenei’s death in early strikes, with 14 dead and 78 injured — peace talks now set to resume...

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Giant Eagle is slashing prices on over 300 essentials—including ground beef, peanut butter & jelly, and cheese—through Labor Day to help families stretch their grocery budgets this summer. With kids home and costs rising, the retailer’s returning a proven savings initiative, acknowledging shoppers’ financial strain and offering real relief at the checkout. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a So...

Four people injured in a massive four-car crash on Route 66 in Westmoreland County— one airlifted, three ambulanced, with one vehicle’s roof cut off to rescue a trapped driver— serves as a chilling reminder to stay alert behind the wheel, even on familiar roads. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an...

The Parkway East is shutting down Friday, sending traffic chaos rippling through the region—drivers are already scrambling, with Route 28, the Turnpike, and I-79 becoming overloaded as alternatives. PennDOT’s 511 PA site is your lifeline, but don’t expect smooth sailing: expect gridlock, especially near the Highland Park Bridge, as everyone rushes to beat the rush. Listen in comfort: Get a discoun...

The Big Boy, the world’s largest operating steam locomotive, is rolling through Westmoreland County this Saturday, drawing massive crowds and turning towns like Jeannette, Derry, Latrobe, and Greensburg into bustling hubs of historic rail excitement. Roads close for viewing zones and food trucks, police beef up presence, and safety warnings are everywhere—because this isn’t just a train, it’s a ra...