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What Pittsburgh's Neighborhood Councils Can—and Can't—Do for Residents
CommunityNeighborhood councils are often described as the 'front door' to local democracy. But in Pittsburgh, their real power—and their limits—can be confusing for residents trying to make change.
Where to Find Warming Centers and Shelters in Pittsburgh During the Weekend Storm
NewsCity officials are preparing for a significant winter storm expected to impact the Pittsburgh region beginning Saturday night, with 8 to 14 inches of snow forecast through Monday.
FACT CHECK: THE TRANSIT CLIFF
TransitDebunking the myths behind PRT's $100 Million Deficit.
What is the Future of Local News in Pittsburgh?
NewsA special event brings together media leaders to discuss the critical juncture for journalism in the Steel City.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette to Cease Operations May 3 After 240 Years
Breaking NewsBlock Communications cites $350 million in losses and 'unsustainable' operations following Supreme Court ruling in union dispute.
THE $600 MILLION GAMBLE
DevelopmentPittsburgh is betting the house on a new Downtown development plan, raising questions about who truly benefits from the massive public investment.
The Penn Avenue Shift: How Garfield's 'Artistic Soul' Became a Tech-Sector Footnote
DevelopmentThe Penn Avenue in Garfield, once an artistic hub, has transformed into a tech-sector corridor, displacing artists and legacy businesses.
In the Mon Valley, the 'Inversion' is a Public Health Crisis
EnvironmentIndustrial exhaust trapped in the Mon Valley river basin leads to a public health crisis, particularly a pediatric asthma epidemic in Clairton.
The High Cost of a View: Gentrification by Tax Bill in Troy Hill
HousingFor many seniors in Troy Hill, the 'million-dollar view' has become a financial curse due to skyrocketing property assessments.
THE GREAT PRT SERVICE CUT: Who survives the 2026 Transit Cliff?
TransitInteractive map showing which bus routes are on the chopping block as Pittsburgh Regional Transit faces a fiscal crisis.
MEET THE GATEKEEPERS: The Harrisburg Power Players Who Control Pittsburgh's Transit Fate
City HallA look at the state legislators and officials who hold the purse strings for Pittsburgh's transit system.
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