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ACLU of Pennsylvania sues Pitt over SJP suspension

1 week ago | pittnews.com | Matthew Scabilloni |Spencer Levering

The American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania filed a federal civil lawsuit on behalf of Students for Justice in Palestine at Pitt against the University of Pittsburgh and several University administrators on Tuesday morning. The lawsuit alleged that, over the past year, the University violated students’ first and fourteenth amendment rights by suspending SJP for its political expression and intimidating the club into moving demonstrations off-campus.
Porch roof collapses during party on Semple Street

1 month ago | pittnews.com | Marissa Kelley |Spencer Levering

The roof of a porch on Semple Street collapsed during a St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Friday afternoon. Video taken at the party shows at least 20 people sitting and standing on the roof when it buckled, falling onto more partygoers. At 6:03 p.m., Pitt Police announced the 300 block of Semple Street would be closed until further notice. At least three ambulances and one fire engine responded to the scene. This story is developing and will be updated.
Trans kids denied gender-affirming medication at UPMC Children’s

1 month ago | pittnews.com | Emma Hannan |Spencer Levering

12:35 am Multiple families of transgender children said UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh has denied access to gender-affirming care medicine to their kids. Without communication from their doctors or a clear path forward, some parents said they’re fearing for their child’s future. This comes after President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Jan. 28 halting federal funding for gender-affirming medical care for people under 19 years of age.
‘Go birds’: Students climb light poles, celebrate Eagles Super Bowl victory over Chiefs

2 months ago | pittnews.com | Danae Poteat |Spencer Levering |Abby Lipold

Over one thousand Philadelphia Eagles fans flocked to the Cathedral of Learning to celebrate their team’s 40-22 Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday night. Pitt Police closed sections of Forbes Avenue and Bigelow Boulevard following the game to make way for the crowd of students. At least one person tore down a street sign on Bigelow Boulevard.
Couple charged in Knowles protest sentenced to prison and probation and owe nearly $50,000 in damages

Jan 7, 2025 | pittnews.com | Livia LaMarca |Neel Kamal |Spencer Levering

12:46 am The couple who threw a homemade firework at Pitt Police officers and planted two smoke bombs during a protest against conservative commentator Michael Knowles in April 2023 were sentenced to time in prison and probation and fined nearly $50,000 on Monday. Brian and Krystal DiPippa, a married couple from Regent Square, entered a packaged plea deal with federal courts after pleading guilty to charges of conspiracy and obstruction of law enforcement during civil disorder in September.
Editorial | The new House rules set the tone for a dangerous Republican trifecta

Jan 7, 2025 | pittnews.com | Neel Kamal |Spencer Levering

Republican Mike Johnson kept his seat as Speaker of the House, and last week the House voted 215-209 to adopt a new rules package for the 119th Congress — one that very clearly intends to deliver on Trump’s campaign promises. The new rules outline the way the House will function. Notably, they strike the Office of Diversity and Inclusion.
Pittsburgh area bus routes could be poised for major changes

Dec 17, 2024 | publicsource.org | Spencer Levering

Whitney Falba, 40, rides the 13 Bellevue bus between her home in Ross and her Downtown nonprofit job four times each week. She’s used public transit for nearly 25 years, knew the route had long served the area, and factored that in when she and her spouse bought their house seven years ago, figuring they could save money by only owning one car.
Woman struck by truck, killed in hit-and-run on Upper Campus

Dec 6, 2024 | pittnews.com | Naomi Weiss |Spencer Levering

12:04 pm A 37-year-old woman was killed after being struck by a box truck at the intersection of Terrace Street and Darragh Street just before 5:45 a.m. on Thursday morning. The woman was transported to UPMC Presbyterian by Pittsburgh EMS in grave condition and was pronounced dead at 6:35 a.m.According to City of Pittsburgh Police, the initial investigation indicated that the woman was using a crosswalk on Darragh Street when she was hit.
Photos: Pennsylvania candidates host dueling watch parties

Nov 8, 2024 | pittnews.com | Briana Bindus |Spencer Levering |Liam Sullivan |Kaylee Uribe

Republican Senate candidate Dave McCormick and Democratic Attorney General candidate Eugene DePasquale both held watch parties on election night. A bartender serves drinks at Dave McCormick’s watch party at the Fairmont on election night.
Photos: Pitt women's basketball downs Canisius 82-71

Nov 8, 2024 | pittnews.com | Briana Bindus |Spencer Levering |Matthew Scabilloni

Pitt women’s basketball takes down Canisus 82-71 to kick off their season at the Petersen Events Center. A member of the Pitt women’s basketball team drives toward the hoop during their game against Canisus at the Petersen Events Center on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.