Allegheny County’s transition to electric buses depends on finding more money
As bouts of extreme weather show the urgent threat of climate change, the Port Authority of Allegheny County looks to a future without fossil fuels.
14 Sep 2021
Few Black professors have tenure at Southwestern Pennsylvania colleges
At many universities in the region, there are little to no Black tenured professors, according to the federal data released earlier this year.
17 Aug 2021
Pittsburgh infrastructure and housing projects could receive tens of millions via Casey and Doyle earmarks
A change in Congress’ budgeting process could pour tens of millions of dollars into infrastructure and housing projects in the Pittsburgh area.
09 Aug 2021
Do people with weak immune systems need another dose of the Covid vaccine?
Roughly 12 million people in the United States have weakened immune systems.
05 Aug 2021
Pennsylvania considering a bill to give the ‘right to repair’ to consumers, small businesses
Right to repair legislation would make it easier for Pennsylvanians to fix everything from tech to farming and medical equipment. But industry groups contend it could harm consumer privacy and safety.
02 Aug 2021
3 Pittsburgh organizations working to increase access to mental health services
From providing therapy to training providers, three local organizations are working to close the gap in services.
08 Jul 2021
Inclusionary zoning is bringing affordable housing to Lawrenceville. Is the rest of Pittsburgh next?
State Rep. Ed Gainey, who will likely be Pittsburgh’s next mayor, says he supports expanding inclusionary zoning throughout the city.
21 Jun 2021
Local psychiatrist shares 8 tips to cope during the aftermath of Covid
After a year of treating patients via screens and phones, a psychiatrist urges self-care, mutual aid and basic generosity.
15 Jun 2021
Pittsburgh environmental groups are prioritizing underserved communities
UpstreamPgh’s effort is part of a new trend among local environmental nonprofits and city agencies to map out where the area’s environmental problems intersect with the human needs that environmental solutions could address.
01 Jun 2021
Peduto and Gainey reflect on a historic election and the transition of power
As Pittsburgh faces decisions about policing, federal funds and affordable housing, Pittsburgh's mayor and his likely replacement mull a coming transition amid a volatile political climate.
25 May 2021