The death toll continues to rise from a massive winter storm that left an ongoing spell of freezing weather in its wake. … [Read more...] about Dozens confirmed dead as extreme cold continues to grip much of U.S.
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What to know about the partial government shutdown as funding lapses for many agencies
Funding for many federal agencies expired on Saturday after Congress failed to pass half a dozen spending bills before the deadline, prompting a partial government shutdown. … [Read more...] about What to know about the partial government shutdown as funding lapses for many agencies
Pirates’ 2026 breakout hype says more about effort than excellence
If 2026 becomes a “breakout” season in Pittsburgh, it won’t be because the Pirates suddenly became excellent. It’ll be because they finally decided that trying matters — and discovered just how far that alone can take you. … [Read more...] about Pirates’ 2026 breakout hype says more about effort than excellence
He saved a snowball for 50 years after one perfect snow day
As snow days sweep the country, one man's fond memories of one in 1976 led to a frozen heirloom decades in the making. Steve Hartman has the story in "On the Road." … [Read more...] about He saved a snowball for 50 years after one perfect snow day