Rallies and debates used to define campaigns. Now they’re about juries and trials
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May 29, 2024

Rallies and debates used to define campaigns. Now they’re about juries and trials

By By COLLEEN LONG Associated Press 

NEW YORK (AP) — Presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump has been sitting for hours a day in a Manhattan courtroom, where his hush-money trial is nearing its end. On Monday, a trial is set to begin in Wilmington, Delaware, for President Joe Biden’s son Hunter, who is accused of lying on a federal gun purchase form.

West Mifflin Area celebrates opening of performing arts center
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West Mifflin Area celebrates opening of performing arts center
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Potential buyer emerges for City Mission building
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Monongahela Heritage Church is eyeing the downtown location for a thrift store for the community. The City Mission Thrift Store plans to close its Monongahela location on Saturday, but a potential buy...
2nd man charged in 2022 fatal shooting
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