Gabbard’s sympathetic views toward Russia cause alarm as Trump’s pick to lead intelligence services
National Politics
November 18, 2024

Gabbard’s sympathetic views toward Russia cause alarm as Trump’s pick to lead intelligence services

WASHINGTON (AP) — Tulsi Gabbard, President-elect Donald Trump’s choice to lead the U.S. intelligence services, in 2022 endorsed one of Russia’s main justifications for invading Ukraine: the existence of dozens of U.S.-funded biolabs working on some of the world’s nastiest pathogens.

McKeesport celebrates its namesake on 83rd anniversary of ship’s sinking
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McKeesport celebrates its namesake on 83rd anniversary of ship’s sinking
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
April 30, 2026
The SS McKeesport cargo ship was in service for 24 years before being sunk by the Germans in World War II. April 29 is always a significant day in the City of McKeesport. Each year on this day, vetera...
Student arrested in connection with online threat
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Student arrested in connection with online threat
By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
April 30, 2026
A person playing online video games with the student reported the threat to Rostraver police. A 15-year-old girl has been arrested in connection with an online threat referencing a school shooting inv...
Route 481 in Fallowfield Township scheduled to reopen Friday
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Route 481 in Fallowfield Township scheduled to reopen Friday
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
April 30, 2026
The extended detour has pushed additional traffic onto smaller township roads, raising safety concerns among residents. Relief is in sight for motorists in Fallowfield Township as officials say Route ...
Charleroi Area students to stage spring theater showcase
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Charleroi Area students to stage spring theater showcase
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
April 30, 2026
Middle school and high school students are ready to perform snippets from their favorite Broadway shows. From classic showstoppers to modern hits, Charleroi students will bring Broadway to life during...
Clairton officials hoping to repurpose former bank building
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Clairton officials hoping to repurpose former bank building
April 30, 2026
City council leaders may hold a public meeting to discuss potential uses for the spaces. By THOMAS LETURGEY For the MVI Clairton officials are optimistic about the possibility of finding new use for a...