Politics
December 21, 2024

Musk helped kill a congressional spending bill. But much of what he spread was misinformation

By By MELISSA GOLDIN Associated Press 

President-elect Donald Trump’s billionaire ally Elon Musk played a key role this week in killing a bipartisan funding proposal that would have prevented a government shutdown, railing against the plan in a torrent of more than 100 X posts that included multiple false claims.

Charleroi celebrates Magic City Saturday
Latest News, Main
June 29, 2026
Charleroi hosted Magic City Saturday to celebrate 250 years of independence in the borough. Events were held on Fifth Street and McKean Avenue and extended to the square and the Market House. The cele...
Monessen kicks off free Summer Concert Series
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June 29, 2026
Monessen kicked off its first free summer concert Saturday at the City Park Amphitheatre featuring the Billy Price Band and Broom. Mayor Ron Mozer welcomes guests and introduces Broom to open the conc...
Public schools grapple with enrollment decline
Around The Valley, Latest News, Main
June 29, 2026
Having fewer students spawns budget and staffing issues. By EMBER DUKE TribLive There have been fewer than 100 kindergarten students in the Burrell School District for the last three years — a 23% dec...
Heat index could top 100 this week
Around The Valley, Latest News, Main
June 29, 2026
The warmest temperatures are expected from Tuesday to Friday. By MEGAN TROTTER TribLive Allegheny and Westmoreland counties are in for a sweltering stretch as a weeklong heat wave settles over Western...
BVA approves new budget with tax hike
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By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
June 29, 2026
The increase is much higher for Westmoreland County than Fayette. The Belle Vernon Area school board recently approved its 2026-27 budget, which includes a significant tax increase for Westmoreland Co...