On the attack: Trump’s media response in Abrego Garcia story is notably vigorous

By By DAVID BAUDER AP Media Writer

NEW YORK (AP) — Responding to coverage of Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s deportation, the Trump administration has called journalists “despicable,” questioned CNN’s patriotism, scolded Fox News and even admitted to a mistake — in admitting to a mistake in the first place.

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Future Leopards Hit The Field

July 24, 2026

Belle Vernon Area head football coach Scott Bryer smiles as youth football player Nate Crews begins a practice drill Thursday evening during the annual BVA High School Youth Football Combine at James ...

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Keranko’s resignation leaves vacancy to fill on Charleroi Area school board

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

July 24, 2026

Applications will be accepted through Aug. 5, and the board plans to fill the opening at its Aug. 18 meeting. Charleroi Area School District residents interested in serving their community have an opp...

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Monessen to seek affordable housing money through county

By MICHAEL VINSICK mvinsick@yourmvi.com

July 24, 2026

Safety concerns in the city were also discussed at Thursday night’s meeting. Monessen City Council voted unanimously to enter into the Housing Consortium Cooperation Agreement with Westmoreland County...