House GOP reveals Trump’s tax breaks for tips, overtime, car loans

WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans proposed sweeping tax breaks Monday in President Donald Trump’s big priority bill, tallying at least $4.9 trillion in costs so far, partly paid for with cuts to Medicaid, food stamps and green energy programs used by millions of Americans.

The House Ways and Means Committee named its package ‘ ‘THE ONE, BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL’’ in all capital letters, a nod to Trump himself. It seeks to extend the tax breaks approved during Trump’s first term — and...

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Graduation night for BVA

May 30, 2025

Emily Sanner and Gabriella Cramer show off their decorated caps Thursday before Belle Vernon Area’s commencement ceremony. Jenn Codeluppi / Mon Valley Independent

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Pa. drivers to face new cell phone restrictions

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

May 30, 2025

“Paul Miller’s Law” will take effect next week. A new distracted driving law will go into effect next week. “Paul Miller’s Law,” which makes it illegal to use a hand-held cell phone while driving, wil...

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Buena Vista pool ready to mark 75th anniversary

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

May 30, 2025

The pool has operated every year since opening in 1950, even during the pandemic. Buena Vista Volunteer Fire Company’s swimming pool in Elizabeth Township is celebrating its 75th anniversary this week...

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McKeesport Area asks Dick’s to ‘reconsider’ ending partnership

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

May 30, 2025

Superintendent Don MacFann appealed to the company’s foundation on social media. In a week filled with controversy, the McKeesport Area School District posted a new statement Wednesday evening asking ...

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Giant Eagle to take over prescriptions from 78 Rite Aid stores

May 30, 2025

The drug store chain has shut down numerous locations, including Charleroi, Monongahela and Rostraver Township. By PAULA REED WARD TribLive Giant Eagle will take over pharmacy prescriptions from 78 Ri...

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Mon Valley Opioid Coalition contest seeks to remove stigma from addiction

By MATT PETRAS For the MVI

May 30, 2025

California Area and Charleroi Area students created posters with that message for the Mon Valley Opioid Coalition. Students from the California Area and Charleroi Area school districts accepted first ...