WORLD BRIEFLY Immigration crackdown in Chicago could last about 6 weeks

CHICAGO (AP) — The Trump administration has informed Chicago-area officials that its promised immigration enforcement surge will run for about six weeks, according to the mayor of a suburb that houses an immigration processing center.

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Bears celebrate 15th WPIAL championship

November 24, 2025

The Clairton Bears celebrate their program’s 15th championship, second all-time in WPIAL history, after beating Laurel 8-6 Saturday in the Class 1A championship game at Acrisure Stadium. See our game ...

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Stockdale ‘sparkles’ to usher in the holidays

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

November 24, 2025

The second annual event brought the small Washington County community together. Friends and neighbors gathered in Stockdale for another successful Stockdale Sparkle holiday kick-off celebration Sunday...

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What Pa.’s $50.1 billion budget does for rural hospitals, communities

November 24, 2025

The $50.1 billion state budget maintains previous spending on rural hospitals and boosts Medicaid programs, but advocates say it doesn’t fix every challenge to accessing care. By MARLEY PARISH Spotlig...

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MVAA celebrates student achievements

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

November 24, 2025

The Mon Valley Academy for the Arts is celebrating four standout students who have earned major musical honors across regional and national stages. The MVAA, a nonprofit organization based in Brownsvi...

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No tax increase in Elizabeth Township’s proposed budget

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

November 24, 2025

Commissioners warned a tax increase could be coming in the future due to increased costs. Elizabeth Township property owners are not expected to have a tax increase next year. The township commissione...

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60th annual Salute to Santa parade held in McKeesport

November 24, 2025

The 60th annual Salute to Santa parade was held Saturday in McKeesport. Among the participants were the junior cast members of the McKeesport Little Theater production of “Shrek the Musical Jr.” See m...