Why did Democrats fight so long before caving?

The government shutdown lasted 40 days before Senate Democrats abandoned the filibuster that closed offices, left workers without paychecks, threatened supplemental food benefits for millions, began a gradual shutdown of the commercial aviation system, and much more.

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Mural Celebrates California’s Past & Present

July 3, 2026

Artist Ella Papini of Brownsville puts the finishing touches on a community mural on the side of the Lisa J. Buday Law Office along Liberty Street in California. Funded through a Rotary District 7305 ...

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No paper July 4

July 3, 2026

The Mon Valley Independent won’t produce a newspaper or electronic edition on Saturday to mark the Independence Day holiday. The editorial department will return at 4 p.m. Sunday to gather and accept ...

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Donora revisits animal ordinance

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

July 3, 2026

The move was sparked by complaints about a property on Second Street Extension. The debate over backyard goats and chickens has returned to Donora council, reviving a conversation that stalled in 2023...

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‘Snakebots’ assist Venezuelan earthquake victims

By By KELLEN STEPLER TribLive

July 3, 2026

The tool gives responders a look inside spaces people can’t access, to better direct the search for survivors. Beatriz Gonzalez was looking for help. From her home in Atlanta, she watched with horror ...

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Historical society offers a glimpse back in time

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

July 3, 2026

The Rostraver Township society is looking for more volunteers to make sure its work continues. A treasure trove of history can be found at the Rostraver Township Historical Society, which aims to pres...

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Pa. lawmakers want to lower electric bills, but budget impact might be too big to swallow

By By CHARLOTTE KEITH Spotlight PA

July 3, 2026

As they hash out the budget with Gov. Shapiro, a tax cut to lower electric bills and a cap on utility profits are on the table. HARRISBURG — Responding to public anger over soaring energy costs, Penns...