Powell plans to remain on Fed board, cites legal actions by Trump administration

WASHINGTON (AP) — Jerome Powell said Wednesday he plans to remain on the board of the Federal Reserve after his term as chair ends next month “for an undetermined period of time,” saying the “unprecedented” legal attacks by the Trump administration have put the independence of the nation’s central bank at risk.

McKeesport celebrates its namesake on 83rd anniversary of ship’s sinking

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Route 481 in Fallowfield to reopen Friday

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

April 30, 2026

The extended detour has pushed additional traffic onto smaller township roads, raising safety concerns among residents. Relief is in sight for motorists in Fallowfield Township as officials say Route ...

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Clairton hoping for 2 rec centers

By By THOMAS LETURGEY For the MVI

April 30, 2026

City council leaders may hold a public meeting to discuss potential recreation centers. Clairton officials are optimistic about the possibility of having two recreational facilities in the city. At co...

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County juvenile detention center doubles capacity to 16 beds

By By RICH CHOLODOFSKY TribLive

April 30, 2026

Facility officials confirm expansion at the Hempfield center following a $1M security upgrade. Westmoreland County’s juvenile detention center has quietly doubled its capacity. Executive Director Rich...

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Serra Catholic High School Prom Court

April 30, 2026

Serra Catholic High School will crown the new prom king and queen during the promenade at 4 p.m. Friday. Prom court members, in the front, from left, are Laura Schanck, Abby Genes, Gabriella Cain, Emm...