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August 8, 2026

U.S. job market stalled in July as employers cut 23,000 jobs

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. job market stalled unexpectedly last month, delivering a political blow to President Donald Trump three months ahead of midterm elections and complicating decision-making for the inflation fighters at the Federal Reserve.

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October 24, 2026
Apollo-Ridge players are reflected in the visor of South Allegheny’s Chance Cole during the coin toss prior to Friday’s game. For more game coverage, see page B2. For more photos, go to our online gal...
Measles case confirmed in Washington County
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Measles case confirmed in Washington County
October 24, 2026
Allegheny & Westmoreland counties have also been affected by the outbreak. By JAMES ENGEL TribLive Washington County is now among 43 other counties across Pennsylvania that have recorded confirmed cas...
Supreme Court won’t review Walsh decisions on death penalty
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Supreme Court won’t review Walsh decisions on death penalty
October 24, 2026
The appellate court did not provide any explanation for its ruling. By PAULA REED WARD TribLive The Pennsylvania Supreme Court on Friday denied a request by a man facing possible capital punishment to...
Charleroi gets positive results from cellphone ban
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Charleroi gets positive results from cellphone ban
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
October 24, 2026
School officials say students are more focused on learning and display better social skills. Students are talking more, participating in classroom discussions and spending less time distracted by thei...