From ‘blue wave’ heroes to early exits: What happened to the 2018 House Democrats
Politics
September 14, 2026

From ‘blue wave’ heroes to early exits: What happened to the 2018 House Democrats

By By JONATHAN J. COOPER Associated Press 

Eight years ago, a blue wave swept dozens of Democrats into Congress, making them heroes of the resistance to President Donald Trump.

Monumental day in Monongahela
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September 14, 2026
City officials, friends and relatives unveiled a historical marker Saturday at Fourth and Main streets in downtown Monongahela to honor hometown NFL legends Fred Cox and Joe Montana. Shown, are Cox fa...
White Oak moving forward with comprehensive plan
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
September 14, 2026
The survey received about 400 responses. Results of a survey about a multimunicipal comprehensive plan and zoning ordinance between White Oak and South Versailles were discussed during a recent public...
Storm causes flash flooding
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September 14, 2026
Visitors at Kennywood Park shared videos of the tunnel entrance and exit flooded Saturday night. By the MVI Heavy rain and thunderstorms Saturday caused flash flooding, road closures and property dama...
Mon Valley Paws in the Park
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September 14, 2026
Mon Valley Paws hosted its annual Paws in the Park event on Saturday at the City Park walking track in Monessen.  Photos by Heather Hart / For the MVI
Fayette Gives campaign to benefit 107 nonprofits
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
September 14, 2026
Since Fayette Gives began, the countywide day of giving has raised more than $3.1 million for nonprofits serving Fayette County. For one day in November, Fayette County residents will have a chance to...