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American aluminum plants are bigger polluters than some abroad. Why?
Inflation Reduction Act could spur revitalization of declining U.S. aluminum industry that is critical to national security.
ER doctors call private equity staffing practices illegal, seek to ban them
Doctors, consumer advocates, and some lawmakers are looking forward to a California lawsuit against private equity-backed Envision Healthcare. The case is part of a multistate effort to enforce rules banning corporate ownership of physician practices.
Nonprofit building campus to train service dogs for veterans | Helping the Helpers
By Mike Jones A nonprofit organization based in Florida that specializes in training service dogs to help military veterans is preparing to build a new $20 million campus in Washington County. Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Inc. is hoping to break ground in March on its new campus that will be located on a 102-acre […]
Dunbar Historical Society houses glass sculptor’s most famous piece | Helping the Helpers
'There is no other place where you can see her work like this,' Donna Myer, of the Dunbar Historical Society, said.
As fentanyl use spikes, feds urge states to ease methadone rules
A new national survey shows rapidly expanding use of methadone to fight opioid use disorder.
Pittsburgh’s Fern Hollow Bridge to reopen at the end of December, less than a year after collapse
'This is not just a city of Pittsburgh celebration or victory,' Mayor Ed Gainey said. 'This is a state victory because we got it up quicker than ever before.'
Report: Philly’s city government workforce starting to look like the people it serves
The report by the City Controller's office hailed 'significant' progress at diversifying the ranks of city employees.
Honor Flight Pittsburgh: Serving veterans in a meaningful way | Helping the Helpers
Twice a year, the nonprofit takes veterans to Washington D.C. to visit monuments and share their experiences.
States are having trash troubles. Here’s why that matters to you
Across the nation, the pandemic has exposed problems with getting trash collected.
Johnson-Shaw Foundation looks to help people re-enter society after prison | Helping the Helpers
'I would like people to understand the perspective that people re-entering (society) really do need guidance and assistance,' Shakira Johnson said.
New Pa. graduation requirement has five pathways to diploma, career readiness
The standards apply to the state's high school seniors.
Dress for Success helps women achieve economic independence | Helping the Helpers
By Karen Mansfield WASHINGTON, Pa. — The mission for Dress for Success Pittsburgh, including its Washington County branch, goes far beyond providing clothing for women: the nonprofit empowers women who are entering and returning to the workforce. In addition to providing attire, Dress for Success provides a continuum of services and long-term solutions to help […]