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The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The Cathedral of Learning and Litchfield Towers.

Water returns to Litchfield Towers, Amos Hall after water main break

By Spencer Levering, Assistant News Editor • March 25, 2025
Pitt Police said a water main break on O’Hara Street left several dorms on campus without water on Tuesday night.
Attendees discuss Bates Street safety during the Bates Street Safety Talk on Wednesday, March 18.

Student groups advocate for safety improvements on Bates Street

By Katie Hovan, Staff Writer • March 23, 2025
Amid concerns about pedestrian safety following fatal crashes on campus, members of Complete Streets, the Urban Planning Club and the South Oakland community gathered on March 19 for a “Bates Street Safety Talk.”
A PRT bus at a stop on Forbes Avenue.

PRT begins construction of Phase 2 University Line, with bus station updates and large lane changes coming 

By Neel Kamal, Staff Writer  • February 25, 2025
Pittsburgh Regional Transit recently announced the start of construction for Phase 2 of its PRTX “University Line” project, a part of its rapid transit service. Phase 2 includes a massive restructuring of the bus routes running on Forbes and Fifth avenues. 
FORGE at Pitt supports refugee communities through education and advocacy

FORGE at Pitt supports refugee communities through education and advocacy

By Linda Li, Staff Writer • February 18, 2025
FORGE at Pitt, a student-led nonprofit organization, provides educational assistance, advocacy and mentorship programs for refugees and immigrants in the Pittsburgh area.
Scaffolding on the exterior of Heinz Chapel.

Restoration of Heinz Chapel spire enters final stretch

By Andrew McLaughlin, Staff Writer • February 14, 2025
After the two-year restoration project, scaffolding surrounding the spire was removed by the start of the 2025 spring semester, bringing the restoration a critical step closer to completion.
A scarf hugs a tree in a Pittsburgh neighborhood.

Scarf bombardiers: Pittsburgh passion project warms thousands in need

By Madeline Ward, Staff Writer • February 12, 2025
Volunteers donate scarves and place them around Pittsburgh for anyone to take. 
More than legislation: ‘Title 9’ women’s sports bar coming to East Liberty

More than legislation: ‘Title 9’ women’s sports bar coming to East Liberty

By Naomi Weiss, Staff Writer • February 5, 2025
This February, Title 9, a new sports bar opening in East Liberty, will solely show women athletes on the big screen.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Pittsburgh Latino organizations provide support amid new executive immigration policies

By Sarah George, Staff Writer • February 5, 2025
Latino organizations in Pittsburgh prepare for the effects of the recent immigration crackdown under the Trump administration.
The Cathedral of Learning.

Pitt Police, Duquesne Light report widespread power outages in Oakland

By Abby Lipold, News Editor • January 31, 2025
Pitt Police reported a power outage at Forbes Hall early this morning. Engineers at the scene said the building’s backup power is operating, and Duquesne Light is working to resolve the issue. 
Cacio, a cat that was rescued from Allentown on Sept. 22, and Airfrier, a cat rescued from South Oakland on Sept. 28, watch a toy worm.

Stray cat coalition brings health and happiness to Oakland felines in need 

By Anna Kuntz, Senior Staff Writer • January 31, 2025
Lydia Swanson founded Oakland TNR in 2019 as a Pitt student after discovering an abundance of stray cats in South Oakland that needed care. Since then, what started as an idea has grown into a successful operation that helps hundreds of stray cats find happy homes.
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