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Gainey challenges UPMC, Pitt property tax exemptions

By Alexandra Ross, Assistant News Editor • 4:30 am

Mayor Ed Gainey will challenge the charitable tax exemption status of six UPMC properties and one Pitt property, among others, as part of his review of tax-exempt properties in Pittsburgh.

Conservative commentator Cabot Phillips criticizes ‘liberal privilege’ on college campuses at Turning Point event

By Rebecca Johnson, Editor-in-Chief • March 24, 2023

Right-wing commentator Cabot Phillips spoke with conservative students at Pitt Friday evening, saying “there is nothing that gives you privilege about being a white male at a college campus.” About 25 people attended the event hosted by Pitt’s Turning Point USA chapter.

Heinz Chapel celebrates Women’s History Month with ‘Women in the Windows’ tour

By Ryleigh Lord, Assistant News Editor • March 21, 2023

Angel Mary Joseph is one of many people who have visited Heinz Memorial Chapel this month for its “Women in the Windows” tour, which highlights different historical women who are memorialized in the chapel’s stained-glass windows.

‘You don’t have to be Irish to love Ireland’: Irish Design Center celebrates Irish culture in Pittsburgh

By Elle Kenney, Staff Writer • March 17, 2023

The Irish Design Center, located at 303 South Craig St., plays a significant role in helping people celebrate familial history even though they do not live in Ireland.

Matt Rife jokes about ‘terrible’ dating experiences, ghosts at Pittsburgh show

By Donata Massimiani, Contributing Editor • March 3, 2023

Comedian Matt Rife performed live at Pittsburgh Improv Thursday night as a part of his “Chipped Shoulder” standup national tour. Rife held two sold out shows last night and has six more scheduled between today and Sunday in Pittsburgh, all also sold out.

Pitt police issue crime alert after alleged sexual assault in Bridge on Forbes

By Rebecca Johnson, Editor-in-Chief • February 25, 2023

Pitt police issued a crime alert Saturday detailing a reported sexual assault in the Bridge on Forbes apartment complex in Oakland.

South Oakland boil water advisory lifted

By Alexandra Ross, Assistant News Editor • February 15, 2023

The boil water advisory impacting parts of South Oakland was lifted Wednesday afternoon.

Oakland groups discuss Allequippa Street developments, plans for Crawford Hall

By Ryleigh Lord, Assistant News Editor • February 14, 2023

A representative from Pitt discussed a minor amendment to the Institutional Master Plan for upper campus buildings and renovation projects for Crawford Hall at Monday’s Development Activities Meeting.

Boil water advisory issued in South Oakland

By Alexandra Ross, Assistant News Editor • February 12, 2023

The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority issued a precautionary boil water advisory Sunday morning for 12 neighborhoods, including South Oakland.

Charles Anderson Memorial Bridge closes to vehicular traffic

By Alexandra Ross, Assistant News Editor • February 1, 2023

The Charles Anderson Memorial Bridge in Oakland closed to vehicular traffic on Wednesday. Repairs are set to start “as soon as possible,” but will likely take at least four months.