Editorial | Who to blame while waiting for election results

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • November 4, 2024

In the not-unlikely scenario that you are sitting at home on Thursday night watching CNN and wondering why our lousy state is still an undecided gray on the map, make sure you know who to get angry at.

Pitt professors, students discuss combatting disinformation this election cycle

By Neel Kamal and Emma Wu • November 4, 2024

Disinformation has come to the forefront of concerns regarding election media this November. As students try to inform themselves about their ballot options, Pitt professors and students shared their experiences with disinformation and what they’ve done to combat it.

‘This is the moment’: Sen. Bob Casey says reproductive health care is on the line this election

By Katie Hovan, Staff Writer • November 4, 2024

On Friday, Democratic Sen. Bob Casey spoke alongside a local group of women to speak out on the importance of reproductive health care. Women and mothers within the community shared their personal stories and support before Tuesday's election.

Scarlett Johansson closes out Harris campaign in Pittsburgh

By Ryleigh Lord, Editor-in-Chief • November 4, 2024

Scarlett Johansson, known for her portrayal of Black Widow and performances in movies like “Marriage Story,” joined Harris campaign canvassers in Pittsburgh on Sunday.

Op-Ed | Pennsylvania residents need to pay attention to energy discussions, even outside of presidential election years

By Grace DeLallo, Pitt News Alumnus • November 1, 2024

While it would be wonderful if we had presidential candidates that support a more aggressive transition to renewables and advocate for protective measures, only an act of Congress could nationally ban fracking. The president doesn’t have that kind of authority, and most protective action that’s come down the pipeline has been at a municipal, county and state level. 

Inside the election warehouse: A look at Allegheny County’s vote counting process

By Marissa Kelley, Senior Staff Writer • October 31, 2024

With Election Day just four days away, Allegheny County officials are working hard to ensure every vote is counted accurately. On Wednesday, The Pitt News toured the Allegheny Election Warehouse, where officials expect to process up to 952,305 ballots on Nov. 5.

Third party voters aim to support like-minded candidates this election season

By Madeline Ward, Staff Writer • October 31, 2024

As Kamala Harris and Donald Trump headline this year’s presidential race, some voters are seeking a third option that better reflects their values.

Students share fears about possible election outcomes

By Sarah George, Staff Writer • October 29, 2024

Pitt students speak out about their concerns regarding human rights, privatization and supporter reactions with the upcoming presidential election looming.

Jill Biden rallies educators, Harris supporters to vote for Democrats

By Spencer Levering, Assistant News Editor • October 27, 2024

Jill Biden spoke to Harris supporters at the Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers on Saturday afternoon. The First Lady drew on her experiences as an educator and encouraged voters to support Kamala Harris and Democrats this November.

Rep. Summer Lee speaks to College Democrats at Pitt, addresses concerns of young voters

By Kyra McCague, Senior Staff Writer • October 25, 2024

Rep. Summer Lee (D-Pa) spoke to College Democrats at Pitt Wednesday night. Several students participating in a question and answer with Lee expressed their frustration with the current government and the upcoming election.