Rich Fitzgerald
After Winning Primary, Peduto Sets Sights On November
It was a very contentious campaign season as Bill Peduto and Jack Wagner went head-to-head for the Democratic nomination in the race for mayor of Pittsburgh.
County Officials Declare Today Bruno Sammartino Day
Allegheny County officials have declared May 17 as Bruno Sammartino day.
Children’s Hospital Breaks Ground On Southern Expansion
Children’s Hospital is growing again, but not at its current location. The facility is going south in its effort to reach more children and more families in the area.
Allegheny County Reminds You To Report Suspicious Activity
KDKA-AM’s John Shumway talks to Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald about “See Something, Say Something, Send Something.”
Bill Peduto Picks Up Broad-Based Mayoral Support
It was a strong showing of support for Pittsburgh mayoral candidate Bill Peduto from elected officials, labor unions, and community leaders — what Peduto calls a new coalition for a new Pittsburgh.
Rally To Be Held To Push For Long-Term Transit Fix
There is a push by local business and community leaders to come up with a long-term solution to public transportation in Pittsburgh.
Rockefeller Foundation Grant Aimed At Bringing Faster Bus Service To City
Pittsburgh is one of four cities getting a special grant from the Rockefeller Foundation. It’s aimed at bringing faster bus service between two parts of the city.
Campaign Contributions Playing Big Role In City Mayoral Race
A judge’s ruling that there are no limits on campaign contributions in this year’s race for mayor of Pittsburgh could increase the influence of one elected official.
Expansion Possible For “T” System
Could the Port Authority of Allegheny County’s “T” system be expanded into the North Hills? Or maybe out to the airport?
Officials Fight To Keep US Airways Flight Center In Pittsburgh
Earlier this week, U.S. Airways CEO Doug Parker said it was likely the airline will move its flight operations center to Dallas in the next couple years. Six-hundred local jobs are at stake.
Property Owners Getting Another Chance To Appeal Assessment
When the assessment at Al Montuoro’s Green Tree house went up 68 percent, he did like 100,000 other property owners and appealed. But he was given only a three percent decrease.
County Executive Watching Pittsburgh Mayoral Race Closely
KDKA-AM’s John Shumway talks to Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald about what he wants in a new mayor for the City of Pittsburgh. as well as thoughts on city/county consolidation.
Officials Hope To Reduce Violence With Gun Buybacks
State Rep. Ed Gainey calls this planned gun buyback initiative a way for the community to fight back against violence.
Pittsburgh Film Industry Stunted By End Of Tax Credits
Thousands of people who have come to depend on the film industry for their livelihoods are now unemployed.
County Council To Vote On Airport Drilling Contract
A major vote is set Tuesday night at Allegheny County Council.













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