Megan Swift

Instagram rolls out map feature, sparking privacy concerns Is Instagram the new Snapchat? It seems that way, as a map feature similar to Snap Map was just launched — eliciting mixed reactions from users. instagram showing y’all location oh that’s not pi...

Is Instagram the new Snapchat? It seems that way, as a map feature similar to Snap Map was just launched — eliciting mixed reactions from users @triblive.bsky.social

What are 'gas station drugs'? Medical professionals warn of addictive effects Easily found on store shelves, the small blue bottle labeled “Feel Free” is sparking concern as doctors and social media users warn about the dangers of so-called “gas station drugs....

Easily found on store shelves, the small blue bottle labeled “Feel Free” is sparking concern as doctors and social media users warn about the dangers of so-called “gas station drugs.”

“It has absolutely undeniable opioid stimulating properties."
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Apple moves down Walnut Street in Shadyside This weekend, a new Apple store is opening on Shadyside’s Walnut Street — just one block away from it’s current location at 5508 Walnut St. The new location is at 5436 Walnut St., th...

This weekend, a new Apple store is opening on Shadyside’s Walnut Street — just one block away from it’s current location at 5508 Walnut St. @triblive.bsky.social

Wildfire smoke mostly missing Western Pennsylvania so far Wildfire smoke has returned to Pennsylvania, but its impact on air quality so far is far less severe than what the region experienced during the summer of 2023. Chris Leonardi, meteorologist at the Na...

Wildfire smoke has returned to Pennsylvania, but its impact on air quality so far is far less severe than what the region experienced during the summer of 2023 @triblive.bsky.social

Weapons safety paramount at Battle of Bushy Run reenactment Bryan Sherwood has been reenacting for 40 years, and he said he’s never felt unsafe surrounded by numerous period replica weapons. Sherwood, 57, of Ellicott City, Md., participated in the Battle...

Bryan Sherwood has been reenacting for 40 years, and he said he’s never felt unsafe surrounded by numerous period replica weapons.

He participated in the Battle of Bushy Run reenactment over the weekend. Read more about weapons safety below @triblive.bsky.social

2-vehicle accident, entrapment closes Route 66 A portion of Route 66 in Washington Township is closed following a two-vehicle accident with entrapment in both vehicles. The accident occurred at 12:58 p.m. Saturday, a Westmoreland 911 dispatcher sa...

A portion of Route 66 in Washington Township is closed following a two-vehicle accident with entrapment in both vehicles.

The accident occurred at 12:58 p.m. today, and Route 66 between Paradise Drive and Turack Road remains closed as of now @triblive.bsky.social

2 men shot in Lawrenceville Two men were shot overnight in Pittsburgh’s Lawrenceville neighborhood. Police were dispatched just after 3 a.m. Saturday to the 5000 block of Butler Street for reports of a shooting, according ...

Two men were shot overnight in Pittsburgh’s Lawrenceville neighborhood.

Police were dispatched just after 3 a.m. Saturday to the 5000 block of Butler Street for reports of a shooting. Read more below @triblive.bsky.social

Justin Timberlake announces Lyme disease diagnosis In an Instagram post Thursday, singer-songwriter Justin Timberlake revealed his diagnosis of Lyme disease — shedding light on what he’s been going through the last two years. “I want...

In an Instagram post today, singer-songwriter Justin Timberlake revealed his diagnosis of Lyme disease — shedding light on what he’s been going through the last two years @triblive.bsky.social

Pete Davidson to make surprise Pittsburgh visit Pete Davidson is coming back to Pittsburgh last minute — this weekend. Davidson, an actor and comedian, will take the stage at Bottlerocket Social Hall at 1226 Arlington Ave. in Pittsburgh&rsquo...

Pete Davidson is coming back to Pittsburgh last minute — this weekend.

Davidson, an actor and comedian, will take the stage at Bottlerocket Social Hall for one night only with an “intimate crowd of just 140 people." @triblive.bsky.social

Reese's and Oreo to collaborate on 2 new desserts Reese’s and Oreo are teaming up to create two new desserts — the Reese’s Oreo Cup and Oreo Reese’s Cookies. Each treat will have a blend of the iconic flavors:The Reese’s...

NEW: Reese’s and Oreo are teaming up for the first time in over a decade to create two new desserts — the Reese’s Oreo Cup and Oreo Reese’s Cookies @triblive.bsky.social

Radioactive wasps found in former South Carolina nuclear weapons site Radioactive wasps were on the loose in South Carolina, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, The State reported. The newspaper said the discovery was made July 3 at an old nuclear weapons facili...

Radioactive wasps were on the loose in South Carolina, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.

The discovery was made at an old facility called Savannah River Site that produced plutonium and tritium for nuclear weapons during the Cold War @triblive.bsky.social

Pittsburgh council votes against preservation of Donny's Place Donny’s Place — one of Pittsburgh’s oldest gay bars — will not receive official historic designation, clearing the way for its demolition. Pittsburgh City Council voted Tuesday...

ICYMI: Donny’s Place — one of Pittsburgh’s oldest gay bars — will not receive official historic designation, clearing the way for its demolition.

Pittsburgh City Council voted against making it a historic landmark amid legal battles @triblive.bsky.social

WATCH: Chainsaws sliced through MTO sandwiches at Sheetz today as part of a collab with Liquid Death @triblive.bsky.social

Starbucks makes secret menu official For the first time, Starbucks is acknowledging its secret menu. Though countless “secret menu” items at Starbucks have been circulating online and on social media for years, this week, the...

ICYMI: For the first time, Starbucks is acknowledging its secret menu.

Though countless “secret menu” items at Starbucks have been circulating online and on social media for years, the coffee giant made the secret menu official @triblive.bsky.social

Canvas to feature AI technology for educational interactions AI technology will soon be brought into the classroom through a new integration with the Canvas learning platform. Canvas is the main online platform used by numerous universities like the University ...

AI technology will soon be brought into the classroom through a new integration with the Canvas learning platform.

Canvas is the main online platform used by numerous universities like the University of Pittsburgh and Penn State University @triblive.bsky.social

AMC tells moviegoers to expect lots of trailers and commercials Late for the movies? You’ll probably still make it if you’re headed to an AMC movie theater. AMC Theatres announced this month it would be putting more regular advertisements ahead of movi...

Late for the movies? You’ll probably still make it if you’re headed to an AMC movie theater.

AMC Theatres announced this month it would be putting more regular advertisements ahead of movie screenings alongside regular movie trailers @triblive.bsky.social

Bacteria risks found at all Lake Erie beaches in Pennsylvania, report says Health risks were found at all of Lake Erie’s Pennsylvania beaches last year, a new report says. The beaches tested in 2024 were found to be potentially unsafe for swimming on at least one day, ...

Health risks were found at all of Lake Erie’s Pennsylvania beaches last year, a new report says.

The beaches tested in 2024 were found to be potentially unsafe for swimming on at least one day, according to bacteria testing @triblive.bsky.social

Pittsburgh stands out as only U.S. city cheaper to buy than rent, report says Pittsburgh came out on top in a new Realtor.com rental report as the only U.S. city where it’s cheaper to buy a home rather than rent. According to the report, renting saves over $900 per month ...

Pittsburgh came out on top in a new realtor.com rental report as the only U.S. city where it’s cheaper to buy a home rather than rent @triblive.bsky.social

Oakdale man faces over 50 dog neglect, cruelty charges An Oakdale man who is facing more than 50 charges of neglect and cruelty involving dogs was taken into custody, officials announced Saturday. Joshua Michael Humes, 36, was charged by North Fayette Tow...

ICYMI: An Oakdale man who is facing more than 50 charges of neglect and cruelty involving dogs was taken into custody, officials announced Saturday @triblive.bsky.social

Cava Mediterranean restaurant to open in Oakland, East Liberty A new taste of Greece is coming to Pittsburgh later this summer in the form of the popular Mediterranean chain Cava. Two locations of Cava will open this year, said Emma Vogt, part of Cava’s pub...

A new taste of Greece is coming to Pittsburgh later this summer in the form of the popular Mediterranean chain Cava.

Two locations of Cava will open this year: one in Oakland and one in East Liberty @triblive.bsky.social

Chainsaw sandwich experience coming to Sheetz in Seven Fields For one day only, customers will have the chance to get their Sheetz Made-to-Order sandwiches sliced in half with a chainsaw — yes, a real chainsaw. The horror film-esque sandwiches are part of ...

NEW: For one day only, customers will have the chance to get their Sheetz Made-to-Order sandwiches sliced in half with a chainsaw — yes, a real chainsaw.

The stunt will take place from 2-5 p.m. Friday at the Sheetz store in Seven Fields @triblive.bsky.social

Anti-Trump protesters make 'Good Trouble' in front of the Westmoreland County Courthouse Though Bob Schaefer was among a crowd of rally-goers Saturday in front of the Westmoreland County Courthouse in Greensburg, his white cleric’s collar made him stand out — signaling his rol...

"I’m so disappointed with how many of my Christian neighbors would not ever choose to be here ... I believe that Jesus would stand here, too.”

Bob Schaefer was among a crowd of rallygoers in Greensburg, but his white pastor's collar stood out @triblive.bsky.social

Mattel launches new Barbie with Type 1 diabetes Barbie’s latest look includes a glucose monitor — Mattel’s newest doll is living with Type 1 diabetes. Mattel, Inc. said this week in the announcement that the new Barbie, which is p...

ICYMI: Barbie’s latest look includes a glucose monitor — Mattel’s newest doll is living with Type 1 diabetes @triblive.bsky.social

Flash flood warnings are being issued in W.Pa. at their fastest rate in 20 years Western Pennsylvania has been awash in flash flood warnings this year. The National Weather Service has issued 112 such warnings so far in 2025, Alicia Miller, hydrologist at the weather service in Mo...

Western Pennsylvania has been awash in flash flood warnings this year, with 112 issued so far by the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh.

That number more than the past three years combined and more than any year since 2003. Read the full story below
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Here are some Amazon Prime Day deals for the week Break out those credit cards — Amazon Prime Day has returned. The longest Prime Day to date, sales begin Tuesday and last through 11:59 p.m. Friday. This year marks the 11th Prime Day, and histo...

Break out those credit cards — Amazon Prime Day has returned.

The longest Prime Day to date, sales begin today and last through 11:59 p.m. Friday @triblive.bsky.social

Furries return to Pittsburgh for 19th Anthrocon It’s that time of year — the furries are back in Pittsburgh for Anthrocon. And this July, there’s going to be more attendees than ever before, at over 19,000. Anthrocon is the annual...

ICYMI: Furries returned to Pittsburgh this past weekend for the largest Anthrocon yet @triblive.bsky.social

I want to give a HUGE thank you to everyone at @triblive.bsky.social and a shoutout to all of my fellow young reporters pouring their blood, sweat and tears into this field. Your dedication doesn't go unnoticed!

This honor seriously means the world to me. Hard-hitting journalism and the right to a free press are paramount right now, and I'm thankful to be a small part of this impactful work every day.

Three stories contributed to the selection:
1. 'I sprinted out of the building': Franklin Regional reflects on attack 10 years later
2. Despite rising salaries, there's a shortage of qualified superintendents.
3. 'I want to live': Long covid patients battle debilitating symptoms in Western Pa.

It's awarded to young journalists with two years or less experience. I get to travel to Harrisburg this fall to accept it in person!