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In this newsletter — Unraveling avian secrets in our region: Experts share the journey of songbirds as they reveal vital clues about ecosystems and inspire restoration efforts.

Also, a week after a multi-million-dollar primary campaign for Allegheny County executive ended, county lawmakers approved rigid contribution limits for county-level campaigns. But County Executive Rich Fitzgerald could attempt to derail the proposed rules.

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Not winging it: Birders hope hard data will help them save the species they love and the ecosystems they depend on

Whether they’re staying for the summer or just passing through, birds are helping researchers to study the environment and restore local habitats.

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Allegheny County Council passes campaign finance regulations, but Fitzgerald veto looms

Reimagine our streets as places for people, not just cars: OpenStreetsPGH returns with all new routes, entertainment and activities for everyone.

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With homeless shelters full and warming weather, some street outreach workers are calling the situation in Pittsburgh a crisis and expect the number of people living outside to increase by up to 50%.
Explore our voter turnout maps: Progressive state Rep. Sara Innamorato won the Democratic nomination for county executive with a dominant performance in Pittsburgh, but also by winning pluralities in affluent suburbs like Sewickley, Franklin Park, Fox Chapel and Mt. Lebanon.

GPNP to gather Pittsburgh nonprofits for transformative leadership, partnership and innovation

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Teen girls work to address their mental health crisis, and tell Pittsburgh: ‘Our voices matter.’

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Poll: Most Americans say curbing gun violence is more important than gun rights

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How honoring industrial and cultural heritage can help to lift up communities in the present day

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