Roundup—Death penalty; private college loans; permit to pollute

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This week: A jury voted unanimously to recommend that Robert Bowers be sentenced to death for killing 11 people and wounding six in the 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue shooting. The victims were part of three congregations, which all shared a worship space: Dor Hadash, New Light and Tree of Life. You can read coverage from our news partner 90.5 WESA and see pictures from after the death penalty decision on PublicSource's Instagram.

In other news: The asphalt plant near Uptown has some environmentalists and residents concerned. Its new permit, still under review, would allow for fewer restrictions on the plant’s operations, likely leading to emissions increases.

At some Pittsburgh universities, more students are taking on larger amounts of private debt than others nationwide. That raises questions about the affordability of local institutions and the financial guidance students receive.

Allegheny County’s handling of asphalt company’s pollution request leaves some feeling paved over

Private loans can be risky. At some Pittsburgh universities, students are borrowing more than others nationwide.

For older Pittsburghers still in the workforce, ‘thriving’ is tied to community and purpose

Updated: Pittsburgh City Council approves land bank agreement, hoping for more property reuse

911 becomes the go-to help line for ‘high utilizers.’ Who’s reaching out to help them? Pittsburgh firefighters

Pittsburgh’s housing authority says voucher program building firmer foundation

PublicSource sets out to meet (and map) Beechview

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On Aug. 26, we’re partnering with the Whitehall Public Library for a fun, useful and free session presented by journalists Rich Lord and Lajja Mistry. You’ll learn how to think like an investigative reporter and how to access hard-to-find info on businesses, landlords, campaign finances and more. Lunch will be provided by Whitehall Public Library. Space is limited; click here to register. Presented with support from the Jefferson Regional Foundation.

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