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Did you see the Fern Hollow Bridge news this week?

Two years since its collapse, the National Transportation Safety Board said the city had ignored a decade's worth of warnings and inspectors improperly load rated the bridge. Read about those findings, and the city's response to them, here.

Also, the Pittsburgh Public Schools board will vote next week on a policy regarding summary citations against students, which are issued for the most minor criminal offenses, often resulting in fines.

A previous policy has been on pause since last summer as district officials work out a permanent solution. The new proposal would require principals to decide whether an offense merits a citation or other supports.

Read more on the revised policy and the rest of the stories from this week below. ⬇️

Chatham administration shuns voluntary union bid, punting to NLRB

Updated: Student debt forgiveness coming to Pa. borrowers, but big balances not affected

What to know about Shapiro’s pitch to legalize marijuana, its chances in the Pa. legislature, and more

Pittsburgh school police may resume issuing citations, but with better communication

Sponsored: Join journalist Soledad O'Brien for an evening on women's leadership

Pittsburgh neglected Fern Hollow Bridge warnings for years, federal investigation finds

A bill to legalize syringe services in Pa. just passed a historic hurdle, but GOP opposition remains

City panel to council: Take more time on tiny houses proposal for riverfronts 

‘Unfit’ housing or no housing? Unhoused people and service providers face tough choices

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Tired of a slur used among our friends, we turned ‘Future Kings’ into a philosophy and a program
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ICYMI FROM LAST WEEK
  • A proposed settlement between U.S. Steel and Mon Valley residents could see funds from the largest Clean Air Act payments in state history flowing into the affected community.
  • Curious who is running in Allegheny County elections in 2024? PublicSource created a chart following filing deadlines. Check it out. 
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