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May 15, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Unhoused Pittsburghers lose shelter options

Unhoused Pittsburghers lose shelter options Trump cut AmeriCorps, gutting local community programs.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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May 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Allegheny Co. eyes new mental health process

Allegheny Co. eyes new mental health process Avoiding the post-graduation 'services cliff' for people with disabilities.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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May 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM

9 ways Trump's budget could squeeze PGH

9 ways Trump's budget could squeeze PGH Take a poetic look at Pittsburgh’s three rivers. You’re not a current PublicSource member. Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.   View in browser | Forward to …
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May 8, 2025 at 11:00 AM

How much are Pittsburgh teachers paid?

How much are Pittsburgh teachers paid? Nine ways Trump's budget plan would squeeze Pittsburgh.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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May 6, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Construction hinders Penn Ave. businesses

Construction hinders Penn Ave. businesses Coal town Homer City could pivot to natural gas, AI.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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May 5, 2025 at 7:00 PM

North Side zine launch + art night

North Side zine launch + art night Join us May 22 for stories, art and snacks. View this email in your browser Pittsburgh's North Side: The people, the places, the stories Join us on May 22 for PublicSource's zine launch + a…
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May 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM

A mother's hardest decision

A mother's hardest decision See report cards on the city’s and Pitt’s safety work on a deadly street. You’re not a current PublicSource member. Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.   View in browser …
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May 1, 2025 at 1:23 PM

‘Cursed’ Oakland street sees 3 pedestrian deaths in two years (corrected)

‘Cursed’ Oakland street sees 3 pedestrian deaths in two years (corrected) Pittsburgh's mayoral candidates debated on Tuesday.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a fri…
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May 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM

"Cursed" Oakland street sees 3 pedestrian deaths this year

"Cursed" Oakland street sees 3 pedestrian deaths this year Pittsburgh's mayoral candidates debated on Tuesday.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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April 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Gainey & O’Connor cherry pick housing data

Gainey & O’Connor cherry pick housing data Sex workers in Pittsburgh seek support, decriminalization.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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April 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM

🤖 A ‘wacky journey’ to STEM diversity

🤖 A ‘wacky journey’ to STEM diversity Plus, city employee extra pay grows. You’re not a current PublicSource member. Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.   View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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April 24, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Want to see city employee pay? (You know you do.)

Want to see city employee pay? (You know you do.) Plus, Trump cuts to vaccinations and disease monitoring.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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April 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Even Trump voter fears stock shakeup

Even Trump voter fears stock shakeup Plus, advocates relieved by county climate planning changes.school board elections.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
  Leadership, PublicSource · [email protected]
April 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM

We’re challenging a secrecy ruling in court

We’re challenging a secrecy ruling in court Your right to know who is in uniform is at risk. View this email in your browser For more than a decade, PublicSource has been publishing salary data for Allegheny County employees…
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April 19, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Pittsburghers rally to protect academic freedom

Pittsburghers rally to protect academic freedom Plus, the loss of "third spaces" in East Liberty. You’re not a current PublicSource member. Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.   View in browser | Fo…
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April 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Black kids in special ed suspended more in Pgh

Black kids in special ed suspended more in Pgh Plus, state board shelves ban on fracking near water, buildings.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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April 16, 2025 at 7:00 AM

A celebration of environmental justice

A celebration of environmental justice Andrea Viduarre presents at Phipps Conservatory. View this email in your browser Sponsored content Celebrate environmental justice with Women for a Healthy Enviro…
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April 15, 2025 at 11:04 AM

Pittsburgh pursues DEI; feds tighten grip

Pittsburgh pursues DEI; feds tighten grip Plus, PPS closures weigh heavy in school board elections.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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April 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM

👑 Confessions of a ‘passenger princess’

👑 Confessions of a ‘passenger princess’ Plus, Pittsburgh mayoral race. You’re not a current PublicSource member. Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.   View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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April 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Will UPMC ever pay the city? Gainey & O'Connor want 💰

Will UPMC ever pay the city? Gainey & O'Connor want 💰 Plus, is tariff news changing your to-dos?  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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April 8, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Faith communities respond to changing ASL needs

Faith communities respond to changing ASL needs Plus, Black and Hispanic enrollment at Pitt, CMU drops after court ruling.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend…
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April 5, 2025 at 11:00 AM

UPMC curbs on gender-affirming care draw protest

UPMC curbs on gender-affirming care draw protest Plus, a twentysomething’s drive to support dementia caregivers. You’re not a current PublicSource member. Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.   View …
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April 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Saving public housing under federal cuts

Saving public housing under federal cuts Plus, PublicSource wins national award.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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April 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Latino churches offer support amid Trump

Latino churches offer support amid Trump Plus, Pitt researcher warns Medicaid cuts would hurt.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
  Halle Stockton, PublicSource · [email protected]
March 31, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Just hours left: Help us raise $600 more

Just hours left: Help us raise $600 more Every donation makes a difference. View this email in your browser Dear Reader, When we set our spring fundraising goal of $7,000, we knew it was ambitious amid shaky economic times. …
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March 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Exploring 'Teenie' Harris' photo archive

Exploring 'Teenie' Harris' photo archive Plus, An update on PRT funding. You’re not a current PublicSource member. Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.   View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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March 27, 2025 at 11:13 AM

App helps interrupt cycle of shootings

App helps interrupt cycle of shootings Plus, PPS delays vote on school closures.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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March 27, 2025 at 11:00 AM

App helps interrupt cycle of shootings

App helps interrupt cycle of shootings Plus, PPS delays vote on school closures.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
  PublicSource · [email protected]
March 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM

🏙️ Gainey, O'Connor and developers

🏙️ Gainey, O'Connor and developers Plus, what veterans could lose.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend Donate   Send…
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March 24, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Why are members of our staff monthly donors?

Why are members of our staff monthly donors? View this email in your browser Every member of our staff plays a vital role in producing top-quality journalism — whether they’re gathering information firsthand, capturing powerful images, ensur…
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March 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Summer Lee sees a 'failing democracy'

Summer Lee sees a 'failing democracy' Plus, PRT's potential drastic changes. You’re not a current PublicSource member. Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.   View in browser | Forward to a friend …
  PublicSource · [email protected]
March 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM

🌅 Support us before Sunshine Week ends

🌅 Support us before Sunshine Week ends View this email in your browser Sunshine Week reminds us that transparency matters at all levels of government and beyond. The week itself is almost over, but our work must continue i…
  PublicSource · [email protected]
March 20, 2025 at 11:00 AM

“Neighborhoods” YouTuber on why he left Pgh

“Neighborhoods” YouTuber on why he left Pgh Plus, Pa. bill to close gender earnings gap.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
  Alyia Paulding, PublicSource · [email protected]
March 19, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Did you know you’re one of our best readers?

Did you know you’re one of our best readers? View this email in your browser Dear Reader, Yes, you! We’ve checked the stats, and you’re among our most engaged readers. We’re so glad that you’re finding value in PublicSource’s stories. Tha…
  PublicSource · [email protected]
March 18, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Conservatorship on trial

Conservatorship on trial Plus, PRT to float single largest service cut in decades.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
  Halle Stockton, PublicSource · [email protected]
March 16, 2025 at 11:00 AM

☀️ Support truth this Sunshine Week

☀️ Support truth this Sunshine Week Investigate. Illuminate. Empower. View this email in your browser Dear Reader, It’s Sunshine Week — the perfect time to talk about why transparency matters. Public records and open gove…
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March 15, 2025 at 11:00 AM

How Pittsburgh could become a climate haven

How Pittsburgh could become a climate haven Plus, local universities react to federal changes. You’re not a current PublicSource member. Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.   View in browser | Forwa…
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March 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Trump's impacts at Pitt, CMU, Duquesne and more

Trump's impacts at Pitt, CMU, Duquesne and more Plus, Gainey and UPMC disagree about account of proposed $125 million deal.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a frien…
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March 11, 2025 at 11:00 AM

For disabled kids, high school is destiny

For disabled kids, high school is destiny Early planning and job experience can shape their future.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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March 8, 2025 at 12:00 PM

Autism reflects his strengths and challenges

Autism reflects his strengths and challenges Also, the only community bail fund in the region. You’re not a current PublicSource member. Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.   View in browser | Forwa…
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March 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM

Pittsburgh's only community bail fund

Pittsburgh's only community bail fund Also, PublicSource has trained more than 100 intern journalists.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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March 5, 2025 at 7:21 PM

Debating mascots: Harm or heritage?

Debating mascots: Harm or heritage? Traci Sorell explores identity & justice on March 18. View this email in your browser Sponsored content “What happens when a mascot is seen as racist — but not b…
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March 4, 2025 at 12:00 PM

Pittsburgh's mayoral candidates: vital info

Pittsburgh's mayoral candidates: vital info Also, childcare workers are still scarce in Allegheny County.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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March 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM

Pittsburgh is bracing for research job losses

Pittsburgh is bracing for research job losses Also, explore our Pittsburgh at Work series. You’re not a current PublicSource member. Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.   View in browser | Forward t…
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February 27, 2025 at 12:00 PM

Trump cuts threaten Pittsburgh researchers

Trump cuts threaten Pittsburgh researchers Plus, PPS Superintendent’s report endorses closures.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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February 25, 2025 at 12:00 PM

New life in Bellevue, uncertain path ahead

New life in Bellevue, uncertain path ahead + Pittsburgh workforce gaps dampen green energy boom.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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February 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM

DEI terms removed from some Pitt, CMU sites

DEI terms removed from some Pitt, CMU sites Some trades see diversity and inclusion as good business. You’re not a current PublicSource member. Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.   View in browser …
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February 20, 2025 at 12:00 PM

Pittsburgh hospital workers turn strikes into solutions

Pittsburgh hospital workers turn strikes into solutions Plus, what federal funding halts could mean for Pittsburgh nonprofits.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a fr…
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February 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM

Will Trump halt local labor gains?

Will Trump halt local labor gains? And a way for you to vent about how your work has changed.  Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.  View in browser | Forward to a friend …
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February 15, 2025 at 12:00 PM

Fixing medical bills, questioning systems

Fixing medical bills, questioning systems ➕ Pgh's responses to homelessness & literacy gap. You’re not a current PublicSource member. Click here to donate today and join the 1,000+ people who help make these stories possible.   View in browser | Forw…