April 27, 2026 5:59 pm
Gas prices are two cents higher in Western Pennsylvania this week at $4.160 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. Drivers are seeing increased gas prices this week as the national average has increased by seven cents since last week to $4.11. As of this morning, crude oil prices have seen an increase to around $96 per barrel, as the conflict in the Persian Gulf continues. Currently, pump prices are almost a dollar higher than this time last year, when a gallon of regular sat at $3.14. According to new data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gasoline demand decreased last week from 9.08 million barrels per day to 9.05 million. Total domestic gasoline supply decreased from 232.9 million barrels to 228.4 million. Gasoline production increased last week, averaging 10.1 million barrels per day.
April 27, 2026 5:16 pm
The Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency (WCTPA) announced on Monday, a new round of tourism grant investments that further reinforce the county’s position as a premier regional destination for outdoor recreation, community events, and family-friendly experiences that show Washington County continues to be a leader in regional economic and tourism growth. “Outdoor recreation and authentic tourism experiences continue to drive visitation and economic impact throughout Washington County,” said Jeff Kotula, President of the Washington County Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Promotion Agency. “From our trail systems and waterways to our community festivals and sporting attractions, these assets are critical to both our quality of life and our ability to attract visitors. Targeted investments like these will assist our partners in strengthening their offerings, expanding accessibility, and ensuring that Washington County remains competitive in today’s tourism economy.” Kotula says several projects highlight the agency’s goal of enhancing the county’s outdoor recreation infrastructure and visitor experience, like improving awareness of the Panhandle Trail in Burgettstown Borough and trail-head accessibility upgrades along the Montour Trail. Also, at Cross Creek Lake, grant funding will support enhancements that elevate one of the county’s most popular outdoor destinations, building on its reputation as a hub for fishing, boating, and seasonal recreation. Similarly, the development of a new kayak launch at Peters Lake Park in Peters Township will increase access to water-based recreation, helping to meet growing demand for paddling and outdoor recreational activities.
April 27, 2026 3:47 pm
WASHINGTON (AP) — The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner with guns and knives has been charged with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump. Saturday’s chaotic encounter resulted in shots being fired, Trump being rushed off the stage and guests ducking underneath their tables. Cole Tomas Allen, of Torrance, California, was taken into custody after the shooting. Allen was charged Monday in federal court in Washington and did not enter a plea. A lawyer with the federal defender’s office who’s representing Allen notes he has no criminal record and is presumed innocent. Authorities say an officer wearing a bullet-resistant vest was shot in the vest but is expected to recover.
April 27, 2026 4:50 am
CONNELLSVILLE, Pa. — Police are searching for a man who was reported missing in Fayette County. Connellsville Police say Donald Hughes, 76, was last seen leaving his house on E Crawford Ave at 4 p.m. on Friday. He was wearing a tan tracksuit and grey tennis shoes. Police ask anyone with information on his location to call their department at 724-628-2501 and dial extension 110.
April 26, 2026 5:14 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — The man accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner referred to himself as a “Friendly Federal Assassin” in writings sent to family members minutes before the shooting. That’s according to a message reviewed by The Associated Press. The writings, the official said, were sent shortly before shots were fired at the Washington Hilton, and made repeated references to President Donald Trump without naming him directly. The writings alluded to grievances over a range of administration actions, including U.S. strikes on drug smuggling boats in the eastern Pacific.
April 27, 2026 5:17 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — King Charles III has arrived in the United States on a four-day state visit aimed at celebrating the United States’ 250th anniversary. The trip beginning Monday comes amid strained trans-Atlantic ties partly over disagreements between the U.K. government and President Donald Trump on issues including the Iran war. The Republican president has praised Charles but criticized Prime Minister Keir Starmer for not supporting military action. The visit of Charles and Queen Camilla includes a White House state dinner and a speech to Congress. They also will visit the Sept. 11 memorial in New York and attend a 250th birthday party in Virginia.
April 27, 2026 5:11 am
CAIRO (AP) — Two Middle Eastern officials say Iran is offering to end its chokehold over the Strait of Hormuz without addressing its nuclear program. The proposal, passed to the U.S. by Pakistan, also includes a request for the U.S. to end its blockade of Iran. U.S. President Donald Trump is unlikely to support the proposal, as he wants Iran’s nuclear program ended as part of a broader deal to end the war. Iran’s foreign minister is visiting Russia to consult on the war against Israel and the U.S. The standoff in the Strait of Hormuz is affecting global oil prices and trade.
April 27, 2026 5:10 am
RUNAWAY BAY, Texas (AP) — At least two people have died from a severe tornado-producing storm that hit northern Texas, and many homes have sustained major damage. Wise County Judge J.D. Clark says the storm came through the town of Runaway Bay around 10 p.m. Saturday, killing one person. Emergency responders worked to clear debris. The storm also hit Springtown, where Parker County Assistant Fire Chief David Pruitt says a second person died outside the city limits. On Sunday, National Weather Service teams confirmed that an EF-2 tornado hit the Runaway Bay area and that an EF-1 tornado struck the Springtown area.
April 26, 2026 2:11 am
PITTSBURGH — The NFL Draft in Pittsburgh continues to set records! The city broke the all-time round one attendance record with 320,000 fans on Thursday night. This crowd topped 275,000 plus who attended in Detroit in 2024, according to the NFL. Now that the NFL Draft has officially wrapped up, officials announced that fans broke the all-time attendance record. According to a notification on the NFL OnePass app, 805,000 fans attended the draft over the last three days. That breaks the previous all-time attendance record, 775,000 fans, also set at the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit.
April 26, 2026 4:59 am
PITTSBURGH — Despite the NFL record 805,000 people at this year’s NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, some businesses outside the North Shore and Point State Park say they saw far fewer customers than expected. At Roland’s Seafood Grill in the Strip District, staff spent weeks preparing for a surge. “A lot of planning, we brought a lot of extra people in, we were an all-hands-on-deck operation,” said manager Eric Fennelo. Despite the preparation, Fennelo said business did not meet expectations. “It was slow. It seems like the anticipation of the crowds coming in from outside kept the locals away,” he said. Other nearby businesses reported similar experiences. At PGH Sports, owner Marie Lee said she stocked up on merchandise ahead of the draft. “We planned a lot of things to get ready and I thought, I don’t have enough merchandise for the draft,” Lee said. Now, she is trying to sell off leftover apparel. “Actually, I lost money on it,” she said. Fennelo believes the event’s footprint limited traffic to other neighborhoods. “It was a disappointment,” he said. “Everything got bottlenecked into the North Shore, so we didn’t get the travelers coming in as we had predicted.”
