October 25, 2026 8:01 am
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine and Russia have signaled willingness to resume peace talks and back a humanitarian mission led by U.S. First lady Melania Trump, but deep disagreements over territory and security guarantees underscore obstacles to ending the war. U.S. President Donald Trump is pushing for a new round of negotiations, potentially in mid-November, as Russia continues to demand control of Ukrainian regions it illegally annexed but does not fully control. Kyiv rejects any suggestion of unilateral withdrawal and says stronger Western pressure on Moscow is needed to advance peace efforts.
October 25, 2026 8:02 am
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump has cast his ballot in the midterm elections, voting for all Republicans in Florida before speaking at a Georgia rally. Trump and first lady Melania Trump arrived at their West Palm Beach polling location together Saturday after Trump spent the morning at his nearby golf course. Trump has endorsed Republican Rep. Byron Donalds, who is running against David Jolly, a Republican-turned-independent-turned-Democrat, to succeed term-limited Gov. Ron DeSantis. He has also campaigned for Republican Sen. Ashley Moody, who is running to fill the last two years of Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s former Senate term against progressive state lawmaker Angie Nixon.
October 25, 2026 8:04 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawmakers reviewing the issue of sexual harassment on Capitol Hill say they’re disturbed by what they’ve found. They say congressional staff members are unclear about where they can go for help and they don’t believe there will be repercussions for perpetrators. And the current requirements for reporting harassment can work against those filing complaints. One of the congresswomen leading a task force on the matter is Florida Republican Kat Cammack. She says the current system is designed to have a chilling effect on victims who come forward. The task force is expected to release recommendations with a goal of taking action before year’s end.
October 25, 2026 8:04 am
Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start this year as U.S. consumers grapple with high living costs and eye-popping chocolate prices. Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% in the month ending Oct. 17 compared to the same period last year, according to NielsenIQ, a market research firm. Chris Costagli, a vice president at NielsenIQ, said high gas prices have worsened Americans’ concerns about affordability, and that’s dampening demand for Halloween treats. But the National Confectioners Association, which represents candy-makers like Mars, says the U.S. is just entering the peak Halloween season and it’s optimistic about consumer demand. (Photo: AP)
October 25, 2026 7:54 am
The long-awaited extension of the Mon-Fayette Expressway will connect Camp Hollow Road in West Mifflin to the former endpoint in Jefferson Hills. After years of construction, the first two sections of the southern half of the expressway are set to open to drivers on Nov. 20, just in time for Thanksgiving. The new sections will bring the Mon-Fayette Expressway to 57 miles, running from Interstate 68 near Morgantown, West Virginia, all the way to West Mifflin. The road only needs some finishing touches. This Tuesday, state and local leaders will get the first chance to drive it. The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is hosting a celebration at the project site with elected officials and project partners expected to take part. This long-awaited update is half a century in the making. Plans for the expressway date back to the 1970s, with the goal of connecting communities in Southwestern Pennsylvania to northern West Virginia and improving access through a region that has long looked to new development and investment.
October 24, 2026 8:36 am
The NFL has closed its “NFL House” in Paris as the city braces for street protests with a heavy police presence and storefronts boarded up. The league announced the closure to fans on Saturday morning through its “OnePass” app and it came a day after it closed its pop-up NFL shop — in both cases citing “potential accessibility issues.” Security concerns have overshadowed the NFL’s debut in Paris. The New Orleans Saints will play the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday at Stade de France in the league’s first-ever regular-season game in France. New Orleans also announced that “Saints House has been postponed until Sunday.”
October 25, 2026 7:00 am
CORAOPOLIS, Pa. — A high school football coach has died after suffering a medical emergency during a game Friday night. According to our news partners at Channel 11, Cornell High School Superintendent Dr. Aaron Thomas said head football coach Ed Dawson was taken to a local hospital after suffering a medical emergency during the team’s game at Rochester High School in Beaver County. He later died. “This is an extremely difficult situation. To say Coach Dawson was an integral part of Cornell School District would be an understatement. It is hard to put into words what Coach Dawson means to Cornell and we are all heartbroken, crushed, and in shock,” Thomas said. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Coach Dawson and his family. We have difficult days ahead and we will lean on each other to get through them the best we can. We love you, Coach Dawson.” School officials say resources will be made available to students and staff. The School was previously scheduled to have an in-service day on Monday. Following the news of Dawson’s passing, community leaders, family and friends began sharing posts of condolences on social media. (Photo: WPXI)
October 24, 2026 4:34 am
Washington Park continues with its 6th Annual “Dark in the Park” Haunted Hayride and Walk Thru. The event takes place tonight from 6:45-10:00 PM. Park Director DeAnna Martin said that while Friday night was geared more towards a younger crowd–or those who want less fright–Saturday is dedicated to a full scare experience. There will be a maze, bonfire, movie screening, and concessions. Martin is grateful to have plenty of volunteers who make the event possible. She says the ultimate goal is to give the community a fun experience at a reasonable price. Tickets are only $5 each.
October 24, 2026 3:58 am
PARIS (AP) — Major museums in Paris are closed as authorities deploy a large police force for new protests across France. The government aims to prevent a repeat of last week’s violent unrest, which included looting and attacks on public buildings. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez says 70,000 officers will be deployed nationwide. Major museums like the Louvre and Orsay are closed Saturday. Some protests have been banned in cities like Lyon and Nice. President Emmanuel Macron says measures are needed to protect city centers and businesses. Demonstrations began over staff shortages in schools and have grown into larger protests over living costs.
October 24, 2026 4:05 am
Taiz, a city in southwestern Yemen, faces a severe water crisis as Houthi rebels backed by Iran tighten their encirclement. The city has struggled with water issues for over a decade, but the situation has worsened in recent weeks. Humanitarian groups say available supplies meet less than 10% of the needs of Taiz’s more than one million residents. Families pay up to 75% more for water, often on credit. Amnesty International has urged the Houthis to open roads into the city, warning of a looming humanitarian disaster. The siege also restricts food, fuel and medicine supplies, worsening the crisis.
