March 1, 2026 4:58 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is speaking to widening concerns the U.S.-Israeli strikes in Iran could spiral into a protracted regional conflict by declaring, “This is not Iraq. This is not endless.” Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Air Force Gen. Dan Caine on Monday held the Trump administration’s first news briefing since Saturday’s strikes. Hegseth says the operation has a “clear, devastating, decisive mission” to “destroy the missile threat” from Iran, destroy its navy and “no nukes.” The briefing comes as the conflict has intensified into a wider war in the region. Iran and its allied armed groups have launched missiles at Israel, Arab states and U.S. military targets in the Middle East.
March 2, 2026 5:49 pm
WASHINGTON (AP) — Videos of former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton answering questions about convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have been released by a House committee investigating the late financier. The depositions spanned hours over two days last week. Bill Clinton told the committee he had ended his relationship with Epstein years before the financier entered a guilty plea in 2008 to soliciting prostitution from an underage girl. Hillary Clinton said she never recalled meeting Epstein. Still, they faced hours of questioning from lawmakers who are searching for accountability for anyone who was aware of or ignored Epstein’s abuse of underage girls.
March 1, 2026 4:59 am
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has become a powerful force within the country’s theocracy, answering only to the supreme leader. The European Union declare the Guard a terrorist organization in January over its role in the recent crackdown on protests across Iran. The Guard was born out of Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution and steadily grew in power, especially after the Iran-Iraq war in the 1980s. Its Quds Force has been key in supporting groups like Lebanese militant Hezbollah group and Yemen’s Houthi rebels. The Guard also operates its own intelligence services and has been involved in arrests of foreigners. The force is crucial in suppressing protests in Iran.
March 2, 2026 4:19 pm
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — New Medicaid work requirements signed into law by President Donald Trump are meant to save money. But states first will have to spend millions of dollars to implement them. An Associated Press analysis finds that states are projected to spend over $1 billion on technology improvements and additional staff needed to carry out the requirements. The Medicaid changes were included in Trump’s big tax-cut law passed by Congress last year. States are still waiting on federal rules to provide further guidance. But they face a time crunch because the Medicaid work requirements are supposed to be enforced next January.
March 2, 2026 2:00 am
Washington County 911 says multiple fire departments and crews were called out to the 300 block of Edgewood Avenue in Canton Township just after seven Saturday night. Crews were reportedly ordered out of the building due to a collapse. At this point, there are no reports of any injuries.
March 1, 2026 2:00 am
HICKORY, PA (WPXI) — A local beehive farm was recently and intentionally destroyed, as 50 beehives were set aflame. Bedillion Honey Farm owners Mark and Sarah Bedillion estimate a loss of roughly 50,000 bees, and said whoever is responsible went to great lengths to reach the beehives deep in a secluded wooded area. Their daughter, Lily, told reporters, “It’s just sad. They were just getting ready for the spring, and to know the weather was getting warmer, and they were getting more prepared, and to see them all dead like that? It was heartbreaking to say the least.” Family members say the beehive farm destroyed was one of 25, spread across the region. Ohioville police are actively investigating who the suspect may be, and any potential motive involved with the arson.
March 3, 2026 3:55 am
City Mission says it is planning to close its Monongahela Thrift Store, located at thrift store at 211 West Main Street. The store will officially conclude operations on Saturday, March 14th. Officials say their decision is part of a strategic initiative to optimize the Mission’s resources and prioritize the life-changing ministry that the stores exist to support. By consolidating retail efforts into its five other regional locations, they say City Mission is ensuring that every resource is used as effectively as possible to provide food, medical care, and safe housing for neighbors in crisis. Remaining the best possible stewards of community support is City Mission’s first priority. This transition ensures the organization remains financially strong and fully focused on its core programs. While City Mission has valued its time in Monongahela, this shift is essential for the long-term health and sustainability of the ministry. City Mission officials say they are incredibly grateful for the support shown by the Monongahela community over the years and looks forward to continuing those relationships at its five nearby locations: North Strabane, Canonsburg, Washington, Waynesburg, and Uniontown.
March 2, 2026 5:01 am
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Authorities say a gunman wearing clothes with an Iranian flag design and the words “Property of Allah” killed two people and wounded 14 at a Texas bar. The FBI said the shooting in Austin is being investigated as a potential act of terrorism. Police shot and killed the man, who had used both a pistol and a rifle early in the shooting early Sunday, a day after the U.S. and Israel launched an attack on Iran. The Department of Homeland Security identified the gunman as 53-year-old Ndiaga Diagne. Multiple people briefed on the investigation say Diagne is originally from Senegal. Austin Mayor Kirk Watson says a fast police response in confronting the gunman saved lives.
March 2, 2026 4:51 am
MOUNT PLEASANT TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Multiple people were hospitalized after a pileup Saturday on the PA Turnpike in Westmoreland County. A 911 supervisor says the incident was reported at 9:14 p.m. around mile marker 84 in Mount Pleasant Township. Investigators say two vehicles collided, and a person got out of a third vehicle to help but was hit by another vehicle. Three people were taken by ambulances from the scene to area hospitals.
March 2, 2026 4:55 am
Cat food sold in Pennsylvania was recalled over potentially low levels of thiamine. Go Raw LLC first issued a voluntary recall of freeze-dried cat food on Feb. 17, then expanded it on Feb. 26 to include some frozen products. Additionally, the company has halted the sale of all Quest products at all retail locations until the thiamine content issues are resolved. Thiamine, also known as Vitamin B1, is an essential nutrient for cats, and a deficiency can lead to serious health complications, including gastrointestinal and neurological issues. The recall includes the following products:
Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe Freeze Dried – 10oz Bags
Lot #C25288 – Best Buy Date: 10/15/2027
Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe Frozen Diet – 2 lb Bags
Lot #MCD25350 – Best BuyDate: 6/16/2027
Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe Frozen Diet – 2 lb Bags
Lot #MCC25321 – Best BuyDate: 5/17/2027
Both the frozen and freeze-dried food were sold in Pennsylvania. Retailers have been instructed to remove all affected inventory from their shelves immediately. Consumers who purchased the recalled lots should stop feeding the food to their pets and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or a replacement product. Anyone with additional questions can contact Go Raw LLC by email at cs@gorawllc.com or by phone at 801-432-7478. Customer service is available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mountain Standard Time.
