April 15, 2026 4:58 am
LAS VEGAS (AP) — President Donald Trump heads to Las Vegas to promote the tax cuts he signed into law last year, part of a push to focus on economic issues ahead of this year’s elections. But Thursday’s effort to highlight the fact that workers who earn tips and overtime will get bigger returns this tax season is getting eclipsed by higher gas prices driven by the Iran war. The president’s trip out West is paired with a stop in Phoenix on Friday for an event with conservative political group Turning Point USA. The trip comes as Trump faces growing political pressure to wrap up the war and focus on a message that helps his party as they try to defend their majorities in November’s midterm elections.
April 15, 2026 2:44 am
NEW YORK (AP) — A jury has found that concert giant Live Nation and its Ticketmaster subsidiary engaged in an anti competitive monopoly. They jury in New York decided Wednesday on claims from dozens of U.S. states that the entertainment ticketing behemoth was a monopoly that cost concertgoers and sports fans. Live Nation Entertainment owns, operates, controls booking for or has an equity interest in hundreds of venues. Its subsidiary Ticketmaster is widely considered to be the world’s largest ticket-seller for live events. The civil case, initially led by the U.S. federal government, accused Live Nation of using its reach to smother competition. Its lawyers did not immediately comment leaving the courthouse, but said a statement would be issued shortly.
April 15, 2026 2:22 am
The Carroll Township Police Department has landed $10,000 from forfeited assets obtained during the investigation and prosecution of individuals trafficking illegal narcotics in Washington County. The Department will use the money to purchase necessary police equipment. Washington County District Attorney Jason Walsh presented the check to Township officials.
April 15, 2026 4:41 am
With data center developers touring Washington County, North Franklin Township took a precautionary step by unanimously approving amendments to their township code as it relates to the development of data centers and any fossil fuel power generating facilities. Conditional use was granted to the two building developments in the Industrial Zoning District and the Planned Economic Development District along Van Kirk Road near the airport. Restrictions defined in the ordinance are 1000 foot setbacks, building height restrictions and buffer zones. A decommissioning plan is also required backed up by a bond of 125% of the development value that is to be reviewed annually. Resident Joanne Reilly spoke about the ordinance stating that fire fighters and other emergency responders be trained annually to protect against any disaster. Supervisor Chairman Bob Sabot said that there are no active plans in the township. Supervisors wished to be proactive in case one came about. They are also confident that a data center would not be developed because of limited available land parcels and rugged terrain.
April 15, 2026 4:53 am
SOUTH STRABANE TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A woman is recovering after police say she was attacked during an apparent case of road rage in South Strabane Township. Lisa Eckert showed our news partaners at Channel 11 several bruises on her body. She says she was knocked to the ground during a road rage incident near Trinity Point Shopping Center on Friday. Police arrested Krishnakumar Kandasamy, 38, after they say he threw her on her back and to the ground and kicked her. Eckert says she was driving to the shopping center when she passed the suspect’s SUV. She came to a red light along East Beau Street and that’s where the attack occurred. A good Samaritan appeared with a concealed weapon and held her gun on the man. Eckert told Channel 11 the attack left her with a concussion. Kandasamy is to appear before a judge next week. At last report, he remains in the Washington County jail.
April 15, 2026 1:47 am
WASHINGTON, Pa. – Washington City Police are asking for the public’s help in locating two missing and endangered juveniles. Police say fifteen-year-old Stephany Frazier and fifteen-year-old Martell Jones, were reported missing on April 12th and are believed to be together. Police say Frazier left behind a note indicating possible intent to harm herself, and her safety is of immediate concern. Stephany Frazier is described as being black, approximately 5 feet 4 inches tall, weighing around 130 pounds, with brown eyes and brown hair. She is known to have blue-dyed highlights in the front and back of her hair. She was last seen wearing all black clothing. Martell Jones is black, approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighing around 145 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. No additional descriptive information is available at this time. Authorities say they are actively working to locate the teens and are asking anyone with information regarding their whereabouts or who may have had contact with them to contact Detective Brady Stallings at 724-223-4225 or by email at bstallings@washingtonpa.us
April 15, 2026 4:58 am
CAIRO (AP) — Pakistan’s army chief has arrived for talks in Tehran in the latest diplomatic move to ease tensions in the region and arrange a second round of negotiations between the United States and Iran. That’s according to the Pakistani military, which said Wednesday that the delegation included the country’s interior minister and other senior security officials. The military said the visit was “part of the ongoing mediation efforts,” but gave no further details. Pakistan has emerged as a key mediator in the conflict. Meanwhile, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that the U.S. will ramp up its infliction of economic pain on Iran. Bessent said the effort would be the “financial equivalent” of a bombing campaign.
April 15, 2026 5:48 pm
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Republican-led Senate has rejected the latest Democratic attempt to halt President Donald Trump’s war in Iran. The Senate on Wednesday turned aside a resolution that would require the U.S. to withdraw forces from the conflict until Congress authorizes further action. It was the fourth time this year the Senate has voted to cede its war powers to Trump in a conflict that Democrats say is illegal and unjustified. Republicans say they will keep faith in Trump’s wartime leadership, for now, citing Iran’s nuclear capabilities and the high stakes of withdrawal. But GOP lawmakers are also anxious for the conflict to en
April 15, 2026 5:38 pm
ABOARD THE PAPAL PLANE (AP) — Pope Leo XIV is again emphasizing the need for peace and dialogue despite criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump. Leo spoke to journalists on a flight to Cameroon on Wednesday as he continues his Africa visit. Trump has criticized Leo for his stance on the Iran war. Trump has also posted and then deleted an AI-generated image of himself as Christ. Leo stressed the importance of unity and respect among different beliefs. He emphasized his visit to the Great Mosque of Algiers on the first stop of his tour as a symbol of peaceful coexistence.
April 14, 2026 5:01 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — Energy Secretary Chris Wright raised eyebrows Tuesday after saying the country “looks like we’re going in the wrong direction” in remarks hailing a new natural gas pipeline project. Speaking at a groundbreaking for a project that will transport natural gas from Pennsylvania into New York City and Long Island, Wright said President Donald Trump “is about driving down costs for Americans and driving up job opportunities and wages for Americans.” Moments later, Wright apparently misspoke as he said, “Just because it looks like we’re going in the wrong direction doesn’t mean that’s the direction we are going.” The Energy Department later posted excerpts of Wright’s speech that did not include the “wrong direction” comment.
