October 7, 2025 4:48 am
CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois and Chicago have filed a lawsuit aiming to stop President Donald Trump’s administration from sending hundreds of National Guard troops to Chicago. Trump moved to deploy National Guard troops from another city on Saturday by authorizing 300 troops to protect federal officers and assets in Chicago. Trump has long threatened to send troops to Chicago, but it was not immediately clear when or exactly where they would be deployed. The lawsuit was filed Monday, just as troops prepared to deploy and just hours after a federal judge blocked their deployment to Portland, Oregon.
October 6, 2025 4:50 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from Ghislaine Maxwell, the imprisoned ex-girlfriend of Jeffrey Epstein. The justices Monday declined to take up a case that would’ve renewed attention on the Epstein sexual-abuse saga after President Donald Trump’s administration sought to tamp down criticism over its refusal to publicly release more investigative files. Trump’s Republican administration had urged the high court to stay out of the case. Lawyers for Maxwell argued she never should’ve been tried or convicted for a role in luring teenage girls to be sexually abused by Epstein. Maxwell is serving 20 years and recently was transferred from a Florida prison to a Texas prison camp.
October 7, 2025 4:52 am
American distillers have gotten a costly cold shoulder from Canada. A spirits industry group says spirits exports to Canada plunged 85% earlier this year. That led broad declines in key international markets amid global trade tensions. The report was released Monday by the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States. The industry worries even a thaw in trade relations may not shake this hangover right away. Kentucky craft distiller Tom Bard says even though things have eased up, his products still aren’t back on Canadian shelves. The worry is that consumer reaction to trade conflicts could curb the international thirst for American spirits in key markets.
October 7, 2025 4:53 am
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez is facing a felony battery charge for what authorities say was a fight over parking. Marion County prosecutor Ryan Mears announced the upgraded charge Monday, saying it carries a potential sentence of one to six years in prison. The incident happened early Saturday in Indianapolis. A police affidavit alleges the 38-year-old Sanchez, smelling of alcohol, confronted a 69-year-old truck driver. The driver pulled a knife to defend himself. The former New York Jet was pepper-sprayed and stabbed multiple times. He remains hospitalized in stable condition. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing, and additional charges are possible.
October 7, 2025 4:46 am
REIM, Israel (AP) — Israelis are mourning the dead and fearing for the remaining hostages as they mark two years since Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack plunged the region into a devastating war. Tuesday’s commemorations come as Israel and Hamas hold indirect negotiations in Egypt. The main memorial ceremony is being organized by bereaved families. The government-organized memorial will be held according to the Jewish calendar next week. The rift reflects deep divisions over Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership, which many blame for the failure to secure a ceasefire that would free the hostages. Israel’s retaliatory offensive has killed tens of thousands and razed entire towns and cities in the Gaza Strip.
October 6, 2025 7:57 am
A three-vehicle crash in Canton Township injured two people Monday morning. Washington County 9-1-1 dispatchers say it happened just before 7 a.m. at the intersection of Route-40 and Mckee Road. A garbage truck and two other passenger vehicles were involved. Dispatchers say one person was flown by medical helicopter to a Pittsburgh hospital. Another was transported by ambulance to UPMC Washington. There is no word on their identities or conditions. Route 40 was closed as a result of the crash, but at last report one lane has reopened.
October 5, 2025 4:57 am
Opening statements are expected today as the homicide trial of a Smith Township man gets underway at the Washington County Courthouse. 33 year old Joshua George is charged with the death of his 6-month old son back in December of 2021. The child died January 3 at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. An autopsy found that the child suffered a skull fracture and hemorrhaging and bruises consistent with being shaken. Washington County District Attorney announced back in May of 2022 that he would seek the death penalty. Attorney’s for George have raised questions about when and where the child suffered the fatal injuries. George faces charges that include; criminal homicide, child endangerment and three counts of aggravated assault. He has been held in the Washington County Jail without bond since his arrest seven weeks after the child’s death. WJPA’s Joe Jasek will be following the trial.
October 5, 2025 8:50 am
North Franklin Township used their first annual Fall Fest to debut the community’s event center crafted from a former water company building. According to North Franklin Township Supervisor Bob Sabot, The Waterside Event Center is a three season building that can be used for any purpose from birthday parties to graduations to wedding receptions. Community reaction about the building was outstanding. Jeanie Moore says that she grew up near the building and is excited to see the building being used for events instead of being torn down. Adele Trich is a 45 year resident of the township and says that she can see a multitude of events being held at the center and can’t wait to see what actually will be brought in. The renovation of the water company building is an approximately $900,000 project. A portion of the funding came from a $100,000 grant from the Washington County Local Share Account and $200,000 was obtained from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. The Waterside Event Center is the latest addition to the continued build out of Waterside Park. According to Sabot, walking trails and pickleball courts are next in line for the park’s development.
October 5, 2025 2:00 am
One person was taken to the hospital in an officer involved shooting in McDonald. According to 9-1-1 dispatchers, McDonald Police were called to Michael’s Tavern in the 300 block of Lincoln Avenue shortly after 9:30 Friday night, with a report of a suspicious male, possibly brandishing a weapon. When police arrived, they found the man and fired upon him. The suspect was taken to Allegheny General Hospital by ambulance. Pennsylvania State Police are investigating. The identity of the police officer and suspect are unknown. (Photo:WPXI)
October 6, 2025 5:01 am
CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois and Chicago have filed a lawsuit aiming to stop President Donald Trump’s administration from sending hundreds of National Guard troops to Chicago. Trump moved to deploy National Guard troops from another city on Saturday by authorizing 300 troops to protect federal officers and assets in Chicago. Trump has long threatened to send troops to Chicago, but it was not immediately clear when or exactly where they would be deployed. The lawsuit was filed on Monday, just as troops prepared to deploy and just hours after a federal judge blocked their deployment to Portland, Oregon.
