November 25, 2025 4:53 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon says it’s investigating Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona over possible breaches of military law after the former Navy pilot joined a handful of other lawmakers in a video that called for U.S. troops to defy “illegal orders.” The Pentagon’s statement Monday cited a federal law that allows retired service members to be recalled to active duty on orders of the defense secretary for possible court martial or other measures. Kelly said he upheld his oath to the Constitution and dismissed the Pentagon investigation as the work of “bullies.” It’s extraordinary for the Pentagon to directly threaten a sitting member of Congress with investigation.
November 25, 2025 4:54 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge has dismissed the criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, concluding that the prosecutor who brought the charges at President Donald Trump’s urging was illegally appointed by the Justice Department. The rulings from U.S. District Judge Cameron McGowan Currie amount to a stunning rebuke of the Trump administration’s efforts to target Trump’s political opponents as well as its legal maneuvering to hastily install a loyalist prosecutor willing to file the cases. The orders make Lindsey Halligan the latest Trump administration prosecutor to be disqualified because of the manner in which they were appointed.
November 25, 2025 4:50 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Associated Press and the Trump administration renewed their argument over a president’s ability to limit media access to journalists he disagrees with. They resumed a courtroom dispute with potential First Amendment implications that began last winter when the president announced that he had renamed the Gulf of Mexico. Trump restricted the AP’s access to events in smaller spaces like the Oval Office and Air Force One, leading the news outlet to sue. A lower federal court ruled that President Donald Trump improperly retaliated against the outlet because it did not follow and refer to the body of water as the Gulf of America. Now it’s on appeal. No immediate ruling was issued.
November 25, 2025 4:52 am
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Authorities say Russia launched a wave of attacks on Ukraine, killing at least seven people in strikes that hit city buildings and energy infrastructure. Water, electricity and heat were knocked out in parts of the capital Tuesday morning. A Ukrainian attack in southern Russia killed three people and damaged homes. The attacks followed talks between U.S. and Ukraine representatives in Geneva on Sunday about a U.S.-Russia brokered peace plan. A U.S. official says Army Secretary Dan Driscoll met with Russian officials for several hours in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday after the Trump administration jump-started negotiations to end the war. The official would not offer details of the negotiations.
November 25, 2025 4:49 am
Travelers this Thanksgiving may still feel on edge after the historic government shutdown that caused widespread flight cancellations and delays. But experts say staying informed about weather, traffic, and airport wait times can help ease anxiety. The FAA is preparing for its busiest Thanksgiving in 15 years, with over 360,000 flights scheduled. And the TSA expects to screen more than 17.8 million people. Winter weather could impact major airports, so travelers should check forecasts regularly. Packing smartly and arriving early can also reduce stress. For road trips, AAA advises checking your car and avoiding peak traffic times.
November 24, 2025 1:53 pm
(AP) – A federal judge has dismissed the criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. The judge concluded Monday that the prosecutor who brought the charges at President Donald Trump’s urging was illegally appointed by the Justice Department. The rulings from U.S. District Judge Cameron McGowan Currie amount to a stunning rebuke of the Trump administration’s efforts to target Trump’s political opponents as well as its legal maneuvering to hastily install a loyalist prosecutor willing to file the cases. The orders make Lindsey Halligan the latest Trump administration prosecutor to be disqualified because of the manner in which they were appointed.
November 24, 2025 8:17 am
Two people were transported to UPMC Washington Hospital following a two-vehicle crash early Monday morning. Washington County 9-1-1 says it happened just before 6:30 a.m. in the two-thousand block of West Chestnut Street. There is no information on the identity or condition of those injured. The crash did close both lanes of West Chestnut but did reopen about an hour later.
November 24, 2025 2:34 am
PennDot is warning motorists of single lane restrictions planned on Interstate 79 for patching and crack sealing work. The restrictions will occur in the southbound lanes between Exit 45 (Canonsburg) and Exit 43 (Houston/Eighty Four). Restrictions took place on Monday, November 24th and will wrap up on Tuesday, November 25th. Start time is 8:00 a.m. and the work will wrap-up at at 1:30 p.m. Back-ups of at least twenty miles were reported on Monday due to the work. Motorists are asked to use caution, remain alert, avoid distractions and practice patience while traveling through the work zone.
November 24, 2025 2:28 am
PennDot is announcing extended closures on two bridge replacement projects. Beallsville Road and Sunset Drive will remain closed until late December. PennDot is replacing existing structures with pre-cast box culvert structures. They are also working on widening the approaches. Detours are posted. Beallsville Road is closed between Sunset Drive and Oak Road. The detour is Rt. 917, Rt. 40, and Beallsville Road. Sunset Drive is closed between Beallsville Road and Hickory Road. The detour is Richeyville Road, Rt. 40, Beallsville Road and Sunset Drive.
November 24, 2025 5:01 am
PITTSBURGH — A Pitcairn man faces charges after police say his loaded gun was stopped at the Pittsburgh International Airport security checkpoint on Saturday morning. The Allegheny County Police Department says TSA officers noticed a loaded revolver in a passenger’s carry-on bag at the security checkpoint around 6:15 a.m. ACPD responded and later identified the passenger as Justin Lang, 26. The department determined he did not possess a valid concealed carry permit. Lang was charged with carrying a firearm without a permit, and the FBI was notified of the incident. Civil penalties for bringing a weapon into a checkpoint can reach up to $17,000, depending on the specific weapon and the circumstances.
