September 15, 2025 5:01 am
MORRISTOWN, N.J. (AP) — Some political leaders are canceling public appearances after Charlie Kirk’s killing. Others are relying on a large police presence to keep them safe. And still others insist that the assassination that shook the nation last week won’t have any impact on their plans. Elected officials at every level and in both parties are grappling with tough choices as they move deeper into an election season in which the prospect of further violence lingers. And as they weigh risks to their personal safety, Democrats and Republicans are being forced to confront their own feelings of grief, anger and fear.
September 15, 2025 5:00 am
A Castle Shannon man is facing charges after authorities say he caused a house explosion and fire that killed his daughter and injured his wife and a volunteer firefighter Sunday morning. Allegheny County Police charged Brian Jeffrey Shelleby, 46, with homicide, arson and causing or risking a catastrophe. The explosion and fire was reported just before 10 a.m in the 800 block of Corbett Drive. Allegheny County Police say Lakyn Shelleby, 19, had been trapped inside. She was unresponsive when firefighters found her and was pronounced dead at the scene. Her mother, Carly Shelleby, and a Castle Shannon firefighter were injured. According to a criminal complaint, Brian Shelleby told Carly Shelleby that he was going to burn the house down after she told him he could not stay there because they were separated. Carly Shelleby told police she soon after heard liquid being poured in the garage and then saw Brian Shelleby pouring gasoline as he came up the stairs and throughout the first floor. She screamed for Lakyn to get out of the house, and ran out herself after Lakyn responded to her, the complaint states. Carly Shelleby said that as she ran out of the house, it exploded into flames. Castle Shannon police detained Brian Shelleby at the scene. In an interview with police, he admitted to causing the explosion and fire, the complaint states. Brian Shelleby is being held without bond in the Allegheny County Jail. He is to face a preliminary hearing September 26.
September 15, 2025 5:04 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — Utah Gov. Spencer Cox says investigators are not yet ready to discuss a motive in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk but that the 22-year-old who was arrested leaned to the left. Cox said Sunday that information comes from interviews with suspect Tyler Robinson’s family and friends. The governor also said Robinson is not being cooperative in custody. Cox is a Republican who has called for partisans on both sides to tone down their rhetoric after the assassination. Cox also confirmed reports that Robinson was in a romantic relationship with his roommate but stressed the roommate knew nothing of the attack and has been cooperating with law enforcement.
September 15, 2025 5:07 am
President Donald Trump’s administration has renewed its request to fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve’s board of governors. The administration filed a response to a federal appeals court on Sunday, arguing against Cook’s legal reasons for staying on the job. This move comes ahead of the central bank’s vote on interest rates. Cook, the first Black woman to serve as a Fed governor, has been accused of mortgage fraud, which she denies. A federal judge ruled her removal illegal, but the administration appealed. This marks the first time a president has tried to fire a Fed governor.
September 15, 2025 5:06 am
LONDON (AP) — Windsor Castle staff are busy preparing for a grand event. King Charles III is set to welcome U.S. President Donald Trump for his second state visit this week. This visit includes a lavish banquet and a display of royal pomp and ceremony. The goal is to strengthen ties with Trump, whose policies have disrupted traditional trade and security relationships. State visits are a key tool for the British monarchy to wield “soft power.” The visit will feature a ride in horse-drawn carriages and a state banquet, aiming to foster goodwill and address important issues like trade and security.
September 15, 2025 5:08 am
The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking $3.1 million in fines from Boeing over safety violations, including an incident in January last year where an Alaska Airlines jetliner lost a door plug panel on its fuselage in midflight. No one was seriously injured, and the plane landed safely. The agency said Friday that the proposed penalty covers violations from September 2023 through February 2024. The FAA said it identified hundreds of quality system violations at Boeing’s 737 factory and a subcontractor’s facility. Boeing has 30 days to respond to the FAA.
September 15, 2025 5:05 am
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “The Pitt” has won best drama series at the Emmys, with Noah Wyle taking best actor in a drama. “The Studio” sets a record for most wins by a comedy series in a single season. Netflix’s “Adolescence” dominates the limited series categories with six victories, including best limited series. Seth Rogen, co-creator of “The Studio,” personally takes four Emmys. Owen Cooper, at 15, becomes the youngest Emmy winner in over 40 years. Cristin Milioti wins best actress in a limited series for “The Penguin.” Jean Smart won best actress in a comedy for “Hacks” for the fourth time.
September 14, 2025 11:35 am
Pennsylvania hunters will have an extra day to hunt this weekend as the state’s new law allowing Sunday hunting takes effect. Act 36 of 2025 repealed the previous ban on Sunday hunting, providing hunters with more opportunities. Introduced as House Bill 1431 by Rep. Mandy Steele (D-District 33), Act 36 received Gov. Josh Shapiro’s signature in July. “This weekend is one for the history books,” said Pennsylvania Game Commission Executive Director Steve Smith. “Pennsylvania hunters finally have an opportunity to hunt on a Sunday under the newly enacted law, and I couldn’t be more excited to ring in Sunday hunting in Pennsylvania in 2025.” Sunday hunting will be available for a variety of species, including squirrels, woodchucks, coyotes, antlerless deer on Ag Tag properties, crows, and bobwhite quail. As the hunting seasons progress, more Sunday hunting opportunities will become available. However, migratory game birds such as Canada geese, doves, rails and gallinules cannot be hunted on Sundays. A total of thirteen Sundays have been approved for hunting in 2025, from Sept. 14th through December 7th. In state parks, Sunday hunting is limited to three specific Sundays in the 2025-26 hunting seasons: Nov. 16, Nov. 23 and Nov. 30. The previously approved Sundays for hunting foxes, coyotes and crows will not change. The Game Commission has updated the hunting seasons to include new Sunday hunting opportunities, and a new edition of the 2025-26 Pennsylvania Hunting & Trapping Digest is available to provide hunters with more information about the changes
September 14, 2025 7:25 am
(WPXI) SWISSVALE, Pa. — Two people were taken to a hospital after a multi-alarm fire at an apartment building in Swissvale. Swissvale Fire Chief Clyde Wilhelm tells Channel 11 that two people were trapped in an apartment when firefighters got on scene, and were located hanging out of a window. They were rescued and taken to a hospital for smoke inhalation. Wilhelm wasn’t aware of their current conditions. While the Allegheny County fire marshal’s investigation is ongoing, Wilhelm says that the initial investigation indicates the fire began when a candle fell on a couch. Wilhelm says six apartments were damaged, and those residents will be displaced. A Red Cross spokesperson confirms the organization is assisting the residents who’ve been displaced.
September 14, 2025 7:20 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge is temporarily keeping measures in place to prevent the Trump administration from deporting Guatemalan migrant children in government custody. Judge Timothy J. Kelly’s decision on Saturday stops the removal of children who came to the U.S. alone and are living in shelters and foster care. The decision follows a Labor Day weekend operation where the administration attempted to deport dozens of children. Immigration advocates sued, arguing the children were fleeing abuse or violence. Kelly’s order extends protection until Sept. 16. The government initially claimed the parents requested their return but later backtracked.
