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Pittsburgh adults are tackling the 'Teen Takeovers' issue head-on Meeting at CEA in Homewood brings out hundreds

by Rob Taylor Jr. Courier Staff Writer

Sometimes, Pittsburgh area teens carry a gun on them through Downtown if they are from one municipality or neighborhood, en route through Downtown to another municipality or neighborhood. Sometimes that teen believes that they could be open to violence against them due to local neighborhood or town beefs, and the gun is for protection.

That was one of the issues brought up by a few concerned adult residents at the July 22 Youth Takeover Meeting, sponsored by the Community Empowerment Association in Homewood. The New Pittsburgh Courier had an all-access pass of sorts to listen in on the many comments made by adults and a few teens in the breakout sessions during the two-hour meeting in Homewood.

The issue over "Teen Takeovers," the now-infamous craze happening in cities throughout the country, occurs from time to time in Pittsburgh, where hundreds of youth populate a certain area, like East Liberty or Market Square, and before long, there is havoc, with police officers having to diffuse the situation and disperse the crowd.

The question of "How to stop teen takeovers" is such a complicated situation that there were no concrete solutions by the end of the meeting, attended by nearly 200 people, primarily adults. It's complicated because teens have the ability via their phones and social media to congregate at a certain location before police or adults even know what hit them, many adults at the meeting said. What also SEE TEEN TAKEOVERS A8

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Teenie Harris, Franco Harris among the 2026 Pittsburgh Walk of Fame inductees

by Rob Taylor Jr. Courier Staff Writer

Pittsburgh's "Walk of Fame" is catching on around the region; a place to permanently enshrine individuals from this area who have left an indelible mark on the region and, one could argue, the country.

In its inaugural year, 2025, the 10 inductees included two African Americans—the iconic playwright August Wilson, and famed jazz guitarist/ singer George Benson.

The iconic Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder and humanitarian Roberto Clemente was also included in the inaugural class. Ben-

son attended the event and addressed the crowd.

Wilson died in 2005 at age 60; Clemente died in 1972 at age 38.

For this year, 2026, one of the inductees hits very close to home for the New Pittsburgh Courier, as the iconic photographer Charles "Teenie" Harris will be inducted. Along with Harris is another Harris, Franco Harris, the iconic Pittsburgh Steelers running back. Those are the two African American inductees out of the 10 who will be inducted into the 2026 class on Oct. 13, 2026, in the Strip District.

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Staying sober

by Billie Pollisotto Staying sober can lead to better physical health, stronger relationships, improved mental clarity, and greater financial stability.

While the path looks different for everyone, building healthy routines and finding the right support can make long-term sobriety both achievable and rewarding.

A father arrives at his daughter’s birthday party fully present for the first time in years, remembering every laugh, conversation, and candle blown out.

That single afternoon reminds him that sobriety is about getting life’s meaningful moments back. If you are ready to create a healthier, more fulfilling future, the right strategies and support can help you build a joyful life, one day at a time.

Benefits of Sobriety One of the greatest rewards of sobriety is the opportunity to build a life based on intention instead of impulse. As recovery progresses, many people find they have greater control over their choices, making it easier to pursue long-term goals with confidence and consistency.

Sobriety can also strengthen personal resilience. Difficult situations still happen, but learning to face challenges without relying on substances often builds problem-solving skills and emotional maturity. Over time, setbacks become opportunities to learn rather than reasons to give up.

Many people also discover a renewed sense of self. Interests that were neglected during active addiction often return, while new passions emerge through learning, travel, creativity, or community involvement. This process helps people develop an identity that is no longer centered on substance use.

Personal achievements tend to become more meaningful as well. Completing a fitness challenge, earning a promotion, returning to school, or simply keeping promises to yourself can create genuine pride. These accom-

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plishments reinforce the belief that lasting progress comes from steady effort rather than quick fixes.

Sobriety also encourages greater independence.

Making thoughtful decisions, managing responsibilities, and handling everyday challenges without relying on alcohol or drugs builds confidence over time.

Tips for Remaining Sober: Creating Healthy Habits Healthy habits give each day structure and make it easier to stay focused on recovery. Instead of trying to change everything at once, start with a few realistic goals that can be repeated consistently.

Small improvements often become lasting routines when practiced over time.

Building habits around your personal goals can also create a stronger sense of purpose. Setting aside time for exercise, preparing meals at home, reading, learning a new skill, or spending time with supportive friends helps fill your schedule with positive activities that support long-term success.

Consistency matters more than perfection.

Missing a workout or having a stressful day does not erase your progress.

Returning to your routine as soon as possible helps reinforce healthy behaviors and keeps temporary setbacks from becoming lasting obstacles.

Have a Support System Recovery is easier when you have people who encourage your progress and understand your goals. A strong support system can include: Family members Close friends Counselors Sponsors Support groups for sobriety Knowing someone is available to listen or offer advice can make it easier to stay committed to sobriety.

Support groups also create opportunities to learn from people with shared experiences. Hearing how others have handled setbacks, celebrated milestones, and maintained long-term recovery can provide valuable encouragement and practical ideas for your own journey.

Many people also choose to find high-quality AA tokens to recognize important sobriety milestones and celebrate the progress they have worked hard to achieve.

Building a support network takes time, but every positive connection strengthens your foundation for lasting recovery.

Staying in regular contact with supportive people, attending meetings consistently, and asking for help when needed can make challenges feel less overwhelming while reminding you that you do not have to navigate sobriety alone.

Trying New Activities Recovery creates an opportunity to explore interests that may have been overlooked in the past.

Trying new activities can replace old routines with experiences that bring enjoyment, confidence, and a sense of accomplishment.

It also helps reduce boredom, which is a common trigger for many people in recovery.

There is no single activity that works for everyone.

The goal is to find hobbies that match your interests and encourage regular participation. Many people discover new passions through activities such as: Hiking local trails Taking cooking classes Learning a musical instrument Joining a recreational sports league Painting or photography Gardening Volunteering in the community Taking online or in-person courses Exploring different hobbies also introduces you to people who share similar interests.

Frequently Asked Questions How Do You Handle Peer Pressure While Staying Sober?

Handling peer pressure starts with being confident in your decision to start living a sober lifestyle. Let friends know your boundaries ahead of time, and have a simple response ready if someone offers you alcohol or drugs. Many people find it helpful to suggest alternative activities or bring a nonalcoholic drink to social events, so they feel more comfortable.

If certain people repeatedly pressure you or dismiss your choices, it may be necessary to spend less time with them. Surrounding yourself with supportive friends who respect your commitment can make social situations easier and help you stay focused on your long-term recovery goals.

How Can Volunteering Support a Sober Lifestyle?

Volunteering can strengthen sobriety by providing purpose, structure, and meaningful social connections. Helping others encourages a sense of accomplishment and shifts attention away from cravings or negative thought patterns. It also creates opportunities to meet people who share positive values and healthy lifestyles.

Whether serving at a food bank, mentoring others, helping at community events, or supporting local charities, volunteering can build confidence while creating a rewarding routine.

Many people find that giving back reminds them of their progress in overcoming addiction challenges.

How Does Sobriety Affect Sleep Over Time?

Sleep often improves as sobriety continues, although the process can take time. During the first few days or weeks, some people experience insomnia, vivid dreams, or restless sleep as the body adjusts. As recovery progresses, sleep patterns typically become more consistent, allowing for deeper, more restorative rest.

The following can all support healthier sleep throughout recovery: Maintaining a regular bedtime Limiting caffeine late in the day Exercising regularly Creating a relaxing nighttime routine Limiting daytime naps Staying Sober: Now You Know A lot goes into staying sober. With the right habits and support, you’ll have an easier time.

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1870—Pioneering boxer George Dixon is born in Nova Scotia, Canada. Little is known today but Dixon had an absolutely amazing boxing career. He pioneered much of modern boxing including training techniques such as the suspended punching bag and shadow boxing. He was the first Black person to win a world boxing title. Dixon was known as “Little Chocolate” because he stood only 5’3” tall and weighed around 90 pounds.

Despite his diminutive size he won 78 fights—30 by knock out. He was known for his lightning fast speed. Dixon died in New York in 1909. He is buried in Boston, Mass.

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1863—President Abraham Lincoln issues his famous “eye-for-an-eye” order.

The order was basically a threat aimed at stopping the Confederate practice of killing captured Black soldiers instead of imprisoning them. Lincoln threatened to kill one captured rebel soldier for every Black soldier killed by the Confederates.

In addition, he pledged to condemn one captured rebel soldier to life in prison at hard labor for every captured Black soldier sold into slavery by the rebelling Southerners. The order did not stop the Confederate practice of killing captured Black soldiers, but it did have a restraining effect.

1945—Activist minister Adam Clayton Powell Jr. is elected to Congress from Harlem, N.Y., becoming one of only two Blacks in Congress. The other was William Dawson of Chicago. Powell, however, would become the first truly powerful Black political figure on Capitol Hill. By 1961, he headed the influential Education and Labor Committee in the House of Representatives. Powell would steer more than 50 pieces of legislation through Congress. He also passed legislation making lynching a federal crime and bills to desegregate public schools and the military. In addition, he almost single handedly stopped Southern Congressmen from using the word “Nigger” during sessions of Congress. Despite his political influence, Powell constantly maintained that “Mass action is the most powerful force on earth.” He died on April 4, 1972.

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1874—Father Patrick Francis Healy becomes the first Black president of a major White university when he is inaugurated on this day as president of Georgetown University. Healy was also the first African American to earn a PhD. However, racial prejudice forced him to earn his degree in Europe not the United States. Healy was born in Macon, Ga., in 1834 to a Black slave woman and a White plantation owner who decided to acknowledge his five bi-racial children.

They were all sent north to be educated. Although some felt he could have passed for White, Healy openly acknowledged his African ancestry. Healy died in 1910.

1960—Nation of Islam founder Elijah Muhammad calls for an all-Black state in America during a speech in New York City. Muhammad was a fearless critic of American discrimination against and the mistreatment of Blacks and he also advocated independent, Black owned businesses, institutions and religion.

1961—One of Hollywood’s most talented and versatile performers and the recipient of a truckload of NAACP Image awards, Laurence John Fishburne III is born on this day in Augusta, Ga. He began his acting career in his first play, “In My Many Names and Days,” at the age of 10.

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1619—This is possibly the day that the history of Blacks in America begins.

However, no one knows for sure the exact day that the ship arrived in Jamestown, Va., carrying at least 20 Africans who were sold as indentured servants.

There is some authority that the ship arrived in late August. All that appears certain is that the month was August and the year was 1619—the beginning of Black history in America.

1834—Slavery is officially abolished in all British territories. It would take another 31 years and a Civil War before it was abolished in America.

1920—The national convention of Marcus Garvey’s Universal Negro Improvement Association begins at Liberty Hall in Harlem, N.Y. The next night Garvey addresses more than 25,000 Blacks at Madison Square Garden. This period represented the height of the Garvey movement and the Black nationalism (non-integration with Whites) tendency within Black America. Garvey built the largest Black mass movement in history advocating Black pride, independent Black businesses and institutions as well

as a strong and united Africa. He also brought motivation and showmanship unlike that of any other Black organization before or since.

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1924—A man who would grow up to become one of the most prolific and complex Black writers of the 20th Century is born on this day in New York City.

James A. Baldwin was a novelist, short story writer and poet. His works frequently had racial and sexual themes.

In addition, he penned powerful essays on the Civil Rights Movement. Baldwin’s homosexuality is believed by many to have been a result of being raised by a “hard and often brutal father” and a submissive mother. Among his best known works are “Go Tell It on the Mountain,” “Giovanni’s Room,” and “The Fire Next Time.” In that last book, he predicted major upheavals in America if profound efforts were not taken to resolve the nation’s racial problems. He wrote, “If we do not now dare everything, the fulfillment of that prophecy, recreated from the Bible in song by a slave, is upon us.

God gave Noah the Rainbow sign, no more water, the fire next time.” Baldwin died in France on Nov. 30, 1987.

1966—The Charles R. Drew Post Graduate Medical School (now Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science) is chartered in Los Angeles, Calif.

The school was named in honor of the foremost Black doctor and research scientist of the first half of the 20th Century.

Drew did pioneering work in blood transfusions and in the development of blood plasma. Drew’s life was cut short on April 1, 1950 as a result of an automobile accident in North Carolina.

1980—Thomas “Hit Man” Hearns wins the WBA welterweight title. It was one of the titles he won in five different weight classes. Hearns was the first Black boxer to achieve that feat.

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1928—The Atlanta Daily World begins publication as the first Black daily newspaper in modern times. It was founded

by William A. Scott III. Amazingly, the first Black daily newspaper in history—the New Orleans Tribune—was founded one year before the end of slavery in 1864.

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1901—Legendary Jazz trumpeter Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong is born in New Orleans, La. Abandoned by his desperately poor parents, he was for a while a ward of the state. But by 1922, he followed the migration of Blacks to the North and ended up in Chicago where his Jazz skills really began to develop.

Armstrong was frequently criticized for trying too hard to please his White audiences. Song stylist Billie Holliday once said of him, “Sure Satchmo toms but he toms from the heart.” Nevertheless, he would later become a major financial backer of Dr. Martin Luther King and the Civil Rights Movement. In addition in 1957, he backed out of a State Department sponsored tour of the then Soviet Union declaring, “The way they are treating my people in the South, the government can go to hell!” Armstrong would die on July 6, 1971.

1931—Pioneering physician Dr. Daniel Hale Williams dies. The Pennsylvania born Williams was a principle founder of Chicago’s Provident Hospital and helped train many of the nation’s early Black doctors and nurses. But he is probably best known for performing America’s first successful open heart surgery.

His patient—a young Black man named James Cornish—would live for another 20 years after the surgery.

1964—The bodies of three civil rights workers are found on a farm near Philadelphia, Miss. The three (one Black and two Whites) were participating in “Freedom Summer”—when thousands of people journeyed south to participate in the Civil Rights Movement and help Blacks register to vote. James Chaney, Andrew Goodman and Michael Schwerner were kidnapped on June 21 and killed the same night. Eighteen White men, including several law enforcement officers were indicted for the killings but only seven were convicted. One of the ringleaders, a local minister named Edgar Allen Killen, would not be found guilty until June 21, 2005 after the case had been re-opened. Ironically, Killen was found guilty of manslaughter 41 years to the day that the three civil rights workers were killed. The murders of Chaney, Goodman and Schwerner helped galvanize support for the Civil Rights Movement by turning much of the nation against the terrorist-type tactics being employed by those opposed to it. Ironically, Philadelphia, Miss., elected its first Black mayor in May 2009.

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The ceremony will take place at 10:30 a.m. at the Strip District Terminal on Smallman Street. The public is invited to attend the free event.

Each inductee will have a "star" permanently placed onto the sidewalk of the Strip District Terminal, similar to the Hollywood Walk of Fame in California.

“Everyone involved in creating this visitor attraction is delighted with the choice of these 10 honorees,” said Nancy Polinsky Johnson, founder and executive director of the nonprofit Pittsburgh Walk of Fame, in a statement obtained by the Courier.

“This dynamic group really represents the diversity of the talented people who have come out of southwestern Pennsylvania and made a noteworthy mark on American culture. And that’s what this Walk is designed to celebrate.”

The other 2026 inductees include: Iconic Pittsburgh Penguins player Mario Lemieux; Broadcaster Myron Cope; Dancer/choreographer Martha Graham; Entrepreneur H.J. Heinz; Actress/singer Shirley Jones; Composer/ conductor/pianist Henry Mancini; Actor Jimmy Stewart; and inventor/ engineer George Westinghouse.

Franco Harris, the fourtime Super Bowl winner with the Steelers in the 1970s, is probably best known across the world for his "Immaculate Reception" ricochet catch on Dec. 23, 1972, in a playoff game against the Oak-

ROBERTO CLEMENTE IS POSTHUMOUSLY INDUCTED ONTO THE PITTSBURGH WALK OF FAME IN 2025. THIS YEAR’S CEREMONY TAKES PLACE IN OCTOBER.

side terminal at the Pittsburgh International Airport, a big hit with locals and visitors alike.

Franco Harris died on Dec. 20, 2022, at age 72.

As for Teenie Harris, the accolades for the famed Pittsburgh Courier (and later New Pittsburgh Courier) photographer continue to accumulate.

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where he raised his family in Homewood at 7604 Mulford Street, was preserved and a state historical marker was placed in front of the home nearly two years ago.

No one chronicled the people of Black Pittsburgh — its societies, clubs, marches, political figures, rallies, historic venues, etc., like Teenie

THE LATE FRANCO HARRIS, WITH STEELERS OWNER ART ROONEY II.

land Raiders, sending the Steelers to their first playoff victory in franchise history.

The image of Franco Harris grabbing the football just before it hit the Three Rivers Stadium turf is memorialized with a statue at the new land-

munity center named in his honor in the Hill District, at 2179 Webster Ave. More than 80,000 of his images over a 50-year period from the 1930s through the 1980s are preserved at the Carnegie Museum of Art. And the home of Teenie Harris,

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Harris. Even after his death in 1998 at age 89, Teenie Harris continues to be celebrated for his ability to get the perfect shot, and all he needed was one shot, hence the nickname, "One Shot."

Thaddeus Mosley, the historic sculptor who

passed away on March 6, 2026, at age 99, spoke during the ceremony for the state historical marker in front of Teenie Harris' home in Homewood back in 2024. Mosley discussed how, when he joined the Courier in the 1950s as a sportswriter, it was Teenie Harris who showed him the ins and outs of the Courier and

Black Pittsburgh. But he also noted that the many books that have been published over the years that talk about Pittsburgh’s Black history, or Pittsburgh’s history in general, are spread worldwide— and some of the photos used in those books are Teenie Harris’ photos.

Thus, Teenie Harris is an international figure.

“Images of people like Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Lena Horne and John F. Kennedy and so forth,” Mosley said at the 2024 event. “These pictures would have never been taken if it weren’t for Teenie.”

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Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh launches ‘Empowered AI’ to equip youth for the future of Artificial Intelligence PITTSBURGH—The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh (ULGP) proudly launched the 2026 Empowered AI, an innovative workforce development initiative designed to prepare the next generation of technology leaders through immersive artificial intelligence training, industry-recognized certification, and national leadership opportunities.

Made possible through the generous support of the PPG Foundation, hosted at Carlow University, and facilitated by Code Differently, Empowered AI provided high school-aged stu-

dents with a three-week intensive learning experience focused on artificial intelligence, machine learning, prompt engineering, responsible AI, and emerging technologies.

Participants received hands-on instruction from technology professionals, collaborated on real-world projects, and earned an AI certification that strengthens their college and career readiness. Upon completing the program, students will travel to Nashville, Tennessee, to participate in the National Urban League Youth Summit, where they will engage with

youth leaders from across the nation, attend leadership and career development sessions, and explore opportunities in STEM, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

"Artificial intelligence is transforming every sector of our economy, and it is imperative that our young people are prepared not only to participate in this new era but to lead it," said Jennifer Thompkins, President and CEO of the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh. "Empowered AI is more than a technology program—it is an investment in the future of our youth. By combin-

ing technical education, leadership development, and national exposure, we are ensuring that students from our community have access to opportunities that will position them for longterm success in the innovation economy."

The initiative reflects the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh's commitment to advancing economic mobility by connecting young people with the knowledge, skills, and networks necessary to thrive in highgrowth industries.

"For 75 years, the PPG Foundation has made community investments that reflect the changing needs of our communi-

ties. Preparing students for the future starts with expanding access to emerging technologies today,” said Malesia Dunn, executive director, PPG Foundation and corporate global social responsibility. “With the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh's Empowered AI program, we’re proud to join forces to support the next generation of leaders and the skills they'll need to succeed in a rapidly evolving workforce."

Hosted on the campus of Carlow University, the program provided students with access to a collegiate learning environment while exposing them to future edu-

cational pathways and career possibilities.

“At Carlow, we are devoted to our students’ future, and that future is inseparable from artificial intelligence.” said Sara Oliver VP for Mission Integration at Carlow University. Hosting Empowered AI reflects our commitment to equipping the next generation with both the technical skills and the ethical grounding to lead in this new and evolving world of technology.”

The curriculum was delivered by Code Differently, a nationally recognized technology education organization dedicated to increasing access to careers in software development and emerging technologies.

"At Code Differently, we believe talent is everywhere, and opportunity should be too," said Stephanie Eldridge Chief Executive Officer of Code Differently.

"Through Empowered AI, students gained more than technical knowledge—they delivered the confidence, problem-solving skills, and innovative mindset necessary to succeed in one of the fastest-growing sectors of our economy. We are excited to partner with the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh to help shape the next generation of AI leaders."

Empowered AI exemplified what is possible when philanthropy, higher education, community organizations, and industry leaders unite around a shared vision of expanding opportunity. By removing barriers to cutting-edge technology education and creating pathways to leadership, the program empowers young people to become innovators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers in an increasingly digital world.

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DR. ANDRE SAMUEL, FOUNDER AND CEO OF THE CITIZEN SCIENCE LAB, CUTS THE RIBBON ON THE NEW MLK CENTER FOR SCIENTIFIC EXCELLENCE, JUNE 19, 2026, IN THE HILL DISTRICT. DR. SAMUEL SAID IT’S A WAY TO CREATE NEW PATHWAYS FOR YOUNG SCIENTISTS, FUTURE ENGINEERS, ETC., RIGHT IN THE HILL DISTRICT. (PHOTOS BY J.L. MARTELLO)

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THE BUILDING, AND A LAB INSIDE THE BUILDING.

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KEITH DAVIS, REGINA HARRIS, JANELLE BERKLEY AND SHERRY DAVIS, AT THE INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY DAY FESTIVAL IN NORTH BRADDOCK, JULY 25, 2026.

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5-YEAR-OLD JIMIL WITH HIS MOM, JIMILA ROBINSON, AND JANELLE BERKLEY (FAR LEFT).

CELEBRATING SHIRLEY WOMACK’S

SHAWN KEMP AND ANNI MAI, FRESH OFF THEIR ONSTAGE PERFORMANCE...

Shirley Womack was born on July 28, 1926 in Java, Virginia, located in Pittsylvania County, where her dad was the first black man, in Pittsylvania County, to own and operate a store and gas station.

As she approaches her 100th birthday, her life stands as a testament to strength, perseverance, faith, and devotion to family.

In 1960, Shirley and her husband, John Womack, with their seven children, moved to Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, where they made their home in the community of North Homewood. In 1962, they welcomed another child.

John suddenly passed away when their youngest child was just one year old and their oldest was fourteen. Faced with the enormous responsibility of raising eight children alone, Shirley made the courageous decision not to remarry. She remained dedicated to her family, choosing to focus her life and energy on raising her children because, as she often said, she did not want another man chastising her children.

Today, Shirley is the proud mother of six living children, and continues to be the heart of a loving family that spans generations (25 grandchildren, 52, great grand children, and 11 great great grand children). She currently resides in the North Homewood neighborhood (by way of East Hills and Penn Hills) of Pittsburgh with her seventh child, Maxine Womack.

As family and friends gather to honor this extraordinary woman, they celebrate a century of love, sacrifice, resilience, and unwavering commitment to family.

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Barriers to Alzheimer’s treatment Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia can affect any family, but access to diagnosis, treatment and support is not equal across communities. For many African Americans, the path to care is complicated by limited access to health services, transportation, healthy food, reliable information, and trusted organizations.

Those barriers, according to Jennifer Thompkins, president of the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh, can leave people living with symptoms of dementia without the evaluation or assistance they need.

“Because of a lack of access to health care or resources, people are either underdiagnosed or misdiagnosed or not diagnosed at all,” Ms. Thompkins said. She noted that chronic conditions such as diabetes, obesity and high blood pressure also disproportionately affect underserved communities, while food deserts and the lack of living-wage employment can make it more difficult for residents to protect their overall health.

Those challenges do not exist in isolation. A person may know that something is wrong but lack transportation to a medical appointment, be unable to take time away from work, or not know where an evaluation is available. Others may dismiss memory changes as ordinary aging or avoid seeking help because they are frightened by what a diagnosis could mean.

“You don’t know what you don’t know,” she said. “If you’ve never been diagnosed, if you’ve never been given a scan, if you’ve never had access to those things, you don’t know.”

Health equity also includes the conditions in which people age. Ms. Thompkins pointed to the displacement and decline of historically Black neighborhoods, where blocks that once supported active communities may now have only a few occupied homes. Older residents who remain can become increasingly isolated, especially when transportation routes, benefits, or nearby services disappear.

Even a change such as the loss of a neighborhood bus route can lead someone to remain at home more often, she said. That isolation can make it harder to obtain care and deprive older adults of regular social contact.

The Urban League has several programs that help address some of the conditions surrounding healthy aging.

Its senior jobs program employs approximately 92 low-income adults age 55 and older. In addition to providing income, the program gives participants a reason to leave their homes, interact with others, and receive health information through enrichment activities.

The organization’s Family Support Centers also include senior programming, while the Urban League Guild provides health, wellness, advocacy and so-

JENNIFER THOMPKINS cial activities for members ranging in age from their 40s to their 80s.

For Ms. Thompkins, the Urban League’s most important role may be serving as a bridge between health systems and the community. “We may not have the scans here, but we’re the trusted messenger,” she said.

That trust can help medical providers offer screenings, education, and referrals directly to people rather than expecting residents to find unfamiliar services on their own. Ms. Thompkins said health organizations should be strategic about appearing at established community events, where residents already feel comfortable.

“UPMC has done a wonderful job partnering with us for our annual Thanksgiving distribution and sharing health information during an event that impacts about 10,000 families,” she said. “Being present at those kinds of events to talk to people and conduct preliminary screenings is key.”

Outreach concerning dementia should not focus only on older adults.

Younger family members may be the first to notice that a parent or grandparent is becoming forgetful, confused, or unusually irritable.

Without education, they may not recognize those changes as possible warning signs or understand how to advocate for an evaluation.

Improving dementia care in the African American community will therefore require more than expanding clinical services. It will require bringing those services into trusted spaces, strengthening transportation and community connections, educating caregivers, and ensuring that families learn about help before a crisis occurs.

The goal is to give people not only information about dementia, but also the opportunity to act on it. That is where health care providers and community organizations can work together to turn awareness into earlier diagnosis, stronger caregiver support, and more equitable care.

“We have the people, we have the trusted message, and we have the trust of the community,” Ms. Thompkins said. “Now we need the information from such great partners so we can get it over to the people whom we serve.”

Dementia360 A dementia diagnosis can change everything— not only for the person receiving it, but also for the loved ones trying to understand what comes next.

The diagnosis may answer some questions, but it often creates many more.

How quickly will the disease progress? What kind of care will be needed?

How do you keep a loved one safe, comfortable, and connected to the life they know?

Every person living with dementia is affected in different ways, which means their loved ones often need support and solutions tailored to their own situation. That kind of support is what Dementia360 offers to caregivers.

Dementia360 is a personalized program offered by Presbyterian SeniorCare Network that provides virtual coaching and ongoing support at all stages of the dementia journey. While many programs concentrate on the patient, Dementia360 is focused on helping those providing care, so they don’t have to face this challenge alone.

Each family is paired with a care coordinator who acts as their guide, building a relationship with them, learning what is going well and what their concerns are, and identifying issues that might keep the family up at night.

“Dementia isn’t a condition where you can go to a health care provider and receive a simple one-

page handout,” said Amy Kowinsky, Dementia360’s executive director. “Families often feel unprepared, alone, stressed, and scared because they don’t know what to do. Their care coordinator helps the family put strategies, interventions, and resources in place to stabilize the present, think through what the future might look like, and be there when the future arrives.”

It’s understandable that families would struggle to cope with a disease that affects a patient’s emotional state, social skills, and relationships. “Many of the struggles families face are non-medical,” Ms. Kowinsky said. “How do I convince my mom to shower? How do we transition someone away from driving? Can we still travel together as a family? Caregivers must learn new skills as the person’s function decreases and they need to lean more heavily on others.”

As the disease progresses, caregiving can become as hard—or harder—on the caregiver as it is on the person with the diagnosis.

As Ms. Kowinsky said, “The goal is to give families the confidence to say, ‘I know the approaches that work. I know what no longer works. I have a village of support that enables me to keep doing this.’’’

The program is staffed by a multidisciplinary team of six, all with health care backgrounds. Many have

years of experience with Presbyterian SeniorCare, and all have personal family experience with dementia. Stacy Stull, a Clinical Research Coordinator at the University of Pittsburgh, said that collective knowledge is powerful. “I recall sitting in on a family session and thinking how much it would’ve helped when my own mother and grandmother were facing dementia. It is life changing.”

Dementia360 recognizes that support does not reach everyone equally.

The program primarily operates as a private-pay program, and Kowinsky said that can put families in the painful position of choosing between caregiver support and other basic needs. “That frames caregiver support as a luxury, when we believe it is mission-critical,” she said.

That belief in the importance of caregiver support is behind Dementia360’s efforts to connect more directly with African American families. With grant funding from The Pittsburgh Foundation, the organization has worked for four years to bring dementia education and support into largely African American communities.

“We take the program into communities through churches, libraries and senior centers,” Ms. Kowinsky said. “We have a team of African American caregiver companions who have helped adapt work-

shop materials so they are more relevant, accessible, and useful for Black families.”

They also provide daylong workshops that share the best parts of the Dementia360 program at no cost to those who attend.

“We provide education and tools, and our caregiver companions make supportive calls to clarify information and discuss available resources,” she said. “They also remind people that others in their community are going through the same thing, and they are not alone.”

And that is a very powerful message that all caregivers need to remember.

“Caregivers are proud, and our culture values independence. People think, ‘I’ve done this myself. I shouldn’t have to ask for help.’ But in dementia, doing it all alone makes things much harder.”

For loved ones looking after someone with dementia, stress and worry are inevitable. That’s why a resource like Dementia360 is so valuable—and why it should be far more available. “My hope is that someday, when a patient receives a dementia diagnosis, the physician writes a prescription for caregiver support,” Ms. Kowinsky said. “Because if the caregiver fails, everybody fails.

That’s why caring for the caregiver is so critical.”

Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia do far more than affect memory. As these conditions progress, they can change a person’s ability to communicate, make decisions, and manage everyday activities. They also place an enormous emotional, physical and financial burden on families and caregivers.

Although dementia touches people in every community, its effects are especially serious for African Americans. The Alzheimer’s Association states that African Americans are twice as likely as White Americans to develop the disease.

That increased risk is compounded by obstacles that can delay diagnosis and support. African American families may mistake early memory changes for normal aging, struggle to find accessible resources, or hesitate to seek help because of stigma and mistrust of health care systems and medical research.

When those barriers prevent people from receiving an early evaluation, families can lose valuable time to plan, explore treatment options, and connect with services.

The University of Pittsburgh’s Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) is working to change that.

Led by Dr. Oscar Lopez, the ADRC is a nationally recognized center dedicated to advancing research, improving early detection, developing effective treatments, providing education and raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.

One of the ADRC’s key strengths is its commitment to community engagement, ensuring that research opportunities are accessible and inclusive for individuals and families from diverse backgrounds.

Through cutting-edge research and clinical studies, it works to identify risk factors, improve diagnosis, and accelerate discoveries that may prevent or slow the progression of dementia.

As the ADRC’s Director of Community Engagement, Melita Terry connects Af-

rican American families, caregivers, and community organizations with education, support and opportunities to participate in research. Her work is part of the ADRC’s broader mission to improve early detection, advance treatments, and ensure that dementia research includes the communities most deeply affected by the disease.

“My role is to provide strategic leadership in community engagement for underserved and at-risk populations,” Ms. Terry said. “We have been very successful in tapping into our community to educate people about Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias, providing access to programming and resources for caregivers, their loved ones, and the community as a whole.”

Connecting with people means more than just getting information out. “It is a relationship. Anyone working in community engagement must understand that it is not just about the initial interaction. It is an ongoing process. Even when someone is from the community, the work doesn’t end there, because there’s still trust that needs to be built.”

Establishing that trust as early as possible is vital to providing the best possible care and support when it matters most. “Early diagnosis allows families to plan, access support services, explore treatment options, and better understand what to expect,” Ms. Terry said. “Those early conversations and evaluations can make a significant difference.”

Although the ADRC is a research center, education and community outreach are central to its work. Ms. Terry’s days are never the same and may include workshops, presentations, conversations with caregivers, meetings with community partners, and discussions with people considering research participation. Without a diverse population in studies, researchers may not fully understand how Alzheimer’s

affects different groups or whether new diagnostic tools and treatments will work equally well for everyone.

The research the ADRC conducts is more broadly available than people might expect. “We’re a hidden gem located in Oakland at Montefiore Hospital, where we offer a full, comprehensive diagnostic evaluation,” Ms. Terry said. “People who have no memory concerns, as well as those who feel they may be experiencing slight changes, can take part in our longitudinal research study. It is an observational study that can take place annually.

The research visit is about four and a half hours. Participants talk with different clinicians and may receive an MRI. They need a study partner—someone who knows them very well and can answer questions about their health, mood, and memory. Clinicians also conduct neuropsychological testing and use a multidisciplinary approach to determine whether there is a diagnosis.

“The value of being able to come in and have a brain checkup annually is phenomenal, just as we would receive a checkup for any other health issue in our bodies,” Ms. Terry said. “It is a great way for individuals to get information and support while also contributing to science.”

The ADRC’s outreach extends far outside the typical clinical environment.

Ms. Terry created Soul Brain Sessions, a program combining brain-health education with line dancing.

Exercise supports healthy aging, while dancing encourages movement, coordination, memory, and social connection. The sessions turn education into an active, welcoming community experience.

The center also collaborates with Alter Dementia, a national initiative that helps faith communities become more dementia-aware and supportive of caregivers and people living with the disease. The ADRC serves as the Pennsylvania

site coordinator.

“Churches have always been trusted centers of support in African American communities, so they are uniquely positioned to help families affected by dementia,” Ms. Terry said.

Ms. Terry’s commitment is rooted in a personal sense of purpose and her own deep faith. After working at a telecommunications company for 18 years she decided to step away and enjoy some time off while considering the next step in her career. One morning around 5 a.m. a voice said, “Check your email.” When she did, she found a message from Dr. Renã Robinson, who saw an opening related to Alzheimer’s disease and immediately thought of her.

“I fit the bill for the job,” Ms. Terry said. “The only thing I had to learn about was Alzheimer’s disease.”

She met with Dr. Jennifer Lingler, who hired her.

And for Ms. Terry, it was for something far more important that just a job.

“I understand that this is my calling, to do this work, to heighten awareness and educate our community about Alzheimer’s disease,” she said. “I am here to deliver the message and help bridge the gap between academia and the community.

I am honored. I am humbly grateful, and I do not take this assignment lightly. I love what I do.”

Her long-term hope is that Alzheimer’s disease will become a subject discussed without shame or fear in African American communities. She wants families to recognize symptoms earlier, know where to find help, and understand that their participation can shape the future of dementia care.

“My goal is to one day have Alzheimer’s disease normalized in the African American community,” Ms. Terry said, “so that it becomes part of a normal conversation and resources are accessible.

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NEW PITTSBURGH COURIER

Pittsburgh adults are tackling the 'Teen Takeovers' issue head-on TEEN TAKEOVERS FROM A1

complicates matters is that many teens say they are not at the gatherings to cause violence, but they can't control the small number of teens who do decide to cause problems.

The teens merely say they want to just hang out, according to a few teens who were in the audience.

But as previously mentioned, sometimes police find guns in teens' possession. On Juneteenth, Friday, June 19, 2026, hundreds of teens had to be dispersed from Market Square, and Pittsburgh Police told the Courier that three guns were recovered. It wasn't clear if the guns recovered were from minors or adults still in their teens (18, 19).

In two other incidents this summer, teens were involved in deadly shootings in Downtown. On June 13, a 17-year-old was shot and killed, police allege, by a 15-year-old.

That shooting occurred near Katz Plaza, Downtown. And on May 12, a 19-year-old was shot and killed near Market Square, police allege, by a 16-year-old. Those two incidences were not considered "teen takeovers," but it's still unfortunate violence amongst teens that everyone agrees must stop.

"I can tell you this, as far as with a firearm, it's a zero tolerance," said Pittsburgh Police Zone 5 Lt. Lee Myers, in response to a concerned citizen's question about police officers' intent when they deal with teens, at the July 22 meeting. But Lt. Myers did say that if a teen is arrested, say, for stealing hygiene products, the officers are instructed to dive deeper into the reason why the teen is stealing those products.

"Us as officers, we have

to be not only somebody who has to hold them accountable, but now, we have to break through all the barriers...can we get this kid to open up and say, 'hey, my home life might not be' good; 'this is why I'm doing this.'"

"I want you to hear it from me; the last thing we want to do is have to arrest kids," voiced Pittsburgh Police Chief Jason Lando at the meeting. "We want to help find positive things for kids to do in the community, help give them resources. The last thing I ever want to see is a 14, 15, 16-year-old kid, when they grow up and mature, they can't get a job or they can't get into a school because of a criminal record for something they did when they were younger."

Chief Lando added: "The last thing we want to do is lock kids up. So we need to work together as a community to find other resources so that when these kids get together, it's positivity, there's no violence. I would love for our officers to be a part of some of these positive gatherings and not have to worry about chasing kids around and potentially have to arrest them."

Ask people like meeting organizer Rashad Byrdsong, and the fact that nearly 200 people came out to discuss how to curb the teen takeover issue is a good start. While there were not a lot of teens in attendance, to the disappointment of some of the adults, adults like Ingrid Eubanks stood up and said that adults need to be on the front lines at the takeovers to show the kids support in doing the right thing.

"Just like when ICE (Immigrations and Customs Enforcement) was coming around (Pittsburgh area), and we were

showing a force field...we have to gather on a united front and be a force field of protection (at the teen takeovers) because when they (the teens) see us... we have to wind it down.

(At the same time), we have to show obedience, perseverance and...not be ignorant and fall to what they're demonstrating by the takeovers," she said.

So far, the only adults who have been seen confronting teens at the takeovers have been part of an anti-violence organization, such as REACH or MAD DADS. There hasn't been a united front of say, 100 adults, at the takeover location to help stop it or show the teens that they are supported in doing positive things.

"In their generation, 'takeover' just means, 'a bunch of us are going to a place to go hang out,' and unfortunately, they're not able to control everybody who sees something and is able to come," said Douglas Connor, part of Cure Violence East, at the meeting. "...I have a 19-year-old, and a 15-year-old...it's just unfortunate that when these things happen, sometimes there's probably going to be a few kids that do want to do something out of the ordinary."

Connor, at the meeting, said it's important for adults to listen to the kids, and vice versa, so that both groups can truly understand each other and the concerns teens may be having.

During the meeting, it was revealed by Councilman Khari Mosley that ownership at the Homewood bar called "The O1" (7101 Frankstown Avenue) is looking to open a pool hall in Larimer to teach youth the art of pool, in an effort to keep them off the streets and have positive things to do. Food

would also be available for the teens. The actual location was not confirmed as of July 28 by the Courier.

There are also efforts to have some Westinghouse Academy students head to the nearby University of Pittsburgh Homewood Community Engagement Center for after-school programming; another effort to give teens positive things to do as the school year approaches. It's not confirmed as to the exact date the initiative will occur at the Pitt Homewood CEC. Also, Chief Lando said he is starting an advisory board that will include local teens, "so when we come together and have these conversations, we're doing it with the youth voice."

Not everyone was impressed by what they heard—or didn't hear— at the meeting. India Hamm, who brought her 15-yearold daughter, Aniya, to the meeting, said there wasn't enough discussion at the meeting about "accountability"... as in holding parents accountable for what their teens are doing.

"You need to start being held accountable—children, parents, adults, everyone. I think if that started happening, then people would realize, 'it's not a joke.' I make sure my kids are in the house safe.

We have rules, we have a routine, I don't play."

Hamm challenged other parents. "My question is, what is your kid doing out a 12 a.m.? What is your kid doing out at 1 a.m.?"

Hamm said her daughter knows to be in the house by 8:30 p.m., "and she better not come in at 8:31."

Reverend A. Marie Walker’s

Weekly Inspiration “For I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ: for it is the Power of God unto Salvation to EVERYONE that believes; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek (Gentile).

For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, The just shall live by faith.”

- Romans 1:16-17 REV. WALKER SAYS: Let’s share the Gospel=(Good News of Jesus) that by HIS (JESUS’) Death, Burial and Resurrection we have Salvation. Our Sin debt paid in FULL, by Jesus’ Sacrifice. IT is FINISHED. St. John 14:6 — Jesus said unto him, I AM THE WAY, THE TRUTH AND THE LIFE, NO MAN COMETH UNTO THE FATHER, BUT BY ME. THAT’S IT, PERIOD.

COURIER CHURCH DIRECTORY ST. BENEDICT THE MOOR CATHOLIC CHURCH

BAPTIST TEMPLE CHURCH

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday Worship: 8 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m Wednesday Prayer Service: 7 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study: 7:30 p.m.

7241 Race Street Pittsburgh, Pa., 15208

2629 Wylie Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa., 15219 412-682-3352

Pastor—Rev. Dr. Rodney Adam Lyde

www.baptisttemple.church

Calvarybaptistchurch2629.com

Sunday School/Breakfast: 9 a.m.

EBENEZER MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 11 a.m.

Bountiful Blessings: 1st, 3rd Tuesday, 5-7 p.m.

2001 Wylie Avenue Pittsburgh, Pa., 15219

NEW EVANGELISTIC MINISTRIES 412-281-3141 91 Crawford Street Sunday Mass Pgh., PA 15219 11 AM Rev. C. Matthew HawkinsAdministrator

312 Viola St. Duquesne, Pa., 15110

www.sbtmparishpgh.com

EAST LIBERTY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sunday Services: 8:45 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Summer Worship Sundays: 10 a.m.

116 South Highland Ave. Pittsburgh, Pa., 15206 412-441-3800

www.elpc.church

Rev. Dr. Michael Diaz

2535 Universal Road Penn Hills, Pa., 15235

Pastor— Robin Horton

MT. CARMEL BAPTIST CHURCH

www.mtcarmelbaptistnv.org

Pastor—Rev. Dr. Barbara A. Gunn

SIXTH MOUNT ZION BAPTIST CHURCH

“The Love Church”

WHITE LILY BAPTIST CHURCH “Word Fed, Spirit Led” Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 11:15 a.m.

3621 Chartiers Ave. Pittsburgh, Pa., 15204 412-771-2533 Pastor—Rev. Antawn D. Coleman Sr.

www.secnbapt.com

Senior Pastor—Rev. Laphon Flood-Francis

Sunday Worship Service: 11 a.m.

319 N. 2nd St. Apollo, Pa., 15613 724-596-4032

6556 Shetland Ave. Pittsburgh, Pa., 15206 412-441-7839

www.smzbcpgh.org

108 W. 12th Ave. Homestead, Pa., 15120 412-461-8235

NEW LIFE BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday Worship Service: 10:15 a.m.

Servant Pastor A. Marie Walker

Pastor—

Nathaniel Pennybaker

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 11 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 11 a.m.

Pastor—Rev. James D. Burwell

18 Harriet St., Rankin, Pa., 15105

Email: triedstonebaptist@comcast.net

THE SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH OF HOMESTEAD

Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m.

90 Port Perry Rd. North Versailles, Pa., 15148 412-823-2841

Sr. Pastor—Rev. Dr. Vincent K. Campbell

TRIEDSTONE BAPTIST CHURCH Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m.

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 11 a.m.

Tuesday eve. prayer line 313-209-8800, passcode 05277

ST. JOHN BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 11 a.m.

209 Bridge St. Wilmerding, Pa., 15148 412-829-8925

www.ebenezerbaptistpgh.org

ROCK HOUSE OF PRAISE WITHOUT WALLS MINISTRIES Sunday Worship Service: 11:30 a.m Thur. Bible Study: 7 p.m.

CLARK MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 11 a.m.

1301 Glenn St. Homestead, Pa., 15120 412-462-1011 www.clark1889.org

Pastor—Rev. Dorothy Stubbs

Pastor— Rev. Marie Kelly

Pastor— Rev. John Welch

www.achurchforallpeople.org

Pastor—Rev. June Jeffries

CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH

MT. OLIVE BAPTIST CHURCH

“A Church with a vision, A people with a prayer, worshipping God with a praise”

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 10 a.m.

2200 Wylie Ave. Pittsburgh, Pa., 15219 Pastor—Rev. 412-566-1437 Courtney D. Meadows

Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m.

1201 Hiland Ave. Coraopolis, Pa., 15108 412-264-3125

Pastor—Rev. Brian Carswell Flanagan Sr.

SPORTS

NEW PITTSBURGH COURIER

JULY 29-AUGUST 4, 2026

A9

The Pirates...in the playoff hunt???

As the Pirates enter the unofficial second half of the 2026 season, the playoffs are a real possibility. They are in a dogfight for an NL Wild Card spot, with a 55-52 record as of July 27 when they defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks in extra innings, 3-2, thanks to the walk-off hit by Brandon Lowe, pictured at right. (Photos by Marlon Martin)

Training camp has begun for your Pittsburgh Steelers! :10—OK, OK, I might be a little too excited a little too soon. But as of right now, your Pittsburgh Steelers are undefeated and will be so until at least Thursday, August 13, when they open up the 2026 season with a preseason game against the Green Bay Packers. And in case you’re still in THE WITNESS PROTECTION PROGRAM, THE BLACK AND GOLD reported to St. Vincent College in Latrobe this past on July 28 to start what will probably be one of the hottest training camps in recent memory, given the heat strokes we’ve been through the past month. :09—BTW, call it coincidental, ironic or great penmanship by the NFL... but at the very least interesting, that new Steelers Head Coach Mike McCarthy opens up against his former team, the Packers? (I know, it’s not much of a conspiracy theory, but it’s slim pickins for sports talk right now!) (Wait a minute, Neal, aren’t you writing sports as you speak??? Yeah, man...you don’t get it, just let it go... in the words of the late, great BERNIE MAC...YA JUST DON’T UNDER-

STAND!) :08—I’ll leave the intricate details for next week.

But for now, here are the major things you can take to the bank in my opinion. #1. As I predicted last December, Aaron Rodgers (the only 4-time NFL MVP in league history) will be your starting quarterback. #2. The O-Line

has been re-stacked and will be better. #3. There are new receivers in the house. Rodgers can now start to go about his business the way a legend should. #4. The defense will be better because they can’t be any worse. #5. And I am not shouting this out...just a whisper, but there’s a new coaching staff...let’s see what’s next, let’s see! :07—-This is not meant to be disrespectful, by now you’ve heard that Kansas City Chiefs Offensive Coordinator, Eric Bieniemy’s

27 year-old son, Elijah Zion Bieniemy, allegedly shot his mother and Eric’s wife, Mia. She is in stable condition and he’s been arrested. It gives me reason to pause as to how many players have spoken about how tough, abrasive, and hardcore Coach Bieniemy is in games and in practice. Point being, sometimes coaches and players don’t leave it on the field. Maybe it was a tumultuous home life for all involved??? :06—Yeah, yeah, yeah, LeBron James left a team to go to yet another team to try to win a ring in hopes he can get on the same Mt. Rushmore with Michael, Kobe, Kareem, and Magic. Not gonna happen, boys and girls, not gonna happen. Reason being, Joel Embiid will be hurt half the season as usual, Jaylen Brown will not end up happy with this scenario...(did you not follow what happened in Boston?), and the 76ers have not been confused with the greatest defensive unit in the NBA. I am just sayin’! :05—Hey! Have you heard much about former NFL star quarterback Tony Romo’s drunk driv-

ing arrest? No, and you won’t. (We’re talking privilege here, people, and I mean______ privilege. You fill in the blank. You’re not going to get me dismissed from the Courier. Mr. Doss don’t play that! :04—Tadej Pogacar now truly recognized as one of cycling’s all-time greats.

(And this is his 5th consecutive win and steroid free... what, oh, now I am the bad guy!). Plus, that’s all I got. :03—49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan hurt in car crash. He’s got a green light, but limited action in training camp. :02—“They” say he’s the next Tiger Woods. Give it time before you crown him, but as of now, Jackson Koivun, all of 21 years old, is sitting on top of the world as he secured his first PGA Tour victory in just his third professional start by wining the 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities, and he did it in grand fashion by holding off world number one Scottie Scheffler. :01—For the record, the dismissal of former Pittsburgh Steeler superstar and sports commentator Ryan Clark from ESPN was both unjust, unfair,

and unprofessional, especially given that the man actually almost literally gave his life to play football (remember he played while having sickle cell anemia and almost lost his life at the Mile High Stadium game in Denver!) :00-00—Double Overtime—Congratulations to the Pittsburgh Passion women’s professional football team, the threetime world champions fell short this time in an effort to win a fourth title. But if I know Teresa Conn, founder and president of the team, and I do, they’ll be back in contention next year. After all, the name and memory of Franco Harris is still associated with the team as their previous co-owner, and we all know Franco Harris has been known to perform miracles. :00-00--Triple Overtime—All right, my friends, you’ve been asking about it. The time is finally here again. The 52nd Annual Connie “The Hawk” Hawkins Memorial Summer League Reunion.

Saturday, August 15, at the Noblemen’s Lounge in Penn Hills, 9805 Frankstown Rd., from 5 to 9 p.m.

It’s gonna be a function at

the junction and everybody’s gonna be there.

Ron Brown, Jeff Singleton, Rich Cordon, Mike Booker, Jeff Baldwin, Hubie Bryant, Morrie Cox, Drew Smith, Nate Duck, “Big John” Marshall, Lavaughn “Meatball” Johnson, Alex “Peru” Johnson...and the teams you’ll never forget, including: The Dons, Cosmic Echoes, The Rankin Gangsters, Bump Yes, Clairton’s Finest, Zonk, Fire, Chatham Sports, North Side, The Force, Flo’s Records, Homewood Horses, Rico and the Boys...and the beat goes on! Come one, come all...all Summer League B-Ballers are invited. $20 donation at the door. Proceeds benefits Achieving Greatness Inc., Back to School Supplies Giveaway. For more info, call AGI at 412-902-5761.

GAME OVER.

Black athletes find themselves having to say sorry, even if they're right About a week ago, I was thinking about the White House FCC broadcasting and media police.

Lo and behold the following item was written by Andrew Battifarano and posted on nypost.com.

“Ryan Clark tears up as he tells all about his shock ESPN firing: ‘Using layoffs as a cover and a camouflage’....The exNFL defensive back was among the many let go by the Worldwide Leader this week, and he went on his ‘The Pivot’ podcast Friday (July 24) to discuss what went down.

Clark, 46, even teared up at one point during the show as the weight of it all seemed to sink in. Clark made clear how his end at ESPN came to be: ‘Let me put this to bed—I wasn’t laid off, I was fired. They’re using layoffs as a cover and a camouflage for what they already intended on doing, but there was no cause for it. So because there was no cause for it, you couldn’t just fire me, you had to wait ’til the layoffs so you could camouflage it and veil it.’

If you look hard enough at the bags under the eyes of Ryan Clark, you can plainly see the tracks

of Shannon Sharpe’s tears. It is that simple. I reposted excerpts from a piece written and posted

by Joshua Rogers July 31, 2025: “Visibly distraught Shannon Sharpe fought back tears after ‘losing personal relationships’ in Skip Bayless drama.”

The former Broncos TE reached a buyout agreement with Fox Sports that saw him depart and eventually join rival network ESPN. Sharpe was a regular on the network until April 2026, when he stepped away from his duties af-

ter being sued by a woman for $50 million. The news was announced a day before Sharpe’s older brother Sterling was set to make history and join him in the Hall of Fame.

“See, people are like, ‘Well, Shannon, why’d you get so emotional?’

Because if you knew what I put into that job,

you would understand it,” Sharpe told host Jerome D. Love.

“You see, the greater the expectation, the greater the hurt when it doesn’t work out. And I poured so much into that.”

Remember after Sharpe was terminated, he appeared on national television crying like a baby that hadn’t been breastfed for a week! This brother was shedding real, having just been returned to the plantation, crocodile tears. There is almost always a negative back story when it comes to firing a Black sports or media personality.

Trust me, they will always be an embalmed or canned reason to prompt the exhumation of bodies of reason to combat any minor or major backlash in reaction to some of the networks premeditated skullduggery.

Nicole Duncan-Smith published an article on the Atlanta Black Star website. “He Got Big Headed…: Shannon Sharpe Fired Weeks After His Accuser Walked Away With a Payout Big Enough to Retire, The Timing Has Everyone Asking Questions.”

Ms. Duncan-Smith writes: “Shannon Sharpe was a rising force in sports media, but his ascent came to a sudden halt this week after ESPN announced it was parting ways with the Pro Football Hall of Famer. The network’s decision followed a settlement of $50 million lawsuit over allegations of forceful intimate act, sparking widespread conversation online. Now some fans are wondering if this fall from grace might have been avoided had Sharpe heeded earlier warnings from comedians Katt Williams and Mo’Nique about the dangers tied to his dating life.”

The plaintiff, later identified as Gabrielle Zuniga, claimed she met Sharpe when she was between 19 and 22 years old at a Los Angeles gym. According to the complaint, what began as a “rocky consensual relationship” allegedly evolved into something sinister, with Zuniga asserting that Sharpe “demanded complete control over her time and body.”

As news of his termination broke, social media erupted with commen-

tary from those who had seemingly predicted this outcome.

When the New York Post posted the story, one reader responded: “I can see Kat Williams now, just twiddling his fingers together, as if he saw it all coming, and was forewarning sharp but he didn’t listen. Honestly, though that girl is ridiculous…. That girl knew exactly what she was doing by acting as if she wanted the dirtiest of the dirt.”

During Williams’ January 2024 interview, the comedian cautioned about the dangers of interracial relationships, particularly after witnessing actor Jonathan Majors’ career destruction.

Weeks later, Mo’Nique delivered the most direct advice during her February 2024 podcast appearance, addressing Sharpe’s dating habits with the frankness of a concerned relative.

“You better take your old a— and get somebody to love you. Let me tell you what Shannon need. You don’t need no 26-year-old girl. You don’t need no 36-year-old girl,” she said.

When Sharpe protested with “I do,” Mo’Nique cut him off: “This is your auntie talking to you.

Take your old a— and get you an old ____ out there that can love you old.”

Do you guys remember when Hines Ward questioned why Pittsburgh Steelers former QB Ben Roethlisberger would wait until the day before a game to declare himself ineligible to play?

Ward was roundly criticized. I thought Ward would be on the chopping block after that.

According to an AP article posted on Dec 2, 2009, on espn.com, Ward apologized, not once, but twice.

My analysis is, if any QB is experiencing side effects from a suspected concussion, why would that athlete practice all week and keep the backup QB from getting reps? Well, sometimes in the world of sports, even if you’re right, you still might have to say that you’re sorry.

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The coming inheritance economy and will Black families be left behind?

America is entering one of the most significant economic transitions in its history, though it will unfold quietly. Over the next two decades, aging Americans are expected to transfer more than $100 trillion in wealth to their heirs, making it the largest intergenerational transfer of assets the nation has ever witnessed. Homes, businesses, investment portfolios and land will pass from one generation to the next, reshaping who owns wealth in America. Yet beneath the staggering dollar figure lies a more important question: Who owns the assets that will be inherited, and who will once again be forced to start from scratch?

For Black America, this may become one of the defining economic questions of the twenty-first century.

The racial wealth gap is often discussed through the lens of income, education or employment. Those factors matter, but they tell only part of the story. Wealth is not created primarily by wages; it is created by

ANTHONY O. KELLUM ownership. Income allows families to live; assets allow families to build. The distinction is critical because the coming inheritance economy will reward decades of accumulated ownership rather than decades of earned income.

Inheritance is often imagined as a multimillion-dollar estate, but most generational wealth is transferred in quieter ways. It is the parent who provides a down payment on a child’s first home, it is the grandparents whose paid-off house allows the next generation to avoid years of rent, it is a family business that continues producing income long after its founder has retired, sometimes the inheritance is not cash at all, it is simply a stronger starting point.

That is how wealth compounds across generations.

A modest inheritance used to purchase a home in one’s thirties can become hundreds of thousands of dollars in equity by retirement. A family that receives financial help early gains something more valuable than money alone: time. Time allows appreciation to work, time allows investments to grow, time allows the next generation to spend more years owning assets rather than trying to acquire them.

This is why homeownership occupies such a central place in the American economy. For most middle-class families, a home is the largest asset they will ever own and the most valuable asset they will eventually transfer. Monthly mortgage payments gradually become equity. Rising property values increase household wealth. That equity can finance college education, launch businesses, weather financial emergencies and eventually become an inheritance.

Homeownership is more than housing. It is one of America’s most effective wealth-building institutions.

Yet Black families remain significantly less likely to SEE PROPERTY IS POWER B2

The part of buying a home that no real estate show ever prepares you for BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE— Uncover the hidden aspects of buying a home that are left out on TV. Equip yourself with the right tools to tackle real estate challenges today!

Buying a home involves far more than house tours and getting the keys, with hidden costs, emotional decisions, inspections, and unforeseen challenges shaping the journey behind the scenes.

You’ve saved up the money and are ready to join the homeowner’s club.

Maybe you’ve spent hours watching

long before buyers schedule their first showing.

Saving for a down payment is only one part of the process.

You also need to consider closing costs, inspection fees, moving expenses, property taxes, insurance, and the ongoing costs that come with maintaining a home. There is also the question of how much house you can comfortably afford, not just how much a lender is willing to approve.

Painting the full financial picture

weeks of searching.

Taking a step back can help you make decisions based on more than the excitement of finding a place you love.

When Inspections Reveal What a Beautiful Home Can Hide A home can look perfect during a showing. Fresh paint, modern finishes, and a well-kept yard can create an impressive first impression, but they don’t usually reveal what is happening behind the walls or under-

Most real estate shows begin with the exciting part: touring homes, comparing features, and imagining life in a new space. What they often skip is the financial groundwork that happens long before buyers schedule their first showing.

YouTube videos, scrolling through listings, and following every real estate show that promises to reveal the secrets of buying the perfect home.

You feel prepared. You’ve seen the dramatic negotiations, the beautiful renovations, and the happy moments when buyers finally get the keys.

Except that the home-buying process might show up with its own script.

How Much Financial Preparation Happens Before House Hunting Begins?

Most real estate shows begin with the exciting part: touring homes, comparing features, and imagining life in a new space. What they often skip is the financial groundwork that happens

before starting the search can prevent the excitement of buying a home from turning into unexpected pressure later.

How Emotional Can the Search for the Right Home Become?

Finding a home isn’t just about square footage, location, or price. The search becomes tied to hopes about the future, from creating a place to raise a family to finally having a space that feels truly yours.

That emotional connection can make the process exciting, but it can also be stressful. A rejected offer, a home that sells before you can act, or a property that looks different in person than it did online can be disappointing after

neath the surface.

An inspection is where the hidden details start coming into focus. You may discover issues such as: Foundation problems that could affect the home’s long-term stability Plumbing concerns that may lead to leaks or water damage Electrical issues that require repairs or upgrades Roofing problems that may create future maintenance costs Signs of moisture, mold, or damage that may not appear during a quick walkthrough Some discoveries may be minor fixes, SEE HOMEBUYING B2

Student loans just got turned upside down—here’s what you need to know If you have federal student loans, 2026 has been one long roller coaster ride— and it’s not over yet.

Old repayment plans are disappearing.

New ones are replacing them. Courts are blocking parts of the government’s overhaul. Borrowing limits are changing. Meanwhile, millions of borrowers are wondering what happens next.

If you’re confused, you’re not alone.

Let’s break it down the way I always do—straight, practical and without all the government jargon.

Where We Started For years, federal student loan borrowers had several repayment options.

The Standard Repayment Plan spread payments over 10 years. While it helped borrowers eliminate debt faster and pay less interest overall, the monthly payments were often difficult for recent graduates and lower-income households.

Borrowers needing more flexibility could enroll in one of several Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) plans, including: Income-Contingent Repayment (ICR)—generally offered forgiveness

after 25 years.

Income-Based Repayment (IBR)— payments were generally capped at 10 percent or 15 percent of discretionary income, with forgiveness after 20 or 25 years.

Pay As You Earn (PAYE)— generally capped payments at 10 percent of discretionary income and offered forgiveness after 20 years.

Revised Pay As You Earn (REPAYE)—expanded access to affordable income-based payments.

In 2023, the Biden administration introduced SAVE (Saving on a Valuable Education) to replace REPAYE. SAVE protected more income, prevented unpaid interest from growing loan balances and even allowed some borrowers to have a $0 monthly payment.

However, SAVE quickly became the center of multiple lawsuits. Federal

courts blocked major portions of the program, leaving millions of borrowers in administrative forbearance. In March 2026, SAVE was officially terminated, and borrowers began receiving notices instructing them to select another repayment option.

Ignoring those notices could leave borrowers in a repayment plan with significantly higher monthly payments.

Meet RAP The biggest change is the new Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP).

Beginning July 1, 2026, RAP became the primary income-driven repayment option for many new federal borrowers.

Like previous IDR plans, RAP bases monthly payments on income rather than loan balance. Instead of charging every borrower the same percentage, RAP uses a tiered formula based on adjusted gross income (AGI). Depending

on income, payments generally range from 1 percent to 10 percent of AGI, with a minimum monthly payment of $10. Borrowers with qualifying dependents also receive a $50 monthly credit for each dependent, helping reduce their required payment.

RAP also includes protections that keep balances from growing. When borrowers make qualifying on-time payments, unpaid interest may be covered, and the government provides a principal-matching subsidy that helps reduce the loan balance over time.

The tradeoff?

Unlike several previous repayment plans that offered forgiveness after 20 or 25 years, RAP generally requires 30 years—or 360 qualifying monthly payments—before any remaining balance may be forgiven.

There is another major difference.

To receive RAP’s benefits and earn credit toward forgiveness, borrowers must make qualifying on-time payments. Missing a payment—or failing to make a qualifying payment—can delay SEE DAMON CARR B2

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while others can affect negotiations or even change whether moving forward is the right decision.

Can Closing Costs Add Up Beyond the Price of Buying a Home?

The price of a home is the number everyone talks about, but you already know it isn’t the only expense buyers need to prepare for. By the time a property reaches the closing stage, several additional costs can affect the final amount needed to complete the purchase.

These expenses can include: Loan fees Appraisal costs Title services Mortgage insurance Taxes Other charges tied to transferring ownership Even buyers who carefully planned their budget can be surprised by how quickly these smaller expenses add up.

In addition, financial surprises aren’t the

only things that can complicate the final steps of buying a home. Paperwork issues, financing changes, or unresolved details can also affect the timeline, which is why understanding what causes a delayed closing in real estate deals can help you prepare for unexpected setbacks.

Personalizing a New Home Becomes an Ongoing Project You’ve finally got the keys to your new home and can’t wait to sit on the couch, relax, and enjoy the moment you’ve been working toward. This is where the TV shows end, with the happy homeowners walking through the door and celebrating the start of a new chapter.

The reality? The spending isn’t done yet.

Furniture, décor, repairs, and small upgrades often become part of the next phase after moving in. Some projects are planned before entering the home, while others only become obvious after spending time in the space and discovering what works and what doesn’t.

Those changes don’t need to happen all at once. The small improvements made over

time are often what transform a house from a property into a place that reflects the people who live there.

FAQ How Long Does the Home Buying Process Usually Take?

The timeline can vary depending on the market, financing, inspections, and other factors involved in the transaction. Some purchases move quickly, while others take longer because of unexpected issues that need to be resolved.

Why Does Location Matter So Much When Buying a Home?

A home’s location affects more than the view outside the window. Factors such as commute times, nearby amenities, future development, and neighborhood changes can all influence the experience of living there.

Is a Bigger Home Always a Better Investment?

Not necessarily. A larger property may offer more space, but it can also come with higher maintenance costs, taxes, and upkeep responsibilities. The best choice de-

pends on whether the home fits the buyer’s lifestyle and financial goals.

What Happens After You Move Into Your New Home?

The first months of homeownership often involve adjusting to new responsibilities, learning the property’s needs, and making gradual improvements. The process of turning a house into a comfortable home continues well beyond moving day.

The Real Home Buying Journey Goes Beyond the Big Reveal Buying a home comes with exciting moments, but the journey involves much more than picking a favorite property and getting the keys. Financial planning, unexpected challenges, and the small decisions along the way all shape the experience.

The parts that rarely make it onto real estate shows are often the ones that prepare buyers the most.

Keep tabs on our website for more homeowner stories, lifestyle insights, and news from around the country.

Property is Power! Will Black families be left behind?

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participate in that system. The Black homeownership rate continues to trail that of White households by a substantial margin, reflecting not only present-day market conditions but also the cumulative effects of policies that excluded Black families from ownership for much of the twentieth century. Redlining, restrictive covenants, discriminatory lending and unequal access to federally backed mortgages denied millions of Black Americans the opportunity to accumulate equity during decades when home values appreciated dramatically.

The laws changed, the balance sheets did not.

The homes purchased by previous generations became appreciating assets. Those assets are now becoming inheritances. Families that owned property for decades are passing not only houses to their children but also the financial security those homes created. Equity financed education, supported retirement, expanded business opportunities and enabled future home purchases. The wealth generated by one generation became the starting capital for the next.

Many Black families, by contrast, are only now beginning to build what others have been transferring for generations.

This helps explain why educational achievement alone has not eliminated the racial wealth gap. Black Americans have made extraordinary gains in higher education, professional occupations and entrepreneurship. Those accomplishments deserve recognition. But professional success does not automatically produce inherited wealth. Two families may earn similar incomes while accumulating vastly different levels of wealth because one owns appreciating assets and the other does not.

The difference is ownership.

Income is earned one paycheck at a time; wealth grows while its owner sleeps.

This reality should reshape how we think about Black economic progress. Too often, we measure advancement by the number of degrees earned, executive positions attained or elected offices won. Those milestones matter, but they are incomplete if they are not accompanied by growing ownership. Economic mobility should not end with higher incomes; it should culminate in stronger family balance sheets.

That means asking different questions. Are Black families purchasing homes earlier? Are they retaining those homes long enough for appreciation to compound? Are Black entrepreneurs building businesses that survive beyond their founders? Are parents establishing wills and estate plans that preserve rather than divide family assets? Are children inheriting property, or simply inheriting the responsi-

bility of beginning again?

These questions rarely dominate public debate, yet they may prove more consequential than many of the issues that do.

Public policy also has an important role to play. Expanding affordable homeownership, strengthening fair-lending protections, protecting heirs’ property, increasing access to estate planning and supporting first-generation buyers would help more families enter the ownership economy.

Financial education should extend beyond budgeting and credit scores to include equity, appreciation, estate planning and the long-term value of holding appreciating assets.

Schools, churches, civic organizations and financial institutions all have a role in helping families think not simply about earning income but about preserving wealth.

There must also be a cultural shift in how success is defined. Consumer spending is visible; ownership is often quiet. A luxury car announces itself immediately, a paid-off home, a diversified investment account or a family trust rarely attracts attention. Yet it is those quieter achievements that create financial stability across generations.

The purpose of ownership is not simply to improve one’s own life it is to leave the next generation standing on a stronger foundation than the one inherited.

That is the broader philosophy behind Property is Power. Housing is central because real estate remains the primary source of wealth for most American families,

but the principle extends beyond housing itself. It includes businesses, land, retirement accounts and every appreciating asset capable of creating opportunity over time. The essential question is not whether Black Americans are participating in the economy it is whether they are accumulating ownership within it.

The largest wealth transfer in American history is already underway. For millions of families, it will arrive as property, investments and businesses built over decades. For others, there will be little or nothing to inherit. That reality should not inspire resentment; it should inspire resolve. The challenge before Black America is not merely to receive more inheritance but to create more of them.

The previous generation fought courageously to expand access. The next generation must be equally committed to expanding ownership, because history suggests that while income can improve a family’s standard of living, ownership changes its future.

That is the enduring promise of Property is Power.

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Property is Power! is a movement to promote home and community ownership. Studies indicate homeownership leads to higher graduation rates, family wealth, and community involvement.

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progress toward forgiveness.

A Bigger AutoPay Discount One piece of good news is the temporary expansion of the federal student loan autopay discount.

Historically, borrowers received a 0.25 percent interest-rate reduction for enrolling in automatic payments.

Now, eligible Direct Loan borrowers can receive a temporary 1 percent interest-rate reduction through June 30, 2028.

Consider a borrower with a $100,000 federal student loan carrying an 8 percent interest rate.

Reducing the rate by one percentage point could save roughly $1,000 in interest during the first year, depending on the repayment schedule.

That is real money that can remain in your pocket or be redirected toward paying down principal faster.

Autopay also reduces the likelihood of accidentally missing a qualifying payment under RAP. Graduate Borrowing Limits Are Changing Congress also approved new borrowing limits for graduate education.

Generally, new graduate borrowers are limited to $100,000 in federal student loans, while many professional degree programs—including medicine, dentistry and law—may borrow up to $200,000.

The Department of Education attempted to classify certain advanced nursing and healthcare programs under the lower borrowing limit.

A federal judge blocked that interpretation, ruling the department likely exceeded its authority.

The broader borrowing caps remain in place, but nursing and several other healthcare programs received temporary relief while litigation continues.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Lives On Another important court victory involves Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

PSLF forgives remaining federal student loan balances after 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full time for eligible government agencies or nonprofit organizations.

The Trump administration attempted to narrow which employers would qualify by allowing the Department of Education to disqualify certain organizations.

Federal judges blocked that effort before it took effect.

For now, teachers, police officers, firefighters, military personnel, nurses, social workers and many nonprofit employees remain eligible under the existing rules.

If you’re pursuing PSLF, continue cer-

tifying your employment annually and monitor your qualifying payment count.

What This Means for Borrowers The biggest mistake borrowers can make is assuming nothing has changed.

Student loan repayment is no longer something you can put on autopilot. A repayment plan that made sense three years ago may no longer be your best option today. Likewise, ignoring emails from your loan servicer or the Department of Education could cost you thousands of dollars over the life of your loan.

Take time to understand your options before making a decision. Compare monthly payments, total interest costs and forgiveness opportunities. Don’t simply choose the lowest payment if it results in paying substantially more over time.

Remember, your goal isn’t just to make the payment. Your goal is to become

debt-free while paying as little interest as possible.

Action Steps You Should Take Today If you have federal student loans, here’s your checklist: Log into StudentAid.gov and confirm your repayment plan.

Verify who services your loan and make sure your contact information is current.

Enroll in autopay if you’re eligible for the temporary interest-rate discount.

If you’re pursuing PSLF, certify your employment every year.

If you were enrolled in SAVE, carefully review every notice from your servicer and choose your replacement plan before the deadline.

If you’re behind on payments, contact your servicer immediately to discuss rehabilitation, consolidation or other repayment options before collection costs become more expensive.

The Bottom Line Federal student loan repayment has changed dramatically.

The menu of repayment options has become smaller. Forgiveness timelines have become longer for many borrowers.

On-time qualifying payments matter more than ever. Courts continue shaping which portions of these changes ultimately survive.

The more you understand these changes, the better financial decisions you’ll make.

Don’t let confusion, procrastination or misinformation cost you money. Take control of your student loans before your student loans take control of your finances.

(Damon Carr, Money Coach & Tax Pro can be reached at 412-216-1013 or visit his website at www.damonmoneycoach.com) Helping you flip your finances from stressed to blessed—one smart decision at a time.

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Trump’s shameful attempt to erase slavery’s truth As the nation marks the 250th anniversary of its founding, Americans should be reflecting honestly on our history, not rewriting it. That is why President Donald Trump’s decision to remove the slavery-focused panels, under the cloak of darkness this week, from Philadelphia’s President’s House memorial is shameful.

Replacing an exhibit that honored the nine enslaved Africans who toiled under President George Washington with displays that largely celebrate Washington’s presidential legacy is not a correction of history — it is the distortion of it.

The site at 6th and Market stands only steps from Independence Hall, where the ideals of liberty and self-government were debated and became the foundation of our country. Yet those principles existed alongside the reality of slavery.

Trump’s push to remove references to slavery from public exhibits reflects a troubling effort to present a sanitized version of American history. Through executive actions targeting displays he has described as “divisive” or “woke,” the administration has sought to downplay the central role slavery played in shaping the nation.

But history is not strengthened by omission, it is weakened by it.

The removal of these panels is a disservice not only to the memory of the enslaved individuals who lived and suffered at the President’s House, but also to the millions of Africans and their descendants who endured bondage, legal segregation, racial terror and systemic discrimination throughout American history.

Their stories are not footnotes. They are chapters in the American story.

Mayor Cherelle Parker deserves credit for standing firmly against this effort. Throughout the legal battle with federal authorities, Parker consistently argued that Philadelphia had a responsibility to tell the full truth about its history and the government was unlawful in its attempt to recreate its history.

After the panels were replaced, Parker called the move “shameful,” and rightly so.

“We celebrated the fact that 250 years ago, imperfect humans came together to recognize the universal search for freedom and for dignity, while at the same time these same leaders perpetuated the heinous institution of slavery,” Parker said. “This paradox reveals core questions we still live and struggle with today — how do we share power for the betterment of all people?”

Her words capture what makes the memorial so important. The story of America is not diminished by acknowledging its contradictions. In fact, confronting those contradictions is what allows us to better understand the ongoing struggle to live up to the nation’s ideals.

Philadelphia occupies a unique place in the American narrative. It is where the Declaration of Independence was signed and where the Constitution was drafted. It is also a city with deep ties to the history of slavery, abolition and the long fight for civil rights. Erasing references to that history at one of the nation’s most significant historic sites sends the wrong message about who matters and whose stories deserve to be told.

No president should decide that difficult chapters of American history are too uncomfortable for public view.

Honoring the nation’s founders and acknowledging the people they enslaved are not mutually exclusive acts.

In fact, one requires the other if Americans are to fully understand the nation we live in.

History should challenge us, not comfort us. It should tell the truth, even when that truth hurts.

The decision to strip away the President’s House acknowledgment of slavery is not a victory for patriotism.

It is a setback for our nation.

(Reprinted from the Philadelphia Tribune)

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(TriceEdneyWire.com) - I can remember the time we had horrific wars where family members and numerous friends died. That was a sad period in our lives and we prayed that wars would end as quickly as possible. We didn’t have a cheerleader making constant threats about killing people casually. We still support our troops and grieve with the families of those who’ve been killed or injured in the war of the 2 leaders in which they’re willing to collect endless taxpayer money for the war.

Add the ballroom, the pool and nobid contracts to friends, but not for the people’s healthcare, education or ways to deal positively with the economy Previously, we didn’t have to listen to the daily news questioning the sanity of our leaders who told us so many things that were not true. Yes, we wanted the old wars to end. We even protested then. I don’t remember our Presidents then calling us communists! The current one has no problem doing that when several of those who are his best buddies make no mistake are real communists!

Vladimir Putin of Russia, Xi Jinping of China, Kim Jung Oun of North Korea and others. Never before did our leaders talk like a child who’d just learned a new word. The word popular now is HOT! He constantly talks about everything being HOT and how we are the HOTTEST country in the world. Recently he added the city where I live to be HOT!

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Commentary The Chief jokes about affordability and mocks our concern as the price on everything goes up! He’s still more concerned about his rich friends and known fellow criminals than about the least of our people.

After basically thanking criminals for attacking the U.S. Capitol, while costing taxpayers to have to come up with millions for clean up, he just told the perpetrators he loved them and to go home. After some of them were convicted, and sent to prison, he pardoned them with no regard for the taxpayers and loss of lives and injuries caused by his friends. They came out of their brief incarceration, then we were asked to pay them, and he treated them like beloved citizens of our country! Despite killing and injuring some of our police officers in the District of Columbia, the man made sure they were not punished and even tried to extract more money from taxpayers to pay them!

What a nightmare the man has been for the world! Many ICE agents have illegally attacked, arrested and killed people while the victims were simply being Good Samaritans trying

to help others. Some ICE members seem to be trained to be killers!

Good people have been hurt and others killed for no reason.

Some people have been illegally deported or dragged into prison having to take their minor children with them. After the bodies of some of our brave soldiers were returned to Dover, the war leaders showed no grief. Their family members were not involved in these wars—at least none of their children served our country in the military. The leader personally dodged the military by indicating he had a bone spur! This seems to be a joke for him. I wonder how long it will take for these men to end their dangerous war?

They can and they must stop the war, stop the killing and truthfully acknowledge all who’ve been killed.

They’re too busy dropping women from the promotions list, firing men with years of experience—including the great Chaplin, Major General William Green Jr. without cause, as had already been done with General Lloyd Austin.

Now, the man in direct charge of war is demanding a testosterone test to help him achieve a more macho service! One can only wonder what the women he has not yet named or refused to promote, be asked to do hazel to gain his favor!

Who will say ‘ENOUGH IS ENOUGH? (Dr. E. Faye Williams)

Does celebrity activism halt progress?

Over the last few years there has been a rise in celebrity activism. With anything there are both good and bad things about this. People with large platforms getting the word out is not a bad thing. However, the content that reaches the masses is often “safe,” whitewashed and bought into White supremacy. We can start with the Kardashian-Jenner family. I will never forgive y’all for making them famous for having things that Black women were born naturally with and have been attacked for having i.e. being thick, etc. I want to add that I do recognize what Kim has done to highlight the injustices with the prison system. However, this does not erase the fact that they have appropriated Black culture various times.

From giving credit to Bo Derek for Fulani braids to adding their faces over ancestors Biggie Smalls and Tupac on T-shirts. Instances like this are anti-Black and have led to culture vultures who like our culture but hate us as a people. Some of this comes from our own people as well.

What’s happening now with Jay-Z is a clear example of this. Black celebrities playing the fence with activism, using the movement to build up their platforms, then giving in to capitalism when it benefits them. They take a stand but, it’s safe enough to keep White people comfortable and

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Commentary for them to not lose their financial positions, as their belief is that money will save them. If you listen closely to some of the lyrics, they’ve been saying this. For example, in the song “The Story of O.J.,” Jay-Z says that “financial freedom is my only hope.” He uses this to stress the point that we need to build wealth that lasts. However, building wealth i.e., capitalism, will not save us, especially if it is not rooted in principles and collective liberation!

I will make space for the fact that Jay-Z is human and seems to be in a personal political struggle. However, that does not mean that we give him and others a pass. The way he is moving is harmful and has led to performative social justice acts that do not benefit the collective Black community.

For instance, examine his deals with the NFL and Target. This has resulted in having the Black American National Anthem (“Lift Every

Voice and Sing”) sung at NFL games, donating to selective social justice agencies, and having Black people perform at the Super Bowl. Let’s be clear; none of this will get liberation, you can’t dance or buy your way there.

This move came at a time when momentum was growing for the overall movement around addressing police violence. It sent a message that we were no longer doing the protest and dimmed progress. His explanations that this was not about one person’s job and we pick and chose what to protest, is tone deaf and an excuse to continue on with capitalism, as he is set to make over $25 million from both partnerships.

This is dangerous to the movement, which is about helping Black people seek justice and liberation, not hashtags or ways to build up people’s platforms. Families have lost loved ones, and no amount of money or fame will bring them back. We have to see past this and move away from letting celebrity activism drive our conversations. Instead study, fast, read and train. Focus on our local communities and national racial justice efforts. So that when Jay-Z, the Kardashians, or any other celebrity does something, it doesn’t have this huge effect on our collective consciousness and stop progress!

Rubio report revives Red Scare tactics (TriceEdneyWire.com) - “Fellow traveler” is a phrase dragged from the rhetorical graveyard of the 1950s, when accusation substituted for evidence and dissent became disloyalty. Its appearance in a new State Department report should alarm anyone who values free speech, political association and the right to challenge government policy.

The State Department’s Cuba: The Capital of 21st Century Communism is not merely a critique of Cuba. A section titled “Front Groups and Fellow Travelers” revives the language and logic of the Red Scare, while the report places American organizations, elected officials, journalists and activists inside a sweeping narrative of foreign subversion.

In this political climate, that is no laughing matter.

The report reads less like serious foreign-policy analysis than a document Secretary of State Marco Rubio has waited his entire political life to publish. For Rubio, Cuba is more than a foreign-policy challenge. It is a family grievance, a Florida political inheritance and, increasingly, a personal crusade conducted with the power of the State Department.

Rubio grew up in Miami’s anti-Castro culture and has recalled boasting that he would lead an exile army against Fidel Castro. Yet his parents left Cuba in 1956, during the Batista dictatorship, more than two years before Castro took power. His grandfather later fled Castro’s Cuba.

Now Rubio presents Cuba as the command center of a worldwide communist conspiracy—one that supposedly infiltrated American government, commandeered Western protest movements and backed an “unprecedented wave of left-wing terrorism” on American soil.

Having returned from Cuba less than three months ago, I scarcely recognize the country described in Rubio’s report.

I visited in May with an all-Black delegation organized by the Institute of the Black World and led by Dr. Ron Daniels. What I saw was neither a socialist paradise nor a sinister command center. I saw shortages, uncertainty and exhaustion. A 31-year-old former teacher, who traveled three

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Commentary hours partly by walking and hitchhiking, told us she could not afford children. A ten-year-old said he attended school only two days a week.

At Cuba’s Latin American School of Medicine, a physician broke down when I asked about mental health.

But I also saw generosity, dignity and achievement that Rubio’s caricature cannot accommodate. People who had little offered us coffee or water. Cubans spoke candidly about their frustrations. They did not resemble puppets in either Washington’s or Havana’s propaganda.

Cuba’s government bears responsibility for economic mismanagement, political repression and racial inequality. The American blockade also bears responsibility. Both truths fit inside the same sentence. Economics is not theory. People live inside both.

Cuba has engaged in espionage.

Ana Belén Montes, who spied for Cuba while working for the Defense Intelligence Agency, is an undeniable example. Cuba has also harbored American fugitives and imprisoned dissenters.

But facts do not become more persuasive when piled beside half-truths and guilt by association.

The report reaches back more than half a century to Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’s youthful participation in the Venceremos Brigade. Her old activism is recycled as evidence of Cuba’s continuing infiltration of American politics, although she was never charged with espionage, terrorism or any crime. Representative Maxine Waters appears through a 1998 letter urging Fidel Castro not to extradite Assata Shakur. One may disagree with Waters or condemn Shakur’s actions. A nearly 30-yearold letter, however, does not prove that Cuba commands American subversives.

The report also ignores why Cuba

has long attracted some Black Americans. That affinity was not implanted

by Cuban intelligence. It grew from our experience of American racism and our search for international allies.

Cuba aligned itself with African liberation movements and sent troops to Angola, helping weaken apartheid South Africa’s regional power. It welcomed Black American activists whom their own government persecuted, offered scholarships to students from developing nations and dispatched physicians throughout the Black world. Fidel Castro stayed at Harlem’s Hotel Theresa in 1960 and met Malcolm X while White America treated both men as dangerous.

Cuba’s record on race is hardly spotless. Afro-Cubans have experienced discrimination, inequality and repression. Still, many Black Americans saw a small nation confronting the same United States government that tolerated segregation at home while preaching freedom abroad.

Their interest reflected racial solidarity, political judgment and sometimes romanticism—but not necessarily foreign control.

The report targets Chris Smalls, Amy Goodman, Zohran Mamdani, CODEPINK and the Democratic Socialists of America. Some have visited Cuba or opposed the embargo.

None of that proves Havana controls their politics. Democratic socialists are not communists. They participate in elections and seek change through democratic institutions.

One can oppose Cuban repression without supporting collective punishment. One can condemn espionage without criminalizing dissent. Influence is not control, solidarity is not subversion, and democratic socialism is not communism.

The State Department has retrieved “fellow traveler” from the rhetorical garbage can of the 1950s.

We know what happened the last time our government spoke this language. We should not wait to relearn the lesson.

(Dr. Julianne Malveaux is a DC based economist and author.)

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Mental health crisis among Black men— a growing concern Black men are dying from a mental health crisis that too often goes unseen.

As deaths from suicide, overdoses, and alcohol abuse rise among Black Americans, experts warn that cultural expectations around masculinity, mistrust of mental health systems, and a shortage of Black providers are preventing many men from getting help before it is too late.

In the waning days of the pandemic, the U.S. saw the number of deaths from suicide, alcohol use, and drug overdoses—called “deaths of despair”—among Black Americans surpass occurrences among Whites for the first time.

Between 2013 and 2022, the rates of these deaths tripled among Black Americans.

Painful numbers Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show twice as many people died by suicide in 2023 as from homicide. In fact, it was the second leading cause of death among people aged 10 to 34 and the fourth leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of 35 and 44.

That same year, the suicide rate among males was nearly 4 times higher than among females, with Black men also being four times as likely to die from suicide as Black women.

Among younger Black men, the trajectory is especially troubling.

University of Georgia researchers last year found that childhood exposure to trauma, poverty, and racism leads many young Black men to believe they don’t have value and are unable to trust community support systems. Between 2007 and 2020, the suicide rate among Black youth ages 10 to 17 nearly tripled, rising faster than any other racial or ethnic group.

Suicide is now the second leading cause of death for people between the ages of 20 and 24. For Black men in the same age group, however, the suicide rate surpassed that of their White peers in 2024—a dreadful historical first.

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Commentary Playing tough can be fatal Traditional definitions of masculinity—stoicism, staunchly self-reliant and emotionally controlled—are found to increase the likelihood that men of all age ranges will avoid professional help. Researchers find those men fear being judged as weak, a perception that significantly raises stress and contributes to untreated depression and anxiety.

In 2023, just 17 percent of American men saw a mental health professional, roughly half the rate of women. Among men who said they were depressed, only one in four received any counseling or therapy in the past year. Black adults, however, were 36 percent less likely to have received mental health treatment in the previous year, even though they had similar or higher rates of anxiety and depression as Whites.

In a newly released report, the JED Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting the emotional health and preventing suicide for teens and young adults, found that boys are socialized from an early age to internalize their emotions rather than express them.

Suicide is now the second leading cause of death for people between ages 20 and 24. For Black men in the same age group, however, the suicide rate surpassed that of their White peers in 2024—a dreadful historical first.

The report, titled The Emotional Lives of Boys and Young Men, found that when that distress surfaces, it often looks very different from the depression and inactivity seen in girls and young women.

Instead, according to the report, boys and young men are more likely to disguise their distress by withdrawing, displaying anger or aggression, or engaging in daredevil behavior— reckless driving, substance abuse, compulsive gambling, or risky sexual encounters.

At the same time, online environments such as video games and social media can be a double-edged sword, according to the report.

“Digital environments can amplify both harmful and supportive pathways, with opportunities for humor, distraction, and connection,” the report says, but also provides “exposure to harmful content, cyberbullying, and gambling and sports betting.”

Black provider shortage While research indicates that having a caregiver of the same gender and race is beneficial, Black practitioners are still an extreme minority in all segments of the mental health profession. Only 4 percent of psychologists are Black, and just 2 percent of psychiatrists, who are medical doctors, and a scant 11 percent of licensed professional counselors are Black.

But research has shown that peer-based support groups can be effective in communities plagued by a lack of access to mental health professionals, as well as mistrust of clinical environments.

Organizations such as JED have launched partnerships with fraternal organizations to reverse these trends. Last month, JED announced it is working with Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. as part of The JED Greek-Letter Organizations (GLO) programs.

“The Jed Foundation recognizes that fraternities and sororities are powerful communities for connection, leadership, and identity development,” Dr. ShirDonna Lawrence, senior manager of JED GLO, said in a statement. “This makes them essential partners in advancing student mental health and well-being on and off campus.”

It’s also a mutually beneficial relationship, which “strengthens Alpha’s enduring mission and advances JED’s work in culturally responsive, community-centered mental health promotion,” Lawrence said.

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California preschools, Black English, and oppositional identity During the mid-1990s, a theory regarding Black identity raised concerns, while a school district’s plan to adopt “Black English” sparked outrage.

The Theory According to studies, Black students from affluent families scored lower on tests than White students. Researchers were forced to find alternative explanations for the disparity because they couldn’t blame poverty, single-parent households, or a lack of resources.

John Ogbu, a Nigerian American professor of anthropology and education at the University of California, Berkeley, theorized these Black students were academically behind their White peers because they adopted an “oppositional identity.”

Ogbu explained that minority groups that have historically been oppressed form a collective identity in direct opposition to the dominant culture. In this situation, Black oppositional identity revealed itself by refusing norms associated with White people, such as speaking standard English and making the honor roll.

Ogbu suggested that Black students who refused to “talk White” or “act White” took pride in being academically behind.

Ogbu’s findings were concerning, especially if most Black students believed that embracing an oppositional identity was how one became unapologetically Black.

Subsequent research revealed that Ogbu’s findings were not universal.

The negative repercussions of embracing an oppositional identity were only significant in high-performing public schools with high levels of interracial contact, but the phenomenon did not exist in predominantly Black or private schools.

The Plan The Oakland Unified School District admitted that it failed to educate Black students adequately. Black students made up 53 percent of the student body but disproportionately had the lowest grade point averages (1.8), and 71 percent were enrolled in special education classes. The president of Oakland’s school board indicated that remedial programs had failed and that they needed to try something new.

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Check It Out Their new plan became known nationwide as Ebonics, a combination of “Ebony” and “phonics.”

The school district approved a resolution stating that Ebonics was not a dialect or “bad English” that needed to be corrected but rather a legitimate language and the primary language of their Black students.

The resolution sought to develop programs that would incorporate bilingual-education principles to assist “Ebonics speakers” in mastering standard English by using their primary language as a bridge.

It should be noted that San Francisco’s Cesar Chavez Elementary School had a pilot program that used bilingual instruction in Black and standard English, but after a few years, there was no statistical evidence that the program accomplished its goal of helping Black students master standard English.

The Ebonics resolution received widespread condemnation.

The Black mayor of Oakland, Elihu Harris, rejected the idea that Ebonics was a distinct language. He stated, “We are committed to excellence in education, including language and mathematics. We will not tolerate or support substandard English.”

Nationally known civil rights figures like Jesse Jackson said Ebonics was the equivalent of teaching slang.

Professor Ogbu, on the other hand, recognized Ebonics as a drastic measure to assist struggling students and supported the Oakland school district’s unconventional plan; however, following the national backlash, the school board revised their original resolution. They removed any phrase hinting that students would be taught Ebonics; underlined that Ebonics was a linguistic pattern rather than its own language; removed the claim that Ebonics was the “primary language” of Black students; and reiterated that their purpose was to

teach standard English.

Three Decades Later The advocacy group Black Californians United for Early Care & Education (BlackECE), co-founded

by Ashley Williams, has called for “Black English” to be legitimized in preschool to help build literacy skills.

California presented a strategy in 2020 to promote early dual-language learning, but BlackECE is now demanding that “Black English” be included in early dual-language education.

This situation resembles the Ebonics controversy, but three details distinguish it.

1) According to BlackECE, Black English is a language, and they want to help build literacy skills (reading, writing, and speaking) in that language. This differs from the Oakland school board’s use of Ebonics as a bridge to help students master standard English.

2). The California Post stated that the BlackECE’s campaign challenges “harmful language hierarchies and affirms Black English as a legitimate, rule-governed language rooted in his Black history, culture, and community.” BlackECE also seeks to “address how language bias shows up in early learning spaces and how it can be dismantled.” This campaign is a call to action for a political/cultural cause and not an education plan for preschool students.

3). Co-Founder Ashley Williams told PBS that her mission was personal. She described the pain of being required to “talk White” and the insecurity that comes with speaking in her “natural voice.” Williams said, “I don’t want my son to walk into any room and feel like his voice is not valued or his perspective can’t be heard because he’s not saying in one way or the other.” Williams saw the pressure to grasp standard English as compelling her to “talk White,” which created insecurities and prompted her to build an oppositional identity as a psychological defense mechanism against being corrected by the dominate culture.

If that’s the case, BlackECE’s push for “Black English” in preschool is more about fostering an oppositional identity than developing literacy skills.

White voters in poverty need the Congressional Black Caucus (TriceEdneyWire.com)—The spirit behind the Voting Rights Act of 1965 was to firmly free the nation of systemic racial discrimination by ensuring that a citizen’s vote actually mattered—a concept known as meaningful representation. Meaningful representation means people are not just allowed to vote, but they have a fair opportunity to elect candidates who will genuinely respond to the needs of their community. At one time, Congress and the courts recognized that letting Black citizens vote was meaningless if lines were drawn to dilute their collective voice. We can’t forget that the strategies behind voter suppression and vote dilution are not the same.

While they both harm democratic representation, they do so at different stages of the process. Voter suppression places barriers that make it harder to vote or prevent voting altogether. Vote dilution weakens the power of votes. It happens when an election system, district map, or policy lets people cast ballots but denies a group an equal opportunity to elect the type of candidate that would be supportive of their true concerns and needs. The vote is counted, but it has less practical impact because the system spreads, packs, or otherwise weakens the community’s political power. In other words, voter suppression targets whether you can vote, while vote dilution targets how much your vote matters once you do vote.

A suppressed voter may never get to the ballot box; a diluted voter gets there, but their community still may not have fair electoral power.

In a newly released framework, U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock is calling for Congress to investigate whether states that redrew congressional districts after the Supreme Court’s Louisiana v. Callais decision illegally discriminated against Black voters. Warnock argues the decision has opened the door for lawmakers in several Southern states to redraw congressional maps in ways that weaken the political influence of Black communities. “Across the Deep South, partisan actors have manipulated their maps to silence the voices of Black voters,” Warnock said in a statement announcing

David W. Marshall

Commentary the proposal. “Even this Supreme Court has made it clear that intentional racial discrimination remains illegal. We owe it to voters to root out whether any illegal actions or discrimination occurred.” The senator tied the health of American democracy to broader economic concerns, arguing that issues such as affordability and wealth inequality cannot be fully addressed without stronger protections for voting rights. I believe that those who are elected to represent majority-Black districts are more likely to be defenders for the poor and oppressed not only in Black communities, but all communities regardless of race.

Democratic U.S. Rep. Cleo Fields, representing the 6th congressional district, has been a longtime fixture in Louisiana politics. Rep. Fields served two stints in Congress: one from 1993 to 1997, and another since 2025. It was Rep. Fields’ district that was the center of the U.S. Supreme Court’s Louisiana v. Callais ruling. The Supreme Court ruled that a previous state map with two majority-Black districts was an “unconstitutional racial gerrymander.” As a result, Fields’s majority-Black congressional district was redrawn by the state legislature to favor Republicans in November’s midterm elections. Rep. Fields announced he will retire and not seek reelection to his redrawn congressional district. While the Supreme Court’s decision and the subsequent loss of a majority-Black district may be perceived as a victory for Republicans in their attempt to maintain control of the House, Rep. Fields’ retirement is a major loss for Trump’s MAGA supporters in Louisiana.

A typical MAGA supporter in Louisiana is most likely White, older, Christian, and without a four-year college degree.

They tend to live in rural or small-town areas rather than metropolitan areas.

The truth of the matter is that a large number of MAGA supporters living in Louisiana are poor because Louisiana itself has one of the highest poverty rates in the nation. Many MAGA residents live in distressed areas where economic decline has left many White families with low wages, unstable work, and having to rely on Medicaid, SNAP, housing aid, and other public support to make ends meet. Despite their personal poverty and the poverty of their families, they support Republican lawmakers who have anti-poverty agendas. They applaud the ruling of the Supreme Court. They applaud the elimination of Louisiana’s second majority-Black district. They applaud the retirement of Cleo Fields and the fact that the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) has one less member. For many of these MAGA residents and voters, poverty is a form of social oppression that they have succumbed to. Racism is a form of social oppression they continue to perpetuate and promote.

Rep. Cleo Fields, like other men and women of the CBC, represents communities where degrees of urban and rural poverty exist. Poverty is not limited by race or geography. Where members of the CBC have taken stands to defend the economically oppressed in Black communities, by default they are also fighting for the poverty-stricken residents in White areas. MAGA supporters throughout Louisiana benefited when Rep. Fields supported anti-poverty programs. Despite Rep. Fields being Black and a Democrat, he gave White MAGA supporters “meaningful representation” as he responded to the needs of impoverished individuals and families living in all districts in Louisiana. His retirement means there is one less voice and one less moral vote supporting White struggling communities.

(David W. Marshall is the founder of the faith-based organization, TRB: The Reconciled Body, and author of the book God Bless Our Divided America.)

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DEFENDANT(S): Justin J. Salinetro ******************** CASE NO.: MG-22-000773 ******************** DEBT: $144,600.31 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): LOGS Legal Group LLP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 985 Old Eagle School Road, Suite 514 Wayne, PA 19087 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (610) 278-6800 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 27th Ward of the City of Pittsburgh: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 3846 WILKSBORO AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15212. DEED BOOK VOLUME 17229, PAGE 274, BLOCK AND LOT 0114-J00040-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S): Victoria Lynn Stevens, Administratrix of the Estate of Carey Stevens, deceased ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000793 ******************** DEBT: $76,095.98 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): LOGS Legal Group LLP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 985 Old Eagle School Road, Suite 514 Wayne, PA 19087 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (610) 278-6800 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 244 IDLEWOOD ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15235. DEED BOOK VOLUME 20044, PAGE 267, BLOCK AND LOT 0539-B00124-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S): Charles A.J. Halpin, III, Esquire, Personal Representative of the Estate of Joanne E. O’Hara, Deceased, John T. O’Hara ******************** CASE NO.: MG-26-000099 ******************** DEBT: $41,033.57 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): The Law Office of Gregory Javardian, LLC ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 1310 Industrial Boulevard, Ist Floor, Suite 101, Southampton, PA 18966 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 215-942-9690 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Dravosburg: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 914 VALLEYVIEW DRIVE, DRAVOSBURG, PA 15034. DEED BOOK VOLUME 17725, PAGE 464. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER. 242-R-30.

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DEFENDANT(S): DONALD MIENT AKA DONALD J. MIENT, MARY MIENT AKA MARY ANN MIENT ******************** CASE NO.: MG-23-001101 ******************** DEBT: $155,095.66 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): KML LAW GROUP, P.C. ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA,PA19106 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF BALDWIN: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1233 Cloverfield DRIVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15227. DEED BOOK 8694, PAGE 447.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 58-J-148

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DEFENDANT(S): lzuchukwu Louis Onwugbenu and United States of America ******************** CASE NO.: MG-24-000762 ******************** DEBT: $446,381.54 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Timothy A. Cirino, Esq. ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 1628 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 300, Philadelphia, PA 19103 / 1325 Franklin Avenue, Suite 160, Garden City, NY 11530 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (212) 471-5100 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, AND 5TH (FORMERLY SIXTEENTH) WARD OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 3482 LIGONIER STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15201. DEED BOOK VOLUME 18293, PAGE 189. BLOCK AND LOT 0049-N00223-0000-01.

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DEFENDANT(S): JACOB PATRICK KUNDRA ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-001098 ******************** DEBT: $76,429.80 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 133 GAITHER DRNE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Carnegie: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 707 LOGAN ST, CARNEGIE, PA 15106. Deed Book Volume 18862, Page 191. Block and Lot Number 0102-A-00082-0000-00.

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PLAINTIFF Chartiers Valley School District Vs. DEFENDANT(S): RONALD J. MIKUSH ******************** CASE NO.: GD 22-014003 ******************** DEBT: $14,921.11 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Collier: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 610 VANADIUM RD., BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017. DEED BOOK 11207, PAGE 123. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 195-J-8.

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PLAINTIFF Penn Hills School District and Municipality of Penn Hills Vs. DEFENDANT(S): ANTHONY BENTLEY ******************** CASE NO.: GD 23-012860 ******************** DEBT: $22,374.16 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills:

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HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 631 NATIONAL DR., PITTSBURGH, PA 15235. DEED BOOK 15291, PAGE45.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 537-E-249.

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PLAINTIFF Chartiers Valley School District Vs. DEFENDANT(S): ANNAMARIE LORIS ******************** CASE NO.: GD 17-001211 ******************** DEBT: $15,209.62 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Scott: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 507 CENTER ST., CARNEGIE, PA 15106. DEED BOOK 14419, PAGE 251.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 102-G-13.

DEFENDANT(S): AUMONN PUGH, JOSHUA PUGH ******************** CASE NO.: MG-26-000193 ******************** DEBT: $99,822.77 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): KML LAW GROUP, P.C. ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA,PA19106 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, 8TH WARD CITY OF MCKEESPORT: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1120 MCCLEARY STREET, MC KEESPORT, PA 15132. DEED BOOK 18891, PAGE 366.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 381-C-51.

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PLAINTIFF Penn Hills School District and Municipality of Penn Hills Vs. DEFENDANT(S): KEVIN ROBERT GREENHOWE ******************** CASE NO.: GD 24-007372 ******************** DEBT: $11,501.34 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 119 SELVIN DR., VERONA, PA 15147. DEED BOOK 13680, PAGE 443.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 229-S-78.

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DEFENDANT(S): Michael E. Sadowsky and Barbara L. Sadowsky ******************** CASE NO.: GD-26-001485 ******************** DEBT: $277,432.69 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Kristine M. Anthou, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): Grenen & Birsic, P.C. One Gateway Center, 9th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-7650 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 1st Ward of the City of Pittsburgh: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A CONDOMINIUM UNIT KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 306 4TH AVENUE APT. 1002, PITTSBURGH, PA 15222. DBV 14036, Page 335, B/L #1-H-327-1002.

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DEFENDANT(S): Bryan G. Dees ******************** CASE NO.: MG-23-000615 ******************** DEBT: $292,463.41 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Stern & Eisenberg, PC ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): The Shops at Valley Square, 1581 Main Street, Suite 200 Warrington, PA 18976 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 572-8111 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny and Borough of Whitehall: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 4964 Flamingo Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Deed Book Volume I8133, Page 504. Block and Lot Number 3 l 4-P-042.

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DEFENDANT(S): MICHAEL A. JONES AND NATASHA JONES ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-001037 ******************** DEBT: $139,358.59 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): David L. Scherer, Esquire McGrath McCall, P.C. ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): Four Gateway Center, Suite 1340, 444 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-281-4333 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Monroeville:

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DEFENDANT(S): RE SERVICING LLC, CYNTHIA BELLIN, MELANIE LUPPE, SOLELY AS THE KNOWN HEIRS OF JOAN D. LUPPE, DECEASED, AND ALL OF THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF JOAN D. LUPPE ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000194 ******************** DEBT: $44,362.06 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): David L. Scherer, Esquire McGrath McCall, P.C. ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): Four Gateway Center, Suite 1340, 444 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-281-4333 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Springdale: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING MUNICIPALLY KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 338 MAXWELL STREET, SPRINGDALE, PA 15144, LOT & BLOCK NO. 627-R-89.

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DEFENDANT(S): KEVIN J. DOUGHERTY, TRACI L. DOUGHERTY ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000318 ******************** DEBT: $152,190.93 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): KML LAW GROUP, P.C. ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF JEFFERSON HILLS: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1308 MCKINLEY DRIVE, CLAIRTON, PA 15025. DEED BOOK 12545, PAGE 434.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 880-M-275.

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DEFENDANT(S): Robert E. Griffin ******************** CASE NO.: GD-19-001549 ******************** DEBT: $231,528.90 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): LOGS Legal Group LLP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 985 Old Eagle School Road, Suite 514 Wayne, PA 19087 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (610) 278-6800 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills:

Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 4964 Flamingo Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Deed Book Volume I8133, Page 504. Block and Lot Number 3 l 4-P-042.

HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 328 CRESCENT GARDEN DRIVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15235. DEED BOOK VOLUME 12162, PAGE 469, BLOCK AND LOT 537R-00209-0000-00.

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Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 1175 Grandview Drive, Bethel Park, PA 15102. Document Number 2019-30220, Deed Book Volume 17787, Page 48. Block and Lot Number 0666-M-00250-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S): Unknown Heirs to the Estate of Sheldon Holden; Unknown Administrators to the Estate of Sheldon Holden ******************** CASE NO.: MG-26-000006 ******************** DEBT: $47,229.24 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): MDK Legal ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-5611 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Swissvale: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 7932 Saint Lawrence Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15218. Document Number 2006-11837, Deed Book Volume 12817, Page 291.

Block and Lot Number 0234-N-000830000-00.

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HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING KNOWN AS 321 SAINT MORITZ DRIVE, MONROEVILLE, PA 15146, AND DESIGNATED AS BLOCK AND LOT 1108G-144, DEED BOOK VOLUME 17501, PAGE 193.

DEFENDANT(S): Matthew Jennings Adams, AKA Matthew J. Adams ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000962 ******************** DEBT: $187,617.55 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): MDK Legal ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-5611 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny and Borough of Whitehall:

DEFENDANT(S): Dana M. Boyle ******************** CASE NO.: MG-24-000667 ******************** DEBT: $121,333.56 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): MDK Legal ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-5611 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Bethel Park:

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PLAINTIFF(S) BOROUGH OF MOUNT OLIVER Vs. DEFENDANT(S): CHARLES BRISTOL ******************** CASE NO.: GD-25-011534 ******************** DEBT: $6,969.37 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): CHRISTOPHER E. VINCENT ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 546 WENDEL ROAD, IRWIN, PA 15642 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (724) 978-0333 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, BOROUGH OF MOUNT OLIVER: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 216 AMANDA AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15210. DEED BOOK 17401, PAGE 496.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 14-R-281.

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DEFENDANT(S): Vilma Desvignes, Known Heir of Anthony Vieira, Deceased and Winifred Ramberdan, Known Heir of Anthony Vieira, Deceased, Unknown Heirs, Successors, Assigns and All Persons, Firms or Associations Claiming Right, Title or Interest from or Under Anthony Vieira, Deceased ******************** CASE NO.: GD-23-005353 ******************** DEBT: $77,031.36 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Nicole Francese, Esq. ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 1628 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 300, Philadelphia, PA 19103 / 1325 Franklin Avenue, Suite 160, Garden City, NY 11530 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (212) 471-5100 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, and 6th Ward of the City of Pittsburgh: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 3548 MELWOOD AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15213. DEED BOOK VOLUME 6689, PAGE 365. BLOCK AND LOT 0026-F00092-0001-00.

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DEFENDANT(S): Jason J. Shook ******************** CASE NO.: MG-26-000056 ******************** DEBT: $63,897.74 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Timothy A. Cirino, Esq. ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 1628 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 300, Philadelphia, PA 19103 / ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (212) 471-5100 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, AND 19TH WARD OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1614 PRINCESS AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15216. DEED BOOK 12138, PAGE 156. LOT AND BLOCK NUMBER: 0035-H00092-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S): ELIZABETH KOSOL AND RAYMOND KOSOL ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000948 ******************** DEBT: $34,931.01 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 485F Route I South, Suite 300, Iselin, NJ 08830-3072 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (445) 207-4041 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY AND TOWNSHIP OF STOWE: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1347 ISLAND AVE, MCKEES ROCKS, PA 15136.

DEED BOOK VOLUME 9436, PAGE 378.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0112-R-002740000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) MICHAEL A. SUTTON; RUTH W. SUTTON ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000997 ******************** DEBT $248,093.57 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Carolyn Treglia, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): Brock & Scott, PLLC 2011 RENAISSANCE BOULEVARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (844) 856-6646 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, BOROUGH OF WEST MIFFLIN Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 811 DIVISION ST, WEST MIFFLIN, PA 15122. Deed Book Volume 19408, Page 88, Block and Lot Number 0237-P-002460000-00

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DEFENDANT(S) EDWARD HASKINS ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000669 ******************** DEBT $138,289.66 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Carolyn Treglia, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): Brock & Scott, PLLC 2011 RENAISSANCE BOULEVARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (844) 856-6646 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, SOUTH FAYETTE TOWNSHIP Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 1319 OAKRIDGE RD, MC DONALD; PA 15057. Deed Book Volume 18548, Page 228: Block and Lot Number 0258-R-000060000-00 AKA 258-R-6

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DEFENDANT(S) NATHAN D. MYERS AND TURGAY TURKMEN ******************** CASE NO.: GD-26-002265 ******************** DEBT $102,007.07 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Christopher C. Malloy, Esquire McGrath McCall, P.C ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): Four Gateway Center, Suite 1340, 444 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-281-4333 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of South Fayette:

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DEFENDANT(S) Deria E. Davis ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000590 ******************** DEBT $130,231.68 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): MDK Legal ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-5611 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 6842 Alcoma Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15235. Document Number 2019-21489, Deed Book Volume 17696, Page 355. Block and Lot Number 0634-E-00314-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) Jessica Rebholz, Known Heir of the Estate of David H. Nolle, The Unknown Heirs of the Estate of David H. Nolle, The Unknown Executors of the Estate of David H. Nolle and The Unknown Administrators of the Estate of David H. Nolle, ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-001007 ******************** DEBT $110,659.20 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Kristine M. Anthou, Esquire, ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): Grenen & Birsic, P.C. One Gateway Center, 9th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-7650 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, City of Pittsburgh, 18th ward: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A TWO-STORY BRICK DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 426 CAMFIELD STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15210. DBV 11022, PAGE 590, B/L #33-N-69.

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DEFENDANT(S) HARLEM MOORE and HALO PARSONS, IN THEIR CAPACITY AS KNOWN HEIRS OF BRENDAN PARSONS, DECEASED; and THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF BRENDAN PARSONS, DECEASED ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000740 ******************** DEBT $$102,955.71 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): LEON P. HALLER, ESQUIRE ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): PURCELL, KRUG AND HALLER 1719 NORTH FRONT STREET HARRISBURG, PA 17102 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 717-234-4178 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Seventh Ward of the City of McKeesport: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1812 WILLOW STREET, MCKEESPORT, PA 15132. DEED BOOK VOLUME 19531, PAGE 520. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 382-M-333.

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DEFENDANT(S) SHANNON SNYDER ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000545 ******************** DEBT $40,639.46 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): PADGETT LAW GROUP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 1055 E. Baltimore Pike, Suite 201 Media, PA 19063 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 850-422-2520 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY AND BOROUGH OF WHITE OAK: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A TWO-STORY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 126 SENATE STREET, MCKEESPORT, PA 15131. DEED BOOK VOLUME 13040, PAGE 521, INSTRUMENT NUMBER 200636396. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 460-R321

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DEFENDANT(S) Kara A. O’Connor ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000965 ******************** DEBT $105,483.59 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Kristine M. Anthou, Esquire, ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): Grenen & Birsic, P.C. One Gateway Center, 9th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-7650 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 17th Ward of the City of Pittsburgh:

DEFENDANT(S) Georgeann Pistella ******************** CASE NO.: GD-25-014088 ******************** DEBT $36,324.99 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Stern & Eisenberg, PC ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): The Shops at Valley Square, 1581 Main Street, Suite 200 Warrington, PA 18976 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 572-8111 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny and Borough of Whitaker:

PARCEL 1: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A CONDOMINIUM UNIT KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 66 PIUS STREET, UNIT L102, PITTSBURGH, PA 15203. DBV 14638, PAGE 352, B/L #12-N-180-B2.

Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 243 Washington Avenue Rear, Homestead, PA 15120 a/k/a 243 Rear Washington Avenue, Whitaker, PA 15120. Deed Book Volume 16859, Page 132. Block and Lot Number 180-K-302.

PARCEL 2: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A CONDOMINIUM UNIT KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 66 PIUS STREET, UNIT L103, PITTSBURGH, PA 15203. DBV 14638, PAGE 352, B/L #12-N-180-B3.

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DEFENDANT(S) UNKNOWN HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS, AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS OR ASSOCIATIONS, CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST, FROM OR UNDER RONALD E. OAKS ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000846 ******************** DEBT $43,311.30 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 27th Ward of the City of Pittsburgh: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 3269 RICHARDSON AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15212. Deed Book Volume 12604, Page 593. Block and Lot Number 0075-L-00095-0000-00.

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HAVING ERECTED THEREON A RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM KNOWN AS UNIT 33B, 2463 BROOK LEDGE ROAD, BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017 AND DESIGNATED AS BLOCK AND LOT 481-S-473-33B.

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DEFENDANT(S) PITTSBURG LUXE, LLC AND JILL HUBBELL ******************** CASE NO.: GD-26-001114 ******************** DEBT $204,713.52 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 485F Route I South, Suite 300, Iselin, NJ 08830-3072 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (445) 207-4041 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY AND SECOND WARD OF THE CITY OF CLAIRTON: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 924 JEFFERSON DRIVE, CLAIRTON, PA 15025. DEED BOOK VOLUME 19587, PAGE 485. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0879-P-00174-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) UNKNOWN SURVIVING HEIRS OF DEBORAH A. SCHOLLAERT ******************** CASE NO.: GD-25-011909 ******************** DEBT $50,856.18 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): ERIC ROCHKIND, ESQUIRE ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC 216 HADDON AVENUE, SUITE 201 WESTMONT, NJ 08108 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (856) 858-7080 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEAL TH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF WEST MIFFLIN: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1705 ANNA AVENUE, WEST MIFFLIN, PENNSYLVANIA 15122. DEED BOOK VOLUME 14938, PAGE 17, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0240-S-00238-0003-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) ALFREDO M. IGLESIAS a/k/a ALFREDO IGLESIAS and MIXOFI-1 REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST ******************** CASE NO.: GD-26-000025 ******************** DEBT $196,168.39 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): David L. Scherer, Esquire McGrath McCall, P.C. ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): Four Gateway Center, Suite 1340, 444 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, ·PA 15222 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-281-4333 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 14TH Ward, City of Pittsburgh: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM UNIT DWELLING BEING MUNICIPALLY KNOWN AS 5120 Fifth AVENUE, UNIT 103, PITTSBURGH, PA 15232, DEED BOOK VOLUME 19264, PAGE 134. LOT & BLOCK 52-L-34103.

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DEFENDANT(S) ROBERT G. MAIN and JOCELYN P. MAIN ******************** CASE NO.: GD-25-004011 ******************** DEBT $76,980.59 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Michelle L. Pierro., Esq. (PA ID No. 317454 ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): Metz Lewis Brodman Must O’Keefe, LLC 444 Liberty Ave. Suite 2100 Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 918-1100 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 17th Ward, City of Pittsburgh: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A THREE FAMILY DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1822 MARY STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15203. DEED BOOK VOLUME 13425 PAGE 395. Block & Lot# 12-N-00073

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DEFENDANT(S) 2524 E CARSON PLACE LLC ******************** CASE NO.: GD-25-013566 ******************** DEBT $54,417.40 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Daniel H. Stoner, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 304 Ross Street, Suite 500, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 515-0939 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, and the 16th Ward of the City of Pittsburgh: being vacant commercial land known and numbered as E Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203.

Deed Book 16623, Page 365. Block and Lot Number 0012-M-00032-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) Unknown Heirs, Successors, Assigns and All Persons, Firms or Associations Claiming Right, Title or Interest from or Under Sohail M. Ansari, Deceased, Sohail Ansari ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000602 ******************** DEBT $219,319.55 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jacqueline McNally, Esq ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 1628 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 300, Philadelphia, PA 19103 / 1325 Franklin Avenue, Suite 160, Garden City, NY 11530 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (212) 471-5100 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, AND MUNICIPALITY OF MONROEVILLE: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 510 CENTER ROAD, MONROEVILLE, PA 15146 MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 16657, PAGE 89. LOT AND BLOCK 0854-K-00064-0000-00

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DEFENDANT(S) EDWARD T. DIXON AND CHRISTINE DIXON ******************** CASE NO.: MG-26-000181 ******************** DEBT $78,626.75 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 485F Route 1 South, Suite 300, Iselin, NJ 08830-3072 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (445) 207-4041 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY AND 27TH WARD OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1011 GRAND AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15212. DEED BOOK VOLUME 14098, PAGE 138. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0076-K-00062-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S)HOWARD D. SUHAN SR. INDIVIDUALLY, HOWARD SUHAN JR., SHARMEN SHORT AKA SHARMEN MCKINNEY, ROBIN RICHARDS, SOLELY IN THEIR CAPACITY AS HEIRS OF DAISY SUHAN, DECEASED AND UNKNOWN HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS, OR ASSOCIATIONS CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER DAISY SUHAN, DECEASED ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000442 ******************** DEBT $I69,081.56 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 485F Route 1 South, Suite 300, Iselin, NJ 08830-3072 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (445) 207-4041 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY AND TOWNSHIP OF FAWN: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 100 STOEBENER LANE, NATRONA HEIGHTS, PA 15065. DEED BOOK VOLUME I 7243, PAGE 332.BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 2202-D-00 173-0000-00.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Steel Valley School District and Borough of Munhall Vs. DEFENDANT(S)Leia Williams ******************** CASE NO.: GD-24-010383 ******************** DEBT $12,019.02 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jeffrey D. Ries, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 714 Lebanon Road, West Mifflin, PA 15122 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-464-9997 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: ALL THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE SITUATE IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, AND BOROUGH OF MUNHALL. HAVING ERECTED THEREON A TWO-STORY, OLD-STYLE FRAME DWELLING, KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 236 EAST 21sT AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, PENNSYLVANIA 15120. DEED BOOK VOLUME 18477, PAGE 280, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 13l-H-345.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Penn Hills School District and Municipality of Penn Hills Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Omar Foster ******************** CASE NO.: GD 23-006355 ******************** DEBT $10,231.30 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 574 GROVE ROAD, VERONA, PA 15147.

DEED BOOK 15671, PAGE 156.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 229-R-148.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Wilkinsburg School District and Wilkinsburg Borough Vs. DEFENDANT(S) CHERYL ANN BANKS, ELEANOR KATHLEEN BANKS AND JAMES ROBERT BANKS ******************** CASE NO.: GD 23-007157 ******************** DEBT $11,976.65 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2042 BOGGS AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221. DEED BOOK 15744, PAGE 427. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 297-F-99.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Wilkinsburg School District and Wilkinsburg Borough Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Nichole Cheatham ******************** CASE NO.: GD 17-009395 ******************** DEBT $90,887.52 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A TWO FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1800 MONTIER STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15221. DEED BOOK 15477, PAGE 419.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 232-M-47.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Wilkinsburg School District and Wilkinsburg Borough Vs. DEFENDANT(S) BANKERS TRUST COMPANY, TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF AMERICAN HOUSING TRUST. V ******************** CASE NO.: GD 23-010848 ******************** DEBT $11,525.67 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1419 LAKETON RD., PITTSBURGH, PA 15221. DEED BOOK 8210, PAGE 364. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 232-L-135.

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PLAINTIFF(S): BRENTWOOD BOROUGH SCHOOL DISTRICT and BRENTWOOD BOROUGH, Vs. DEFENDANT(S) JOSEPH POMETTO ******************** CASE NO.: GD 25-004792 ******************** DEBT $8,479.92 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): JOHN T. VOGEL, TUCKER ARENSBERG, P.C. ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): TUCKER ARENSBERG, P.C. ONE PPG PLACE, STE 1500 PITTSBURGH, PA 15222 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412.594.3902 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF BRENTWOOD: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 429 - 431 JACOBSON DRIVE, PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA 15227, DEED BOOK VOLUME 16141, PAGE 280, BLOCK AND LOT 137-S-294

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PLAINTIFF(S):Wilkinsburg School District and Wilkinsburg Borough Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Marquan Wilson ******************** CASE NO.: GD 25-004771 ******************** DEBT $56,887.03 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: BEING A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 607 MIDLAND STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221.

DEED BOOK 20115, PAGE 283. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 233-L-143.

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PLAINTIFF(S):Chartiers Valley School District Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Unknown Heirs of Willis A. Boothe, Deceased a/k/a Willis A. Booth, Deceased ******************** CASE NO.: GD 26-002428 ******************** DEBT $74,868.83 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Collier: BEING ALL THAT VACANT LAND KNOWN AS AVALON STREET, CARNEGIE, PA 15106. DEED BOOK 1272, PAGE 133.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 148-J-6.

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DEFENDANT(S) ROBERT D. JASPER & BRIAN C. JASPER, IN THEIR CAPACITY AS HEIRS OF ARLENE JASPER; UNKNOWN HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS, AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS, OR ASSOCIATIONS CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER ARLENE JASPER ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000772 ******************** DEBT $100,101.22 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Collier Township: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 562 THOMAS STREET EXT, BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017.

Deed Book Volume 7875, Page 555. Block and Lot Number 0145-S-00002-0000-00 Alternate ID:9905-X-01668-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) Jennifer Gostowski and Evan Gostowski ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000951 ******************** DEBT $352,575.17 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Powers Kirn, LLC ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): Eight Neshaminy Interplex, Suite 215, Trevose, PA 19053 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 215-942-2090 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 14Ward of the City of Pittsburgh: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 6387 Ebdy Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15217.

Deed Book Volume 18568, Page 579, Instrument 2021-27925, Block and Lot Number 87-R-l 08.

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DEFENDANT(S) PITTSBURG LUXE LLC AND JILL HUBBELL ******************** CASE NO.: GD-26-000853 ******************** DEBT $117,111.03 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 485F Route I South, Suite 300, lselin, NJ 08830-3072 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (445) 207-4041 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY AND BOROUGH OF TURTLE CREEK: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 210 TORRENCE STREET, TURTLE CREEK, PA 15145. DEED BOOK VOLUME 19598, PAGE 498. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0455-R-00212-0000-00.

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PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny Vs. DEFENDANT(S) A+ Rental LLC ******************** CASE NO.: GD 25-007351 ******************** DEBT $2,201.28 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of White Oak: Having erected thereon a two-story frame house being known as 3109 State Street, McKeesport, PA 15131. Deed Book Volume 18440, Page 249, Block & Lot No, 461-D-201.

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PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Duane C. Barber and the United States of America ******************** CASE NO.: GD24-008173 ******************** DEBT $3,197.43 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills: Having erected thereon a one and half frame house known as 1902 Brushton Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15235. Deed Book Volume 17100, Page 284. Block & Lot 173G-275.

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PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Frank Cutillo ******************** CASE NO.: GD 23-011560 ******************** DEBT $2,749.00 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of West Mifflin: Having erected thereon a two-story frame house being known as 419 Victoria Street, West Mifflin, PA 15122. Deed Book Volume 15488, Page 405, Block & Lot No. 182-B-228.

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PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Richard A. Matisz ******************** CASE NO.: GD 25-001934 ******************** DEBT $2,395.85 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Harmar: Having erected thereon a one-story frame house being known as 32 Deborah Lynn Court, Cheswick, PA 15024. Deed Book Volume 6047, Page 71. Block & Lot No. 622-N-32.

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PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Lawrence J. Mull ******************** CASE NO.: GD 25-001714 ******************** DEBT $3,615.45 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Richland: Having erected thereon a one-story frame house being known as 3612 Northfield Drive, Gibsonia, PA 15044. Deed Book Volume 9338, Page 63. Block & Lot No. 1504-B-69.

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PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Pamela Dusch ******************** CASE NO.: GD 25-003988 ******************** DEBT $3,514.50 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Bethel Park:

PLAINTIFF(S): Woodland Hills School District Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Candace Mary Rozzano Zelen ******************** CASE NO.: G.D. 22-013922 ******************** DEBT $7,615.23 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of East Pittsburgh:

Having erected thereon a two-story masonry frame house being known as 96 Spartan Drive, Bethel Park, PA 15102.

Deed Book Volume 17394, Page 83. Block & Lot No. 393-J-157.

Having erected thereon a two and onehalf story two-family house being known as 512 Ridge Avenue, East Pittsburgh, PA 15112. Deed Book Volume 7900, Page 205.

Block & Lot No. 375-L-46.

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PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny Vs. DEFENDANT(S) John R. Franz & Charlene Franz ******************** CASE NO.: GD 25-004167 ******************** DEBT $2,877.25 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Baldwin:

PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Robert W. Stevenson ******************** CASE NO.: GD 25-008064 ******************** DEBT $4,273.52 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Mt. Lebanon:

Having erected thereon a two-story brick house being known as 2830 Waterman Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15227. Deed Book Volume 4501, Page 449. Block & Lot No. 94-C-34.

Having erected thereon a one-story two-family house being known as 154-156 Mount Lebanon Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15228. Deed Book Volume 10984, Page 13. Block & Lot No. 192-P-54.

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PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny Vs. DEFENDANT(S) G FM Associates ******************** CASE NO.: GD 25-008697 ******************** DEBT $2,365.49 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Mt. Lebanon: Being thereon vacant commercial land known as Florida Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15228. Deed Book Volume 5160, Page 567. Block & Lot No. 141-E-60.

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PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Eric Lineberry ******************** CASE NO.: GD 25-008513 ******************** DEBT $2,866.94 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Crescent: Having erected thereon a two-story frame house being known as 1358 Front Street, Crescent, PA 15046. Deed Book Volume 12550, Page 541. Block & Lot No. 702-D130

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PLAINTIFF(S): Woodland Hills School District Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Terina Hicks ******************** CASE NO.: GD 25-005994 ******************** DEBT $4,084.01 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Swissvale: Having erected thereon a two-story brick house being known as 2620 Belmar Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15218. Deed Book Volume 12389, Page 356. Block & Lot No. 235-P-168.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Borough of Dormont Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Holly M. Nesbitt ******************** CASE NO.: GD 17-002824 ******************** DEBT $4,360.65 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Dormont: Having erected thereon a two-story brick house known as 2965 Glenmore Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216. Deed Book Volume 11437, Page 476. Block & Lot 98-D-394.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Borough of Dormont Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Holly M. Nesbitt ******************** CASE NO.: GD 17-002824 ******************** DEBT $4,360.65 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Dormont: Having erected thereon a two-story brick house known as 2965 Glenmore Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216. Deed Book Volume 11437, Page 476. Block & Lot 98-D-394.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Borough of Dormont Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Jennifer Donnelly ******************** CASE NO.: GD 25-005642 ******************** DEBT $4,800.00 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Mt. Oliver: Having erected thereon a one-story frame house being known as 342 Anthony Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15210. Deed Book Volume 12744, Page 416, Block & Lot No. 32-E-360.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Borough of Mt. Oliver Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Donald James Jackson ******************** CASE NO.: GD 25-005668 ******************** DEBT: $10,234.64 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Mt. Oliver: Having erected thereon a two-story brick house being known as 529 Giffin Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15210. Deed Book Volume 16181, Page 66, Block & Lot No. 33-M-188.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Borough of Mt. Oliver Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Melissa Ann Luffy ******************** CASE NO.: GD 25-005679 ******************** DEBT: $7,061.17 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Mt. Oliver: Having erected thereon a two-story masonry frame house being known as 531 Giffin Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15210. Deed Book Volume 15955, Page 466, Block & Lot No. 33-M-187.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Township of Harmar Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Janet L. Detman, Executrix of the Estate of Alice M. Detman, Deceased ******************** CASE NO.: GD 13-001417 ******************** DEBT: $3,757.29 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Joseph W, Gramc, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Harmar: Having erected thereon a two-story frame house being known as 112 Pearl Avenue, Cheswick, PA 15024. Deed Book Volume 4533, Page 521, Block & Lot No. 530-N-261

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DEFENDANT(S) Juan Aleman ******************** CASE NO.: MG-26-000108 ******************** DEBT: $162,845.51 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Stephen M. Hladik, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): Hladik, Onorato and Federman, LLP 298 Wissahickon Avenue, North Wales, PA 19454 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 855-9521 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, BOROUGH OF DRAVOSBURG :

DEFENDANT(S) TIP TOP PROPERTY INVESTORS, LLC ******************** CASE NO.: GD-25-013598 ******************** DEBT: $444,171.17 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jill M. Fein, Esquire/ Hill Wallack LLP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 1000 Floral Vale Boulevard, Suite 300, Yardley, PA 19067 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 579-7700 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, City of Pittsburgh-21st Ward

HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 25 GOLDSTROM AVENUE, DRAVOSBURG, PA 15034. DEED BOOK VOLUME 19655, PAGE 149. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 309-C-136.

HAVING ERECTED THEREON A RES AUX BUILDING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2001 BELDALE ST., PITTSBURGH, PA 15233 DEED BOOK VOLUME 19286, PAGE 116. BLOCK & LOT NO. 22-E-279

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PLAINTIFF(S): Riverview School District Vs. DEFENDANT(S) HP PROPERTY PRO LLC ******************** CASE NO.: GD 23-011285 ******************** DEBT: $16,636.42 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Oakmont: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 800 VALLEY ST., OAKMONT, PA 15139. DEED BOOK 15933, PAGE 6. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 363S-253.

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DEFENDANT(S) SHANNON LEE MAYS AND THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000028 ******************** DEBT: $338,210.30 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jill M. Fein, Esquire/ Hill Wallack LLP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 1000 Floral Vale Boulevard, Suite 300, Yardley, PA 19067 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 579-7700 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of South Fayette HAVING ERECTED THEREON A TWO-STORY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 8022 WOODCREEK DR., BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017, DEED BOOK VOLUME 18459, PAGE 192. BLOCK & LOT NO. 399-B-53.

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DEFENDANT(S) AMY BAIR AND RICHARD M. BAIR ******************** CASE NO.: MG-16-001613 ******************** DEBT: $104,255.51 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jill M. Fein, Esquire/ Hill Wallack LLP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 1000 Floral Vale Boulevard, Suite 300, Yardley, PA 19067 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 579-7700 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of West Mifflin HAVING ERECTED THEREON A ONE-STORY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2603 CAMPBELL CIR., WEST MIFFLIN, PA 15122, DEED BOOK VOLUME 13278, PAGE 69. BLOCK & LOT NO. 241-B-239.

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DEFENDANT(S) HEATHER R. WISE ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-001097 ******************** DEBT: $52,619.68 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jill M. Fein, Esquire/ Hill Wallack LLP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 1000 Floral Vale Boulevard, Suite 300, Yardley, PA 19067 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 579-7700 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilmerding HAVING ERECTED THEREON A TWO-STORY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 408 WELSH AVE., WILMERDING, PA 15148 DEED BOOK VOLUME 13262, PAGE 414.

BLOCK & LOT NO. 546-F-374.

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DEFENDANT(S) Donna M. Connors ******************** CASE NO.: GD-24-010212 ******************** DEBT: $101,520.74 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Stephen M. Hladik, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): Hladik, Onorato and Federman, LLP 298 Wissahickon Avenue, North Wales, PA 19454 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 855-9521 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 15TH WARD OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 14 AUGUSTINE STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15207.

DEED BOOK VOLUME 12492, PAGE 45.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 55-A-146.

DEFENDANT(S) SHARON M. DEVINE AND MICHAEL A. FONAS ******************** CASE NO.: GD-25-008993 ******************** DEBT: $110,691.36 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jill M. Fein, Esquire/ Hill Wallack LLP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 1000 Floral Vale Boulevard, Suite 300, Yardley, PA 19067 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 579-7700 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Brentwood HAVING ERECTED THEREON A ONE AND HALF STORY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 4384 COLONIAL PARK DR, PITTSBURGH, PA 15227 DEED BOOK VOLUME 14148, PAGE 522. BLOCK & LOT NO. 248-C-21.

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DEFENDANT(S) Justin Portis, known Heir of Shirley M. Portis a/k/a Shirley Portis, deceased, Unknown Heirs, Successors, Assigns and All Persons, Firms or Associations Claiming Right, Title or Interest from or under Shirley M. Portis a/k/a Shirley Portis, deceased ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000006 ******************** DEBT: $69,702.66 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): LOGS Legal Group LLP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 985 Old Eagle School Road, Suite 514 Wayne, PA 19087 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (610) 278-6800 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 182 HARVEST DRIVE, VERONA, PA 15147.

DEED BOOK VOLUME 10397, PAGE 135, BLOCK AND LOT 0294-P-00249-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) Vicki L. Martuseavich; Donald S. Martuseavich, Sr. ******************** CASE NO.: . MG-25-000774 ******************** DEBT: $100,177.78 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): MDK Legal ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-5611 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Shaler Township: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 626 Vilsack Road, Glenshaw, PA 15116. Document Number 106197, Deed Book Volume 11091, Page 540. Block and Lot Number 0354-A-00004-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) Shelbi L. White; David M. White ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000775 ******************** DEBT: $263,072.22 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): MDK Legal ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-5611 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, City of Pittsburgh, Ward 27: PARCEL 1 Having erected a commercial building being known and numbered as 3178 McClure Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Document Number 2020-5968, Deed Book Volume 17953, Page 555, Block and Lot Number 0075-S00126-0000-00.

PARCEL2 Vacant Commercial Land being known and known as McClure Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Document Number 2020-5968, Deed Book Volume 17953, Page 555, Block and Lot Number 0075-S00125-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) Lucee E. Karu ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000490 ******************** DEBT: $77,024.56 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Stem & Eisenberg, PC ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): The Shops at Valley Square, 1581 Main Street, Suite 200 Warrington, PA 18976 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 572-8111 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny and Borough of Carnegie: PARCEL 1: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 642 RIDGE AVENUE, CARNEGIE, PA 15106. DEED BOOK VOLUME 19254, PAGE 336. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0066-N-00138-0000-00.

PARCEL 2: BEING VACANT LAND BEING KNOWN AS BOQUET STREET, CARNEGIE, PA 15106. DEED BOOK VOLUME 19251, PAGE 336. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0066-N-00134-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) MELISSA M. HEPNER A/K/A MELISSA HEPNER; ROBERT C. HEPNER A/K/A ROBERT HEPNER ******************** CASE NO.: GD-24-007210 ******************** DEBT: $99,415.36 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Ross Township: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 354 BASCOM AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15214. Deed Book Volume 13149, Page 509. Block and Lot Number 0161-M-00219-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) JESSE HEPLER ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000085 ******************** DEBT: $44,308.97 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 485F Route I South, Suite 300, Iselin, NJ 08830-3072 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (445) 207-4041 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY AND 20TH WARD OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 3157 ASHLYN STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15204. DEED BOOK VOLUME 17585, PAGE 362. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0042-L-00258-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) William R. Tomco ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000750 ******************** DEBT: $66,858.31 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Timothy A. Cirino, Esq. ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 1628 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 300 Philadelphia, PA 19103 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (212) 471-5100 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY AND BOROUGH OF WHITE OAK: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1310 AMHERST STREET, MCKEESPORT, PA 15131 aka 1310 AMHERST STREET, WHITE OAK, PA 15131. DEED BOOK 8373, PAGE 364. BLOCKAND LOT NUMBER 0461-L-00133-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) Hemanth K. Setty and Srisiri Shilparani Setty ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-001072 ******************** DEBT: $488,316.30 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Nicole Francese, Esq. ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 1628 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 300 Philadelphia, PA 19103 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (212) 471-5100 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, TOWNSHIP OF MARSHALL: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 503 TUSCARORA ROAD, MARS, PA 16046. DEED BOOK VOLUME 18245, PAGE 469, ET SEQ., BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER: 2372-M-00156-0000-00 F/K/A 2372-M-82.

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DEFENDANT(S) Lewisbrothers0412 LLC ******************** CASE NO.: GD-26-000316 ******************** DEBT: $194,523.10 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jacqueline McNally, Esq. ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 1628 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 300, Philadelphia, PA 19103 / 1325 Franklin Avenue, Suite 160, Garden City, NY 11530 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (212)471-5100 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF SWISSVALE: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2213 WOODSTOCK AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15218 MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 19706, PAGE 228. LOT AND BLOCK: 0178-H-002100000-00

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DEFENDANT(S) Estate of Shawn D. Dodds, deceased mortgagor/last record owner Kimberly Dodds, Dylan M. Dodds, Brandon T. Dodds, Austin P. Dodds, known heirs of Shawn D. Dodds, deceased mortgagor/last record owner & Unknown heirs, devisees and personal representatives of Shawn D. Dodds, deceased and his, her, their or any of their successors in right, title and interest ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000591 ******************** DEBT: $93,697.81 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): EMMANUEL J. ARGENTIERI ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 52 NEWTON AVENUE, P.O. BOX 456, WOODBURY, NJ 08096 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (856) 384-1515 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny and Borough of West Elizabeth: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 318 First Street, West Elizabeth, PA 15088. Deed Book Volume 11737, Page 505. Block and Lot Number 1133-G-36.

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DEFENDANT(S) Brian M. Krayvo ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000637 ******************** DEBT: $98,898.40 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Robert P. Wendt, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 275 Curry Hollow Rd, Bldg. 1, Suite 280, Pittsburgh, PA 15236 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-530-1025 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: All the following described real estate situated in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, and Borough of Jefferson Hills.

Having erected thereon a residential single-family dwelling being known and numbered as 3039 Walton Rd, Finleyville, PA 15332; Deed Book/Page 17448/314; Deed Instrument No. 2018-37557; which has a Block and Lot of 1135-F-81.

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DEFENDANT(S) Walter V. Leon ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000658 ******************** DEBT: $46,842.76 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Robert P. Wendt, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 275 Curry Hollow Rd, Bldg. I, Suite 280, Pittsburgh, PA 15236 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-530-1025 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: All the following described real estate situated in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, and Borough of West Mifflin.

Having erected thereon a residential single-family dwelling being known and numbered as 3712 Rodeo Dr, West Mifflin, PA 15122; Deed Book/Page 14779/64; Deed Instrument No. 2012-61; which has a Block and Lot of 310-A-142.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Steel Valley School District Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Patrick E. McDonough and Mary M. McDonough, Known Heirs of Margaret L. McDonough ******************** CASE NO.: GD-26-000899 ******************** DEBT: $6,468.51 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jeffrey D. Ries, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 714 Lebanon Road, West Mifflin, PA 15122 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-464-9997 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF MUNHALL: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 3629 ADA STREET, HOMESTEAD, PENNSYLVANIA 15120, DEED BOOK VOLUME 4140, PAGE 565, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 133-C-83.

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DEFENDANT(S) GEORGE HEINLEIN a/k/a GEORGE L. HEINLEIN, JR. ******************** CASE NO.: MG-25-000708 ******************** DEBT: $42,978.56 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): David W. Raphael, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF PENNSYLVANIA, 626 Washington Place, 25th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 465-9718 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: ALL OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE SITUATED IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, AND THE 26TH WARD, CITY OF PITTSBURGH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 6 LOPELLA STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15212. AT DBV DE 12654, PG 232. BLOCK 078-R-78.

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DEFENDANT(S) Royal Realty by TLM, LLC and Titus Lamar Morris ******************** CASE NO.: MG-24-000780 ******************** DEBT: $120,392.56 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 485F Route 1 South, Suite 300, Iselin, NJ 08830-3072 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (445) 207-4041 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY AND TOWNSHIP OF STOWE: HAVING ERECIBD THEREON A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 90 HIGHLAND AVENUE, MCKEES ROCKS, PA 15136. DEED BOOK VOLUME 17507, PAGE 506. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0073-S-00277-0000-00.

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PLAINTIFF(S) Wilkinsburg School District and Wilkinsburg Borough Vs. DEFENDANT(S) U.S. Bank National Association as Trustee for the Registered Holders of Salomon Brothers Mortgage Securities VII, Inc. Under the Applicable Pooling and Servicing Agreement ******************** CASE NO.: GD 25-012951 ******************** DEBT: $83,812.22 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: BEING A COMMERCIAL APARTMENT BUILDING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 801 HILL AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221: DEED BOOK 10762, PAGE 485.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 232-N-240.

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PLAINTIFF(S) Wilkinsburg School District and Wilkinsburg Borough Vs. DEFENDANT(S) The Unknown Heirs of Anthony Chappie, Deceased ******************** CASE NO.: .GD 26-001466 ******************** DEBT: $39,224.58 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: BEING A TWO FAMILY DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1109-1111 ROSS AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221.

DEED BOOK 11652, PAGE 526. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 233-B-350.

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PLAINTIFF(S) Wilkinsburg School District and Wilkinsburg Borough Vs. DEFENDANT(S) The Unknown Heirs of James W. Ellison, Deceased ******************** CASE NO.:GD 26-001474 ******************** DEBT: $128,374.88 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: BEING A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 730 HILL AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221. DEED BOOK 4457, PAGE 609. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 232-N-6.

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PLAINTIFF(S) Wilkinsburg School District and Wilkinsburg Borough Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Dolores A. McKeithen ******************** CASE NO.:GD 26-001469 ******************** DEBT: $6.499.45 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: BEING A ROWHOUSE DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1022 NORTH AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221. DEED BOOK 15062, PAGE 142.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 233-8-32.

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PLAINTIFF(S) Wilkinsburg School District and Wilkinsburg Borough Vs. DEFENDANT(S) The Unknown Heirs of Sally O. Townsend a/k/a Sally O. Jennings Townsend ******************** CASE NO.:GD 26-001470 ******************** DEBT: $40.570.42 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: BEING A ROWHOUSE DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1024 NORTH AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221. DEED BOOK 7566, PAGE 398.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 233-8-31.

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PLAINTIFF(S) Wilkinsburg School District and Wilkinsburg Borough Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Exie Mae Steele and Exie Charlotte Markowsky ******************** CASE NO.:GD 25-012944 ******************** DEBT: $20,606.02 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: BEING A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1329 SINGER PLACE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221.

DEED BOOK 11276, PAGE 317. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 175-H-286.

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PLAINTIFF(S) Wilkinsburg School District and Wilkinsburg Borough Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Dennis T. Garner ******************** CASE NO.:GD 25-013014 ******************** DEBT: $42,606.74 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: BEING VACANT LAND KNOWN AS SWISSVALE AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221. DEED BOOK 18442, PAGE 585.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 233-J-216.

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PLAINTIFF(S) Wilkinsburg School District and Wilkinsburg Borough Vs. DEFENDANT(S) All Unknown Heirs of Helen M. Unangst, Deceased ******************** CASE NO.:GD 26-000284 ******************** DEBT: $2.161.68 ******************** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S): Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire ******************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(S): 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: BEING VACANT LAND KNOWN AS SWISSVALE AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221. WILL BOOK 874, PAGE 521.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 233-E-13.

Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s lien at the location indicated: 141 N Braddock Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15208 on August 12, 2026 @ 11:00AM for Mark Marinch 3072.

The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com.

Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

Extra Space Storage will be holding a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s lien at the location indicated: 700 E. Carson St., Pittsburgh, PA 15203 on August 12, 2026 at 12:15pm. 2134 Dustin Jones, 3034 Shawn Pickens, 3041 Lateeya Egleston. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com.

Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s lien at the location indicated: 1212 Madison Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15212, on 8/12/2026 @ 1:30pm.

For Brent Quarles 2041, Ellen Suleiman 2081, Janlynn Jordon 4049, Taylor Szczepaniuk 5082, Rachel Hido 6093, and James Williams L136. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com.

Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

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Estate of CHARLES J. BURKHART, JR., (deceased), of Whitehall. No. 7827 of 2025, Lois M. Vitti, Adm., 663 Fifth Street, Oakmont, PA 15139. To Lois M. Vitti and Vitti Law Group, Inc. Attys. 663 Fifth Street, Oakmont, PA 15139 MS. SHARON KAY WILLIAMS A/K/A S. WILLIAMS, Deceased, of 936 Lysle Avenue, Mckeesport, PA 15133. Estate No. 02-2604444, Mr. Sean C. Williams, Executor, c/o Feldman Law Group, 1322 5th Avenue, Coraopolis, PA 15108 MS. ZOE B. OESTERLING A/K/A ZOE OESTERLING, Deceased, of 2032 Laurel Drive, Coraopolis, PA 15108. Estate No. 0217-00598, Ms. Zoe LaRocca, Administratrix c.t.a., c/o Feldman Law Group, 1322 5th Avenue, Coraopolis, PA 15108

Estate of SHAWN PATRICK HOGAN (deceased), of Pittsburgh. No. 01374 of 2026, Judith Hogan, Adm., 313 Marose Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15235 To Lois M. Vitti and Vitti Law Group, Inc. Attys.

663 Fifth Street, Oakmont, PA 15139 Estate of COLLEEN M. KINEVEY, Deceased of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, No. 02-2604341, Megan A. Yahner, Administrator, 391 40th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15224 or to William T. Yahner, Administrator, 722 Wisteria Avenue, Apt E3., Pittsburgh, PA 15228 or to ROBIN L. RARIE, Atty; BRENLOVE & FULLER, LLC., 401 Washington Avenue, Bridgeville, PA 15017 Estate of BETSY MARTIN, A/K/A BERTHA ANN MARTIN, Case No. 4330 of 2026. Michael C. Loveday appointed Administrator by Order dated July 9, 2026. Peter B. Lewis Counsel, Neighborhood Legal Services, 928 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Petition to Determine Title to 108 Marlow Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15220, formerly owned by ERIKKA Y. MATTHEWS, deceased, filed May 1, 2026 by Nashay Matthews, No. 2923 of 2026. Holly A. Hickman, Neighborhood Legal Services, Counsel. , 928 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Estate of BARBARA MURPHY, Deceased, of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County,Pennsylvania. No. 022604516, Deborah Murphy, Executor, 3112 Avalon Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.

NOTICE Notice is hereby given that on August 11, 2026, at 7:00 o’clock PM at the Braddock Borough Municipal Building, 415 6th Street, Braddock, Pennsylvania, the Council of the Borough of Braddock, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania will act on an Ordinance to amend the earned income tax rate on residents and non-residents of the Borough of Braddock.

The proposed Ordinance would levy a two percent (2.00%) tax on all earned income and net profits on residents of the Borough of Braddock and a one percent (1.00%) tax on all earned income and net profits earned by non-residents for work done or services performed or rendered in the Borough of Braddock.

The increase in the earned income tax rate is necessary to offset revenue shortfalls, address increased operational costs, and ensure the fiscal stability of the Borough of Braddock. Council has determined that the increase is essential to maintain the fiscal health of the Borough of Braddock and to continue providing necessary services to its residents.

The earned income tax increase is estimated to generate approximately $51,737.07 in additional annual revenue for the Borough of Braddock in fiscal year 2027.

If adopted, the increased earned income tax rate will become effective on January 1, 2027.

The Ordinance in its entirety will be on display in the Borough of Braddock’s Municipal Building and shall be available for view during normal business hours.

The following is the Title of the complete body of the ordinance: BOROUGH OF BRADDOCK ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF BRADDOCK, ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1159 AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 1169, ORDINANCE NO. 1182, ORDINANCE NO. 1185, ORDINANCE NO. 1185-A, ORDINANCE NO. 1194, ORDINANCE NO. 1195, ORDINANCE NO. 2002, AND THE EIT ORDINANCE PASSED IN 2021, TO AMEND THE EARNED INCOME TAX RATES ON RESIDENTS AND NON-RESIDENTS OF THE BOROUGH OF BRADDOCK, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. The general public can provide comments as to the content of the proposed codification at the public hearing at the time and place set forth in this Notice.

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Estate of HILDA ROBINSON, deceased of ­ North Versailles, PA, Estate No. 022503204, Linda Baynes as the Administrator or to Quinntarra Morant, Esq., PO Box 10946, Pittsburgh, PA 15236 Estate of DEMETRIUS YANDRIC (deceased), of Coraopolis, No. 0423 of 2026, Ana Yandrich, Executrix or to Alex Ostojich, Esq., Strassburger McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky, Attys., 444 Liberty Avenue, Ste. 2200, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Estate of RITA T. YOEST, Deceased of Jefferson Hills, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, No. 02-26-04342, Heidi A. Myers, Executor, 104 Farm Lane, Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 or to TODD A. FULLER, Atty; BRENLOVE & FULLER, L L C . , 4 0 1 Wa s h i n g t o n Av e n u e , Bridgeville, PA 15017

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Borough of Wilkinsburg Zoning Hearing Board on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers of the Borough Building located at 605 Ross Avenue, Wilkinsburg, PA 15221, to consider the following application: ZHB 8-4-26: Applicant, Grow Pittsburgh, seeks a variance from Sections 260-603(A), 260603(B)(2)(c) and Table 14 of the Wilkinsburg Zoning Ordinance for properties located at 806 Holland Avenue, Wilkinsburg, PA 15221, Block and Lot Nos. 176-H-158 and 176-H-161, and 406 Center Street, Wilkinsburg, PA 15221, Block and Lot No. 176-H-165. The Applicant is seeking a reduction in the minimum required parking spaces associated with the expansion of an existing urban agriculture facility. The subject properties are located in the R-2/ TOD Zoning District.

Those residents and taxpayers of the Borough and/or those who otherwise have legal standing will be permitted to provide testimony and evidence at the hearing.

Information regarding this application can be viewed in the Wilkinsburg Code Enforcement Office, 605 Ross Avenue, Wilkinsburg, PA 15221, Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

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NOTICE OF MEETING & PUBLIC HEARING THORNBURG BOROUGH ZONING HEARING BOARD NOTICE is hereby given that the Thornburg Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold a meeting and public hearing on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Thornburg Community Center located at 545 Hamilton Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15205 concerning the following matter: The application of Alexander and Zoe Work, requesting a variance from §27-1404.C.3.C. of the Thornburg Zoning Ordinance, to allow for a fence on the left side of the house towards Eton Rd. (which is considered part of the front yard under the Zoning Ordinance). The subject property is located at 1177 Harvard R o a d , P i t t s b u r g h , PA 1 5 2 0 5 (Allegheny County Parcel I.D. No. 0106-R-00294-0000-00) and is zoned R-1s Residential.

The Board will consider any other matters that come before it. The above application may be reviewed by contacting the Borough Secretary at Thornburg.secretary@gmail.com or 412-417-0144. All interested parties are invited to attend and be heard in accordance with the rules and procedures established by the Board. Any unfinished business at the end of this public hearing will be continued to a future hearing date.

Alexis M. Wheeler Solicitor for the Zoning Hearing Board

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HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFBS) FOR MURRAY TOWER COMPREHENSIVE REHABILITATION, AMP-31 HACP IFB OR 600-08-26 REBID THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH will receive sealed bids for General Construction Services for the Murray Tower Comprehensive Rehabilitation project, AMP-31.

The construction work is estimated to begin in December of 2026.

Bid Documents will be available on or about Monday, July 20, 2026, and may be obtained from the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh’s webpage, www.hacp.org. Bidders may register on the website and download the bid documents free of charge.

A Pre-Bid Conference and Site Visit will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.

Community Room at Murray Tower 2825 Murray Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 A site visit will be conducted thereafter. Bidders shall come prepared to review all aspects of the construction site necessary to prepare a bid.

Bids will be received at: HACP One Stop Shop 412 Boulevard of the Allies, 1st Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Attn; Brandon Havranek, Associate Director of Procurement until 11:00 a.m. August 20, 2026 HACP will also accept online submissions for this Invitation for Bid in addition to accepting submissions at our 412 Boulevard of the Allies office.

For respondents wishing to submit online, please access the instructions provided in the project manual or on HACP’s website to submit the bid digitally. In addition to the electronic submittal above, HACP will only be accepting physical bids dropped off in person from 8:30 a.m. until the closing time of 11:00 a.m. on August 20, 2026, in the lobby of 412 Boulevard of the Allies, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Sealed bids may still be mailed via USPS at which time they will be Time and Date Stamped at 412 Boulevard of the Allies, 6th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. All bids must be received at the above address no later than August 20, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., regardless of the selected delivery mechanism. HACP reserves the right to waive any informality in or reject any and all bids. No bid shall be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days subsequent to the opening of bids without the consent of HACP. The Contractor will be required to comply with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity requirements for Federally Assisted Construction Contracts.

The Contractor must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sexual preference, handicap or national origin. HACP has revised its website. As part of those revisions, vendors must now register and log-in, in order to view and download IFB/RFP documentation.

THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH STRONGLY ENCOURAGES CERTIFIED MINORITY-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES AND WOMAN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES TO RESPOND TO THE SOLICITATION. Additional information may be obtained by contacting Brandon Havranek, Associate Director of Procurement at (412) 643-2890.

Caster D. Binion, Executive Director HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH HACP conducts business in accordance with all federal, state, and local civil rights laws, including but not limited to Title VII, the Fair Housing Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, The PA Human Relations Act, etc. and does not discriminate against any individuals protected by these statutes.

Doug R. Yuhouse, Code Enforcement Director PUBLIC NOTICE On August 4, 2026, at 5 p.m., at 537 Bayne Ave. (2d Floor Conf, Rm.), Bellevue, PA, Bellevue Borough Zoning Hearing Board shall hold a Public Hearing on Deacon Hoover Real Estate Advisors Application seeking a variance to exceed the 25% max. window area (Zoning Ord. §2000-420.5.3.5; Ord. 18-04) Windows Signs) at 617 Forest Avenue. The Application may be viewed during normal business hours at the Borough Offices.

Thomas P. McDermott, Solicitor Bellevue Borough ZHB

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS SEA WEBSITE REDESIGN The Sports & Exhibition Authority of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County (SEA) is soliciting proposals for the redesign of its website.

Proposal documents may be obtained by emailing procurement@pgh-sea.com.

A Non-Mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting will be held online via Microsoft Teams on August 11,2026, at 11:00 A.M. Interested parties should contact procurement@pgh-sea.com to obtain the meeting link.

Proposals to be submitted both electronically and in hard copy and are due at 2:00 P.M. on September 3, 2026. Additional information is available at www.pgh-sea.com or by contacting Michael Halpern, Procurement Specialist, at (412) 393-7106.

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THE BOARD OF PUBLIC EDUCATION OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PITTSBURGH Sealed bids will be received in the Bellefield Avenue Lobby, Administration Building, 341 South Bellefield Avenue until 11:00 A.M. prevailing time August 11, 2026 and will be opened at the same hour in the administration building cafeteria: Window CleaningVarious Locations General Information regarding bids may be obtained at the Purchasing Office, 341 South Bellefield Avenue, RM 349 Pittsburgh, PA 15213.

The bid documents are available on the School District’s Purchasing web site at: www.pghschools.org Click on Our Menu; Community; Bid Opportunities; Bids and Proposals; find under Open Solicitations.

The Board of Public Education reserves the right to reject any and all bids, or select a single item from any bid.

We are an equal rights and opportunity school district

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OFFICIAL ADVERTISEMENT THE BOARD OF PUBLIC EDUCATION OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PITTSBURGH Sealed proposals shall be deposited at the Administration Building, Bellefield Entrance Lobby, 341 South Bellefield Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, on August 4,2026, until 2:00 P.M., local prevailing time for:

STAFF ARCHITECT (MULTIPLE OPENINGS) Fukui Architects PC seeks Staff Architects in Pittsburgh, PA to plan and design structures, such as private residences, multi-family residences, restaurants, and other commercial and institutional properties.

Duties include: independently perform a variety of assignments requiring skills in all conventional aspects of architectural designs for projects of moderate size and complexity (including meeting with owners, contractors, and authorities on project scope, budget, timelines, and technical compliance requirements; supervising and managing a small team to independently prepare project deliverables for the final review of the Architect of Record/Principal pursuant to the contract/agreement; and recognizing and reporting changes regarding scope of work to the Principal); perform analysis of design, planning, and occupancy studies, and perform design layouts; prepare project specifications, compiling and analyzing relevant data; write reports and specifications; and review completed reports, plans, estimates, and calculations.

Local telecommuting is permitted up to two days per week. Requirements: Must be a fully licensed/registered Architect in the United States.

Undergraduate or graduate degree from an NAAB (National Architectural Accrediting Board)-accredited Architecture program or foreign equivalent. Must have knowledge of: (i) ArchiCAD; (ii) Adobe Suite of design software; (iii) Microsoft Office; (iv) LiDAR reality capture software and hardware; (v) standard AIA contract language including limits of responsibility and liability; and (vi) 3D modeling/rendering software (SketchUp, Rhino, Enscape, and/or Adobe Creative Suite).

Local travel (day trips) required about once per month, and travel to other U.S. locations about 2-3 times per year, 1-3 days per trip, to document existing site conditions or observe construction. Email resume to: kento@farpc.com

PORT AUTHORITY OF ALLEGHENY COUNTY D.B.A. PITTSBURGH REGIONAL TRANSIT “PRT” Electronic Proposals will be received online at PRT’s Ebusiness website (http://ebusiness.rideprt.org).

Proposals/bid submittals will be due 11:00 AM on August 12, 2026 and will be read at 11:15 AM., the same day, through your web browser via Microsoft Teams video conferencing, for the following: Electronic Proposal - Ebusiness website (http://ebusiness.rideprt.org) Bid Number

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B26-05-32R

ISL Engine Replacement Parts

2

B26-07-40

Ready-To-Use Coolant/Antifreeze

3

B26-07-41

Cleaning of Water Oil Separators

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B26-07-42

Janatorial Supplies - Soap Products

5

B26-07-45

Special Trackwork - Direct Fixation Turnouts & Fasteners

6

B26-07-46

Articulated Bus Bellows

7

B26-05-31R

Used Antifreeze Removal Sevice

To join the bid opening through Microsoft Teams meeting on your computer, mobile app or room device: Meeting ID: 266 334 667 086 851 Passcode: bD973k7N Or call in (audio only) 412-927-0245 Phone Conference ID: 669 207 087# No bidder may withdraw a submitted Proposal for a period of 75 days after the scheduled time for opening of the sealed bids.

A Pre-Bid Conference will be held for each of the above items at 10:00 AM on July 23, 2026, through your web browser via Microsoft Teams video conferencing. Attendance at this meeting is not mandatory but is strongly encouraged.

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Meeting ID: 253 881 923 447 304 Passcode: PJ6G5Gw2 Or call in (audio only) 412-927-0245 Phone Conference ID: 906 197 243# Questions regarding any of the above bids will not be entertained by the PRT within five (5) business days of the scheduled bid opening.

These contracts may be subject to a financial assistance contract between Port Authority of Allegheny County d.b.a. PRT and the United States Department of Transportation. The Contractor will be required to comply with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations.

Contractor is responsible for expenses related to acquiring a performance bond and insurance where applicable. All items are to be FOB delivered unless otherwise specified. Costs for delivery, bond, and insurance shall be included in bidder’s proposal pricing.

Port Authority of Allegheny County d.b.a. PRT hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that in regard to any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprise will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.

The Board of PRT reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

ALLEGHENY COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) ACHA-1729 – TREE TRIMMING AND REMOVAL SERVICES The Allegheny County Housing Authority (ACHA) invites sealed bids from qualified firms to provide Tree Trimming and Removal Services at various ACHA-owned and managed properties throughout Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.

The solicitation is being conducted through ACHA’s eProcurement Marketplace. Interested firms may obtain the IFB documents and submit pricing electronically at ha.internationaleprocurement.com.

Firms experiencing difficulties accessing or registering on the eProcurement Marketplace may contact Marketplace Customer Support at (866) 526-9266.

Pre-Bid Conference: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 @ 10:00 AM(ET) Question Deadline: Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 12:00 PM (ET) Bid Submission Deadline: Monday, September 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM (ET) In addition to electronic pricing submission through the eProcurement Marketplace, bidders must submit the required hard-copy documents as specified in the IFB. Hard-copy submissions must be received by the Allegheny County Housing Authority, 301 Chartiers Avenue, McKees Rocks, PA 15136, no later than 10:00 AM (ET) on Monday, September 14, 2026.

A public bid opening will be conducted at 10:30 AM (ET) on Monday, September 14, 2026, at the above address.

ACHA encourages responses from Section 3 business concerns, small businesses, minority-owned businesses, women-owned businesses, and firms that have not previously performed work for ACHA. The Allegheny County Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informalities or irregularities in the bidding process.

ALLEGHENY COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY Richard Stephenson Executive Director JOB OPPORTUNITIES Help Wanted

Global Enterprise Data Architect (Industrial Scientific Corporation; Pittsburgh, PA): Work closely with the architecture, business & data science team to ensure data availability.

Develop data products & lead a team of developers focused on delivering Extract, Transform, Load (ETL), integrations, reports & visualization solutions. The position is 100% remote.

Salary: $170,000 - $226,000/yr. For full benefits visit: https://careers. fortive.com/benefits/. Resume to cassandra.sferra@fortive.com & reference position #: 00073376

BELLEVUE BOROUGH 2026 PAVING PROJECT ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Bids for the 2026 Paving & Stormwater Project will be received by Bellevue Borough, online via PennBID, until 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, August 6, 2026 at that time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read.

The project consists of asphalt pavement milling/filling, roadway reconstruction, base repair, joint sealing, and pavement markings for various portions of S Sprague, Highland, Margaretta, Roseridge, Citizens Alley, Lincoln, Orchard, Grant, Florence, South Balph, Sheridan, Madison, Simon, and Divison. The project also includes stormwater improvements and roadway restoration on Orchard, N Jackson, and N Sprague Extension.

Work also includes removal of old material and restoring all disturbed areas to original condition.

Bids will be received for a single prime Contract. All documents and solicitation details are available online at no cost on PennBID – https://pennbid.bonfirehub.com/.

Bids shall be accepted online through the PennBID Program.

Additional bidding requirements are found in Section 00 21 13, “Instructions to Bidders”, of the Bidding Documents. All bidders must submit bid security of a Certified Check or Bid Bond in the amount of 10% of the Base Bid. All bids shall be irrevocable for 60 days after the bid opening date as provided by the Act of November 26, 1978 (P.L. 1309, No. 317), as amended by the Act of December 12, 1994 (P.L. 1042, No. 142).

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Wesco Distribution, Inc. seeks a Software Architect - Development in Pittsburgh, PA responsible for researching, designing, implementing, and managing software and data programs. This is a hybrid office/ work-from-home position within the United States, but the employee must live within commuting distance of the office in Pittsburgh, PA. Apply at www.wesco.com.

Family Resources in Pittsburgh, PA seeks Mental Health Professional to provide intensive in-home therapy to families of children affected by abuse and neglect. Must be willing and able to be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on call. Must also be willing and able to conduct 2% of appointments in the Pittsburgh office, and 98% of appointments in the community. Apply at: https://familyresources.org/ workwithus/ with resume, cover letter, and salary expectations.

Pgh Sterrett Classical Academy, Pgh Science & Technology Generator Replacement General, Electrical and Abatement Primes Pgh CAPA Stagecraft- Air filtration Mechanical and Electrical primes Pgh CAPA Storage Room Exhaust Mechanical and Electrical primes Pgh Arsenal Backflow Preventers relocation Plumbing prime Pgh Allegheny Sump Pumps Replacement Plumbing and Electrical Primes Pgh Service Center RTU/HVAC modifications Mechanical and Electrical primes Project Manual and Drawings will be available for purchase on July 15, 2026, at Modern Reproductions (412-488-7700), Info@ModernRepro.com, 127 McKean Street, Pittsburgh, Pa., 15219 between 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. The cost of the Project Manual Documents is non-refundable.

Project details and dates are described in each project manual.

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NEURORADIOLOGIST (MULTIPLE OPENINGS) University of Pittsburgh Physicians seeks Neuroradiologists (Multiple openings) in Pittsburgh, PA to diagnose and treat disorders/ illnesses affecting the brain, spine, head, and neck utilizing imaging equipment. Must have a Medical Degree (M.D. or D.O.) or equivalent; Must have completed a fellowship in Neuroradiology. Must be board certified or eligible for certification

by American Board of Radiology or American Osteopathic Association in Radiology with CAQ Subspeciality in Neuroradiology. Unrestricted medical license in PA or eligibility; Some telecommuting permissible.

Apply by following these steps; visit http://careers.upmc.com and enter 260001HY in the “Search Keyword/Job ID” field and click Go. EOE.

PEDIATRICIANS University of Pittsburgh Physicians seeks Pediatricians (multiple openings) i n S eneca, PA to diagnose, treat, and help prevent children’s diseases and injuries; be responsible for examining patients to determine the presence of disease and to establish preventive health practices; determine the nature and extent of the disease or injury, prescribe medications and immunizations, perform a variety of other medical duties, and complete medical records on each patient; have direct patient oversight and care of all patients in the newborn nursery, NICU and Pediatric Floor.

Must have a Doctor of Medicine (M.D), Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.), or foreign degree equivalent; completion of Medical Residency training in Pediatrics; Board eligibility in general pediatrics from the American Board of Pediatrics or American Osteopathic Board of Pediatrics; and a valid unrestricted Pennsylvania medical license (allopathic or osteopathic). Apply by following these steps: visit http://careers.upmc.com and enter 260001HX in the “Search Keyword/Job ID” field and click Search. EOE/Disability/Veteran.

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