Steelers hold moment of silence for Pittsburgh synagogue shooting victims

Steelers hold moment of silence for Pittsburgh synagogue shooting victims

PITTSBURGH – Steelers fans packed into the lots surrounding Heinz Field, tailgated – tossing footballs back and forth, consuming savory foods and cold beers – and then filed into the stadium, clad in black and gold, just like they would any other day. They waved their terrible towels as players took the field during pregame introductions. A … Read more

‘Stronger than Hate’: Internet version of Pittsburgh Steelers logo sends message

'Stronger than Hate': Internet version of Pittsburgh Steelers logo sends message

PITTSBURGH — A uniquely Pittsburgh symbol of solidarity and strength is making its way around the internet in the aftermath of Saturday’s deadly attack at a Pittsburgh synagogue. The image is a revamped Pittsburgh Steelers logo, with the Star of David substituting for the team’s yellow star-like design. It’s paired with the phrase “Stronger than … Read more

Shooter Opens Fire at Pittsburgh Jewish Synagogue, 11 Confirmed Dead

Shooter Opens Fire at Pittsburgh Jewish Synagogue, 11 Confirmed Dead

 [Breaking news update at 4:31 p.m. ET] Authorities could bring criminal charges against the suspected gunman in the fatal shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue as soon as today, Scott W. Brady, the United States attorney for the Western District of Pennsylvania, said in a news conference. The full weight of the US Attorney’s office … Read more