Robert Callahan
Freelance Journalist · Pittsburgh, PA
PureSource News LLC
Robert Callahan is a Pittsburgh based freelance journalist covering government, business, manufacturing, labor, and public affairs. His reporting interests reflect the changing economic and institutional landscape of Pennsylvania and the surrounding region. Callahan frequently works with public records, corporate information, government data, and interviews to develop a complete picture of a story. He favors detailed research and restrained writing, allowing documented facts and relevant context to provide the substance of his reports.
Articles by Robert Callahan
182 published articles — showing the 24 most recent
Beekman Ordered to Allow Sober Home for Women
A federal judge signed an injunction requiring Beekman to allow a women's sober home. The facility may initially house four residents while a damages lawsuit remains pending.
Kenneth Gratto Pleads Guilty to Embezzling $156,000
Kenneth Gratto pleaded guilty Thursday to embezzling $156,150 from the Hillsborough Township School District via falsified overtime bills.
Bournemouth Beats AC Milan 3-0 in Europa League
Bournemouth defeated AC Milan 3-0 on Thursday to secure their third consecutive Europa League win. Justin Kluivert, Marcus Tavernier, and Amine Adli scored goals during the match at Vitality Stadium.
Magnitude 7.0 Earthquake Strikes Near Nagqu, China
A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck 191 kilometers east-northeast of Nagqu, China on Thursday. The USGS assigned an Orange alert level and estimated severe shaking intensity for the event.
Attorneys General Send Letter on Energy Bill
Ten state attorneys general sent a letter to U.S. Senate committees expressing concerns about the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act.
Silverstein Estate to Pay $4 Million Lead Paint Penalty
The Estate of Harry D. Silverstein will pay a $4 million penalty to settle federal lead paint safety violations in New York City.
National Hurricane Center Names Subtropical Storm Josephine
The National Hurricane Center designated Subtropical Storm Josephine as the tenth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic season on October 21.
Justice Department Sues California Over Noncitizen Ballots
The Justice Department sued California to stop counting mail-in ballots from likely noncitizens pending verification. Federal officials provided a list of over 20,000 names and requested the review be completed by October 15.
FTC Sues REPS for Buying 18.5 Million Tickets Illegally
The Federal Trade Commission sued REPS & Company Inc. for buying over 18.5 million tickets illegally. The agency alleges the broker generated at least $120.8 million in profit by bypassing security measures.
Curtis Flowers, Exonerated Man, Dies at 56 in Mississippi
Curtis Flowers died Wednesday at his home in Mississippi at age 56. He was exonerated in 2020 after serving 23 years for a crime he did not commit.
Amazon Unveils Premium Alexa Tablets, Ends Fire Brand
Amazon unveiled premium Alexa Tablets running Android and announced it will discontinue the Fire tablet brand. The new devices start at $329.99 and will replace Fire models within two months.
Sánchez Calls Nov 2026 Election After Spain Housing Bill Fails
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called an election for November 29, 2026, after the Congress of Spain rejected emergency housing laws.
Television Academy Picks Prime Video for Emmys
The Television Academy named Prime Video the exclusive global home of the Emmy Awards starting in 2027. The six-year deal ends the rotating broadcast network system and offers free viewing in over 240 countries.
Tennessee Drops Plan to Move Moccasin Bend Hospital
The Tennessee Department of Mental Health abandoned plans to relocate the Moccasin Bend institute on September 28. Officials reversed the decision days after purchasing a $2.45 million site for the facility.
NHC Gives Invest 92L Sixty Percent Chance To Form
The National Hurricane Center assigned a 60% chance of tropical development to Invest 92L within 48 hours on October 5, 2026.
Martinez Sues U.S. Government Over Chicago Shooting
Marimar Martinez sued the federal government Monday alleging negligence after a border agent shot her seven times in Chicago.
Premier Franchising Group Pays $1.85 Million to Settle FTC Charges
Premier Franchising Group LLC and Franchise Fastlane LLC will pay $1.85 million to settle Federal Trade Commission charges regarding deceptive marketing.
Judge Leibowitz Strikes Down Federal Noncitizen Voting Law
US District Judge David Leibowitz dismissed charges against Chelsea Cox by ruling the federal noncitizen voting law unconstitutional.
Goodell, Pritzker Meet to Keep Bears in Illinois
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Governor JB Pritzker met Thursday to discuss keeping the Chicago Bears in Illinois.
Trump Monitors Brazil Vote as U.S. Suspends Consular Services
President Donald Trump monitors Brazil's election as the State Department suspends consular services due to security concerns. Brazilian Attorney General Jorge Messias rejects foreign meddling after reports of U.S.
Buccaneers Start Rookie Daniels Versus Packers
Jalon Daniels will start at quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. The undrafted rookie replaces Baker Mayfield, who is sidelined with a dislocated thumb.
Vicari Swain Breaks South Carolina Punt Return Record
Vicari Swain broke Dickie Harris' 55-year South Carolina punt return record in late September 2026. His two touchdowns this season raised his career total to five, surpassing the previous mark of four. Elijah Paige is an offensive tackle for USC.
Lightspeed Study Finds AI Favors Big Chains For Small Shops
Lightspeed Commerce released a study showing AI tools recommend big chains far more often than small businesses. Smaller retailers’ share of top AI recommendations fell from roughly 40% for general browsing to 20% for specific branded products. Adding the word independent to prompts doubled recommendations for local retailers.
Amazon Pledges $1 Billion for Data Center Communities
Amazon pledged over $1 billion to communities near data centers and ended nondisclosure agreements with governments. The company plans to fund local priorities while facing opposition from groups citing environmental harms.