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Voter Guide to the 2026 primaries: Congress, Pa. House and more

Allegheny County's midterm elections, set for Tuesday, May 19, will feature primaries for congressional and state candidates. One key race is for the Democratic nomination for the 45th State House district seat being vacated by Rep. Anita Kulik. Brittany Bloam and Patrick Catena are battling for the nod, and Catena has come under fire for some controversial campaign material.

Calls for resignation: Catena faces backlash over campaign tactics

Allegheny County Council President Pat Catena faces backlash for a controversial campaign mailer. The Carnegie resident's apology hasn't quelled the controversy, with calls for his resignation as council president and council members planning to strip him of his leadership position at the council's next meeting on May 26.

Polling place changes for McKees Rocks and Moon Township voters

Voters in McKees Rocks and Moon Township should verify their polling locations before the May 19 Primary Election due to recent changes. Several polling places have moved, with 25 locations across Allegheny County shifting, affecting voters’ destinations in these communities.

Pennsylvania’s youngest mayor takes office Monday in Carnegie

Sam Bigham has officially become the youngest mayor in Pennsylvania's, as he took the oath of office Monday in Carnegie Borough. Earning 76% of the Democratic primary vote and Republican write-in support, he balances his role with executive director duties and is pursuing a master’s degree at Carnegie Mellon.