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City urges people not to drive during the NFL Draft

Eliyahu Gasson | editor-in-chief Pittsburgh is expecting anywhere between 500,000 and 700,000 visitors for the NFL Draft later this month — a figure that would exceed half the city’s current population. For three days, from April 23-25, the event will stretch across the North Shore and Downtown, and city officials have a clear message for everyone trying to get there: Do not drive. “We encourage … Continue reading City urges people not to drive during the NFL Draft

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Preparation is underway for the environmental impact of the NFL Draft

Josh Imhof | features editor As hundreds of thousands of people descend upon Pittsburgh for the NFL Draft, they will be bringing more than just their wallets and attention to the Steel City. They will also be contributing to the environmental impact that comes with hosting a large-scale event. “There’s a lot of things that people really don’t think about when you’re thinking about the … Continue reading Preparation is underway for the environmental impact of the NFL Draft

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Where will the influx of tourists be staying?

Charlotte Shields-Rossi | a&e editor With more than 700,000 tourists visiting Pittsburgh for the 2026 NFL Draft, hotels close to Acrisure Stadium — the draft’s home base — are mostly at full capacity. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Pittsburgh Downtown, located two miles from the stadium, was almost completely sold out as of April 2. Josh Caton, director of sales at the hotel, said … Continue reading Where will the influx of tourists be staying?

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How students feel about the NFL Draft coming to town

Naomi Girson | opinions editor As winter turns to spring, students at Duquesne University are warming up and getting ready for the NFL draft. Whether they have tickets or not, it’s coming to them right here in Pittsburgh. Duquesne announced that they will be holding in-person classes during the NFL draft. Students are starting to think about what attending in-person classes during the draft means … Continue reading How students feel about the NFL Draft coming to town

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Midterms are the opportunity the Democrats need to take back the White House

Naomi Girson | opinions editor As midterms approach, more names seem to be circulating on the democratic side of the ticket. 2024 was aggravating, with a refusal from Joe Biden to step aside from reelection until July 21 of election year. The Democrats didn’t have time for a primary and Kamala Harris stepped up to be the Democratic candidate. It’s no huge shocker the Democrats … Continue reading Midterms are the opportunity the Democrats need to take back the White House

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Duquesne bowling battles in NCAA Regionals

Ben Deihl | sports editor The parking lot was packed pulling up to AMF Mt. Lebanon Lanes for the NCAA Bowling Regional Championships. With teams from as far away as Nebraska and Arkansas, it seemed like it could be difficult for fans to travel to cheer on their favorite bowling teams. But just the opposite was true, as fans took up every available seat and … Continue reading Duquesne bowling battles in NCAA Regionals

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Mario Lemieux camp brings the heart to hockey

Amanda Gritz | staff writer For a select group of hockey fans, skating on the ice at PPG Paints Arena with former professional hockey players isn’t just a dream, it’s a reality with a purpose far greater than the game itself. The Mario Lemieux Fantasy Hockey Camp has become one of the most impactful fundraising events within the Mario Lemieux Foundation, blending an authentic NHL-style … Continue reading Mario Lemieux camp brings the heart to hockey

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Literary journal :Lexicon shares Duquesne-made art with the campus community

Nataley Davis | staff writer Hope Seidel, a freshman biology major, went to Italy on a spring breakaway trip with Duquesne this year to study fashion in theater. Having recently picked up crocheting as a hobby, she was determined to make a Renaissance-style dress to wear on the trip — except she fell short on time with her busy schedule. “I did have to finish … Continue reading Literary journal :Lexicon shares Duquesne-made art with the campus community

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Legal experts say SCOTUS unlikely to uphold Trump order on birthright citizenship

Eliyahu Gasson | editor-in-chief The United States Supreme Court heard arguments last week in a landmark case that could redefine who is considered a citizen at birth, and Pittsburgh-area legal scholars say the administration faces an uphill battle. The case, Trump v. Barbara, is a class-action lawsuit filed by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) to challenge an executive order signed by President Donald Trump … Continue reading Legal experts say SCOTUS unlikely to uphold Trump order on birthright citizenship

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