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Since explosion at U.S. Steel plant in Clairton, concerns surround limited coke-making capacity
August 14, 2025
U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works’ current limited coke-making capacity due to the explosion on Aug. 11 is prompting concerns from some steelworkers that the plant won’t produce enough coke for U.S. Steel’s blast furnaces.
The ballad of Clairton: an all American City in mourning
August 13, 2025
Richard Lattanzi said U.S. Steel and the city of Clairton are intertwined. “We are a large extended family, and people have a warm, heartfelt feeling for steel workers because we’ve always known that going to work every day, there is no guarantee you’re coming home the way you came in to work,” he said.
‘A Terribly Sad Day’: Officials Vow Full Investigation Into U.S. Steel Coke Plant Explosion Near Pittsburgh
August 13, 2025
The CEO of U.S. Steel pledged a transparent investigation into the Clairton Coke Works explosion that killed two and injured 10. CEO David Burritt was joined at a press conference by Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato where officials offered an update on the deadly incident.
Officials: 2 dead, 10 injured after explosions at US Steel Clairton Coke plant
August 12, 2025
Two people were killed and at least 10 others were injured after multiple explosions occurred at the U.S. Clairton Coke plant in Pennsylvania the morning of Aug. 11. U.S. Steel released a statement saying the incident occurred “specifically at coke oven batteries 13 and 14” inside the plant.
Union workers grapple with rift over U.S. Steel-Nippon agreement
August 11, 2025
Brian Pavlack and Bill Farrier are at the extreme ends of opposing factions within one of the nation’s largest unions as it navigates internal conflict and new ownership of U.S. Steel, with a critical task ahead: forging a new contract.
US steel imports declined again in July
August 7, 2025
After rebounding 20% from April to May, US steel imports slipped 9% month on month in June to 2.25 million short tons, according to US Commerce Department data. Following January’s pre-tariff surge, imports have remained low since February compared to post-pandemic volumes.
Luzerne County Community College, City of Wilkes-Barre launch partnership to build a stronger workforce
August 6, 2025
Luzerne County Community College and the City of Wilkes-Barre officially launched a first-of-its-kind municipal workforce development partnership during a signing ceremony at Wilkes-Barre City Hall. John Yudichak, president of LCCC, said the new initiative significantly reduces the cost of higher education for city employees by offering a 50% tuition discount through a joint effort.
FTAI Infrastructure Inc. Announces Agreement to Acquire the Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway Company
August 6, 2025
FTAI Infrastructure Inc. announced that it has agreed to purchase The Wheeling Corporation, owner of the Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway Company. The W&LE is a Class II regional freight railroad serving more than 250 customers along over 1,000 miles of track in the states of Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Maryland.
Federal PA lawmakers, energy & industry leaders tackle rural growth, workforce development
August 4, 2025
Several Republican congressional members representing the commonwealth joined fellow state lawmakers, federal officials, and industry leaders to brainstorm how to align federal policy with regional models during a wide-ranging July 30 roundtable focused on energy, manufacturing, and workforce development in rural Pennsylvania.
Rare look inside the Edgar Thomson Plant in honor of 150th anniversary
August 3, 2025
On Aug. 2, a rare look inside Andrew Carnegie’s first steel mill, Edgar Thomson Works, was offered in honor of its 150th anniversary. After a century and a half, the mill is preparing to produce steel it has never made before, and workers say they’re excited for what’s next.
The Changing Landscape of Steel Imports: Data-Driven Analysis of 2025 Trade Shifts
July 31, 2025
Steel imports into the United States are experiencing their most dramatic transformation in decades, with June 2025 data revealing significant declines across multiple categories following major policy changes. The numbers tell a compelling story of market disruption, supply chain adaptation, and economic ripple effects that extend far beyond the steel industry itself.
Myriad topics broached at energy, manufacturing roundtable discussion hosted by Penn College
July 31, 2025
A roundtable discussion on energy, manufacturing, and rural opportunities brought insiders together at the Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport. “Government, education and the private sector need to be looked at as partners,” said U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan, R-Dallas Township, a commonly supported theme expressed by others at the roundtable.
U. S. Steel Announces Board of Directors
July 30, 2025
U. S. Steel together with Nippon Steel and its wholly owned subsidiary Nippon Steel North America, Inc., announced the appointment of three Independent U.S. Directors to U. S. Steel’s Board of Directors. The U. S. Steel Board is now comprised of seven directors, four of whom are U.S. citizens, including three Independent U.S. Directors.
Steelworkers to Congress: Rules around Export Credit and Development Finance Need Reform
July 29, 2025
In 2024 the United States – through the Export-Import Bank and the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation – provided more than $20 billion in financial support for international projects meant to aid U.S. manufacturers and businesses in overseas markets. In many cases, it’s awarded with little oversight about who will benefit from its allocation.
Parts of Allegheny County achieve new air quality milestones
July 28, 2025
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced that parts of Allegheny County have made significant improvements in air quality levels, however some local environmental groups say there is still a long way to go before the air is clean.
Sen. McCormick, Fetterman tour Mon Valley steel plant, call for more housing
July 26, 2025
Pennsylvania’s senators got a closer look at what the U.S. Steel deal with Nippon Steel means for our region. Senators Dave McCormick and John Fetterman toured the Edgar Thomson Works plant in Braddock. After the tour, they said more investment and jobs mean more housing is needed.