By Alyse Horn As of December 18, 2013, 244 incidents were reported throughout the Northside, which led to 79 arrests. The Northside Public Safety Council wants to remind people to not leave gifts or items of any value visible in their vehicles. Visible items of any value in vehicles are easy targets...

After 15 months without a homicide, the Northside saw three in the past several weeks. The Northside Public Safety Council wants to remind residents to report any suspicious behavior they see to Zone 1 police. The council will also have a guest speaker from the Coalition Against Violence speaking at...

The Northside Public Safety Council would like to remind residents that as the weather cools down, it’s a great time to check household heaters to prevent fire and CO2 emissions. “With the seas ons changing and the cold weather approaches, now would be a good time to check the safety & function of y...

As Steelers season comes to the Northside, please remember to hide valuables in your car, as 30 percent of crime in the Northside is vehicle break ins. In July, approximately 500 incidents were reported throughout the Northside, which led to approximately 220 arrests. The Northside Public Safety Cou...

Though Pittsburgh saw some cool, clear and comfortable days at the end of July, The Northside Public Safety Council would like to remind residents that the summer isn’t over yet, and there may be more hot days ahead. “Look after the folks around you,” said Northside Public Safety President David Sta...

The Northside Public Safety Council wants to wish Northside residents a happy and safe Fourth of July. Northside Public Safety President David Stacy wants Northsiders to remember that fireworks are illegal in the city of Pittsburgh, and = there will be a special task force out to issue citations. “I...

As most Americans know by now, crime doesn’t always happen on the streets or in neighborhoods. Identity theft can happen anywhere, especially online. The Northside Public Safety Council is encouraging Northsiders to check their credit regularly to make sure their identity isn’t being misused. “Your ...

With warmer weather ahead, the Northside Public Safety Committee wants to remind neighbors that crime stats tend to increase in the summer months. According to Northside Public Safe ty President David Stacy, observant residents can help drastically increase these numbers simply by knowing their neig...

This month, The Northside Public Safety Council wants to remind residents to know who is knocking at their door to prevent robberies. “It’s best to not answer the door if you’re by yourself unless you know who is coming,” said Public Safety Council President David Stacy. In February, approximately 3...

The Northside Public Safety Council wants to remind you that even if no one is around, there may be cameras watching at street corners throughout the Northside. There are 22 security cameras placed strategically throughout the Northside, and though the cameras are not constantly monitored, police do...