History was made in Allegheny County as Sara Innamorato, a Pittsburgh-born-and-raised candidate, became the first woman to assume the role of county executive. In a closely contested race, Innamorato emerged victorious, defeating her opponent Joe Rockey. Despite her relatively young age of 37, Innamorato's experience and dedication propelled her to this historic milestone.

Prior to her election, Innamorato made the bold decision to leave her position as a Pennsylvania state representative to pursue the county executive role. Her campaign, emphasizing a vision of a "County for All," resonated with voters. As she takes office, Innamorato faces several significant challenges plaguing the county, including issues of public safety, homelessness, affordable housing, and an absence of a county-wide property tax assessment for more than a decade.

Acknowledging the importance of community input, Innamorato took to social media, urging residents to participate in an Allegheny County survey. She highlighted that the community's priorities will be at the forefront of her administration, highlighting the necessity of hearing from all perspectives.

Parallel to Innamorato's historic inauguration, Democrat Corey O'Connor was sworn in as the new Allegheny County controller by Magisterial District Judge James Hanley in courtroom 104. O'Connor, who won the position by a landslide victory, received over 242,000 votes in the November election. His triumph secures his position as the new county controller for a full term.

Having already served in the position following Governor Tom Wolf's appointment in July 2022, O'Connor expressed eagerness to embark on his new term and outlined plans for imminent audits. He revealed discussions with Innamorato, indicating a collaborative approach towards addressing the county's challenges.

O'Connor's dedication to public service can be traced back to his tenure as a representative for Pittsburgh City Council District 5. Continuing his family's legacy of public service, O'Connor is the youngest son of the late mayor, Bob O'Connor. Supported by his family, O'Connor's wife, Katie O'Connor, noted that impressive accomplishments have already transpired during their initial months in office, further fueling optimism for the future.

The immediate focus for O'Connor is conducting an audit of services provided to the homeless population in Allegheny County. Individuals seeking more information about O'Connor's initiatives can visit his website. As both Innamorato and O'Connor assume their respective roles, the stage is set for significant changes in Allegheny County governance in the coming years.

Innamorato's historic achievement as the first female county executive represents a milestone in Allegheny County's political landscape. Paired with O'Connor's resounding victory and commitment to public service, the future holds endless possibilities and opportunities for the county's residents.