
Discrimination lawsuit filed by former McKeesport coach over church affiliation
Nick LoNigro alleges he was fired because of his membership in the Church of Life in Christ, a group under scrutiny after a murder conviction.
Jul 27, 2026
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Nick LoNigro alleges he was fired because of his membership in the Church of Life in Christ, a group under scrutiny after a murder conviction.

A contentious dispute between McKeesport High School’s football coach and the school board has erupted over a resignation that the coach says never happened, raising questions about leadership, process and possible religious motivations.

The McKeesport Area School Board voted to end Matt Miller’s tenure as head football coach, a move sparked by accusations of religious bias and the unresolved murder of Karli Short, whose father publicly condemned the board’s handling of the case.