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• No testimony as Pittsburgh's recovery coordinators host public hearing

  28-11-2017 23:54 via post-gazette.com
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• Slain New Kensington officer Brian Shaw memorialized on U.S. House floor

  28-11-2017 23:53 via post-gazette.com
  WASHINGTON – Fallen New Kensington police officer Brian Shaw was memorialized on the U.S. House floor Tuesday, Congress’s first full day back in Washington after Thanksgiving break.
  
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• Plumber admits accountability for fatal trench collapse in 2015

  28-11-2017 23:52 via post-gazette.com
  A Beaver County plumber has admitted to willfully violating federal regulations and causing the death of a 21-year-old man in a trench collapse three years ago in Butler County.
  
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• Pa. Supreme Court weighing if rapper's words were a crime or protected free speech

  28-11-2017 23:38 via post-gazette.com
  HARRISBURG — The lawyer for a Pittsburgh rapper challenging his conviction over a music video that referenced violence against police officers told state Supreme Court justices Tuesday that his client's speech was a form of art protected by the First Amendment.
  
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• 2 women, 2 men charged in fatal Uniontown shooting; alleged gunman still at large

  28-11-2017 23:35
  
  Three people are charged with homicide, along with another person who killed one of their accomplices as the group tried to rob him of drugs at a Uniontown apartment, police say.
  
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• Judge Rules In Favor Of Trump Over Fate Of Consumer Watchdog

  28-11-2017 23:26
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  WASHINGTON (AP) – A federal judge has ruled in favor of President Trump in his effort to appoint the acting head of nation’s top financial watchdog agency, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
  In a ruling from the bench Tuesday afternoon, Judge Timothy Kelly declined to stop on an emergency basis the president from putting in place Mick Mulvaney, currently the White House’s budget director.
  In doing so, Kelly ruled against Leandra English
  
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• "Our children are dying:" 2 Woodland Hills students shot, killed in 3 days

  28-11-2017 23:07 via post-gazette.com
  A 16-year-old Turtle Creek boy was killed in a double shooting late Monday night — the second Woodland Hills Jr./Sr. High School student to be gunned down in three days.
  
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• In the heart of coal country, EPA hears worries about the climate

  28-11-2017 23:00 via post-gazette.com
  CHARLESTON, W.Va. — After more than four decades as a coal miner, Stanley Sturgill ambled into an ornate room at West Virginia’s state capitol Tuesday to deliver a stark message to the Trump administration: Climate change is real and continuing to burn the dirty fossil fuel hurts future generations.
  
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• Trial begins for man accused of slamming boy's head over messy room

  28-11-2017 22:53
  
  8-year-old Jonmarquis Stepich died after suffering head injuries
  
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• Former county councilman McCullough's case argued to Superior Court

  28-11-2017 22:47 via post-gazette.com
  Former Allegheny county councilman Charles McCullough believes his 2015 conviction for theft and misapplication of funds ought to be thrown out. Or, at the very least, that he be granted a full and fair hearing over his allegations of impropriety against the judge who presided over his trial.
  
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• When to See the Supermoon

  28-11-2017 22:46
  
  A celestial treat is on tap for December
  
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• Leaders respond to Trump’s ‘Pocahontas’ comment

  28-11-2017 22:32
  
  The president’s comments toward Navajo war veterans have led to a backlash among people, ranging from the head of the Navajo Nation to U.S. senators.
  
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• Trump on North Korean missile launch: 'We will take care of it'

  28-11-2017 22:23
  
  The isolated nation fired an intercontinental ballistic missile Tuesday afternoon, according to officials at the Pentagon.
  
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• President Trump gives remarks after North Korean missile launch, tax meeting

  28-11-2017 22:14
  
  President Trump gave remarks White House shortly after a new missile launch by North Korea and a day of meetings with lawmakers.
  
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• 'Chuck and Nancy' pull out of meeting with Trump

  28-11-2017 22:10
  
  An early tweet morning tweet seems to have ticked off a pair of leading Democratic lawmakers.
  
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• Rare Twin Amur Tiger Cubs Rejected By Mother, Being Hand-Raised At Pittsburgh Zoo

  28-11-2017 22:04
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA/AP) – Two rare tiger cubs are being hand-raised at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium after their mother didn’t bond with them.
  Zoo keepers showed off the twin male and female Amur cubs on Tuesday. They were born Sept. 25.
  “These Amur tiger cubs are precious to all of us. Listed as endangered in the wild, these cubs are genetically valuable to the future of their species as well. Our goal right now is to raise two healthy y
  
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• Ray Lewis: ‘Patriots And Steelers Regular Season Game Means More Than Playoff Game’

  28-11-2017 21:52
  By DJ Sixsmith
  Eleven weeks into the season, it’s clear that the New England Patriots and Pittsburgh Steelers are the two best teams in the AFC. New England beat Pittsburgh last year in the AFC Championship game, 36-17, in Foxborough, and the two teams meet in Pittsburgh during Week 15. The Patriots are first in the NFL in total offense and passing yards per game, while the Steelers are top five in total defense and passing yards allowed per game. Mike Tomlin and the Steelers haven’t
  
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• 2017 Supermoon: Where To See It, And What Time To Look For The Lunar Event

  28-11-2017 21:42
  CBS Local — Move over Great American Eclipse: a new stellar spectacle is coming into view and this one won’t require any special glasses to see it.On Dec. 3, Earth will view its only visible “supermoon” of the year, making the planet’s moon appear much larger and brighter than at any other point in 2017.
  According to NASA, a supermoon occurs when there is a full moon at or near the point where the moon reaches perigee (the closest point in its orbit around the Earth
  
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• Search for missing N.C. 3-year-old enters second day

  28-11-2017 21:37
  
  Federal agents have joined the search after an AMBER Alert was issued Monday morning for the girl with walking difficulties.
  
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• FDA: ‘Bone Treats’ Causing Dog Deaths And Illnesses

  28-11-2017 21:28
  CBS Local — While you are looking for treats to give to your dog, you may want to think twice about “bone treats.”
  The FDA says they have received about 68 reports of pet illnesses, and even deaths, related to “bone treats.” Some of the reports involved more than one dog.
  These treats differ from the uncooked butcher-type bones because they are processed and packaged for sale as dog treats. The products may be dried through a smoking process or by baking, and may co
  
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• Brashear Association plans move and expansion to Hilltop

  28-11-2017 21:26 via post-gazette.com
  The Brashear Association plans to relocate its headquarters to Knoxville-Mount Oliver after 100 years on the South Side.
  
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• New York Undie Rockers The Skivvies to Strip Down at City Theatre in Sleigh My Name

  28-11-2017 21:23
  City Theatre is unwrapping something special this holiday season with our favorite New York undie-rock duo The Skivvies in the premiere of Sleigh My Name. Broadway performers Nick Cearley and Lauren Molina return to City Theatre for two nights of mashed-up musical fun with some of Pittsburgh's favorite theatre stars.
  
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• Senate panel advances tax bill as McConnell tries to solve 'Rubik's cube'

  28-11-2017 21:16
  
  The Senate Budget Committee has advanced a sweeping tax package to the full Senate with a 12-11 vote.
  
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• Peters council expected to approve 0.1-mill property tax increase

  28-11-2017 21:07 via post-gazette.com
  Peters council is set to vote next month on a 2018 budget that will include a 0.1-mill increase in the property tax rate, bringing the rate to 1.62 mills.
  
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• Police Issue Warning After Pulling Over Car With Massive Christmas Tree On Top

  28-11-2017 20:58
  SUDBURY, Mass. (AP) – Police in a Massachusetts town are showing residents how not to transport their holiday trees.
  Sudbury police posted a picture Friday of a vehicle with a large tree on top of it. Almost the entire car appears to be hidden.
  Police say an officer stopped the vehicle on Route 20 in the town, located about 25 miles (40 km) west of Boston.Police on Facebook reminded people to transport holiday trees “responsibly.”
  It’s unclear if the driver was cited. The
  
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• Victoria’s Secret Teams Up With Balmain For New Looks

  28-11-2017 20:55
  The Victoria’s Secret team heads to Paris to meet with Balmain Creative Director Olivier Rousteing ahead of the 2017 Fashion Show.
  Watch the 2017 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show on Nov. 28 @ 10/7c on CBS. Learn more: CBS.com.
  
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• Using Mouthwash Too Often Raises Diabetes Risk, Study Says

  28-11-2017 20:44
  CBS Local — A new study is warning mouthwash users to take it easy on the commonly used dental hygiene routine. Researchers at Harvard say using mouthwash products more than once a day can greatly increase your risk of developing diabetes.
  Professor Kamudi Joshipura of Harvard’s School of Public Health says the fresh-tasting cleaners kill both harmful and helpful bacteria in the mouth; some of which protect the body against obesity and diabetes. “Most of these antibacteria
  
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• Where did the tradition of the Christmas tree come from?

  28-11-2017 20:21
  
  It all started with the ancient Egyptians...
  
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• Roy Moore staffers scuffle with Fox News camera crews

  28-11-2017 20:06
  
  A reporter said "it is highly unusual for members of a political campaign to physically engage in this manner with members of the press."
  
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• Officials Confirm Another North Korean Ballistic Missile Launch

  28-11-2017 20:02
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  SEOUL, South Korea (AP) – A U.S. official says North Korea has conducted its first missile launch in more than two months.
  The official wasn’t authorized to speak publicly on the matter and demanded anonymity.
  The Pentagon on Tuesday was more cautious, calling it a “probable” missile launch. Col. Rob Manning, a spokesman said, “We detected a probable missile launch from North Korea” at approximately 1:30 p.m. EST. He said the
  
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• 5 Bucket List Items To Cross Off In Pittsburgh

  28-11-2017 20:00
  By Janelle Sheetz
  The bucket list — the ultimate list of what you want to do before you, well, kick the bucket. What’s on your list? Want to go skydiving or run a marathon? While bucket lists often include things like traveling or big once-in-a-lifetime experiences, you don’t have to go too far to get to work scratching things off. Here are five bucket-list items you can tackle right here in Pittsburgh.
  Photo Credit: Robertus Pudyanto/Getty Images
  Pittsburgh Paragliding
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• Scientists Call For Ban On Glitter, Say It’s A Global Hazard

  28-11-2017 19:55
  CBS Local — Arts and crafts enthusiasts have known for years that glitter tends to attach itself everywhere and never seems to come off. Scientists now say that the sticky decorations are also an ecological hazard that needs to be banned across the globe.
  Environmental scientists are arguing that the risk of pollution, specifically to the oceans, is too great to ignore and the tiny plastic particles need to be outlawed. “I think all glitter should be banned, because it’s microp
  
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• Destination Shanghai: The Making Of The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

  28-11-2017 19:54
  Long before the Angels hit the runway in Shanghai, a lot of work went into making it happen. Watch how the team dreams big and plans accordingly for the 2017 Victoria’s Secret Fashion — coming to you from China.
  Watch the 2017 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show on Nov. 28 @ 10/7c on CBS. Learn more: CBS.com.
  
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• CNet Unveils List Of Top Tech Gifts

  28-11-2017 19:50
  If you’re looking for some gift ideas for the techie in your life, we have some ideas.
  CNet has tested various gadgets and has come up a list of some of the best.
  Check out the full list here!
  
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• Bruno Mars: ‘The Apollo Theater Is A Magical Place’

  28-11-2017 19:48
  James Brown, Michael Jackson and Ella Fitzgerald. These are just a few legends to perform at the iconic Apollo Theater in Harlem, New York. You can now add Bruno Mars to the list. The 5x Grammy Award winner is coming to the Apollo for his first television special called “Bruno Mars: 24K Magic Live At The Apollo.” Mars filmed the special during a few off days from his 24K Magic world tour and the electrifying primetime performance begins with him atop the Apollo’s land
  
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• Top Fantasy Waiver Wire Pickups For NFL Week 13

  28-11-2017 19:41
  By Matt Citak
  Week 13 of the NFL season is here, which means the fantasy football playoffs are set to kick off in just one week. While some of you may have the luxury of already clinching a spot in the playoffs, the rest of us will be sweating it out this week as we attempt our final push to the postseason. Whether you have sealed your position in the playoffs or not, it doesn’t hurt to improve your roster.
  With that in mind, here are some of CBS Local Sports’ top waiver wire pickups
  
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• Penguins goalie Matt Murray is "week-to-week" with lower-body injury

  28-11-2017 19:38
  
  Murray left Monday night's game against the Philadelphia Flyers with 4:21 left in the second period after Philadelphia's Jakub Voracek crashed into him during a breakaway.
  
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• Bethel Park man pleads guilty in hate crime beating of Indian man

  28-11-2017 19:28 via post-gazette.com
  Jeffrey Burgess, a car wash employee from Bethel Park, admitted Tuesday that he beat up an Indian man in a restaurant who was minding his own business for no other reason than he thought he was an Arab.
  
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• Bethel Park man admits beating up an Indian man, pleads guilty to hate crime

  28-11-2017 19:28 via post-gazette.com
  Jeffrey Burgess, a car wash employee from Bethel Park, admitted Tuesday that he beat up an Indian man in a restaurant who was minding his own business for no other reason than he thought he was an Arab.
  
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• 32nd annual WTAE-TV Project Bundle-Up Telethon happening Friday

  28-11-2017 19:24
  
  Donate online at projectbundleup.org, text “BUNDLEUP” to 41444 to donate any amount, or call the phone bank throughout the day to make a donation.
  
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• Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding date and venue have been confirmed

  28-11-2017 19:22
  
  Mark your calendars for the next big Royal Wedding!
  
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• 'I went there for a robbery.' Suspect in Youngwood murder speaks out

  28-11-2017 19:21
  
  "Originally I went there for a robbery and it turned out worse. But I had nothing to do with that. Didn't want anything to do with that. That's all I can say," David said.
  
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• Penguins’ Murray Out Week-To-Week With Lower-Body Injury

  28-11-2017 19:19
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Pittsburgh Penguins will be without their star goaltender for the near future.
  Matt Murray was injured during the second period of Monday’s 5-4 overtime win against the Philadelphia Flyers.
  Murray suffered the injury when Jakub Voracek crashed into him on a breakaway. The resulting collision threw Murray into the post at an awkward angle. Murray was helped to the bench and appeared to be favoring his right leg.
  Today, the Pen
  
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• Meet The 2017 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Models

  28-11-2017 19:14
  by Lori Melton
  A legion of beautiful ladies will hit the runway in Shanghai for the 2017 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, which will air Nov. 28 at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT. on CBS. Here’s a closer look at the models who are strutting the catwalk this year.
   
  Adriana Lima
  This 36-year-old Brazilian beauty was named “the most valuable Victoria’s Secret Angel” by analytics company D’Marie in January 2017. She had the distinct honor of wearing the Fantasy Bra twi
  
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• Code Orange, who couldn't get into a CAPA talent show, is first Grammy-nominated Pittsburgh rock band

  28-11-2017 19:12 via post-gazette.com
  The other members of Code Orange, on tour with Hatebreed, were sleeping in the back of a van traveling from Greensboro, N.C., to Orlando, Fla., Tuesday morning when bassist Joe Goldman got the news and yelled out.
  
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• 'Chuck and Nancy' pull out of afternoon meeting with Trump

  28-11-2017 18:42
  
  An early tweet morning tweet seems to have ticked off a pair of leading Democratic lawmakers.
  
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• Pennsylvania state officials will see a pay raise in 2018

  28-11-2017 18:38
  
  The salaries of Pennsylvania state lawmakers, judges and top executive branch officials, including Gov. Tom Wolf, will rise in 2018.
  
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• NASCAR Hall of Famer, World War II veteran Bud Moore dies at 92

  28-11-2017 18:32
  
  NASCAR Hall of Famer Bud Moore has died at the age of 92
  
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• Woodland Hills District Calls For End To Violence After 2 Students Killed

  28-11-2017 18:31
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Administrators in the Woodland Hills School District have issued a plea after the district has lost two students in less than a week.
  “We really need to come together as a community and help stop this,” Woodland Hills School District Assistant Superintendent Licia Lentz said.
  On Monday, 16-year-old Jerame Turner was shot in Turtle Creek on George Street.
  Police say Turner was shot multiple times and died at Forbes Hospital.
  
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• Pittsburgh Public Safety Dept. Files Request To Expand ShotSpotter System

  28-11-2017 18:29
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – If Pittsburgh City Council approves the request, another crime-fighting tool will be expanding to help police across the city. The ShotSpotter notification system uses wireless technology that alerts police when shots have been fired in a particular area.
  “It is a great tool for preventing gun violence and determining if there’s been a shooting,” said Pittsburgh City Councilman Ricky Burgess.
  This past weekend, Pittsb
  
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