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• Second Half Of Tennessee-WVU Game Resumes After Weather Delay

  01-09-2018 23:54
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  CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) – The second half of the game between No. 17 West Virginia and Tennessee has resumed after a weather delay of over an hour.
  The threat of lightning forced officials to clear the stadium and send fans into the concourse. The game resumed after a 65-minute delay.
  CHARLOTTE, NC – SEPTEMBER 01:Play is stopped due to weather concerns during the game between the West Virginia Mountaineers and Tennessee Volunteers at Bank of America St
  
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• Authorities: Woman Kills Husband By Putting Eye Drops In Water

  01-09-2018 23:34
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  CLOVER, S.C. (AP) – Authorities say a South Carolina woman has been charged with murder after killing her husband by putting eye drops into his water for several days.
  York County deputies said 52-year-old Lana Clayton confessed to investigators after an autopsy uncovered a high amount of tetrahydrozoline in her husband’s body.
  (Photo Credit: York County Sheriff’s Office)
  The chemical is found in over-the-counter eye drops such as Visine.
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• Nurse Accused Of Intentionally Injecting Air Into Patients’ Catheters, Killing 2

  01-09-2018 23:24
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  TYLER, Texas (AP) – Capital murder has been added to the charges against a former East Texas nurse accused of causing the deaths of hospital patients.
  William George Davis was indicted this week on one capital murder and three aggravated assault counts after a June 21 indictment charged him with one murder and two aggravated assault counts.
  (Photo Credit: Smith County Jail)
  Authorities say Davis intentionally injected air into catheters inserted into the
  
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• Police investigating after 17-year-old shot in East Hills

  01-09-2018 23:18 via post-gazette.com
  The incident occurred about 11 p.m. in the 2100 block of Park Hill Drive. 
  
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• Officer Shoots K9 Partner After Attack During Training Session

  01-09-2018 22:57
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  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Police in Ohio’s capital city of Columbus say a K9 officer verbally correcting his dog’s behaviors was attacked by the animal and had to shoot it.
  The Columbus Division of Police says Officer Brian Carter suffered “serious” bites to his arms during a training session Saturday morning. Carter was rushed to a hospital where he underwent surgery Saturday afternoon.
  The dog, a 3 ½-year-old male Belgian Mali
  
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• QB Landry Jones, Safety Nat Berhe Cut As Steelers Reduce Roster

  01-09-2018 22:35
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pittsburgh Steelers cut one of their four quarterbacks while reducing their roster to 53 players.
  The team announced Saturday that they terminated vested veteran quarterback Landry Jones. They also terminated safety Nat Berhe.
  On Twitter, Berhe said, “Rumors of my demise have been greatly exaggerated.” The tweet was in response to sports reporter Art Stapleton’s suggestion that Berhe may re-sign with the team.Rumo
  
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• Police: Shaler Twp. Man, 71, Has Been Missing For Two Weeks

  01-09-2018 21:41
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  SHALER TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — Police are searching for a missing man in Shaler Township.
  According to police, 71-year-old Frederick Check was last seen around 2:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 17 at his home on Fall Run Road in Glenshaw.
  (Photo Credit: Shaler Township Police)
  Check drives a 2004 Hyundai Accent with a Pennsylvania license plate reading JJS-0427.
  (Photo Credit: Shaler Township Police)
  Police say Check suffers from depression and other unspecified medica
  
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• Another SCI Greene Corrections Officer Taken To Hospital

  01-09-2018 20:32
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  MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (KDKA) – For the second time in three days, an officer was taken to the hospital after reporting feeling sick at State Correctional Institution Greene.
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  The latest incident occurred Saturday morning, with the officer reported feeling ill after entering into a broom closet to do an inventory. He was pale, nauseated, light headed and had elevated blood pressure and respirations, according to Susan McNaughton of the Pen
  
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• Meghan McCain: ‘America Was Always Great’

  01-09-2018 20:09
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  WASHINGTON, D.C. (CBS NEWS) — Sen. John McCain’s daughter, Meghan McCain, gave an implicit rebuke of President Donald Trump and his famous motto, “Make America Great Again,” at the memorial service for the late senator on Saturday. McCain was the first speaker to pay tribute at the memorial service for her father at the Washington National Cathedral.
  “The America of John McCain has no need to be made great again because America was
  
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• Officials Investigating House Fire In North Braddock

  01-09-2018 19:16
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A house fire in North Braddock is under investigation.
  Crews were sent to the 1200 block of Rebecca Street around noon for a report of a fire.
  Photo Credit: Tim Lawson\KDKA
  Further details have not yet been released.
  Photo Credit: Tim Lawson\KDKA
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• House Fire In North Braddock Reportedly Set By Caller

  01-09-2018 19:16
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – There was a fire reported in North Braddock on Saturday with suspicious circumstances.
  Photo Credit: Tim Lawson\KDKA
  The fire occurred in the 1200 block of Rebecca Street.Photo Credit: Tim Lawson\KDKA
  Dispatch reports state the caller lit there house on fire and left.
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• Florida Man Charged With Battery For Giving Girlfriend ‘Wet Willy’

  01-09-2018 18:35
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  FORT PIERCE, Fla. (AP) — Authorities say a Florida man has been arrested for being belligerent and giving his girlfriend a wet willy.
  A St. Lucie County sheriff’s deputy went to the home after Joseph Sireci’s girlfriend told authorities he was drunk on the living room floor when she returned from work earlier this month.
  Photo Courtesy of St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office
  According to an affidavit, she said Sireci accompanied her and her
  
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• Four Dead, Including Child, In Wrong-Way Crash In Indiana

  01-09-2018 17:44
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  GARY, Ind. (AP) — Indiana State Police say four people, including a child, have died in a wrong-way driver crash on Interstate 90.
  Police say the crash early Saturday in Gary killed the driver of a Toyota SUV that was traveling west in the eastbound lanes of the highway with no headlights on. She was identified as 25-year-old Tiara Davis of Calumet City, Illinois.
  Police say the crash also killed three people in a Jeep: 45-year-old driver Octavio Chavez-R
  
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• Bishop Who Officiated Aretha Franklin’s Funeral Apologized To Ariana Grande

  01-09-2018 16:25
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  DETROIT (AP) — The bishop who officiated Aretha Franklin’s funeral apologized Friday to Ariana Grande for how he touched her onstage and a joke he made about her name.
  Bishop Charles H. Ellis III led Franklin’s funeral and awkwardly greeted Grande on stage after she performed “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman.” Images of the moment showed Ellis’ hand holding Grande well above her waist, with his fingers pressing agains
  
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• Serena Williams: Athletes ‘Should Be Completely Grateful, Honored’ For Protests Started By Kaepernick, Reid

  01-09-2018 15:54
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  NEW YORK (AP) — Serena Williams said every athlete “should be completely grateful and honored” for the protests started by former NFL players Colin Kaepernick and Eric Reid.
  Kaepernick and Reid, two former San Francisco 49ers now out of the league, were each given huge ovations when they were introduced and shown on the big screen during the match between Serena and Venus Williams at the U.S. Open on Friday night. Serena Williams said she was
  
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• Former Presidents Obama, Bush Give Eulogies At McCain’s Washington Funeral

  01-09-2018 15:08
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  WASHINGTON, D.C. (CBS NEWS) — A memorial service for Sen. John McCain is taking place in Washington on Saturday. Former President George W. Bush and former President Barack Obama are giving eulogies at the service at the Washington National Cathedral. Both men defeated McCain in his two campaigns to become president, in 2000 and 2008. President Donald Trump is not attending.
  The service begins at 10:00 a.m. ET.
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• East Hills Shooting Leaves Teenager In Critical Condition

  01-09-2018 14:45
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A teen is in critical condition after a shooting in the East Hills neighborhood of Pittsburgh late Friday night.
  The shooting occurred on Park Hill Drive just after 11 p.m.
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  Officers were called because of reports of gunshots, and when they arrived they found a 17-year-old male who had been shot several times. He was hit in the chest and is in critical but stable condition.
  No weapon was found at the scene and, so far
  
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• Duquesne Police Arrest Man For Public Intoxication, Multiple Drug Infractions

  01-09-2018 14:19
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  DUQUESNE, Pa. (KDKA) — The Duquesne Police arrested a man for public intoxication and multiple drug infractions on Friday.
  The unidentified male was transported to the Allegheny County Jail and will be facing various charges.
  At approximately 8:45 p.m., patrolling officers along Grant Avenue noticed a 33-year-old male from Pittsburgh stumbling down the sidewalk near North Fourth Street.
  Photo Courtesy of the City of Duquesne Police Department.
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• Officials, Public Paid Respects As Sen. John McCain Laid In State

  01-09-2018 13:17
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  WASHINGTON, D.C. (CBS NEWS) — Sen. John McCain was lying in state in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, where top elected officials are paying their respects. McCain is only the 31st person to lie in state there, an honor reserved for past presidents and the most revered public servants.
  McCain died Aug. 25 of brain cancer at age 81.
  Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, Speaker of the House Paul Ryan and Vice President Mike Pence all gave remarks honor McCain a
  
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• Pirates Sell Off Freese, Hechavarria In Separate Trades

  01-09-2018 12:33
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  (AP/KDKA) — The Pittsburgh made two trades late Friday night, selling off third baseman David Freese and shortstop Adeiny Hechavarria.
  The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired Freese in exchange for a minor league infielder Jesus Manuel Valdez and the New York Yankees acquired Hechavarria for a player to be named or cash.
  The deals were completed just ahead of the deadline for traded players to be eligible for postseason play.Freese hit .282 with nine homers and
  
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• Dodgers Acquire Freese From Pirates For Minor Leaguer

  01-09-2018 07:03
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  LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired third baseman David Freese from the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night in exchange for a minor leaguer.
  The deal was completed just ahead of the deadline for traded players to be eligible for postseason play. Freese hit .282 with nine homers and 42 RBIs in 94 games for the Pirates.TRADE: The Pirates acquired minor league infielder Jesus Manuel Valdez from the Dodgers in exchange for INF David Freese.
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• There's still time to splash in city pools and spray parks

  01-09-2018 06:00 via post-gazette.com
  Summer’s final holiday weekend offers tasty ribs, live music, a chance for pooches to plunge into county pools and the Labor Day Parade 
  
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• Cardinal Wuerl laments 'failures to be there' for victims, others

  01-09-2018 05:45 via post-gazette.com
  Former Pittsburgh bishop offers apologies as he’s questioned for how he handled allegations against priests and his predecesor
  
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• High Levels Of Lead, Copper Found In 3 Karns City Schools

  01-09-2018 05:20
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  KARNS CITY, Pa. (KDKA) — Tainted water was found flowing in several schools in Butler County.
  The Karns City Area School District says high levels of lead and copper were found in some samples taken at three schools.District officials say they will flush pipes and change fixtures over the weekend at Karns City High School, as well as at Chicora Elementary and Sugarcreek Elementary.
  Classes will go on as scheduled and bottled water will be available for st
  
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• Polanco Snaps Tie, Pirates Defeat Braves 3-2

  01-09-2018 04:53
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  ATLANTA (AP) – Gregory Polanco’s eighth-inning single drove in Adam Frazier with the tiebreaking run, and the Pittsburgh Pirates recovered after blowing a two-run lead to beat the Atlanta Braves 3-2 on Friday night.
  The first-place Braves, who have lost five of their last seven, saw their NL East lead shrink to two games over Philadelphia.
  Jameson Taillon (11-9) gave up two runs on five hits in seven innings, his 17th consecutive start allowing no m
  
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• Know The Score: Aug. 31, 2018

  01-09-2018 04:23
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA/AP) — It doesn’t get any bigger than high school football in Western Pennsylvania.
  We’re committed to bringing you the best team coverage in the region.
  After the games, you can find all the latest scores right here! Also, check out our Games of the Week here!
  SEARCH FOR YOUR TEAM’S SCORE:
  Abington 16, Plymouth-Whitemarsh 7
  Academy Park 19, Unionville 14
  Aliquippa 55, Waynesburg Central 0
  Allentown Allen 33, Pleasant Val
  
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• Furry Tails: Gob & Obsidian Are Waiting For Forever Homes

  01-09-2018 04:08
  Are you looking to bring a pet into your home? Local animal shelters are a great place to find a furry companion. So, as part of Furry Tails, I’ll be doing an ongoing feature on adoptable pets from local animal shelters once a week. If you have room in your heart and are looking to bring a lovable ball of fur into your home, maybe one of these guys is meant to be a part of your family!_____________________________________________________________________________________
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• Gov. Wolf Agrees To Only One Debate Against Scott Wagner, Breaking Decades-Long Tradition

  01-09-2018 02:01
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — For decades, candidates for governor have debated each other in Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Harrisburg, but this year, Governor Tom Wolf says he’ll only do one debate, prompting criticism from a former governor.
  Wolf agreed to just one debate with his challenger, Scott Wagner, a Republican businessman and former state senator.
  “I think it’s disappointing,” former governor Tom Corbett said.
  Back in 2014, Corbett
  
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• ‘It’s A God-Send’: Bloodhound Donated To Pittsburgh Police Healing Broken Hearts, Training To Save Lives

  01-09-2018 01:43
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  BURLINGTON, N.C. (KDKA) — Hearts broke when the Pittsburgh Police Bureau’s new K-9 Loki died unexpectedly.News of the tragedy spread on social media and offers to donate another bloodhound puppy started pouring in from all over the country.
  The Pittsburgh Police are still heartbroken about Loki and say they are grateful for all of the offers.
  The most unique one came from Burlington, North Carolina, for a bloodhound that is already trained and ready
  
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• What Is K2? Drug Believed To Be Sickening Prison Employees Explained By Addiction Expert

  01-09-2018 01:30
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — All 25 of Pennsylvania’s state prisons remain on lockdown as they try to get a handle on synthetic drugs.
  Specifically, something called K2, which is believed to have sickened more than two dozen prison employees.
  K2 is a synthetic drug that’s a clear, odorless liquid and is apparently being sprayed on letters mailed to inmates.
  “They can rip up pieces of paper and smoke it, which is what I’m guessing they&rsquo
  
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• Father, Daughter Closer Than Ever Following Surprise Gift Of Life

  01-09-2018 01:06
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – It’s been a long road for Mark Capets.
  The 63-year-old had been battling Hepatitis C for years, but things took a turn for the worse a few months ago.
  “I believe it was the fourth treatment that finally eradicated the Hep C, but the irony is after going through all this, which some of them were horrible, only to end up with liver cancer anyway,” Capets said.
  The only chance at survival was getting a liv
  
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• Couple Heartbroken After Dogs Kill Family Pet: ‘Threw Him Around Like He Was A Little Toy’

  01-09-2018 00:56
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  FARMINGTON, Pa. (KDKA) — A Fayette County man is facing charges for harboring dangerous dogs that officials say attacked and killed a family pet and put a man in a hospital.
  For Vonda and Bill Bryner, the last few weeks have been a nightmare.
  Bill’s arm is still wrapped in a bandage after allegedly being attacked by his neighbor’s dogs last month. It started at the couple’s Farmington home on July 18 when the Bryner’s dog, Scrubbs,
  
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• Scammers Taking Advantage Of Buzz Surrounding Amazon Job Opportunities

  01-09-2018 00:53
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A new robocall scam is capitalizing on the buzz surrounding Pittsburgh as a potential site for Amazon’s second headquarters.
  The scammers are asking people to fill out an online job application to work for Amazon from home.  The fact that Amazon is actually hiring 200 full-time virtual employees right now makes this scam particularly tricky.
  “Wouldn’t it be great if amazon does come to Pittsburgh?
  
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• Patrons Complain As Labor Challenges, Ride Malfunctions Force Closures At Kennywood

  01-09-2018 00:48
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  WEST MIFFLIN (KDKA) — Blasting out of the station on Kennywood’s Sky Rocket and being propelled almost straight up is a sensation hard to forget.
  A memory is all Kennywood patrons have of the Sky Rocket thrill right now as a major part broke on the ride earlier this summer.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  “This was a very complex piece of equipment,” Kennywood’s Chris Salerno said. “It had to be manufactured in Europe and we’re wa
  
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• Penn Hills man held on federal charges

  01-09-2018 00:40 via post-gazette.com
  U.S. Magistrate Judge Lisa Pupo Lenihan on Friday ordered Anthony Bentley, 43, jailed pending trial.
  
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• Father Loses Bid To Stop Concussion-Prone Son From Playing Football

  01-09-2018 00:18
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  UPPER ST. CLAIR (KDKA) — It’s close to a religion in our region, but there is little doubt that high school football has its dangers.
  Fear of concussions and their long-term impact drove John Orsini to wage a legal battle to stop his own son from playing.
  “It’s a nightmare. It’s an absolutely nightmare. But he needed to be protected. This could be devastating and all indications are that it very well could be,” Orsini said.
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