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• Foxtail Bar Management Taking Steps To Prevent Another Brawl

  04-02-2019 23:54
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – There are new details about a fight at a South Side club early Sunday morning.
  The crowd at the Foxtail Bar was so unruly, police had to shut down part of the 1600 block of Carson Street, and now the bar’s management is taking action in an attempt to prevent a recurrence of the incident.
  A viewer sent KDKA disturbing video of the fight that happened at Foxtail Bar. The video shows a large group of people pushing, shoving and scre
  
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• More wells saw pressure spikes tied to CNX Utica well problem; efforts to 'kill' well underway

  04-02-2019 23:37 via post-gazette.com
  
  Regulators expect the Shaw 1G well to be brought under control by Monday evening. Next comes the investigation into what went wrong.
  
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• CNX says Utica well now under control, after more shallow wells saw pressure spikes.

  04-02-2019 23:37 via post-gazette.com
  
  Now comes the investigation into what went wrong.
  
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• State declares Air Quality Action Day as particulate levels rise

  04-02-2019 23:33 via post-gazette.com
  
  Code Orange represents unhealthy pollution levels for sensitive people.
  
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• Mon Incline Service Suspended Due To Reported Water Main Break

  04-02-2019 23:28
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Service on the Monongahela Incline will be suspended for an unknown period of time because of a water main break that happened Monday afternoon.
  The break happened on Grandview Avenue.
  Water poured from the street into the upper incline station.
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  The Port Authority of Allegheny County says the water got into the computer room.
  Shuttle buses will operate between the upper and lower incline stations during regular inc
  
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• Pa. Man Pleads Guilty To Trafficking Protected Turtles To Canada

  04-02-2019 23:21
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  PHILADELPHIA (AP) – A Pennsylvania man has pleaded guilty to trafficking protected turtles.
  The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania says David Sommers on Monday admitted to sending a package to Canada in 2014 containing 11 diamondback terrapin hatchlings.
  In this Dec. 16, 2014 file photo, baby diamondback terrapin turtles swim in a container at the Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science in Manahawkin, N.J.
  
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• DA drops sex counts against ex-Duquesne U basketball player charged with dorm rape

  04-02-2019 23:06 via post-gazette.com
  
  Nick Washington, 21, pleaded guilty to a single misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct after prosecutors cited “evidentiary” issues.
  
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• Companies Are Rolling Out CBD And Hemp Oil For Pets

  04-02-2019 22:41
  (CBS Local/CBS Miami)–As more states legalize marijuana for medicinal and recreational use, some companies are now marketing cannabis products for your pets. However, experts caution the supplements are not necessarily a good fit for every animal.
  Two and a half-year-old Kogi is very attached to his family and does not like it when they leave him all alone.
  “It’s worse when we both leave together,” explained Kelly Alto.
  Alto says after researching online how to help Kogi&
  
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• Pirates Reportedly Bring Back Francisco Liriano On Minor-League Deal

  04-02-2019 22:03
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Pittsburgh Pirates dipped into the bargain bin once again, reportedly signing a familiar face on Monday.
  Francisco Liriano signed a minor-league deal, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.Free-agent left-hander Francisco Liriano in agreement with #Pirates, sources tell The Athletic.
  — Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) February 4, 2019
  The 35-year-old pitched for Pittsburgh from 2013-16, going 41-36 with a 3.67 ERA in 107 s
  
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• Pirates Bring Back Francisco Liriano On Minor-League Deal

  04-02-2019 22:03
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Pittsburgh Pirates dipped into the bargain bin once again, signing a familiar face on Monday.
  Francisco Liriano signed a minor-league deal.OFFICIAL: The Pirates today agreed to terms on a minor league contract with LHP Francisco Liriano, which includes an invitation to big league camp.Welcome back, Frankie! pic.twitter.com/SLkpzYbOGb
  — Pirates (@Pirates) February 5, 2019
  The 35-year-old pitched for Pittsburgh from 2013-16, go
  
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• State Police In Indiana Update 5 Most Wanted List

  04-02-2019 21:44
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  INDIANA, Pa. (KDKA) – The state police in Indiana, Pa., updated their “Five Most Wanted” list after one of the suspects was taken into custody on Monday.
  Joseph John Benko, 44, was arrested without incident by troopers after the police received a tip from a citizen. He was wanted for a felony firearms violation. Bail was set at $1,500 unsecured. His preliminary hearing is scheduled for Feb. 19.
  Also in custody from the most recent list is Anth
  
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• 2 Hospitalized In Homewood House Fire

  04-02-2019 21:41
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  HOMEWOOD (KDKA) — Two people were taken to the hospital after a house fire in Homewood on Monday.
  Firefighters were sent to a home on Rosedale Street between Hill Avenue and Madiera Street just before 3 p.m.
  Emergency dispatchers confirm two people have been transported to the hospital. Their conditions are unknown.
  The fire was not under control as of 3:30 p.m.
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• State Troopers To Conduct ‘Operation Yellow Jacket’ In Indiana County

  04-02-2019 21:30
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  INDIANA, Pa. (KDKA) — Pennsylvania State Police will be conducting another “Operation Yellow Jacket” in Indiana County on Tuesday and Wednesday.
  “Operation Yellow Jacket” is a program where state troopers conduct speed enforcement from PennDOT highway maintenance vehicles.
  State police say the program allows PennDOT and state police to work together to keep highways safe for everyone.
  Troopers will be posted at select locations on
  
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• Tree removal employee killed on the job in O'Hara

  04-02-2019 21:28 via post-gazette.com
  
  The man was with a crew that was removing trees in the 300 block of Marberry Drive around 10:45 a.m., police said.
  
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• Dog Found With Severe Facial Disfigurement, Humane Workers Investigating

  04-02-2019 21:22
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Animal welfare investigators are trying to figure out who is responsible for a dog that was brought into a Pittsburgh shelter Monday afternoon with severe facial injuries.
  The dog is now being cared for at the Humane Animal Rescue’s East End shelter.
  According to shelter officials, the dog was brought in by animal control officers.
  The dog’s snout and face have been severely disfigured.(Source: Humane Animal Rescue)
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• Tree Service Employee Struck, Killed By Falling Tree In O’Hara Twp.

  04-02-2019 21:15
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  O’HARA TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — A tree service employee was struck and killed by a falling tree in O’Hara Township late Monday morning.
  It happened around 10:45 a.m. on Marberry Drive near Bradberry Drive.
  Police and paramedics were sent to the scene for a report of a man being hit by a falling tree.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Aaron Sledge)
  At the scene, responders found a 33-year-old man who had been struck by a falling tree and pinned unde
  
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• Hozier To Stop In Pittsburgh On Tour

  04-02-2019 20:53
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Hozier will be coming to Pittsburgh later this year on his “Wasteland, Baby!” tour.
  The Grammy-nominated musician will be at the Benedum Center on Sunday, May 26.
  Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. at LiveNation.com.Very excited to announce new US Tour dates with tickets going on sale this Friday. Looking forward to returning stateside for my #WastelandBaby Tour and hope to see many of you there. https://t.co/fbKC1zmbcw p
  
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• How You Can Report A Pothole To PennDOT, Or City Of Pittsburgh

  04-02-2019 20:49
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — If there’s a pothole near you that needs to be fixed, there are several ways you can report it.
  If you live within the City of Pittsburgh, you can call the city’s 311 line, or visit the city’s pothole repair page.
  Anyone outside the city limits can contact PennDOT at 1-800-FIX-ROAD.
  Or, visit this link.
  For more information from PennDOT, click this link.
  
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• Code Orange Air Quality Action Day Issued For 20 Pa. Counties

  04-02-2019 20:21
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has issued a Code Orange Air Quality Action Day for 20 Pennsylvania counties.
  The following counties are included:Allegheny, Butler, Westmoreland, Armstrong, Fayette, Beaver, Washington, Northampton, Lehigh, Berks, Cumberland, Dauphin, York, Lebanon, Lancaster, Philadelphia, Bucks, Delaware, Montgomery and Chester.
  The DEP says fine particulate matter levels rose faster than expec
  
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• Diana Ross To Perform At The 61st Annual GRAMMY Awards On CBS

  04-02-2019 20:00
  Diana Ross has been announced as a special performer for this month’s 61st Annual GRAMMY Awards. Ross, a former GRAMMY Award winner herself,  will celebrate her own greatest musical accomplishments on stage in honor of her 75th birthday.
  A trailblazer in entertainment, Ross was the leader of the most successful female group of all time which in turn helped her launch a timeless solo career. Her musical catalog includes an astounding 42 #1 songs, 91 singles and 59 albums. Ross has
  
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• Report: Eastern Pa. Brewery Coming To Pittsburgh

  04-02-2019 19:25
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — An eastern Pennsylvania brewery is coming to Pittsburgh this year.
  The Reading Eagle reports that Sly Fox Brewing Co. plans to open a brewpub in The Highline, the 6-story brick warehouse formerly known as the Terminal Building on the South Side.
  Sly Fox hopes to open the brewpub by the end of 2019. The location will have a 7-barrel brewing system for brewing small and experimental batches of beer.
  John Giannopoulos, Sly Fox’s man
  
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• PWSA, city to rework cooperation agreement

  04-02-2019 19:23 via post-gazette.com
  
  A decision Monday at Pittsburgh’s biggest water utility means an effective end to a nearly 25-year pact with the city.
  
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• 5 reasons why autonomous cars aren't coming anytime soon

  04-02-2019 19:18 via post-gazette.com
  
  Regular use of self-driving vehicles are — at best — 10 years down the road as researchers work out all the kinks.
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Record-Setting Rainfall Possible Later This Week, Flooding A Big Concern

  04-02-2019 19:04
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — It feels like a warm-up is Western Pennsylvania’s reward for getting through the frigid temperatures of last week.
  Temperatures fell 5 below zero at one point with wind chills surpassing minus-30 degrees at times in some spots.If you just do the math, you could say, at times, it will “feel” 90 degrees warmer today than it did last Wednesday.
  With the warmer temperatures comes some concerns due to all the ice and snow
  
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• Vehicle Overturns In Vandergrift Crash

  04-02-2019 18:57
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  VANDERGRIFT (KDKA) — A vehicle overturned onto its roof in a crash in Westmoreland County on Monday.
  It happened just after noon on Pennsylvania Avenue at Maryland Avenue in Vandergrift.
  Police and medics were sent to the scene after a vehicle crashed and flipped onto its roof. Two people were reportedly trapped inside.
  Crews were still on the scene around 12:30 p.m.
  Further details, including how the crash happened, have not yet been announced.
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• On Rosa Parks' birthday, advocates push for transit fairness

  04-02-2019 18:47 via post-gazette.com
  
  Port Authority CEO Katharine Eagan Kelleman, who attended, said a coming study aims to ensure that coming fare changes are fair.
  
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• Penguins Defenseman Justin Schultz Full Participant In Practice, Eyeing Return

  04-02-2019 18:30
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — It looks as though injured Penguins defensman Justin Schultz could be making his return to the ice soon.
  Multiple reports say Schultz participated fully in practice.
  “Justin Schultz on the ice for practice. Wearing a non-contact sweater, too.”
  Justin Schultz on the ice for practice. Wearing a non-contact sweater, too.
  — Jason Mackey (@JMackeyPG) February 4, 2019Schultz has played in four total games this season after
  
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• Pittsburgh police: Teenager arrives at hospital with gunshot wound

  04-02-2019 18:27 via post-gazette.com
  
  The teenager told investigators he was on Meadow Street near Paulson Avenue in Larimer when he heard gunshots.
  
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• Judge jails Pittsburgh couple who attacked teacher in 2017 with brick

  04-02-2019 18:22 via post-gazette.com
  
  Daishonta Williams and Vincent Beasley were taken from the courtroom in handcuffs to start their jail term of 11-1/2 to 23 months.
   
  
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• Cash 5 Ticket Worth $650K Purchased In Beaver County

  04-02-2019 18:03
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  ALIQUIPPA (KDKA) — Someone who purchased a Pennsylvania Lottery ticket in Beaver County just hit the jackpot.
  The Lottery says a jackpot-wining Cash 5 ticket worth $650,000 was sold at Giles Plaza News on Sheffield Road in Aliquippa.
  The ticket matched all five numbers drawn on Saturday:04-08-12-16-34.
  Giles Plaza News will earn a $5,000 selling bonus.
  Cash 5 prizes expire one year from the drawing date. Winners should sign the ticket and contact the near
  
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• Don't blink: Eric Jones brings the wonder to Feb. 6 opening of Pittsburgh Cultural Trust's "Liberty Magic"

  04-02-2019 18:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Philadelphia illusionist wows audiences with special effects both great and intimate.
  
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• State of the Union guests to include TSA worker, manufacturing CEO

  04-02-2019 17:53 via post-gazette.com
  
  A Transportation Security Administration worker and the president of a manufacturing company will be the guests of Pennsylvania’s senators.
  
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• Tree Falls In O’Hara Twp., 1 Dead

  04-02-2019 17:52
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  O’HARA TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — One person was killed after apparently being trapped under a fallen tree in O’Hara Township late Monday morning.
  It happened around 11:15 a.m. on Marberry Drive near Bradberry Drive.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Aaron Sledge)
  A tree reportedly fell and trapped a person.
  Firefighters confirmed one person was dead at the scene.
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• Montreal rabbi to give talks at Temple Sinai

  04-02-2019 17:43 via post-gazette.com
  
  Rabbi Grushcow to talk on “The Sacred Encounter: Jewish Perspectives on Sexuality”
  
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• City looks to join Dolly Parton's Imagination Library program to get free books to youth

  04-02-2019 17:33 via post-gazette.com
  
  Under the grant, Pittsburgh would become an affiliate of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program.
  
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• 2 Accused Of Assaulting Teacher Sentenced To 11 1/2 To 23 Months In Jail

  04-02-2019 17:28
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A man and a woman have been sentenced to jailtime for the assault of a Pittsburgh elementary school teacher in 2017.
  A judge sentenced Dai’Shonta Williams and Vincent Beasley to 11 1/2 to 23 months in jail on Monday.BREAKING: Judge sentences woman and man accused of assaulting teacher in 2017 to 11 1/2 to 23 months on multiple counts of aggravated assault. Teacher testifies "my life has completely changed. " #KDKA pic.twitter.com
  
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• Frustrated Super Bowl Viewers More Impressed By New CBS Talent Show ‘The World’s Best’

  04-02-2019 17:17
  Super Bowl LIII was not exactly the fireworks display that we have come to expect from the big game in the last several years. The 13-3 victory for the New England Patriots over the Los Angeles Rams featured the lowest combined point total in Super Bowl history, and the only touchdown came with eight minutes to go in the fourth quarter.
  Needless to say, fans tuning in to watch were not exactly pleased. The good news for those that stayed after the game and through the trophy presentation was tha
  
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• Autonomous Vehicles May Not Hit The Roads For Decades

  04-02-2019 16:50
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  PITTSBURGH (AP) — Autonomous vehicles won’t be coming to your city anytime soon.
  Even the most optimistic of experts say it will be 10 years before the cars are everywhere, but others believe it will take decades.RELATED STORY: Uber To Resume Autonomous Vehicle Testing In PittsburghThe biggest reasons are camera and laser sensors that can’t see through heavy snow or figure out where to go if lane lines are covered.
  Autonomous vehicles also hav
  
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• ‘Young And The Restless’ Star Kristoff St. John Found Dead

  04-02-2019 16:31
  (CBS Local/CBSLA)— “Young and the Restless” star Kristoff St. John, who played Neil Winters on the soap opera for the last 28 years, was found dead Sunday at his home in California.
  St. John, 52, was found dead at his home in the Woodland Hills area, according to the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office. Detectives have been called in to investigate the actor’s death, which was characterized as a possible alcohol overdose.
  His death was confirmed by his attorney, Mar
  
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• Thunderbird Cafe ready to reopen; Marquee plans fall through

  04-02-2019 15:58 via post-gazette.com
  
  The expanded Lawrenceville venue will open in April after a nearly three-year expansion.
  
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• ‘Young & The Restless’ Star Kristoff St. John Dead At 52

  04-02-2019 15:51
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  PITTSBURGH (CBS) — “Young and the Restless” star Kristoff St. John, who played Neil Winters on the soap opera for the last 28 years, was found dead Sunday of alcohol poisoning.
  St. John, 52, was found dead at his home in the Woodland Hills area, according to the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office. Detectives have been called in to investigate the actor’s death, which was characterized as a possible alcohol overdose.
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• Police: Man in critical condition after Penn Hills shooting

  04-02-2019 15:47 via post-gazette.com
  
  The victim was inside a bar on Verona Road before the shooting, but it’s unclear why he left the establishment, county police said.
  
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• Man In Critical Condition After Being Shot, Dragged In Penn Hills

  04-02-2019 15:23
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  PENN HILLS (KDKA) — A man is in critical condition after being shot and dragged by a vehicle after leaving a bar overnight in Penn Hills.
  Police were called to the scene along Verona Road just before 1:15 a.m., where they found the victim lying in the road.
  According to investigators, the 26-year-old man had been shot multiple times.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Authorities say he had just left a bar on Verona Road. He was there with a friend.
  Police say they bel
  
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• Port Authority reports delays for light-rail riders

  04-02-2019 15:21 via post-gazette.com
  
  The delays stem from mechanical issues affecting multiple rail cars Downtown, the Port Authority of Allegheny County said.
  
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• PTL Links: Feb. 4, 2019

  04-02-2019 15:11
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Oakmont Bakery
  Animal Friends
  Financial Advisor Rob Wilson
  Pittsburgh Marathon Febmoveary
  
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• Mechanical Issues Causing Delays For T Riders

  04-02-2019 14:59
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Port Authority says T riders are seeing significant delays this morning due to mechanical issues.
  According to the Port Authority’s Twitter page, all rail lines are seeing delays of up to 15-20 minutes for the morning rush hour.With multiple rail cars experiencing mechanical issues in the central business district, all rail lines are experiencing a 15-20 minute delay.
  — Port Authority PGH (@PGHtransit) February 4, 2019
  
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• From cactus prick to coma: The strange medical journey of former Penguin Lyle Odelein

  04-02-2019 14:38 via post-gazette.com
  
  Former Pittsburgh Penguin Lyle Odelein had a groundbreaking triple transplant after contracting an infection from a cactus needle. 
  
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• Shooting Victim Dies From Injuries, Found In Front Yard In Duquesne Heights

  04-02-2019 14:03
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  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh Police officers responded to the scene of a fatal shooting early Monday morning in the city’s Duquesne Heights neighborhood.A victim was found unresponsive, lying in the grass just steps away from the front porch of a home on Plymouth Street around 3 a.m.(Photo Credit: Meghan Schiller/KDKA)
  Police say he was shot multiple times and died from his injuries.
  Several detectives focused their attention in the front yard of
  
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• Mastering the drone: Flips, leaps and sputters fuel learning curve

  04-02-2019 13:30 via post-gazette.com
  
  Drone Academy training 10 North Side teens to become licensed pilots in fast-growing industry
  
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• Citizen Science Lab on the move with second location

  04-02-2019 13:30 via post-gazette.com
  
  Outgrowing its space in the Energy Innovation Center in the Hill District, the four-year-old nonprofit is expanding to Bethel Park
  
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