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• FBI arrests 3 in Pa. Turnpike heroin pipeline; seizes drugs, guns, cash

  03-05-2019 23:52 via post-gazette.com
  
  Agents charged Harvey Hicks, Breanna Bane and Matthew Pearson after tracking their SUVs between the Harrisburg area and Allegheny County.
  
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• Local Urgent Care Clinics Seeing Spike In Calls Following Confirmed Cases Of Measles

  03-05-2019 23:47
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Doctors at FalconER Urgent Care in Cranberry say they’ve received at least a dozen calls since the latest measles announcement.They do not have the vaccine on hand, but are ordering it due to the interest and demand.
  “We are actively looking into it, but your primary care doctors offices and pharmacies around you carry these vaccinations so you can get it over there,” said Dr. Vikram Singh, FalconER Urgent Care.
  Dr. Singh said the calls are good, but h
  
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• ‘This Is Going To Be Considered An Outbreak’ Allegheny County Now Has 5 Confirmed Cases Of Measles, Officials Recommend Checking Immunity Status

  03-05-2019 23:39
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — With five people now confirmed to have measles in Allegheny County, is this a cluster or an outbreak?
  “The CDC is likely to announce it. we’re not quite sure if they’ll call it an outbreak or a cluster,” says Allegheny County Health Department Director Dr. Karen Hacker.
  The official definition of an outbreak is “a greater than expected number of cases”.It doesn’t imply anything about whether they’re related.A cluster is a
  
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• ‘This Is Going To Be Considered An Outbreak’: Allegheny Co. Now Has 5 Confirmed Cases Of Measles, Officials Recommend Checking Immunity Status

  03-05-2019 23:39
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — With five people now confirmed to have measles in Allegheny County, is this a cluster or an outbreak?
  “The CDC is likely to announce it. we’re not quite sure if they’ll call it an outbreak or a cluster,” says Allegheny County Health Department Director Dr. Karen Hacker.
  The official definition of an outbreak is “a greater than expected number of cases.”
  It doesn’t imply anything about whether they’re related.A cluster is a
  
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• Robert Morris University Officials Hope New Event Center Will Bring More People To Moon Twp., Entice Potential Students

  03-05-2019 23:39
  MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) — Robert Morris University is showing off its new UPMC Events Center, a state-of-the-art facility that will host games, concerts and more.
  The 140,000-square-foot facility seats 5,000 people and will be the new home of the Division I basketball and volleyball teams.
  Basketball coach Andy Toole says his players are impressed.
  “Their jaws dropped when they walked around and saw their new locker room space, their practice facility that’s connected, the we
  
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• Nurse Accused Of Taking Inappropriate Photos Of Elderly Patients, Possessing Child Pornography

  03-05-2019 23:23
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A licensed practical nurse is reportedly accused of taking inappropriate photos of more than a dozen elderly nursing home patients.
  The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports 30-year-old Ashley Ann Smith, of Dravosburg, is facing multiple charges, including invasion of privacy, abuse of care and child pornography.
  Smith is accused of taking photos of elderly patients who were in “various states of undress” and some patients who were “in need of immediate care
  
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• Health department seeks to intervene in federal case against U.S. Steel

  03-05-2019 22:43 via post-gazette.com
  
  Tactical change would pursue civil penalties for Mon Valley pollution problems in court instead of through unilateral enforcement orders.
  
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• Officials: W.Va. Woman Armed With Hammer Dies After Police Shooting

  03-05-2019 22:40
  WELCH, W.Va. (AP) – West Virginia State Police say a woman who died after being shot at by two troopers was armed with a claw hammer and lunged at an officer in a threatening manner.
  News outlets report police identified her Friday as 49-year-old Shawna Widemann of Welch.
  Police responded Sunday night to a domestic violence center in Welch after receiving a call about a person armed with a claw hammer banging on the door. Police said in a news release they found Widemann brandishing a claw
  
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• West Virginia Suspects Among 82 Arrested In Child Pornography Roundup

  03-05-2019 22:21
  ATLANTA (AP) – Authorities say a roundup operation targeting child pornography suspects resulted in 82 arrests across eight Southeastern states.
  The Georgia Bureau of Investigation said in a news release Friday that 31 of the arrests occurred in Georgia. Most of them involved charges of possessing or distributing child pornography. The GBI said some were charged after making plans to have sex with people the suspects met online and believed were minors, but were actually law enforcement of
  
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• Penn Hills Police K-9 Dies

  03-05-2019 22:05
  PENN HILLS (KDKA) — A K-9 with the Penn Hills Police Department died Thursday.
  The department says K-9 Riggs was diagnosed with an incurable advanced stage of cancer.Officer Ryan Walters, Riggs’ partner, made the decision to end the dog’s suffering. Riggs was put to sleep Thursday afternoon.
  Penn Hills Police say K-9 Riggs was 12 years old and had served the community with Walters since 2009.
  
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• State Police Searching For Missing Crawford Co. Man

  03-05-2019 21:45
  ROME TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) — Pennsylvania State Police are searching for a missing man in northwestern Pennsylvania.
  Frank McGarvie, 79, was last seen around 5:30 p.m. Thursday on Wright Road in Rome Township, Crawford County.
  He is 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs about 150 pounds. He has gray hair.CRAWFORD COUNTY: Missing/Endangered. PSP Corry is searching for Frank McGarvie, 79; 5'8", 150 lbs, with gray hair; operating red 2008 Ford F150 PA reg ZHC0984; wearing a tan shirt, blue jeans, an
  
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• Furry Tails: Juda, Tess And Ginny Are Waiting For Forever Homes

  03-05-2019 21:42
  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!_____________________________________________________________________________________
  Juda
  Animal Friends
  
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• Pittsburgh Named One Of America’s Filthiest Cities

  03-05-2019 21:40
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA/CBS) — Pittsburgh is among the nation’s filthiest cities, according to a new study.Twenty-five cities were ranked around the nation and Pittsburgh came in at no. 21.Quality Logo Products looked at residents personal hygiene to make a determination of which cities rank as the worst and the best.
  Miami, New Orleans, Charlotte, Detroit, and New York are in the top 5 cities where people have great personal hygiene.
  Among the worst: Pittsburgh, Seattle, Denver, Washington
  
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• Police charge former Kane McKeesport nurse with taking nude photos of elderly patients

  03-05-2019 21:24 via post-gazette.com
  
  Police accused Ashley Ann Smith, who was terminated, with taking the pictures over 15 months and sending them to a former co-worker.
  
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• Health Department Petitions To Intervene In Federal Suit Against US Steel

  03-05-2019 21:05
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — On Monday, the National Environmental Law Center on behalf of its clients, the Clean Air Council and PennEnvironment, filed a lawsuit against US Steel seeking remedies for the air quality violations related to the December 2018 fire at the Clairton Coke Works.This morning, the Allegheny Health Department filed a motion to intervene in the lawsuit.“Joining this action will ensure the strongest case possible is brought against US Steel,” the county said in a s
  
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• Officials Raze Crumbling Apartment Building In McKeesport

  03-05-2019 20:21
  MCKEESPORT (KDKA) — Demolition is underway on a crumbling apartment building in McKeesport.
  On Thursday, four families living there were forced out of their homes after neighbors complained about bricks falling from the building on Harrison Street.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  A building inspector took a look, declared the building unsafe and ordered everyone to evacuate immediately.
  The demolition was set to begin between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m., but officials decided to give the residents more time to
  
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• Pittsburgh Marathon weekend is off and running Friday

  03-05-2019 19:52 via post-gazette.com
  
  The weekend begins with the GNC Live Well Pittsburgh Health and Fitness Expo.
  
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• Pittsburgh Marathon weekend is off and running

  03-05-2019 19:52 via post-gazette.com
  
  The weekend begins with the GNC Live Well Pittsburgh Health and Fitness Expo.
  
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• General Motors Recalls Trucks Due To Engine Block Heater Cord Fires

  03-05-2019 19:48
  DETROIT (AP) – General Motors is recalling over 368,000 pickups and other trucks worldwide after 19 reports of fires caused by engine block heater cords.
  The recall covers certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 4500, 5500 and 6500 trucks, as well as the 2017 through 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500. All have GM’s 6.6-Liter diesel engines and an optional engine block heater used in colder climates.
  The company said Friday that the electric heater cord or t
  
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• State Police Asking For Assistance In Locating A Man Fleeing A Domestic Dispute

  03-05-2019 19:38
  CENTRAL CITY, Pa. (KDKA) — State police are searching for 34-year-old Justin Wade Hartman. Hartman is wanted for aggravated assault and other charges related to his alleged involvement in a domestic dispute that occurred on May 2 at a resident on #1 Road in Shade Township.
  Wanted- Justin Wade Hartman 5'7" 145lbs 34yoa. Justin fled 1049 #1 Rd, Shade Twp, Somerset Co 05/02/19 @ 0125 hours w/ .22 after a dom dispute. After troops arrived Hartman fired shots from the woods at the home. Hartman
  
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• DA withdraws charges in Swissvale double homicide that killed 7-year-old boy, father

  03-05-2019 19:19 via post-gazette.com
  
  A spokesman for the prosecution said the death of a witness created “evidentiary issues” that could not be overcome.
  
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• Tractor Trailer Crash On Pa. Turnpike Kills One

  03-05-2019 19:16
  LANCASTER COUNTY (KDKA) — A tractor trailer accident on the Turnpike Thursday morning killed 27-year-old Andrew Darling of Latrobe.According to state police, at approximately 10:08 a.m., the truck was traveling eastbound near West Cocalico Township in Lancaster County when it exited the roadway, hit a few trees and traveled down an embankment.Police do not know the reason for the accident.Darling suffered major injuries as a result of the crash and was pronounced dead at the scene by the L
  
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• Ohio’s Congressional Map Declared Unconstitutional, Judges Order New One

  03-05-2019 19:15
  CINCINNATI (AP) — A federal court has ruled that Ohio’s congressional map is unconstitutional and has ordered a new one be drawn for the 2020 elections.
  A three-judge panel of the U.S. District Court in Cincinnati ruled unanimously Friday that district boundaries were manipulated for partisan gain by Republican mapmakers and violate voters’ rights to democratically select their representatives. The ruling blocks Ohio from holding another election under the current map.
  The ruli
  
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• Ohio’s Congressional Map Declared Unconstitutional, GOP To Appeal Ruling

  03-05-2019 19:15
  CINCINNATI (AP) — The Latest on a federal court ruling that Ohio’s congressional map is unconstitutional (all times local):
  4:45 p.m.
  Republicans say they will appeal a federal ruling that orders Ohio to draw a new congressional map for the 2020 elections.
  State Attorney General Dave Yost said Friday the state will seek a stay of the ruling while appealing to the U.S. Supreme Court.
  A three-judge panel ruled Friday that Ohio’s congressional districts were unconstitutionally dra
  
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• 2019 Dick’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Bringing Opportunity And Economic Impact To City

  03-05-2019 18:47
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — It is the weekend the runners have prepared for, Marathon Weekend.Seven different events in all, including seven for pets, but what it really comes down to is an opportunity to put Pittsburgh in the spotlight.“What happens in Pittsburgh is rare,” said Patrice Matamoros, Pittsburgh Marathon Race Director. “There is a special bond among people who love running the way we do. That bond celebrates people, bring people together in unity to celebrate the cit
  
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• Furry Tails: Erie Shelter Trying To Find Hospice Home For Golden Retriever

  03-05-2019 18:19
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — He doesn’t have much time left, and that is why an animal shelter in Erie is desperately trying to find him a forever home.
  The Erie Humane Society says Doc was recently surrendered to them because his family could no longer care for him.
  Just the day before, Doc had surgery to remove a mass that had broken up. But when the results came in, it wasn’t good news.
  The mass was found to be cancerous, and the 7-year-old Golden Retriever just doesn’t have mu
  
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• County Police Asking Auto Repair Facilities For Assistance

  03-05-2019 18:02
  PENN HILLS (KDKA) — On Sunday April 28 on Universal Road in Penn Hills, 51-year-old Joseph Morris was found dead after being struck and killed by a car.
  RELATED STORY: Police: Victim Dragged Several Blocks In Fatal Hit And Run Accident
  Now county police are asking that auto repair facilities and body shops that may have contact with the vehicle to call the Allegheny County Police Tipline with information.The vehicle is likely to have damage to the hood and front driver side.The reward for
  
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• WWE Superstar Carmella Talks Being Bullied As Champion

  03-05-2019 18:00
  By Chuck Carroll
  (CBS Boston/CBS Local) — WWE Superstar Carmella could be on her way to become Miss Money In The Bank for a second time. The queen of the Seven-Second Dance Break parlayed a controversial win in the inaugural women’s MITB ladder match into a four-month reign as SmackDown Women’s Champion by defeating Charlotte Flair to capture the gold last year.
  But before she can become a two-time champion, she’ll have to defeat five other women at the upcoming pay-per-v
  
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• Microsoft Solitaire Inducted Into Video Game Hall Of Fame

  03-05-2019 17:47
  ROCHESTER, NY (KDKA) — Several video games will be inducted into the Video Game Hall of Fame for the class of 2019 and of the 12 finalists, a fan-favorite such as Microsoft Solitaire is on the list.“It’s incredible to think that one of the most played video games in the world got its start in 1990 as a way for Microsoft to teach users how to use a mouse,” says Paul Jensen, Studio Manager for Microsoft Casual Games in a statement.
  Microsoft Solitaire debuted in 1990 on Win
  
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• Police: Man shot in abdomen while arguing with driver in Duquesne

  03-05-2019 17:38 via post-gazette.com
  
  The 30-year-old victim, who was hospitalized in critical condition, was shot during an argument at a traffic light.
  
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• Police: Man shot in abdomen during argument with driver in Duquesne

  03-05-2019 17:38 via post-gazette.com
  
  The 30-year-old victim, who was hospitalized in critical condition, was shot during an argument at a traffic light.
  
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• ‘This Is A Positive Change’ The Unified Positive Effect Community Garden Is Now A Place Of Peace

  03-05-2019 17:34
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Ryan Loew from Public Source won an Emmy for sharing the story of Natalie Thomas and the Unified Positive Effect Community Garden.The garden is located at the corner of Climax Street and Estella Avenue in Beltzhoover. Thomas turned an area of overgrown weeds into a place of peace and unity in the community.
  “It brought me joy that I found that myself that I like,” Thomas said. “Not only that, [it’s] one of two recreational centers about a block a
  
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• Police: Shooting Victim Found In Vehicle In Duquesne

  03-05-2019 17:34
  DUQUESNE (KDKA) — Police are investigating after a man was found shot Friday morning inside a vehicle in Duquesne.
  The gunfire was first reported just after 10:30 a.m. at the intersection of Grant Avenue and Duquesne Boulevard.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  According to initial reports, the man may have suffered a gunshot wound to the stomach.Allegheny County Police say the victim was found inside a vehicle. There have been no updates on his name, age or condition.
  Duquesne and Allegheny County Pol
  
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• Steelers Wide Receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster Hosts ‘JuJu’s Senior Day Of Caring’

  03-05-2019 17:12
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2018 MVP JuJu Smith-Schuster hosted the JuJu Foundation’s Senior Day Of Caring 2019 at Forward Shady Senior Care.
  Smith-Schuster said he “realizes that the elderly community is often overlooked and forgotten.”
  The day consisted of Smith-Schuster partnering with the 8th grade promotion class of Sunnyside Academy to give the seniors activity and exercise room a fresh coat of paint and participate in a line dancing activity.Phot
  
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• Pa. Turnpike Toll Evader Named Stiff Racks Up $128K In Tolls, Fines

  03-05-2019 17:09
  PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The worst toll evader in Pennsylvania is being ordered to pay up.
  The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that Jarrett Stiff didn’t pay for trips on the Pennsylvania Turnpike 2,264 times from 2012 to 2017, more than anyone else in the state. The 36-year-old from suburban Philadelphia racked up nearly $128,000 in unpaid tolls and subsequent fines.
  In a deal with prosecutors, he pleaded guilty in April to theft of services, was ordered to pay over $11,500 and was sentence
  
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• 2019 Kentucky Derby Lineup: Omaha Beach Injury Shakes Up 145th Run For The Roses

  03-05-2019 17:08
  (CBS Chicago/CBS Local) — An already wide-open 2019 Kentucky Derby became even more competitive when the favorite, Omaha Beach, pulled out of Saturday’s race due to a breathing problem. With his removal, the top three favorites are all trained by five-time Kentucky Derby winner Bob Baffert: Game Winner, who’s now going off at 9-2 as the newly-installed favorite, and Improbable and Roadster, who are both listed at 5-1.
  There’s plenty at stake in the 145th Run for the Roses
  
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• Smoking Weed Can Motivate You To Exercise, Study Finds

  03-05-2019 16:45
  PHILADELPHIA (CBS Philly) – Mixing weed with your workouts could be beneficial, according to a new study.
  Health experts say smoking pot could actually motivate someone to get to the gym.
  Researchers in Colorado surveyed more than 600 people in five states where the drug has been legalized for recreational use.
  They found those who smoked either before or after hitting the gym, or even both, said they worked out more.
  Some even said it helped with recovery from minor aches and pains.
  
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• Longtime Married Couple From Erie Dies Within Minutes Of Each Other

  03-05-2019 15:57
  ERIE, Pa. (AP) — Family members say a Pennsylvania couple that had been married for almost 45 years passed away within minutes of each other.
  Clair “Cos” Vance had made daily visits to a care center where his 70-year-old wife, Jeanne, lived due to mobility and medical issues. But those visits stopped last week when he developed a flu-like illness and was hospitalized.
  As his condition worsened, Jeanne spoke with her 75-year-old husband on the phone. She last spoke to him minute
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Parts Of Area Under Severe Weather Risk, Marathon Weekend To Be Soggy

  03-05-2019 15:49
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Parts of Western Pennsylvania are under a marginal risk of severe weather.
  But KDKA Meteorologist Ron Smiley says it’s a long shot we see any at this point.We do expect a cold front to sweep through after 4 p.m. tonight and this will give us our best chance for storms today with the threat lasting through 8 p.m. tonight.
  The forecast for the weekend has steadily been improving over the past 24 hours.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
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• PTL Links: May 3, 2019

  03-05-2019 15:12
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Pittsburgh Marathon
  Cookie Table College
  Cookie Table College on Facebook
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  Yelp Pittsburgh
  Boyd and Blair Cocktails
  Cinco de Mayo Cocktail Recipes
  
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• Police Seek 2 Suspects In Carrick Assault, Carjacking

  03-05-2019 15:01
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Police are looking for two suspects following a carjacking and assault overnight in Carrick.
  A Pittsburgh Police spokesperson says the incident happened around 1:45 a.m. Police officers were called to Brownsville Road.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  According to officials, the victim was driving around with two acquaintances. When they got to the intersection of Amanda and Birmingham Avenues, the men got out of the vehicle and went into a home.
  Investigators say the victim told o
  
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• Massive Tree Falls, Blocks Shady Ave. In Squirrel Hill

  03-05-2019 14:40
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — At least four vehicles were damaged when a massive tree came crashing down overnight in Squirrel Hill.
  The tree blocked part of Shady Avenue, between Northumberland Street and Aylesboro Avenue.
  It also brought down power lines.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Neighbors who KDKA’s Amy Wadas has talked to say it was storming in the area Thursday night, and they believe that’s what brought down the tree.
  Tree trimmers were brought in early this morning with their chainsaw
  
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• U.S. Steel's big bet on the future cheers workers, but efficiency could squeeze jobs

  03-05-2019 14:28 via post-gazette.com
  
  U.S. Steel tries to answer the question: Can the region’s last steel mill, which dates back to the 1870s, survive in the 21st century?
  
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• Pittsburgh plans to replace Grant Street's brick surface over several years beginning Monday

  03-05-2019 14:28 via post-gazette.com
  
  A. Merante Contracting Inc. will begin work on one side between Seventh and Liberty avenues and all traffic will be moved to the other side.
  
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• A pastor's confession of Notre Dame fire feelings draws ire

  03-05-2019 14:18 via post-gazette.com
  
  Linking cathedral fire to French Muslims offends some hearers, even as pastor tried to say he was repenting of a “horrible thought.”
  
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• Living Here: Living Blue at Bakery Square is easy and pricey

  03-05-2019 14:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Bakery Square’s Living Blue apartments offer a sense of community, free bagels and coffee and a state-of-the-art fitness center.
  
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• Vehicle Crashes Into Pole, Knocks Out Power In Monroeville

  03-05-2019 06:28
  MONROEVILLE (KDKA) — A vehicle crashed into a pole and knocked out power in Monroeville late Thursday night.
  It happened just before midnight on Mosside Boulevard.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Brian Smithmyer)
  Mosside Boulevard is closed between MacBeth Drive and Forbes Hospital. Drivers can still access Forbes.
  According to Duquesne Light, almost 300 customers in the area were without power as of 12:25 a.m. Friday.Click here for Duquesne Light outages.Traffic lights, however, were
  
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• Woman Wanted By W.Va. Authorities In Connection To Death Investigation

  03-05-2019 06:12
  GRAYSVILLE, Pa. (KDKA) — Authorities in West Virginia and Pennsylvania are searching for a woman in connection to two investigations.
  The Greene County Regional Police Department in Graysville, Pa., says Melissa Dawn McCormick is being investigating by the Monongalia County Sheriff’s Office in West Virginia in connection to a death investigation.
  Further details were not released.
  McCormick is also wanted by Greene County Regional Police for retail theft.Anyone who sees McCormick or
  
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• McKeesport Families Forced Out Of Crumbling Apartment Building

  03-05-2019 05:37
  MCKEESPORT (KDKA) — Four McKeesport families are without a home after city officials condemned a crumbling apartment building they were living in on Harrison Street.
  Neighbors called the city Thursday complaining about bricks falling and the building shifting.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Bryce Lutz)
  All tenants were evacuated immediately after a building inspector confirmed the building was dangerously unsafe. Tenants were given less than 24 hours to move out.“At the end of t
  
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• Holocaust remembrance service in Pittsburgh honors victims and protectors

  03-05-2019 04:19 via post-gazette.com
  
  Annual event adds tribute to victims of recent synagogue shootings and honors first responders to Tree of Life massacre
  
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