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• State senators push to end secrecy in judicial nominations as controversial court pick is approved

  18-12-2019 23:28 via post-gazette.com
  
  Critics say applicants to fill judicial vacancies and their qualifications should be posted online for public review.
  
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• Campaign 2020: Former Politicians Preview Upcoming Democratic Debate

  18-12-2019 23:12
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Former Pennsylvania Democratic Party Chairman Jim Burn and former state governor Tom Corbett talked to KDKA’s Stacy Smith about the upcoming Democratic debate.
  Burn talked about how the Democratic candidates have strayed away from talking about impeachment. But he believes it will be talked about at some point.“The parties are polarized. Most Democrats want to see this, Republicans do not,” Burn said.
  “Both parties look for red meat,” Burn
  
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• Heinz Hall to start security screening in January

  18-12-2019 22:44 via post-gazette.com
  
  Ticket holders will be able to walk through unimpeded, keeping all items on their person.
  
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• Campaign 2020: House Debating Articles Of Impeachment Against President Donald Trump

  18-12-2019 22:44
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The House of Representatives is debating two articles of impeachment against President Trump.
  Former state governor Tom Corbett and former Pennsylvania Democratic Party Chairman Jim Burn broke down the recent events of the impeachment inquiry.
  The event has been receiving a lot of coverage, and Corbett believes people are already set in their ways.
  “It is personal,” Corbett said. Emotions are very high. … You see in the polls, it doesn’t show a
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Snow Squalls Creating Dangerous Driving Conditions

  18-12-2019 21:34
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A Snow Squall Warning is in place, causing slick roads with icy, hazardous conditions.
  Washington County, southern Allegheny County, Westmoreland County and northern Fayette County are under a Snow Squall Warning.Allegheny County reports that countywide, snow squalls are affecting the roads. On Twitter, the county says Public Works has deployed more than 20 trucks to treat any slick spots.Countywide: Snow squall is moving through the county putting down a quick blanket
  
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• Man Stabbed After His Granddaughter And Three Other Teens Enter, Rob His Home

  18-12-2019 21:30
  
  HAZEL DELL, Wash. (CBS Local) — A Washington state man was stabbed in the neck and robbed by a group of teenagers, including his granddaughter, on Monday night, police said.
  The victim, 66, told investigators he was inside his home in Hazel Dell, Washington, when his granddaughter and three other teens entered the house, assaulted him and left with his car, wallet and cellphone.
  He was treated at a nearby hospital for life-threatening injuries.
  Officers tracked down the stolen vehicle in S
  
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• Male, Female Injured In Double Shooting In North Side

  18-12-2019 21:28
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Police are on the scene of a double shooting on the North Side.Dispatch confirms police and medics are on the scene of a double shooting with a female reportedly shot in the wrist and a male reportedly shot in the back of the head.The shooting was reported before 3 p.m. It happened at the intersection of Kennedy Avenue and Norwood Avenue on Pittsburgh’s North Side.Officials did not release the condition of either victim, nor did they say what led up to the shootin
  
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• 1 Person Dead Following North Side Double Shooting

  18-12-2019 21:28
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – One person is dead and another is injured after a double shooting on the North Side.(Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Dispatch confirms police and medics are on the scene of the shooting with a female reportedly shot in the wrist and a male reportedly shot in the back of the head.The shooting was reported before 3 p.m. It happened at the intersection of Kennedy Avenue and Norwood Avenue on Pittsburgh’s North Side.Officials did not release the condition of either victim, nor di
  
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• Slanted Toilet Designed To Stop Workers From Taking Long Bathroom Breaks

  18-12-2019 20:28
  
  (CBS Local) — A new toilet has been designed to encourage employees to spend less time in the bathroom while at work and keep lines moving at public restrooms.
  A British startup called StandardToilet says its toilet is like the traditional toilet bowl design except for one key difference: the seat has been sloped by 13 degrees.
  Developers say the slope mimics squat thrusts, putting strain on the user’s legs and making them want to get up after about five minutes.
  “It is estimat
  
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• First Responders On Scene In Reserve Twp. After Vehicle Slides Into Occupied School Bus

  18-12-2019 20:28
  
  RESERVE, Pa. (KDKA) – First responders are on the scene in Reserve Township after a vehicle slid into an occupied school bus.
  Allegheny County on Twitter says the accident happened on Hoffman Road and Otto Street.
  Reserve: Hoffman Rd/Otto St – vehicle slid into occupied school bus; unknown injuries. Responders on scene.
  — Allegheny County (@Allegheny_Co) December 18, 2019
  A vehicle slid into the bus, which was carrying students. Dispatchers say at least three vehicles were invo
  
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• Former Regatta Promoter Derek Weber Appears In Court For DUI, Public Drunkenness Charges

  18-12-2019 20:14
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The promoter of this year’s canceled Three Rivers Regatta who is accused of DUI and urinating in public appeared in court Wednesday.Derek Weber, the head of Lionheart Event Group, faces two DUIs and a public drunkenness charge after police in Ross Township say someone saw him urinating in the parking lot of the North Hills Village Mall.
  His attorney spoke to KDKA following Weber’s preliminary hearing Wednesday morning.
  “He is very disappointed in himse
  
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• Route 65 Shut Down For Multiple Accidents Involving At Least 8 Cars

  18-12-2019 20:04
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – At least eight vehicles are involved in multiple crashes that have shut down Route 65.Dispatchers report medics and police are on the scene of two accidents both at Ohio River Boulevard and River Road on either sides of the roadway.Route 65 is currently being shut down between the Hazel Light and McKown Street.There is no word on the extent of injuries at this time or what caused the accidents.Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
  
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• ‘This Is So Disgusting!’: School Experiment Shows Importance Of Hygiene

  18-12-2019 19:14
  
  IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (CBS Local) — A classroom science experiment in Idaho goes viral in more ways than one.
  With flu season in full swing, Dayna Robertson’s class at Discovery Elementary in Idaho Falls decided to see just how important it is to wash our hands.
  The experiment separated five pieces of plain white bread into different ziplock bags. One was touched with dirty hands, another with hands washed with soap and water, one touched with hands that used hand sanitizer, another sli
  
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• Caroling With Cops: Pittsburgh Police Join CAPA Students To Sing Christmas Carols Downtown

  18-12-2019 19:04
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – CAPA students and Pittsburgh cops teamed up to bring a little extra holiday cheer to commuters’ Wednesday mornings.
  Pittsburgh Police shared photos of cops caroling alongside students from CAPA’s Vocal Department.They stood on the corner of Liberty Avenue and Sixth Street downtown, singing loud for all to hear.(Photo Credit: Facebook Police/Facebook)
  “And the cops… well, they gave it their all too!” the post reads.
  In a video shared to Twi
  
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• Drug dealer who sold pure fentanyl gets 7 years in fatal overdose

  18-12-2019 18:42 via post-gazette.com
  
  Investigators said Tyree Saunders sold pure fentanyl to Jeremy Clark in 2017.
  
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• Turtle Creek Elementary Student Suspended For Allegedly Bringing 2 BB Guns To School

  18-12-2019 18:30
  
  TURTLE CREEK, Pa. (KDKA) – A Turtle Creek elementary student has been suspended for allegedly bringing two BB guns to school.The Woodland Hills School District superintendent says a 5th grade boy was allegedly showing off two BB guns to students on the bus.When the bus arrived at school, the children told adults about what they had seen. The district says the principal spoke to the boy, who was apparently planning on playing with a friend after school.The student was removed from school an
  
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• Man Found Dead In Wife’s Freezer After A Decade Left Note Saying She Didn’t Kill Him

  18-12-2019 18:08
  
  TOOELE, Utah (CBS Local) — A man found dead in a freezer may have planned to keep his death a secret to help his wife collect government benefits, police in Utah said.
  Officers found the body of Paul Edward Mathers, 69, in a chest-style freezer on Nov. 22, shortly after his wife died of natural causes in a retirement community in Tooele, about 35 miles southwest of Salt Lake City.
  Investigators believe his wife, Jeanne Souron-Mathers, 75, had put her husband in the freezer after he died be
  
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• President Of Pittsburgh LGBTQ Organization Accused Of Impersonating Allegheny Co. Sheriff’s Deputy

  18-12-2019 18:05
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A local LGBTQ leader is being accused of forgery and impersonating an Allegheny County sheriff’s deputy.According to his attorney, Gary Van Horn will be coming to city court on Wednesday to face charges of impersonating a public official and forgery.The charges stem from a state police investigation into the Delta Foundation president who now stands accused of falsely representing himself as an Allegheny sheriff’s deputy and rigging his personal car with pol
  
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• City Council quickly votes to kill pension sweetener for elected officials

  18-12-2019 17:37 via post-gazette.com
  
  “I don’t think it’s fair at all with anyone’s pension,” Councilwoman Harris said. “I’m one of the people that puts in over 80 years of work.”
  
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• Pa. Game Commission Continues Investigation Into Deer Abuse Video, Asks For ‘Patience And Understanding’

  18-12-2019 17:34
  
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) – The state Game Commission is once again asking outraged Pennsylvanians to show “understanding and patience” as they continue to investigate a video showing two teenagers torturing an injured deer.“State game wardens are still diligently working with local law enforcement officials and the Pennsylvania State Police to conduct a thorough and proper investigation, including reviewing all potential evidence associated with the case,” a Facebook post
  
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• 2019 CBS Sports Classic: Matchups, Key Players And How To Watch

  18-12-2019 17:24
  
  (CBS Local/CBS Los Angeles)- College basketball season is in full swing, and as the month of December nears its conclusion, teams across the country are getting their final few non-conference games and early-season showcase matchups out of the way. This Saturday, CBS will have a pair of premier games to watch with the 5th annual CBS Sports Classic.
  At the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, the North Carolina Tar Heels will face the UCLA Bruins followed by a top-10 matchup between the #5 Ohio S
  
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• Rania’s Recipes: Filet Mignon With Caesar Butter

  18-12-2019 16:41
  
  It’s time to start thinking about Christmas dinner! Rania Harris is sharing her mouth-watering recipe for filet mignon with Caesar butter.
  Filet Mignon with Caesar Butter
  For the Caesar Butter:2 garlic cloves
  2 anchovy fillets (deboned if necessary)
  Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  Freshly ground black pepper
  ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into several pieces, at room temperature
  Kosher sa
  
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• PTL Links: December 18, 2019

  18-12-2019 16:03
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Hersheypark
  Pittsburgh Magazine
  Rania’s Catering & Recipe
  Free Care Friends Benefit ShowPittsburgh Today Live On Social Media:Facebook
  Twitter
  InstagramPuppy Penguin On Social Media:PTL Puppy Penguin on Facebook
  PTL Puppy Penguin on Twitter
  Canine Companions for Independence on Instagram
  
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• Study: Pittsburgh Is The 3rd Most Caring City In The Nation

  18-12-2019 15:54
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A new study ranks Pittsburgh as the third most caring city in the U.S. this year.
  According to WalletHub, Pittburgh ranks in the top three most caring cities, right behind Madison, Wisconsin and Virginia Beach.
  To come up with the rankings, WalletHub looked at three different dimensions: caring for the community, caring for the vulnerable, caring in the workforce. The study says it also looked at 39 “key indicators of a compassionate spirit.”When it comes to
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Do You Really Remember That Many White Christmases?

  18-12-2019 15:15
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – If you remember when Christmases in Pittsburgh were “always white”, I hate to break it to you, but you’re dreaming!
  First, let’s define what an actual “White Christmas” is.
  For a Christmas to be considered “white,” an inch of snow needs to fall on Dec. 25. Most years, Pittsburgh falls short.
  According to the National Weather Service’s “Now Data,” which looks at weather stats dating back to the 1870s, this
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Snow Squall Warning In Effect For Multiple Counties

  18-12-2019 14:16
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A Snow Squall Warning has been issued for parts of Western Pennsylvania, meaning sudden whiteouts and icy roads are possible.The national Weather Service says parts of Ohio are under the warning. For Pennsylvania, Washington County, Southern Allegheny County, Westmoreland County and Northern Fayette County. Parts of Ohio are also affected.Wednesday was off to a cold, dry and very chilly start.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Moving through our day, KDKA Meteorologist Mary Ours say
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Gusty Winds To Make Temps Feel In The Single Digits

  18-12-2019 14:16
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Wednesday is off to a cold, dry and very chilly start.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Moving through our day, KDKA Meteorologist Mary Ours says scattered snow showers will be possible through the late morning and afternoon. The biggest problem there will be reduced visibility along the ridges and along I-80 and gusty winds making us feel in the single digits tonight and tomorrow morning.
  Mary Ours says at the most, an inch of snow is expected for us and then around 1 to 2 inches
  
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• 2 Crashes Causing Massive Delays On Parkway West

  18-12-2019 12:59
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Two separate crashes on the Parkway West are causing massive delays, backing traffic up toward I-79.On Twitter, PennDOT reports there is a multi-vehicle crash on I-376 West at Exit 58 near Robinson Town Centre Boulevard. There is a lane restriction in that crash.PennDOT is also reporting a crash on I-376 westbound at Exit 60A near U.S. 22/30 West. That crash is also causing a lane restriction.
  Two separate outbound crashes on the Parkway West at exits 60A- 22/30 and at
  
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• Woman Injured After Being Accidentally Struck By Vehicle In Pittsburgh’s Allentown Neighborhood

  18-12-2019 12:51
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A woman was injured after being struck by a vehicle in Pittsburgh’s Allentown neighborhood.
  Police were called to the scene on Arlington Avenue near East Warrington Avenue around 5:45 a.m. Wednesday.(Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Brian Smithmyer)
  Pittsburgh Police say medics treated a woman in a parking lot after her partner accidentally reversed their car, backing into her.#NEW: We are working to learn more from police about this incident along Arlington Ave
  
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• Person Hospitalized After Being Struck By Vehicle In Pittsburgh’s Allentown Neighborhood

  18-12-2019 12:51
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – One person was transported to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle in Pittsburgh’s Allentown neighborhood.
  Police were called to the scene on Arlington Avenue near East Warrington Avenue around 5:45 a.m.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Brian Smithmyer)
  There is no word yet on the victim’s condition.#NEW: We are working to learn more from police about this incident along Arlington Ave. It happened around 5:30 this morning. @KDKA https://t.co/I6Fkm
  
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• Water Main Break In Evans City Slowing Down Morning Traffic

  18-12-2019 12:14
  
  EVANS CITY, Pa. (KDKA) – A water main break in Evans City is causing some morning rush hour traffic delays.
  A 10-inch main broke on Main Street in Evans City, Butler County.HAPPENING NOW: Water main break on Main St. in Evans City, Butler Co. 10 inch break, traffic moving slowly. More on @KDKA pic.twitter.com/diqGMn2PFd
  — Lindsay Ward (@LindsayWardTV) December 18, 2019
  KDKA’s Lindsay Ward reports traffic is inching by slowly.Crews have fixed the break and are now working on fil
  
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• Water Main Break In Evans City Slowed Down Morning Traffic

  18-12-2019 12:14
  
  EVANS CITY, Pa. (KDKA) – A water main break in Evans City caused some morning rush hour traffic delays.
  A 10-inch main broke on Main Street in Evans City, Butler County. KDKA’s Lindsay Ward reported traffic was inching by slowly Wednesday morning.
  HAPPENING NOW: Water main break on Main St. in Evans City, Butler Co. 10 inch break, traffic moving slowly. More on @KDKA pic.twitter.com/diqGMn2PFd
  — Lindsay Ward (@LindsayWardTV) December 18, 2019
  Crews had fixed the break and were
  
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• Man gets new trial in 1993 triple fatal fire

  18-12-2019 12:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Daniel Carnevale has been incarcerated since 2006 and was ordered to serve life in prison without parole.
  
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• Man convicted in 1993 triple fatal fire wins new trial

  18-12-2019 12:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Daniel Carnevale has been incarcerated since 2006 and was ordered to serve life in prison without parole.
  
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• Evgeni Malkin Scores 400th Goal, Penguins Beat Flames

  18-12-2019 06:16
  
  CALGARY, Alberta (AP) – Evgeni Malkin scored his 400th goal for the Pittsburgh Penguins in a 4-1 win over the Calgary Flames.The Russian joined Mario Lemieux, Sidney Crosby and Jaromir Jagr as the only players in franchise history to reach 400 goals.Malkin scored Pittsburgh’s first empty-net goal in the third period, and Kris Letang added another.Bryan Rust and John Marino also scored for the Penguins in a third straight win to open a three-game swing through Alberta and British Colu
  
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• On Eve Of House Vote, Crowds Gather In Opposition To Impeachment Of President Donald Trump

  18-12-2019 05:44
  
  PITTSBURGH, Pa. (KDKA) – On the eve of the historic House vote, demonstrators came out in Beaver and Westmoreland counties in opposition to the impeachment of President Donald Trump.
  Many pro-Trump individuals took to the streets to make sure their voices were heard on Tuesday.In total, five rallies were held in the Pittsburgh area, including one outside the office of Democratic Congressman Conor Lamb, who recently decided to vote to impeach President Donald Trump.
  “Many conservative
  
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• Brentwood Police Send Out Warning After Thieves Break Into Homes And Steal Vehicles

  18-12-2019 05:39
  
  BRENTWOOD (KDKA) — Officials say thieves are breaking into homes in Brentwood and stealing car keys so they can drive off with the homeowner’s vehicle.The community is on alert after the Brentwood Borough Police Department issued a release about the burglaries and stolen vehicles on Tuesday.“Someone’s breaking into someone’s home while they’re sleeping and then stealing keys and personal items while they’re home,” resident Sharon Luther said. &ldqu
  
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• Pitt Women’s Basketball Player Kyla Nelson Plays 13 Minutes In First Game Since Cancer Diagnosis

  18-12-2019 05:37
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh women’s basketball player Kyla Nelson has returned to the court.
  The junior guard was diagnosed with a neuroendocrine tumor of the appendix in August, and played on Tuesday in her first game since being diagnosed.
  Nelson, who had successful surgery in October, checked into Tuesday’s game against Miami of Ohio with 2 minutes 17 seconds remaining in the first quarter.
  She played 13 minutes, scoring three points. She also tallied two assists and grab
  
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• Cameron Heyward And Pittsburgh Steelers Teammates Give Back To 200 Families At Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank

  18-12-2019 05:32
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Steelers’ Cameron Heyward donated some of his time to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  On Tuesday, Heyward and his teammates passed out all the ingredients needed to create a special holiday meal to about 200 families.
  “This people are just so grateful,” Heyward said. “To interact with them and see how this community is tight-knit, how much they love the Steelers … it means a lot.”The families were
  
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• Police Investigating After Penn Hills Shooting Sends 1 To Hospital

  18-12-2019 04:56
  
  PENN HILLS (KDKA) — One person is in the hospital after a shooting in Penn Hills.
  (Photo Credit: Tim Lawson/KDKA)
  Officials said a woman was shot in the chin on Tuesday in the 200 block of Eastgate Drive.
  The woman is in surgery, and there is no update on her condition.The suspect turned themselves into Pittsburgh Police zone 5.
  The suspect is being interviewed by Penn Hills detectives.Stay with KDKA for more on this developing story.
  
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• Grand jury account of priest is released

  18-12-2019 04:56 via post-gazette.com
  
  Accuser came forward in mid-1990s to say Father Lelonis abused him for years, but diocese said it didn’t have enough proof to remove him
  
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• Grand jury account of Pittsburgh-area priest is released

  18-12-2019 04:56 via post-gazette.com
  
  Accuser came forward in mid-1990s to say Father Lelonis abused him for years, but diocese said it didn’t have enough proof to remove him
  
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• 8-Year-Old Girl Raises More Than $20,000 For Police Dogs

  18-12-2019 04:14
  
  IRWIN, Pa. (KDKA) — One local 8-year-old girl’s fundraiser will help many police dogs.
  Peyton Estochin raised $20,385 for police K-9s last Friday in Irwin.
  She is the founder of Peyton’s K-9s, a non-profit that raises money to buy equipment and cover bills for K-9 units in need.
  Last Friday’s event had a silent auction and raffle tickets.
  WATCH: Hear From Peyton Estochin.
  
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• 5 Pittsburgh Steelers Named To 2020 NFL Pro Bowl

  18-12-2019 02:07
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Steelers are sending five players to the 2020 Pro Bowl.
  Defensive tackle Cameron Heyward, outside linebacker T.J. Watt, center Maurkice Pouncey, safety Minkah Fitzpatrick and guard David DeCastro were named to the AFC team.
  It is the 19th straight season the Steelers are sending multiple players to the Pro Bowl.
  
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• Local Police Departments Deliver Gifts To Special Needs Children At The Children’s Institute Of Pittsburgh

  18-12-2019 01:23
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Six local police agencies gave children a reason to smile this Christmas.
  (Photo Credit: The Children’s Institute)
  Officers took time the time on Tuesday to give gifts to children in Squirrel Hill.
  A motorcade pulled up to The Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh with the gifts.
  The private school offers education to children with special needs.“There’s nothing like the joy of a smile, and every present we bring in here is like one extra smile we b
  
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• Local Police Departments Deliver Gifts To Special Needs Children At Children’s Institute Of Pittsburgh

  18-12-2019 01:23
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Six local police agencies gave children a reason to smile this Christmas.
  (Photo Credit: The Children’s Institute)
  Officers took time the time on Tuesday to give gifts to children in Squirrel Hill.
  A motorcade pulled up to the Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh with the gifts.
  The private school offers education to children with special needs.“There’s nothing like the joy of a smile, and every present we bring in here is like one extra smile we b
  
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• Hundreds Attend Rally Supporting Impeachment

  18-12-2019 01:11
  
  MT. LEBANON (KDKA) — More than 600 people signed up to attend a pro-impeachment rally in Mt. Lebanon Tuesday night.Roughly 200 people arrived, filling the sidewalks with signs showing their support for the impeachment of President Donald Trump.The “No One Is Above The Law” Rally is one of more than 500 happening around the country. These rallies come on the eve of a historic House of Representatives vote on impeaching the president.The Democratic-controlled House is expected to
  
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• School District Vows To Stop Violence At Pittsburgh Westinghouse Academy After 21 Students Charged

  18-12-2019 00:53
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh Public Schools has vowed to stop the violence at Pittsburgh Westinghouse 6-12.
  From the beginning of the school year in August through the end of October, school police responded to 60 incidents at the school.
  According to a Right-to-Know Law request filed by KDKA, school police have filed charges against students in 21 incidents for offenses ranging from illegal weapons to narcotics.There were seven arrests for assault.(Photo Credit: KDKA)
  In addition, they&
  
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• ‘You Guys Saved My Life:’ Teenager Recovering From Cystic Fibrosis And Liver Disease Thanks To Generous Donor

  18-12-2019 00:24
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — “Mikey’s amazing. He has taught me a lot about resilience.”Those are the words of transplant surgeon Dr. George Mazariegos, a physician who has worked at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh since 1998.
  Mikey Dugan graduated from high school this past spring despite being admitted to Children’s Hospital more than a dozen times in the past three years. He was there because cystic fibrosis before liver disease also wracked his young body.
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• 18-Year-Old Patient Awaiting Transplant At UPMC Children’s Hospital Uses Love Of Video Games To Raise Money

  18-12-2019 00:16
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — An 18-year-old patient at UPMC Children’s Hospital is using his time and skills to help others while he waits for a transplant.
  Luke Maeding is a hardcore gamer with a heart of gold.
  He is from the Philadelphia area and is at the hospital as he awaits a small bowel transplant.
  The 18-year-old underwent a double-lung transplant in 2010, and now his intestines are failing.(Photo Credit: KDKA)
  As he waits for word of a donor, Maeding is helping other young patients t
  
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