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• Doctors At West Virginia University Trying To Change How Addiction Is Treated By Using Deep Brain Stimulation

  06-01-2020 23:55
  
  MORGANTOWN, W. Va. (KDKA) —Deep brain stimulation has helped thousands of people battle Parkinson’s disease for decades.
  In recent years, doctors have started using it for other things, like epilepsy and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
  Now they’re hoping to use it to treat one of America’s biggest current crises: addiction.
  “It doesn’t start out as a brain disease, but becomes a brain disease over time,” said Dr. Ali Rezai, a neurosurgeon at WVU’s R
  
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• Airport van service SuperShuttle shutting down

  06-01-2020 23:18 via post-gazette.com
  
  SuperShuttle’s last day of operations in Pittsburgh and its remaining markets will be Feb. 12
  
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• Police Pull Over Erratic Driver, Find Man Shot In Neck

  06-01-2020 22:59
  
  ALLEGHENY COUNTY (KDKA) — A man was taken to the hospital after being shot.
  Officials said a man was pulled over after driving erratically in the 1700 block of Brighton Road on Monday.
  The passenger in the car was shot in the neck.EMS rushed the man to the hospital.Allegheny County tweeted on Monday that the 2400 block of Brighton Road in Marshall-Shadeland is closed to Marshall Avenue.
  Pittsburgh (Marshall/Shadeland): 2400 block of Brighton Road closed to Marshall Avenue due to police act
  
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• Officials: Part Of Brighton Road Closed Due To Police Activity

  06-01-2020 22:59
  
  ALLEGHENY COUNTY (KDKA) — Officials have closed part of Brighton Road due to police activity.Allegheny County tweeted on Monday that the 2400 block of Brighton Road in Marshall-Shadeland is closed to Marshall Avenue.
  Pittsburgh (Marshall/Shadeland): 2400 block of Brighton Road closed to Marshall Avenue due to police activity.
  — Allegheny County (@Allegheny_Co) January 6, 2020
  No further updates were provided.
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• PennDOT Starts Using Cameras To Catch Speeders In Active Work Zone

  06-01-2020 22:05
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – PennDOT will now start using cameras to catch speeders in active work zones.The 60-day pre-enforcement period for the statewide project called “Automated Work Zone Speed Enforcement” begins Monday and will last until March.Vehicle mounted cameras with electronic speed timing devices will be deployed in work zones during this period, but PennDOT says no violations will be issued.After March 4, first-time offenders will get a letter in the mail, followed by fi
  
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• Sto-Rox High School Temporarily Placed On Lockdown Following Stowe Township Shooting

  06-01-2020 22:03
  
  STOWE TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — Sto-Rox High School was placed on lockdown following a shooting in Stowe Township.
  Police have gathered Monday on Dohrman Street, one block away from the school.
  The lockdown has been lifted, and students are being dismissed now.One person was grazed by a bullet.Earlier, officials put out a be-on-the-lookout report for a black vehicle with multiple bullet holes that may have been involved in the shooting.
  Stay with KDKA for more on this developing story.
  
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• Police On Scene Of Reported Shooting In Stowe Township

  06-01-2020 22:03
  
  STOWE TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — Officials are on the scene of a reported shooting in Stowe Township.
  Police have gathered Monday on Dohrman Street.
  Earlier, officials put out a be-on-the-lookout report for a black vehicle with multiple bullet holes that may have been involved in the shooting.
  Stay with KDKA for more on this developing story.
  
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• Butler Health System To Open Primary Care Facility In Ellwood City

  06-01-2020 21:41
  
  ELLWOOD CITY, Pa. (KDKA) – Butler Health System is opening a new primary care facility in Ellwood City.In a statement released on Monday, BHS says in addition to their cardiology services currently in Ellwood City, they will soon be adding BHS Primary Care.It comes a few weeks after the Ellwood City Medical Center temporarily suspended all clinical services, including outpatient services, after losing inpatient services the day before Thanksgiving.At the end of November, Ellwood City Mayor
  
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• Beating death of McKees Rocks man, 73, leads to life sentence for killer

  06-01-2020 20:52 via post-gazette.com
  
  Branden A. Frazier was found guilty in October of first-degree murder in the death of Benito Nicoletti at his home.
  
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• Jury Selection Underway For Trial Of 2 Men Charged In Backyard Barbecue Mass Shooting

  06-01-2020 20:43
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Jury selection is underway for the trial of two men accused in a mass shooting at a backyard barbecue in Wilkinsburg nearly four years ago.
  Cheron Shelton and Robert Thomas are charged with killing five adults and an unborn child at a cookout on Franklin Avenue in March of 2016.Good morning. Jury selection begins today for Cheron Shelton and Robert Thomas. They’re charged with killing five adults and an unborn child during a backyard barbecue in March of 2016. I w
  
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• Pittsburgh Public Schools Seeking Redevelopment Proposals For 4 Unused Buildings

  06-01-2020 20:14
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pittsburgh Public Schools is now seeking proposals for four unused buildings and more than 20 acres of vacant land.Four former school buildings and 23 acres of land throughout the city are now up for sale.
  Pittsburgh Public Schools’ agent, Fourth River Development LLC, says the district is seeking “creative, broad-based and competitive proposals” from bidders who would agree to buy and redevelop the properties.
  The list of criteria for redevelopment pr
  
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• Butler Co. Man Headed To Prison For Death Of Girlfriend’s 4-Year-Old Son

  06-01-2020 19:45
  
  BUTLER, Pa. (KDKA) — A Butler County man has officially been sentenced in the 2017 death of his girlfriend’s 4-year-old son.
  Last week, Keith Jordan Lambing pleaded guilty to third-degree murder, aggravated assault and other charges in connection with the rape and death of little Bentley Miller at the Super 8 Motel in Butler in March of 2017.
  (Photo Courtesy: Butler County Jail)
  This morning, a judge sentenced Lambing, 22, to 30-60 years in prison.
  According to the Butler Eagle, Mill
  
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• Pitt Panthers Football Lands Arizona State Quarterback Transfer Joey Yellen

  06-01-2020 19:43
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Panthers are going to have a new quarterback in the system via the transfer portal.
  Pitt Football announced the transfer of redshirt freshman quarterback Joey Yellen, who previosly played for Arizona State.“Happy to welcome @JoeyYellen to the city! Hail to Pitt!”Happy to welcome @JoeyYellen to the city! Hail to Pitt! pic.twitter.com/mYjF0YYVd7
  — Pat Narduzzi (@CoachDuzzPittFB) January 6, 2020Per transfer rules, he will sit out the 2020 season, and
  
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• Man Sentenced To Life Without Parole For Beating Death Of 74-Year-Old McKees Rocks Man

  06-01-2020 19:23
  
  MCKEES ROCKS, Pa. (KDKA) – A man will spend the rest of his life behind bars for beating a 74-year-old McKees Rocks man to death.
  Branden Frazier appeared in court Monday morning for a sentencing hearing in connection with the murder of Benito Nicoletti.Nicoletti was found dead in his home on June 1, 2016. Officers were called to his home after family members said they had been unable to get in touch with Nicoletti for a couple of days.The cause of death was blunt force trauma.
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• Former Pittsburgh Steelers Wide Receiver Antonio Brown Releases ‘Whole Lotta Money’ Music Video

  06-01-2020 19:23
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Since he is not in an NFL uniform at the moment, Antonio Brown is busy in the music industry.The superstar wideout is trying to become a superstar rapper as well, as he released a music video to his new song “Whole Lotta Money” on Monday.“Video Out Now! “Whole Lotta Money” #Boomin Prod by@ReazyRenegade #CABrecords”Video Out Now!
  “Whole Lotta Money”#Boomin
  Prod by @ReazyRenegade#CABrecordshttps://t.co/fkp32gKds7
  — AB
  
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• Kidsburgh Kidcast: Importance of Vision Screening

  06-01-2020 19:04
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – With the new year upon us, it’s a good time to take a health check for your family. Have you had your children’s vision checked lately?
  Dr. Todd Wolynn, CEO of Kids Plus Pediatrics, explains why it’s important, when you should have it done and how it’s improved with the help of technology. Here’s his edited conversation with KDKA’s Kristine Sorensen.
  Kristine Sorensen: Vision care is important because it can have long term impacts, ri
  
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• Gov. Wolf Orders Flags At Half-Staff To Honor Paramedic Killed While Responding To I-70 Crash

  06-01-2020 18:51
  
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) – Governor Tom Wolf has ordered flags to fly at half-staff in honor of Matthew Smelser, a paramedic who was killed while responding to a crash on I-70.According to state police, Rostraver West Newton Emergency Services was on the scene helping with an accident Sunday when one of their ambulances was hit by another vehicle. EMS Supervisor Matthew Smelser was killed in the crash.All lanes of I-70 in Smithton were closed following the multi-vehicle crash between Exit 49-Smit
  
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• Friends, Family And Community Mourn Loss Of Paramedic Killed While Responding To I-70 Accident

  06-01-2020 18:51
  
  ROSTRAVER, Pa. (KDKA) – If the measure of a man comes when he’s gone and is mourned, the growing memorial outside of Rostraver West Newton’s ambulance station indicates Matt Smelser was an exceptional human being.
  There is not only a memorial to honor paramedic Matthew Smelser, but Governor Tom Wolf ordered all commonwealth flags on all state facilities to fly at half-staff Monday.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  According to state police, Rostraver West Newton Emergency Services was on t
  
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• Pittsburgh Steelers Intend To Keep Offensive Coordinator Randy Fichtner In 2020

  06-01-2020 18:43
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — According to reports, there will be no change at offensive coordinator for the Steelers.Jeremy Fowler of ESPN is reporting the Steelers intend to keep Randy Fichtner in 2020.“Signs point to Steelers retaining OC Randy Fichtner. He still has another year on his contract, the team hasn’t indicated any change internally and Fichtner is close with Ben Roethlisberger.”Signs point to Steelers retaining OC Randy Fichtner. He still has another year on his cont
  
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• First jurors chosen for 2016 Wilkinsburg mass shooting trial

  06-01-2020 18:27 via post-gazette.com
  
  The first juror chosen is a medical equipment repairman and Vietnam veteran, while the second is a woman who is a recent college graduate.
  
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• First juror chosen for 2016 Wilkinsburg mass shooting trial

  06-01-2020 18:27 via post-gazette.com
  
  The juror, a medical equipment repairman, was the first of a panel of 20 prospective jurors who was questioned.
  
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• Jimmy Buffett Bringing 2020 Tour To Pittsburgh This Summer

  06-01-2020 18:21
  
  BURGETTSTOWN, Pa. (KDKA) – Burgettstown is turning into Margaritaville for a night this summer as Jimmy Buffett is bringing his tour to S&T Bank Music Park.Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band is coming to the S&T Bank Music Park — formerly KeyBank Pavilion — on Thursday, July 16.His website says tickets go on sale this Friday, Jan. 10.
  Buffett most recently performed in Burgettstown in the summer of 2018 when S&T Bank Music Park was KeyBank Pavilion.
  
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• Former U.S. Rep. Michael Fitzpatrick, Of Pa., Dies At 56

  06-01-2020 18:09
  
  HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Michael Fitzpatrick, a former congressman from suburban Philadelphia who served four terms in the U.S. House before handing off the seat to his brother, has died.
  His family said in a statement that Fitzpatrick died Monday morning after a long and arduous battle with melanoma. He was 56.
  Fitzpatrick, who also served as a Bucks County commissioner, worked during his time in Congress to establish the Washington Crossing National Cemetery.
  He decided against running for
  
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• Money Monday: Extended Care Planning

  06-01-2020 17:57
  
  T.J. McCane from Hefren-Tillotson is talking about extended care planning for retirees.
  
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• Pittsburgh council has new president, new member

  06-01-2020 17:39 via post-gazette.com
  
  Pittsburgh City Council’s 141st session starts with one new member following a contest for its presidency.
  
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• Pittsburgh council has new compromise president, new member

  06-01-2020 17:39 via post-gazette.com
  
  Pittsburgh City Council’s 141st session starts with one new member following a contest for its presidency.
  
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• Federal, state investigators continue to probe cause of fatal Turnpike crash

  06-01-2020 17:34 via post-gazette.com
  
  Officials said a preliminary report on the crash would be issued in about 10 days.
  
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• Pittsburgh Penguins Captain Sidney Crosby Traveling With Team On Western U.S. Road Trip

  06-01-2020 17:18
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — According to reports, captain Sidney Crosby is joining the Penguins on their upcoming road trip.Rob Rossi of The Athletic says it is not a guarantee that Crosby will return to the lineup from his sports hernia surgery on the trip west, but having Crosby take the trip is still encouraging for a looming comeback.“Sidney Crosby has been out since November after undergoing sports hernia surgery. But things could change soon for the Penguins. Really soon.”Sidney
  
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• State Police: Chain Reaction Turnpike Crash Started When Tour Bus Hit Center Median, Went Up Steep Embankment

  06-01-2020 17:17
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — New details are emerging on what caused Sunday’s multi-vehicle crash on the Pennsylvania Turnpike that left five people dead and many more injured.
  According to state police, the chain reaction crash began when the tour bus hit the center median near Turnpike mile marker 86.1, and then veered to the right, across the road, and went up a steep embankment. It all happened around 3:30 a.m.
  The bus then flipped onto its left side, slid back down onto the road and hit
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Warm Wishes? This Is The 12th Warmest Start To The Year Ever Recorded

  06-01-2020 16:22
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Most places started the day off with temperatures well above the daily average.
  In Pittsburgh, the average high for today is 37, but the average low for the day is 21 degrees.While our daily low will likely be near 32 degrees, this morning’s temperatures were closer to 40 degrees than to 30 degrees for places south of I-80.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Temperatures will be hovering near the freezing mark for places north of I-80 this morning, with a passing snow shower he
  
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• Mike McCarthy Hired As Coach Of Dallas Cowboys

  06-01-2020 16:12
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh native and former Green Bay Packers Head Coach Mike McCarthy has reportedly been hired as the coach of the Dallas Cowboys.Only one day after parting ways with longtime head coach Jason Garrett, the team has agreed to terms former Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy, a source tells CBS Sports.Jay Glazer was first to report the news.
  The 56-year-old has been out of the league for a year after being fired from the Packers at the end of the 2018 season. He
  
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• ‘You Feel Like You’re Playing A Real Life Superhero’: Kellan Lutz On CBS’s ‘FBI: Most Wanted’

  06-01-2020 16:06
  
  (CBS Local)– Actor Kellan Lutz doesn’t have a ton of television experience, but TV audiences will be seeing a ton of him over the next few months in the new CBS drama “FBI: Most Wanted.”
  The spin-off of the Dick Wolf drama “FBI” follows the men and women of the Fugitive Task Force as they chase down the criminals on the Bureau’s Most Wanted list. The series stars Julian McMahon and Lutz plays a man named Kenny Crosby who is always right in the thick of t
  
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• Westmoreland Co. Courthouse Evacuated Over Reported Threat

  06-01-2020 15:59
  
  GREENSBURG (KDKA) — The Westmoreland County Courthouse has been evacuated this morning due to a reported bomb threat.
  According to emergency officials, law enforcement is currently searching the building.
  Officials have not yet said how long the evacuation order will be in place.
  Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
  
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• Tom Brady Could Land With Steelers According To Sports Betting Website

  06-01-2020 15:39
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Tom Brady in the black and gold? According to the sports betting website SportsBetting.ag the Pittsburgh Steelers could land the longtime New England Patriots quarterback.The Steelers aren’t the leading choice for six-time Super Bowl champion Brady though.
  AFC North division rival Cleveland Browns are the odds-on favorites to land Brady, at 5-to-1 odds. The Carolina Panthers, Oakland Raiders, Dallas Cowboys, Indianapolis Colts, Los Angeles Chargers, and Tampa Bay
  
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• Critical Blood Supply Shortage Declared, Donors Needed

  06-01-2020 15:31
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Vitalant has declared a critical shortage of blood, saying blood providers nationwide have less than a two-days’ supply of necessary blood types.
  They say they strive for a four-day supply.
  The shortage comes after a busy holiday season where they saw 21,000 fewer donations than expected.
  If you would like to help, you can schedule an appointment to donate by calling 877-258-4825 (877-25-VITAL) or visiting this link.
  
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• 1 Person Hospitalized, Building Heavily Damaged After Vehicle Crash

  06-01-2020 15:18
  
  PARKER CITY, Pa. (KDKA) — One person was flown to a hospital overnight after a vehicle crashed into a business in Armstrong County.
  It happened shortly after 2 a.m. in Parker City in the northern part of the county.
  An emergency official tells KDKA the vehicle hit a store, apparently after crossing a bridge over the Allegheny River from neighboring Clarion County.
  The building sustained “major structural damage.”
  The driver’s condition has not been released.
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• PTL Links: January 6, 2020

  06-01-2020 15:09
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:North Country Brewing
  Pittsburgh Magazine
  Money Monday with Hefren-Tillotson
  Kentuck Knob
  PTL Puppy Penguin on Facebook
  PTL Puppy Penguin on Twitter
  Canine Companions for Independence on InstagramPittsburgh Today Live On Social Media:Facebook
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• Power Outage Prompts Closures Of 2 Schools In The North Allegheny District

  06-01-2020 14:39
  
  MARSHALL TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — A power outage has forced two schools in the North Allegheny School District to cancel class for the day.
  According to district officials, Marshall Elementary and Marshall Middle Schools are both now closed for the day.Due to the ongoing power outage at Marshall Middle and Marshall Elementary, both schools will be CLOSED today, Monday, January 6, 2020.
  — North Allegheny School District (@NA_Schools) January 6, 2020
  All other schools will be operating on a n
  
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• Us: Sisters are doin' it for themselves — and dessert lovers

  06-01-2020 14:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Could you work side by side every day with your sister? Victoria and Taylar Culbertson do at their Farmhouse Kitchen & Bakery in Claysville.
  
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• 1 Person Hospitalized After Being Struck By Vehicle In Mt. Lebanon

  06-01-2020 13:59
  
  MOUNT LEBANON (KDKA) — One person was taken to the hospital this morning after being struck by a vehicle in Mount Lebanon.
  The accident happened at the intersection of Washington and Scott Roads around 7 a.m.MORE: One person was transported after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Washington Rd & Scott Rd here in Mt. Lebanon. @KDKA https://t.co/WjmwZy1ftg
  — Celina Pompeani (@CelinaPompeani) January 6, 2020
  The person’s condition has not been released.
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• Walkabout: I broke the rule that I knew well: Never destroy the originals

  06-01-2020 11:48 via post-gazette.com
  
  Without the negatives, our old photos will never be sharper than they are now.
  
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• Bus Company Had Not Had An Accident In 2 Years Before Fatal Turnpike Crash

  06-01-2020 04:04
  
  MOUNT PLEASANT TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — The winding downhill stretch near the Donegal exit on the Pennsylvania Turnpike is familiar to many returning from the Laurel Highlands, Seven Springs or Ohiopyle.The chain-reaction crash that killed five and injured 60 happened on a curve along the five mile downhill. Now, the National Transportation Safety Board will try to determine the cause. The downhill stretch where the accident occurred can be challenging on a good day, let alone at night in the sno
  
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• Panthers Topple Penguins 4-1 For Rare Win In Pittsburgh

  06-01-2020 02:28
  
  PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Hoffman had a goal and an assist, rookie Chris Driedger stopped 31 shots and the Florida Panthers ended an eight-game losing streak on Pittsburgh ice with a 4-1 victory over the Penguins on Sunday night.
  Brett Connolly scored his 16th of the season for the Panthers, Frank Vatrano had his ninth and Evgenii Dadonov added an empty-netter for his 18th. Florida bounced back from a loss to Buffalo on Saturday by winning in Pittsburgh for the first time since Jan. 20, 2014.
  
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• Police Investigate After Large Fight Leads To Shots Fired At Pittsburgh Nightclub

  06-01-2020 00:03
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Police are investigating after a large fight broke out and led to shots fired at a Pittsburgh nightclub.
  The Pittsburgh Police responded to the 100 block of Seventh Street just before 1 a.m. Sunday after a report of a large fight and gunfire. When they arrived, police say officers they found a large group of people outside the club.
  Their initial investigation led them to believe that a large fight involving patrons and bouncers started inside the nightclub before movin
  
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