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• Route 65 Northbound Shut Down For Crash With Injuries

  08-01-2020 23:58
  
  GLEN OSBORNE, Pa. (KDKA) – A stretch of Route 65 northbound is being shut down for a crash with reported injuries.
  There is a large police presence on Route 65 northbound. The flash lights of first responders’ vehicles could be seen from NewsChopper 2.(Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Allegheny County says the road is closed between I-70 and the Haysville traffic light.
  The county also says there are injuries, although it was not disclosed how many. Dispatchers say at least one person has been tr
  
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• Crash With Injuries Temporarily Shuts Down Route 65 Northbound

  08-01-2020 23:58
  
  GLEN OSBORNE, Pa. (KDKA) – A stretch of Route 65 northbound was temporarily shut down for a crash with reported injuries.
  There was a large police presence on Route 65 northbound Wednesday night. The flash lights of first responders’ vehicles could be seen from NewsChopper 2 just before 6 p.m.(Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Allegheny County says the road was closed between I-70 and the Haysville traffic light. However, about half an hour later, the scene is being cleared and the road is reopeni
  
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• ‘I Simply Cannot Justify Staying Here’: Google Engineer Encourages Workers To Avoid Pittsburgh Over Air Quality Concerns

  08-01-2020 23:16
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — An article written by a local Google engineer is encouraging other workers to avoid Pittsburgh because of the air quality.The engineer, Dennis Towne, said he thought Pittsburgh would be a great place to live until he started breathing the air.
  When the abandoned Nabisco plant was turned into office and condo development, it was viewed as a turning point for Pittsburgh.
  Google moved in and Pittsburgh went high tech.But Towne blasted the city’s pollution in an artic
  
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• Public Viewing Hours Begin For Rostraver Paramedic Killed While Responding To I-70 Crash

  08-01-2020 23:14
  
  MONONGAHELA, Pa. (KDKA) – Public viewing hours begin this evening for the Rostraver paramedic who died responding to a crash on I-70.
  State police say paramedic supervisor Matthew Smelser was on the scene of a crash on I-70 Sunday when an ambulance was hit by another vehicle. Smelser was killed in the accident.
  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 exce
  
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• Police: Man Points Gun At Another Man Wearing ‘Make America Great Again’ Hat, Sparking Active Shooter Scare At Pa. Mall

  08-01-2020 22:30
  
  WILKES-BARRE, Pa. (AP) — An altercation over a man’s refusal to remove a “Make America Great Again” hat triggered a recent active shooter scare at a Pennsylvania mall, police said.
  The altercation started outside when a man confronted another man wearing the hat in support of President Donald Trump outside the Wyoming Valley Mall in Wilkes-Barre on Dec. 30, authorities said Tuesday. The man threatened to assault the Trump supporter if he did not remove his hat, and then t
  
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• Police: Man In ‘Make America Great Again’ Hat Takes Out Gun After Refusing To Remove Hat, Sparking Active Shooter Scare At Pa. Mall

  08-01-2020 22:30
  
  WILKES-BARRE, Pa. (AP) — An altercation over a man’s refusal to remove a “Make America Great Again” hat triggered a recent active shooter scare at a Pennsylvania mall, police said.
  The altercation started outside when a man confronted another man wearing the hat in support of President Donald Trump outside the Wyoming Valley Mall in Wilkes-Barre on Dec. 30, authorities said Tuesday. The man threatened to assault the Trump supporter if he did not remove his hat, and then t
  
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• Hospital Worker Who Reads To Children Fighting For Life Seeks Book Donations

  08-01-2020 22:26
  
  DES MOINES, Iowa (CBS Local) — A hospital employee who reads to the children during their most vulnerable moments is seeking donations of children’s books.
  On any given day, you’ll hear the calming voice of Dane Pratt from inside the pediatric unit at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center in Iowa.
  “They can still hear and sometimes it helps to let them know they’re not alone, that someone is there for them,” Pratt told CBS affiliate KCCI.
  Pratt is a cardiovascula
  
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• Takata Recalls 10M Air Bag Inflators Sold To 14 Different Automakers

  08-01-2020 22:06
  
  DETROIT, Mich. (KDKA) – Takata is recalling 10 million more front air bag inflators sold to 14 different automakers because they can explode with too much force and hurl shrapnel.The recall is the last one the bankrupt company agreed to in a 2015 settlement with U.S. safety regulators. It could bring to a close the largest series of recalls in U.S. history.The 10 million inflators are part of the approximately 70 million in the US that Takata was to recall as part of the agreement with Nat
  
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• Mylan Pharmaceuticals Issues Ulcer Medication Recall Due To Impurity

  08-01-2020 22:03
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Mylan Pharmaceuticals has issued an ulcer medication recall due to impurity.
  The FDA said the voluntary recall includes three lots of Nizatidine Capsules due to detected trace amounts of impurity.
  The capsules were distributed nationwide between June 2017 and August 2018.
  There are no reports of any health issues from the medication.
  Read more about the recall here.
  
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• I-80 Reopens After Large 12-Vehicle Crash In Clarion Co.

  08-01-2020 21:44
  
  CLARION, Pa. (KDKA) – Investigators say 12 vehicles were involved in a large crash on I-80 in Clarion County.Multiple tractor trailers, a PennDOT truck and several cars were involved in the pile-up. At least one person was taken to Clarion Hospital.
  The road was closed between the Shippenville and Knox exits while the scene was cleared. Shortly after 3:30 p.m., PennDOT announced that all of I-80 has reopened.PennDOT also temporarily placed a 45 mph restriction on I-80 for all motorists.I-8
  
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• Kristen Stewart film 'Happiest Season' to shoot in Pittsburgh later this month

  08-01-2020 21:41 via post-gazette.com
  
  Clea DuVall directs and co-wrote the screenplay.
  
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• Man Pleads Guilty To Beating And Strangulating 25-Year-Old Woman In East Pittsburgh

  08-01-2020 21:31
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A man in prison who confessed to killing a woman a 25-year-old woman in East Pittsburgh has pleaded guilty to third-degree murder.On Wednesday, Allegheny County announced Delrico McClinton pleaded guilty to third-degree murder, theft and access device fraud in connection to the June 2019 beating and strangulation of Whitney Maleeca Lyn Boyer.In exchange for the plea, he will be sentenced to a prison term of 25-50 years.
  In June, McClinton’s confession came when he
  
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• ‘Like A Phoenix, Criminal Minds Will Be Reborn In Its Own Fire’: Matthew Gray Gubler And A.J. Cook Discuss The Final Season Of ‘Criminal Minds’

  08-01-2020 21:00
  
  Criminals Minds has entered rarefied air as the show takes off on its 15th and ultimately final season this week on CBS. Throughout the show’s 15 year run Matthew Gray Gubler (Dr. Spencer Reid) and A.J. Cook (J.J.) have been mainstays, there from the very beginning.
  CBS Local’s Matt Weiss had a chance to speak with Gubler and Cook ahead of the season 15 premiere to look back on their experience, adjusting to life after Criminal Minds and where castmate Daniel Henney has been lately.
  
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• City Of Pittsburgh Accepting Bids For Lawn-Cutting Program

  08-01-2020 20:36
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The City of Pittsburgh is accepting bids for the third year of its lawn-cutting program that helps seniors, veterans and individuals with disabilities.
  Since its start in 2018, City Cuts has helped over 2,000 Pittsburghers.
  The city is seeking proposals from contractors and businesses.
  If you’re interested, there are three different pre-proposal meetings scheduled:Thursday, Jan. 9 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh-West End
  Thursday, Jan.
  
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• Allegheny County reports first flu death

  08-01-2020 20:35 via post-gazette.com
  
  Allegheny County health officials reported the first flu death of this season, a flu season that started early and has been particularly intense
  
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• Former Pittsburgh Steelers Defensive Assistant Coach George Perles Passes Away

  08-01-2020 20:21
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA)– A former Steelers assistant for one of the best defenses in NFL history has died.According to reports, George Perles, who served multiple roles on the Steelers in the 70s, passed away Tuesday at 85 years old due to complications from Parkinson’s Disease. He was living in East Lansing Michigan.“BREAKING:Former Michigan State football coach George Perles has passed away at the age of 85.”BREAKING:Former Michigan State football coach George Perles has pass
  
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• Hundreds Of Paid Extras Needed For Just-Announced Movie Filming In Pittsburgh Starring Kristen Stewart

  08-01-2020 20:05
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A new movie starring Kristen Stewart has been announced, and hundreds of paid extras are needed when it comes to film in Pittsburgh.“The Happiest Season” was announced Wednesday. Hundreds of background actors are needed in the Pittsburgh and greater Pittsburgh area.The casting company says it’s looking for kids, teens, adults and senior citizens of all ethnicity.Roles for extras include “Pittsburgh pedestrians and city folk,” restaurant pat
  
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• WATCH: 93-Year-Old Man Opens Fire On Apartment Manager Over Water Issue

  08-01-2020 19:58
  
  LAS VEGAS (CBS Local) — A 93-year-old man upset about water damage at his Las Vegas apartment was caught on camera shooting the manager of his residential complex, authorities said.
  Surveillance video released by police shows Robert Thomas pulled a Glock 9mm handgun out of his coat while talking to two employees inside an office at the Vista Del Valle complex.
  A female employee sitting at the front desk convinced Thomas to let her leave the building, police said.
  About 30 seconds after the
  
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• Uniontown's black treasurer-elect sues city, officials; claims racial bias barred her from office

  08-01-2020 19:53 via post-gazette.com
  
  Antoinette L. Hodge is alleging that Councilman Martin Gatti and Clerk Kimberly Marshall conspired to keep her from taking her post.
  
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• State grants to help universities fight opioids

  08-01-2020 19:53 via post-gazette.com
  
  The funding comes from a $55.9 million grant given to the state by SAMHSA to address the opioid crisis.
  
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• State backs #ProtectYourBrain campaign and other campus anti-opioid efforts

  08-01-2020 19:53 via post-gazette.com
  
  The funding comes from a $55.9 million grant given to the state by SAMHSA to address the opioid crisis.
  
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• ‘Criminal Minds’ Airing Back-To-Back Episodes Tonight As Part Of 15th And Final Season Premiere

  08-01-2020 19:33
  
  The 15th and final season premiere of Criminal Minds airs tonight at 9:00PM ET/PT, only on CBS. In the first paragraph of the show’s final chapter “Under The Skin,” The BAU team investigates an UnSub with striking similarities to Rossi’s latest obsession, “The Chameleon,” a.k.a. Everett Lynch (Michael Mosley), who nearly killed him and then disappeared. Tonight’s second episode “Awakenings,” sees a member of the BAU in the hospital as the tea
  
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• Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Reports First Flu-Related Death This Season

  08-01-2020 19:24
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The first flu-related death in Allegheny County this season has been reported.
  The Allegheny County Health Department has recorded the first death of this flu season. Nearly 1,000 new cases in the last week have been reported as well.
  Allegheny County has the most flu cases of the state at 5,175. At this time last year, only 212 flu cases were recorded.
  RELATED STORIES:Allegheny County Has Most Confirmed Flu Cases In Pennsylvania
  CDC: Flu Deaths Rise To 2,100 Nationwide
  
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• Former Pine-Richland Quarterback Phil Jurkovec Seeks Transfer From Notre Dame Football Program

  08-01-2020 18:49
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — According to reports, former WPIAL standout Phil Jurkovec is looking to leave the Fighting Irish.Notre Dame insider Tom Loy reports that Jurkovec has entered the transfer portal on Wednesday.“BREAKING: Notre Dame quarterback Phil Jurkovec has entered the Transfer Portal and is looking to leave the Fighting Irish football program.”BREAKING: Notre Dame quarterback Phil Jurkovec has entered the Transfer Portal and is looking to leave the Fighting Irish football
  
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• Pittsburgh Penguins Unveil 2020 All-Star Uniforms

  08-01-2020 18:29
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pittsburgh Penguins have released their All-Star uniform look for 2020.Goalie Tristan Jarry and defenseman Kris Letang will be donning the jerseys for the festivities.New threads for @tjarry35 and @Letang_58.
  New threads for @tjarry35 and @Letang_58.pic.twitter.com/ICa8hnZkkg
  — Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) January 8, 2020Forward Jake Guentzel was the lone Penguin selected to the All-Star Game initially, but was sidelined with shoulder surgery on the same da
  
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• U.S. Army Warns Public To Ignore Fake Military Draft Notices Via Text Message

  08-01-2020 18:26
  
  FORT KNOX, Ky. (CBS Local) — The U.S. Army is warning the public about fraudulent text messages alerting individuals that they have been selected for a military draft.
  The texts have been circulating this week amid fears of war with Iran after a U.S. airstrike killed the country’s top general Qasem Soleimani.
  “U.S. Army Recruiting Command has received multiple calls and emails about these fake text messages and wants to ensure Americans understand these texts are false and were
  
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• Avonworth Middle School Teacher Megan Campedel Named Nominee For NHL Most Valuable Teacher Of The Month

  08-01-2020 17:42
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A local science teacher has been nominated for honors by the National Hockey League.
  The NHL has named Avonworth Middle School science teacher Megan Campedel as a nominee for the NHL’s Most Valuable Teacher of the Month. Her classrooom team is the Pittsburgh Penguins, of course! She is one of 12 teachers in North America that were nominated.“Avonworth Middle School science teacher Megan Campedel is a nominee for the NHL’s Most Valuable Teacher of the M
  
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• Mac Miller’s Posthumous Album ‘Circles’ Will Be Released Next Week

  08-01-2020 17:25
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Mac Miller’s family announced the late rapper’s posthumous album “Circles” will be released next week.On Instagram, Miller’s family said that when he passed away, he was “well into the process” of recording “Circles,” which was meant to be a companion album to “Swimming.” View this post on InstagramCircles. January 17.
  A post shared byMac (@macmiller) on Jan 8, 2020 at 8:00am PST
  The post says Miller was
  
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• Aerosmith, Billie Eilish, Lizzo, Blake Shelton & Gwen Stefani Set To Perform At The 62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards

  08-01-2020 17:02
  
  CBS and the Recording Academy have confirmed the first slate of artists to perform on the 2020 GRAMMY Awards coming to America’s Most Watched Network January 26th at 8:00PM ET/5:00 PM PT. Acts set to take the stage on Music’s Biggest Night include Aerosmith, who will perform a medley of some of their legendary hits; first-time nominee breakout stars Billie Eilish and Lizzo, who will each make their GRAMMY stage debuts; and powerhouse artists Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani will take t
  
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• Pitt Panthers Give Head Coach Jeff Capel Two-Year Extension

  08-01-2020 17:01
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Jeff Capel will continue to lead the Panthers plenty of years to come.The University of Pittsburgh announced a two-year extension for the Men’s Basketball head coach on Wednesday.“Capel Signs Two-Year Extension #ZooEra l #H2P”Capel Signs Two-Year Extension#ZooEra l #H2Phttps://t.co/HysbFoO0u5
  — Pitt Basketball (@Pitt_MBB) January 8, 2020The extension keeps Capel signed through the 2026-27 season with the Panthers.“I am grateful for the comm
  
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• 1 Person, 2 Dogs Escape House Fire In Murrysville

  08-01-2020 16:23
  
  MURRYSVILLE (KDKA) — Fire forced one person from their Westmoreland County home in the middle of the night.
  It started around 2:30 a.m. at a home on School Road, near Foxwood Court in Murrysville.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Brian Smithmyer)
  A fire official on the scene told KDKA that the fire started in a room with a fireplace.
  The person living there was able to get out unharmed, along with two dogs.
  There’s some smoke and water damage to the home.
  Stay with KDKA for the la
  
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• 1 Person Injured In Overnight Crash In Hempfield Twp.

  08-01-2020 16:20
  
  HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — One person was taken to a hospital after a violent crash in Westmoreland County overnight.
  It happened on Route 30 in Hempfield Township, near the Westmoreland Mall.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Brian Smithmyer)
  A car struck the side of a support for an overpass there around 2:30 a.m.
  State police are investigating the cause of the crash.
  Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
  
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• PTL Links: January 8, 2020

  08-01-2020 15:43
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Pittsburgh Cultural Trust presents “The Magic School Bus”
  Life Coach Dr. Marlene Boas
  Rania’s Catering
  Rania’s Recipes
  Allegheny Health Network
  United Health Care
  New Horizon Theater presents Herb Newsome’s “Break It Down”
  City Theatre presents Theresa Rebeck’s “Downstairs”
  Pittsburgh Musical Theatre presents “Hair”
  Pittsburgh Public Theater presents “
  
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• Bill Would Require Student Athletes To Compete In Sports Based On Gender At Birth

  08-01-2020 15:38
  
  NASHVILLE, Tenn. (CBS Local) — Critics of a bill that would require student athletes in Tennessee to play on the sports team of their gender birth say it is an attack on transgender students.
  Republican Rep. Bruce Griffey introduced House Bill 1572, known as the Girls Athletic Protection Act. He says it’s designed to ensure fairness in sports competitions throughout the state.
  “We all know that traditionally males generally have bigger hearts, bigger upper body strength, and th
  
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• Cooking With Rania: Spiced Chicken Pita Pockets

  08-01-2020 15:31
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Rania Harris, of Rania’s Catering, stops by Pittsburgh Today Live with a delicious recipe that will help you keep your New Year’s resolution to eat healthier.
  Spiced Chicken Pita Pockets
  Ingredients:
  3/4 tablespoon ground cumin3/4 tablespoon turmeric powder3/4 tablespoon ground coriander¾ tablespoon garlic powder¾ tablespoon smoked paprika½ teaspoon ground cloves½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more to taste)Sea salt to taste8 bonele
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Winds Picking Up With Cold Air Rushing In, Snow Squalls Creating Dangerous Conditions

  08-01-2020 14:54
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Snow showers continue to be possible into the afternoon.
  Pittsburgh didn’t see much snow through the morning commute, but snow Squalls are now making their way across the region.
  The National Weather Service has issued a Snow Squall Warning until 11:30 a.m. for I-279, I-376, I-579, I-76 near Pittsburgh. Drivers are being urged to use extreme caution on the roads and watch for rapidly changing conditions.A snow squall warning is in effect until 11:30 AM EST for I-2
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Winds Picking Up With Cold Air Rushing In, Snow Possible For Some Spots

  08-01-2020 14:54
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Snow showers continue to be possible this morning into the afternoon.
  At this point, it doesn’t look like Pittsburgh will see much, if any snow through the morning commute.However, a Snow Squall Warning was issued just before 9 a.m. for some areas along I-80.Snow squall Warning, near I-80, until 930am. pic.twitter.com/FZkueZJ4fo
  — Ray Petelin (@RayPetelinWx) January 8, 2020
  Snow totals nearer to the city won’t amount to much of anything, but there are
  
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• Teen In Critical Condition, 2 Others Hurt After Gunfire Leads To Rollover Crash In McKeesport

  08-01-2020 14:26
  
  MCKEESPORT (KDKA) — Three people are in the hospital after gunfire rang out in McKeesport, causing a scary rollover crash.
  Police, paramedics and other first responders were called the scene along Washington Street just before 9 p.m. Tuesday.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  In the 900 block of Washington Street, they found a white Dodge Charger on its roof in the front yard of a home. Four people were inside the car.
  The most seriously injured is a 16-year-old girl who was a passenger in the vehicle.
  
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• Sugar low: Katie's Kandy closes Wood Street store

  08-01-2020 13:30 via post-gazette.com
  
  Katie’s Kandy has closed its store at 422 Wood Street after five years at the location.
  
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• Comfort and convenience top Pittsburgh food trends for 2020

  08-01-2020 13:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  It’s all about comfort and convenience in the new decade. 
  
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• 6 food trends you're going to see in 2020

  08-01-2020 13:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  It’s all about comfort and convenience in the new decade. 
  
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• Kahun, Jarry Lead Penguins Past Fleury, Golden Knights 4-3

  08-01-2020 12:58
  
  LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins had a season-low 16 shots on goal against the Vegas Golden Knights, and that was enough to get a victory.
  Dominik Kahun had a goal and an assist, Tristan Jarry made 32 saves and Pittsburgh opened a three-game road trip by beating the Golden Knights 4-3 Tuesday night.
  In bringing Vegas’ season-long four-game win streak to a halt, the Penguins extended their winning streak to three straight. Pittsburgh has won six of seven on the road (6-1-0).
  &
  
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• Family: 5-Year-Old Girl Recovering After Classroom Project Gone Wrong Leaves Her With Second-Degree Burns

  08-01-2020 05:48
  
  WARNING: Some of the photos in this story may be disturbing to some readers.
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A classroom project in a local elementary school left a 5-year-old girl with gruesome second-degree burns on her chest, the girl’s family said.
  Amour Cleckley attends kindergarten at Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School.
  Her class was creating a potion on Tuesday, using hot water.
  The cup spilled and now her chest is wrapped in bandages as burns stretch across her stomach.
  She was tre
  
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• Blood Donated By Virginia Man Helps Victim In Pennsylvania Turnpike Crash

  08-01-2020 05:36
  
  WESTMORELAND COUNTY (KDKA) — Blood from a Virginia donor helped one of the victims of the Pennsylvania Turnpike crash over the weekend that killed five and injured 60.
  The nonprofit blood service provider Vitalant collected 21,000 fewer donations than expected over the holidays.
  They need to keep a minimum four-day supply on hand for planned surgeries and the unexpected, like the tragic turnpike crash.Vitalant is contracted with Allegheny Health Network and UPMC.
  RELATED STORIES:
  Crash On
  
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• Blood Donated By Virginia Man Helps Victim In Deadly Pennsylvania Turnpike Crash

  08-01-2020 05:36
  
  WESTMORELAND COUNTY (KDKA) — Blood from a Virginia donor helped one of the victims of the deadly Pennsylvania Turnpike crash over the weekend that killed five and injured 60.
  The nonprofit blood service provider Vitalant collected 21,000 fewer donations than expected over the holidays.
  They need to keep a minimum four-day supply on hand for planned surgeries and the unexpected, like the tragic turnpike crash.Vitalant is contracted with Allegheny Health Network and UPMC.
  RELATED STORIES:
  Cr
  
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• Port Authority Buses, Light Rail To Be Detoured Around Mt. Washington Transit Tunnel

  08-01-2020 04:39
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Due to landslides caused by stormwater runoff, all Port Authority traffic will be detoured around the Mt. Washington Transit Tunnel effective immediately.
  The Port Authority announced the news on Tuesday.
  Starting Wednesday morning, inbound light rail service will operate on the tracks that run through the Allentown neighborhood. The outbound light rail service will operate through the Mt. Washington Transit Tunnel on the inbound tracks.
  Customers traveling outbound fro
  
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• Port Authority Buses, Light Rail Service To Be Detoured Around Mt. Washington Transit Tunnel

  08-01-2020 04:39
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Due to landslides caused by stormwater runoff, all Port Authority traffic will be detoured around the Mt. Washington Transit Tunnel effective immediately.
  The Port Authority announced the news on Tuesday. A landslide is currently blocking the tracks.Starting Wednesday morning, inbound light rail service will operate on the tracks that run through the Allentown neighborhood. The outbound light rail service will operate through the Mt. Washington Transit Tunnel on the inb
  
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• Port Authority Buses, Light Rail Service Detoured Around Mt. Washington Transit Tunnel

  08-01-2020 04:39
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Due to landslides caused by stormwater runoff, all Port Authority traffic will be detoured around the Mt. Washington Transit Tunnel effective immediately.
  The Port Authority announced the news on Tuesday. A landslide is currently blocking the tracks.(Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Starting Wednesday morning, inbound light rail service will operate on the tracks that run through the Allentown neighborhood. The outbound light rail service will operate through the Mt. Washington Tran
  
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• Several Cars Shot In McKeesport Near Scene Of Rollover Crash

  08-01-2020 04:19
  
  MCKEESPORT (KDKA) — Several cars were shot in McKeesport near the scene of a rollover crash.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Police, firefighters and EMS are on Washington Street Tuesday night.
  A man who lives on the street said he heard gunfire and then the sound of a speeding car.
  A white sedan wrecked into someone’s yard shortly after that, he said.
  “My company car was shot twice, our personal car was shot twice,” Mark Moore said. “Everybody else’s cars, unfortunately
  
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• Officials On Scene Of Rollover Crash In McKeesport

  08-01-2020 04:19
  
  MCKEESPORT (KDKA) — Officials are on the scene of a rollover crash in McKeesport.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Police, firefighters and EMS are on Washington Street Tuesday night.
  The crash happened just before 9 p.m.
  Stay with KDKA for more on this developing story.
  
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