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• Dad Covers ACDC’s ‘Thunderstruck’ By Recording His Baby’s Sounds For A Year

  25-01-2020 23:33
  
  (CNN) — Does it seem like recording artists are getting younger and younger?
  It’s not your imagination. Earlier this month, Billie Eilish became the youngest artist to write and perform a James Bond theme song. But now Eilish, a teen, might have some competition from the diaper set.
  Meet Baby Ryan, the cutest li’l nugget you ever did see, whose father, Matt MacMillan had the genius idea of recording his baby sounds for a year and arranging them into “Thunderstruck”
  
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• City Of Duquesne Police Arrest Two People On Parole And Firearm Violations

  25-01-2020 23:15
  
  DUQUESNE (KDKA) — City of Duquesne Police seized crack-cocaine, raw heroin, a digital scale, chemicals used to dilute narcotics, a gun, and a few hundred dollars in cash.Parole agents requested assistance from detectives as they were at the home in the 800 block of Hinnerman Street. Officers had been made aware of the home in the past due to complaints from neighbors of potential drug dealing.The agents were at the home conducting a visit of a 32-year-old woman on parole for distribution o
  
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• Police Arrest Man Following SWAT Situation In Windgap

  25-01-2020 23:03
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Police have taken a man into custody following a SWAT situation in Windgap.According to police, a man called for medical help for his mother around 3:30 p.m. but when medics arrived she refused treatment.When the paramedics attempted to leave, the son punched both medics from behind. They were taken to an area hospital and are in stable condition.Two officers were injured during the situation, one was bit by a dog and the other suffered a cut to his hand during a confro
  
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• Police And SWAT Surround Home On Windgap Avenue After Man Punches Two Paramedics

  25-01-2020 23:03
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Police and SWAT have surrounded a home in the 3700 block of Windgap Avenue in Windgap and the road has been shut down.A mother and a son are inside the home and refusing to leave.
  UPDATE: Police say a man called for medical help for his mom, but when paramedics arrived she refused treatment. As paramedics went to leave, the son punched them both. https://t.co/Q7sgH9Ys8c
  — Shelby Cassesse (@ShelbyCassesse) January 25, 2020
  According to police, a man called for medi
  
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• Police And SWAT Surround Home On Windgap Avenue

  25-01-2020 23:03
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Police and SWAT have surrounded a home in the 3700 block of Windgap Avenue in Windgap.
  #BREAKING: SWAT and Pittsburgh Police have closed Windgap Ave. in Windgap. We’re working to confirm what’s happening. pic.twitter.com/8yUReQAgvq
  — Shelby Cassesse (@ShelbyCassesse) January 25, 2020
  The road has been shut down.Shelby Cassesse will have more details as they become available.
  
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• Identity Of Man Arrested Following SWAT Situation In Windgap Released

  25-01-2020 23:03
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Police have taken a man into custody following a SWAT situation in Windgap.Joesph Sadar, 51, is a Pittsburgh resident. He is being charged with six counts of aggravated assault and one count of resisting arrest.According to police, a Sadar called for medical help for his mother around 3:30 p.m. but when medics arrived she refused treatment.When the paramedics attempted to leave, Sadar punched both medics from behind.They were taken to an area hospital and are in stable
  
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• Executive Director Of Organization For Troubled Youth In Sharon Wanted For Sexual Offenses With A Minor

  25-01-2020 22:44
  
  SHARON, Pa. (KDKA) — Sharon Police Department are searching for Sonny Lee Parker, the Executive Director of the Sharon Mighty Cubs organization, on felony charges related to corruption of minors and promoting prostitution of a minor.According to the Sharon Police Department, Parker allegedly sent lewd text messages to his babysitter and also exposed himself to her.On January 21, Parker sent a message to his babysitter asking if she liked “nice things” and would like to make &ld
  
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• Executive Director Of Organization For Trouble Youth In Sharon Wanted For Sexual Offenses With A Minor

  25-01-2020 22:44
  
  SHARON, Pa. (KDKA) — Sharon Police Department are searching for Sonny Lee Parker, the Executive Director of the Sharon Mighty Cubs organization, on felony charges related to corruption of minors and promoting prostitution of a minor.According to the Sharon Police Department, Parker allegedly sent lewd text messages to his babysitter and also exposed himself to her.On January 21, Parker sent a message to his babysitter asking if she liked “nice things” and would like to make &ld
  
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• Man hospitalized after Uptown shooting

  25-01-2020 22:04 via post-gazette.com
  
  The shooting occurred around 12:15 on the 100 block of Seneca Street.
  
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• Pa. Board Of Game Commissioners Give Preliminary Approval For 2020-2021 Hunting & Trapping Seasons

  25-01-2020 21:58
  
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners gave preliminary approval to hunting and trapping seasons along with bag limits for 2020-2021 on Saturday.The approval includes expanding Sunday hunting opportunity on three days; Sunday, November 15 for archery deer hunting, Sunday, November 22 for bear firearms season, and Sunday, November 29 for deer rifle hunting season. These changes will allow for concurrent hunting of antlered and antlerless deer statewide for the enti
  
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• Mountaineers Beat Missouri 74-51 In Big 12/SEC Challenge

  25-01-2020 21:15
  
  MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Jermaine Haley had 15 points and nine rebounds, Miles McBride scored 15 points and No. 14 West Virginia broke open a close game with a huge run early in the second half to beat cold-shooting Missouri 74-51 in the Big 12/SEC Challenge on Saturday.
  West Virginia’s Bob Huggins earned his 876th win to tie Adolph Rupp for seventh place on the NCAA Division I coaching list.
  Oscar Tshiebwe added 14 pounds and eight rebounds, Gabe Osabuohien grabbed 12 rebounds and D
  
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• Man Found Shot In Back In Uptown

  25-01-2020 21:12
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A man was shot in the back in uptown Pittsburgh earlier this afternoon, according to Pittsburgh Police.The victim is a man, but his identity nor his current condition are known at this time. He was transported to a local hospital. Police responded to the scene on the 100 block of Seneca Street around 12:15 p.m.A K9 also assisted police in finding a residence important to the investigation, and police have taken in a woman for questioning.
  Seneca Street and surrounding s
  
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• Boeheim Scores 21, Syracuse Beats Pittsburgh 69-61

  25-01-2020 21:00
  
  SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Buddy Boeheim scored 21 points, Marek Dolezaj added 17, and Syracuse held off Pittsburgh 69-61 on Saturday.
  Syracuse (13-7, 6-3 Atlantic Coast Conference) has won five straight as it tries to rebound from a lackluster start to the season and build a resume for postseason consideration.
  Pittsburgh (13-7, 4-5) was coming off home wins over North Carolina and Boston College but now has lost six straight to the Orange.
  Elijah Hughes, the ACC’s leading scorer, had ju
  
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• Shoplifter Pulls Knife On Shop ‘n Save Employees, Employees Fight Back

  25-01-2020 20:38
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A shoplifter pulled a knife on Shop ‘n Save employees when they caught him in the act on Friday, according to Pittsburgh Police.When police arrived to the Brownsville Road location, three people were holding down the suspect, Lawrence Barren, on a table. Police gave commands to Barren to drop the knife, and Barren threw the knife onto the table.Barren, 28 years old, allegedly stole one packet of Matador Beef Jerky, two sticks of Degree deodorant, two sticks of Axe
  
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• Meat-Packing Company Recalling Raw Beef After Reports Of Plastic In The Meat

  25-01-2020 18:31
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A Chicago-based meat-packing company is recalling over 2,000 pounds of raw ground beef that may be contaminated with plastic.
  The product was distributed to providers in Pennsylvania, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Wisconsin. The United States Department of Agriculture made the announcement about the recall from the company, Amity Packing Company Inc., on Friday.
  The following is a detailed description of the package:1-lb. VACUUM-
  
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• Man In Critical Condition After Crashing Into Wall On Forbes Avenue

  25-01-2020 18:11
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A man is currently in critical condition after crashing his car into a wall on Forbes Avenue, according to Pittsburgh Police.Police responded to the crash around 8:11 a.m. this morning. The man had reportedly just turned off of the Liberty Bridge inbound onto Forbes Avenue. Firefighters had to extract the man from his vehicle.The man was the only person in the car and was transported to a local hospital. His car was the only one involved in the crash.The identity of the
  
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• Man critically wounded in McKeesport shooting

  25-01-2020 16:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Police say that the 29-year-old man is in critical condition after being airlifted to a local hospital.
  
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• Columbus Diocese Task Force Examining Sexual Abuse Policies

  25-01-2020 15:34
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Roman Catholic Diocese of Columbus has taken steps to examine its policies regarding the sexual abuse of minors with the creation of a task force, and has hired a law firm to determine whether more names should be added to a list of credibly accused priests.
  The diocese in the days before Bishop Robert Brennan’s installation last March released a list of 34 clergy members accused of sexual abuse. The list now includes 50 names.
  Brennan said he wants to look
  
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• Police searching for suspects in Wilkins shooting

  25-01-2020 15:27 via post-gazette.com
  
  A 17-year-old boy shot twice on Ivy Street in Wilkins is in stable condition.
  
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• Man Airlifted To Hospital, In Critical Condition After Shooting

  25-01-2020 15:17
  
  MCKEESPORT (KDKA) — A 29-year-old man had to be airlifted to a local hospital early this morning after sustaining from multiple gunshot wounds, according to Allegheny County officials.He is currently in critical condition. The victim is being treated for gunshots to his lower torso and extremities.McKeesport Police responded to a call regarding the man around 2:16 a.m. Emergency Medical Services assisted the victim, and a helicopter transported him to a local hospital.So far, no suspects a
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Temperatures Dropping, Chances Of Snow

  25-01-2020 13:52
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The heavy rain is out of here, and temperatures are off to a mild start at 42°, the high today.Temperatures will fall through the day but stay steady in the mid to upper 30s. Light rain and snow showers are possible this evening before switching to all snow, leaving the ridges with about 1 inch of accumulation and the rest of us less than an inch.Tomorrow morning Pittsburgh will be below freezing with a few leftover snow showers, so watch for icy spots. On Monday, w
  
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• Police: 18-Year-Old Student Attacks Younger Boy In Bathroom After Being Lectured By Boy’s Father

  25-01-2020 05:26
  
  WASHINGTON COUNTY (KDKA) — An 18-year-old student is facing charges after he attacked a younger boy in the bathroom of a local high school.
  Police say Cameron Puskarich attacked the victim in a bathroom at Bentworth High School.
  They say he was upset with the victim’s father because he lectured him about illegally passing a school bus.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  
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• Don’t Do It: Local Firefighters Warn Against TikTok’s Dangerous ‘Outlet Challenge’

  25-01-2020 05:25
  
  NORTH STRABANE TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — A social media challenge is prompting warnings from firefighters.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  The “outlet challenge” is spreading quickly across TikTok.
  To complete the challenge, you partially plug a phone charger into an outlet, then slide a penny down onto the exposed prongs.
  When the coin makes contact with the prongs, it creates a spark and smoke.
  “The electricity propels the charger and the coin,” Plymouth Fire Department Chief Ed Bra
  
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• ‘I’ll Take My Dad’s Place’: Kris Letang’s Son Steals The Show At NHL All-Star Weekend

  25-01-2020 03:53
  
  ST. LOUIS (KDKA) — Kris Letang’s son stole the show at NHL All-Star weekend media session.Alex Letang on playing in the NHL: “I’ll take my Dad’s place. If my dad’s still playing, I’ll take somebody else’s places. And if my dad’s not, I’m taking my dad’s place. I’m defense – that way my dad’s gonna do the password and I’ll just get in.” pic.twitter.com/FQC9CjvaRh
  — Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins)
  
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• Wilkins Township Shooting Victim In Stable Condition, Suspects At Large

  25-01-2020 03:37
  
  WILKINS TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — A shooting victim in Wilkins Township has been confirmed to be in stable condition by officials.(Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Officials say the shooting was on the 100 block of Ivy Street on Friday.
  According to Allegheny County Police, the 17-year-old victim drove his car to a nearby residence in the 500 block of Tongalucas Street. When the victim got out of his car, he encountered two men. One of the men shot the victim, and he, as well as his accomplice, stole the victi
  
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• 1 Person Transported After Wilkins Township Shooting

  25-01-2020 03:37
  
  WILKINS TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — One person was transported from a shooting in Wilkins Township.
  Officials say the shooting was at the 100 block of Ivy Street on Friday.
  The call came in around 8:47 p.m.
  Stay with KDKA for more on this developing story.
  
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• Man Claims He Was Beaten Unconsciousness By Bridgewater Police Officer While Another Officer Watched

  25-01-2020 01:02
  
  BEAVER COUNTY (KDKAK) — A man claims a Bridgewater police officer beat him unconscious, while he was handcuffed, and another officer watched and did nothing.A federal lawsuit claims the police department was aware of problems with this officer, but still allowed him to be on the streets.
  David Mileham is still suffering physical and emotional pain. He’s unable to work and has lost his faith in police.
  “They beat him almost to death over what? Certainly, he wasn’t a threat
  
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• Man Claims He Was Beaten Unconscious By Bridgewater Police Officer While Another Officer Watched

  25-01-2020 01:02
  
  BEAVER COUNTY (KDKAK) — A man claims a Bridgewater police officer beat him unconscious, while he was handcuffed, and another officer watched and did nothing.A federal lawsuit claims the police department was aware of problems with this officer, but still allowed him to be on the streets.
  David Mileham is still suffering physical and emotional pain. He’s unable to work and has lost his faith in the police.
  “They beat him almost to death over what? Certainly, he wasn’t a th
  
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• K-9 officers and their partners graduate from training

  25-01-2020 00:27 via post-gazette.com
  
  Public Safety Director Wendell Hissrich said the K-9 dogs “are probably the best employees in public safety. They never complain and they eat less than the horses.”
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• Arnold Palmer Regional Airport To Widen Runway

  25-01-2020 00:23
  
  LATROBE, Pa. (KDKA) — Some major changes are coming to the Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
  The airport is Latrobe has seen amazing growth over the last couple of years, and it’s about to see more.
  The main runway at the airport is 8,2000 feet long but it’s a little skinny at 100 feet wide.
  However, thanks to $13 million in federal grant money, it’s about to get 50 feet wider.(Photo Credit: KDKA)
  “The extra 50 feet doesn’t seem like a lot, but you’re talk
  
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• ‘It’s A Good, Young Core’ New Pirates GM Derek Shelton Embracing The Challenge Of The 2020 Season

  25-01-2020 00:17
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pirates made several changes in the offseason this year and one of them was parting ways with Manager Clint Hurdle and bringing in new Manager Derek Shelton.Other changes could be on the way, including a possible trade of outfielder Starling Marte.
  “Saying whether he’s going to be here or not, I think that’s yet to be determined,” Shelton said. “Definitely a very good player, someone that’s done a nice job during his time here. Kn
  
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• Delmont Walmart Temporarily Evacuated Due To Natural Gas Smell

  25-01-2020 00:04
  
  DELMONT, Pa. (KDKA) — The Walmart in Delmont was temporarily evacuated due to the smell of natural gas inside the building.
  Officials said on Friday no injuries have been reported.
  The call came in around 5:30 p.m.
  People were let back in the store around 7 p.m.
  Stay with KDKA for more on this developing story.
  
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• Delmont Walmart Evacuated Due To Natural Gas Smell

  25-01-2020 00:04
  
  DELMONT, Pa. (KDKA) — The Walmart in Delmont has been evacuated due to the smell of natural gas inside the building.
  Officials said on Friday no injuries have been reported.
  The call came in around 5:30 p.m.
  Stay with KDKA for more on this developing story.
  
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