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• School Employs Therapy Puppy To Help Reduce Stress, Anxiety

  04-02-2020 22:56
  
  LEAVITTSBURG, Ohio (CBS Local) — A new therapy puppy at an Ohio school district is more than just a cute face. He’s already making a big impact.
  At just 12 weeks old, Odin may be small, but he’s making himself at home in the LaBrae Local School District in Leavittsburg.
  “We thought it could help with our social-emotional learning and our anxieties,” said Chad Kiser, Odin’s handler. “It helps kids open up a little bit. They’re a little bit more comf
  
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• Woman Dials 911 With Her Toes After Her Hands Are Crushed While Changing Tire

  04-02-2020 22:50
  
  COLLETON COUNTY, S.C. (CBS Local) — A woman whose hands became trapped while she was changing a tire on the side of a South Carolina interstate highway managed to call for help using her toes.
  The unidentified 54-year-old woman was driving northbound on a rural stretch of Interstate 95 Sunday evening when her car got a flat tire, according to Colleton County Fire-Rescue.
  The woman, who is from Charlotte, North Carolina, pulled over in the breakdown lane along the highway, CBS affiliate WCS
  
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• TV Show ‘COPS’ Films In Pittsburgh

  04-02-2020 22:44
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Whatcha gonna do when they come for you?Pittsburgh Police Officer will be appearing on the TV show “COPS,” which made a stop in Pittsburgh.
  On Twitter, CopsTV said a new episode airs Monday at 10 p.m. on the Paramount Network.
  “Pittsburgh, we have arrived,” the tweet said.
  Pittsburgh, we have arrived episode Monday, Feb.10 @ 10/9c on Paramount Network. pic.twitter.com/YfPZxfrLMJ
  — CopsTV (@CopsTV) February 4, 2020https://platform.twitter.co
  
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• Deputies: Just Touching ‘Gray Death’ Drug Could Kill You

  04-02-2020 22:16
  
  FRANKLIN, La. (CBS Local) — A relatively new and deadly form of heroin is so powerful, just touching it could kill you, investigators in Louisiana warned Friday.
  A sample of super drug “gray death” was recently recovered from two suspects from the Lake Charles area who were traveling across St. Mary Parish, CBS affiliate KLFY reported.
  “You don’t want to touch this. If it all possible, you don’t even want to put it on your hands,” David Spencer, spokespe
  
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• Allegheny County judge reassigned

  04-02-2020 22:10 via post-gazette.com
  
  According to a KDKA-TV report, the judge was reassigned after allegedly making racially-charged comments during a meeting.
  
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• Kidsburgh Kidcast: Postpartum Depression

  04-02-2020 21:54
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Having a baby is a life-changing experience that can bring great joy, but for many people, it can also bring on anxiety and depression. Postpartum and perinatal (both during and after pregnancy) depression and anxiety are serious mental health conditions, and experts say they should be treated with medical help.
  In this Kidcast, Kristine Sorensen talks with psychiatrist Dr. Eydie Moses-Kolko, of UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital, who specializes in peripartum depression
  
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• Pittsburgh Pirates Pitcher Steven Brault To Sing With Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

  04-02-2020 21:46
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A Pirates pitcher is ready to step on the big stage.
  Steven Brault will sing with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra this weekend, announced Tuesday by the orchestra.
  Pirates fans have heard him sing the National Anthem before, but now Brault will be on stage at Heinz Hall.
  He will be on stage with the PNC Pops for “Blockbuster Broadway.”
  One of Brault’s passions is singing.
  There is one show each on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
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• Straight talk on bees, silk worms and human survival

  04-02-2020 21:26 via post-gazette.com
  
  A University of Illinois biologist will discuss the challenges of domestication — artificial selection — in her Darwin Day keynote address.
  
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• 5-Year-Old Girl’s Fall Into Grease Pit Prompts Effort To Toughen Fines

  04-02-2020 21:16
  
  CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Kara Cvechko recalled her heart pounding as she scrambled headfirst down into an outdoor grease pit to save her 5-year-old daughter who had fallen through an unsecured opening at a West Virginia restaurant.
  Kambria Cvechko’s birthday celebration turned to horror on Nov. 11 when she stepped on the loose lid and fell through. Submerged in grease, she was eventually pulled out.
  “You see an accident and your mom instincts just kick in,” Cvechko said.
  
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• Teaser Trailer Released For New Netflix Series Filmed In Western Pa.

  04-02-2020 21:10
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Ready to see Pittsburgh on Netflix again?
  The Western Pennsylvania region has become the backdrop for several recent Netflix series and movies, including the upcoming Jason Momoa movie, “Sweet Girl.”
  Before you can watch that one though, you can get your Pittsburgh fix with the new series “I Am Not Okay With This.”
  Netflix released a new teaser trailer for the eight-episode first season on Tuesday.
  It shows the two young stars of the show outside
  
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• Bethel Park Police Looking For Missing 13-Year-Old Casey Keyock

  04-02-2020 21:05
  
  BETHEL Park, Pa. (KDKA) – Bethel Park Police are asking the public for help finding a 13-year-old girl who has been missing for almost a week.
  They say Casey Keyock was last seen Jan. 29. She’s known to visit Liberty borough and the Glassport area, police say.
  (Photo Credit: Bethel Park Police)
  Anyone with information is asked to call Bethel Park Police at 412-833-2000.
  Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
  
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• Bethel Park Police Locate Missing Juvenile

  04-02-2020 21:05
  
  BETHEL Park, Pa. (KDKA) – Bethel Park Police have located a 13-year-old girl who had been missing for almost a week.
  They say Casey Keyock was located on Tuesday.
  (Photo Credit: Bethel Park Police)
  
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• Massive House Fire Spares Bible Verses Written On Wall Studs

  04-02-2020 20:56
  
  LIVINGSTON PARISH, La. (CBS Local) — Firefighters were stunned to find that Bible scriptures written on wall studs had miraculously survived a massive fire that engulfed a house Sunday night, officials in Louisiana said.
  The fire was reported at a house off Lobell Road in Livingston Parish at around 7 p.m. Sunday. Seven people who were home at the time escaped without injury.
  “We just shut the door and ran,” 16-year-old resident Rebecka Lovett told CBS affiliate WAFB.
  Soon afte
  
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• Pre-Production Ramping Up For Showtime Series Filming In Western Pa.

  04-02-2020 20:44
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — New details are emerging on a TV show set to film in our area.
  It appears pre-production is ramping up for the new Showtime series, “Rust.”
  At least one homeowner said she was contacted by a location scout.
  Also, late last month, the Pittsburgh Film Office put out a “cars wanted” ad. Producers are looking for vehicles from the year 2014 or older.
  Actor Jeff Daniels is starring in the series and serving as executive producer.
  The show is based on
  
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• Full Snow Moon To Peak In Pittsburgh This Weekend

  04-02-2020 20:31
  
  (CNN/KDKA) — Make sure you look up this week: a Snow Moon will be taking over the sky on Sunday.
  The year started off with a meteor shower and the first month of 2020 had a penumbral lunar eclipse during the full moon.
  Now, the next full moon, called a Snow Moon, will be Feb. 9.  According to Time and Date, the best time for Pittsburgh to see the moon will be Feb. 9 at 2:33 a.m.
  Each moon has its own name associated with the full moon. In January, it’s known as the “wolf m
  
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• Defense: PTSD Would Have Prevented Woman From Hiding Weapon

  04-02-2020 20:25
  
  PITTSBURGH (AP) — The attorney for a woman accused of hiding a gun used in the shooting death of a western Pennsylvania police officer says she could not have done so because she is afflicted with post-traumatic stress disorder and cannot enter basements like the one where the weapon was found.
  The Tribune-Review reports that defense attorney Adam Gorzelsky said in court documents filed Monday that 33-year-old Lisa Harrington alleges that she endured physical abuse as a child while locked
  
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• Accused Wilkinsburg shooter, alleged target, face each other in courtroom

  04-02-2020 19:39 via post-gazette.com
  
  Lamont Powell, the man police believe was the target of Cheron Shelton in the 2016 mass shooting, took the stand on the second day of trial.
  
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• Pittsburgh Penguins Forward Evgeni Malkin Takes Team Equipment Truck For Joyride In Florida

  04-02-2020 19:10
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Evgeni Malkin is always looking for a good time, and he found a new way to make teammates laugh in Florida Monday.Malkin was seen taking the team equipment truck for a joyride in the parking lot following the Pens’ practice.“”https://t.co/iiPVREDA66 pic.twitter.com/mw0ggrFZy1
  — Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) February 4, 2020Malkin was seen giving Head Equipment Manager Dana Heinze a high-five from the back seat of the truck as the star got out o
  
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• USA Today Predicts Pittsburgh Pirates To Finish Last In National League With 3rd Worst MLB Record

  04-02-2020 18:36
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — After a fairly quiet offseason, the Pirates are not looking like a team ready to compete in 2020.According to the USA Today’s six-member MLB panel, the Pirates, in the current state, are expected to finish last in the National League with a 60-102 overall record.“We’re very sorry to the entire city of Cincinnati and all of its fans for forgetting the third N. Here’s an updated version.”We're very sorry to the entire city of Cincinnati and a
  
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• CNN White House chief correspondent Jim Acosta to speak at Point Park

  04-02-2020 17:58 via post-gazette.com
  
  “Enemy of the People” author to discuss current climate of journalism in an increasingly hostile environment
  
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• Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Mark Tranquilli Reassigned, Accused Of Making Racially-Charged Remarks

  04-02-2020 17:56
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — An Allegheny County Common Pleas judge has been reassigned after reportedly making racially-charged remarks in a closed-door conference.
  Now, the future of Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Mark Tranquilli is up in the air.BREAKING: Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Mark Tranquilli is reassigned for reportedly making racially charged remarks. Only on #KDKA. Details @ noon. pic.twitter.com/80qm7hgeAm
  — Andy Sheehan (@AndySheehankdka) February 4, 2020
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• Redevelopment work moves forward at former Lincoln-Lemington senior living center

  04-02-2020 17:49 via post-gazette.com
  
  The former Lemington Home for the Aged, closed since 2005, will become an affordable senior housing and health center.
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Light Rain To Fall All Day, Wintry Mix Possible Wednesday

  04-02-2020 17:35
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Precipitation arrived this morning, and we will continue to see light rain showers through the day.No severe weather will occur.
  Rain totals between a quarter of an inch to a half inch are expected for the day.The best chance for rain appears to be this afternoon through 8 p.m.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  The rain is not expected to let up all day, with more rain, and at times, a wintry mix around for Wednesday.This is all due to a stalled boundary sitting on top of the area.
  
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• World Cancer Day Marks 20th Anniversary

  04-02-2020 17:17
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — World Cancer Day has been recognized every Feb. 4 since the start of the millennium.
  That makes today the 20th anniversary.
  It is the initiative of six cancer experts, determined that the global challenge of cancer not be forgotten in the new century.
  They want to raise awareness and reduce the number of cancer deaths worldwide.
  To learn how you can take part in the campaign today, visit: https://www.worldcancerday.org/
  
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• Wilkinsburg Mass Shooting Suspect Robert Thomas Out Of Jail After Having Case Dismissed

  04-02-2020 16:18
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — One of two suspects accused in the 2016 deadly mass shooting at a backyard barbecue in Wilkinsburg is out of the Allegheny County Jail today after nearly four years.
  Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski on Monday granted a defense motion to dismiss the case against 31-year-old Robert Thomas in the March 2016 shooting.BREAKING: Robert Thomas just walked out of the Allegheny Co. Jail. A judge yesterday dropped charges against him in the Wilkinsburg killing
  
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• Man Shot, Killed In Clairton

  04-02-2020 16:13
  
  CLAIRTON (KDKA) — Allegheny County Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Clairton Tuesday morning.
  Police were called to the scene along Constitution Avenue just before 8 a.m.
  A man suffering from at least one gunshot wound was found. He was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.
  County police homicide detectives are investigating.
  The name of the victim has not yet been released.
  Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
  
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• Man Shot And Killed In Clairton, 1 Person In Custody

  04-02-2020 16:13
  
  CLAIRTON (KDKA) — Allegheny County Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Clairton Tuesday morning.
  Police were called to the scene along Constitution Avenue just before 8 a.m.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Aaron Sledge)
  A 25-year-old man suffering from at least one gunshot wound was found. He was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.
  County police homicide detectives are investigating.
  The name of the victim has not yet been released.
  At least one person is
  
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• Man Shot And Killed In Clairton, 1 Person Arrested

  04-02-2020 16:13
  
  CLAIRTON (KDKA) — Allegheny County Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Clairton Tuesday morning.
  Police were called to the scene along Constitution Avenue just before 8 a.m.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Aaron Sledge)
  A 25-year-old man suffering from at least one gunshot wound was found. He was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.
  County police homicide detectives are investigating.
  The name of the victim has not yet been released.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Ph
  
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• Man Arrested After Deadly Clairton Shooting

  04-02-2020 16:13
  
  CLAIRTON (KDKA) — Allegheny County Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Clairton Tuesday morning.
  Police were called to the scene along Constitution Avenue just before 8 a.m.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Aaron Sledge)
  A 25-year-old man suffering from at least one gunshot wound was found. He was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.
  County police homicide detectives are investigating.
  The name of the victim has not yet been released.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Ph
  
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• PTL Links: February 4, 2020

  04-02-2020 15:25
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Emerson’s
  Life Coach Dr. Marlene Boas
  Market District
  Cooking Corner Recipe
  Vote For Picklesburgh
  The Mall At Robinson
  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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• Cooking Corner: Smoky Heirloom Tomato Soup

  04-02-2020 15:20
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Market District Chef Crystal Baldwin stops by the Pittsburgh Today Live kitchen with a fresh take on an American classic.
  Smoky Heirloom Tomato Soup(Compliments of Chef Crystal A. Baldwin)
  Serves: 4Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 30-40 minutes
  Ingredients:1 tbsp unsalted butter
  3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  1 onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
  2 cloves garlic, crushed
  2 tsp smoked paprika
  3 1/2 lb heirloom tomatoes, quartered
  1 thyme sprig
  1 bay leaf
  1/3 cup heavy cream
  Salt
  
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• Woman Found Dead In Beechview House Fire, Investigation Underway

  04-02-2020 14:55
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Fire officials are investigating after a woman was found dead following a house fire in the city’s Beechview neighborhood Tuesday morning.
  Crews were called to the scene on Dagmar Avenue around 7:40 a.m.
  (Photo Credit: Chris Hoffman/KDKA)
  According to Pittsburgh Public Safety, the man who lived there had told fire crews he had just gotten home from work when he smelled smoke.He tried to get into his home, but couldn’t make it very far because of flames on th
  
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• Woman Found Dead After Beechview House Fire, Investigation Underway

  04-02-2020 14:55
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Fire officials are investigating after a woman was found dead following a house fire in the city’s Beechview neighborhood Tuesday morning.
  Crews were called to the scene on Dagmar Avenue around 7:40 a.m.
  (Photo Credit: Chris Hoffman/KDKA)
  According to Pittsburgh Public Safety, the man who lived there had told fire crews he had just gotten home from work when he smelled smoke.He tried to get into his home, but couldn’t make it very far because of flames on th
  
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• Crews Battle Fire In Beechview

  04-02-2020 14:55
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Firefighters were called to a home in Beechview this morning.
  A fire broke out there around 7:30 a.m. along Dagmar Avenue.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Officials have not yet said what sparked the fire, but smoke and fire could reportedly be seen coming from the building.
  Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
  
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• Verizon Wireless Deals With Thousands Of Reported Issues To Cell Phone Service In Western Pa.

  04-02-2020 13:17
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — If you have Verizon Wireless, and you noticed your cell phone service was spotty this morning, you’re not alone.
  The DownDetector Outage Map showed thousands of reports of problems with Verizon service, centered over Western Pennsylvania, parts of Ohio and parts of West Virginia on Tuesday morning.
  (Source: downdetector.com)
  The outage reports stretched from Pittsburgh to the City of Washington, Canonsburg, Bethel Park and even as far north as Youngstown and Erie.
  
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• Verizon Wireless Dealing With Thousands Of Reported Issues To Cell Phone Service In Western Pa.

  04-02-2020 13:17
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — If you have Verizon Wireless, and you’ve noticed your cell phone service is spotty this morning, you’re not alone.
  The DownDetector Outage Map is showing thousands of reports of problems with Verizon service centered over Western Pennsylvania, parts of Ohio and parts of West Virginia.
  The outage reports are stretching from Pittsburgh to the City of Washington, Canonsburg, Bethel Park and even as far north as Youngstown and Erie.
  KDKA is reaching out to Veriz
  
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• Raging Fire Destroys Mobile Home In North Fayette Twp.

  04-02-2020 12:38
  
  NORTH FAYETTE TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — A woman and her boyfriend managed to escape from their mobile home in North Fayette Township when an intense fire broke out there early Tuesday morning.
  The fire was first reported just after 6 a.m. along Culpepper Court.The lady who lives with her boyfriend there tells me everyone got out ok.
  — Chris Hoffman (@NewsmanChris) February 4, 2020
  The woman who lives in the trailer told KDKA she and her boyfriend were able to get out safely after hearing the
  
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• Crews Battle Raging Fire In North Fayette Twp.

  04-02-2020 12:38
  
  NORTH FAYETTE TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — Crews are battling an early morning fire at a home in North Fayette Township.
  The fire was first reported just after 6 p.m. along Culpepper Court.
  According to emergency officials, no injuries have been reported. There’s no word on what sparked the blaze.
  Flames can be seen coming from the structure.
  Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
  
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• Are The Rolling Stones Teasing A Potential Tour Stop In Pittsburgh?

  04-02-2020 05:22
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Rolling Stones may be coming to Pittsburgh this summer.
  The band has been dropping hints all over the city, with billboards like this one over Route 28.
  Newschooper 2 flew over the sign, which reads “Get what you need.”
  (Photo Credit: Newschopper 2)
  The sign includes the Rolling Stones’ logo.
  Other billboards have also been spotted along the Parkway West.
  The band is going on tour this summer but no other details have been released.
  
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• ‘It Was Some Of The Worst Injuries We Have Ever Seen’: Man Accused Of Burning 2 Dogs With Drano

  04-02-2020 04:22
  
  WARNING: Some of the photos in this story may be disturbing to some readers.
  CRAWFORD COUNTY (KDKA) — A man is accused of burning two dogs with Drano and not cleaning off the chemicals, which led to horrific burns and injuries
  Erie News Now reports Terry Payen, 73, allegedly spilled the Drano on two dogs and did not clean up. Payne has been charged with two counts of neglect of animals.
  (Photo Credit: ANNA Shelter/Facebook)
  The ANNA Shelter in Erie said the dogs were a 9-month-old pit bull
  
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• ‘It Was Some Of The Worst Injuries We Have Ever Seen’: Man Accused Of Burning 2 Dogs With Chemicals

  04-02-2020 04:22
  
  WARNING: Some of the photos in this story may be disturbing to some readers.
  CRAWFORD COUNTY (KDKA) — A man is accused of burning two dogs with Drano and not cleaning the chemicals off, causing horrific burns and injuries
  Erie News Now reports Terry Payen, 73, allegedly spilled the Drano on two dogs and did not clean up. Payne has been charged with two counts of neglect of animals.
  (Photo Credit: ANNA Shelter/Facebook)
  The ANNA Shelter in Erie said the dogs were a 9-month-old pit bull mix
  
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• Ohio Governor Delays 3 More Executions Amid Drug Shortage

  04-02-2020 02:34
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine delayed three additional executions as the state continues to struggle to find an adequate supply of drugs for lethal injection.
  The Republican governor’s latest warrants of reprieve were issued Friday for condemned prisoners Gregory Lott, John Stumpf, and Warren “Keith” Henness. The inmates were scheduled to die in March, April and May, respectively.
  DeWine moved Lott’s and Stumpf’s executions to next year and Henne
  
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• Around The Table: The Importance Of The Iowa Caucuses

  04-02-2020 01:31
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — People in Iowa are holding caucuses all across the state.
  The Iowa caucuses are one of the subjects as we go “Around the Table” with KDKA’s Stacy Smith and Jon Delano.
  What happens on Monday night could give a major boost to some candidates and raise red flags for others.
  “It’s first,” Delano said. “It’s a crazy system. They don’t just vote by secret ballots. It’s very public. … They stand in corners.
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• Animal Friends Hosts Adopt-a-Bowl on Saturday

  04-02-2020 01:13
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — You may have heard of the Puppy Bowl, but now it’s time to learn about the Adopt-a-Bowl.
  Animal Friends hosted their own Adopt-a-Bowl on Saturday.
  The event featured Team Fetch and Team Tumble.
  Credit: Animal Friends
  One of the dogs featured carried a football toy that displayed a Steelers logo.
  
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• KDKA Investigates: Dogs Sold In Western Pennsylvania Traced To Small Farms In Amish Country Where Puppies Are Bred

  04-02-2020 00:56
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — You’ve heard the claims about puppy mills that are dirty, overcrowded and inhumane.
  KDKA recently traced some of the puppies for sale here in Western Pennsylvania to farms in Indiana.
  These days, Jackson is a frisky little Jack Russell Terrier, but that wasn’t always the case.Cindy Zeigler says after purchasing Jackson at Petland in Robinson, he would have died of pneumonia had she not spent thousands nursing him back to health.Now, she wants to know why and
  
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• Short Line Hollow Park Closed Due To Reis Run Landslide

  04-02-2020 00:36
  
  ROSS TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) —  The valley off of Cemetery Lane is a wooded wonderland for deer and hikers with more than three miles of trails that crisscross the valley.
  Down the steep slopes, through the bottoms and up the other side the single foot paths are a challenge for hikers and mountain bikers alike.
  Perhaps that would be more accurately stated “were” a challenge.
  Thousands of tons of dirt have obliterated the entrance to Short Line Hollow Park and its trails.
  It t
  
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• Police: Greensburg Man Changes Appearance After Robbing Local Walmart, Later Turns Self In

  04-02-2020 00:35
  
  HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — Police say they arrested a man after he robbed a local Walmart because of alleged gambling debts.
  Christopher John Hilty is accused of robbing the Hempfield Township Walmart.
  “Some of the actions taken were not the brightest,” trooper Stephen Limani said.
  Investigators say Hilty, armed with a pistol, walked into the store over the weekend.
  “He went to the service counter, pointed at both clerks and said he wanted to make a withdrawal,” Li
  
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• Pittsburgh Ad Agency Says Which Super Bowl Commercials Were The Most And Least Impressive

  04-02-2020 00:17
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — It seems everyone has an opinion one what was the best or most memorable commercial from Super Bowl LIV.
  There is a poll on KDKA.com that asks you to cast your vote.
  The early leader was the Google spot called “Loretta,” but the Jeep commercial starring Bill Murray and Punxsutawney Phil took the lead early in the day on Monday.
  What do the professionals think?
  KDKA sat down with the president of a local ad agency to get her opinion on which spots were the wi
  
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• Bill Introduced by U.S. Congressman Aims At Providing Pet History From Breeders

  04-02-2020 00:02
  
  ROBINSON TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) — U.S. Congressman Guy Reschenthaler has introduced a bill aimed at breeders when they sell pets.
  A group of activists named Luna’s Legacy have been picketing at Petland in Robinson ever since a dog died 2 years after it was purchased there died.
  “We’re protesting dogs from Petland because we know they bring in puppy mill dogs and a lot of them come in sick,” said Luna’s Legacy’s Joyce Alvarez.
  “We’ve seen this f
  
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