• Pittsburgh Jewish Community Targeted By Email Scammers Assuming Identity Of Local Rabbis

    Pittsburgh Jewish Community Targeted By Email Scammers Assuming Identity Of Local Rabbis
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Synagogues in the Pittsburgh area and across the country are being victimized by an elaborate email scam.
    Forged emails that look like they’re from your rabbi asking congregants for gift cards are making the rounds.
    And it’s all a hoax.
    (Photo Credit: KDKA)
    These thieves are preying on people’s religious beliefs to get their money.
    Even worse, they’re doing it in the name of your rabbi.
    As far as KDKA knows, no one has fallen victim to the scheme
  • Artist Olek arrested for defiant trespass at museum

    Artist Olek arrested for defiant trespass at museum
    Fiber artist Agata Oleksiak, who goes by Olek, was arrested while selling her artwork at the Mattress Factory museum on the North Side.
  • McKeesport hires assistant police chief and detective

    Mayor also addresses concerns about new garbage pickup
  • Police: Mother Charged After 3-Month-Old Son Found With Tearing Injuries Around, Inside Mouth And Broken Blood Vessels In Eyes

    Police: Mother Charged After 3-Month-Old Son Found With Tearing Injuries Around, Inside Mouth And Broken Blood Vessels In Eyes
    WESTMORELAND COUNTY (KDKA) — A Westmoreland County mother is facing charges for allegedly abusing her 3-month-old son, who was found with tearing injuries to the flesh around and inside his mouth and ruptured blood vessels in his eyes.Destiny Pratt, 24, is accused of severely abusing her son, who was also underweight and had bruises on his face, head and midsection.Pratt lived on an apartment along Divison Street.
    (Photo Credit: KDKA)
    “I cried when I found out what happened to that l
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  • Recently Sworn-In Greene Co. DA Fights Child Welfare Agency Over Drug Testing Him

    Recently Sworn-In Greene Co. DA Fights Child Welfare Agency Over Drug Testing Him
    HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A lawyer who was recently sworn in as district attorney in southwestern Pennsylvania wants the state Supreme Court to rule that county child welfare officials investigating complaints about him do not have legal authority to compel him to take a drug test.
    David J. Russo, Greene County’s top prosecutor, has been in a legal battle for more than a year with the Children and Youth Services agency from neighboring Fayette County, which was brought in to investigate
  • Ohio Wants To Put Lake Erie on a Strict Pollution Diet

    Ohio Wants To Put Lake Erie on a Strict Pollution Diet
    TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — Ohio wants to put Lake Erie on a new, stricter pollution diet to fight back against the toxic algae blooms that have flourished for more than a decade, environmental regulators said Thursday.
    The state plans to establish tougher regulations on runoff that’s feeding the outbreaks by limiting how much of the pollution is allowed to flow into the lake’s western end, Ohio’s Environmental Protection Agency said.
    It’s a significant shift in Ohio’
  • Chocolate Bars Sold In Pennsylvania That May Contain Milk Being Recalled

    Chocolate Bars Sold In Pennsylvania That May Contain Milk Being Recalled
    GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) — A Michigan company is recalling about 1,900 bars of chocolate that may contain milk that’s not listed in the ingredients.
    Grand Rapids-based Gourmet International on Thursday issued an allergy alert for Butlers Irish Whiskey Dark Chocolate 3.5-ounce tablet bars.
    The chocolate bars are made by Dublin, Ireland-based Butlers Chocolates.
    The recall was initiated after FDA testing found high levels of milk in the product. The government says people who have an a
  • Furry Tails: Puppy Finds Forever Home With Police Officer That Rescued Her

    Furry Tails: Puppy Finds Forever Home With Police Officer That Rescued Her
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A sweet puppy recovering from severe injuries has found a new home after capturing the heart of the police officer who rescued her.
    Luna was found last Friday off of Main Street in Girard Borough in Erie County.
     
    The tiny pit bull puppy was suffering from a severely broken shoulder and desperately needed medical attention.
    The Girard Police Department swooped in to get the puppy off the streets.
    Luna then traveled from Erie right here to Pittsburgh where her shoul
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  • 2 Former Ohio State Football Players Accused Of Rape Plead Not Guilty

    2 Former Ohio State Football Players Accused Of Rape Plead Not Guilty
    COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Two former Ohio State football players pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges that they held a woman against her will and raped her this month.
    Defensive backs Amir Riep and Jahsen Wint — who were kicked off the team Wednesday after the charges came to light — made an initial appearance in Franklin County Municipal Court in Columbus, and their respective attorneys entered pleas of not guilty.
    Judge Cynthia Ebner set bond at $100,000 for Riep and $75,000 fo
  • Former Pittsburgh Steeler Antwaan Randle El Interviewed For Job With Philadelphia Eagles

    Former Pittsburgh Steeler Antwaan Randle El Interviewed For Job With Philadelphia Eagles
    TAMPA BAY, Fla. (KDKA) — Another former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver was linked to a coaching job with the Philadelphia Eagles.
    Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians said Antwaan Randle El interviewed for a job with the Eagles, ESPN’s Jenna Laine said in a tweet.
    “Bruce Arians said Antwaan Randle El interviewed for a position with the Eagles,” Laine said on Twitter.Bruce Arians said Antwaan Randle El interviewed for a position with the Eagles. He said Amos Jon
  • Former Pittsburgh Steeler Antwaan Randle El Interviewed For For Job With Philadelphia Eagles

    Former Pittsburgh Steeler Antwaan Randle El Interviewed For For Job With Philadelphia Eagles
    TAMPA BAY, Fla. (KDKA) — Another former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver was linked to a coaching job with the Philadelphia Eagles.
    Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians said Antwaan Randle El interviewed with the Eagles for a job, ESPN’s Jenna Laine said in a tweet.
    “Bruce Arians said Antwaan Randle El interviewed for a position with the Eagles,” Laine said on Twitter.Bruce Arians said Antwaan Randle El interviewed for a position with the Eagles. He said Amos Jon
  • Weekend Plans In Pittsburgh

    Weekend Plans In Pittsburgh
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — With Valentine’s Day kicking off the weekend, and some people off for President’s day, here’s what you cand do in the Pittsburgh area.
    Heather and David give a look at what’s going on this weekend around Pittsburgh.
    For car lovers, the annual “Dancing With Cars” event kicks off the International Auto Show at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, featuring food, drinks and dancing. The auto show then opens Friday and runs through Mo
  • Perfect Pairings For Wines And Chocolates

    Perfect Pairings For Wines And Chocolates
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Nothing completes a romantic evening like wine and chocolate, but how can you make this pair perfect?
    Dave Kuiawa, of Fine Wine & Good Spirits, came into the Pittsburgh Today Live kitchen to talk about the pairings that will make a Valentine’s Day evening complete.
    “It’s one of the most difficult pairings in the world because wine and chocolate have very similar elements; elements of sweetness and elements of dryness,” said Kuiawa.
    They tried
  • UPMC, Paris Cleaners Reach Settlement Over Patient Deaths From Fungal Infections

    UPMC, Paris Cleaners Reach Settlement Over Patient Deaths From Fungal Infections
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – UPMC has finalized a settlement with the families of six patients who died during a mold crisis.
    The Tribune Review reports that the terms of the settlement reached by UPMC and its linen supplier Paris Cleaners have not been disclosed.
    Starting in 2014, several patients at Montefiore, Presbyterian and Shadyside Hospitals died after contracting fungal infections.
    RELATED STORIES:
    Law Firm Investigates Possible Mold Deaths Of 2 Patients
    Autopsy: Patient Died From Mold Lin
  • Italian birthplace of St. Valentine wants a long-distance relationship with Pittsburgh

    Italian birthplace of St. Valentine wants a long-distance relationship with Pittsburgh
    Officials in Terni, Italy are launching a campaign on Valentine’s Day to find an American town or city to become its sister city, and thinks Pittsburgh would be a perfect match.
  • Almost 50 More Pa. State Park Campsites To Allow Pets

    Almost 50 More Pa. State Park Campsites To Allow Pets
    HARRISBURG (KDKA) – Campers will soon be able to bring their pets to almost 50 new state park sites.
    The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced Thursday that 46 campsites at six state parks will be pet friendly in 2021.
    Locally, three sites in Ohiopyle and seven in Ryerson Station will allow pets.
    “Both our ‘Pet Camping’ and ‘Dogs in Cabins’ programs have expanded slowly and cautiously as park officials gauge camper acceptance and pet owner
  • ‘All Signs Are Good’ Pittsburgh Steelers GM Kevin Colbert Hopeful For Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger Recovery

    ‘All Signs Are Good’ Pittsburgh Steelers GM Kevin Colbert Hopeful For Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger Recovery
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — General Manager Kevin Colbert is speaking for the first time this offseason about some major questions surrounding the team.Colbert talked to reporters at the Steelers facility on the South Side Thursday afternoon. He says that he is happy to be back after recently signing a one-year deal to stay the GM.“GM Kevin Colbert on his contract status: ‘I can say this without any hesitation: as long as the Rooneys and Pittsburgh Steelers want me to be a part of this
  • State Medical Board Of Ohio Rejects Request To Make ‘Bengals/Browns Fans’ Official Medical Marijuana Condition

    State Medical Board Of Ohio Rejects Request To Make ‘Bengals/Browns Fans’ Official Medical Marijuana Condition
    COLUMBUS (KDKA) — Unfortunately for Ohio NFL fans, there will be no medical relief for their allegiance to mediocre teams.This week, the State Medical Board of Ohio rejected the request that would allow Cincinnati Bengals and Cleveland Browns fans to qualify for the use of medical marijuana.“Ohio medical board committee says Browns’ and Bengals’ fandom not enough for medical marijuana.”Ohio medical board committee says Browns’ and Bengals’ fandom not eno
  • 98-Year-Old Pa. Girl Scout Is Still Selling Cookies

    98-Year-Old Pa. Girl Scout Is Still Selling Cookies
    (CNN) — Veronica “Ronnie” Backenstoe has lived through moments that many of us have only read in history books. But the 98-year-old isn’t letting her age stop her from continuing her favorite tradition — selling Girl Scout cookies.
    For the past 88 years, Ronnie has donned her green beret and Girl Scout uniform to sell boxes of Thin Mints, Caramel deLites and Tagalongs. She may be a bit older than her fellow Scouts, but her energy is unrivaled.
    “Her stamina, he
  • Jury Dismissed After Day 3 Of Deliberations In Wilkinsburg Mass Shooting Trial

    Jury Dismissed After Day 3 Of Deliberations In Wilkinsburg Mass Shooting Trial
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The third full day of deliberations in the Wilkinsburg mass shooting trial ended without a verdict.Cheron Shelton is the lone defendant accused of killing five people, including an unborn baby at a cookout in Wilkinsburg.
    (Source: Allegheny County)
    The prosecution and defense are continuing to spar over claims that a witness was paid.
    The defense asked once again for a mistrial, and if that doesn’t happen, they want the death penalty removed if Shelton is convicte
  • Day 3 Of Deliberations Underway In Wilkinsburg Mass Shooting Case

    Day 3 Of Deliberations Underway In Wilkinsburg Mass Shooting Case
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The third full day of deliberations have begun in the Wilkinsburg mass shooting trial.
    Cheron Shelton is the lone defendant accused of killing five people, including an unborn baby at a cookout in Wilkinsburg.
    (Source: Allegheny County)
    The prosecution and defense are continuing to spar over claims that a witness was paid.
    The defense asked once again for a mistrial, and if that doesn’t happen, they want the death penalty removed if Shelton is convicted of first d
  • Simone Johnson, Daughter Of The Rock, Trains To Be Fourth-Generation Wrestling Superstar

    Simone Johnson, Daughter Of The Rock, Trains To Be Fourth-Generation Wrestling Superstar
    (CBSLA/CBS Local) — For Simone Johnson, having The Rock, one of the most successful professional wrestlers of all-time as your father, will open some doors. It also doesn’t hurt that Dwayne Johnson one of the top-grossing movie stars in the world. But that is where the advantages stop for WWE’s newest signee.
    There is a tough road ahead for the 18-year-old daughter of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as she attempts to become the first fourth-generation Superstar in sports
  • Man Arrested For Allegedly DUI, Hitting Several Parked Cars In Stanton Heights

    Man Arrested For Allegedly DUI, Hitting Several Parked Cars In Stanton Heights
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A man is facing charges for allegedly driving under the influence when he hit several parked cars in Pittsburgh’s Stanton Heights neighborhood.Pittsburgh Police accuse 37-year-old Joshua Niese of hitting four parked cars on the 4500 block of Stanton Avenue, leaving a trail of damage in his wake.When police arrived on scene after midnight Thursday, they say they found vehicles with varying degrees of damage and a Green Jeep stopped in the center of the right lane.P
  • Former Pittsburgh Pirates Draft Pick Reese McGuire Arrested For Indecent Exposure In Florida

    Former Pittsburgh Pirates Draft Pick Reese McGuire Arrested For Indecent Exposure In Florida
    DUNEDIN, Fla. (KDKA/AP) – Toronto Blue Jays catcher Reese McGuire is facing an indecent exposure charge in Florida.The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office says deputies were dispatched to a shopping center parking lot in Dunedin Friday afternoon following reports that a man sitting inside an SUV was exposing himself.“Blue Jays’ Reese McGuire is due to appear at the Criminal Court Complex in Clearwater on March 16.”Blue Jays' Reese McGuire is due to appear at the Crimin
  • 911 System Down In Armstrong County

    911 System Down In Armstrong County
    KITTANNING, Pa. (KDKA) – The 911 system is down in Armstrong County.
    Officials say any Armstrong County residents experiencing an emergency should call 724-548-5105.
    Crews are working to fix the problem. Officials did not provide a timetable for when the system will be back up.Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
  • 911 System Back Up In Armstrong County

    911 System Back Up In Armstrong County
    KITTANNING, Pa. (KDKA) – The 911 system was temporarily down in Armstrong County Thursday.
    However, service was restored around 2 p.m.
    Officials say anyone experiencing an emergency can once again call 911.
  • Woman Struck, Killed By Tractor Trailer Outside Giant Eagle

    Woman Struck, Killed By Tractor Trailer Outside Giant Eagle
    CRAFTON, Pa. (KDKA) – Sources tell KDKA a woman is dead after an accident involving a tractor trailer outside a Giant Eagle in Crafton.
    Dispatchers confirmed a vehicle accident outside the Giant Eagle at the Crafton Ingram Shopping Center.
    (Photo Credit: KDKA)
    It was a tragic scene at the shopping center as police set up tape around the tractor trailer parked around the side of the building.
    Homicide detectives and collision reconstruction officers are initiating the investigation, Alleghe
  • Sources: Woman Dead After Accident Involving Tractor Trailer Outside Giant Eagle

    Sources: Woman Dead After Accident Involving Tractor Trailer Outside Giant Eagle
    CRAFTON, Pa. (KDKA) – Sources tell KDKA a woman is dead after an accident involving a tractor trailer outside a Giant Eagle in Crafton.Dispatchers confirmed a vehicle accident outside the Giant Eagle at the Crafton Ingram Shopping Center.Police tape is set up around the tractor trailer and first responders are on scene.The victim involved in the accident is dead, sources say.
    Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
  • Pittsburgh Steelers, Penguins, Pirates Send Their Love With Special Valentine’s Day Cards

    Pittsburgh Steelers, Penguins, Pirates Send Their Love With Special Valentine’s Day Cards
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — As Valentine’s Day approaches, Pittsburgh sports teams are sending their love as well!The Steelers, Penguins and Pirates all have downloadable Valentine’s Day cards for fans to use on the special holiday.The Bucs, who are down in Bradenton Florida for Spring Training, were the first of the three teams in town to send the cards out.“Roses are red, Violets are blue, We made these Valentines, Just for you! : https://atmlb.com/37fnDLz”Roses are r
  • Wilkinsburg defense again seeks mistrial; jury will reconvene Friday

    Wilkinsburg defense again seeks mistrial; jury will reconvene Friday
    Lawyers continue to spar over money paid and promises made to Kendall Mikell, whose information helped lead to Cheron Shelton’s arrest.
  • Wilkinsburg defense again seeks mistrial based on witness information

    Wilkinsburg defense again seeks mistrial based on witness information
    Lawyers continue to spar over money paid and promises made to Kendall Mikell, whose information helped lead to Cheron Shelton’s arrest.
  • Allegheny Co. Controller Chelsa Wagner Pleads No Contest To Disturbing The Peace Charge In Detroit

    Allegheny Co. Controller Chelsa Wagner Pleads No Contest To Disturbing The Peace Charge In Detroit
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Allegheny County Controller Chelsa Wagner has pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor count of disturbing the peace in connection with an incident involving her husband last year in a Detroit hotel.
    Wagner faced a felony charge of resisting and obstructing police in the case, but Thursday morning in court, entered a plea deal.(Photo Credit: KDKA)
    She has been sentenced to six months of non-reporting probation and must pay $600 in court costs.
    In November, a judge declared a
  • Allegheny Co. Controller Chelsa Wagner Pleads No Contest To Disturbing The Peace Charge

    Allegheny Co. Controller Chelsa Wagner Pleads No Contest To Disturbing The Peace Charge
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Allegheny County Controller Chelsa Wagner has pleaded no contest to one count of disturbing the peace in connection with an incident involving her husband last year in a Detroit hotel.
    Wagner has been sentenced to six months of non-reporting probation and must pay $600 in court costs.
    In November, a judge declared a mistrial in her case after a jury found her not guilty of disturbing the peace, but could not reach a decision on a felony count of assaulting and obstructi
  • They Met On A Dating App, Then He Robbed A Bank

    They Met On A Dating App, Then He Robbed A Bank
    (CNN) — And you thought your worst first date story was bad.
    A Massachusetts woman became an unexpected getaway driver after a man she met on a dating app robbed a bank on their first date.
    Christopher Castillo, the unnamed woman’s would-be Robin Hood, plead guilty this week to armed robbery and three counts of assault and battery on a police officer — all committed on their first date on December 5, 2016 — according to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office.
  • PTL Links: February 13, 2020

    PTL Links: February 13, 2020
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  • A 6-Year-Old Found A Note At Her Local Grocery Store And With It A Surprise

    A 6-Year-Old Found A Note At Her Local Grocery Store And With It A Surprise
    (CNN) — Cheerios and Cocoa Puffs are the typical items you’d expect to find in the cereal aisle. Then there’s the note six-year-old Daphne Kenny found at a grocery store in California, and the money tucked inside.
    Daphne was strolling with her mom through a Raley’s Supermarket in Sacramento, when the routine trip turned into an unforgettable one.
    Daphne’s mom, Danica, thought the random piece of paper her daughter found just laying on a shelf was someone’s gro
  • Reba McEntire Guest Stars On An All New Episode Of ‘Young Sheldon’ Tonight On CBS

    Reba McEntire Guest Stars On An All New Episode Of ‘Young Sheldon’ Tonight On CBS
    Country music superstar Reba McEntire guest stars on an all-new episode of Young Sheldon titled “A Boyfriend’s Ex-Wife And A Good Luck Head Rub.” In this special episode Meemaw meets Dale’s ex-wife, June (Reba McEntire). Sheldon is also forced to work on a group project with reluctant college students.
    Check out the video above for a behind-the-scenes look at tonight’s episode and be sure to tune in at 8:00PM ET/PT, only on CBS and streaming on CBS All Access. Check
  • McKees Rocks native heads to Australia for country music exchange program

    McKees Rocks native heads to Australia for country music exchange program
    Point Park grad Julie Bowser will meet with industry leaders in the inaugural work-experience program for young professionals.
  • Insurance Institute For Highway Safety Gives 64 Vehicles Top Safety Pick Award

    Insurance Institute For Highway Safety Gives 64 Vehicles Top Safety Pick Award
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Are you in the market for a new car?If so, safety is usually of chief concern when purchasing. Certain automakers have earned top honors from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
    In order to be a top safety pick, vehicles must perform well in six separate crash tests.The IIHS also measures aspects such as roof strength, the visibility provided by headlights, and more.As of this year, 64 vehicles have been chosen for a top safety pick award, an increase of seven f
  • Pittsburgh Weather: Rain And Snow Surround Cold Temperatures

    Pittsburgh Weather: Rain And Snow Surround Cold Temperatures
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Rain is coming to an end but there likely still be both damp conditions and foggy conditions through the rest of the morning before a cold front slides through at around 10:00 a.m.
    After that, snow showers will return for the afternoon.
    WEATHER LINKS:Current Conditions | School Delays & Closings | Local Radar | Weather App | Photos
    Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center
    Wind speeds could be stronger than what the forecast calls for but winds will still be decently strong
  • W. Va. Hospital Announces Cutbacks, Gov. Justice Plans To Begin Rural Medicine Task Force

    W. Va. Hospital Announces Cutbacks, Gov. Justice Plans To Begin Rural Medicine Task Force
    CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Gov. Jim Justice on Wednesday said he’s starting to form a rural medicine task force after cutbacks were announced at yet another West Virginia hospital.
    The Republican governor said Pleasant Valley Hospital in Point Pleasant is cutting 53 full-time jobs and shuttering obstetric services. He said he met with key health care stake holders to begin the process of creating a task force to study the issue.
    “The road that led us to what we have seen in recen
  • Celebrating Friendship: Galentine’s Day Events Around Pittsburgh

    Celebrating Friendship: Galentine’s Day Events Around Pittsburgh
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Friday is the big day of love as couples around the world celebrate Valentine’s Day.
    But there is a growing movement to support a different holiday that takes place the day before.
    Galentine’s Day.The holiday was popularized by the character Leslie Knope from the sitcom Parks & Recreation in 2010.It always falls on February 13, the day before Valentine’s Day.And, it’s not just for your best friends. It’s for your female coworkers or jus
  • Millions of dollars in tax credits may not be paying off for Pennsylvanians

    Millions of dollars in tax credits may not be paying off for Pennsylvanians
    Reviews of tax credits approved by the Pennsylvania legislature found some are never used, lack follow-up, or are vulnerable to scams.
  • Man Faces Several Charges After Hitting Police Car, Attempting To Escape Scene

    Man Faces Several Charges After Hitting Police Car, Attempting To Escape Scene
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Mario Plowden is in custody and charges are pending after he struck a police car, two other vehicles and attempted to elude arrest on Wednesday.According to police, officers were traveling along Columbo Street and North Negley Avenue just after 6:00 p.m. when a Dodge Durango t-boned their car.None of the three officers were hurt in the crash but when they ordered Plowden to exit the vehicle, he ignored their command, drove off, nearly hitting the officers.As Plowden att
  • Man Arrested After Hitting Police Car, Attempting To Escape Scene

    Man Arrested After Hitting Police Car, Attempting To Escape Scene
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A man is in custody and charges are pending after he struck a police car, two other vehicles and attempted to elude arrest on Wednesday.According to police, officers were traveling along Columbo Street and North Negley Avenue just after 6:00 p.m. when a Dodge Durango t-boned their car.None of the three officers were hurt in the crash but when they ordered the driver of the Durango to exit the vehicle, he ignored their command, drove off, nearly hitting the officers.As t
  • Pitt Still Can’t Solve Clemson, Losing 72-52

    Pitt Still Can’t Solve Clemson, Losing 72-52
    PITTSBURGH (AP) — Clemson coach Brad Brownell figured his team was due. And in a way, Pittsburgh coach Jeff Capel felt the same.
    They were both right. And the muddled middle of the wide-open Atlantic Coast Conference remains as murky as ever.
    Al-Amir Dawes scored 18 points, Tevin Mack added 16 and Aamir Simms finished with 12 and Clemson shook out of a prolonged shooting slump to drill Pitt 72-52 on Wednesday night.
    The Tigers (12-12, 6-8 Atlantic Coast Conference) won their seventh straig
  • Audit Shows Stores At Pittsburgh International Airport Overcharging

    Audit Shows Stores At Pittsburgh International Airport Overcharging
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Travelers at Pittsburgh International Airport may see some relief when it comes to their wallets.A recent audit for prices at the airport’s Airmall showed that some of the shops are overcharging for what they sell.Businesses inside PIA are not allowed to mark up prices simply because they are in the airport.Allegheny County Controller Chelsa Wagner said that 29 of the businesses offered at least one item at a marked up price.Overall the audit revealed 22% of items
  • State Officials: Less Than Half Of Pennsylvania Dogs Are Licensed

    State Officials: Less Than Half Of Pennsylvania Dogs Are Licensed
    HARRISBURG (KDKA) — Did you know that February is “Love Your Dog Month?”The Wolf Administration is taking the month to remind all Pennsylvania dog owners of the importance of making sure their dogs are licensed.Not only is it affordable but it’s required by law.According to state officials, less than half of the dogs in Pennsylvania are licensed.Dog owners that fail to make sure their dog is licensed could face fines up to $300 or more for each unlicensed dog they own.
    Of
  • Watch: Sharpsville’s Basketball Manager Sinks 3-Pointer On Senior Night, Crowd Goes Wild

    Watch: Sharpsville’s Basketball Manager Sinks 3-Pointer On Senior Night, Crowd Goes Wild
    SHARPSVILLE, Pa. (KDKA) — A senior at Sharpsville High School got her night to be the hero.
    Maxine Schell, a learning support student at Sharpsville, dressed for senior night and scored five points against Grove City High School.
    Schell has been the team manager for the last four years and got her time to shine Thursday.Maxine Schell, a learning support student who has played the role of “team manager” for the past 4 years, dressed for senior night & ended the game with 5 p
  • Watch: Sharpsville Basketball Manager Sinks 3-Pointer On Senior Night, Crowd Goes Wild

    Watch: Sharpsville Basketball Manager Sinks 3-Pointer On Senior Night, Crowd Goes Wild
    SHARPSVILLE, Pa. (KDKA) — A senior at Sharpsville High School got her night to be the hero.
    Maxine Schell, a learning support student at Sharpsville, dressed for senior night and scored five points against Grove City High School.
    Schell has been the team manager for the last four years and got her time to shine Thursday.Maxine Schell, a learning support student who has played the role of “team manager” for the past 4 years, dressed for senior night & ended the game with 5 p

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