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• British Prime Minister Boris Johnson Hospitalized With Persistent Coronavirus Symptoms

  05-04-2020 23:19
  
  UNITED KINGDOM (CBS NEWS) – British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been admitted to the hospital for testing.The Prime Minister “continues to have persistent symptoms of coronavirus,” including a high fever, a spokeswoman said in a statement.
  Mr. Johnson is still considered the head of the government, despite hospitalization.For more on this story, head to CBS News.
  
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• Pa. Department Of Health Secretary Signs Order Providing Building Safety Measures To Combat Coronavirus

  05-04-2020 23:04
  
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) – Pennsylvania Department of Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine has signed an order that provides direction for cleaning buildings and businesses in order to maintain in-person operations.The Building Safety Measures order reads: “Cleaning, disinfecting, and other maintenance and security services performed by building service employees are critical to protecting the public health by reducing COVID-19 infections in the commonwealth. Based upon the manner of COVID-19
  
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• Coronavirus In Pennsylvania: 4-Year-Old In Crawford County Tests Positive For Coronavirus

  05-04-2020 22:23
  
  CRAWFORD COUNTY (KDKA) – A four-year-old in Crawford County has tested positive for coronavirus.According to a report from Erie News Now, the child is the youngest person to test positive for coronavirus in the county.This takes Crawford County’s number of confirmed cases to seven.The child was tested on March 28 after reporting symptoms of a cough, runny nose, and low temperature according to the Meadville Medical Center.The child is currently in isolation at home.In Allegheny Count
  
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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: Local Pizzeria Provides Free Meals For Hospitals, People In Need

  05-04-2020 22:11
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A local pizzeria provided free meals this past week to those in need: healthcare workers.Joe & Pie Cafe and Pizzeria provided free pizzas to Allegheny General Hospital a few days ago and continued to give on Sunday by sending free lunches to Bethlehem Haven, a part of the Pittsburgh Mercy Family of Care.
  (Photo Credit: Joe & Pie Cafe and Pizzeria)
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  The pizzeria said this is just a part of their PGH vs. Pandemic proj
  
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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: Local Organizations Partnering Together To Provide 9,000 Meals To Families In Need

  05-04-2020 21:48
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — After a successful trial run, local caterers, nonprofits and officials are teaming up to provide 9,000 meals to students in need in three days.Organizers will be going to bus stops in Pittsburgh’s Hilltop/South, Hill District/East, and West Pittsburgh neighborhoods to reach students there.The project assists the “grab and go” meal program being provided by Pittsburgh Public Schools during the coronavirus outbreak. Organizers said they believe this spec
  
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• Tom Dempsey, NFL Kicker Who Set A Record For The Longest Field Goal, Dies Of Coronavirus

  05-04-2020 20:06
  
  (CNN) — Tom Dempsey, a journeyman NFL kicker who despite missing the toes on his right foot set a field goal record that stood for more than four decades, has died of coronavirus, according to reports.
  “Tom’s life spoke directly to the power of the human spirit and exemplified his resolute determination to not allow setbacks to impede following his dreams and aspirations,” said Gayle Benson, owner of the New Orleans Saints, where Dempsey began his career.
  “He exempl
  
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• Coronavirus In NYC: Pittsburgh Airmen Sent To Help Healthcare Providers In New York City

  05-04-2020 19:50
  
  PITTSBURGH/NEW YORK CITY (KDKA) — 10 members of the 911th Airlift Wing with medical experience have been sent to New York City to assist doctors, nurses and first responders.Healthcare providers in New York have been overwhelmed working in the epicenter of the COVID-19 outbreak in the United States. This follows President Donald Trump’s executive order on March 27 that activated members of Select Reserve, Individual Ready Reserve and National Guard for handling the coronavirus outbre
  
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• Hancock County Bans Out Of State Residents From Buying Liquor

  05-04-2020 19:17
  
  HANCOCK COUNTY, Wv. (KDKA) — No out-of-state resident is permitted to purchase alcohol in Hancock County, according to officials from the Hancock County Health Department.The rule will take effect tomorrow, April 6, at 12 p.m. and will be in place indefinitely. Anyone who wants to buy liquor in Hancock County must have some form of identification issued by the state of West Virginia.The health department also said it would be implementing new restrictions for the stores, including one that
  
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• Tiger King Returns For Another Episode On Netflix

  05-04-2020 19:04
  
  LOS ANGELES (KDKA) — Fans of the widely popular Netflix documentary series Tiger King have something to look forward to this week.One of the show’s stars, Jeff Lowe, and his wife, Lauren Dropla, sent a video confirming the news of an additional episode to one of the show’s fans: Justin Turner, who plays for the Los Angeles Dodgers.“Netflix is adding one more episode. We’ll be on next week. We’re filming here tomorrow. Take care, stay safe and put your mask on,
  
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• Police, Medics Respond To Deadly Quad Accident

  05-04-2020 18:45
  
  ALLEGHENY TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — Police and medics are on the scene of a reported fatal accident involving an ATV in Allegheny Township, according to Westmoreland County dispatch.The accident occurred on the 200 block of McGeary Hollow Road around noon. There is no word from officials on how the accident unfolded.KDKA has a crew on their way to the scene of the accident.Stay with KDKA.com For More Details
  
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• Pa. Health Dept.: 1,493 New Cases Bring State Total Of Coronavirus Cases To 11,510

  05-04-2020 18:04
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed 1,493 new positive cases of Coronavirus on Sunday.
   
  More information on the Coronavirus pandemic:CDC Coronavirus Information
  CDC Global Map of Confirmed COVID-19 Cases
  Pennsylvania Department of Health Information
  Pennsylvania County-By-County Map
  Allegheny County Health Department InformationState health officials say 66,261 people have tested negative for the virus.
  Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing
  
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• Allegheny County Police Investigating McKees Rocks Shooting, Suspect Still At Large

  05-04-2020 17:51
  
  MCKEES ROCKS (KDKA) — Allegheny County Police are investigating after a man was reportedly shot in a fight Saturday night.The McKees Rocks Police Department responded to a report of a shooting on Rosamond Street at 9:30 p.m. The victim had been shot in the stomach and the hip. He was taken to an area hospital where he is still receiving treatment as of Sunday morning.Police said their investigation revealed the victim had been in a verbal argument with another man. Shots were fire, and the
  
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• Allegheny County reports fourth COVID-19 death; Pa. issues cleaning guidelines for essential businesses

  05-04-2020 17:44 via post-gazette.com
  
  The number of confirmed cases in the county rose to 605.
  
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• Allegheny County reports fourth COVID-19 death

  05-04-2020 17:44 via post-gazette.com
  
  The number of confirmed cases in the county rose to 605.
  
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• Allegheny Co. Health Dept.: 605 Coronavirus Cases Now Confirmed County-Wide

  05-04-2020 17:01
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department says there are a total of 605 confirmed cases of Coronavirus in the county.
  This is up from 552 reported cases on Saturday, meaning the county has seen an increase of 53 reported cases in the last 24 hours.There is also another reported death. The fourth individual to die was in their late 80s and had been hospitalized. There have been 87 total hospitalizations.More information on the Coronavirus pandemic:CDC Coronavirus Informatio
  
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• Coronavirus In Allegheny County: Bridgeville Police Department Make Face Masks Out Of Crown Royal Bags

  05-04-2020 16:46
  
  BRIDGEVILLE (KDKA) — With a lack of supplies for face masks, the Bridgeville Police Department is having to get creative.On Sunday, the department posted to its Facebook page that it was making face masks–out of Crown Royal bags.(Photo Credit: Bridgeville Police Department Facebook)
  “This is probably the most legitimate use of an empty Crown Royal bag that I’ve ever seen!!!” the post said with an attached picture of a mask that had been made from one of the bags.Thi
  
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• State Police Arrest Two People Who Allegedly Coughed On, Harassed Workers

  05-04-2020 15:46
  
  WESTMORELAND COUNTY (KDKA) — State Police arrested two people who allegedly coughed on workers in Westmoreland County.Both incidents are not believed to be connected, but they did happen on the same day, April 3.Greensburg State Police first responded to a call about a woman, 48, of Huntingdon who allegedly coughed on employees through a drive-thru window in Hempfield Township around 9 a.m. Friday. According to police, she had become upset that her drink was served in a to-go cup holder, d
  
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• “I Hope You Get COVID-19 And Die”: State Police Arrest Two People Who Allegedly Coughed On, Harassed Workers

  05-04-2020 15:46
  
  WESTMORELAND COUNTY (KDKA) — State Police arrested two people who allegedly coughed on workers in Westmoreland County.Both incidents are not believed to be connected, but they did happen on the same day, April 3.Greensburg State Police first responded to a call about a woman, 48, of Huntingdon who allegedly coughed on employees through a drive-thru window in Hempfield Township around 9 a.m. Friday. According to police, she had become upset that her drink was served in a to-go cup holder, d
  
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• This Nurse Demonstrates Just How Fast Germs Spread Even If You’re Wearing Gloves

  05-04-2020 14:34
  
  (CNN) — To stop the spread of coronavirus, many states are under stay-at-home orders and travel restrictions limit where you can go.
  But that doesn’t mean many well-meaning people may not wind up exposing themselves to germs unwittingly.
  On a recent trip to the grocery store, Molly Lixey, a former emergency room nurse in Saginaw, Michigan, told CNN she noticed a lot of people wearing gloves, which she thought was great.
  But what wasn’t so great? All the cross-contamination she
  
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• One Person Transported From Scene Of ATV Accident In Lawrence County

  05-04-2020 13:34
  
  CHEWTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) — Police are investigating an accident involving an overturned ATV in Lawrence County.
  Police in Chewton Township and Wayne Township are handling the investigation with the assistance of the Pennsylvania State Police in Lawrence County.
  A passerby spotted an overturned ATV and a victim around 5:30 a.min front of the Polish White Eahle Society Group Facilities in Chewton Township.
  They found an unidentified male nearby and contacted authorities.
  He was taken to
  
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• Pittsburgh Knights Host Madden 20 Tournament In Collaboration With Pittsburgh Steelers

  05-04-2020 13:26
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Find the best spot on your couch and pick up your controller because the Pittsburgh Knights and Pittsburgh Steelers are teaming up for a unique online gaming tournament.
  The “Celebrity Madden Tournament” is underway this weekend and Pittsburgh’s e-Sports team, the Knights, is giving fans an opportunity to play the popular EA Sports football game with their favorite Steelers.
  All entrants need is an Xbox, a controller, and the game Madden 20.
  The amateu
  
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• Crews Respond To Water Main Break In North Oakland

  05-04-2020 13:17
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Crews were called out early Sunday morning to a water main break in North Oakland.
  The break was called in around 4:30 a.m. in the 3400 block of Forbes Avenue.
  According to crews at the scene, it is a six inch line that was involved, and one building in the area is affected by the break.
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• Coronavirus In Pennsylvania: People Making DIY Protective Masks Amid Outbreak

  05-04-2020 13:07
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Some people are just natural helpers.
  “You don’t have to look very far on the internet to find people who are sewers — who are sewing hospital gowns, teddy bears for first responders, quilts for American veterans,” says Jenny Dayton, wife of KDKA’s Rick Dayton.
  Nationwide, people who sew have been making protective masks, often from supplies they already have.
  All it takes is some cotton fabric, flannel, elastic, thread, and even the most b
  
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• Rollier's Hardware in Mt. Lebanon reopens with limited days and hours

  05-04-2020 13:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Mount Lebanon business is considered essential, manager says
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Rain Chances Kicking Off A Wet Week

  05-04-2020 12:58
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — We are off to a mild start for the day with temperatures in the mid 40’s with light rain showers.
  As this weak cold front passes today, we aren’t expecting much rain with this system.Mostly cloudy skies are expected with a high temperature right around 60 degrees.High pressure builds in for the start of our work week and high temperatures will be above normal in the mid 60’s after a cooler but seasonable start in the mid 30’s.
  Early Tuesday, we a
  
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• Area Worship Sites Adjusting Holy Week Plans Due To Coronavirus

  05-04-2020 12:43
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — This is a sacred time of the year for many religions including the Jewish faith and Christianity.
  Right now, area churches and synagogues are locked right to prevent any spread of the Coronavirus.
  It’s another week of followers of many religions having their services online.
  Yesterday, the Catholic Diocese of Greensburg announced it was locking its doors and having funerals, baptisms, weddings, and confessions on a limited basis.
  The Pittsburgh Diocese locked its
  
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• Report: UPMC Close To Completing Blood Test To Determine Immunity To Coronavirus

  05-04-2020 10:05
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh are reportedly close to completing a blood test to determine immunity against the virus that causes COVID-19.
  According to KDKA’s news partners at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the test could identify people who could serve in the front lines of the battle against the ongoing Coronavirus outbreak with little to risk of being infected.
  “We are developing an antibody test based on a European test to see if people
  
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• UPMC close to immunity test that could help end lockdown

  05-04-2020 06:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  UPMC is developing an immunity test that could allow those with antibodies against COVID-19 to safely return to a normal routine.
   
  
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• Proposed Community Reinvestment Act changes have community groups concerned

  05-04-2020 06:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Comments to the federal government about the proposed changes are due this week
  
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• Bishop Zubik holds on to hope amid shutdown

  05-04-2020 06:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  “It causes great pain that we can’t celebrate the sacraments, but that doesn’t mean we don't experience God’s grace.”
  
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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: Employee Of Presbyterian SeniorCare Tests Positive For Coronavirus

  05-04-2020 04:16
  
  WASHINGTON (KDKA) – An employee of Presbyterian SeniorCare Network has tested positive for coronavirus.According to Presbyterian SeniorCare, the employee had been working as a personal care aide at Southminster Place in Washington.The employee has not been at work since Apri 1 and is currently quarantined at home.“We send our concern and prayers for our team member. Our staff and frontline caregivers are heroes to all those we serve,” says Paul Winkler, president, Presbyterian
  
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• Coronavirus In Pennsylvania: Employee Of Presbyterian SeniorCare Tests Positive For Coronavirus

  05-04-2020 04:16
  
  WASHINGTON (KDKA) – An employee of Presbyterian SeniorCare Network has tested positive for coronavirus.According to Presbyterian SeniorCare, the employee had been working as a personal care aide at Southminster Place in Washington.The employee has not been at work since Apri 1 and is currently quarantined at home.“We send our concern and prayers for our team member. Our staff and frontline caregivers are heroes to all those we serve,” says Paul Winkler, president, Presbyterian
  
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• Allegheny County Police Distribute Over 300 Pizzas To Wilmerding Residents

  05-04-2020 01:38
  
  WILMERDING (KDKA) – The Allegheny County Police Department gave back to the Wilmerding community on Saturday.
  In an effort between the Allegheny County Police Department Association, Punisher’s Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club and the Saddle-Up Fund, 340 large pizzas were handed out to residents of Wilmerding.The three groups, along with help from Pasquale’s Pizza and Tyler Mountain Spring Water raised enough funds to make sure everyone that stopped by was able to get a large pi
  
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• Arnold Palmer Regional Airport Suspends Commercial Flights

  05-04-2020 00:55
  
  LATROBE (KDKA) – Starting next week, Arnold Palmer Regional Airport has suspended all commercial flights.The lone commercial airline that flies out of Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, Spirit Airlines, said it will suspend flights starting on Wednesday.Flights will be grounded until at least May 4.The airport will also furlough at least a third of its 90 workers, according to a report in the Tribune-Review.
  
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• Salvation Army Donates Meals For Healthcare Workers At Mon Valley Hospital

  05-04-2020 00:46
  
  MONONGAHELA (KDKA) – On Saturday, The Salvation Army donated meals for several healthcare workers on the frontlines of battling the coronavirus.
  The meals were delivered to the staff at the Mon Valley Hospital.Both hospital workers and Salvation Army volunteers said generosity like this is common in the Mon Valley.“That’s what the Mon Valley is, it’s neighbors helping neighbors,” said Corrine Laboone.“We just work as a team in the Mon Valley, it’s import
  
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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: Second Port Authority Employee Tests Positive For Coronavirus

  05-04-2020 00:42
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A second employee of Port Authority has tested positive for coronavirus.According to Port Authority, the employee is a bus driver that works out of the West Mifflin Garage.The employee has been in medically-directed self-quarantine since April 1 and has not reported to work since March 21.Port Authority deep-cleaned the West Mifflin garage and the bus the employee last drove after learning of the employee’s diagnosis.“On behalf of our Board and the entire ma
  
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• ‘She’s Always Been A Helper:’ 93-Year-Old Woman In Braddock Making Masks For Family Members

  05-04-2020 00:27
  
  BRADDOCK (KDKA) — At 93-years-young, Dorothy Culligan has some free time on her hands.
  “Because if I’m not doing anything worthwhile I’m sleeping,” she said in her kitchen.
  Even more now with the stay at home orders from the governor.
  “And I was thinking, being that I can’t really do nothing, I should go and start making some masks,” Culligan said.
  So she decided to be a helper during this pandemic and thought what would be better than to those mas
  
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