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• Friends, Family Celebrate Dormont Woman’s 100th Birthday With Drive-By Caravan

  06-04-2020 23:59
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A local woman turned 100 years old today, and her friends and family didn’t let the coronavirus stop them from celebrating.
  Ruth Tandy’s family wanted to take her to Vegas to celebrate, but that didn’t happen because of coronavirus.
  Instead, they talked to Dormont Police and got the go-ahead to organize a drive-by caravan.(Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Aaron Sledge)
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Aaron Sledge)
  The birthday girl sat outside on
  
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• ‘This Is Far More Intense Of A Situation’: Mothers Could Be Separated From Newborns Due To CDC Guidelines Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

  06-04-2020 23:48
  
  BRIDGEVILLE, Pa. (KDKA) — For expectant mothers, the risk of coronavirus impacts many aspects of pregnancy.
  “It’s a situation that’s changing daily. Initially, it was social distancing, stay away, wash your hands. But now we’re understanding this is far more intense of a situation,” says expectant mother, Brittainy Hambelton.There’s the possibility of separation after giving birth.
  “The CDC is recommending out of an abundance of caution, for mother
  
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• Police Investigate Discovery Of Human Remains In Bethel Park

  06-04-2020 23:30
  
  BETHEL PARK (KDKA) — Police are investigating after human remains were found in Bethel Park this morning.
  According to Bethel Park Police, the disturbing discovery was made where Beagle Drive intersects with the tracks.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Ian Smith)
  The Allegheny County Police Homicide Unit and the Medical Examiner’s Office were called to the scene to assist with the investigation.
  The investigation is ongoing, but foul play isn’t suspected at this time, police
  
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• Cheron Shelton, Found Not Guilty In Wilkinsburg Mass Shooting Trial, Ordered Detained Pending Trial

  06-04-2020 23:25
  
  ALLEGHENY COUNTY (KDKA) — The man found not guilty in the Wilkinsburg mass shooting trial has been ordered detained pending trial.The judge is Cheron Shelton’s gun charge case announced the news on Monday.The Department of Justice announced in February that Shelton was indicted by a federal grand jury on a charge of violating federal firearms laws.
  The indictment says on March 12, 2016, Shelton possed a Colt Model M4, a .22 caliber rifle, knowing that he had been previously convicted
  
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• Cheron Shelton, Found Not Guilty In Wilkinsburg Mass Shooting Trial, Is Heading Back To Jail

  06-04-2020 23:22
  
  ALLEGHENY COUNTY (KDKA) — The man found not guilty in the Wilkinsburg mass shooting trial is heading back to jail.
  The judge is Cheron Shelton’s gun charge case has ordered him to be detained pending trial.
  The Department of Justice announced in February that Shelton was indicted by a federal grand jury on a charge of violating federal firearms laws.
  The indictment says on March 12, 2016, Shelton possed a Colt Model M4, a .22 caliber rifle, knowing that he had been previously convict
  
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• Quarantine Kitchen: See What The Pros Are Cooking During Coronavirus Social Distancing

  06-04-2020 23:05
  
  A number of culinary superstars are stepping up their social media game to not only keep busy and sane, but also educate their followers on how to make do on the food front during these challenging times. Through cooking clubs, live tutorials, and recipe suggestions that make the most of limited fridge and pantry options, these celebrity chefs are converting their Instagram accounts into indispensable cooking resources. Below you’ll find our favorite accounts from fami
  
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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy Says City Park Usage Up 83 Percent

  06-04-2020 22:28
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — More people are visiting local parks amid the coronavirus pandemic.
  The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy looked at data from a recent Google COVID-19 Mobility Report and found park usage was up 83 percent from Feb. 16-March 29th.
  While you’re allowed to go to local parks under current guidelines, you’re still asked to practice social distancing.
  
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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: Charity Closed By Pandemic Asking Public To Stop Donating As Massive Amount Of Items Pile Up

  06-04-2020 22:17
  
  CORAOPOLIS (KDKA) — Massive amounts of donated goods are piling up outside of the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store in Coraopolis despite the charity’s pleas for the public to stop.
  On the organization’s website, they say all of their Pittsburgh area location are temporarily closed due to the Coronavirus pandemic.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Ian Smith from NewsChopper 2)
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Ian Smith from NewsChopper 2)
  However, gigantic pile of donations
  
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• ‘All Rise’ Set To Air Virtually Produced New Episode On May 4th

  06-04-2020 22:15
  
  CBS’ freshman drama series All Rise returns to production to virtually produce a timely episode that reflects the world’s current state of the COVID-19 pandemic, social distancing and its impact on the criminal justice system. Judge Lola Carmichael (Simone Missick) will virtually preside over a bench trial. The new episode will air Monday, May 4th at 9:00 PM ET/PT only on CBS and streaming on CBS All Access.
  The show’s consulting producer, former Los Angeles County District Att
  
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• Pennsylvania House Swears In Members Who Won March Special Elections

  06-04-2020 22:09
  
  HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) – Three new members of the Pennsylvania House are serving their districts after being sworn in Monday during a brief ceremony in the state Capitol.
  The three Republicans all won special elections last month to fill seats vacated by members who were elected to county offices in November.
  The new members are Rep. Eric Davanzo of Westmoreland County, Rep. Tim Bonner of Mercer County and Rep. K.C. Tomlinson of Bucks County.
  The House currently has no vacancies and Republic
  
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• Casey, Toomey ask agency to keep tabs on nursing homes during pandemic

  06-04-2020 21:57 via post-gazette.com
  
  Sens. Casey and Toomey have asked the federal government to keep closer tabs on the nation’s worst performing nursing homes during pandemic
  
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• Bob Casey, Pat Toomey ask agency to keep tabs on nursing homes during pandemic

  06-04-2020 21:57 via post-gazette.com
  
  Sens. Casey and Toomey have asked the federal government to keep closer tabs on the nation’s worst performing nursing homes during pandemic
  
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• A Pink Moon, The Biggest And Brightest Supermoon, Is Taking Over The Sky Tuesday

  06-04-2020 21:56
  
  PITTSBURGH (CNN/KDKA) – Make sure you look up on Tuesday: a Super Pink Moon is taking over the sky.The year started off with a meteor shower and the first month of 2020 had a penumbral lunar eclipse during the full moon. We’ve also seen a Wolf Moon, Snow Moon and Worm Mmoon so far.
  Now, the fourth full moon of the year — and the second supermoon of the 2020 — will be the Pink Moon on April 7.This full moon gets its name not because of its color, but because of pink flower
  
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• Coronavirus Changes: 2020 NFL Draft Will Be Virtual Because Of Coronavirus Pandemic

  06-04-2020 21:31
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The National Football League has informed teams it will do a virtual draft this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
  Every team must conduct their draft entirely outside of their facilities with club personnel in separate locations and able to communicate by phone or internet. Teams may not gather at one person’s home during the process.Now official: NFL now has informed teams it will do a virtual draft this year. GMs and HCs now will be drafting from their homes
  
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• Pittsburgh police officer tests positive for COVID-19

  06-04-2020 21:16 via post-gazette.com
  
  The officer displayed symptoms April 1, was tested the next day and learned Saturday of the positive result.
  
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• Pittsburgh Steelers Center Maurkice Pouncey, Former WR Antonio Brown Named To Pro Football Hall of Fame 2010s All-Decade Team

  06-04-2020 21:03
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Steelers Center Maurkice Pouncey and former Wide Receiver Antonio Brown have been named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame 2010s All-Decade Team. Also Aliquippa graduate Darrelle Revis made the squad.Steelers Center Maurkice Pouncey and former WR Antonio Brown Named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame 2010s All-Decade Team.Aliquippa’s Darrelle Revis also named to the team @KDKA
  — Rich Walsh KDKA (@RichieWalsh) April 6, 2020Pouncey, a first round draft pick in 201
  
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• Death of victim in Penn Hills home invasion is ruled homicide

  06-04-2020 20:57 via post-gazette.com
  
  Tiffany Williams, 46, was fatally beaten after two men in masks broke into her home Oct. 30 on Cimarron Drive.
  
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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: Giant Eagle To Begin Enforcing Number Of Shoppers Allowed In Store At Once

  06-04-2020 20:55
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Giant Eagle is furthering their in-store precautions because of the Coronavirus pandemic.
  The grocery chain says in a press release that they “will be enforcing the number of guests that can shop in-store at one time.”
  Each location will now only admit up to 50% of occupancy allowable by fire code, as well as other store operations and procedures.
  Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
  
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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: Giant Eagle To Begin Cutting Back On Number Of Shoppers Allowed In Stores At One Time

  06-04-2020 20:55
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Giant Eagle is furthering their in-store precautions because of the Coronavirus pandemic, now limiting the number of shoppers allowed inside their stores at one time.
  The grocery chain says each location will now only “admit up to 50% of occupancy allowable by fire code.” They will also only use every other register lane when possible.
  To help enforce these new guidelines, they are posting new maximum occupancy signs at the entrance to each store.
  They plan
  
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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: City Police Officer Tests Positive For Coronavirus

  06-04-2020 20:53
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A Pittsburgh Police officer has tested positive for coronavirus.Pittsburgh Police say the officer started to show flu-like symptoms April 1 and was sent home. On April 2, the officer was tested, and on April 4, the results came back as positive.The officer is in self-isolation at home, police say. The officer is an instructor with the Police Academy and was recently in contact with recruits.A press release says Pittsburgh Police are working on identifying and notifying
  
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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: More Than 36,000 Meals To Be Delivered To Families In Need This Week After $1M Donation From PNC Foundation

  06-04-2020 20:21
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – With the coronavirus impacting so many, it’s hitting those already in need harder.
  Non-profits in the Pittsburgh area as well as a hefty donation from the PNC Foundation are providing meals to thousands of families.
  Off and on, families have been waiting in line in Carrick. They’re maintaining social distancing thanks to blue tape marking the sidewalk.
  This is just one of 20 locations where people will be picking up meals for their families.
  All of this is p
  
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• Lions, Tigers, And House Cats: You Won’t Catch Coronavirus From Felines Experts Say

  06-04-2020 20:16
  
  (CNN) — Lions, tigers and house cats, oh my.
  Seven tigers and lions at the Bronx Zoo in New York developed dry coughs and other symptoms of coronavirus after being exposed to a zookeeper “asymptomatically infected with the virus,” according to a press release from the zoo on Sunday.
  This follows a report that a Belgian woman with Covid-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, infected her pet cat in early March. But even though the cat had respiratory problems and high
  
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• ‘One World: Together At Home’ Set To Air Across The ViacomCBS Family Of Networks On April 18th

  06-04-2020 19:44
  
  ViacomCBS networks in the U.S. and around the world will air One World: Together At Home, a global televised and streamed special in support of the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, on Saturday, April 18th from 8:00-10:00 PM, live ET.
  The ViacomCBS brands airing the special include broadcast networks CBS in the U.S., Channel 5 in the UK, Network 10 in Australia, and Telefe in Argentina; BET and MTV globally across 180+ countries; and CMT, Comedy Central, Logo, MTV2, Paramount Network, Pop, T
  
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• Group calls for Pittsburghers to light up buildings, homes to thank essential workers

  06-04-2020 19:34 via post-gazette.com
  
  At 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Pittsburgh buildings and homes will be illuminated as people step outside to applaud front-line workers for their tireless efforts to serve and care for people during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: Zoo Furloughs One-Third Of Its Full-Time Employees, Executive Staff To Work Without Pay

  06-04-2020 19:01
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium is temporarily furloughing employees because of coronavirus.
  The Pittsburgh Zoo announced the temporary furlough on Monday, saying about one-third of its 140 full-time employees will be affected.
  “This was an incredibly painful and challenging decision,” says Dr. Barbara Baker, President & CEO of the Zoo, in a press release.“Every effort was made and avenue explored in an attempt to avoid this reduction. However,
  
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• The Next Page: Following the death of their patriarch during the Great Depression, the McLaughlin family persevered

  06-04-2020 18:43 via post-gazette.com
  
  Following the death of their patriarch during the Great Depression, the McLaughlin family persevered.
  
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• Pennsylvania Unemployment Claims Soar Past 1 Million Since Coronavirus Outbreak

  06-04-2020 18:37
  
  HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Unemployment compensation claims in Pennsylvania exceeded 283,000 last week, a massive number that nevertheless was a 30% drop from the prior week’s all-time high as the state pressed for business shutdowns to help stop the spread of the coronavirus.All told, last week’s claims vaulted Pennsylvania past 1 million jobless claims since the coronavirus began taking a severe toll on the economy in mid-March.
  From March 16 through Sunday, more than 1.1 million
  
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• Coronavirus In West Virginia: Gov. Jim Justice Asks National Guard To Help With Unemployment Calls

  06-04-2020 18:11
  
  CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia National Guard members who have lost their jobs due to the coronavirus pandemic will be used to process mounting unemployment claims, Gov. Jim Justice said.
  “As of Monday, the Workforce call line will be operating 24/7 and I have directed the West Virginia National Guard to spare no expense, and use all their resources in as many physical locations as possible, to get the backlog of calls under control,” Justice said in a news release last
  
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• Pa. Health Dept.: 1,470 New Coronavirus Cases Confirmed, Upping Statewide Total To Over 12,900

  06-04-2020 18:04
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed 1,470 new positive cases of Coronavirus on Monday.
  Total cases of the virus statewide now stands at 12,980. All patients are either in isolation at home or being treated at the hospital.
  There have been a total of 162 deaths.
  State health officials say 70,874 patients have tested negative for the virus.#COVID19 Update (as of 4/6/20 at 12:00 am):
  • 1,470 additional positive cases of COVID-19
  • 12,980 total cases s
  
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• WrestleMania 36 Delivers; Drew McIntyre Captures WWE Championship

  06-04-2020 18:02
  
  (CBSNewYork/CBS Local) — WWE’s WrestleMania 36 was supposed to play out in front of nearly 70,000 screaming fans. Instead, this year’s Showcase of the Immortals unfolded in front of a showcase of none.
  The empty arena wasn’t nearly as jarring for those who had been watching the company’s weekly television shows since the coronavirus forced them to broadcast from a tiny closed set last month. But for the casual fan who only tunes in once a year for the elaborate spec
  
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• Cooking With The Crew: French Toast And Cream Cheese Rollups

  06-04-2020 17:57
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — In today’s Cooking with the Crew segment, CBSN Pittsburgh Producer Jocelyn Nelson makes her recipe for French Toast And Cream Cheese Rollups.
  French Toast And Cream Cheese Rollups
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Ingredients:6 Slices Of Bread
  3 eggs
  1 tbs Milk
  1/2 tbs of CinnamonFilling:8 oz cream cheese
  1 tsp of Cinnamon
  1 tsp sugar
  1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractDirections:
  1.) Mix filling ingredients in a bowl until smooth, this works best if the cream cheese is slightly soft
  
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• Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Says Coronavirus Cases Climb To 642

  06-04-2020 17:04
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department says there are a total of 642 active cases of Coronavirus in the county.
  Of the coronavirus patients in the county, 92 have been or are hospitalized.
  The death toll climbed to four over the weekend.A map which shows where residents with confirmed COVID-19 live is available at https://t.co/rtErjhSYSG. The webpage also contains additional information including frequently asked questions, rumor control, and information for residents a
  
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• Coronavirus Update: New York’s Bronx Zoo Says Tiger Tests Positive

  06-04-2020 16:35
  
  (CBS Local/CBSNewYork) — Throughout the coronavirus outbreak, many have wondered if animals can get the disease.
  It appears at least some can, according to the World Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo.
  Nadia, a Malayan tiger, has tested positive for coronavirus, the Bronx Zoo announced on April 5, 2020. (Photo: Bronx Zoo)
  The New York based zoo announced Sunday that a 4-year-old female Malayan tiger named “Nadia” has tested positive for COVID-19, and that her sister “
  
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• Man shot in stomach in McKees Rocks during argument; police recover two guns

  06-04-2020 16:13 via post-gazette.com
  
  The victim was taken to the hospital with gunshot wounds of the stomach and hip.
  
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• PTL Links: April 6, 2020

  06-04-2020 15:47
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Allegheny Health Network
  Operation Face Mask
  Animal General
  Sterling Events Pittsburgh
  CDC Information on Coronavirus
  Pa. Health Dept. Information on Coronavirus
  Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Information on Coronavirus
  CCI Puppy Cam!
  PTL Puppy Penguin on Facebook
  PTL Puppy Penguin on Twitter
  Canine Companions for Independence on InstagramPittsburgh Today Live On Social Media:Facebook
  Twitter
  Instagram
  
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• PTL Links: April 4, 2020

  06-04-2020 15:47
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Allegheny Health Network
  Operation Face Mask
  Animal General
  Sterling Events Pittsburgh
  CDC Information on Coronavirus
  Pa. Health Dept. Information on Coronavirus
  Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Information on Coronavirus
  CCI Puppy Cam!
  PTL Puppy Penguin on Facebook
  PTL Puppy Penguin on Twitter
  Canine Companions for Independence on InstagramPittsburgh Today Live On Social Media:Facebook
  Twitter
  Instagram
  
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• Police: 2 face charges in coughing incidents at fast-food restaurant, doctor's office in Westmoreland County

  06-04-2020 15:30 via post-gazette.com
  
  State police in Western Pennsylvania say charges are planned against two people accused in separate incidents of purposely coughing on others.
  
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• Us: A street poet finds her voice on Penn Avenue

  06-04-2020 14:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  When Haley Clancy started selling poems on Penn Avenue last spring, she often gave them away. Now she sells them for as little as $5 apiece.
  
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• Keeping traditions of Passover and Easter while keeping your distance

  06-04-2020 14:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Pittsburgh families and neighbors get creative with paper Easter egg hunts, virtual Seders and a parade in Castle Shannon.
  
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• Business Is Thriving For Local Farms And Farmers Markets As Grocery Stores Face Shortages During Coronavirus Outbreak

  06-04-2020 13:22
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Businesses across the world have been shut down due to the growing Coronavirus pandemic, but for local producers and farmers markets here in our area, business is thriving.
  Over the last few weeks, it’s tough to find what you need in the grocery stores — not only with cleaning products, but food items too — such as bread, milk, and especially eggs.
  For farmers markets, business is booming right now, and there are many ways you can take advantage of the
  
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• The future of nonprofits in Pittsburgh

  06-04-2020 13:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  COVID-19 is changing the way we interact, do business and communicate. How will Pittsburgh’s nonprofit world have to evolve in order to survive?
  
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• Walkabout: The looming question — how long is this tunnel?

  06-04-2020 12:45 via post-gazette.com
  
  Aging in place, looking for laughs, fun and hopeful signs.
   
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Sunny Skies To Start The Week

  06-04-2020 12:25
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Weather today will be beautiful as high pressure builds in.
  We will have sunny skies pretty much all day long, with high temperatures in the mid 60’s.Tonight, our next disturbance moves in, bringing the chance for isolated strong-to-severe storms tomorrow morning through the day with some heavy downpours.Areas south of Interstate 80 are under a marginal risk for our severe weather outlook (1 in 5 chance) meaning there’s a potential for damaging 40 to 50 mph
  
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• West View pharmacist aims to be Aldi of drug stores

  06-04-2020 12:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Kyle McCormick introduces money saving approach to filling prescriptions.
  
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• After tumultuous decade, are health care consumers here better off?

  06-04-2020 12:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  UPMC and Highmark have new agreement but only after years of stress and frustration for local residents.
  
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• Obituary: Judith Hays, noted patient in UPMC-Highmark fight who loved singing and gardening

  06-04-2020 11:45 via post-gazette.com
  
  She died after a long battle with cancer, but continued to get care despite the contractual standoff between health giants.
  
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• Traffic Restrictions In Place For Duquesne Emergency Food Giveaway

  06-04-2020 11:09
  
  DUQUESNE, Pa. (KDKA) — Another emergency food giveaway is scheduled for Monday in Duquesne and traffic restrictions will be in place.
  Last week, an estimated 1,700 families were helped by the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.
  Another giveaway is set to take place between 12:00 noon and 3:00 p.m. on Monday and the same traffic restrictions will be in place.If you’re coming to the food bank, here’s what you need to know:You will have to enter at the South Linden Street entr
  
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• Traffic Restrictions In Place As Hundreds Of Cars Line Up For Food Distribution Event In Duquesne

  06-04-2020 11:09
  
  DUQUESNE, Pa. (KDKA) — Another food distribution event at the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank is underway, with hundreds of cars lined up before theTraffic restrictions are in place again Monday. Last week, a mile-long line of two rows of cars stretched back to Route 837.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  An estimated 1,700 families were helped by the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank last week.
  The event opens at noon and will go on until 3 p.m. The same traffic restrictions will be in pla
  
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• Massive Line: Hundreds Of Cars Line Up For Food Distribution Event In Pittsburgh Due To Coronavirus Pandemic

  06-04-2020 11:09
  
  DUQUESNE, Pa. (KDKA) — Another food distribution event at the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank is underway, with hundreds of cars lined up for food.Traffic restrictions are in place again Monday. Last week, a mile-long line of two rows of cars stretched back to Route 837.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  An estimated 1,700 families were helped by the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank last week.Look at this line!!! These are people waiting in line to get food from the food bank right now in
  
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• Massive Line: Hundreds Of Cars Line Up For Food Distribution Event In Duquesne Due To Coronavirus Pandemic

  06-04-2020 11:09
  
  DUQUESNE, Pa. (KDKA) — The Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank prepared to serve even more families this week than they did last week because of the demand.
  They prepped for 2,000 families Monday, however, they served just over 860 people, still showing how great the need really is.
  Two rows of cars stretched for miles all the way out to Route 837 in Duquesne. Police were out directing traffic.The people inside those cars waited for hours so they could have enough food to get through an
  
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