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• ‘Grease Sing-A-Long’ Coming To CBS June 7th

  14-05-2020 23:59
  
  Earlier today CBS announced the addition of the broadcast television premiere of Grease Sing-A-Long to Sunday Night Movies, which features iconic films from the Paramount Pictures library. Grease Sing-A-Long will air June 7th from 8:30-11:00 PM, ET/PT on CBS and streaming live on CBS All Access. The special will feature follow-along lyrics to all the songs during the classic film for viewers to join in the fun and sing and dance throughout the movie.
  Grease continues to be a cultural phenomenon,
  
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• ‘Zoom Came Looking For Pittsburgh’; Hundreds Of Jobs Coming To Pittsburgh With Zoom Office Planned

  14-05-2020 23:54
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A rare, encouraging note about employment came today, and it affects Pittsburgh.
  Zoom – the video communication company based in San Jose, California – announced it will set up an office here and hire hundreds of people.
  “Zoom came looking for Pittsburgh,” says Mark Thomas, president of the Pittsburgh Regional Alliance, after the company revealed plans for a new research and development office in Pittsburgh, and another in Phoenix, AZ.
  “The
  
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• ‘I Don’t Think We’re Ready’: Pittsburgh Doctor Warns Of Dire Consequences If State Moves Too Hastily To Reopen

  14-05-2020 23:29
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — As the “yellow” phase of the coronavirus recovery plan begins in most of western Pennsylvania on Friday, some offices and stores will resume operations.
  The stay-at-home order will be lifted, but Dr. Susan Guido has a reminder.
  “The virus didn’t go away,” Dr. Guido said. “We still don’t have the testing. We still don’t have the contact tracing, the numbers haven’t gone down. I think we’re looking at a heap of t
  
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• ‘I Don’t Think We’re Ready’: Doctor Warns Of Dire Consequences If Western Pennsylvania Moves Too Hastily To Reopen

  14-05-2020 23:29
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — As the “yellow” phase of the coronavirus recovery plan begins in most of western Pennsylvania on Friday, some offices and stores will resume operations.
  The stay-at-home order will be lifted, but Dr. Susan Guido has a reminder.
  “The virus didn’t go away,” Dr. Guido said. “We still don’t have the testing. We still don’t have the contact tracing, the numbers haven’t gone down. I think we’re looking at a heap of t
  
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• ‘I Don’t Think We’re Ready’: Doctor Warns Of Dire Consequences If Western Pennsylvania Moves Too Hastily In Reopening

  14-05-2020 23:29
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — As the “yellow” phase of the coronavirus recovery plan begins in most of western Pennsylvania on Friday, some offices and stores will resume operations.
  The stay-at-home order will be lifted, but Dr. Susan Guido has a reminder.
  “The virus didn’t go away,” Dr. Guido said. “We still don’t have the testing. We still don’t have the contact tracing, the numbers haven’t gone down. I think we’re looking at a heap of t
  
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• ‘It’s Either Open Or Close My Doors For Good’; Area Businesses Prepare To Reopen As Allegheny County Moves Into ‘Yellow’ Phase Of Reopening Plan

  14-05-2020 23:18
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – On Friday, Allegheny County will join twelve other counties and make the move to ‘yellow’ in Governor Tom Wolf’s reopening plan.
  “Yeah, I’m opening, I don’t think they are going to rush in, but one sale is better than no sale,” said Jacqueline Stone who owns Phoenix Boutique in Lawrenceville.
  For the last two months, businesses like Stone’s were hanging on by a thread.
  “I’m sinking, the cavalry never showed up
  
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• EQT Children’s Theater Festival Moves Online, Offers More Than 40 Free Activities For Families At Home

  14-05-2020 22:46
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A free festival that brings 25,000 children and adults to downtown Pittsburgh was scheduled to start on Thursday.
  Live theater shows from around the world come to Pittsburgh’s Cultural District every May for some of the most innovative shows you’ll ever see.
  But this year, the four-day EQT Children’s Theater Festival is going online, with more than 40 free activities for families to do at home.
  “We’re trying to balance between … you&
  
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• EQT Children’s Theater Festival Goes Online, Offers More Than 40 Free Activities For Families At Home

  14-05-2020 22:46
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A free festival that brings 25,000 children and adults to downtown Pittsburgh was scheduled to start in the city on Thursday.
  Live theater shows from around the world come to Pittsburgh’s Cultural District every May for some of the most innovative shows you’ll ever see.
  But this year, the four-day EQT Children’s Theater Festival is going online, with more than 40 free activities for families to do at home.
  “We’re trying to balance between &
  
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• West Virginia Governor Lifting Coronavirus Restrictions On Gyms

  14-05-2020 22:42
  
  CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — The path to reopening in West Virginia runs through the phone.
  Gov. Jim Justice on Thursday said he is lifting coronavirus restrictions on gyms after business owners called his office, a day after he bent to similar requests from tanning salons.
  Gyms can reopen Monday.
  Tanning salons, restaurants at half capacity, big-box stores, and businesses that rent all-terrain vehicles, bicycles and other outdoor recreational items can reopen Thursday.
  Campgrounds can also re
  
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• Pittsburgh Native And Carolina Panthers Owner David Tepper Optimistic Fans Could Be In Stadiums For Upcoming NFL Season

  14-05-2020 22:31
  
  (KDKA)- Pittsburgh native and former Pittsburgh Steelers minority shareholder David Tepper expressed optimism Thursday that fans could be in the stands come September when the NFL kicks off their season.
  Tepper, now the owner of the Carolina Panthers, appeared on CNBC and said that while games are unlikely to be played in front of full capacity stadiums, it doesn’t mean they’ll be empty either. Via NFL.com.
  “You won’t be playing having full stadiums, but that doesn’
  
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• Penguins Dominik Simon Has Shoulder Surgery, Recovery Expected To Take 6-7 Months

  14-05-2020 22:06
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Penguins forward Dominik Simon is recovering from successful shoulder surgery.The Penguins announced Thursday that Simon had surgery stemming from an injury on February 29.
  The Penguins say that Simon had surgery on April 29, performed by team physician Dr. Dharmesh Vyas, at UPMC Montefiore in Pittsburgh.Simon is expected to be sidelined for 6 to 7 months.
  
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• Pa. Gov. Tom Wolf To Announce Additional Counties To Transition To ‘Yellow’ Phase

  14-05-2020 22:01
  
  HARRISBURG, Pa. (KDKA) — Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf will announce Friday that additional counties will be moving to the ‘yellow’ phase of his reopening plan amid the Coronavirus pandemic.
  At a press briefing on Thursday, Gov. Tom Wolf said Pennsylvanians can expect more reopening announcements Friday.
  Governor Wolf said that the decision of which counties will transition to ‘yellow’ will be made Friday morning.
  This news comes as all of the counties in Southwest
  
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• Kenny Chesney Postpones Entire Tour Until 2021, Including Stop At Heinz Field

  14-05-2020 21:59
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Kenny Chesney won’t be coming to Heinz Field later this month after all.
  His Chillaxification Tour was supposed to stop at the stadium on May 30.When we postponed our first wave of shows, no one imagined we’d be here today.
  Still wondering, still uncertain. And I still will not take chances with people I care about.
  Click below for more info pic.twitter.com/K6OIyWekK9
  — Kenny Chesney (@kennychesney) May 14, 2020
  However, the country music superstar won
  
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• Coronavirus In Ohio: Gyms, Day Care Centers, Public Pools And Day Camps Will Reopen This Month

  14-05-2020 21:58
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio day care centers and gyms, along with activities ranging from low-impact sports leagues to horse racing to swimming in public pools, will resume this month, the state’s top leaders said Thursday.
  State campgrounds will open May 21 and motor vehicle bureaus on May 26, although Lt. Gov. Jon Husted urged residents to do as much vehicle renewal online as possible.
  But water parks and swimming at amusement parks are still off limits, as is gambling at racinos an
  
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• Coronavirus In Ohio: Gyms, Day Care Centers, Pools And Camps Will Reopen This Month

  14-05-2020 21:58
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio day care centers and gyms, along with activities ranging from low-impact sports leagues to horse racing to swimming in public pools, will resume this month, the state’s top leaders said Thursday.
  State campgrounds will open May 21 and motor vehicle bureaus on May 26, although Lt. Gov. Jon Husted urged residents to do as much vehicle renewal online as possible.
  But water parks and swimming at amusement parks are still off limits, as is gambling at racinos an
  
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• Wildlife Group Says This ‘Voracious’ Invasive Lizard Should Be ‘Shot On Sight’

  14-05-2020 21:55
  
  REIDSVILLE, Ga. (CBS Local) — An invasive South American lizard that officials in Georgia are attempting to eradicate “should be shot on sight,” a reptile conservation group says.
  The Argentine Black and White Tegu lizard was recently found in Tattnall County, in southeast Georgia, according to the Orianne Society. Biologists believe the lizards are also in Toombs County, CNN reports.
  The Orianne Society describes the invasive lizard — believed to have been introduced in
  
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• Superintendent Says Pittsburgh Public Schools Planning For Next Year Amid Coronavirus Uncertainty

  14-05-2020 21:21
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Anthony Hamlet says the district is already planning for next school year amid the coronavirus pandemic.
  He says there is still a lot of uncertainty about what the 2020-2021 school year will look like and a lot of effort is being expended on finishing this school year.
  They are also working on distributing and adding 7,000 additional laptops and iPads for students to do remote learning.
  Financially, expenditures are higher th
  
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• City Of Pittsburgh Launches Online Portal To Provide Housing Resources

  14-05-2020 20:22
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The City of Pittsburgh announced the launch of a an online portal to provide housing-related resources.
  The Housing Assistance Resource Portal (HARP) will help users find out what housing-related programs and services they are eligible for.
  Users can enter their information and mark themselves interested in:Renting
  Currently renting
  Interested in buying a home
  Currently owning a home
  Renting their property as a landlord
  Currently experiencing homelessnessThe portal is d
  
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• Becky Lynch Gives Up Title, Sami Zayn Stripped Of Title In WWE’s Wild Week

  14-05-2020 20:15
  
  (CBSNewYork/CBS Local) — What a week.
  In the span of 72 hours, the Raw Women’s Championship was relinquished, the Intercontinental title was stripped from its champion, and a quarter-century-old pay-per-view was brought back to life. That’s just the start.
  Title changes in professional wrestling happen all the time. However, what doesn’t happen frequently is a title changing when no match has taken place. Even more rare? That it happens on consecutive days.
  Becky Lynch re
  
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• ‘Business Owners Deserve To Know’: Pa. Auditor General Says Audit Of Business Shutdown Waivers Continues

  14-05-2020 19:54
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA/AP) — State Auditor General Eugene DePasquale says his audit of Gov. Tom Wolf’s business shutdown waiver program is continuing.
  DePasquale held a news conference Thursday morning to discuss the ongoing process.
  The auditor general says the governor’s administration agreed to the audit of the state Department of Community and Economic Development.
  “The Wolf Administration and numerous legislators agreed that this audit is necessary. My audit team looks for
  
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• ‘I Was Going To Die’: Video Shows Neighbor Performing Heimlich Maneuver On Man Choking On Steak

  14-05-2020 19:43
  
  ORLANDO, Fla. (CBS Local) — A Florida woman performed the Heimlich maneuver on a neighbor who ran across the street and banged on her door after choking on a piece of steak.⁣
  A home security camera captured the entire incident.
  Billy Bass, a physical education teacher at Avalon Middle School in Orlando, said he was enjoying dinner last week when a piece of steak got jammed in his throat.
  In a panic, Bass ran across the street to his neighbor’s house and started banging on the d
  
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• Teacher Running More Than 50 Miles To Visit Each Student At Their Homes

  14-05-2020 19:39
  
  KENNESAW, Ga. (CBS Local) — A Georgia teacher who says he misses his students is running more than 50 miles to check up on them during the coronavirus outbreak.
  Bill McAllister, a teacher at Big Shanty Intermediate School in Kennesaw, hasn’t seen his students face-to-face since March 16. He recently decided to run by every student’s home just to say hi (from a safe distance outside) and see how they are doing.
  “I knew my kids were at home and they were missing school and
  
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• Western Pa. National Park Sites To Open May 15 When Counties Move Into ‘Yellow’ Phase Of Reopening Plan

  14-05-2020 19:23
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — As nearly all of Southwestern Pennsylvania is set to move into the ‘yellow’ phase and begin reopening, National Park Sites in the area will be opening for recreational access.
  The National Park Service is working with federal, state, and local authorities and increasing access to its park sites on a case-by-case basis amid the Coronavirus pandemic.
  Starting on May 15, the following parks will reopen:Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic siteTrails, Pi
  
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• City launches housing resource website

  14-05-2020 19:23 via post-gazette.com
  
  Website connects homeless, renters, landlords with programs, information
  
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• Pittsburgh Man Facing Dozens Of Felony Charges Stemming From Auto Resale Scheme

  14-05-2020 19:09
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A Pittsburgh man is facing felony charges after allegedly committing an extensive scheme involving the purchase and resale of vehicles.
  Police say that Henry Reese, of Pittsburgh allegedly used bad checks to purchase vehicles from dealerships and then resold them to other individuals.
  Police say that Reese did so without the proper paperwork involving registration and title transfers and without collecting any sales tax.
  As a result, the victims did not receive the vehi
  
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• Will Meat Shortages Drive More Americans To Try More Plant-Based Alternatives?

  14-05-2020 18:55
  
  (CBS Local)- Meat lovers across America may be facing an internal battle. Consider this: the average American gobbled down about 224 pounds of meat in 2019. Now, with the coronavirus hampering manufacturers and the country facing a serious shortage in grocery stores near and far, consumers may be forced to try something new.
  That search for meat alternatives plays right into the hands of plant-based meat producers like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods. The companies look to provide plant-ba
  
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• Bill That Would Allow Curbside Cocktails Awaiting Decision From Pa. Governor Tom Wolf

  14-05-2020 18:38
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A bill that would allow restaurants and bars to serve mixed drinks and cocktails to-go is on Governor Tom Wolf’s desk.
  The bill passed the Pa. Senate on Wednesday after passing the House a few weeks ago.
  As KDKA’s Lisa Washington reports, local restaurant and bar owners say that being able to sell cocktails would significantly help their bottom line.
  Richard Rattner says that the sale of alcohol accounts for 60% of his business, the William Penn Tavern in Sh
  
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• Bill That Would Allow Curbside Cocktails Awaiting Decision From Pa. Gov. Tom Wolf

  14-05-2020 18:38
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A bill that would allow restaurants and bars to serve mixed drinks and cocktails to-go is on Governor Tom Wolf’s desk.
  The bill passed the Pa. Senate on Wednesday after passing the House a few weeks ago.
  As KDKA’s Lisa Washington reports, local restaurant and bar owners say that being able to sell cocktails would significantly help their bottom line.
  Richard Rattner says that the sale of alcohol accounts for 60% of his business, the William Penn Tavern in Sh
  
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• ‘We’ve Got A Long Way To Go’; Mobile Coronavirus Testing Labs Visiting Pittsburgh Communities In Need

  14-05-2020 18:31
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Mobile labs that can test for Coronavirus is a new concept, and according to health experts and leaders — it’s needed.
  Testing sites for Coronavirus are now available in certain communities where it’s been tough for people to reach a testing location.
  Allegheny Health Network has gone mobile when it comes to increasing its testing for COVID-19.
  They’re focused on underserved communities and this week, they’re in Homewood.
  “We know tha
  
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• Why Horrific Unemployment Numbers Made The Stock Market Rise

  14-05-2020 18:17
  
  (CBSNewYork) — Last Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released some disturbing unemployment numbers. The official unemployment rate jumped from 4.4 percent in March to 14.7 percent in April. The final rate and the month-over-month increase both marked records for the series, which uses data dating back to January of 1948. The actual unemployment rate exceeds 20 percent.
  That three-fold increase in the official unemployment rate was met with a strong day on Wall Street. The Dow Jones c
  
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• Pa. Health Dept. Announces 938 New Coronavirus Cases, Bringing Statewide Total To 59,636

  14-05-2020 18:10
  
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting 938 new cases of Coronavirus on Thursday, in addition to 44 more deaths overnight.
  That brings the statewide total number of cases to 59,636.
  The Health Department says all 67 counties in Pennsylvania have cases of COVID-19. Current patients are either in isolation at home or being treated at the hospital.
  With the new numbers, the statewide death toll has now reached 4,218. The health department says today’s jump
  
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• Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Reports No Additional Deaths, Only 6 New Coronavirus Cases

  14-05-2020 17:04
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is reporting just six new cases of Coronavirus on Thursday, and no additional deaths.
  The number of cases county-wide now totals 1,551.
  According to county health officials, that total number consists of 1,474 confirmed cases and 77 probable cases.
  Officials report that 283 patients have been or are presently hospitalized among all cases. That’s actually down two from Wednesday’s numbers.
  To date, the Health Department
  
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• Lucy Hale On ‘Katy Keene’ In The Era Of Social Distancing: ‘It’s A Little Bright Light’

  14-05-2020 17:00
  
  Katy Keene wraps up their successful first season tonight at 8/7c on The CW. Katy Keene stars Lucy Hale as the show’s title character as she makes her way in The Big Apple alongside her best friends.
  CBS Local’s Matt Weiss sat down with Hale to discuss season one, filming in New York and keeping time sun dials.
  MW: Hey Lucy, nice to see you, how are you holding up with everything? 
  LH:  Hey Matt, I’m good! You know as good as one can be. 
  MW: 
  
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• ‘I Do Remember Birds Flying In My Room’: Doctor Recalls Hallucinations While Battling COVID-19

  14-05-2020 17:00
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (CBS Local) — An Oklahoma doctor who spent three weeks in intensive care battling COVID-19 says he barely remembers anything.
  Dr. Michael Ward, 71, said he suffered from a fever, muscle pain and hallucinations in an ICU bed at Hillcrest Hospital in Tulsa.
  “I do remember birds flying in my room,” he told KFOR. “I remember petting my dog and I remember having people visit me who are no longer living.”
  Ward says he likely contracted the coronavirus from a
  
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• Steelers Announce 2020 Preseason Dates And Times

  14-05-2020 16:47
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Steelers announced the dates and times for their upcoming 2020 preseason schedule on Thursday morning.
  It was previously announced in March that the Steelers would play the Dallas Cowboys in the Hall of Game game in Canton, OH. The teams will play at the Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium at 8:20 p.m.
  Following the Hall of Fame Game, the Steelers will host back-to-back preseason games before playing two preseason games on the road.Friday, August 14th — Tampa Bay
  
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• PTL Links: May 14, 2020

  14-05-2020 15:50
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Antiques Appraiser Dr. Lori
  CBS’s “Survivor”
  Power House Pittsburgh
  Sean Collier on Twitter
  EQT Children’s Festival
  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:Face
  
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• Zoom Planning To Open Research & Development Office In Pittsburgh

  14-05-2020 15:40
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Zoom Video Communications is opening two new research and development offices and one of them will be here in Pittsburgh.“Today’s announcement underscores what we expect will be a remarkable partnership between Zoom and the Pittsburgh community,” said Mark Anthony Thomas, President of the Pittsburgh Regional Alliance, the economic development affiliate of the Allegheny Conference on Community Development. “Being selected by Zoom as one of two U.S
  
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• Nearly 3 Million More Americans Apply For Unemployment, Total Reaches 36.5 Million In 2 Months

  14-05-2020 14:43
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Nearly 3 million laid-off workers applied for U.S. unemployment benefits last week as the viral outbreak led more companies to slash jobs even though most states have begun to let some businesses reopen under certain restrictions.
  Roughly 36 million people have now filed for jobless aid in the two months since the coronavirus first forced millions of businesses to close their doors and shrink their workforces, the Labor Department said Thursday.
  Still, the number of first
  
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• CVS To Open 9 New Drive-Thru Testing Sites In Pa., Two In Pittsburgh Area

  14-05-2020 14:21
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – CVS Health has announced they are opening nine coronavirus drive-thru testing sites in Pennsylvania on Friday, May 15.Two of these sites will be in the Pittsburgh area.One will be at the Duncan Avenue CVS Pharmacy and the other will be at the CVS Pharmacy along William Flynn Highway in Allison Park.“We are grateful for CVS’s partnership in combating COVID-19 by bringing more testing options to our communities and working to further understand the presence of
  
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• New Bill Proposes Increasing Fish For Free Days

  14-05-2020 13:42
  
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) – Those wanting to cast a line for the first time may get more opportunities in the future thanks to a new bill introduced in Harrisburg.The legislation aims to increase fish for free days to four.This would mean those wanting to go fishing without a license would have four days where no license would be required.As it currently stands, there are two fish for free days and they are usually held during Memorial Day Weekend and Fourth of July Weekend.
  
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• North Side Exxon Where Two Women Were Attacked Under New Management

  14-05-2020 13:10
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The gas station on the North Side where two women were attacked by employees last year has new management.RELATED STORIES:
  North Side Gas Station Owners, Employee Face Charges After Video Of ‘Disturbing’ Assault Goes Viral
  Demonstrators Calling For North Side Exxon To Be Shut Down After Viral Assault Video
  3 Suspects Charged In Viral North Side Gas Station Assault
  ‘My Clients Are Not Racists’: Attorney Says Confrontation Over Spilled Gas ‘G
  
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• COVID-19 pandemic spurs companies to donate and boost their brands

  14-05-2020 12:53 via post-gazette.com
  
  “Consumers often will make purchase decisions favoring those corporations with a better reputation.”
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Light Afternoon Rain & Warm Temperatures On Thursday

  14-05-2020 12:27
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Most of Thursday will be dry and comfortable but there will be a chance for some spot showers and isolated storms.WEATHER LINKS:Current Conditions | School Delays & Closings | Local Radar | Weather App | Photos
  Temperatures will be near 70 degrees with the morning temperatures being much warmer than they have been recently, nearing 50 degrees. However, some areas northeast of Pittsburgh will see morning temperatures 5-10 degrees cooler than that.Photo Credit: KDKA W
  
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• Expect more cleaning, temperature-taking, and some masks when child care centers reopen

  14-05-2020 12:11 via post-gazette.com
  
  When centers reopen, they have been told to follow guidance by the CDC.
  
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• How will life be different under Gov. Wolf’s yellow phase?

  14-05-2020 11:39 via post-gazette.com
  
  On Friday, it’ll be OK to gather for weddings or funerals of fewer than 25 people. And for many, it’ll be OK to go back to work.
   
  
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• Fire Destroys Home Under Renovation In New Castle

  14-05-2020 11:10
  
  NEW CASTLE (KDKA) – A late-night fire destroyed a home that was under renovation in New Castle.Around 11:00 p.m. the fire broke out at the home on Pennsylvania Avenue.The flames spread to a neighboring house which woke up the man living there. He was able to get out of his home safely.According to the neighbor, a couple had been renovating the home where the fire started and they were there earlier in the day.The cause of the fire is under investigation.
  
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• Seth Rogen’s ‘American Pickle’ Shot In Pittsburgh Now Has Release Date

  14-05-2020 10:40
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Seth Rogen’s new movie, “American Pickle” was shot here in Pittsburgh and now it has an official release date.The movie will premiere on HBO Max on August 6.It was originally supposed to debut in theaters prior to the coronavirus pandemic.“American Pickle” is the story about a guy who falls into a vat of pickles and is brined for 100 years and then emerges in present day.
  
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• Pennsylvania To Receive More Than $500 Million In Federal Funding For Schools

  14-05-2020 10:17
  
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) – The federal government is providing more than $500 million to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for school funding.The money will help schools that are encountering problems caused by the coronavirus pandemic.Public and charter schools throughout Pennsylvania can now apply to the Pennsylvania Department of Education to request funding.
  
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• Man Drives From New Jersey To North Carolina To Deliver N95 Masks To His Sister

  14-05-2020 09:56
  
  HIGH POINT, N.C. (CBS LOCAL) – The bond between siblings was on full display earlier this month when a brother drove from New Jersey to North Carolina to deliver N95 masks to his sister. Joshua Yajcaji and a friend traveled the 500+ miles from Brick, New Jersey to High Point, North Carolina on May 7th.
  Yajcaji’s sister, Alexis Schulman, is a registered nurse at a Cone Health facility in North Carolina that only treats COVID-19 patients. He delivered 350 N95 masks to Alexis and her co
  
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• Two Additional People At Kane Living Facility Die From Coronavirus, Taking Total To 18

  14-05-2020 09:34
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Two more people have died from coronavirus at the Kane Living Facility in Glen Hazel, taking the total to 18.
  The facility has seen 76 positive cases and eight of those cases are hospitalized.As for staff, 42 staff members have tested positive.More information on the Coronavirus pandemic:CDC Coronavirus Information
  CDC Global Map of Confirmed COVID-19 Cases
  Pennsylvania Department of Health Information
  Allegheny County Health Department Information
  
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