• 6 Citizen Care Residents Test Positive For Coronavirus

    6 Citizen Care Residents Test Positive For Coronavirus
    MCKEES ROCKS, Pa. (KDKA) – Six people supported by Citizen Care in McKees Rocks have tested positive for coronavirus.The agency, which supports those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, says the six people live in three different integrated homes.Citizen Care says all six cases were asymptomatic and they were tested after being exposed to a worker employed by a third-party staffing agency who was diagnosed with the virus.
    All of those who have tested positive are quarantining
  • Floating Cinema ‘Equipped With Social Distancing Boats’ Coming To Pittsburgh

    Floating Cinema ‘Equipped With Social Distancing Boats’ Coming To Pittsburgh
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A floating cinema is coming to Pittsburgh soon.
    A floating cinema “equipped with social distancing boats” will be in Pittsburgh Sept. 16 for one week.
    There will be 12 to 24 “mini boats.” You have to purchase the whole boat, that way people will be seated with friends and family.The movies will be a mix of old and new, and will be announced when tickets go on sale. Information about tickets can be found here.A press release did not say where in P
  • Floating Cinema Coming To Pittsburgh In September

    Floating Cinema Coming To Pittsburgh In September
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A floating cinema is coming to Pittsburgh soon.
    A floating cinema “equipped with social distancing boats” will be in Pittsburgh Sept. 16 for one week.
    There will be 12 to 24 “mini boats.” You have to purchase the whole boat, that way people will be seated with friends and family.The movies will be a mix of old and new, and will be announced when tickets go on sale. There will also be free popcorn and other snacks and drinks.
  • Sewickley Bridge To Close Friday For Preservation Work

    Sewickley Bridge To Close Friday For Preservation Work
    SEWICKLEY, Pa. (KDKA) – The Sewickley Bridge is set to close for almost a month starting tomorrow.
    PennDOT will start preservation work on the bridge in Moon Township and Sewickley borough Friday morning, weather permitting.PennDOT says in an effort to minimize this project’s impact on traffic as well as take advantage of the lower traffic volume due to the pandemic, the work will be done in a 24 consecutive day around-the-clock closure start 7 a.m. and ending 6 a.m. Aug. 10.Work wil
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  • Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued For Part Of Region

    Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued For Part Of Region
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Gusty storms are moving through the region, prompting warnings and watches from the National Weather Service.(Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center)
    The NWS has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Butler, Allegheny, Westmoreland and Armstrong counties until 4:15 p.m. The NWS said wind gusts may reach 60 miles per hour and to expect damage to trees and power lines.
    Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Allison Park PA, New Kensington PA, Lower Burrell PA until 4:15 PM E
  • Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Hosting Drive-Up Food Distribution Events In July

    Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Hosting Drive-Up Food Distribution Events In July
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank is hosting several drive-up food distribution events this month.
    The first is on Saturday at McKeesport High School from 10 a.m. to noon., followed by one in Duquesne at the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank from noon to 2 p.m. The food bank says you must register for the Duquesne distribution here.
    There are also events in Butler County, Johnsontown and Greene County at the end of the month. Click here for more informatio
  • Former Pitt And Arizona Cardinals Star Larry Fitzgerald Joining Dick’s Sporting Goods Board Of Directors

    Former Pitt And Arizona Cardinals Star Larry Fitzgerald Joining Dick’s Sporting Goods Board Of Directors
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Former Pitt Panthers football star and Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald is joining the Dick’s Sporting Goods Board of Directors.
    Fitzgerald is very active in both the business and sports charity community.
    The Pittsburgh-based company says Fitzgerald joined their foundation’s Sports Matter Advisory Board in 2018. It supports youth sports.
    Dick’s Sporting Goods Chairman and CEO Ed Stack said in a news release, “Larry has been part
  • Boy Scouts Postpone National Jamboree In W. Va. Due To Coronavirus Uncertainty

    Boy Scouts Postpone National Jamboree In W. Va. Due To Coronavirus Uncertainty
    GLEN JEAN, W.Va. (AP) — The Boy Scouts of America have postponed next year’s National Jamboree due to concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.
    The organization shared its disappointment about cancelling the quadrennial event for 2021 on its website.
    The announcement says the pandemic’s persistence and unpredictability make it impossible for the Boy Scouts to comply with their “Be Prepared” motto.
    The Jamboree had been expected to run from July 21-30, 2021 at Summit
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  • Chartiers Valley School District residents welcomed to Scott township swimming pool

    Chartiers Valley School District residents welcomed to Scott township swimming pool
    The township has hired additional staff to work at the pool this year, including a COVID-19 team to clean and disinfect the pool area regularly.
  • Chartiers Valley School District residents welcomed to Scott swimming pool

    Chartiers Valley School District residents welcomed to Scott swimming pool
    The township has hired additional staff to work at the pool this year, including a COVID-19 team to clean and disinfect the pool area regularly.
  • Wolf Administration Releases Updated Guidance For Reopening Schools

    Wolf Administration Releases Updated Guidance For Reopening Schools
    HARRISBURG (KDKA) – The Wolf Administration has released updated guidance for reopening schools.“Our goal is to ensure a safe return to school for students, educators and staff by following best practices to mitigate the spread of the virus, including wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing,” Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine said in a press release.“In those instances when someone tests positive, public health staff from the department will immediate
  • ‘Here For The Community’: Café Learning To Adapt Amid New Coronavirus Restrictions

    ‘Here For The Community’: Café Learning To Adapt Amid New Coronavirus Restrictions
    INDUSTRY, Pa. (KDKA) — Restaurants in numerous counties across Pennsylvania are having to make adjustments, again, after Gov. Tom Wolf’s latest order.
    Industry Café owner Robert Meinert said, “25% may not be 50%, may not be 100%, but it’s something.”
    (Photo Credit: KDKA)
    Industry Café is one of the many restaurants across Beaver County that is having to make changes due to the new restrictions.
    Meinert opened the coffee and brunch place in Industry Bor
  • Allegheny County’s Stricter Safety Guidelines Could Change Following State’s New Order

    Allegheny County’s Stricter Safety Guidelines Could Change Following State’s New Order
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department says they are keeping more restrictive coronavirus safety guidelines in place while they review a new order from the governor’s office.
    Gov. Tom Wolf announced restrictions Wednesday on bars, restaurants and large gatherings.
    Those restrictions include shutting down nightclubs, closing bars unless they offer dine-in meals, and limiting those bars and restaurants to 25% capacity.
    However, the county announced stricter guidelin
  • Allegheny Co. Keeping Stricter Coronavirus Safety Guidelines In Place Until Review Of State’s Restrictions

    Allegheny Co. Keeping Stricter Coronavirus Safety Guidelines In Place Until Review Of State’s Restrictions
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department says they are keeping more restrictive coronavirus safety guidelines in place while they review a new order from the governor’s office.
    Gov. Tom Wolf announced restrictions Wednesday on bars, restaurants and large gatherings.
    Those restrictions include shutting down nightclubs, closing bars unless they offer dine-in meals, and limiting those bars and restaurants to 25% capacity.
    However, the county announced stricter guidelin
  • Giant Eagle Says Lawsuit Over Its Mask Policy Is ‘All Wrong,’

    Giant Eagle Says Lawsuit Over Its Mask Policy Is ‘All Wrong,’
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Giant Eagle has responded to a lawsuit over its mask policy.
    The company filed a response saying a lawsuit that names a plaintiff and nearly three dozen consolidated plaintiffs is “all wrong.”
    Attorney Tom Anderson told KDKA’s Meghan Schiller that he filed at least 30 complaints so far on behalf of people claiming to live with asthma, COPD, emphysema and PTSD and claim the mask policy is discriminatory.
    Giant Eagle’s response points to one plaint
  • Pittsburgh Weather: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued With Strong Afternoon Storms Possible

    Pittsburgh Weather: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued With Strong Afternoon Storms Possible
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Strong storms will be possible this afternoon as a mid-level shortwave moves through the area.At this point, the main concern comes in the way of destructive straight-line wind. While the chance is small, tornadoes also cannot be ruled out.WEATHER LINKS:Current Conditions | School Delays & Closings | Local Radar | Weather App | PhotosA severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of NY, OH, PA, WV until 9 PM EDT pic.twitter.com/MJSiScvLaM
    — NWS Pittsbur
  • State System chancellor says high-stakes decisions will be needed to foster growth at universities

    State System chancellor says high-stakes decisions will be needed to foster growth at universities
    Daniel Greenstein recommended that the system explore idea of integrating California and Clarion universities to focus on online education.
  • High-stakes decisions, including mergers, will be needed to grow State System, chancellor says

    High-stakes decisions, including mergers, will be needed to grow State System, chancellor says
    Daniel Greenstein recommended that the system explore idea of integrating California and Clarion universities to focus on online education.
  • PASSHE Board Discusses Plans For Students Returning To State-Run Universities In August

    PASSHE Board Discusses Plans For Students Returning To State-Run Universities In August
    HARRISBURG (KDKA) – In less than a month, students will return to the campuses of Pennsylvania’s state-run universities.
    The Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) board of governors met Thursday morning to discuss the plans for the 14 schools.
    “Despite the pandemic, nevertheless we continue to educate our students,” Sheleta Camarda-Webb, president of the State College and University Professional Association, told the board of governors Thursday mo
  • PASSHE Board Discuss Plans For Students Returning To State-Run Universities In August

    PASSHE Board Discuss Plans For Students Returning To State-Run Universities In August
    HARRISBURG (KDKA) – In less than a month, students will return to the campuses of Pennsylvania’s state-run universities.
    The Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) board of governors met Thursday morning to discuss the plans for the 14 schools.
    “Despite the pandemic, nevertheless we continue to educate our students,” Sheleta Camarda-Webb, president of the State College and University Professional Association, told the board of governors Thursday mo
  • Peters Library director retires with 40 years on books

    Peters Library director retires with 40 years on books
    Peters Township Public Library Director Myra R. Oleynik, will retire after serving as the library’s director for the past five years.
  • Target, CVS Join Stores Requiring Masks Nationwide

    Target, CVS Join Stores Requiring Masks Nationwide
    NEW YORK (AP/KDKA) — Target has joined a list of the nation’s largest retailers that will require customers to wear masks as cases of COVID-19 spike.
    The policy will go into effect Aug. 1. More than 80% of Target’s 1,800 stores already require customers to wear masks due to local and state regulations.
    Target said Thursday that it will hand out masks at entrances to those who need them.
    The nation’s largest retailer, Walmart, announced this week that masks would be mandat
  • West Mifflin Police Searching For Missing 79-Year-Old Harry Dumas

    West Mifflin Police Searching For Missing 79-Year-Old Harry Dumas
    WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. (KDKA) – West Mifflin police are looking for a missing 79-year-old man.
    Police say Harry Dumas was last seen on foot onBall Avenue at around 2:30 a.m. Thursday.Dumas was last seen wearing a navy blue plaid flannel shirt and blue sweatpants, police say. He usually wears a gold and silver watch on his left wrist, and he has white hair with a brown stripe.He’s described as 5-foot-11 and weighs around 205 pounds.Anyone with information is asked to call 412-461-3125.
  • 79-Year-Old Reported Missing Found

    79-Year-Old Reported Missing Found
    WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. (KDKA) – A missing 79-year-old has been found.West Mifflin police asked for help finding him Thursday.Now Allegheny County says the man has been found.
    UPDATED: Missing person has been located.https://t.co/7CxJHJsZQh
    — Allegheny County (@Allegheny_Co) July 16, 2020
  • Pa. Health Dept. Announces 781 New Coronavirus Cases, Statewide Total Climbs To 98,446

    Pa. Health Dept. Announces 781 New Coronavirus Cases, Statewide Total Climbs To 98,446
    HARRISBURG (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting 781 new cases of Coronavirus on Thursday, in addition to 16 more deaths.
    The statewide total number of cases has risen to 98,446 since Wednesday’s report.
    The number of tests administered within the last 7 days between July 9 and July 15 is 142,176 with 5,517 positive cases.
    The Health Department says all 67 counties in Pennsylvania have had cases of COVID-19. Current patients are either in isolation at home or be
  • Port Authority to buy six more electric buses

    Port Authority to buy six more electric buses
    Port Authority will pay $6.5 million for six electric buses to supplement the two the agency put in service on the 88-Penn route in March.
  • ‘I Want To Show The World The American Indians They Don’t Expect’: Stephen Graham Jones On Book ‘The Only Good Indians’

    ‘I Want To Show The World The American Indians They Don’t Expect’: Stephen Graham Jones On Book ‘The Only Good Indians’
    (CBS Local)– Author Stephen Graham Jones has been writing books for a long time and his new novel from Simon & Schuster called “The Only Good Indians” is getting a ton of buzz.
    The book blends horror and drama as readers follow four American Indian men as they deal with a disturbing event from their youth that puts them in a desperate struggle for their lives. The author enjoyed writing this book because it was a little bit different than what he’s written in the
  • Allegheny Co. Health Department Reports 140 Coronavirus Cases, Countywide Total Grows To 5,750

    Allegheny Co. Health Department Reports 140 Coronavirus Cases, Countywide Total Grows To 5,750
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is reporting 140 new Coronavirus cases Thursday, and one additional death.
    The county-wide total now stands at 5,750 since March 14. There are 5,558 confirmed cases and 192 probable cases.
    In the newest cases, health officials says patient ages range from 2 to 94 years old with the median age being 33. Positive results are from tests that span June 30 through July 14.Officials report that 490 patients have been or are presently hos
  • Hopewell Township Police Investigating Homicide

    Hopewell Township Police Investigating Homicide
    HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP (KDKA) – A man was found dead inside a home on West Main Street on Wednesday night in Hopewell Township.
    According to the Hopewell Township Police Department, just before 11:00 p.m., they responded to a call regarding a man unresponsive inside a home in the 2400 block of West Main Street.When they arrived it was determined the man was dead.Police are investigating the incident as a homicide and are being assisted by the Beaver County Detectives.They are asking anyone with
  • PTL Links: July 16, 2020

    PTL Links: July 16, 2020
    Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Wellness Coach Jackie Hale
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  • Sewickley Bridge begins 24-day closure on Friday

    Sewickley Bridge begins 24-day closure on Friday
    Swank Construction crews will replace the deck and do other bridge rehab work that will continue on weekdays through November. 
  • Coffee shops hold strong with takeout, masks, outdoor tables

    Coffee shops hold strong with takeout, masks, outdoor tables
    The relaxed, sit-down culture coffee shops thrive on shifted to safer, to-go options.
  • Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Explores Integrating Universities

    Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Explores Integrating Universities
    HARRISBURG (KDKA) – The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education is exploring ways it could integrate several of its universities in order to keep up with its mission, which is providing students affordable and quality higher education.
    Some of those universities — Cal U, Clarion, Edinboro and Slippery Rock — are in our area.
    PASSHE says it’s currently reviewing the financial situation of these schools. It began the process in February before the pandemic hit, but ha
  • Coronavirus Pandemic Causing Shortages In Everything From Cash To Manufacturing Supplies

    Coronavirus Pandemic Causing Shortages In Everything From Cash To Manufacturing Supplies
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Have you noticed a trend at stores lately that they’re only accepting credit or debit card payments?It’s a growing trend brought on by a nationwide coin shortage.One local company is reaching out to its customers for help – Sheetz.Originated in Altoona, Pa., the company now has 600 stores across several states but has not yet gotten to the point where it cannot make change for customers…but they’re close.Nick Ruffner says Sheetz has come u
  • Pittsburgh Weather: Strong Afternoon Storms Possible On Thursday

    Pittsburgh Weather: Strong Afternoon Storms Possible On Thursday
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Strong storms will be possible this afternoon as a mid-level shortwave moves through the area.At this point, the main concern comes in the way of destructive straight-line wind. While the chance is small, tornadoes also cannot be ruled out.WEATHER LINKS:Current Conditions | School Delays & Closings | Local Radar | Weather App | Photos
    Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center
    The window for storms is between 1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. This is the time when severe weather is most l
  • Greensburg Bishop Malesic appointed new bishop of Cleveland Diocese

    Greensburg Bishop Malesic appointed new bishop of Cleveland Diocese
    Bishop, often credited for pastoral approach, completing a five-year tenure here marked by responses to grand jury, opioid crisis
  • Greensburg Bishop Edward Malesic Appointed Bishop Of The Diocese Of Cleveland

    Greensburg Bishop Edward Malesic Appointed Bishop Of The Diocese Of Cleveland
    GREENSBURG, Pa. (KDKA) – On Wednesday morning, Pope Francis appointed Greensburg Bishop Edward C. Malesic the 12th bishop of the Diocese of Cleveland.The announcement was made at 6:00 a.m. local time, 12:00 p.m. Vatican time.Bishop Malesic takes over as bishop from Bishop Nelson Perez who was named Archbishop of Philadelphia in 2020.He will be installed as the bishop of the Diocese of Cleveland officially during mass at St. John the Evangelist in downtown Cleveland on Monday, September 14.
  • State And County Officials Say Lag In Coronavirus Test Results Is Due To Increased Demand

    State And County Officials Say Lag In Coronavirus Test Results Is Due To Increased Demand
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Allegheny County and state health leaders say a lag in test results is due to increased testing.It’s not just an issue in Pennsylvania but an issue across the United States.This morning, Quest Laboratories says its turnaround time for test results is now about one week.The company said in a release that it has the capacity to perform up to 125,000 diagnostic tests a day, which is nearly double the amount from eight weeks ago.Quest says despite the dramatic increas
  • Man In Custody After Supreme Court Police Vehicle Set On Fire

    Man In Custody After Supreme Court Police Vehicle Set On Fire
    (CNN) — An unidentified man was taken into custody Wednesday by the Supreme Court Police after an unmarked court police vehicle was set ablaze, according to the Supreme Court Public Information Office.
    The man poured on an accelerant and set fire to the car, which was parked just outside the court building, the office said. He was then taken by ambulance for treatment of his injuries.
    “An individual poured an accelerant on and set on fire an unmarked Supreme Court police vehicle park
  • City Of Pittsburgh Seeking Applicants To Serve As Commissioners On LGBTQIA+ Commission

    City Of Pittsburgh Seeking Applicants To Serve As Commissioners On LGBTQIA+ Commission
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pittsburgh’s newly formed LGBTQIA+ Commission is looking for applications to serve as commissioners.This new commission was approved by City Council and was signed by Mayor Bill Peduto last week.Those interested in applying are required to live or work within the City of Pittsburgh. The city is looking for people that can advise on the LGBTQIA+ experience in the workforce, employment opportunities, education, health and ADA issues, homelessness, and housing barrie
  • Pittsburgh Police Searching For Suspect In Shooting Outside Of Allegheny Dwellings

    Pittsburgh Police Searching For Suspect In Shooting Outside Of Allegheny Dwellings
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pittsburgh Police are looking for a man they say shot a person outside of the Allegheny Dwellings last week.
    According to the police, they are looking for Raequon Williamson.They say he and the victim got into an argument earlier in the day and then Williamson shot the person in the arm.The victim was not killed and is recovering from the injuries.
  • Family Of Chiropractor Found Dead Asking For Public To Help Find Killer

    Family Of Chiropractor Found Dead Asking For Public To Help Find Killer
    NORTH HUNTINGDON, Pa. (KDKA) – Eight months ago David Bailey, a chiropractor, was found dead in his office in North Huntingdon.
    RELATED: Police: Westmoreland Co. Chiropractor Found Murdered In His Own Office
    Now, the family is calling on the public to help find his killer.The 54-year-old Bailey was found dead inside Bailey Chiropractic, which he owned, on Parkway Drive in December.Police ruled the death “suspicious” and say he was a homicide victim.In May, the family put up bil
  • Seneca Valley School District Planning To Bring Students Back 5 Days A Week

    Seneca Valley School District Planning To Bring Students Back 5 Days A Week
    HARMONY, Pa. (KDKA) – Seneca Valley School District is planning to have students back in class five days a week.The district surveyed parents and 79% of them said they plan to have their kids back in school.Other parents will be able to choose online learning or a hybrid model of online and in-person schooling.The district plans to send parents the full plan next week and parents will be able to select the model they feel best suits theirchild.
  • Employee Of Creighton Sheetz Tests Positive For Coronavirus

    Employee Of Creighton Sheetz Tests Positive For Coronavirus
    CREIGHTON, Pa. (KDKA) – A Sheetz employee who was working as late as Wednesday morning has tested positive for coronavirus.The Sheetz located off of Freeport Road in Creighton is now closed due to the employee’s positive test.The store will now undergo a deep cleaning.Sheetz says workers will continue to be fully paid during the closure.
  • Republicans Aim At Pennsylvania’s Democratic Majority On State Supreme Court

    Republicans Aim At Pennsylvania’s Democratic Majority On State Supreme Court
    HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Out of power in two of three branches of government in Pennsylvania, Republicans who control the state Legislature completed the first step Wednesday to amend the state constitution and potentially undo a Democratic majority on the state’s highest court.
    The state Senate voted 26-24 to move the proposed amendment to the next step. The House approved it in December. Every Democrat opposed it in both chambers, with a few moderate Republicans joining them.
    Sen. Vi
  • Pennsylvania Bar And Restaurant Owners Left With More Questions Following New Round Of Restrictions From Gov. Tom Wolf

    Pennsylvania Bar And Restaurant Owners Left With More Questions Following New Round Of Restrictions From Gov. Tom Wolf
    BUTLER COUNTY, Pa. (KDKA) — Business owners say the new statewide restrictions on bars and restaurants and larger indoor gatherings are another blow to an already struggling industry.
    On Wednesday, Gov. Tom Wolf imposed the new restrictions as the state reported nearly 1,000 new coronavirus infections, continuing a recent resurgence of the virus.
    READ: Gov. Tom Wolf’s Order And Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine’s Order
    Just as things were getting back to semi-normal —
  • Pittsburgh-Area Fire Departments ‘Struggle’ To Adjust To No Fundraising Events

    Pittsburgh-Area Fire Departments ‘Struggle’ To Adjust To No Fundraising Events
    ALLEGHENY COUNTY, Pa. (KDAK) — As the coronavirus pandemic continues to force groups to cancel or postpone events, fire departments are losing a key source of income through fundraisers.
    The Cherry City Volunteer Fire Company holds several fundraisers each year, including a golf outing, street fair and weekly bingo.Each event has been canceled or postponed this year, and the VFC has taken a major hit.“It’s been a struggle,” said Assistant Fire Chief Aaron Skalos. “W
  • 67-Year-Old Man In Jefferson Hills Dies After Farming Accident

    67-Year-Old Man In Jefferson Hills Dies After Farming Accident
    JEFFERSON HILLS, Pa. (KDKA) — A 67-year-old man in Jefferson Hills died after a tractor accident.On Wednesday, Jefferson Hills police say they responded to a report of a tractor overturned on a man. Officers found a large farm tractor overturned over a steep hillside, with the dead man pinned beneath it.Investigators say the driver, identified as George Walter, was cutting grass on a steep hillside when the tractor began sliding sideways and flipped on top of him. Walter’s family mem
  • Pennsylvania House, Senate Complete 1st Step To Strip Future Governors Of Some Authority Under Emergency Declarations

    Pennsylvania House, Senate Complete 1st Step To Strip Future Governors Of Some Authority Under Emergency Declarations
    HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The Republican-controlled Legislature on Wednesday completed the first step in lawmakers’ drive to amend Pennsylvania’s constitution and strip future governors of some of their authority under emergency declarations.
    The Senate approved it, 33-17, a day after the House.
    The measure arises from Republican lawmakers’ strident disagreement with how Gov. Tom Wolf, a Democrat, has handled the coronavirus pandemic in Pennsylvania.
    It is packaged with a pr
  • Mom Says Son With Autism Was Denied Entry To Hersheypark Because He Can’t Wear Mask

    Mom Says Son With Autism Was Denied Entry To Hersheypark Because He Can’t Wear Mask
    HERSHEY, Pa. (KDKA) — A Pennsylvania mother says her son was not allowed at Hersheypark because he can’t wear a mask.She says his asthma and autism prevent him from covering his face or putting anything on his head. Hersheypark is standing by its decision to deny him entry and says it is looking out for the health and safety of everyone.
    “Denied us entry into the park because my disabled child, which if you can’t tell this should give it away, can’t a mask,” s

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