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• Pittsburgh Police Searching For Missing 25-Year-Old Man Tyrel Smithson

  18-07-2020 23:35
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Pittsburgh Police Special Victims Unit is asking for help in locating missing 25-year-old man Tyrel Smithson.Smithson hasn’t been since July 13 when he was seen in Fineview.He is being described as 5’8″, 175 pounds with black hair and brown eyes.Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is being asked to call police at (412)-323-7141.Stay With KDKA.com For More Details
  
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• Pittsburgh Police Safely Locate Missing 25-Year-Old Man Tyrel Smithson

  18-07-2020 23:35
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pittsburgh Police have located a missing 25-year-old man, Tyrel Smithson.
  Smithson hadn’t been since July 13 when he was seen in Fineview.Stay With KDKA.com For More Details
  
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• Watch: Lone Bagpiper Plays Tribute To Pittsburgh Firefighter Christopher Conway

  18-07-2020 23:10
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pittsburgh Firefighters paid tribute to Christopher Conway on Saturday morning.RELATED:
  Pittsburgh Firefighters Fondly Remember Christopher Conway, Who Everyone ‘Looked At For A Laugh’
  Pittsburgh Officials Mourning The Death Of City Firefighter
  Following the service, a lone bagpiper continued to play as they filed out.
  A lone bagpiper plays as firefighters begin to file out after giving Firefighter Chris Conway one last salute before departing. pic.twitter.c
  
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• U.S. Navy Veteran Biking From California To New York Stopping In Pittsburgh On Monday

  18-07-2020 22:45
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – He’s in the final stretch.Christian Crifasi, a US Navy veteran, is taking a charity bike ride across the country that began in on May 2 in San Diego, California.Since he started, he has biked more than 2,000 miles across eight states, and on Monday, July 19, he will make a stop here in Pittsburgh.Crifasi is raising money for CreatiVets, an organization that supports military veterans addressing their service-related trauma through art and music.He has set a goal o
  
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• Crescent Township Police Warn Residents Of Unknown Animal Killing Other Animals

  18-07-2020 22:06
  
  CRESCENT TOWNSHIP (KDKA) – The Crescent Township Police is asking residents to keep their pets close and within eyeshot after reports of some animal killing other animals and leaving the remains in yards.“We have received reports about some sort of animal that has been killing and leaving animal remains in yards,” the police said in a Facebook post. “We are putting out this notice because we know many of you have small animals such as cats and dogs and do not want anyone
  
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• Penguins’ Captain Sidney Crosby Leaves Scrimmage Early, Status Unknown

  18-07-2020 21:52
  
  CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP (KDKA) – Sidney Crosby may have scored in the Penguins intra-squad scrimmage this morning at the UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex but it’s what happened later on that got everyone talking.Midway through the second half of the scrimmage, the Penguins’ captain departed the scrimmage for the locker room.He did not return.Per Head Coach Mike Sullivan, the Penguins are not permitted to disclose injury or illness due to the NHL Return to Play Plan.
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• The Chicks, Formerly Known As The Dixie Chicks, Release New Album ‘Gaslighter’

  18-07-2020 21:23
  
  (CNN) — It’s their first album under the group’s new name.
  The Chicks, formerly the Dixie Chicks, dropped their highly anticipated new album, “Gaslighter” on Friday.
  It’s the first album in nearly 14 years from the country music group. It also comes at a major moment for the group who publicly announced their new name in the wake of America’s reckoning with racism.
  They said at the time that they wanted to “meet this moment,” in the country&r
  
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• West Virginia House Employee Tests Positive For Coronavirus

  18-07-2020 21:13
  
  CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — A West Virginia House of Delegates employee has tested positive for the coronavirus.
  The clerk’s office was closed until it can be completely sanitized, and anyone who came into contact with the office or its staff is encouraged to quarantine and be tested for COVID-19, House Speaker Roger Hanshaw said in a news release Thursday.
  The employee attended a Health and Human Resources Committee meeting on Monday in the House Chamber, the release said. Employees we
  
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• Ohio Gov. DeWine Vetoes Bill That Would Limit Legal Penalties For Defying Health Orders In Ohio

  18-07-2020 21:04
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine vetoed a bill Friday, as promised, that would have prohibited criminal penalties for violations of state or local health orders related to the coronavirus pandemic as the number of daily cases hit a new record of 1,679 cases.
  The legislation, which was sponsored by state Sen. Theresa Gavarone, a Bowling Green Republican, would instead have allowed fines of not more than $100 for violating a local order and not more than $150 for violating a state
  
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• Small Group Gathered At Boyce Park, Seeking To Raise Awareness About People Of Color In Plum Borough

  18-07-2020 20:30
  
  PLUM (KDKA) — A small group gathered in Boyce Park Friday afternoon, asking for a more inclusive and diverse community in Plum Borough.The event included a presentation and also remarks from community leaders. Organizers said it’s important to bring events like these into the suburbs as a way to promote equality and call attention to racism within neighborhoods.“Yeah I want people to realize there are issues that are occurring,” Jasmine Robinson said. “You can&rsquo
  
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• Obituary: E. Maxine Bruhns, ran Pitt's Nationality Rooms for 54 years

  18-07-2020 20:24 via post-gazette.com
  
  Born in West Virginia in 1924, Ms. Bruhns traveled to 83 countries, spoke several languages and retired earlier this year at 96.
  
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• Heat Advisory Issued For Multiple Counties In Western Pennsylvania On Sunday

  18-07-2020 19:56
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Lawrence, Washington and Westmoreland Counties.The advisory is set to take effect Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. the same day. NWS says heat-related illnesses could be caused by conditions, with temperatures expected to reach up to 100 degrees Fahrenheit.The NWS advises people to stay inside, stay hydrated and check up on friends and family. Outdoor ac
  
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• ‘A Civil Rights Icon’: John Lewis Remembered By Pittsburgh Officials

  18-07-2020 19:04
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — City officials, including County Executive Rich Fitzgerald and Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto, are paying tribute to Congressman John Lewis.
  It was announced that Lewis, 80, passed away late on Friday. Last year, Lewis announced to the public that he had been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer.
  “I am saddened to learn of the death of a true national hero, Congressman John Lewis,” Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald said. “As a Civil Rights i
  
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• Aldi’s To Require Customers Wear Face Coverings At All Stores

  18-07-2020 18:48
  
  BATAVIA, Il. (KDKA) — Aldi’s is requiring that customers wear face coverings at all stores effective July 27.The company made the announcement on Friday.“Our new face covering policy is an enhanced safety measure intended to help limit the spread of COVID-19,” the company said in a release. “All ALDI employees will continue to wear face coverings, as they have for months.”
  Any customer who does not want to wear a mask and still receive groceries from the compa
  
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• Pittsburgh Police Search For Missing 12-Year-Old La’Japonis Roberts

  18-07-2020 18:22
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh Police are asking the public’s help in finding missing 12-year-old La’Japonis Roberts.Roberts, of Wilkinsburg, was last seen Saturday morning in Homewood.(Photo Credit: Pittsburgh Police)
  She is described as being 5’4 tall, weighing 110 pounds and having black hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information should contact theSpecial Victims Unit at (412) 323-7141.
  
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• Pittsburgh Police Locate Missing 12-Year-Old La’Japonis Roberts

  18-07-2020 18:22
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh Police have found missing 12-year-old La’Japonis Roberts of Homewood.UPDATE: The missing juvenile has been located. Thanks to all for your shares and concern. pic.twitter.com/T8EUehTDZm
  — Pittsburgh Police (@PghPolice) July 18, 2020
  
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• Mayor Of Monessen Issues Emergency Proclamation Due To Increasing Coronavirus Cases

  18-07-2020 18:13
  
  MONESSEN (KDKA) — The Mayor of Monessen has reissued an emergency proclamation due to the Coronavirus.The previous proclamation spanned March 17 to June 5. The city of Monessen says it is seeing an increase in case numbers.Stay with KDKA as we follow this developing story.
  
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• Statewide Total Of Coronavirus Cases Tops 100,000 And Total Death Toll Surpasses 7,000 In Pa. Health Dept.’s Latest Report

  18-07-2020 17:57
  
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting 763 new cases of Coronavirus on Saturday, in addition to 15 more deaths.
  The statewide total number of cases has risen to 100,241 since Friday’s report.The number of tests administered within the last seven days, between July 11 and July 17 is 142,110 with 5,552 positive cases, health officials say. 19,399 test results were reported to the department by 10 p.m. on July 17.The Health Department says all 67 counties
  
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• Pennsylvania COVID-19 cases top 100,000; Allegheny County registers 135 new cases, one death

  18-07-2020 17:35 via post-gazette.com
  
  The latest numbers brings the total number of people known to be infected with COVID-19 in Allegheny County to 6,125 with 207 deaths.
  
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• Allegheny County COVID-19 cases rise by 135; one new death, no new hospitalizations

  18-07-2020 17:35 via post-gazette.com
  
  The latest numbers brings the total number of people known to be infected with COVID-19 in Allegheny County to 6,125 with 207 deaths.
  
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• ‘They Need Federal Help’: Gov. Wolf Supports RESTAURANTS Act, A Congressional Bill That Would Provide Economic Relief To Independently-Owned Restaurants Struggling Amid The Coronavirus Pandemic

  18-07-2020 17:32
  
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) — Governor Tom Wolf voiced his support for the RESTAURANTS Act of 2020, a bill that if made into law would provide billions in funds to independently-owned restaurants nationwide.The bill, Real Economic Support That Acknowledges Unique Restaurant Assistance Needed To Survive Act of 2020, was introduced to the House of Representatives on June 15. The funds would go towards the Restaurant Revitalization Fund, overseen by the Department of Treasury, and would allow for grant
  
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• Two firefighters hurt battling blaze at Sukup Steel Structures in Ambridge

  18-07-2020 17:12 via post-gazette.com
  
  The fire, reported at 4:50 a.m., led to a general alarm and drew 23 fire companies from Allegheny and Beaver counties.
  
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• Firefighters from Beaver, Allegheny counties battle fire at Sukup Steel Structures in Ambridge

  18-07-2020 17:12 via post-gazette.com
  
  A fire at the plant was reported at 4:50 a.m. and led to a general alarm which drew firefighters from multiple departments.
  
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• Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Reports 135 New Coronavirus Cases, Bringing Countywide Total To 6,125

  18-07-2020 17:05
  
  ALLEGHENY COUNTY (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is reporting 135 new Coronavirus cases Saturday, and one additional death, out of 1,661 test results.
  The county-wide total now stands at 6,125 since March 14. There are 5,933 confirmed cases and 192 probable cases.
  In the newest cases, health officials say patient ages range from 9 months to 99 years old with the median age being 45. Positive results are from tests that span July 3 through July 17.
  Officials report that 507
  
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• Queen Elizabeth II Knights 100-Year-Old World War II Veteran After He Raised Millions For NHS

  18-07-2020 15:48
  
  (CNN) — Queen Elizabeth II knighted 100-year-old World War II veteran Captain Tom Moore, who became a national celebrity by raising millions for the UK’s National Health Service (NHS), in an outdoor ceremony in Windsor Castle on Friday.
  Moore raised almost £33 million ($40 million) by walking laps of his backyard, and received a knighthood after a special nomination from Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
  The ceremony marked the Queen’s return to her public duties after the co
  
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• Obituary: Robert A. Full, pillar of emergency services in Pa., leaves legacy of compassion

  18-07-2020 15:23 via post-gazette.com
  
  Mr. Full, who grew up in Forest Hills and lived in Swisshelm Park, suffered an apparent heart attack at home.
  
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• ‘He Will Always Be Chief Full’: Former Allegheny County Emergency Services Chief Bob Full Passes Away At 65

  18-07-2020 15:14
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The former chief of Allegheny County Emergency Services has passed away, according to Allegheny County officials.Per Allegheny County officials, Bob Full’s family released this statement about his passing:“It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Full on July 17, 2020. He dedicated his entire life to public service, serving as a lifelong volunteer fireman and working in public safety for the City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, a
  
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• ‘He Will Always Be Chief Full’: Former Allegheny County Emergency Services Chief Bob Full Passes Away

  18-07-2020 15:14
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The former chief of Allegheny County Emergency Services has passed away, according to Allegheny County officials.Per Allegheny County officials, Bob Full’s family released this statement about his passing:“It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Full on July 17, 2020. He dedicated his entire life to public service, serving as a lifelong volunteer fireman and working in public safety for the City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, a
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Sunshine, Humidity Expected Throughout The Day

  18-07-2020 13:28
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Saturday will be another hot and humid day with highs in the low 90s.WEATHER LINKS:Current Conditions | School Delays & Closings | Local Radar | Weather App | Photos
  We will have plenty of sunshine all day.(Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center)
  A big concern is the Air Quality Alert some areas are under today. Code Orange means that air pollution particles could become unhealthy so outdoor time should be limited for children, people with asthma, heart/lung disease and
  
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• Hey Ray! Why Our Lawns Become So Dried Out In The Summer

  18-07-2020 13:00
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Weather-wise, one of the things the summer of 2020 will be known for is the heat and dry weather, leaving burnt lawns around the region.
  Brown lawns are almost everywhere, and could really use any drop of rain that the atmosphere can muster. There is an old weather saying “drought breeds drought.” What this means is that dry hot weather usually leads to more dry, hot weather. So, why is that the case?
  (Photo Credit: Ray Petelin)
  When you have hot, dry weathe
  
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• Allegheny, Beaver Fire Crews Battle Fire In Ambridge

  18-07-2020 12:37
  
  AMBRIDGE, Pa. (KDKA) — Fire crews from Beaver and Allegheny Counties are battling a fire this morning in Ambridge.The crews are at the 300 block of 14th Street in Ambridge. This is across the street from the Ambridge Fire Department.Stay with KDKA as we follow this developing story.
  
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• Allegheny, Beaver Fire Crews Battle Fire At Steel Manufacturing Company In Ambridge

  18-07-2020 12:37
  
  AMBRIDGE, Pa. (KDKA) — Fire crews from Beaver and Allegheny Counties battled a fire at a steel manufacturing company this morning in Ambridge.
  Fire crews from around Beaver and Allegheny County are battling a fire in the 300 block of 14th Street in Ambridge. @KDKA pic.twitter.com/0YMtQZrADR
  — Chris Hoffman (@NewsmanChris) July 18, 2020
  The crews were at the 300 block of 14th Street in Ambridge. This was across the street from the Ambridge Fire Department.Beaver County dispatch confir
  
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• University Of Pittsburgh Chancellor Uncertain Of When Students Will Return In Fall

  18-07-2020 05:32
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — In-person classes at the University of Pittsburgh may be in jeopardy.Today I wrote to the Pitt community about the challenges we face with cases rising across the county. I share many of your concerns. But I believe in our plans and know our community can rise to meet these challenges. Read my full message here: https://t.co/oW94w81tqq
  — Patrick Gallagher (@PittChancellor) July 17, 2020In a letter on Friday, Chancellor Patrick Gallagher said he is uncertain of whe
  
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• 26-Year-Old Ross Township Man Arrested On Child Sex Charges

  18-07-2020 05:28
  
  ROSS TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — A man from Ross Township was arrested on child sex charges.
  Pittsburgh police say 26-year-old Justin Sircely was arrested on Friday at a home in Marshall-Shadeland.(Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Authorities say he messaged a 14-year-old girl on Facebook, sexually abused her and provided her with drugs.
  They say this happened over the course of three years and Sircely threatened the girl so she would not tell her parents.
  
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• The Home Depot, Lowe’s Will Require Customers To Wear Masks

  18-07-2020 03:08
  
  (CNN/KDKA) — It’s about to get tough to buy lumber or a sump pump without wearing a mask.
  Rivals The Home Depot and Lowe’s both announced Friday that they will require customers to wear masks in their stores, joining other major retailers this week that have instituted similar requirements, including Walmart, Target, Kroger, CVS, Kohl’s and Best Buy.
  Lowe’s and The Home Depot have three stores apiece in the Pittsburgh area.The Home Depot has been the target of calls
  
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• Home Depot, Lowe’s Will Require Customers To Wear Masks

  18-07-2020 03:08
  
  (CNN/KDKA) — It’s about to get tough to buy lumber or a sump pump without wearing a mask.
  Rivals Home Depot and Lowe’s both announced Friday that they will require customers to wear masks in their stores, joining other major retailers this week that have instituted similar requirements, including Walmart, Target, Kroger, CVS, Kohl’s and Best Buy.
  Lowe’s and Home Depot have three stores apiece in the Pittsburgh area.Home Depot has been the target of calls for boycott
  
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• Duquesne Impacted By Atlantic 10 Conference Postponing Fall Sports Season

  18-07-2020 02:51
  
  (AP) — The Atlantic 10 Conference is postponing its fall sports season, which includes soccer, cross country, field hockey and women’s volleyball.Today, the Atlantic 10 announced the decision to postpone fall competition and championships to the spring.
  A message from Director of Athletics Dave Harper.STORY: https://t.co/UdqxCOE00i
  FAQ: https://t.co/IkZEDgMN6x pic.twitter.com/DV6AkFkUAg
  — Duquesne Athletics (@GoDuquesne) July 17, 2020The conference announced Friday it will try
  
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• Point Park University Will Allow Students To Choose Between Online And On-Campus Learning Options

  18-07-2020 02:40
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Point Park University will allow students to choose between online learning and on-campus classes in the fall.
  On Friday, Point Park announced its plans for the fall, when it will adopt a “highly flexible format.” The university says some classes will be “blended” with days in class and days online.
  Point Park said there will be some classes that can only have face-to-face instruction. Those classes, the university says, will require masks and so
  
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• Living Room Sports: Former Steelers Brett Keisel And James Farrior Reflect On Super Bowl Wins, Love For Pittsburgh

  18-07-2020 02:33
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – On this week’s episode of “Living Room Sports,” KDKA’s Bob Pompeani was joined by two-time Super Bowl champions Brett Keisel and James Farrior.Keisel was a defensive end who played 12 seasons in the NFL, all with the Steelers. Farrior was an inside linebacker who played 15 seasons in the league, the final 10 of which came in Pittsburgh.
  They reminisced about their playing days, their unique nicknames, as well as what they have been up to in retir
  
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• Pittsburgh Zoo Reveals Names Of 5 New Cheetah Cubs

  18-07-2020 01:50
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Pittsburgh zoo has revealed the names of its five new cheetah cubs.The zoo says Naya and her cubs, born back on Oct. 20, 2019, came from the Metro Richmond Zoo in Virginia and have been settling into their new life in Pittsburgh.The results are in and our new cheetah cubs have names! Thank you to everyone who voted – the category of African themed names won! The chosen names are Kendi (One Who is Loved), Bisa (Greatly Loved), Esha (Life Energy), Taj (Crown), a
  
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• BBB: About 25 Percent Of Online Scams Are Now Pet-Related

  18-07-2020 01:37
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Better Business Bureau has issued a warning for consumers to be aware of online pet scams.
  The BBB reports booming pet adoptions and sales of pet items during the pandemic. But the organization said when shoppers order those items online, some retailers are taking the money but not delivering.
  In the case of Jason Mihalick from Cranberry, it’s been seven months and there’s still no sign of his online order.
  “I thought it was going to be a nice purc
  
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• Congressman Conor Lamb And Challenger Sean Parnell Take Issue With Each Other Over Trump And Biden Energy Issues

  18-07-2020 01:27
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — It’s expected to be the hottest race in western Pennsylvania.
  Congressman Conor Lamb, a Democrat, is defending his congressional seat against one of President Donald Trump’s favorite candidates, Republican Sean Parnell.
  Lamb sees himself as a moderate Democrat and long-time supporter of former Vice President Joe Biden.
  “I think he really understands what it will take to build back the middle class and build back the industrial base, the jobs base, the
  
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• Bishop Of Greensburg Diocese Reflects On What He’s Accomplished Before Heading To Cleveland

  18-07-2020 01:20
  
  GREENSBURG, Pa. (KDKA) – For Bishop Edward C. Malesic, word that Rome chose him to leave the Diocese of Greensburg to become the 12th bishop of the Diocese of Cleveland was something he didn’t see coming.
  “Oh no, no completely off my radar. I’ve only been here for 5 years,” Malesic told KDKA.
  The leader of the Roman Catholic Faithful in Westmoreland, Fayette, Indiana and Armstrong counties said his time here, while relatively short, has been challenging.
  “I th
  
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• Pittsburgh Steelers Season-Ticket Holders Who Filed For Refunds Wait As Team Evaluates On Case-By-Case Basis

  18-07-2020 00:54
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Steelers are giving season-ticket holders the chance to have their money refunded for this season or put it toward next season’s tickets.
  The Steelers say they’re evaluating each refund application on a case-by-case basis.
  “The excitement of the Steelers, I like football,” Arleen Jama said from her North Braddock home.
  Jama has had Steelers season tickets for 40 years. While she still plans to cheer on the Steelers this season from home, she
  
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• Survey Shows Where In The US People Are Wearing Masks

  18-07-2020 00:22
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The New York Times has created a detailed map of who is wearing masks and it shows that mask use appears to be a regional thing.
  The NYT surveyed 250,000 people and found that most people in the northeast wear masks, but fewer people use them in the plain states and parts of the south.
  In the Pittsburgh metro area, mask use varied by region and neighborhood, with a chance anywhere between 60 to 90 percent you’d see five people wearing masks in five random encounte
  
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