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• Man On Allegheny County Sheriff’s ‘Most Wanted’ List Arrested In McKeesport

  27-08-2020 23:24
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) — A man on the Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office “Most Wanted” list was arrested in McKeesport.
  The sheriff’s office says 29-year-old Michael Lyons was arrested Thursday after being wanted on two arrest warrants for simple assault and a bench warrant for violation of probation/parole for a guilty plea of conspiracy to commit third-degree murder and carrying a firearm without a license. He has been wanted since Dec. 13, 2
  
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• Petition demands information about air pollution at U.S. Steel's Edgar Thomson Works

  27-08-2020 22:44 via post-gazette.com
  
  The Allegheny County Health Department is being asked to detail its plans to reduce harmful pollution from the Braddock mill.
  
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• New York Giants, Who Play Pittsburgh Steelers During Opener, Haven’t Ruled Out Game Boycott

  27-08-2020 22:16
  
  FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP/KDKA) — Empty practice fields made for loud and powerful statements at facilities across the NFL.
  The Arizona Cardinals, Chicago Bears, Denver Broncos, Green Bay Packers, Indianapolis Colts, New York Jets, Tennessee Titans and Washington Football Team all chose to not practice Thursday in response to the shooting of Jacob Blake, a Black man, in Wisconsin.
  “Instead, the team will use the day to discuss and work toward making a lasting social impact and inspiring
  
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• YMCA Turkey Trot Goes Virtual, Registration Opens On Sept. 1

  27-08-2020 22:15
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — It’s not the typical trot we’re used to on Thanksgiving Day, but the show will go on.
  The annual YMCA Turkey Trot is right around the corner and registration for the now virtual race opens in just five days.
  Runners across the country can sign up for the race starting on Sept. 1. Race options include one-mile, five-miles or a 5K.
  The event will happen virtually on Thanksgiving Day.
  President and CEO of YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh Kevin Bolding said in a news
  
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• Pittsburgh Steelers Will Not Have Fans At Heinz Field For At Least First 2 Games

  27-08-2020 22:13
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pittsburgh Steelers announced that there will be no fans at Heinz Field for the first two games of the 2020 season.The Steelers’ first two home games are against the Broncos on Sept. 20 and the Texans on Sept. 27.Steelers will not have fans at Heinz Field for at least the first two games this season.
  — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 27, 2020Stay with KDKA for more on this developing story.
  
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• Ecstasy Pills Disguised As Candy, Assortment Of Other Drugs Confiscated During Traffic Stop

  27-08-2020 21:28
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Allegheny County sheriff’s deputies confiscated an assortment of drugs, including Ecstasy pills in the form of colorful candy, during a traffic stop in Sheradan.
  According to the Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office, deputies pulled the vehicle over last Friday night and found “alleged marijuana in plain sight” when they walked up to the car.
   
  After searching the vehicle, sheriff’s deputies also say they found othe
  
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• 8 Pitt Students Restricted From Campus And University Facilities For Not Following Coronavirus Guidelines

  27-08-2020 21:24
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Eight Pitt students are currently restricted from campus and university facilities for not following coronavirus guidelines.A spokesman says eight students are on interim persona non grata status, which isn’t a suspension. The students can still take classes online.
  When asked if the students need to move or find alternative off-campus housing if they currently live on campus, a university spokesman said he can’t discuss details of open conduct cases.
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• Add This Secret Ingredient To Make The Best Stuffed Peppers You’ve Ever Had (That’s Already In Your Kitchen)

  27-08-2020 21:12
  
  Stuffed peppers can take many forms, but there’s one simple secret ingredient that will make any version the absolute most delicious you’ll ever eat. So what’s the secret to the best stuffed peppers ever?
  It’s salt. I know, SHOCKING revelation, right?
  But hear me out! The thing about most stuffed bell pepper recipes is 3that they call for salt in the filling, not for the peppers themselves. Without salt, the peppers are flabby and bland, mere
  
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• 51 Easy Kitchen Hacks That Will Change Your Life

  27-08-2020 21:07
  
  You thought you had it all figured out. You’ve cooked a few roasts and baked a few loaves in your time, so you know your way around a Dutch oven and a Silpat (if you have to ask, then you definitely need this list). Perhaps you’ve even made dalgona coffee, or tried the 3-ingredient creme brulee hack and felt pretty proud of yourself (you should!). But you think you know everything? Well, we have some game-changing kitchen and foo
  
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• Dementia may prevent trial for 1973 Virginia Beach slayings of Pittsburgh women

  27-08-2020 21:06 via post-gazette.com
  
  A man who police say killed two women in Virginia Beach nearly half a century ago may never stand trial for the slayings.
  
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• Federal Law Enforcement Officials Arrest 24-Year-Old Wanted In Mt. Washington Homicide

  27-08-2020 21:02
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A man wanted for a deadly shooting in Mt. Washington has been arrested.
  Federal law enforcement officials in Florida arrested 24-year-old Damian Schott for allegedly killing another man on June 11.(Photo Credit: Pittsburgh Police/Twitter)
  The victim was found on Bailey Street on June 11 with multiple gunshot wounds to the chest. Medics transported him to a nearby hospital in critical condition.
  The man, identified as Edgard Fumbula, was pronounced
  
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• Local Contractor And His Wife Accused Of Fraudulently Receiving More Than $1M

  27-08-2020 20:42
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH, Pa. (KDKA) – A local contractor and his wife are facing charges, accused of getting more than $1 million through fraud.Daniel Bull and his wife Nicole, both from Washington, surrendered to detectives from the Allegheny County DA’s office Wednesday on multiple charges.
  They allegedly fraudulently received just over $1 million through Daniel’s work as a general contractor.Daniel is facing almost a dozen charges, including deceptive or fraudulent
  
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• Nature’s Menu Recalls Dog Food Over Salmonella Concerns For Both Humans, Animals

  27-08-2020 20:32
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Nature’s Menu is recalling some of its Super Premium Dog Food products because they may be contaminated with salmonella.
  A sample in Georgia tested positive.
  The recall affects three and 13.5 pound bags of the Real Chicken and Quail food.
  (Image Courtesy: FDA.gov)
  The recalled products were sold nationwide with these UPC codes: UPC 7015514363 and UPC 7015514365.
  These are the lot codes:
  Products in three-pound bags:TE1 20/April /2020, TE1 21
  
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• Multi-Vehicle Crash On Turnpike Backs Up Traffic For Miles In Monroeville

  27-08-2020 20:26
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  MONROEVILLE, Pa. (KDKA) – A multi-vehicle crash is backing up traffic for miles in Monroeville.The crash is on the turnpike, near mile mark 58.3 eastbound. The crash involves a flatbed tractor trailer that’s jacknifed.
  Monroeville:Multi-vehicle crash w/injury – Turnpike mile marker post 58.3 eastbound; Crash involved aflatbed tractor trailer which is jackknifed. Left lane open but there is currently a 3 mile backup. Team is enroute for the clean up of die
  
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• Milk Distribution In Ambridge To Help More Than 500 Families In Need

  27-08-2020 19:50
  
  AMBRIDGE, Pa. (KDKA) — Months into the coronavirus pandemic and many are still struggling to put food on the table for their loved ones.Milk, something that seems so simple and easily accessible, is becoming a product some families just can’t afford. We’re seeing many go to distribution sites for the first time.
  “COVID has hit people that never ever thought they would be in a position that needed help,” said Cindy Deschaine, the director of Outreach for Beaver Valle
  
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• Milk Distribution In Ambridge Helping More Than 500 Families In Need

  27-08-2020 19:50
  
  AMBRIDGE, Pa. (KDKA) — Months into the coronavirus pandemic and many are still struggling to put food on the table for their loved ones.Milk, something that seems so simple and easily accessible, is becoming a product some families just can’t afford. We’re seeing many go to distribution sites for the first time.
  “COVID has hit people that never ever thought they would be in a position that needed help,” said Cindy Deschaine, the director of Outreach for Beaver Valle
  
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• Gov. Wolf Urges Legislature To Pass Election Reform Proposals

  27-08-2020 19:28
  
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) – Gov. Tom Wolf is urging the legislature to quickly pass his plan he says will make elections safer and more secure.
  He says 1.5 million people have signed up to vote by mail, along with 200,000 people already signed up for absentee ballots.
  “I think we were successful in our primary election,” Gov. Wolf said Thursday afternoon. “It showed that we were right to have confidence in our voting system, but I think there are some changes that still need to b
  
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• COVID-19 cases double in 2 days at Bloomsburg U., prompting classes to move online

  27-08-2020 19:17 via post-gazette.com
  
  The state-owned university is reporting that 89 students and one employee are infected.
  
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• Cases of COVID-19 at Bloomsburg University double in two days

  27-08-2020 19:17 via post-gazette.com
  
  The state-owned university is reporting that 89 students and one employee are infected.
  
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• Remnants Of Hurricane Laura To Soak Western Pennsylvania

  27-08-2020 19:16
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Hurricane Laura is now a tropical storm, and the remnants will move into the Pittsburgh area this weekend.
  Laura is still packing a punch, with winds of 70 m.p.h., and heavy rains.
  The remnants will move into Western Pennsylvania late Friday night, and into Saturday.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Around an inch of rain is expected, with possible severe thunderstorms and damaging winds. Some flash flooding could also happen with the storm.
  WEATHER LINKS:Current Conditions | Schoo
  
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• Advocates Rally For Pennsylvania Board Of Pardons To Commute 22 Inmates

  27-08-2020 18:43
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A group rallied outside of the City-County Building Thursday morning. Their message: yes to commutation.
  This group of advocates wants Pennsylvania’s Board of Pardons to vote yes to the 22 inmates who will go before the board next week.
  “These people have worked really hard,” said Etta Cetera, one of the Let’s Get Free rally organizers. “They deserve second chances, including our co-founder Avis Lee, who has been in prison over 40 years.&rd
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Strong To Severe Storms Could Bring Isolated Tornado Threat To Region

  27-08-2020 18:33
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Scattered showers and strong to severe storms are possible today, later in the afternoon and evening.
  Damaging winds of more than 60 mph, hail and even an isolated tornado can’t be ruled out.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
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  Highs today will be in the upper-80s and it’ll be noticeably humid.
  WEATHER LINKS:Current Conditions | School Delays & Closings | Local Radar | Weather App | Photos
  Laura is now a Category 1 hurricane, but there’s stil
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Severe Storms Could Bring Isolated Tornado Threat, Then Laura’s Remnants Move In

  27-08-2020 18:33
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Scattered showers and strong to severe storms are possible today, later in the afternoon and evening.
  Damaging winds of more than 60 mph, hail and even an isolated tornado can’t be ruled out.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Highs today will be in the upper-80s and it’ll be noticeably humid.
  WEATHER LINKS:Current Conditions | School Delays & Closings | Local Radar | Weather App | Photos
  Laura is now a Category 1 hurricane, but there’s stil
  
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• Pa. Health Dept. Reports 620 New Coronavirus Cases And 11 Additional Deaths

  27-08-2020 17:57
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting 620 new cases of Coronavirus on Thursday and 11 additional death.
  The statewide total number of cases has risen to 131,156 since Wednesday’s report, according to the state’s data.
  The Health Department says all 67 counties in Pennsylvania have had cases of COVID-19. Current patients are either in isolation at home or being treated at the hospital.
  The number of tests administered withi
  
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• Arielle Vandenberg On ‘Love Island’ Season 2: ‘So Exciting, It’s Bringing So Much Energy’

  27-08-2020 17:30
  
  Love Island returned for season two earlier this week and we are already off to a wild start in Viva Las Vegas. Due to the global pandemic, Islanders isolated for two weeks before entering the villa and are now situated on the roof top of the Drai’s Nightclub where they will compete for love, money and glory…or at least love and money.
  Returning to her hosting duties for season two is Arielle Vandenberg who caught up with CBS’ Matt Weiss to discuss Love Island‘s new loca
  
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• Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Reports 61 New Coronavirus Cases, Bringing Countywide Total To 10,065

  27-08-2020 17:07
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is reporting 61 new Coronavirus cases out of 1,084 test results, and one additional death.
  Of the 61 new cases, 59 are confirmed and two are probable.
  New cases range in age from 16 to 91 years with a median age of 59 years, according to the Health Department. The date of positive tests ranged from June 22 through Au. 26. With the exception of the one outlier, all results were from specimens taken since Aug.
  
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• SEE IT: James Bay Shines On ‘The Late Late Show With James Corden’ From Inside The London Eye

  27-08-2020 16:33
  
  (CBSLOCAL)- Fans of The Late Late Show With James Corden were treated to a special performance earlier this week when three-time GRAMMY nominee James Bay performed inside the London Eye. Bay sang his new song “Chew On My Heart” which was released in July of this year.
  This special showcase also made history as Bay was the first artist filmed performing inside the Eye since the world-renowned landmark’s reopening. Check out the video above to see the full performance and tu
  
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• PTL Links: August 27, 2020

  27-08-2020 16:32
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Ready. Set. Learn.
  Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership
  Encore Drive-In Nights features Metallic
  “Bill & Ted Face The Music”
  Yinzer Scared
  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
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• Teen Shot Twice Overnight In Butler City, Police Seek Suspect

  27-08-2020 16:17
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BUTLER CITY, Pa. (KDKA) — Police in Butler County are investigating after a young man was shot twice overnight.
  The shooting happened just before 12:30 a.m. along West Cunningham Street in Butler City.
  Officers say they found the victim, 18-year-old Dalton Anthony of Butler, suffering from two gunshot wounds to the leg.
  He was flown by medical helicopter to Allegheny General Hospital where he is listed in stable condition.
  Butler City Police say while the investigati
  
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• Study says working from home during pandemic saved U.S. drivers $90.9 billion

  27-08-2020 15:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Upwork, a California firm that supplies freelance professionals to companies, says Americans save time and money by working from home.
  
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• Greensburg Diocese Priest Facing Sexual Abuse Charges

  27-08-2020 14:17
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  FAIRCHANCE, Pa. (KDKA) – A priest in the Greensburg Diocese is facing sexual abuse charges.The alleged victim is a former altar boy and police say the victim told them Father Andrew Kawecki forced him to have sex when he was 11.According to the victim, the assaults allegedly continued for three years in the backroom of Saint Cyril and Methodius Church in Fairchance.Kawecki has served in 15 parishes in the Greensburg Diocese since being ordained in 1980.
  
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• City Of Butler Police Car Crashes Into Storefront

  27-08-2020 13:36
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BUTLER (KDKA) – A City of Butler Police car came to a crashing stop, slamming into the front of a store.The SUV crashed into the front window and went straight through Butler-Penne along Main Street.According to witnesses, the officer had to swerve to avoid another car prior to the impact.“Next thing you know, everybody in the shop heard a pop, we went outside and we saw all the damage and ran up the street,” said Brandon Ragland. “That’s when
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Strong Storms With Straight Line Wind Possible

  27-08-2020 13:18
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Yesterday’s brief cooldown is now over with hot and humid weather back in place.The high on Wednesday hit just 86 degrees and today’s high will be back in the 90s. That hot air mass in place today and on Friday easily supports temperatures in the 90s.
  WEATHER LINKS:Current Conditions | School Delays & Closings | Local Radar | Weather App | Photos
  Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center
  With the return of heat and humidity, the chance for severe weather goes up
  
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• Rapid COVID-19 Test Gets Emergency-Use Authorization From FDA

  27-08-2020 12:56
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  WASHINGTON (KDKA) – The Food & Drug Administration has granted a rapid COVID-19 test emergency-use authorization.The test is an antigen “card” test, made by Abbott, and it can detect the virus in 15 minutes.Studies have shown the test can correctly identify positive cases 97% of the time and has an accurate-negative reading 98% of the time.According to Abbott, the test is the size of a credit card and will cost only $5.
  
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• 2020 Census Takers Preparing To Make Home Visits

  27-08-2020 12:34
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Opportunist.
  That’s what scam artists specialize in.
  Whatever is hot or topical will be subject to somebody’s scam, So it should be no surprise that the 2020 U.S. Census is ripe with scammers.
  From bogus emails to phone calls, and knocks at the door, the scam artist is trying to pass themselves off as Census workers and get information and money from the unsuspecting.
  Michael Cook Sr. from the Census Bureau Headquarters says this is prime time for the scams
  
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• Woodland Hills School District Providing All Students With Grab And Go Meals

  27-08-2020 11:58
  
  NORTH BRADDOCK (KDKA) – Whether students are learning remotely, in a hybrid model, or back in the classroom this year, they all still have to eat.For many, school lunches will be a lot different this school year.Woodland Hills School District is making sure all students will be able to get breakfast and lunch regardless of where they live or learn.
  This week marks the first week back to school for Woodland Hills students and for now the district is doing remote learning.All students, howev
  
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• Indiana University Of Pennsylvania Reports Positive Coronavirus Case On Campus

  27-08-2020 11:02
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  INDIANA, Pa. (KDKA) – Indiana University of Pennsylvania is reporting a positive COVID-19 case on campus.It was found in a student that lives on-campus in university housing.IUP says it notified students that the state health department is conducting contact tracing and will notify anyone who has been in contact with the student.
  
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• Three People Shot, One Dead In Overnight Shootings In Pittsburgh

  27-08-2020 10:49
  
  WILKINSBURG (KDKA) – Two overnight shootings in Wilkinsburg and Homewood left two people hospitalized and one dead.Around 11:30 on Wednesday night, Pittsburgh Police arrived near the intersection of Frankstown Avenue and Collier Street for reports of gunfire.That’s where officers found two shooting victims, one man and one woman, then immediately began to render aid.Once medics arrived on the scene, they took both of the victims to a local hospital.The woman suffered multiple gunshot
  
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• Youth Hockey Parents, Players, And Coaches Hold ‘Let Them Play’ Rally In Delmont

  27-08-2020 10:22
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  DELMONT, Pa. (KDKA) – Non-school affiliated sports organizations are looking for ways to make sure kids can play.A rally on Wednesday night at Center Ice Arena in Delmont was focused on local youth hockey.The organizers met with Republican state lawmakers Kim Ward and Eric Nelson to discuss Governor Wolf’s recommendation to postpone sports and restrict crowd sizes.“He’s saying 25 people, does that mean 25 people in 3,000 square feet, 30,000 square f
  
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• Youth Hockey Parents, Player, And Coaches Hold ‘Let Them Play’ Rally In Delmont

  27-08-2020 10:22
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  DELMONT, Pa. (KDKA) – Non-school affiliated sports organizations are looking for ways to make sure kids can play.A rally on Wednesday night at Center Ice Arena in Delmont was focused on local youth hockey.The organizers met with Republican state lawmakers Kim Ward and Eric Nelson to discuss Governor Wolf’s recommendation to postpone sports and restrict crowd sizes.“He’s saying 25 people, does that mean 25 people in 3,000 square feet, 30,000 square f
  
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• Several WVU Students Facing Probation For Health And Safety Violations

  27-08-2020 10:02
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  MORGANTOWN (KDKA) – More than a dozen students are on probation for violating health and safety protocols on or near West Virginia University’s campus.Earlier this month, six students were facing sanctions for hosting parties near campus.15 other students are facing probation for the same violations.Meanwhile, one of those students is scheduled for a conduct hearing for repeated violations.
  
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• Car Hits Gas Line In Beaver, Veterans Memorial Bridge Briefly Blocked

  27-08-2020 09:40
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BEAVER COUNTY (KDKA) – A car hit a gas line along Route 65, causing emergency crews to briefly block the Veterans Memorial Bridge.Emergency crews are also asking everyone to avoid the area near the Beaver County YMCA, according to Beaver County Dispatch.The driver’s condition is unknown at this time and no timetable has been announced for the reopening of the bridge.Stay with KDKA for the latest details.
  
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• Car Hits Gas Line In Beaver, Veterans Memorial Bridge Blocked

  27-08-2020 09:40
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BEAVER COUNTY (KDKA) – A car hit a gas line along Route 65, causing emergency crews to block the Veterans Memorial Bridge.Emergency crews are also asking everyone to avoid the area near the Beaver County YMCA, according to Beaver County Dispatch.The driver’s condition is unknown at this time and no timetable has been announced for the reopening of the bridge.Stay with KDKA for the latest details.
  
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• Port Authority Mechanic Tests Positive For Coronavirus

  27-08-2020 09:28
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  UPPER ST. CLAIR (KDKA) – Port Authority now has 44 confirmed cases of COVID-19 among its staff.On Wednesday, they announced a mechanic who works at its light rail facility in Upper St. Clair tested positive for COVID-19.The mechanic had last worked on August 21 and has been in self-quarantine since learning of the positive test.Port Authority says that once an employee tests positive for coronavirus, they have established protocols to clean and disinfect facilities w
  
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• Dick’s Sporting Goods Sees Uptick In Business During Pandemic

  27-08-2020 09:11
  
  PITTSBURGH (AP) – At home workouts and outdoor athletic activities are shaping up to be good business for Dick’s Sporting Goods. The retailer’s second-quarter results easily beat Wall Street’s expectations as consumers continue to focus on health and wellness while stuck at home amid the coronavirus pandemic.
  While many consumers are concentrating on traditional exercise equipment during quarantine, Dick’s merchandise lends itself to various stay-at-home and sociall
  
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• North Side Community Remembers 1-Year-Old Boy Shot, Killed In Spring Hill

  27-08-2020 05:58
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A 1-year-old baby boy who was killed in the crossfire of a shootout was remembered by the Pittsburgh community.
  Police say Zykier Young was sleeping on Monday when a bullet went through a window and two walls before striking him.
  His family is now pleading for whoever killed him to come forward as heartbroken community members gathered Wednesday to support the grief-stricken grandparents and family of 1-year-old Zykier.
  (Photo Credit: The Young Family)
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• Pittsburgh Community Remembers 1-Year-Old Boy Shot, Killed In Spring Hill

  27-08-2020 05:55
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A 1-year-old baby boy who was killed in the crossfire of a shootout was remembered by the Pittsburgh community.
  Police say Zykier Young was sleeping on Monday when a bullet went through a window and two walls before striking him.
  His family is now pleading for whoever killed him to come forward as heartbroken community members gathered Wednesday to support the grief-stricken grandparents and family of 1-year-old Zykier.
  (Photo Credit: The Young Family)
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• White Sox Bomb 4 Home Runs, Rip Pirates 10-3

  27-08-2020 04:33
  
  CHICAGO (AP) — José Abreu homered again, Dallas Keuchel followed Lucas Giolito’s no-hitter with six dominant innings, and the surging Chicago White Sox pounded the Pittsburgh Pirates 10-3 on Wednesday for their ninth win in 10 games.
  Abreu’s 12th home run and seventh in five games, a two-run shot in the seventh, was Chicago’s fourth of the game and broke it open. Eloy Jiménez slugged a three-run homer, Danny Mendick lined a two-run drive and Edwin Encarnacio
  
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• Suspended Greek Chapters At University Of Pittsburgh Have Questions About Alleged Violations

  27-08-2020 04:13
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The future of Greek life is uncertain at the University of Pittsburgh after school leaders temporarily suspended nine Greek chapters.
  The Greek chapters at Pitt do not know what will happen next. They had two meetings Wednesday with campus leaders, but they also say they do not know what rules were violated or who reported them.
  The five sororities and four fraternities face temporary suspension.
  “There’s no sports teams being held accountable and it’s
  
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• Police: 4-Year-Old Boy Accidentally Shoots 2-Year-Old Sister

  27-08-2020 03:23
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A 4-year-old boy accidentally shot his 2-year-old sister early Wednesday at a home in Ohio’s capital city, authorities said.
  Columbus police responded to the residence around 1:15 a.m. The wounded girl was taken to a hospital and was listed in stable condition, but further details on her injuries were not disclosed.
  It wasn’t immediately clear how the boy got possession of the gun or who else was in the home at the time of the shooting. The children’
  
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