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• What Happens If You Get Coronavirus And The Flu At The Same Time?

  08-09-2020 23:59
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — With flu season around the corner as coronavirus continues to circulate, what happens if you get both together?
  “The two viruses being together is not going to be a good thing,” says Dr. Sunjay Mannan of AHN Family Medicine. “The big question is, is it going to be more harmful than one alone?”
  Out of 27 million cases of coronavirus, only about a dozen had the flu at the same time. With so few documented cases, there’s no way to know for sur
  
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• Jamain Stephens, Cal U Football Player And Son Of Former Steeler, Dies

  08-09-2020 23:55
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  CALIFORNIA, Pa. (KDKA) — California University of Pennsylvania defensive lineman Jamain Stephens has died, the school announced Tuesday.
  Stephens, the son of former Steelers offensive lineman Jamain Stephens, played in 32 games at Cal U from 2017-19.
  “Jamain was such a wonderful student with a smile on his face every time you saw him,” said Athletic Director Dr. Karen Hjerpe in a release. “His personality was contagious and he made such a positive i
  
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• Suspect sought in Monroeville bank robbery

  08-09-2020 23:51 via post-gazette.com
  
  Police are asking for help in identifying a man who robbed the Citizens Bank on William Penn Highway on Aug. 28.
  
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• University Of Pittsburgh Reports 36 New Coronavirus Cases Since Friday

  08-09-2020 23:26
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The University of Pittsburgh has added 36 new student coronavirus cases since Friday.
  The university says 78 students are in isolation right now, and the rate of new cases has been going up. The new cases are from Sept. 4-7.
  In an email to students and staff, the university said, “This is our moment to flatten the curve.” Pitt is telling students not to leave home without a mask.
  Pitt says students who traveled anywhere over the holida
  
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• Officials Investigating Robocalls Spreading Mail-In Ballot Disinformation To ‘Suppress’ Voters

  08-09-2020 23:07
  
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) – State officials are warning Pennsylvanians about robocalls spreading disinformation about mail-in ballots.The calls reportedly tell people that if they vote by mail-in ballot, their personal information will be given to law enforcement agencies and credit card companies. The calls also suggest that info will be used to arrest people with warrants and to collect debts.Attorney General Josh Shapiro says that’s not the case, and the calls are being investigating.&ldq
  
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• Hand Sanitizer Recalled Over Mislabeling That Reads “Edible Alcohol’

  08-09-2020 23:02
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Another hand sanitizer is under recall due to a mislabeling problem that could have health and safety consequences for children.
  Leafree Instant Hand Sanitizer with Aloe Vera, made by CorgioMed LLC, is being recalled because it has labeling that says “EDIBLE ALCOHOL.”
  The FDA says the product is intended for external use only and should never be ingested.CorgioMed LLC Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of All Lots of Leafree Instant Ha
  
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• Nearly 150 Nursing Students At Penn State Hershey Quarantined Following Coronavirus Cases

  08-09-2020 22:22
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HERSHEY, Pa. (KDKA) — Penn State University had quarantined 144 nursing students in Hershey.The university says six Penn State College of Medicine students tested positive for coronavirus, and as a precaution, it issued a 10-day mandatory quarantine.The students had just arrived in Hershey for their clinical rotations. Nursing students at the main campus are not impacted.
  
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• Allegheny County Judge Mark Tranquilli Petitions Court To Overturn His Suspension

  08-09-2020 22:18
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Allegheny County Judge Mark Tranquilli, who was accused of making racially insensitive comments, has petitioned the court to overturn his suspension.
  Tranquilli was suspended without pay from the state after being charged with judicial misconduct. He’s now petitioned the Pennsylvania Court of Judicial Discipline to overturn that ruling.
  In a court filing, he says he was suspended without due process, “without any argument, hearing or briefing.” He says
  
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• FBI Release Surveillance Photos Of Suspect Wanted In Monroeville Bank Robbery

  08-09-2020 22:07
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  MONROEVILLE (KDKA) — The FBI is searching for a man accused of robbing a Citizens Bank in Monroeville.
  The suspect was caught on surveillance cameras and investigators have now released some of those images.
  (Photo Credit: FBI Pittsburgh)
  (Photo Credit: FBI Pittsburgh)
  Investigators say the robbery happened on Aug. 28 at the Citizens Bank on William Penn Highway.
  The suspect was wearing a black face mask, black ball cap with Mercedes-Benz logo, a blue Nike zip-up jac
  
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• Jamain Stephens, Cal U Football Player And Son Of Former Steeler, Dies At 21

  08-09-2020 21:48
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  CALIFORNIA, Pa. (KDKA) — California University of Pennsylvania defensive lineman Jamain Stephens has died at the age of 21, the school announced Tuesday.
  Stephens, the son of former Steelers offensive lineman Jamain Stephens, played in 32 games at Cal U from 2017-19.
  “Jamain was such a wonderful student with a smile on his face every time you saw him,” said Athletic Director Dr. Karen Hjerpe in a release. “His personality was contagious and he made
  
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• ‘The Drew Barrymore Show’ Launches Behind The Scenes Digital Docu-Series Ahead Of September 14 Debut

  08-09-2020 21:15
  
  (CBS Local)– “The Drew Barrymore Show” makes its premiere on Monday, September 14 and Barrymore and her team are providing fans a peak behind the curtain of their new daytime talk show with a new digital docu-series called “The Making Of The Drew Barrymore Show.”
  The four part digital docu-series features Drew taking viewers behind the scenes of her show, where she shares an honest, raw and emotional look at how life has changed for her since preparing for this
  
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• ACC Plans To Move Forward With Fall Sports

  08-09-2020 21:15
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The ACC is moving forward with fall sports but says the situation is “dynamic.”The Atlantic Coast Conference, which includes the University of Pittsburgh, released a statement Tuesday afternoon saying “the mental and physical wellbeing of our student-athletes” are priorities, and it’s proceeding with plans for fall sports.
  "The Atlantic Coast Conference continues to proceed with its plans for competition in fall sport
  
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• Carrick man sentenced to 14-28 years for killing Point Park instructor

  08-09-2020 21:13 via post-gazette.com
  
  In June, Joseph Martin, 37, pleaded guilty but mentally ill in the killing of a longtime Point Park University vocal instructor. 
  
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• Gov. Tom Wolf Again Calls On Lawmakers To Pass Eviction Moratorium

  08-09-2020 20:56
  
  HARRISBURG (AP) – Wolf again called on state lawmakers to pass an eviction moratorium as well as make changes to a statewide rent and mortgage relief program, citing a looming “eviction cliff” that threatens thousands of renters during the pandemic.
  Wolf’s statewide moratorium on evictions and foreclosures lapsed at the end of August. He has said he doesn’t have the legal authority to extend it, though his administration’s rationale has raised questions about
  
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• Candy Maker Giving Away Candy Factory In Nationwide Treasure Hunt

  08-09-2020 20:36
  
  (CNN) — A quirky candy maker has launched a nationwide treasure hunt, sending sugar mavens into a frenzy. They’ll need to pay to play for the ultimate prize — one of his candy factories.
  Instead of Willy Wonka, participants get David Klein, one of the original inventors of Jelly Belly jelly beans who’s since left the company. He’s consigning a candy factory to whoever wins his treasure hunt, only this hunt skimps on Oompa Loompas and spoiled children.
  How to play th
  
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• South Side Bar Ordered To Shut Down After Inspector Finds ‘Well Over’ 200 People Inside, No Masks And No Social Distancing

  08-09-2020 20:04
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A South Side bar was ordered to shut down for at least a week after an inspector found “well over” 200 people inside, no masks and no social distancing.Oddballs on East Carson was ordered to close for a week after a Allegheny County Health Department found several coronavirus order violations.According to the inspection report, Oddballs was operating as a night club past 11 p.m. and the facility was filled above capacity. The inspector
  
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• JP Roofing FAN N’ATION – our new show celebrating PGH SPORTS FAN – coming Sept 12!

  08-09-2020 20:04
  
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  09/08/2020
  KDKA-TV Breaks Sports Programming Mold with New Fan-Focused Show
  Pittsburgh – On the heels of the success of shows like Pittsburgh Today Live and more recently, Living Room Sports, KDKA-TV continues its foray into original programming with the debut of JP Roofing Fan N’ation.  This fan-focused show will air every Saturday, beginning September 12th at 7:30pm on KDKA-TV and CBSN Pittsburgh, with an encore performance Saturday’s at 9:30pm on Pitts
  
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• Pittsburgh Police Trying To Identify Skater, Bicyclist Involved In Aggravated Assault At Protest

  08-09-2020 19:36
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pittsburgh Police are trying to identify two people who may be connected to the viral video of a clash between protesters and restaurant-goers.Police say they’re trying to identify both the suspect and the victim of an aggravated assault that happened on Penn Avenue during a protest downtown Saturday.
  According to police, the man carrying the skateboard used it to hit a bicyclist over the head.Anyone with information is asked to email the Damage Assessment and Acc
  
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• Pittsburgh Police Trying To Identify Skater, Bicyclist Allegedly Involved In Aggravated Assault At Protest

  08-09-2020 19:36
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pittsburgh Police are trying to identify two people who may be connected to the viral video of a clash between protesters and restaurant-goers.Police say they’re trying to identify both the suspect and the victim of an aggravated assault that happened on Penn Avenue during a protest downtown Saturday.
  According to police, the man carrying the skateboard used it to hit a bicyclist over the head.Anyone with information is asked to email the Damage Assessment and Acc
  
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• Pittsburgh Public Schools Deal With Internet Issues On First Day Of Virtual Learning

  08-09-2020 18:56
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — After months of planning, Tuesday was the start of the school year for Pittsburgh Public Schools, but it didn’t come without some technology issues.
  They district is starting the year virtually, for at least the first nine weeks of classes, but some families are still in need of devices.“I can’t get a laptop. This is the third time I’m in line,” grandparent of four, Rita Waters, said.Waters had devices for only two of her grandchildren unti
  
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• Pittsburgh Public Safety: ‘Embarrassing’ Viral Video Of Clash Between Protesters, Restaurant Patrons Under Investigation

  08-09-2020 18:33
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh Public Safety is calling the viral video showing a clash between protesters and restaurant patrons “unacceptable.” They say if any laws were broken, charges will be filed.
  Footage from a demonstration in Downtown Pittsburgh over the weekend is blowing up on social media. The viral video showed demonstrators and restaurant-goers clashing in the streets.
  “People have the right to dine in public without being accosted and without vulgarities be
  
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• Pa. Health Dept. Reports 496 More Coronavirus Cases As Statewide Total Surpasses 140,000

  08-09-2020 17:58
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting 496 new cases of Coronavirus on Tuesday and 11 additional deaths.
  The statewide total number of cases has risen to 140,359 since Monday’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.
  Allegheny County is reporting 37 more cor
  
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• PTL Links: September 8, 2020

  08-09-2020 17:23
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Food Truck Week: Revival Chili
  Dr. Lori
  Dr. Lori on YouTube
  Heinz History Center
  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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• Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Announces No New Coronavirus-Related Deaths, 37 New Cases

  08-09-2020 17:04
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is reporting 37 new Coronavirus cases out of 480 test results and no additional deaths this Tuesday.
  Of the new cases, 35 are confirmed and two are probable. New cases range in age from 17 to 95 years with a median age of 36 years, according to the Health Department. The date of positive tests ranged from Sept. 1 through Sept. 6
  The total number of cases countywide now stands at 10,847 since March.
  The Health
  
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• Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Announces No New Coronavirus-Related Deaths, 37 Additional Cases

  08-09-2020 17:04
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is reporting 37 new Coronavirus cases out of 480 test results and no additional deaths this Tuesday.
  Of the new cases, 35 are confirmed and two are probable. New cases range in age from 17 to 95 years with a median age of 36 years, according to the Health Department. The date of positive tests ranged from Sept. 1 through Sept. 6.
  The total number of cases countywide now stands at 10,847 since March.
  The Healt
  
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• Pittsburgh Public Schools Dealing With Internet Issues On First Day Of Virtual Learning

  08-09-2020 16:56
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh Public School representatives say they are having internet provider issues on this first day back for students across the district.
  The district decided to do virtual learning for at least the first nine weeks of the new school year.
  The coronavirus pandemic forced the students out of the classroom last spring.
  According to school representatives, there is an issue with Verizon, the district’s provider. They are asking families to
  
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• Gov. Wolf: Restaurants Can Increase Occupancy To 50%, But First Must Register With New Database

  08-09-2020 16:29
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Gov. Tom Wolf says restaurants in Pennsylvania may begin increasing their indoor occupancy to 50% starting later this month, but first they must go through a self-certification process.
  The occupancy increase can start on Sept. 21.
  However, the Wolf administration says restaurants must “commit to strictly complying to all public health safety guidelines and orders though a self-certification process.
  According to the Wolf administration, the restaurants that decid
  
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• Gov. Wolf: Restaurants Can Increase Occupancy To 50% But First Must Register With New Database

  08-09-2020 16:29
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Gov. Tom Wolf says restaurants in Pennsylvania may begin increasing their indoor occupancy to 50% starting later this month, but first they must go through a self-certification process.
  The occupancy increase can start on Sept. 21.
  However, the Wolf administration says restaurants must “commit to strictly complying to all public health safety guidelines and orders though a self-certification process.
  According to the Wolf administration, the restaurants that decid
  
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• Gov. Wolf: Restaurants Can Increase Capacity To 50%, But First Must Register With New Database

  08-09-2020 16:29
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Gov. Tom Wolf says restaurants in Pennsylvania may begin increasing their indoor occupancy to 50% starting later this month, but first they must go through a self-certification process.
  The occupancy increase can start on Sept. 21.
  However, the Wolf administration says restaurants must “commit to strictly complying to all public health safety guidelines and orders though a self-certification process..@GovernorTomWolf today announced that res
  
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• President Trump Reacts To Viral Video Of Protesters Clashing With Diners In Pittsburgh

  08-09-2020 13:29
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — As a video of protesters clashing with diners in Pittsburgh has gone viral nationwide, President Trump has spoken out with commentary on the incident.
  In a tweet posted Tuesday morning, President Trump said the following:
  “BLM Protesters horribly harass elderly Pittsburgh diners, scaring them with loud taunts while taking their food right off their plate. These Anarchists, not protesters, are Biden voters, but he has no control and nothing t
  
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• First Day Of School Pictures Have Special Meaning As Students Return To School In New Normal Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

  08-09-2020 13:11
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Whether your kids are back to in-person class, adjusting to hybrid learning, or logging in for class, back-to-school looks completely different this fall.
  Today is a big back-to-school day for so many families, and many others are getting ready for another week.
  Despite everything going on, it’s so great that parents are still celebrating those classic ‘first day of school’ pictures.
  Scarlett was all set up in her living room, starting her first day of
  
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• West Jefferson Hills School Without Water Following Water Main Break

  08-09-2020 12:54
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  JEFFERSON HILLS (KDKA) — A water main break closed part of Gill Hall Road in Jefferson Hills early Tuesday morning.
  The break happened near Gill Hall Elementary School. The road was able to reopen shortly afterwards.
  KDKA is told that a school in the area doesn’t have water.
  West Jefferson Hills School District is operating on a hybrid schedule.
  So far, there is no word about if the water main break will affect students heading to school today.
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• Gill Hall Road Reopened After Water Main Break

  08-09-2020 12:54
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  JEFFERSON HILLS (KDKA) — A water main break closed part of Gill Hall Road in Jefferson Hills early Tuesday morning.
  The road was able to reopen shortly afterwards.
  Tuesday morning, West Jefferson Hills School District shared on Twitter that the water main break is not affecting Gill Hall Elementary.Despite other reports, @GillHallElem School will be in session today for Team Respect in-person learning. The water main break on Gill Hall Road has NOT impacted the schoo
  
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• Residents fought development of Churchill country club by wooing Allegheny Land Trust

  08-09-2020 12:45 via post-gazette.com
  
  Allegheny Land Trust is raising money to buy the former country club, keeping it a green space for surrounding communities.
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: High Temperatures, Dry Conditions

  08-09-2020 12:38
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Don’t tell our weather that yesterday was the unofficial end of summer.
  High temperatures today will surge to near 90 degrees. I have Pittsburgh hitting a high of 88 degrees.
  I wouldn’t be surprised if we see one or two places hitting 90 degrees for today’s high.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center)
  Besides the return of hot weather, the day overall should be relatively uneventful.
  Winds will be light and out of the south.
  Today will be dry with some pa
  
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• Children Returning To Classrooms A Cause For Concern For A Potential Spike In Coronavirus Cases

  08-09-2020 11:42
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — There is real concern about a potential spike of COVID-19 in the coming weeks due to two things — the Labor Day Weekend gatherings, and so many children returning to school classrooms.
  While nothing can be done about the Labor Day celebrations, if there was damage it has been done….but the school year is a different story.
  Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald concedes he’s concerned.
  “Anytime we have more potential for spread, and that obv
  
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• Couple Seen In Viral Video Of Clash With Pittsburgh Protesters Speaks Out

  08-09-2020 11:18
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — It’s a video being shared thousands of times and attracting international attention after a chaotic confrontation: protesters rolled past dinner tables along Penn Avenue on Saturday. Now we’re hearing from the couple in that video.
  The couple, who want to remain anonymous, were outside eating on Penn Avenue downtown when it happened.
  They say they support the Black Lives Matter movement, but the group who caused the disruption is not part of the movement.
  (C
  
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• Couple Involved In Viral Video Showing Protesters Encounter With Diners Speaks Out

  08-09-2020 11:18
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — It’s a video being shared thousands of times and attracting international attention after a chaotic confrontation.
  Protesters rolled past dinner tables along Penn Avenue on Saturday.
  Now we are hearing from the couple in that video.
  The couple in that video, who want to remain anonymous, were outside eating on Penn Avenue downtown.
  They say they support the Black Lives Matter movement, but the group who caused the disruption is not part of the movement.
  They tell
  
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• Two People Taken To Hospital After Truck Smashes Into Downtown Pittsburgh Intersection

  08-09-2020 10:45
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A truck came to a smashing stop at Commonwealth Place at the intersection with Liberty Avenue.
  Crews spent hours early Tuesday morning working to clear the intersection after the truck took out traffic lights and several signs.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Brian Smithmyer)
  KDKA’s news crew at the scene says the truck exited the Fort Pitt Bridge before crashing at the intersection.
  A passenger was seen up and talking, however paramedic
  
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• Pittsburgh Public Schools Set To Begin School Year With Remote Learning, Continuing To Distribute Devices To Families

  08-09-2020 10:18
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — After months of teachers, families and administrators planning and preparing, students in the Pittsburgh Public Schools will begin their school year today.
  It doesn’t quite feel like a normal school year.
  We won’t see parents dropping off children or the line of buses bringing them.
  Instead, there will be no students entering these buildings in Pittsburgh Public Schools.
  The biggest district in our region will be virtual for at least the first nine weeks.
  To
  
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• Lane Widening Project To Begin On Hot Metal Bridge At Second Avenue Intersection

  08-09-2020 09:25
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — If you use the Hot Metal Bridge as part of your commute, you’re going to want to start allowing for some extra time.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Brian Smithmyer)
  Starting Tuesday morning, crews will begin working to widen lanes at the Second Avenue intersection.
  Crews will work around the clock through late November on the project.
  
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• North Side SWAT Situation Ends Peacefully

  08-09-2020 08:45
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A SWAT situation ended peacefully on the North Side on Monday afternoon.
  Police say a man locked himself inside a house on Fairlee Street and threatened anyone who came near it.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Ian Smith/NewsChopper2)
  SWAT officers were called as a precaution.
  Police say negotiators convinced the man to allow officers inside.
  The man was taken to the hospital for treatment.
  
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• Doors Open Pittsburgh To Hold Event In October

  08-09-2020 05:30
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Doors Open Pittsburgh returns next month.The annual event allows people to explore buildings in and around Pittsburgh. Some of the buildings are normally closed to the public.
  Tickets went on sale Monday, and tours will be held Oct. 3.
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• Pittsburgh-Area Students Ready To Experience A First Day Of School Like No Other

  08-09-2020 05:11
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Dozens of Pittsburgh-area districts are headed back to school on Tuesday, but no two will look the same this year.
  “I think seeing how everyone reacts to being separated and wearing our masks, just seeing how everyone adjusts,” said Mars High School sophomore Sofia Gonzalez.
  Ahead of the big day, stores were packed as parents and students picked up some last-minute supplies.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  “Obviously, masks and antibacterial stuff. All that hand
  
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• Pittsburgh Police Looking For Missing 12-Year-Old Taesean Gibson

  08-09-2020 04:47
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh police are looking for a missing 12-year-old boy.
  (Photo provided by Pittsburgh Police/Twitter)
  Police say Taesean Gibson was last seen Monday in Homewood around 6 p.m. He was wearing a black shirt and black pants. Gibson is 5 foot-5, 140 pounds with black hair and brown eyes, law enforcement says.
  Anyone with information is asked to call detectives at 412-323-7141.
  
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• Pittsburgh Police Announce Death Of Retired K-9 Bazer

  08-09-2020 04:40
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pittsburgh Police K-9 Unit is mourning the loss of K-9 Bazer.
  (Photo Credit: Pittsburgh Police K-9 Unit)
  “It is with a heavy heart that we report the passing of retired Pittsburgh Police K9 Bazer,” they announced Monday on Facebook.
  The K-9 died on Sunday at the age of 13, police say.Bazer began working for the city in July 2008 and retired in September 2014, police said. Bazer then lived in retirement with his handler, retired pol
  
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• Coronavirus Outbreak At West Virginia Nursing Home Stabalizes

  08-09-2020 01:42
  
  UNION, W.Va. (AP) — A COVID-19 outbreak that killed five people at a Monroe County nursing home has stabilized, although several residents and staff members are still infected, the Bluefield Daily Telegraph reported on Sunday.
  The outbreak began with three positive cases reported on Aug. 18 at the Springfield Center, a skilled-nursing facility in Lindside.
  Stonerise Healthcare, the Charleston-based owner of Springfield, began testing all residents and staff the same day. Two days later, th
  
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• Fayette County Church Damaged After Fire Breaks Out Inside Office

  08-09-2020 01:40
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  GERMAN TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) – A Fayette County church sustained some damage after a fire Monday evening.
  Crews were called to the scene for a fire that started in the office of McClellandtown Presbyterian Church on Springer Road.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Multiple first responders were on scene, including fire and police. Because of the heat, fire rehab was brought in.The fire caused damage to the church, but the flames were contained before they could destroy the church.
  
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• Doctors Say Flu Shots Are Critical This Year

  08-09-2020 01:25
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Doctors and nurses around the country are preparing for a fight against flu season and coronavirus at the same time.
  Flu vaccine manufacturers have ramped up production this year. They’re making tens of millions of more doses than they did last season.
  There are two new flu vaccines designed to protect older people this year.
  The CDC says it will be critical to continue wearing masks, washing your hands often and practicing social distancing
  
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• Allegheny County Health Department Hosting Narcan Giveaways, Resource Fairs

  08-09-2020 00:58
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Amid the coronavirus pandemic, the Allegheny County Health Department is still fighting the opioid epidemic.The health department is planning a series of Narcan giveaways and resource fairs over the next month.The first will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at For Good PGH in Braddock, followed by a second one Friday at the corner of Homewood and Frankstown avenues from 4 to 7 p.m. Tests for HIV and Hep C will also be offered.
  Naloxone, known by the brand name Narcan, is a
  
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