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• Serra Catholic High School Suspends Football After Individual Tests Positive For Coronavirus

  11-10-2020 23:49
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh has announced that the Serra Catholic High School football program will be suspended for 14 days following a positive coronavirus test.According to the diocese, more than 40 student athletes and football staff will quarantine as a result of the positive test.Serra Catholic High School will also be closed on Monday, October 12 and students will switch to remote learning for the day.“Our staff and school fami
  
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• Sunday Last Day For North Allegheny Parents To Decide On In-Person Or Cyber Learning For Their Child

  11-10-2020 23:27
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Sunday, October 11 is the last day for parents of North Allegheny School District students to re-re-register their child for in-person learning or the NA Cyber Academy.Once the parents make the decision, North Allegheny School District says students will have to stay in the option chosen until registration reopens for the third quarter on December 10.Last week, the district voted to have K-5th grade students back in the classroom five days per wee
  
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• Chase Claypool Sets Steelers Rookie Record With 4 TDs, Steelers Beat Eagles 38-29

  11-10-2020 23:07
  
  PITTSBURGH (AP) — Rookie wide receiver Chase Claypool scored four touchdowns, including the clincher with 2:59 remaining, and the Pittsburgh Steelers remained unbeaten with a 38-29 win over the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday.
  Claypool, a second-round pick from Notre Dame, raced down the slot, hauled in a dart from Ben Roethlisberger and went the rest of the 35 yards to the end zone as the Steelers improved to 4-0 for the first time since 1979.
  A native of Abbottsford, British Columbia, Cana
  
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• Ohio Officials Say Some Ballots Reported Incorrect May Actually Have Been Right

  11-10-2020 22:00
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Officials in Ohio say some of the nearly 50,000 absentee ballots reported last week to be incorrect may have been correct after all, but replacement ballots will be sent to all of the affected voters in the county that is home to the state’s capital and largest city.
  The vendor supporting the board initially reported an analysis indicating that 49,669 incorrect ballots were mailed, Franklin County officials said in a news release dated Saturday. But officials sa
  
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• Greenfield Bridge Reopens Ahead Of Schedule

  11-10-2020 21:47
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The City of Pittsburgh has announced that the Greenfield Bridge has reopened ahead of schedule.The bridge was closed on September 21 in order to make sure the bridge had a few issues corrected that would affect its longevity.However, the closure was supposed to last 30 days, but as of this weekend, the bridge has reopened.
  
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• Minnesota Man Acquitted In 1991 Murder In Indiana County

  11-10-2020 21:38
  
  INDIANA, Pa. (AP) — A Minnesota man has been acquitted in the murder of a 76-year-old woman almost three decades ago in western Pennsylvania.
  Jurors in Indiana County last week deliberated for more than two hours before finding 67-year-old Charles Cook not guilty of criminal homicide and robbery in the slaying of Myrtle McGill. Cook’s defense lawyer called the verdict “a big relief,” the Indiana Gazette reported.
  County prosecutors alleged that the suspect fired two shots
  
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• Joe Biden Making First Campaign Visit To Ohio On Monday

  11-10-2020 21:26
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Joe Biden is set to make his first general election campaign visit Monday to Ohio, signaling the former vice president’s hopes of winning the state Democrats lost by a significant margin in the 2016 election.
  The Biden campaign said the former vice president plans an afternoon campaign speech in Toledo, then will head to Cincinnati for a voter mobilization event.
  Vice President Mike Pence also plans a “Make America Great Again” campaign stop in Colum
  
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• Hambone’s In Lawrenceville Closes Down For Good

  11-10-2020 21:19
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A popular bar and grill in Lawrenceville is shutting its doors for good.
  According to a Facebook post on Hambone’s official Facebook page, the bar and grill has shut down. 
  The post says that the bank has decided not to continue working with their owner Jeff Holt’s estate and the debt accrued was just too much.The building will be sold in a sheriff’s auction.Hambone’s was open for 35 years.
  
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• Tentative Settlements Reached In W. Va. Veterans’ Hospital Deaths

  11-10-2020 21:12
  
  CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Tentative settlements have been reached in several civil lawsuits filed on behalf of the families of veterans who died at a West Virginia hospital where a former nursing assistant admitted to intentionally killing seven people with fatal doses of insulin.
  The settlements were disclosed by U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia on Saturday as well as in federal court filings stemming from the deaths of six veterans at the Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center in Clarks
  
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• David DeCastro Won’t Return To Game Due To Abdominal Injury, Diontae Johnson Questionable To Return

  11-10-2020 19:47
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Steelers lineman David DeCastro will not return to Sunday’s game against the Eagles due to an abdominal injury.DeCastro now ruled out for today’s game. Dotson playing @KDKA
  — Rich Walsh KDKA (@RichieWalsh) October 11, 2020DeCastro was taken to the locker room shortly before the end of the 1st Quarter to be evaluated.
  Diontae Johnson left the game with a back injury and is questionable to return.
  Stay with KDKA for more details.
  
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• David DeCastro, Diontae Johnson Both Questionable To Return To Steelers Game Due To Injuries

  11-10-2020 19:47
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Steelers lineman David DeCastro and wide receiver Diontae Johnson are both questionable to return to Sunday’s game against the Eagles due to injuries.
  DeCastro was taken to the locker room shortly before the end of the 1st Quarter to be evaluated for an abdomen injury.#Steelers G David DeCastro has been taken to the locker room to be evaluated for an abdomen injury. His return to today's game is questionable.
  — Burt Lauten (@SteelersPR
  
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• David DeCastro and Diontae Johnson Injured In Steelers Game Vs. Eagles

  11-10-2020 19:47
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Steelers lineman David DeCastro will not return to Sunday’s game against the Eagles due to an abdominal injury.DeCastro now ruled out for today’s game. Dotson playing @KDKA
  — Rich Walsh KDKA (@RichieWalsh) October 11, 2020DeCastro was taken to the locker room shortly before the end of the 1st quarter to be evaluated.
  Diontae Johnson left the game with a back injury and is questionable to return.#Steelers WR Diontae Johnson is que
  
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• Fans return to Heinz Field

  11-10-2020 19:16 via post-gazette.com
  
  New COVID-19 gathering limits allow Steelers to have 5,500 real live fans for third home game. 
  
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• Did you hear it? Fans return to Heinz Field

  11-10-2020 19:16 via post-gazette.com
  
  New COVID-19 gathering limits allow Steelers to have 5,500 real live fans for third home game and you could hear them cheering for the win. 
  
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• With Americans Anxious To Go Out, Walking Tours Pick Up Pace

  11-10-2020 18:17
  
  CINCINNATI (AP) — For so many Americans, this is a time of being cooped up.
  There’s less interaction with fellow humans and, in many cases, with the landscape itself.
  COVID-19 and its impact of more than 200,000 Americans dead have kept many away from air travel, cruise ships and crowded beaches.
  Enter a decidedly unplugged alternative, a very concrete antidote to a suddenly more virtual life: the walking tour.
  Maybe it’s not the most exciting outlet, but it’s far better
  
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• Police Searching For Missing 39-Year Old Donald Metzger, Believed To Be Distress Near Keystone State Park

  11-10-2020 15:24
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  DERRY TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — Police in Derry Township are searching for missing 39-year old Donald Metzger.
  State Police say that Metzger, from Pittsburgh, is believed to be in distress in the area of Keystone State Park.
  (Courtesy: PA State Police)
  Westmoreland County dispatchers tell KDKA that police will be searching the area on Sunday morning.
  State Police ask anyone with information about Metzger’s whereabouts to call 911.
  
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• Police Locate Missing 39-Year Old Donald Metzger

  11-10-2020 15:24
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  DERRY TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — Police in Derry Township have located missing 39-year old Donald Metzger safe.Metzger, from Pittsburgh, was reported missing on Sunday morning.(Courtesy: PA State Police)\
  
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• Two Protesters Taken Into Custody After Climbing, Rappelling Down Roberto Clemente Bridge

  11-10-2020 14:53
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A protest began taking place on Sunday morning on the Clemente Bridge in downtown Pittsburgh.
  Dispatchers tell KDKA that 15 people are on the bridge, with two of the people on bicycles blocking the road.Protesters have gathered on the Roberto Clemente bridge. It is currently blocked off to traffic. @KDKA pic.twitter.com/Ju8PF0CGcJ
  — Chris Hoffman (@NewsmanChris) October 11, 2020Police are on the scene.
  Organizers say they plan to unveil a ba
  
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• Two Protesters Taken Into Custody After Climbing Onto Superstructure Of Roberto Clemente Bridge

  11-10-2020 14:53
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A protest began taking place on Sunday morning on the Clemente Bridge in downtown Pittsburgh.
  Dispatchers tell KDKA that 15 people are on the bridge, with two of the people on bicycles blocking the road.Protesters have gathered on the Roberto Clemente bridge. It is currently blocked off to traffic. @KDKA pic.twitter.com/Ju8PF0CGcJ
  — Chris Hoffman (@NewsmanChris) October 11, 2020Police are on the scene.
  Organizers say they plan to unveil a ba
  
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• Protesters Blocking Traffic, Gathering On Roberto Clemente Bridge

  11-10-2020 14:53
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A protest began taking place on Sunday morning on the Clemente Bridge in downtown Pittsburgh.
  Dispatchers tell KDKA that 15 people are on the bridge, with two of the people on bicycles blocking the road.Protesters have gathered on the Roberto Clemente bridge. It is currently blocked off to traffic. @KDKA pic.twitter.com/Ju8PF0CGcJ
  — Chris Hoffman (@NewsmanChris) October 11, 2020Police are on the scene.
  Organizers say they plan to unveil a ba
  
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• Protesters Blocking Traffic, Gathering On Clemente Bridge

  11-10-2020 14:53
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A protest began taking place on Sunday morning on the Clemente Bridge in downtown Pittsburgh.
  Dispatchers tell KDKA that 15 people are on the bridge, with two of the people on bicycles blocking the road.Protesters have gathered on the Roberto Clemente bridge. It is currently blocked off to traffic. @KDKA pic.twitter.com/Ju8PF0CGcJ
  — Chris Hoffman (@NewsmanChris) October 11, 2020Police are on the scene.
  It’s not clear at this time what
  
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• Santonio Holmes Meets With Steelers Fans At Sickle Cell Awareness Event

  11-10-2020 14:35
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Some lucky football fans got to bowl with Super Bowl XLIII hero Santonio Holmes on Saturday.
  Holmes is in Pittsburgh this weekend for his 4th annual Strike Out Sickle Cell campaign.
  On Saturday, the former Steelers wideout delivered orders to customers at Caliente Pizza who had entered into a drawing.
  He also met up with the winners for a little lunch and bowling.
  
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• Watch Party To Be Held In Hill District Celebrating Steelers’ Partnership With Family Of Antwon Rose Jr.

  11-10-2020 14:21
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A watch party will be held in the Hill District on Sunday celebrating the partnership between the Steelers and Michelle Kenney, the mother of Antwon Rose Jr.
  The tailgate party for the game between the Steelers and Eagles will take place in the Shop n’ Save parking lot on Centre Avenue in the Hill District.The family-friendly event will include free food and drinks.
  Organizers are asking people to bring chairs as well as your ID, as voter re
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Pleasant Temperatures, Rain Chances For Sunday’s Steelers Game

  11-10-2020 13:37
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — We are off to another mild start with patchy fog and light drizzle.
  Our high temperatures today will make it right around 70 degrees.
  Remnants of Delta arrive this afternoon around 2:00 p.m. starting south and overspreading north.
  The Steelers game looks to start off dry and by the end, we will have some rain showers, so be sure to take the rain gear if you are heading to the game!
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center)
  Tomorrow, scattered showers continue but it’s n
  
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• Port Authority To Provide Extra Light Rail Service For Steelers Game

  11-10-2020 13:24
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Port Authority says it will have extra light rail service for Sunday’s game between the Steelers and Eagles.
  The Port Authority says it will still follow capacity limits of 25 passengers per car.
  Riders are required to wear masks at all times.
  
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• 17-Year Old Injured In Overnight Shooting, Police Investigating

  11-10-2020 13:12
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  NEW CASTLE (KDKA) — Police in Lawrence County are investigating a shooting in New Castle.
  Dispatchers tell KDKA that a 17-year old was shot just after midnight early Sunday morning at the New Castle Brothers Market along Moravia Street.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Right now, there is no word on the victim’s condition or any suspects or arrests in the shooting.
  Stay with KDKA for more details on this developing story.
  
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• Civil War veteran Albert Burchfield's deeds have outlived his name

  11-10-2020 13:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Albert P. Burchfield was the driving force behind the Greater Pittsburgh Exposition and Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall in Oakland.
  
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• Bloomfield Garden Club puts eclectic artists on a backyard stage

  11-10-2020 13:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  A dancer, a drag diva, a musician, a multimedia artist, a sculptor and a vocalist entertain backyard audiences in the Bloomfield Garden Club.
  
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• Steelers Prepared To Safely Welcome Fans Back To Heinz Field For First Time Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

  11-10-2020 12:46
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — It’s the battle of Pennsylvania here in Pittsburgh as the Steelers will take on the Eagles on Sunday afternoon.
  The big story, however, is what will happen off of the field, as it will be the first time this season where fans will be in the stands — but there are strict rules being enforced.
  The Steelers are excited to let 5,500 hundred fans inside Heinz Field.
  There will be signs outside of the gates reminding fans about the COVID-19 safety guidelines in pl
  
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• 150 years on Market Square: The Oyster House celebrates its sesquicentennial

  11-10-2020 12:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  The Pittsburgh landmark — the oldest bar and restaurant in the city — turns 150 tomorrow.
  
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• AAA warns vehicles risk winter battery problems from sitting idle during pandemic

  11-10-2020 11:45 via post-gazette.com
  
  Batteries can lose their charge, tires get flat spots and windshield wipers can deteriorate from lack of use, experts say.
  
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• Police Investigating After Teenager Shot In Clairton

  11-10-2020 05:48
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  CLAIRTON, Pa. (KDKA) — Police are investigating after a teenager was shot in Clairton.
  The Allegheny County Police Department said officials were notified of a shooting near the 1700 block of Marion Circle on Saturday night.First responders found the victim with a non-life-threatening injury, police say. The 19-year-old young woman was reportedly driving a vehicle when she was shot, law enforcement says.The victim was taken to a local hospital and is expected to surv
  
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• PA Black Votes Matter Urges People To Get Out And Vote

  11-10-2020 05:29
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Leaders in the Black community were making the push Saturday for people to cast their votes.
  PA Black Votes matter spearheaded an effort at the Homewood election site with a two-day festival to help spread the word of early voting. The group believes a record turnout of Black voters could help decide the election.“This line is a demonstration of the reality of that need and the commitment to participate in the process,” said DeWitt Wal
  
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• Youngstown State University Faculty Union Ready To Strike On Monday

  11-10-2020 05:22
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (KDKA) — The faculty union at Youngstown State University says it will go on strike Monday pending approval from its parent union.Members overwhelmingly approved the move on Saturday. Monday is the first day of Youngstown State’s two-day fall break, which gives the sides time to negotiate.Youngstown State says it plans to continue instruction on Wednesday if the strike continues.
  
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• Police: Man Who Said He Took LSD Shot, Killed Brother And Sister In Pennsylvania

  11-10-2020 03:54
  
  MOUNT POCONO, Pa. (AP) — A man has been charged in the shooting deaths of a brother and sister in an apartment in eastern Pennsylvania.
  Thirty-eight-year-old Tyrone Johnson Jr. is charged with criminal homicide, child endangerment, reckless endangering and a firearms offense.
  The Pocono Mountain Regional Police department said officers were called to the Mount Pocono unit just after 2:30 a.m. Friday and found Johnson wounded. Officers checking the apartment then found the bodies of 28-year
  
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• Pitt Misses Extra Point In Overtime, Loses 31-30 To Boston College

  11-10-2020 02:34
  
  BOSTON (AP) — Phil Jurkovec threw three touchdown passes to Zay Flowers — the last a 25-yarder in overtime — and ran for a score as Boston College beat Pittsburgh 31-30 on Saturday night when the Panthers missed an extra-point attempt to end the game.
  Jurkovec, a sophomore transfer from Notre Dame, was 19 of 35 for 358 yards passing as the Eagles (3-1, 2-1 Atlantic Coast Conference) rebounded from a frustratingly close loss to then-No. 12 North Carolina. Flowers had six catches
  
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• Dog Adopted After Nearly 2 Years At Butler County Animal Shelter

  11-10-2020 01:40
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BUTLER COUNTY, Pa. (KDKA) — Every dog has its day — and Saturday was Comet’s day.
  (Photo Credit: Butler County Humane Society)
  The Butler County Humane Society said Comet was adopted after waiting nearly two years. The dog was at the shelter for 22 months.
  “He has found his best friends in life and even gets to enjoy many car rides with his new dad. Our hearts couldn’t be happier for Comet and his success story,” the shelter posted on Fa
  
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• Joe Biden Hits Pres. Donald Trump On Economy In Visit To Erie

  11-10-2020 00:47
  
  ERIE, Pa. (AP) — With the backdrop of a union facility in a key battleground county of Pennsylvania, Joe Biden on Saturday blistered President Donald Trump as only pretending to care about the working-class voters who helped flip the Rust Belt to the Republican column four years ago.
  “Anyone who actually does an honest day’s work sees him and his promises for what they are,” Biden told a masked, socially distanced crowd at a training facility for plumbers and other trades
  
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