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• Moderna Plans To Test Coronavirus Vaccine On Children

  03-12-2020 23:55
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Moderna is opening its clinical coronavirus vaccine trials to children ages 12-17.
  “Vaccine research in children usually takes a little bit longer than vaccine research in adults,” says AHN Pediatric Alliance pediatrician Dr. Joe Aracri. “We want to make sure the kids are safe, that the protocols are done in a very controlled fashion.”
  The study will enroll 3,000 adolescents. Half will get two doses of vaccine, one month apart, while the other ha
  
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• Modern Plans To Test Coronavirus Vaccine On Children

  03-12-2020 23:55
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Moderna is opening its clinical coronavirus vaccine trials to children ages 12-17.
  “Vaccine research in children usually takes a little bit longer than vaccine research in adults,” says AHN Pediatric Alliance pediatrician Dr. Joe Aracri. “We want to make sure the kids are safe, that the protocols are done in a very controlled fashion.”
  The study will enroll 3,000 adolescents. Half will get two doses of vaccine, one month apart, while the other ha
  
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• Salvation Army Expects Fewer Donations Amid Increasing Need, Coronavirus Cases

  03-12-2020 23:45
  
  CARNEGIE, Pa. (KDKA) – It’s the season of giving. But this year, many don’t have a lot to give.
  Millions have lost their jobs due to the coronavirus pandemic, which has only increased the need for nonprofits like the Salvation Army.
  “Do something good, help out the community. And be safe, that’s a big thing, too,” said Chris Schultz.
  KDKA found Schultz ringing a bell outside a grocery store in the South Hills this week. It’s his first year joining the ar
  
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• Salvation Army Expects Fewer Donations Amid Increased Need, Coronavirus Cases

  03-12-2020 23:40
  
  CARNEGIE, Pa. (KDKA) – It’s the season of giving, but this year many don’t have a lot to give.
  Millions have lost their jobs due to the coronavirus pandemic, which has only increased the need for nonprofits like the Salvation Army.
  “Do something good, help out the community. And be safe, that’s a big thing, too,” said Chris Schultz.
  KDKA found Schultz ringing a bell outside a grocery store in the South Hills this week. It’s his first year joining the arm
  
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• Allegheny County Gets $5.7M Grant To Support Purchase Of 7 Electric Buses

  03-12-2020 23:25
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Allegheny County Health Department is getting a nearly $5.7 million grant from the EPA to support the Port Authority’s purchase of battery-electric buses.The Port Authority is purchasing seven 60-foot electric buses and a charging station. The county says they’ll be used in the downtown-Uptown-Oakland-Wilkinsburg bus rapid transit corridor, which is expected to be in operation by the end of 2022.“We are quite fortunate in thi
  
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• Ohio Senate Approves Bill Declaring Juneteenth A Paid State Holiday

  03-12-2020 23:09
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Juneteenth, the day marking the official end of slavery in the United States, would become an official paid state holiday in Ohio under legislation approved by the Ohio Senate.
  Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when slaves in Galveston, Texas, were told they were free. Multiple states including Ohio recognize the day but it’s only a paid holiday in Texas.
  Ohioans need a time to reflect on Juneteenth, said co-sponsor Sen. Andrew Brenner, a Republican from su
  
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• NFL Week 13 AFC East Picks: Dolphins Beat Bengals ‘By Double-Digits,’ Says CBS Miami’s Mike Cugno

  03-12-2020 22:51
  
  By Norm Elrod
  (CBS Miami) — The AFC East is experiencing what appears to be a changing of the guard. The Buffalo Bills lead the division at 8-3, followed closely by the upstart Miami Dolphins at 7-4. Both teams have legitimate playoff aspirations and are on a collision course for a Week 17 matchup that could determine the AFC East title. Meanwhile, the New England Patriots, division winners 11 years running, sit at 5-6. Were the season to end today, they would not make the playoffs. The sa
  
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• Penguin Parade Returns To Pittsburgh Zoo

  03-12-2020 22:27
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Now that the chilly weather has moved back in, the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium is bringing back one of its most beloved events.
  The zoo hosted its first Penguin Parade of the season Thursday morning.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  It is the first time the penguins ventured outdoors this season.
  The temperature has to be 45 degrees or colder for the penguins to be outside safely.
  The zoo is hosting several “Penguins on Parade” events throug
  
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• Ohio Senates Approves Bill Declaring Juneteenth A Paid State Holiday

  03-12-2020 22:09
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Juneteenth, the day marking the official end of slavery in the United States, would become an official paid state holiday in Ohio under legislation approved by the Ohio Senate.
  Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when slaves in Galveston, Texas, were told they were free. Multiple states including Ohio recognize the day but it’s only a paid holiday in Texas.
  Ohioans need a time to reflect on Juneteenth, said co-sponsor Sen. Andrew Brenner, a Republican from su
  
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• Report: Pittsburgh Penguins Among 4 Teams Exploring Possibility Of Outdoor Home Games

  03-12-2020 21:33
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Pittsburgh Penguins are reportedly one of four NHL teams looking into the possibility of playing their home games outdoors.According to Elliotte Friedman for Sportsnet, it’s a long shot and none of the clubs would comment, but he reports the Anaheim Ducks, Boston Bruins, Los Angeles Kings and Pittsburgh Penguins are exploring the options.
  I'm not sure it's possible; the odds are against it — but four NHL teams are looking into the
  
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• COVID-19 In Pittsburgh: Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Reports Over 1,000 New Daily Cases, Director Says ‘It Pains Me To Report These Numbers’

  03-12-2020 20:39
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is reporting a record 1,028 new Coronavirus cases Thursday and 20 additional deaths.
  Of today’s newly reported cases, 962 are confirmed from 2,614 PCR tests. There are 66 probable cases.
  “New cases range in age from 1 month to 98 years with a median age of 44 years,” the Health Department says. The dates of positive tests range from Nov. 17 to Dec. 2. Health officials say 11 positive tests a
  
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• Allegheny Health Network Nurses Working During The Pandemic Are Marvel’s Newest Comic Book Heroes

  03-12-2020 20:39
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Marvel unveiled its newest superheroes and they come from straight from Pittsburgh.
  Allegheny Health Network and Marvel are partnering up to honor real-life healthcare heroes.
  “The Vitals: True Nurse Stories” tells the real-life stories of AHN nurses during the coronavirus pandemic.
  (Photo provided by AHN)
  The comic book is based on the experiences of eight nurses who work in the Pittsburgh area and Erie, but AHN’s Chief Nurse Ex
  
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• Dolly Parton Brings Holiday Cheer To CBS With ‘A Holly Dolly Christmas’

  03-12-2020 20:14
  
  Global icon and country music superstar Dolly Parton shares the spirit of the holidays in her new one-hour entertainment special A Holly Dolly Christmas, airing Sunday, December 6th from 8:30-9:30 PM, ET/8:00-9:00 PM, PT, only on CBS and available to stream live and on demand on CBS All Access.
  Christmas is Dolly Parton’s favorite time of year, and America’s beloved entertainer is excited to share some much needed joy and holiday cheer at the end of this challenging year. Performing
  
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• CBS’ Friday Night Winter Schedule Heats Up With All New ‘MacGyver,’ ‘Blue Bloods’ And ‘Magnum P.I.’

  03-12-2020 20:05
  
  (CBSLOCAL)- The temperature may be dropping but Friday nights are heating up on CBS this Winter with an all-new slate of episodes coming your way! After an extended time away new episodes of MacGyver, Magnum P.I., and Blue Bloods are all on the way at last starting at 8:00PM.
  See below for previews of this week’s episodes on each of the Friday night series.“Resort + Desi + Riley + Window Cleaner + Witness” – Mac and the team infiltrate a glamorous hotel used as an interna
  
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• Diocese pays $19 million to abuse survivors through fund

  03-12-2020 19:50 via post-gazette.com
  
  Payment concludes compensation fund offering out-of-court settlements to victims of priests.
  
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• COVID-19 In Pennsylvania: State Health Dept. Reports Record-Breaking 11,406 New Daily Cases

  03-12-2020 19:40
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting 11,406 new cases of Coronavirus Thursday and 187 additional deaths.
  With over 11,000 cases reported today, this is now the highest daily increase of COVID-19 cases in Pennsylvania. Smashing the record sent last Thursday, on Thanksgiving, with about 8,400 cases.
  The statewide total number of cases now stands at 386,837 since Wednesday’s report, according to the state’s data.
  The Health
  
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• COVID-19 In Pennsylvania: State Health Dept. Reports A Record-Breaking 11,406 New Cases In One Day

  03-12-2020 19:40
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting 11,406 new cases of Coronavirus and 187 additional deaths.
  With over 11,000 cases reported today, this is now the highest daily increase of COVID-19 cases. Smashing the record sent last Thursday, on Thanksgiving, with about 8,400 cases.
  The statewide total number of cases now stands at 386,837 since Wednesday’s report, according to the state’s data.
  The Health Department says the state
  
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• Independent Mediator Pays Out Over $19M To Victims Of Pittsburgh Diocese Clergy Sexual Abuse

  03-12-2020 19:23
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – An independent mediator paid out over $19 million to victims of sexual abuse by clergy in the Diocese of Pittsburgh.
  The Diocese announced Thursday that the Kenneth Feinberg Group completed its administration of the Diocese of Pittsburgh Independent Reconciliation and Compensation Program.
  Since the fund opened in 2019, more than $19 million has been granted to victims in 224 cases. The diocese said the abuse occurred over “many decades, with the vast majority pri
  
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• Jaime Pressly On What Makes ‘MOM’ Resonate With Viewers: ‘There’s A Lot Of Heart And Vulnerability’

  03-12-2020 19:00
  
  (CBS LOCAL)- An all-new episode of MOM comes to CBS tonight at 9:00PM ET/PT. Tonight’s episode “Astronauts And Fat Trimmings” will see some growing tension in Jill and Andy’s relationship. Bonnie and Adam step in to offer some advice.
  CBS‘ Matt Weiss spoke to Jaime Pressly, who plays Jill, about the new season, COVID protocols and what makes the show resonate with viewers.
  MW: Hi Jaime! MOM returns with a new episode tonight and before we get into specifics about th
  
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• COVID-19 In Pennsylvania: Southwestern Hospitals Will Have Staffing Shortages In The Next Week, Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine Says

  03-12-2020 19:00
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) –Pennsylvania Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine said some southwestern Pennsylvania hospitals will have staffing shortages in the next week.Dr. Levine held a press conference Thursday, which comes as intensive care units at both Butler Memorial Hospital and Clarion Hospital have reached maximum capacity.She said because of the explosion of coronavirus cases, hospitals are experiencing problems.“There are just under 5,000 people hospitalized w
  
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• What Does Steelers 11-0 Start Mean For Super Bowl Chances?

  03-12-2020 18:50
  
  By KDKA Staff
  (KDKA)- Thanks to their 19-14 win over the Baltimore Ravens on Wednesday afternoon, the Steelers are just the 18th team in NFL history to start 11-0. What does that mean for their Super Bowl chances? The answer is a mix of good and bad news.
  We’ll start with the good news, according to Pro Football Reference, all 17 of the teams that previously started 11-0 made the playoffs. Six of those teams went on to become league champions. That’s pretty good right? Six out of 17,
  
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• Pa. Capitol Complex Closing In Harrisburg Due To Statewide COVID-19 Surge

  03-12-2020 18:43
  
  HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The Capitol complex in Harrisburg is closing to the public until further notice because of a statewide surge in coronavirus infections.
  The Department of General Services said the closure order takes effect Monday and will impact rallies, tours, choir performances, receptions and other public gatherings.
  The agency says the governor’s office and General Assembly will continue to operate, with access limited to employees and others with credentials.
  The Capitol
  
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• South Side Flats Carjacking Suspect In Custody, Stolen Car Found At Baldwin-Whitehall Border

  03-12-2020 18:35
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A suspect is in custody after a carjacking Thursday morning in the South Side Slopes.
  It happened just after 9:30 a.m. along E. Carson Street.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Jim Cahalan)
  According to Pittsburgh Police, the victim told responding officers she was pulled out of her parked vehicle by the suspect. She said she didn’t know him, but he got into her car and sped off from the scene.
  Police later tracked the woman’s vehicl
  
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• Pittsburgh Steeler Bud Dupree Officially Out For The Year With ‘Significant’ Knee Injury, Coach Mike Tomlin Says

  03-12-2020 18:20
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Steelers will be without Bud Dupree for the rest of the season, Coach Mike Tomlin confirmed Thursday.“You can characterize it as official that Bud is out for the year with a significant knee injury,” Tomlin said during a press conference.
  Coach Mike Tomlin said linebacker Bud Dupree is out for the year with a significant knee injury suffered against the Ravens. Dupree was having another strong season. Steven Nelson is also getting
  
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• NFL On CBS’ Amy Trask Praises Steelers Coach Mike Tomlin: ‘He Best Positions Players To Be Their Best’

  03-12-2020 17:49
  
  By KDKA Staff
  (KDKA)- After a hard-fought win over the division rival Baltimore Ravens on Wednesday afternoon, the Steelers have improved to 11-0 on the season. Wednesday’s game was the second this season in which the Steelers had a game moved multiple times due to an opponent’s issues with COVID-19. But, they have continued to roll on and NFL on CBS’ analyst Amy Trask points to the mentality instilled by head coach Mike Tomlin as a big reason why.
  “They have had some sch
  
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• Kidsburgh: Family-Friendly Holiday Events

  03-12-2020 17:26
  
  Pittsburgh Today Live's Heather and David talk with Kidsburgh Ambassador Yu-Ling Behr about all the family-friendly holiday happenings around town!
  
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• Brew: Museum of Beer to open online exhibit this month

  03-12-2020 16:07 via post-gazette.com
  
  National beer museum had hoped to start in a Downtown storefront, but COVID-19 shifted the exhibit to the web for now. 
  
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• PTL Links: December 3, 2020

  03-12-2020 16:06
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Kidsburgh.org
  More Kidsburgh Reports
  Oglebay Resort
  The Mall At Robinson
  CCI Puppy Cam!
  PTL Puppy Penguin on Facebook
  PTL Puppy Penguin on Twitter
  Canine Companions for Independence on InstagramPTL Weekend Guide:Riverside Drive-In
  Vanessa Williams In Concert
  Arcade Comedy TheaterPittsburgh Today Live On Social Media:Facebook
  Twitter
  Instagram
  
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• 'I just love the kids': Carnegie mom juggles three jobs to support sons and extended family

  03-12-2020 15:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Rita Weissert adopted two children and also helps to care for three nieces and a nephew. 
  
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• Pennsylvania Republicans Want Gov. Tom Wolf To Call A Special Session On The 2020 Election

  03-12-2020 14:24
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) – The term for the Pennsylvania legislature ended on Monday but Pennsylvania Republicans want to go back to the capitol before year’s end.Thirty-two Republican lawmakers are calling on Governor Tom Wolf to call a special session on the 2020 election.The group of Republicans calling for the special session are largely made up of the same lawmakers that have been disputing the results of the election.They are calling for a referendum to have Con
  
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• Ohio Nursing Home Residents Go ‘Deer Hunting’ With Staff Members

  03-12-2020 13:29
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BLANCHESTER, OHIO (KDKA) – Residents in an Ohio nursing home were given the opportunity to go “deer hunting” recently.
  The video posted to Continental Manor’s Facebook page showed staff members dressed up as deer and hiding behind Christmas trees inside the building.The residents were given Nerf guns and “hunted” the staff with soft arrows.In just a few days, the heartwarming video has gone viral, receiving thousands of shares and likes.
  
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• Zoomed Out: Virtual Meetings From Home Leading To Mental Fatigue

  03-12-2020 13:00
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – It started out as a cool way to get business done and ten months ago it was a nice idea to go to work in the comfort of home in front of your computer in your sweats.
  But now virtual workspaces have started to create a fatigue factor and it can be difficult to concentrate and stay mentally tuned in.
  Jane Pernotto-Ehrman is a Behavioral Health Specialist at Cleveland Clinic and says your virtual meeting could also be viewed as a way to connect to others outside our isola
  
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• COVID-19 In Pittsburgh: Allegheny County Health Department Offering Free COVID-19 Tests

  03-12-2020 13:00
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Beginning at 9:00 a.m. this morning, the Allegheny County Health Department is offering free COVID-19 tests.The tests will be available at Concord Presbyterian Church on Brownsville Road in Carrick and they will be offered until 4:00 p.m.Walk-ins are welcomed but click here to register.
  A series of questions will be asked of those requesting a test, including if you’ve experienced symptoms if you work in a specific field, and if you’ve
  
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• COVID-19 In Pennsylvania: Two Butler Hospitals Reach ICU Capacity

  03-12-2020 12:45
  
  BUTLER (KDKA) – This is no situation any hospital wants to be in during this pandemic, but because we’re seeing a rise in coronavirus cases, Butler Memorial Hospital and Clarion Hospital are having to make adjustments.
  In a news release Wednesday, Butler Health System says they have now activated phase one of their “Surge Plan.”
  Both Butler Memorial Hospital and Clarion Hospital have reached capacity for their intensive care units. This has them converting Butler Memorial
  
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• COVID-19 In Pennsylvania: Butler Memorial, Clarion Hospitals Reach ICU Capacity

  03-12-2020 12:45
  
  BUTLER, Pa. (KDKA) – Intensive care units at both Butler Memorial Hospital and Clarion Hospital have reached maximum capacity.This is no situation any hospital wants to be in during this pandemic, but because we’re seeing a rise in coronavirus cases, the two hospitals are having to make adjustments.
  In a news release Wednesday, Butler Health System says they have now activated phase one of their “Surge Plan.”
  Making room to add more intensive care unit beds and rearrangin
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Chilly Morning Leads To Mild Temperatures Thursday

  03-12-2020 12:28
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Thursday will be another chilly start to the day, so bundle up as you head out the door.Morning lows are expected to fall to the mid-20s with light winds from the southwest, pushing the wind chill down to near 20 degrees.WEATHER LINKS:Current Conditions | School Delays & Closings | Local Radar | Weather App | Photos
  Highs today should be back in the 40s, with Pittsburgh’s high forecasted at 43 degrees.Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center
  This, along with a light
  
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• Libraries, parks to get 62% of RAD grants in 2021

  03-12-2020 11:43 via post-gazette.com
  
  Parks, libraries will receive 62% of the annual grants for operating costs funded by Allegheny County’s sales tax revenue. 
  
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• COVID-19 In Ohio: Ohio Department Of Health Adds Ohio To Travel Advisory List

  03-12-2020 11:23
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  COLUMBUS (KDKA) – Ohio health leaders are cautioning state residents to avoid traveling to Ohio.The Ohio Department of Health is advising residents to avoid traveling to states with COVID-19 positivity rates higher than 15% and now that includes their own state.Along with their travel recommendation, the Ohio Department of Health suggests traveling to areas with those high positivity rates should self-quarantine for two weeks.Pennsylvania is also on Ohio’s trav
  
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• State Treasury says it can fund PennDOT road and bridge work through June

  03-12-2020 10:55 via post-gazette.com
  
  Treasurer Joe Torsella says it won’t be a problem to shift state money to PennDOT, which had threatened to shut down work Dec. 1.
  
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• Steelers Players Show Support For Bud Dupree On Social Media Following Injury

  03-12-2020 10:47
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Steelers were able to improve their record to 11-0 on Wednesday afternoon with a 19-14 victory over Baltimore but their undefeated record comes at a cost.Steelers’ linebacker Bud Dupree left the game in the fourth quarter and it was reported afterward that he tore his ACL, putting him on injured reserve for the remainder of the year.Players up and down the Steelers roster took to Twitter to send Dupree their best.Everyone from Ben Roethl
  
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• Allegheny County Jail Expands Partnership With Carnegie Library

  03-12-2020 10:25
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – After a controversy over books inside the Allegheny County Jail, the county has expanded its partnership with the Carnegie Library.According to the county, the library will provide expanded access to more E-books and audiobooks for inmates.Last month, the jail suspended family and friends from ordering books for inmates.The policy was decided on due to an investigation involving contraband.
  
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• State Police Arrest Suspect For DUI Following Brief Chase

  03-12-2020 09:45
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP (KDKA) – A man in Hempfield was arrested by state police for driving under the influence following a brief chase along Sheraton Road on Tuesday.According to state police, 38-year-old Bradley Kunkle attempted to flee officers at a traffic stop.His attempt to elude police ended voluntarily a brief distance from the stop when he pulled his car over.He was arrested for driving under the influence, possession of drug paraphernalia, and fleeing and eludi
  
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• Dread’s Buzzer-Beater Gives Penn State 72-69 Win Over VCU

  03-12-2020 09:32
  
  UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (AP) — Seth Lundy hit five 3-pointers and finished with a career-high 32 points, Myles Dread made a 3 at the buzzer, and Penn State beat VCU 72-69 on Wednesday night.
  Dread was scoreless and 0 for 4 from the field, all 3-point shots, before he took a pass from Jamari Wheeler and drained the winner from the right wing over the outstretched arm of 6-foot-9 — with a 7-4 wingspan — Hason Ward as time expired.
  Sam Sessoms added 17 points for Penn State (2-0).
  Le
  
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• Duquesne Basketball Cruises Past UNC Greensboro 81-68

  03-12-2020 09:25
  
  LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Tavian Dunn-Martin had 21 points as Duquesne topped UNC Greensboro 81-68 on Wednesday night.
  Dunn-Martin hit 4 of 6 3-pointers.
  Marcus Weathers had 18 points and seven rebounds for Duquesne (1-1). Sincere Carry added 15 points, and Michael Hughes had 14 points and 10 rebounds.
  Isaiah Miller had 22 points for the Spartans (1-2). Angelo Allegri added 14 points and A.J. McGinnis had 13 points.
  (Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may
  
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• No. 1 Gonzaga Rallies To Beat No. 11 WVU 87-82 At Jimmy V Classic

  03-12-2020 09:19
  
  INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Losing Jalen Suggs in the first half shook up No. 1 Gonzaga.
  Getting him back in the second half Wednesday provided a needed jolt of energy.
  Joel Ayayi matched his career-high with 21 points and Andrew Nembhard and Corey Kispert each scored 19 points, and Suggs’ return shifted the transition game into gear to help the Bulldogs rally past No. 11 West Virginia 87-82.
  “At first, we were kind of disappointed because we all love Jalen,” Nembhard said. &ldqu
  
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• COVID-19 Pandemic Brings Increase In Sales Of Real Christmas Trees

  03-12-2020 09:08
  
  (CBS LOCAL) – The pandemic has changed almost every aspect of life and that has many leaning on an old tradition for a sense of normalcy this holiday season – searching for the perfect Christmas tree.Bill Exley, the owner of Exley Farms in New Jersey, says, “People are also cooped up in their houses. They’re looking for something they can do.”That’s leading to a boost in business.
  Randy Motley, the owner of Motley’s Tree Farm in Arkansas, says, “We
  
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• Court In Ohio Sides With State In Sex Offender Jurisdiction Case

  03-12-2020 09:01
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The ability of a judge to hold a hearing on a juvenile’s sex offender classification status doesn’t automatically expire when the child turns 21, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled Wednesday.
  At issue before the court was a Cincinnati-area defendant who sexually abused two young relatives when he was 14, according to court records. The defendant was convicted in juvenile court in 2011 and labeled a juvenile sexual offender, requiring him to register with authori
  
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• Zelienople Leaders Give Residents $50 eGift Cards To Help Ease Financial Burden Of Coronavirus Pandemic

  03-12-2020 05:43
  
  ZELIENOPLE, Pa. (KDKA) — Leaders in Zelienople want borough residents to shop local, and they’re giving them the money to do it.
  The borough’s Shop Local Community eGift Card program started in early November to help ease the burden of the coronavirus pandemic on residents and local businesses.
  Zelienople Borough Councilman Drew Mathew III said the council used the borough’s money from the federal stimulus package to create its own local stimulus package.
  (Photo Credit: K
  
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• Zelienople Leaders Give Residents $50 eGift Card To Help Ease Financial Burden Of Coronavirus Pandemic

  03-12-2020 05:39
  
  ZELIENOPLE, Pa. (KDKA) — Leaders in Zelienople want borough residents to shop local, and they’re giving them the money to do it.
  The borough’s Shop Local Community eGift Card program started in early November to help ease the burden of the coronavirus pandemic on residents and local businesses.
  Zelienople Borough Councilman Drew Mathew III said the council used the borough’s money from the federal stimulus package to create its own local stimulus package.
  (Photo Credit: K
  
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• No. 11 West Virginia Loses 87-82 To No. 1 Gonzaga In Jimmy V Classic

  03-12-2020 04:36
  
  INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Joel Ayayi matched his career high with 21 points and Andrew Nembhard and Corey Kispert each had, and No. 1 Gonzaga rallied to beat No. 11 West Virginia 87-82 on Wednesday night in the Jimmy V Classic.
  The Bulldogs (3-0) struggled to get in sync early and again after freshman Jalen Suggs injured an ankle in the first half. But Gonzaga used a late 13-4 run to take control and scored six straight points late to seal it.
  Derek Culver led West Virginia (3-1) with 18 points
  
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