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• Prosecutors In Erie County To Review State Police Investigation Of Gun Range Shooting Death

  03-01-2021 23:48
  
  ERIE, Pa. (AP) — Prosecutors in northwestern Pennsylvania are expected to begin a review this week of the state police investigation into a shooting death at a gun range three days before Christmas.
  Erie County District Attorney Jack Daneri said last week that police investigators were getting all of their reports and videotaped interviews of witnesses to his office, and a review was anticipated during the first week of January, the Erie Times-News reported.
  State police said earlier that
  
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• ‘Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical’ Has Raised Over $1 Million For Struggling Actors

  03-01-2021 23:11
  
  By Lauren M. Johnson, CNN
  (CNN) — The online sensation that became “Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical” has raised over $1 million for the Actors Fund organization and struggling performers impacted by the pandemic.
  The musical premiered on the social media platform New Year’s Day and featured household names including Wayne Brady, Titus Burgess and Adam Lambert. The news of its monetary success was announced Saturday on the production’s Twitter page.
  The TikTok commun
  
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• Steelers Lose Season Finale 24-22 To Browns, Browns End NFL’s Longest Playoff Drought

  03-01-2021 22:52
  
  CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns are back in the playoffs, qualifying for the first time since 2002 on Sunday by surviving a late Pittsburgh rally for a 24-22 win over the Steelers, who rested quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and several other starters.
  The Browns (11-5) nearly blew a 15-point lead in the fourth quarter, but stopped Pittsburgh’s 2-point conversion attempt and then recovered an onside kick with 1:22 left to hold on.
  A week of COVID-19 disruptions concluded in celeb
  
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• Restaurants, other businesses to reopen Monday morning as pandemic restrictions lifted

  03-01-2021 22:43 via post-gazette.com
  
  With easing of COVID-19 restrictions, restaurants and entertainment sites can offer limited indoor service. Some are waiting, though.
  
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• Restaurants, other businesses reopen this morning as pandemic restrictions lifted

  03-01-2021 22:43 via post-gazette.com
  
  With easing of COVID-19 restrictions, restaurants and entertainment sites can offer limited indoor service. Some are waiting, though.
  
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• Restaurants, other businesses prepare to reopen Monday morning as pandemic restrictions lifted

  03-01-2021 22:43 via post-gazette.com
  
  With easing of COVID-19 restrictions, restaurants and entertainment sites can offer limited indoor service. Some are waiting, though.
  
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• Businesses closed in Dec. for COVID-19 mitigation allowed to reopen Monday morning

  03-01-2021 22:43 via post-gazette.com
  
  With easing of COVID-19 restrictions, restaurants and entertainment sites can offer limited indoor service. Some are waiting, though.
  
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• Steelers Sack Baker Mayfield 4 Times, Tie Franchise Record With 56 Sacks In One Season

  03-01-2021 22:25
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  CLEVELAND (KDKA) – The Steelers may have lost 24-22 to the Browns in Week 17 but it was still a historic game for the defense.Chris Wormley, Alex Highsmith, Jayron Elliott, and Stephon Tuitt all took down Browns’ quarterback Baker Mayfield and Tuitt’s was a fourth of the game and the 56th of this season, tying the franchise record.The Steelers defense set that record of 56 in the 2017 season and the defense has recorded 50 or more sacks in the past four s
  
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• Police: 17 Year Old Transported To Hospital After Shooting In North Braddock

  03-01-2021 22:02
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  NORTH BRADDOCK (KDKA) — A 17-year-old boy has been transported to a local hospital after a shooting in North Braddock Sunday afternoon.Allegheny County Police say they initially heard reports of a shooting near the intersection of Baldridge Avenue and Jones Avenue around 2:25 p.m. Sunday.Police say that the victim’s injuries are non-life-threatening.Detectives with the Allegheny County Police Department are conducting an investigation. Anyone with information i
  
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• Police: Boy Found In Ohio Cemetery Reunited With Father, Dog

  03-01-2021 21:45
  
  HINCKLEY, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio police chief says a young boy found in a cemetery two days before Christmas has been placed in the care of his father and reunited with his dog.
  Chief David Centner of the Hinckley police department said in a Facebook post last week that Tony’s father had expressed his appreciation for the public’s generosity and said the child is “doing very well.” Centner stressed that the father was “in no way involved” with the incident
  
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• North Hills Teacher Nominated For NHL’s Most Valuable Teacher Award

  03-01-2021 21:07
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  NORTH HILLS (KDKA) — A North Hills teacher is one of 20 teachers across the country up for the National Hockey League’s and National Hockey League Players’ Association’s Most Valuable Teacher Award for January 2021.Anthony Burns teaches STEM at North Hills Middle School. In October 2020, he was named Pittsburgh Penguins’ Teacher of the Month.People are allowed to vote for the nominees once every day on the NHL’s website.The North Hills S
  
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• Inbound Lane Opens Up For Traffic On Parkway East After Landslide Created Restrictions

  03-01-2021 20:42
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The westbound lane has opened up for traffic on Sunday after a landslide led to traffic restrictions on I-376 Parkway East on Friday.
  Parkway East was previously down to a single lane between the Glenwood and Boulevard of the Allies/Liberty Bridge interchanges.
  
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• Missouri Senator Josh Hawley Objects To Senator Pat Toomey Publicly Calling For Republican Lawmakers To Certify Election Results

  03-01-2021 20:26
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  ALLENTOWN, Pa./WASHINGTON (KDKA) — A Missouri Senator is objecting to Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey issuing a public statement on Saturday, which called for Republican senators to accept Joe Biden as President-elect.Reporters say that Senator Josh Hawley sent an email to the Senate GOP Conference Saturday night, reports which Hawley retweeted on his official account.In the email, Hawley said that Toomey was “making unfounded claims about the intentions of our
  
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• Report: Positive COVID-19 Cases Among Browns Organization Believed To Be Caused By Community Spread, Not Outbreak At Facility Ahead Of Steelers Game

  03-01-2021 18:08
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH/CLEVELAND (KDKA) — The Cleveland Browns made headlines multiple times in the last week after continually closing and reopening their facility as more members of the organization tested positive for COVID-19.
  Currently, the facility is still closed after an announcement was made Saturday morning.We will continue virtual meetings as the facility is currently closed while contact tracing is conducted. pic.twitter.com/yGBx62dDe0
  — Cleveland Browns (@Brow
  
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• Penguins Re-Sign John Marino To Six Year Contract Extension

  03-01-2021 16:11
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Penguins defenseman John Marino has been re-signed to a six year contract extension with the Penguins, the organization announced Sunday.“We are very fortunate to have a young, skilled defenseman like John in our organization,” Rutherford said. “His rookie season proved he is a top-four defenseman with great hockey sense. We were impressed with his strong defensive play and look forward to watching him develop offensively. &rdquo
  
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• Coronavirus Vaccine Appointment Turns Into Surprise Marriage Proposal

  03-01-2021 14:55
  
  By Samira Said, CNN
  (CNN) — A Covid-19 vaccine appointment at a Canton, South Dakota hospital turned into a marriage proposal for one healthcare couple.Robbie Vargas-Cortes, 31, a paramedic and EMS supervisor, was scheduled to get his vaccination on December 23rd, and knew his boyfriend of five years was one of the vaccine administrators at Sanford Canton-Inwood Medical Center.
  “I wanted for it to be a surprise,” Vargas-Cortes told CNN.
  Eric Vanderlee, a registered nurse, told
  
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• Penguins Set To Open Training Camp For Upcoming Season

  03-01-2021 12:56
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Penguins will open training camp today for the upcoming 2020-21 season.
  With no preseason games this year, the training camp being held at PPG Paints Arena is the only preparation the team will get ahead of the season opener on January 13.
  The team will open their campaign in Philadelphia against the Flyers in the NHL’s season kickoff game.
  The Penguins will hold their home opener against the Washington Capitals on January 17.
  To see the
  
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• Steelers, Browns Set For Week 17 Matchup While Coronavirus Cases Affect Both Teams

  03-01-2021 12:46
  
  CLEVELAND (KDKA) — The Steelers will wrap up their regular season campaign against the Browns in Cleveland today, and both teams are now dealing with COVID-19 related issues.
  The Browns have been dealing with issues all week, but the Coronavirus is now impacting the Steelers as well.
  Joe Haden, along with Eric Ebron, and Cassius Marsh were placed on the Reserve/COVID-19 list on Saturday.
  This came after Haden reportedly tested positive for the virus.
  Due to the required 10-day isolation pe
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Wintry Mix, Falling Temperatures Across Western Pa.

  03-01-2021 12:33
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Rain has already shown up in Pittsburgh, making for a soggy start to the new week in town.
  North and East of the city, however, snow and areas of freezing rain will mix with that rain.
  In these areas, a Winter Weather Advisory is in effect until 1:00 p.m.
  These are issued when travel issues are possible for wintry weather.
  In today’s case, that wintry weather is that potentially slick mix.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center)
  Most of the moisture will lift out of t
  
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• Survey vs. census: Understanding how the federal government counts us

  03-01-2021 12:30 via post-gazette.com
  
  The American Community Survey is a federal effort distinct from the U.S. Census that’s conducted every 10 years.
  
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• Better Business Bureau Warns Of Scams As Stimulus Checks Arrive

  03-01-2021 09:19
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — If you check your bank account, you might see that the new round of stimulus checks has started going out.
  That means scammers are using phone calls, texts, emails, and robocalls are trying to separate people from their money.
  The Better Business Bureau says it’s gotten reports of scammers telling people they need to provide personal information to get the money.
  The Bureau says there are no processing feels involved with the stimulus checks
  
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• Temporary Coronavirus Restrictions In Pa. Set To Expire On Monday

  03-01-2021 06:21
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Less than 48 hours remain until the latest Coronavirus restrictions are lifted across Pennsylvania.
  It’s a day that many restaurant and bar owners had hoped to see sooner — but are excited nonetheless.
  Restrictions on indoor dining capacity limits will still remain in place, so there will be no packing into restaurants anytime soon.
  RELATED STORIESCOVID-19 In Pennsylvania: Dept. Of Health Will Not Lift Restrictions, Indoor Dining Ban B
  
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• Satellite offices gave Pa. voters more options to cast early ballots in person. Were they worth it?

  03-01-2021 06:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Of the state’s 67 counties, six of the most highly populated decided to open auxiliary offices. Just one has firm plans to continue using them in the future.
  
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• For nurses and other superheroes, the job is never done

  03-01-2021 06:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  “The Vitals: True Nurse Stories” debuted in December and quickly became one of Marvel Comics’ most-read digital titles of 2020.
  
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• Three People Injured In House Fire On Perryview Avenue

  03-01-2021 04:16
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Three people were injured in a house fire on Perryview Avenue on Saturday night.According to first responders, the fire began around 8:30 p.m.The flames appear to have been extinguished but crews remain on scene.The condition of the three injured people is not known at this time.Stay With KDKA.com For More Details
  
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• West Virginia Federal Probation Officer Shot And Killed His Wife Then Himself

  03-01-2021 03:34
  
  BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. (AP) — A supervisory federal probation officer in West Virginia shot and killed his wife, then took his own life on New Year’s Day, Bridgeport Police Chief John Walker told The Exponent Telegram.
  Kelly Zummo and Vincent Zummo were arguing outside of their Bridgeport home when Vincent Zummo began shooting at his wife late on Friday morning, Walker said. Responding officers found Kelly Zummo, 48, dead in a vehicle that had crashed into a home on an adjacent street, Wa
  
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• Pa. Turnpike continues annual 6% toll hike but otherwise weathers pandemic's deep financial hit

  03-01-2021 03:11 via post-gazette.com
  
  This year’s toll hike includes a 45% surcharge for drivers who don’t use E-ZPass to reflect the actual cost of sending them a bill by mail.
  
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• CCAC Offering ‘How To Lose Your Pittsburgh Accent’ Class

  03-01-2021 02:49
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Yinz goin’ dahntahn, n’at?If that made sense to you, chances are you know what a Pittsburgh accent sounds like and likely either have one yourself or know how to speak “Pittsburghese.”Now, if you don’t like having a Pittsburgh accent and want to shed it, Community College of Allegheny County has a two-session class for you.“How To Lose Your Pittsburgh Accent” is being offered at CCAC beginning on January 2
  
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• Vote For This Pittsburgh Superfan Into The Ford Hall of Fans

  03-01-2021 02:05
  
  You’ve heard of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, but have you heard of the Ford Hall of Fans? That’s right…there is a wing in the Hall of Fame just for Superfans!Joey Thurby, from our local Neighborhood Ford Store, explains this contest to the Fan N’ation audience.Plus, we get a taste of what it’s like to be an inductee from local Pittsburgher Rick Holman, who was inducted into the inaugural Class in 2019.Then, we meet Beaver Co. resident and Pittsburgh Steelers Supe
  
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• Mix up a ‘Bloody Myron’ for Your Next Tailgate

  03-01-2021 02:04
  
  In other cities, they call this a Bloody Mary. But in the City of Champions, we call it a ‘Bloody Myron’. Created by Ford Hall of Fans nominee Justin Laveing, this tasty drink is an excellent choice to make for your next tailgate or game day party!
  Here are the ingredients for you to create your own ‘Bloody Myron’ at home:BLOODY MYRONINGREDIENTS:
  Ice
  Crispy Bacon
  Celery Stalk
  Peppered Beef Jerky
  Olives
  PepperoncinisShrimp
  1 Oz Vodka
  1 Oz Lemon Juice
  Frank’s Red Hot
  
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• Robert Morris Men’s Basketball Cancels Game Due To Positive COVID-19 Test

  03-01-2021 01:18
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  MOON TOWNSHIP (KDKA) – The Robert Morris Men’s Basketball team has canceled its game scheduled for tonight against Milwaukee due to a positive case of COVID-19 within the RMU program.“The health and safety of the RMU and Moon Township community remain paramount as RMU Athletics continues to follow university, local, state, and national guidelines in response to the global pandemic,” RMU Athletics said on its website.This marks the fifth time RMU has
  
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• Gibson’s 8 Three-Pointers Helps Oklahoma To 75-71 Win Over WVU

  03-01-2021 00:59
  
  NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Umoja Gibson made eight 3-pointers and scored a season-high 29 points, and Oklahoma recovered after blowing an 18-point halftime lead to beat No. 9 West Virginia 75-71 on Saturday.
  The Sooners (6-1, 2-1 Big 12) have won three straight and four of five against the Mountaineers (8-3, 1-2), including a season sweep in 2019-20. The Sooners also have won four of their last seven games against ranked opponents.
  Taz Sherman and Jalen Bridges had 19 points each for West Virgin
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Winter Weather Advisory To Be Issued Early Sunday Morning

  03-01-2021 00:51
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A Winter Weather Advisory will go into effect at 3:00 a.m. for a number of counties in western Pennsylvania and will be in place until 1:00 p.m.Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center
  Westmoreland and the Fayette ridges, along with Somerset, Indiana, Garret, and eastern Preston counties will be at risk for an early wintry mix which could make roads slick.WEATHER LINKS:Current Conditions | School Delays & Closings | Local Radar | Weather App | Photos
  By noon, most of all p
  
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• Woman In Critical Condition Following Shooting In Wilkinsburg

  03-01-2021 00:12
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  WILKINSBURG (KDKA) – Allegheny County Police are investigating a shooting that left a woman in critical condition in Wilkinsburg.According to county police, just before 3:00 p.m., Wilkinsburg Police officers were called to the 1200 block of Morrow Street for reports of a shooting and once on the scene, they found a woman who had been shot in the neck.She was taken to the hospital and is currently in critical condition.Wilkinsburg Police then requested the assistance
  
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