• ‘One Of Our Favorite Neighbors’: Tributes Pour In After Death Of Joanne Rogers, Widow Of Fred Rogers

    ‘One Of Our Favorite Neighbors’: Tributes Pour In After Death Of Joanne Rogers, Widow Of Fred Rogers
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Tributes are pouring in following the death of Joanne Rogers, the widow of Fred Rogers.
    She died Thursday at the age of 92, according to Fred Rogers Productions and the McFeely-Rogers Foundation. The couple was married for 50 years before Fred Rogers, of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood fame, died in 2003 of stomach cancer at the age of 74.
    RELATED STORIES:‘I Loved It’: Joanne Rogers Reacts To Mister Rogers Movie After Second Trailer
  • Tributes Pour In After Death Of Joanne Rogers, Widow Of Fred Rogers

    Tributes Pour In After Death Of Joanne Rogers, Widow Of Fred Rogers
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Tributes are pouring in following the death of Joanne Rogers, the widow of Fred Rogers.
    She died Thursday at the age of 92, according to Fred Rogers Productions and the McFeely-Rogers Foundation. The couple was married for 50 years before Fred Rogers, of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood fame, died in 2003 of stomach cancer at the age of 74.‘I Loved It’: Joanne Rogers Reacts To Mister Rogers Movie After Second Trailer Is Released
    Joann
  • Carnegie Mellon University Sets Up On-Campus Lab To Conduct Student COVID-19 Testing

    Carnegie Mellon University Sets Up On-Campus Lab To Conduct Student COVID-19 Testing
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Carnegie Mellon University is now testing all asymptomatic students for COVID-19 once a week.
    It’s a change from the fall semester when CMU only tested a handful of students each week.
    The new strategy, called Tartan Testing, will also handle analysis for faculty, staff and on-campus dining and custodial workers.
    The school has set up an on-campus lab to handle all the tests.
    The lab, located in the Pittsburgh Technology Center, is being run
  • 1 Killed In Clairton House Fire

    1 Killed In Clairton House Fire
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    CLAIRTON, Pa. (KDKA) – One person is dead after a house fire in Clairton.
    A fire broke out at a home on Boundary Avenue before 10 a.m. Thursday.
    (Photo Credit: KDKA)
    There were reports of people inside when the fire started. The volunteer fire department says there was one fatality.
    It’s unclear if there are any other injuries. The victim was not identified and no details about the fire’s cause have been released.
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  • Joanne Rogers, widow of Fred Rogers, dies at 92

    Joanne Rogers, widow of Fred Rogers, dies at 92
    Ms. Rogers was integral in preserving the values of kindness and respect championed by her late husband long after his death.
  • Joanne Rogers, widow of Fred Rogers, dies

    Joanne Rogers, widow of Fred Rogers, dies
    Ms. Rogers was integral in preserving the values of kindness and respect championed by her late husband long after his death.
  • Man Pulled From Ohio River Dies

    Man Pulled From Ohio River Dies
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A man pulled from the Ohio River has died.
    Pittsburgh Police say River Rescue pulled a man out of the water near the West End Bridge Thursday afternoon.(Photo: KDKA Photojournalist Steve Willing)
    When River Rescue found the 35-year-old, they began CPR before taking him to the boathouse near PNC Park. Medics then took him to the hospital in critical condition.
    Police are investigating. The man has not been identified.
  • Prosecutors: Kyle Rittenhouse Made White Supremacist Hand Gesture, Had Proud Boys Anthem Sung To Him At Bar After Plea

    Prosecutors: Kyle Rittenhouse Made White Supremacist Hand Gesture, Had Proud Boys Anthem Sung To Him At Bar After Plea
    KENOSHA, Wis. (CBS Chicago/CBS News) — Prosecutors in Kenosha County, Wisconsin said in a filing Wednesday that Kyle Rittenhouse flashed white power hand gestures and had the Proud Boys’ anthem sung to him in a Wisconsin bar last week.
    Rittenhouse is accused of shooting and killing two people and wounding a third during civil unrest in Kenosha days after the shooting of Jacob Blake by police there. He was spotted at Pudgy’s Pub in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin on Tuesday, Jan.
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  • Joanne Rogers, Widow Of Fred Rogers, Dies At Age 92

    Joanne Rogers, Widow Of Fred Rogers, Dies At Age 92
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Joanne Rogers, the widow of Pittsburgh icon Fred Rogers, has died. She was 92.
    Fred Rogers died in 2003.
    Joanne has been a very visible figure recently.
    “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood,” starring Tom Hanks as her husband was released in 2019.
    Of the movie, she said, “”I loved it. I think Tom is a genius, almost. I want to give credit — Tom Hanks has gotten lots and lots of good press and he deserves every bit of
  • Pittsburgh Steelers WR Chase Claypool Says Cleveland Browns Were ‘Super Classless’

    Pittsburgh Steelers WR Chase Claypool Says Cleveland Browns Were ‘Super Classless’
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool called the Cleveland Browns “super classless” towards one of his teammates. “If the Browns had won with more class, then I wouldn’t have been so salty.”@ChaseClaypool explains all the back and forth from the past week. pic.twitter.com/AN3Mvib7M0
    — DAZN Canada (@DAZN_CA) January 13, 2021In an interview with DAZN Canada, the rookie wide receiver had some criticism f
  • Janet McCall retiring from Contemporary Craft

    Janet McCall retiring from Contemporary Craft
    Janet McCall, a creative leader, led Contemporary Craft in its move from the Strip District to Lawrenceville during the pandemic.
  • Core Background Extras Sought For Netflix Series Filming In Pittsburgh

    Core Background Extras Sought For Netflix Series Filming In Pittsburgh
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A new Netflix series filming in Pittsburgh is looking for paid core background actors.“The Chair” will film in Shadyside and star Sandra Oh and Jay Duplass. The six-episode dramedy was written by executive producer and showrunner Amanda Peet and executive produced by Bernie Caulfield, David Benioff and D.B. Weiss from Game of Thrones.
    It requires full availability between Jan. 27 to Feb. 27, including some weekends. There are five day
  • School Therapist In Ohio Charged Over Capitol Hill Riots

    School Therapist In Ohio Charged Over Capitol Hill Riots
    CLEVELAND (AP) — A Cleveland school occupational therapist who resigned after the riots at the U.S. Capitol was charged Thursday with taking part in the breach.
    Christine Priola, 49, was arrested at her home and charged with entering a restricted building, violent entry and unlawful activities on Capitol grounds, said FBI spokeswoman Vicki Anderson.
    Court documents don’t list an attorney for Priola, and a phone number listed for her has been disconnected.
    RELATED STORY: Ohio School T
  • St. Vincent De Paul Thrift Store In Coraopolis Burglarized Twice

    St. Vincent De Paul Thrift Store In Coraopolis Burglarized Twice
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    CORAOPOLIS, Pa. (KDKA) — Coraopolis police are investigating after the Saint Vincent de Paul thrift store was burglarized twice, with the suspect breaking through the glass doors both times.
    Police say the first burglary happened on Christmas Eve when a man took $1,300 from a safe.
    On Jan. 4, a man took the entire safe with about $2,300 inside.
    (Photo: Provided)
    Both burglaries happened after 11 p.m. and each time the alleged burglar broke through the glass doors to
  • Survey: Most Americans Said They Will Get COVID-19 Vaccination

    Survey: Most Americans Said They Will Get COVID-19 Vaccination
    TAMPA (CBSMiami) – While a majority of Americans say they will probably get a COVID-19 vaccination, many remain concerned about the safety of recently approved vaccines, according to a nationwide survey conducted by the University of South Florida.
    According to the survey’s findings, more than a third (38 percent) said that they “will definitely get vaccinated” in the coming months. More than half (59 percent) said they would either “definitely” or “prob
  • Man Pulled From Ohio River; Hospitalized In Critical Condition

    Man Pulled From Ohio River; Hospitalized In Critical Condition
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A man pulled from the Ohio River was taken to the hospital in critical condition.
    Pittsburgh Police say River Rescue pulled a man out of the water near the West End Bridge Thursday afternoon.
    (Photo: KDKA Photojournalist Steve Willing)
    When River Rescue found the 35-year-old, they began CPR before taking him to the boathouse near PNC Park. Medics then took him to the hospital in critical condition.
    Police are investigating.
  • Game Commission: 5 Juveniles Facing Charges For Deer-Killing ‘Crime Spree’ Across Northwestern Pennsylvania

    Game Commission: 5 Juveniles Facing Charges For Deer-Killing ‘Crime Spree’ Across Northwestern Pennsylvania
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    HARRISBURG (KDKA) – Five juveniles are facing charges in a deer-killing “crime spree” across northwestern Pennsylvania.The Pennsylvania Game Commission says the juveniles killed or attempted to kill 14 deer over the course of several months in Erie and Crawford counties.
    Officials say 11 full or partial deer carcasses have been found in connection with the illegal killings.The Erie County Warden Michael Stutts was assisted by the Overt Special Investigati
  • Pittsburgh Steelers Tight Ends Coach James Daniel Retiring After 17 Seasons

    Pittsburgh Steelers Tight Ends Coach James Daniel Retiring After 17 Seasons
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Steelers’ long-time tight ends coach James Daniel is retiring after 17 seasons.
    The team made the announcement Thursday afternoon. Daniel was originally hired by former head coach Bill Cowher in 2004.We have announced the retirement of long-time tight ends coach, James Daniel.
    — Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) January 14, 2021Daniel began his coaching career in 1993 with the New York Giants before going to Atalanta.
    “I wish J
  • Target Closing Stores On Thanksgiving Day

    Target Closing Stores On Thanksgiving Day
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – It’s not yet Valentine’s Day, but stores are already announcing their Thanksgiving plans.Target says it won’t be open on Thanksgiving for the second year in a row. The retailer said the response to its closure last year was so positive, they’ll do it again this year.The company closed stores to minimize crowds and help guests take the stress out of holiday shopping.There are multiple Target stores in Pittsburgh, including o
  • COVID-19 In Pittsburgh: Pirates Looking To Make PNC Park A Mass Coronavirus Vaccination Site

    COVID-19 In Pittsburgh: Pirates Looking To Make PNC Park A Mass Coronavirus Vaccination Site
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pittsburgh Pirates say they are working with their partners at Allegheny Health Network and Highmark to possibly use PNC Park as a COVID-19 vaccination center.
    The Pirates say the spaciousness of the ballpark can allow for social distancing while the vaccine is administered.
    It appears that no plans have been finalized, but the organization says they want to do what they can to help the community during the pandemic.
    Here is their full stateme
  • Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto Announces Reelection Campaign

    Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto Announces Reelection Campaign
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto is running for reelection.
    Peduto announced Thursday afternoon he’s campaigning to be reelected as Pittsburgh’s mayor.It would be his third term as mayor.
    Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
  • Humane Animal Rescue Undergoes Rebranding, Adds ‘Pittsburgh’ To Their Name

    Humane Animal Rescue Undergoes Rebranding, Adds ‘Pittsburgh’ To Their Name
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — In times like these, we can all use a fuzzy, four-legged friend to put a smile on our face. It’s also in times like these, when Humane Animal Rescue’s CEO Dan Rossi said some necessary changes needed to happen.
    “The rebrand is the result of us really looking at who we are and wanting to better represent that to the community,” said Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh CEO Dan Rossi.
    (Photo Credit: KDKA)
    A new logo, with a new message, and a new nam
  • Police recover priest's motorcycles that were stolen last month

    Police recover priest's motorcycles that were stolen last month
    Two men face charges over bikes stolen from McKees Rocks rectory garage
  • COVID-19 In Pennsylvania: State Health Dept. Announces 7,175 New Cases Of Coronavirus, 313 Additional Deaths

    COVID-19 In Pennsylvania: State Health Dept. Announces 7,175 New Cases Of Coronavirus, 313 Additional Deaths
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    HARRISBURG (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting 7,175 new cases of Coronavirus and 313 additional deaths.
    The statewide total number of cases has risen to 748,564 since Wednesday’s report, according to the state’s data.
    There are currently 5,069 people across the state hospitalized with COVID-19 infections. Of those hospitalized, 1,035 patients are in the ICU.
    The statewide death toll has risen to 18,742.
    There are 3,427,975 residen
  • COVID-19 Update: Allegheny County approaches 63,000 cases, reports three new deaths

    COVID-19 Update: Allegheny County approaches 63,000 cases, reports three new deaths
    The death toll in Allegheny County reached 1,181 in Thursday’s reporting from the county health department.
  • Pittsburgh Steelers Decline To Renew Contract Of Offensive Coordinator Randy Fichtner, Two Other Coaches

    Pittsburgh Steelers Decline To Renew Contract Of Offensive Coordinator Randy Fichtner, Two Other Coaches
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — After a disappointing post-season, it the Pittsburgh Steelers are parting ways with offensive coordinator Randy Fichtner. The organization announced changes to the coaching staff Thursday that included parting ways with Fichtner, offensive line coach Shaun Sarrett and defensive backs coach Tom Bradley.
    “I want to thank all three of the coaches for their commitment and dedication to the Pittsburgh Steelers,” said Head Coach Mike Tomlin in a statement. “
  • Security Heightened At Pennsylvania Capitol, Barriers And Police Added

    Security Heightened At Pennsylvania Capitol, Barriers And Police Added
    HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The agency that protects the Pennsylvania Capitol building says officials aren’t aware of specific threats to the facility but are bolstering security measures.
    Troy Thompson with the Department of General Services, which oversees Capitol Police, said Thursday there are additional officers inside and out.
    Barriers have been erected outside the ornate building in recent days.
    Thompson says Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf hasn’t issued an order to close the downto
  • COVID-19 In Pittsburgh: Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Reports 499 New Coronavirus Cases, 3 Additional Deaths

    COVID-19 In Pittsburgh: Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Reports 499 New Coronavirus Cases, 3 Additional Deaths
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is reporting 499 new Coronavirus cases and three additional deaths.
    Of the newly reported cases, 298 are confirmed from 1,277 PCR tests. There are 201 probable cases.
    The Health Department says new cases range in age from 11 months to 105 years with a median age of 43 years. The dates of positive tests range from Nov. 23 to Jan. 13 with 26 tests more than a week old. The health department says it&rs
  • Report: Pittsburgh Steelers Fire Offensive Coordinator Randy Fichtner

    Report: Pittsburgh Steelers Fire Offensive Coordinator Randy Fichtner
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — After a disappointing post-season, it appears the Pittsburgh Steelers are parting ways with offensive coordinator Randy Fichtner.NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero first reporting that the Steelers have fired Fichtner.
    The #Steelers are parting ways with OC Randy Fichtner, source said. His contract won't be renewed.
    — Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) January 14, 2021
  • Governor asked to intervene on Plum wastewater injection well

    Governor asked to intervene on Plum wastewater injection well
    Groups have concerns about radioactivity in shale gas drilling wastewater leading to contamination drinking water supply in Pittsburgh
  • Harrisburg prepares for the worst ahead of inauguration

    Harrisburg prepares for the worst ahead of inauguration
    Gov. Tom Wolf has ordered the Pennsylvania Capitol closed for two days next week around the swearing-in of three statewide officials and the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden
  • Despite no specific threats, Harrisburg prepares for the worst ahead of inauguration

    Despite no specific threats, Harrisburg prepares for the worst ahead of inauguration
    Gov. Tom Wolf has ordered the Pennsylvania Capitol closed for two days next week around the swearing-in of three statewide officials and the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden
  • PTL Links: January 14, 2021

    PTL Links: January 14, 2021
    Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:The Rage Room
    Pittsburgh Magazine’s Hal B. Klein
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    CCI Puppy Cam!
    PTL Puppy Penguin on Facebook
    PTL Puppy Penguin on Twitter
    Canine Companions for Independence on InstagramPTL Weekend Guide:CMOA Artist Talk
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    The Talk With Rocky BleierPittsburgh Today Live On Social Media:Facebook
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  • 8 In 10 Americans Plan To Splurge When Things Return To Normal After COVID

    8 In 10 Americans Plan To Splurge When Things Return To Normal After COVID
    (CBS Minnesota) — The COVID pandemic is still raging in America, though a number of vaccines are starting to give people a sense that there’s light at the end of the tunnel. A new survey shows many people are planning for a splurge when things return to normal.
    A new survey by Lending Tree shows eight in 10 Americans who plan to get vaccinated say they’re planning a splurge after it happens, something like a fancy dinner or a vacation.
    But, 15% say they don’t feel like th
  • Renowned Magician Siegfried Fischbacher Dies At Age 81

    Renowned Magician Siegfried Fischbacher Dies At Age 81
    (CBS Local/AP)— Illusionist Siegfried Fischbacher, the surviving member of the duo Siegfried & Roy, has died in Las Vegas at age 81, according to the German news agency dpa.
    FILE — Siegfried Fischbacher attends the Academy Of Magical Arts 50th Anniversary Gala at The Magic Castle on Jan. 2, 2013, in Hollywood, Calif. (Getty Images)
    The news agency said Thursday that Fischbacher’s sister, a nun who lives in Munich, confirmed his death of cancer.
    “He was at home in Las
  • Gun Confiscated At Pittsburgh International Airport Main Checkpoint

    Gun Confiscated At Pittsburgh International Airport Main Checkpoint
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – TSA screeners and Allegheny County Police confiscated a gun at the main checkpoint of Pittsburgh International Airport on Thursday morning.According to county police, around 7:15 a.m., TSA screeners observed a loaded, .22 caliber handgun inside of a passenger’s carry-on luggage at the main security checkpoint.Allegheny County Police were alerted to the finding and it was determined the woman had a valid concealed carry permit and left the gu
  • Police Arrest Third Suspect In Nashville In Connection To Caitlyn Kaufman’s Death

    Police Arrest Third Suspect In Nashville In Connection To Caitlyn Kaufman’s Death
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    NASHVILLE (KDKA) – A third person has been arrested in connection to the murder of a Butler County native in Nashville.Police say Dimeneshia Carter helped one of the men accused in the death of Caitlyn Kaufman.RELATED STORIES:
    26-Year-Old Nurse From Butler County Shot, Killed While Driving To Work In Tennessee
    Nashville Man Arrested In Murder Of Butler County Native And Nurse Caitlyn Kaufman
    Nashville Police Identify 2nd Suspect Wanted For Murder Of Butler Co. Native
  • Finding Joy: Staying Entertained And Happy During The COVID-19 Pandemic

    Finding Joy: Staying Entertained And Happy During The COVID-19 Pandemic
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – It is so easy to slip into a funk right now with the Steelers done, social distancing, the weather, and worrying about getting Covid. So how do you reach out and find the sun, the hope, the joy in your life?
    When we took to the streets of Pittsburgh with the question, “What do you miss the most during this pandemic time?” we got these responses:
    “Seeing people’s emotion on their face. Honestly, because I like seeing people’s smiles and stuf
  • Is Your Dog Happy? AI-Powered Dog Collar ‘Translates’ Barks Into Emotions

    Is Your Dog Happy? AI-Powered Dog Collar ‘Translates’ Barks Into Emotions
    MIAMI (CBSMiami) — Imagine being able to talk to your pet, not a one way conversation, but really understand what they are saying when they bark or meow.
    It’s happening thanks to a high-tech dog collar which is giving canines a new voice, analyzing barks so owners know how their pets are feeling.
    The AI-powered collar from Petpuls compares a dog’s bark to a database of more than 10-thousand samples from 50 breeds of canines, big and small.
    “With this device we, humans, ca
  • Congressional Investigators Looking Into Riots On Capitol Hill

    Congressional Investigators Looking Into Riots On Capitol Hill
    WASHINGTON (KDKA) – It’s something that has been mentioned, but is now being investigated.Were there people on the inside, including members of Congress, giving tours to rioters last week?
    It’s something that is being looked at and reviewed. There’s also talk that Capitol Police may have helped President Donald Trump supporters.
    According to Representative Tim Ryan of Ohio, there are a lot of videos out there of what happened at the U.S. Capitol that investigators will be
  • National traffic deaths spike dramatically despite less miles driven during pandemic

    National traffic deaths spike dramatically despite less miles driven during pandemic
    Officials said the death rate rose early last year, but actual deaths went up 13.1% from July to September, highest in more than 12 years.
  • Pittsburgh Weather: Warm Thursday Gives Way To Colder Weekend

    Pittsburgh Weather: Warm Thursday Gives Way To Colder Weekend
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Good morning!We finally had the weather do what we expected it to do yesterday.
    It’s about time.
    On Wednesday, we popped 43 degrees for the high, and highs today will likely be warmer than that.
    WEATHER LINKS:Current Conditions | School Delays & Closings | Local Radar | Weather App | Photos
    That’s even with a rain and snow chance to start off the day with a couple of scattered snow showers and sprinkles around this morning.Daily averages: High: 35, Low:
  • Car Slams Into Pole In South Side Slopes

    Car Slams Into Pole In South Side Slopes
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – It was a shocking wake up for a lot of residents in the South Side Slopes early this morning.A car slammed into a pole in the 3100 block of Josephine Street around 4:00 a.m. on Thursday morning.The crash occurred near Monogahela Park.A tow truck was called to the scene and cleaned up the scene.The condition of the driver is not known.Stay With KDKA.com For More Details
  • Allegheny County Police Investigating Deadly Shooting In Wilkinsburg

    Allegheny County Police Investigating Deadly Shooting In Wilkinsburg
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    WILKINSBURG (KDKA) – Allegheny County Police are assisting Wilkinsburg Police with a fatal shooting investigation.Just after 3:00 a.m. police responded to a call of shots fired in the 1900 block of Wright Street. Once on the scene, they found an adult male had been shot inside a residence.He was pronounced dead at the scene.Allegheny County Police homicide detectives began an investigation.
    They are asking anyone with information to call the Allegheny County Police T
  • ‘We’re Asking For Your Patience:’ Allegheny County Officials Address Vaccine Rollout Plans

    ‘We’re Asking For Your Patience:’ Allegheny County Officials Address Vaccine Rollout Plans
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – In western Pennsylvania, there has been a big focus on the slow rollout of COVID-19 vaccines. Allegheny County leaders addressed the concerns about the delays and that many people will have to wait to be vaccinated.There are two main holdups: Allegheny County has a lot of healthcare workers due to all of the health networks in the city and the other issue is supply.Allegheny County can’t predict when more vaccines will arrive but the hope is that they will soon.RE
  • Driver Rescued From SUV After Going Over Hillside In Wilkinsburg

    Driver Rescued From SUV After Going Over Hillside In Wilkinsburg
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    WILKINSBURG (KDKA) – A driver was rescued from their SUV on Wednesday after driving over a hillside in Wilkinsburg.The accident occurred along Pennwood Avenue.The SUV got caught up on some trees and needed to be pulled out by a tow truck.
    No injuries were reported.
  • COVID-19 In Pittsburgh: Allegheny County Health Department Orders Two Businesses To Close

    COVID-19 In Pittsburgh: Allegheny County Health Department Orders Two Businesses To Close
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Two local businesses were ordered to close due to violating COVID-19 mitigation restrictions.The Allegheny County Health Department said that violations were observed at Reese’s Super Club in Duquesne and The Warehouse in Allentown.Meanwhile, four restaurants in western Pennsylvania were ordered to close by Pennsylvania’s Department of Agriculture for their defiance of indoor dining restrictions.Those restaurants included Rough Cut Tav
  • Findlay Township Police Investigating Hit & Run At Parks And Recreation Complex

    Findlay Township Police Investigating Hit & Run At Parks And Recreation Complex
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    FINDLAY TOWNSHIP (KDKA) – Findlay Township Police are asking for help in their investigation of a hit and run accident.According to a Facebook post from the department, the accident caused “significant damage” to the property at the Findlay Township Parks and Recreation Complex.Police believe the suspect was driving a silver Honda Accord, either a 2006 or 2007 model.They also believe the car will have significant damage to the driver’s side of the c
  • Pennsylvania Firearm Background Check System Sees Record Volume In Fourth Quarter 2020

    Pennsylvania Firearm Background Check System Sees Record Volume In Fourth Quarter 2020
    By: KDKA-TV News Staff
    HARRISBURG (KDKA) – The Pennsylvania State Police announced that the fourth quarter of 2020 was the busiest in the history of their firearm background check system, the Pennsylvania Instant Check System.This was the second straight record-setting quarter, beating the record set in the third quarter of 2020.According to state police, 420,581 checks were conducted between October 1, 2020, and December 31, 2020.Of those 420,581 checks, 7,458 persons were denied and 1,31
  • ‘There’s A Lot Of Work Ahead:’ Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin Preparing For Offseason Of Change

    ‘There’s A Lot Of Work Ahead:’ Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin Preparing For Offseason Of Change
    PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Tomlin understands change is inevitable, though the longtime Pittsburgh Steelers head coach also knows his organization has avoided it more than most.
    Probably not this time.
    A blowout playoff loss at home to Cleveland still fresh, Tomlin allowed on Wednesday that the upheaval could be significant over the next few months. On the surface, an 11-0 start and an AFC North title looks like a wildly successful season. In most places it is.
    It’s not in Pittsburgh. An

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