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• Port Authority wins national award for tool that helps riders determine how crowded a bus is

  01-02-2021 23:47 via post-gazette.com
  
  Port Authority’s Room2Ride tool to help riders during the pandemic won the Innovations in Transit Performance Measurement Challenge.
  
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• Fiasco At Pennsylvania State Department Leads To Secretary’s Resignation And Upends Sexual Abuse Survivors’ Ability To Sue

  01-02-2021 23:20
  
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) – Pennsylvania’s Secretary of State Kathy Boockvar is resigning over her office’s failure to advertise a proposed constitutional amendment.
  That failure means voters cannot approve a measure this year that would allow victims of child sexual abuse more time to sue their predators.
  A key recommendation of the Grand Jury on the sexual abuse of children by priests was straightforward: barred from suing for abuse that happened years ago, the Grand Jury said to giv
  
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• Penguins’ 2 Games Against Devils This Week Postponed Due To Coronavirus Concerns

  01-02-2021 23:17
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pittsburgh Penguins’ two-game series this week against the New Jersey Devils has been postponed due to coronavirus concerns.
  The NHL announced Monday that New Jersey’s games through at least Saturday have been postponed after four more players on the team were added to the NHL’s COVID Protocol Related Absence list.“As an appropriate precaution, the team’s training facilities have been closed to all Players on the
  
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• New Survey Ranks Pittsburgh As The Best City For Football Fans

  01-02-2021 23:08
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Tell us something we don’t know.
  A new survey ranks Pittsburgh as the best place for football fans to live and love the game.
  WalletHub has released its 2021 Best and Worst Cities for Football Fans survey ahead of Super Bowl LV next weekend.
  The survey compares more than 240 United States cities with at least one college or professional football team. They gathered their data using 21 key factors including the number of NFL and college footb
  
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• Report: Penguins’ Game Tuesday Against Devils Postponed Due To Coronavirus Concerns

  01-02-2021 23:02
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pittsburgh Penguins’ home game Tuesday against the New Jersey Devils has reportedly been postponed due to coronavirus protocols.
  Josh Yohe of The Atletic reported Monday that the Devils have left the city. Kevin Weekes of the NHL Network says the Devils have coronavirus concerns within the team.Just was told Devils at Penguins won’t be happening tomorrow. Covid related. The Devils were already in Pittsburgh but have since left town
  
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• Stimulus Check: Will GOP Counteroffer Affect Biden’s $1.9 Trillion Relief Package?

  01-02-2021 22:58
  
  (CBS Detroit) — The Biden administration recently proposed a $1.9 trillion economic relief package. The American Rescue Plan, as it is known, would include a $1,400 stimulus check, additional unemployment insurance, a bigger child tax credit and a lot more if passed as is. It may not pass as is, however.
  While changes are possible, it is still unclear what those changes would be and how they would affect the overall package. Direct payments, which have bipartisan support, will likely remai
  
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• Use Noisemakers, Consider An Outdoor Projector: CDC Urges Safe, Physically-Distant Super Bowl Watch Parties

  01-02-2021 22:47
  
  LOS ANGELES (CBSLA) — With millions of football fans getting ready to watch the Kansas City Chiefs and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers face off at this Sunday’s Super Bowl, the CDC has a few tips on how to stay safe while enjoying the big game.
  TAMPA, FLORIDA – JANUARY 31: An aerial view of Raymond James Stadium ahead of Super Bowl LV on January 31, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
  Not surprisingly, experts from the Centers for Disease Control and Preventio
  
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• Report: Pittsburgh Steelers Promoting Adrian Klemm To Offensive Line Coach

  01-02-2021 22:39
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly promoting Adrian Klemm to offensive line coach.The news comes from a source for Ian Rapoport.The #Steelers are promoting Adrian Klemm to offensive line coach after he served as the team’s assistant OL coach for the previous two seasons, source said. The former #Patriots draft pick spent several years with UCLA coaching before joining Pittsburgh.
  — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) February 1, 2021Klemm was
  
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• Pittsburgh Pirates To Host Fans At Spring Training In Florida

  01-02-2021 22:16
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BRADENTON, Fla (KDKA) — The Pittsburgh Pirates say they plan to host fans for spring training games at LECOM Park in Florida.In a release on Monday, the team said they are planning for approximately 25 percent capacity at the ballpark. Tickets will be available in seat pod allotments of two and four per purchase. LECOM Park is set to host 17 spring training games.
  “All seating arrangements are being made in accordance with health and safety protocols with the r
  
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• ‘It Was A Complete Cave’: Family Stuck Shoveling To Surface As Snow Buries Tahoe Cabin

  01-02-2021 22:16
  
  TAHOE CITY, Calif. (KOVR-TV) – It’s an incredible sea of white in Tahoe City. The Heller family went to bed in their cabin, but they woke up in a snow cave. Their house was completely covered in fresh powder. It would take them hours to shovel their way to the surface.
  “We still have more to do,” said Mary Heller. “You know you get a little bit excited when you see something different, but I was nervous too. I felt a little claustrophobic and it made me worried
  
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• Heinz History Center Offering Free Virtual Programs During Black History Month

  01-02-2021 22:16
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Heinz History Center is presenting a series of free virtual programs throughout Black History Month.
  Here are the programs being offered, according to a press release from the History Center:
  Exploring the Black Family with the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
  “The Bonds of Family and Legacy”
  Thursday, Feb. 11 · 6-7 p.m.
  In partnership with the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, this program will explore the Black family, a
  
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• Pennsylvania Man Charged With Assaulting Federal Officer At US Capitol

  01-02-2021 21:57
  
  PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A Bucks County, Pennsylvania, man has been charged with assaulting a federal officer after federal investigators say he pushed over a fence and knocked an officer to the ground during the violent siege at the U.S. Capitol in early January.
  Charges including assaulting an officer, obstructing an officer during their official duties and obstructing an official proceeding were filed against Ryan Samsel late last week, according to federal court documents that were unsealed
  
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• Hill District cafe launched amid revitalization effort

  01-02-2021 21:57 via post-gazette.com
  
  CARES CommuniTEA Cafe opens in Centre Heldman Plaza
  
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• Antonio Brown Will Get $750,000 Bonus If Tampa Bay Buccaneers Win Super Bowl

  01-02-2021 21:36
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  TAMPA BAY (KDKA) — A former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver is in for a big payday if his team wins the Super Bowl.
  Antonio Brown will secure a $750,000 bonus if the Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, according to ProFootballTalk. The football website says Brown has bonuses, among others, of 35 percent playing time and a Super Bowl win in his contract.
  RELATED STORIES:‘Mission Complete’: Antonio Brown Appears To End Football Car
  
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• State Police Searching For 17-Year-Old Cody Schneider From Cambria County

  01-02-2021 21:27
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  FALLENTIMBER, Pa. (KDKA) – State police are looking for a 17-year-old who ran away from home early Monday morning.
  Police say Cody Schneider from Reade Township in Cambria County left his house on foot around 6 a.m. He was wearing a black jacket, a black AC/DC hoodie, blue jeans and black boots. He was carrying a blue Reebook duffle bag.
  (Photo provided by state police)
  Police say Schneider got a ride from a passerby to the Sheetz convenience store in Bellwood. They
  
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• ‘Saved By The Bell’ Actor Dustin Diamond Dead At 44 Following Cancer Diagnosis

  01-02-2021 21:10
  
  (CBS Los Angeles) – Actor Dustin Diamond, best known for his role as lovable geek Samuel “Screech” Powers on TV’s “Saved By The Bell”, has died, according to a spokesperson.
  Diamond, 44, begun undergoing chemotherapy treatments last month after being diagnosed with cancer, a representative told the Associated Press.
  Dustin Diamond as Screech Powers (Photo by Paul Drinkwater/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images)
  A spokesperson for Diam
  
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• NFL On CBS Talent Share Their Favorite Big Game Memories Ahead Of Super Bowl LV

  01-02-2021 20:29
  
  (CBS Local)- Super Bowl week is officially upon us and the countdown to kickoff in Tampa, Florida between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Kansas City Chiefs has begun. Though the game will almost surely have a different feel than in year’s past due to the COVID-19 pandemic, in the end, memories will be made.
  We all have our favorites. Whether it’s a spectacular play like Santonio Holmes’ “Toe Drag Swag” catch or the David Tyree “Helmet Catch.” Or, it’
  
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• Police: 14-Year-Old Shoots Himself In Arm With Stolen Gun

  01-02-2021 20:23
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BUTLER, Pa. (KDKA) – A Butler teen is in the hospital after he shot himself in the arm with a gun police say he stole.According to police, when they arrived to a house on West New Castle Street for a shooting Friday, they found the 14-year-old with a gunshot wound to his arm. He was flown to UPMC Children’s and was last listed in stable condition.At first, police say the shooting was reported as a robbery. But investigators later learned there were no robbers.
  
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• Pomp & Poni – KDKA-TV and Entercom Launch New Sports Podcast

  01-02-2021 20:14
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) —KDKA-TV is partnering with Entercom to launch a new sports podcast with the area’s two biggest sports broadcasters. Longtime KDKA-TV sportscaster, Bob Pompeani will team up with 93.7 The Fan’s (KDKA-FM) Andrew Fillipponi for a weekly podcast aptly named, Pomp and Poni.The podcast will feature some of the bigger names in sports and take a deeper dive into their careers. Pomp and Poni will kick off their first podcast with legendary CBS Sportscaster Jim Nantz.
  
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• Allegheny County Public Works Urges Caution On Icy Roads

  01-02-2021 20:04
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Conditions have certainly improved from this morning but they have been inconsistent across the area.
  Most main roads are doing better now and many communities are starting to hit their side roads from what KDKA could see going through eastern Allegheny County into Westmoreland and part of Armstrong.
  There were still spots where it looked like no crews had come through for some time or at all.
  Allegheny County Public Works says it has had 24 trucks going since yesterday
  
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• ‘It’s A Literal Race Against The Virus’: Carbon Health’s Dr. Caesar Djavaherian On COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution

  01-02-2021 20:03
  
  (CBS Local)– COVID-19 has been in the United States for more than a year and an important next step in the return to normalcy is the distribution of vaccines nationwide. As states across the country vaccinate seniors and essential workers, a tech-enabled health care provider called Carbon Health is stepping up to assist local governments with the vaccine rollout.
  MORE FROM CBS:South African Covid-19 Variant Found In Baltimore Area
  103-Year-Old Coloradan Among 10,000 Vaccinated At Coor
  
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• Some City Residents Say Plow Trucks Not Doing Their Jobs: ‘They Just Drive Over The Hill And They’re Done’

  01-02-2021 19:42
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Another round of snow has some city of Pittsburgh residents upset again over lack of plowing and salting on their streets.
  Allentown resident Kitty Dally and her neighbor Gail Fry say enough is enough.
  “All we ask them to do is come up and salt the street and plow it a little bit, but they won’t do it,” said Dally.
  Kitty Dally: “He was up this morning and he drove over it.”
  KDKA’s Amy Wadas: ”But he didn’t salt it?”
  
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• West Virginia Medical Marijuana Patient Registration To Start This Week

  01-02-2021 19:35
  
  CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Nearly four years after West Virginia lawmakers allowed a regulatory system to be established for medical cannabis products, eligible residents can start registering to eventually receive them.
  Residents with serious medical conditions can start registering Wednesday at www.medcanwv.org. Patient cards that will be issued will be valid only in West Virginia.
  Getting registered does not mean that products can be obtained immediately because the industry is working to
  
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• Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto Introduces Bill To Make Juneteenth City Holiday

  01-02-2021 19:09
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto is introducing legislation following up on his promise to make Juneteenth a city holiday.
  Last summer, Peduto made Juneteenth a holiday in Pittsburgh by order. The mayor’s office on Monday announced Peduto is taking a bill to City Council to make the holiday official.
  Since June 19 is on a Saturday this year, it will be celebrated June 18.
  The legislation from the Department of Human Services and Civil Service wi
  
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• Pandas Enjoy Snow Day At National Zoo

  01-02-2021 18:49
  
  WASHINGTON (WJZ) — It was pure joy for the pandas at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute Sunday, when they played in the snow.
  The zoo post video of the pandas sliding down a hill and playing in the weather.
  “Slides, somersaults and pure panda joy. Happy snow day from giant pandas Mei Xiang and Tian Tian,” the zoo posted.
  
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• COVID-19 In Pennsylvania: More Than 1M Vaccine Doses Administered

  01-02-2021 18:31
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting a two-day total of 6,839 new cases of Coronavirus and 85 additional deaths. These new numbers come as the state has reached more than 1 million vaccinations.
  The statewide total number of cases has risen to 846,078 since Saturday’s report, according to the state’s data.
  There are currently 3,370 people across the state hospitalized with COVID-19 infections. Of those hospitalized, 695 p
  
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• Super Bowl LV Coverage To Leverage Innovative Technology In Broadcast

  01-02-2021 18:23
  
  (CBS Miami) — Super Bowl LV will have far fewer fans in attendance this year. But the millions of viewers tuning in to watch the Kansas City Chiefs play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will be treated to an unparalleled viewing experience. CBS Sports is poised to introduce a wide array of technology to its coverage of what promises to be one of the most exciting Super Bowls in recent history.
  >>READ: Super Bowl LV ‘An Opportunity For Country To Come Together’ Says CBS Sports Cha
  
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• Pennsylvania Secretary Of State Kathy Boockvar Leaving Wolf Administration After Failure To Advertise Constitutional Amendment

  01-02-2021 18:03
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) – Pennsylvania Secretary Of State Kathy Boockvar is leaving the Wolf administration after the Department of State failed to advertise a constitutional amendment as required before the 2020 general election.HB 963, in response to the child sexual abuse by Catholic clergy, was passed by the legislature in November 2019 and could have been considered this month for second consideration. The constitutional amendment would retroactively extend the timeli
  
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• Pennsylvania Secretary Of State Kathy Boockvar Leaving Job After Failure To Advertise Constitutional Amendment

  01-02-2021 18:03
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA/AP) – Pennsylvania Secretary Of State Kathy Boockvar is leaving the Wolf administration after the Department of State failed to advertise a constitutional amendment as required before the 2020 general election, delaying the required voter referendum for at least two years.HB 963, in response to the child sexual abuse by Catholic clergy, would retroactively extend the timeline victims have to file civil action against their abusers.The General Assembl
  
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• Man Who Made Big Bucks Off GameStop Stock Sends Nintendo Switches To Children’s Hospital

  01-02-2021 17:45
  
  (WCCO/CBS Local) — A Minnesota man has ridden the GameStop stock wave to some big bucks that he’s using on charitable giving.
  Hunter Kahn, 20, cashed in big on last week’s rally that was propelled by an online Reddit forum called “Wall Street Bets.” He bought six Nintendo Switches, and games, to donate to Children’s Minnesota Hospital in Minneapolis.
  “It was a better feeling than waking up in the morning and seeing that [GameStop’s stock price] was
  
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• Confronted with significant flaws in coronavirus data, Pa. corrections officials concede ‘it’s unacceptable’

  01-02-2021 17:24 via post-gazette.com
  
  A five-month analysis by Spotlight PA found large fluctuations in the number of tests administered and unexplained changes to the death count.
  
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• Stress, delays, and confusion still plague jobless in Pennsylvania, and January brought little relief

  01-02-2021 17:14 via post-gazette.com
  
  Pandemic unemployment benefits are a lifeline for more than 400,000 Pennsylvanians who don’t qualify for traditional unemployment. But payments stalled this year and people are struggling.
   
  
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• COVID-19 In Pittsburgh: Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Reports 402 Coronavirus Cases, 1 Additional Death Over 48 Hours

  01-02-2021 17:12
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is reporting 402 new Coronavirus cases and one additional death over the last 48 hours.
  Of the newly reported cases, 366 are confirmed from 2,100 PCR tests. There are 36 probable cases.
  The Health Department says new cases range in age from 2 months to 99 years with a median age of 42 years.
  The dates of positive tests range from Dec. 14 to Jan. 31.
  There have been 69,537 total cases and 4,300 total hospitali
  
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• Rabbi Dr. Abraham J. Twerski, founder of Gateway Rehab, dies at 90

  01-02-2021 16:52 via post-gazette.com
  
  Scholar, author and proponent of treatment for those with addictions
  
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• Cooking With The Crew: Celina’s Cheddar Cheese Melts

  01-02-2021 16:40
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Celina Pompeani is getting ready for Super Sunday snacks with her mom’s delicious recipe for Cheddar Cheese Melts!
  Cheddar Cheese MeltsIngredients:
  -1 lb of bacon—cooked and crumbled-2 cups/16 oz of cheddar cheese-1 4 oz can of sliced black olives-1 cup/8 oz of Mayo-1 loaf of Party Rye or Party PumpernickelDirections:
  -Cook the lb of bacon in the oven or microwave until crispy-Spread your party rye’s out on a baking sheet-Combine the cheddar cheese, ol
  
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• PTL Links: February 1, 2021

  01-02-2021 16:35
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Angels By Your Side
  National Negro Opera House
  Doors Open Pittsburgh
  Cooking With The Crew: Celina’s Super Snacks
  Pittsburgh’s Y108
  CCI Puppy Cam!
  Penguin on Facebook
  Penguin on Twitter
  Canine Companions for Independence on InstagramPittsburgh Today Live On Social Media:Facebook
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• Are Patriots Fans Rooting For Tom Brady To Win Super Bowl? Well, It’s Complicated

  01-02-2021 15:50
  
  By Michael Hurley, CBS Boston
  BOSTON (CBS) — For a very, very, very long time, Patriots fans had it so good. Now, they’re enduring some emotional turmoil.
  All of America no doubt sends its warmest regards.
  Of course, nobody will actually be feeling too badly for Patriots fans, who got to experience not one but two dynastic runs in the 21st century. No team has ever dominated a two-decade stretch like the Patriots did under Bill Belichick, providing a lifetime of joy, m
  
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• Pittsburgh Public Works Salt Truck Crashes Over Hillside On South Side Slopes

  01-02-2021 15:46
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A Pittsburgh Public Works salt truck crashed over a hillside on the South Side Slopes on Monday morning.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Aaron Sledge)
  The truck crashed along Mt. Oliver Street just after 9 a.m.
  Police officers and EMS crews responded to the scene.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Aaron Sledge)
  The driver of the truck was trapped inside the truck but was not hurt.
  Pittsburgh Police are investigating the cause of the crash
  St
  
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• Pittsburgh Public Works Salt Truck Crashes Over Hillside In Mt. Oliver

  01-02-2021 15:46
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A Pittsburgh Public Works salt truck crashed over a hillside in Mt. Oliver on Monday morning.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Aaron Sledge)
  The truck crashed along Mt. Oliver Street around 9:00 a.m.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Aaron Sledge)
  The driver of the truck was trapped inside the truck but was not hurt.
  Stay with KDKA for more on this developing story.
  
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• Speed Limits Restored After Temporarily Limitations Placed On Interstate 279, Interstate 376

  01-02-2021 14:00
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — PennDOT has restored Speed limits on several Pittsburgh-area highways that were put in place due to inclement weather.
  Speed limits had been reduced to 45 mph along Interstate 279 in Allegheny County and along Interstate 376 between I-79 in Allegheny County and the Route 151/Hopewell exit (Exit 48) in Beaver County.
  PennDOT is urging drivers to avoid unnecessary travel if possible.
  
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• PennDOT Temporarily Reduces Speed Limits On Interstate 279, Interstate 376

  01-02-2021 14:00
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Speed limits on several Pittsburgh-area highways have been temporarily reduced due to inclement weather.
  Speed limits have been reduced to 45 mph along Interstate 279 in Allegheny County and along Interstate 376 between I-79 in Allegheny County and the Route 151/Hopewell exit (Exit 48) in Beaver County.
  PennDOT is urging drivers to avoid unnecessary travel if possible.
  
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• Weighing The Efficacy Rates, Potential Benefits Of Johnson & Johnson’s Single-Dose Coronavirus Vaccine

  01-02-2021 13:38
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Johnson & Johnson is expected to ask the FDA this week for emergency use authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine.
  The vaccine has the advantage of being a single dose, but it also has the lowest efficacy rate of any of the vaccines so far. Is that a concern?
  The short answer is that you have to look beyond the hceadline.
  Dr. Matthew Moffa, an infectious disease specialist at Allegheny Health Network says he would take it.
  Watch as KDKA’s John Shumway repor
  
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• Police Investigating Armed Robbery At Homewood Family Dollar

  01-02-2021 13:05
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh Police are investigating an apparent armed robbery that took place at a Family Dollar store in Homewood North.
  Police say the incident happened around 7:00 p.m. on Sunday night and when officers arrived at the scene, the male suspect had already fled.
  Witnesses at the scene told police that a man entered the store, approached the counter, and demanded money from the cash register while pointing a gun at them.
  He then allegedly fired a g
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Winter Storm Bringing Continued Snowfall Across Western Pa.

  01-02-2021 12:09
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Good morning, it’s going to snow through the day today.
  I expect that today’s total snowfall will be similar to what we saw yesterday, when we saw 4.5” of snow at the Pittsburgh Airport.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center)
  Unlike yesterday, our best chance for snow will come before the sun comes up with spot snow showers for the afternoon and evening hours.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center)
  For the season, Pittsburgh has recorded 39.1” of snow.
  
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• Pittsburgh restaurateurs appreciate possible aid but have more immediate concerns

  01-02-2021 11:55 via post-gazette.com
  
  Some local restaurant owners are grateful some state relief may be headed their way, but they can’t sit and wait around for it either
  
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• Check, please? Pittsburgh restaurateurs glad for possible aid but aren't holding breath

  01-02-2021 11:55 via post-gazette.com
  
  Some local restaurant owners are grateful some state relief may be headed their way, but they can’t sit and wait around for it either
  
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• Check, please? Pittsburgh restaurateurs appreciate possible aid but aren't holding breath

  01-02-2021 11:55 via post-gazette.com
  
  Some local restaurant owners are grateful some state relief may be headed their way, but they can’t sit and wait around for it either
  
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• Pregnant patients navigate COVID-19 vaccine information

  01-02-2021 11:45 via post-gazette.com
  
  For pregnant patients, who became eligible on Jan. 19 to get vaccinated for COVID-19 in Pennsylvania, the decision can be confusing.
  
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• Heavy Snow Blankets Pittsburgh Region As Winter Storm Makes Way Across Area

  01-02-2021 11:25
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — As snowfall continued to come down across Western Pennsylvania, KDKA had team coverage out, checking on road conditions in different areas across the region.
  Amy Wadas reported live from Cranberry Township at the intersection of Route 19 and Route 228.A snowy, slushy intersection in Cranberry. This is 228 and 19. Take it slow! @KDKA pic.twitter.com/LO8Gf6ptD6
  — Amy Wadas (@AmyWadas) February 1, 2021PennDOT said they are working in 12 hour shifts.
  Chris Hoffman too
  
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• Brownsville Military Veterans Honored With Memorial Wall

  01-02-2021 08:28
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BROWNSVILLE (KDKA) — Military veterans from Brownsville now have a placed to be honored.
  A new honor roll was built in the middle of town, with names listed of those who were killed in action or missing in action, as well as the name of other Brownsville veterans.
  (Courtesy: Fayette County)
  The wall was dedicated in November 2020.
  “Five years ago, I was having coffee with Jack Lawver, who was the council chairman at the time,” Falsetto recalled. “He
  
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