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• Pittsburgh man indicted on sex trafficking charge

  12-02-2021 23:51 via post-gazette.com
  
  A federal grand jury has indicted a Pittsburgh man on a sex trafficking charge, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Pennsylvania Scott Brady announced on Friday.
  
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• Concerns Arise After People Left To Stand In Cold While Waiting For Coronavirus Vaccine

  12-02-2021 23:48
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Seniors who finally got an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccine at UPMC Outpatient Center met another challenge — long lines in cold weather.
  “That lady already had to go in an ambulance because she was collapsing. It’s too cold to have older people with nothing to warm up,” says Leila Mandel of Pittsburgh.
  This woman held a spot for her husband, who waited in the car until she could get closer to the entrance.
  “For the elderly to wait out in
  
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• Beaver County Man Arrested In Connection With Capitol Attack

  12-02-2021 23:00
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  WASHINGTON (KDKA) – A Beaver County man has been arrested in connection with the attack on the Capitol.
  FBI agents say Russell Peterson of Rochester was inside the Capitol crypt on Jan. 6 and streamed it on Facebook.
  (Photo: FBI)
  According to the charging documents, a witness told the FBI Peterson’s mother posted on Facebook saying her son had stormed the U.S. Capitol and “sat in Pelosi’s chair.”
  Peterson is facing multiple charges, including
  
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• Beaver County Man Arrested For Allegedly Storming U.S. Capitol

  12-02-2021 23:00
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  WASHINGTON (KDKA) – A Beaver County man has been arrested in connection with the attack on the Capitol.
  FBI agents say Russell Peterson of rochester was inside the Capitol crypt on Jan. 6 and streamed it on Facebook.
  (Photo: FBI)
  According to the charging documents, a witness told the FBI Peterson’s mother posted on Facebook saying her son had stormed the U.S. Capitol and “sat in Pelosi’s chair.”
  Peterson is facing multiple charges, including
  
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• COVID-19 In Allegheny County: Health Department To Vaccine People 65 Years And Older At Castle Shannon Clinic

  12-02-2021 22:44
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  CASTLE SHANNON, Pa. (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is setting up a coronavirus vaccine clinic in Castle Shannon to vaccinate people 65 years and older.
  In a release Friday, the Allegheny County Health Department said the clinic will open Tuesday inside the Castle Shannon Fire Department Banquet Hall on Library Road. Officials stress that no on-site registration or walk-up appointments are permitted.
  “Any person arriving at the site without an a
  
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• COVID-19 In Allegheny County: Health Department To Vaccinate People 65 Years And Older At Castle Shannon Clinic

  12-02-2021 22:44
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  CASTLE SHANNON, Pa. (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is setting up a coronavirus vaccine clinic in Castle Shannon to vaccinate people 65 years and older.
  In a release Friday, the Allegheny County Health Department said the clinic will open Tuesday inside the Castle Shannon Fire Department Banquet Hall on Library Road. Officials stress that no on-site registration or walk-up appointments are permitted.
  “Any person arriving at the site without an a
  
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• Pennsylvania prepares to shrink number of places that administer COVID-19 vaccine

  12-02-2021 22:20 via post-gazette.com
  
  Health department shifting vaccine to larger medical centers
  
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• Trump Lawyer Bruce Castor Appears To Confuse Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger With Georgia Secretary Of State Brad Raffensperger

  12-02-2021 22:13
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA/AP) – Former President Donald Trump’s lawyer Bruce Castor appeared to confuse Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger with Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger during the impeachment trial.As Trump’s lawyers presented their opening arguments Friday, it sounds like Castor sounds “Georgia Secretary of State Ben Roethlisberger.”
  "Georgia Secretary of State Ben Roethlisberger" pic.twitter.com/8CqLqvkB9a
  — Jacob Rubashkin (@Jaco
  
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• Prosecutors Release Dramatic Audio Of Officer Calling For Help As Accused Shooter Koby Francis Appears In Court

  12-02-2021 21:50
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  MCKEESPORT (KDKA) – Prosecutors released dramatic audio of a McKeesport police officer calling for help as his alleged shooter, Koby Francis, appeared in court Friday afternoon.Francis will stand trial. He’s accused of shooting Officer Jerry Athans and then taking off. Investigators believe he got a ride — the day after the shooting.
  The Allegheny County District Attorney’s office released an audio clip that was played at Fracis’ preliminary.W
  
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• Business group's report claims region's air is getting cleaner, faster

  12-02-2021 21:40 via post-gazette.com
  
  Pittsburgh Works Together says local air quality is better than environmental organizations, media report it to be
  
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• Report: Arsenic, Lead, Toxic Metals Exist In Some Baby Food Including Gerber, Walmart, Beech-Nut Brands

  12-02-2021 21:30
  
  (CBSDFW.COM) – A recent congressional report reveals that ingredients in many baby foods contain dangerously high levels of heavy metals such as arsenic, lead, and cadmium. Released by a House of Representatives subcommittee led by Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi on Feb. 4, the report indicates levels that exceed the legal limits established by the Environmental Protection Agency.
  The Food and Drug Administration and the World Health Organization have declared toxic heavy metals dangerous to huma
  
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• Barred Owl Gets Stuck In Fireplace After Going Down Chimney

  12-02-2021 21:30
  
  BOLTON (CBS) — A barred owl stuck in the fireplace of a home needed help from the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife earlier this month. The owl likely found its way into the chimney and was unable to escape, a Facebook post from Mass. Wildlife said.
  “Fortunately, our Central District Manager Todd Olanyk was able to assist, carefully removing the owl from the fireplace and examining it for injuries before releasing it outside, where it quickly flew off,” the post
  
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• Allegheny County Health Department Shuts Down Boston Market

  12-02-2021 21:27
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Allegheny County Health Department ordered the Boston Market in Shadyside to close after it was deemed an imminent health hazard.
  An inspector found standing water at the front cook line, employees were walking on cardboard to pass through areas and the restaurant was cited for sanitation and pest issues.The health department’s website will be updated when the closure is removed.
  
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• COVID-19 In Pennsylvania: Acting Health Secretary Issues Order Aimed At Speeding Up Vaccine Rollout

  12-02-2021 21:02
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) – Pennsylvania’s acting health secretary issued an order Friday in an attempt to speed up the COVID-19 vaccine rollout.
  Acting Secretary of Health Alison Beam’s order mandates vaccine providers administer 80 percent of their first doses received within seven days.Vaccine providers are also ordered to have both an online and phone-based registration system that is staffed by a person. Appointments have to be made available to everyone in
  
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• COVID-19 In Pennsylvania: State Health Dept. Announces 3,987 More Coronavirus Cases, 99 Additional Deaths

  12-02-2021 20:56
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting 3,987 more cases of Coronavirus and 99 additional deaths.
  The statewide total number of cases has risen to 888,256 since Thursday’s report, according to the state’s data.
  There are 2,687 people across the state hospitalized with COVID-19 infections. Of those hospitalized, 538 patients are in the ICU.
  The statewide death toll has risen to 22,959 total.
  There are 3,744,326individuals acr
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: ‘Still Some Uncertainty,’ But Winter Storm Could Bring Big Snow Totals Early Next Week

  12-02-2021 20:22
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — There are a few light scattered snow showers around this afternoon and this evening, but little to no accumulation is expected. That we can handle!
  Our temperatures have been struggling to make it to 30 degrees and that’s not going to change much over the weekend. Even colder air, says KDKA Meteorologist Mary Ours, will arrive for the start of the week.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  She says right now we are watching two systems.
  One disturbance that will move in on Saturd
  
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• There’s Strong Evidence In-Person Learning Can Be Done Safely, CDC Says

  12-02-2021 20:17
  
  PITTSBURGH (AP/KDKA) The nation’s top public health agency on Friday provided a roadmap for reopening schools in the middle of a pandemic, emphasizing mask wearing and social distancing and saying vaccination of teachers is important but not a prerequisite for reopening.
  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced the long-awaited update, but it cannot force schools to reopen, and agency officials were careful to say they are not calling for a mandate that all U.S. schools be
  
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• Children’s Museum Offering Free, Socially-Distanced Valentine’s Day Event

  12-02-2021 19:51
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Children’s Museum is offering free socially-distanced Valentine’s Day fun for kids.On Saturday at the Children’s Museum, there will be activities, giveaways and food.It’s a walk-through event where social distancing and masks are required. Families who want to drive through instead can pick up a small takeaway bag with supplies for making a friendship bracelet and writing cards to first responders.Parking is free.You ca
  
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• ‘Bullhorn Lady’ Rachel Powell, Mercer Co. Woman Arrested For Role In Capitol Riot, Released From Jail Pending Upcoming Trial

  12-02-2021 18:21
  
  BUTLER, Pa. (KDKA/AP) — Rachel Powell, the Pennsylvania woman known as the accused of using a large pipe to break a window in the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6. and giving directions to fellow insurrectionists about how to take the building has been released from jail.
  Powell was released from jail Friday afternoon following a second federal judge’s ruling.
  (Photo: KDKA)
  Prosecutors say Powell who the FBI says is the woman in a pink hat shown in video shouting instructions through a bu
  
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• Pennsylvanians Experiencing Homelessness Can Now Get Free IDs

  12-02-2021 18:09
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) – State leaders are trying to make it easier for people who are homeless to get an ID.A new state law allows people who are experiencing homelessness to get a free first photo ID or renew their ID.Supporters say having the ID will eliminate barriers and give them better access to certain aide.“All Pennsylvanians deserve access to the basic needs we all have: adequate food, safe housing, quality health care and clean water. Eliminating barriers
  
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• This Saturday On JP Roofing FAN N’ATION (Feb 13)

  12-02-2021 17:50
  
  Check out what’s coming up this SATURDAY, February 13 on JP Roofing FAN N’ATION with Hosts Rich Walsh and Daisy Jade:
  See how this woman turned her food pantry into an amazing fan cave. And then, how a local man turned his burned down business into a Pittsburgh sports destination. Plus, an amazing black and gold ‘Love story’, just in time for Valentine’s Day!
  Saturday at 7:30 pm on KDKA-TV or live stream on CBSN Pittsburgh on KDKA.com. Or watch an encore episo
  
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• COVID-19 In Pittsburgh: Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Reports 17 Additional Deaths, 252 New Coronavirus Cases

  12-02-2021 17:39
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is reporting 252 new Coronavirus cases and 17 additional deaths.
  Of the newly reported cases, 162 are confirmed from 1,106 PCR tests. There are 90 probable cases. The dates of positive tests range from Jan. 18 to Feb. 10.
  The Health Department says new cases range in age from 3 weeks to 92 years with a median age of 36 years.
  There have been 72,699 total cases and 4,647 total hospitalizations in Allegheny Cou
  
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• Parkland Parents Launch ‘Shame Cards’ In Fight For Gun Reform

  12-02-2021 17:00
  
  MIAMI (CBSMiami) — Sunday will mark three years since 17 people were killed and another 17 injured in the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Senior High School shooting.
  The parents of student Joaquin Oliver, who lost his life in 2018, unveiled a unique campaign in their fight for gun reform.
  They’ve created “shame cards.”
  They are post cards highlighting mass shootings from across the county.
  They will be sent to lawmakers urging them to support “common sense” gun laws
  
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• Houston Texans Releasing JJ Watt

  12-02-2021 15:51
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Could there be a Watt reunion in Pittsburgh next season?The Houston Texans are reportedly releasing JJ Watt.
  Ian Rapoport first reported the news on Twitter.
  The #Texans are releasing star JJ Watt, source said.
  — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) February 12, 2021Watt also posted a video statement on Twitter.
  Houston, I wanted you to hear this directly from me… pic.twitter.com/YqT3P6Lb6l
  — JJ Watt (@JJWatt) February 12, 2021T.J. Watt is a linebacker for the St
  
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• Adrien Broner On Upcoming Fight Against Jovanie Santiago: ‘Just Felt It Was My Time To Return’

  12-02-2021 15:28
  
  (CBS Local)- It’s been two years since the boxing world saw Adrien “The Problem” Broner inside the ring. After dropping a unanimous decision to Manny Pacquiao in a fight for the WBA world welterweight title in January of 2019, Broner took time away from the sport. That time away has now ended as the former four-division world champion is set to return to the ring on Saturday, February 20 at the Mohegan Sun Casino when he takes on Jovanie “El Lobito” Santiago on Show
  
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• Steelers’ Maurkice Pouncey Announces Retirement From The NFL

  12-02-2021 15:13
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh Steelers center Maurkice Pouncey has announced his retirement from the National Football League.
  Former Steelers lineman Ramon Foster announced the news on social media.It’s my honor that my brothers from another asked me to announce the next stage in their life. After over a decade @MaurkicePouncey and Mike Pouncey are RETIRING from the @nfl . Below are their memos to thank those involved in their careers. #Steeler #chargers #Mia
  
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• PTL Links: February 12, 2021

  12-02-2021 15:02
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:David’s Valentine’s Day Cocktail Recipes
  Oscar Mayer Wienermobile
  Johno’s Art Studio
  Canine Companions for Independence
  Penguin on Facebook
  Penguin on Twitter
  CCI on InstagramPTL Deal Days:Chocolate Boutique
  Pizzeria Davide
  Pitch-A-FetePittsburgh Today Live On Social Media:Facebook
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• Cooking With The Crew: David’s Valentine’s Day Cocktail Recipes

  12-02-2021 15:02
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — David Highfield is mixing up some romantic Valentine’s Day-themed cocktails in the PTL Kitchen!
  Donna’s French Martini– 2 oz Vodka– 1 oz Pineapple Juice– 1 oz Chambord Raspberry Liqueur* Shake with ice In shaker* Garnish with fresh RaspberriesMarie’s Euphoria
  – 4 Sage Leaves– 1 oz Gin (or Vodka)– 1 oz St. Elder Elderflower Liqueur or St. Germain– 1/2 oz Simple Syrup– 1/2 oz Lemon Juice* Muddle 3 Sage Leav
  
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• California Senior Aaron Epstein Drops $10K On Newspaper Ad To Complain About Internet Speed

  12-02-2021 15:00
  
  (CBSLA) — Aaron Epstein is a man who knows what he likes: streaming movies and watching television on the internet. He also knows what he hates: slow internet speeds.
  Aaron Epstein, 90, was tired of the slow internet speeds at his North Hollywood home, so he took out an ad in the Wall Street Journal. (CBSLA)
  “With 3Mbps, which was the only speed AT&T has been giving me, it was, yeah, I don’t know if you’re familiar with the term buffering.”
  Epstein said he has b
  
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• Double-Masking Offers More Protection Against COVID-19, CDC Says

  12-02-2021 14:00
  
  WASHINGTON (WJZ) — New guidelines this week from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirm double-masking — wearing two face coverings — is much safer.
  Johns Hopkins epidemiologist Dr. Caitlin Rivers discussed the guidance Thursday and says two things matter for performance, filtration and fit.
  “That means adding a second layer can be helpful for filtration,” Dr. Rivers said. “And making sure the mask is snug around your mouth or improving the fit
  
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• Man Arrested After Crashing Truck Into Gas Station While Attempting To Steal ATM

  12-02-2021 13:44
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Police arrested a man following at attempted robbery at a Sunoco gas station in the Hill District.
  Police say the man intentionally crashed a pickup truck into the building in an attempt to steal an ATM from inside the store.
  (Photo Credit: Lindsay Ward)
  The man drove off without the ATM, but was arrested a short time later on Fifth Avenue in Oakland.
  Stay with KDKA for more on this developing story.
  
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• Joseph Chase Oaks Of Alabama Accused Of Targeting Hundreds Of People Across The Country In Cell Phone Number Scam

  12-02-2021 13:00
  
  NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — Prosecutors say a man targeted hundreds of people across the country in a sophisticated scam, using cell phone numbers to access bank accounts.
  Kim Pilson, of the Upper East Side, knows what it’s like to be hacked.
  “I have been scammed where someone found my ATM card number somehow and was able to make a duplicate card and start using my cash,” she said.
  Wednesday, the Manhattan District Attorney’s office announced an even more sophisticated
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Wintry Conditions, Possible Freezing Rain

  12-02-2021 12:57
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Good morning. i expect to see a couple of snow showers popping up at times on radar through the day today with highs slightly warmer than yesterday’s 27 degrees we hit for a high. Morning lows will be near 20 degrees.
  The next chance for impactful weather comes in on Saturday night.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center)
  While it may still be too early to know exactly what to expect, one of the main options is a freezing rain event that may require an advisory.
  The g
  
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• The Impact Of The Coronavirus Pandemic On Couples

  12-02-2021 12:28
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Valentine’s holiday is here, but this past year has been nothing but being close to those we love.
  But this year of togetherness has not produced the expected result.
  Psychologist Dr. Susan Albers says, “Coronavirus has put a lot of pressure on relationships, whether it’s being cooped up at home together 24 seven. OR having a long distance relationship.”
  But she says here is the surprise. “It had been predicted that there was going to b
  
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• Getting Creative To Safely Celebrate Valentine’s Day Amid The Coronavirus Pandemic

  12-02-2021 11:19
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Many couples are trading in their Valentine’s Day traditions in favor of pandemic-safe celebrations. But is the celebration of love still the same?
  This is an opportunity for you to put your creative hat on!
  You could go out to the Grandview Avenue Overlook along Mt. Washington to take in the city views this Valentine’s Day.
  But if standing out here in the cold is not your thing, there’s a lot of romantic, fun, and safe things you and your significant
  
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• 19 Neighbors: When COVID-19 kept this couple apart, they bet on love

  12-02-2021 11:11 via post-gazette.com
  
  Slightly grateful for the pandemic, Jamie McElroy and Justin Schwartzmiller are expecting a daughter and settling into their new home. 
  
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• Police In McKeesport Investigate Reported Stabbing

  12-02-2021 10:58
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  MCKEESPORT (KDKA) — McKeesport Police were at the scene of a reported stabbing and car crash overnight.
  The incident happened along Ohio Street just before midnight on Thursday night.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Brian Smithmyer)
  KDKA’s news crew at the scene saw McKeesport Police canvassing the scene.
  KDKA has learned one person was taken to the hospital.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Brian Smithmyer)
  There is no word on any suspects or a motive.
  
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• Southern Restaurant Tupelo Honey To Move Into Station Square

  12-02-2021 10:56
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Station Square is about to get a little more Southern fried.
  Tupelo Honey will be serving up meals there.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Brian Smithmyer)
  Tupelo Honey, a restaurant chain that focuses on Southern cuisine, is making plans to open in the fall as part of a $30 million project to rehab the Freight House Shops.
  
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• CDC Considering Classifying Schools Into Color-Coded Zones For Reopening

  12-02-2021 10:45
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The CDC is expected to issue new guidance today on getting students back into the classroom.
  CBS News has recently obtained an exclusive look at the action plan.
  School districts here in Western Pennsylvania are really doing their own thing.
  Some are operating fully remote, some are using a hybrid model, and some are learning in-person.
  Most parents say they want their child inside the classroom.
  This new plan from the CDC is a color-coded system.
  The plan provides reco
  
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• Pa. Game Wardens Help Rescue Hypothermic Man After Car Gets Stuck On Icy Lake

  12-02-2021 09:19
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  CRAWFORD COUNTY (KDKA) — Pennsylvania Game Wardens in Crawford County are being hailed for helping rescue a hypothermic man whose car became stuck on an icy lake.
  The Pa. Game Commission says that Warden Randy Crago was responding to a call of someone driving illegally on the lake inside Game Lands 269 in Crawford County when he found a car stuck on the lake.Warden Jones then requested the assistance of Warden Cody Jones, Warden Andy Hueser, and Information and Educa
  
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• Robert Morris University’s Gateway Plan Will Offer Classes At Community College Prices

  12-02-2021 08:47
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  MOON TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — Robert Morris University wants to help students save money while earning two degrees through its new Gateway Plan.
  Starting this fall, students enrolled at local community colleges can also enroll at Robert Morris.
  Students will pay community college tuition rates while attending Robert Morris classes.
  When their Associates Degree is finished, they will be able to fully transfer to Robert Morris for their Bachelor’s Degree.
  For more infor
  
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• Kentucky Man Living In Pa. Held For Trial In Pepper Spraying Of Capitol Officers

  12-02-2021 08:34
  
  PITTSBURGH (AP/KDKA) — A federal judge has ruled there is probable cause in the case against a man accused of spraying at least two officers with an irritant during the violent siege on the Capitol in January.
  During a probable cause hearing Thursday, federal prosecutors presented videos and photos of the Jan. 6 Capitol siege they say show Peter Schwartz, of Owensboro, Kentucky, wearing a distinctive orange and blue patterned jacket holding a large canister of pepper spray, spraying office
  
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• School Groups To Pa. Governor Tom Wolf: Vaccinate Teachers ASAP

  12-02-2021 08:18
  
  (AP) — Pennsylvania school superintendents, school boards and teachers unions are coming together to ask Gov. Tom Wolf to prioritize school staff for the COVID-19 vaccine.
  The education groups call it an “absolutely essential” step toward reopening schools and keeping them open.
  More than 4 million people in Pennsylvania are currently eligible for the vaccine, with teachers and other essential workers next in line.
  In a letter to Wolf on Thursday, the education groups contended
  
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• Police Make Arrest In New Castle Armed Robbery Investigation

  12-02-2021 08:06
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff 
  NEW CASTLE (KDKA) — Police have arrested a man suspected of robbing a pharmacy in New Castle.
  Jordan Perretti was taken into custody during a traffic stop on Thursday.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Police say he covered his face with a mask and gauze when he demanded drugs at the CVS Pharmacy on East Washington in New Castle last week.
  Police say they found Xanax and a gun in his vehicle.
  
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• Around The Table: John Fetterman Launches Campaign For U.S. Senate

  12-02-2021 06:03
  
  Political experts go Around The Table with KDKA's Stacy Smith.
  
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• Tim Sheehan, California Borough Police Chief And Firefighter, Has Dies

  12-02-2021 05:32
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  CALIFORNIA, Pa. (KDKA) — The police chief in California Borough died on Thursday morning.
  (Photo Credit: NESA Regional Police)
  Chief Tim Sheehan died of a heart attack while shoveling snow. He was a police officer for 26 years and chief for the last two.
  Sheehan was also the school resource officer for the California Area School District.
  “Our community is saddened by the sudden passing of our Chief of Police and Brother Firefighter Tim Sheehan. Please keep the
  
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• Tim Sheehan, California Borough Police Chief And Firefighter, Has Died

  12-02-2021 05:32
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  CALIFORNIA, Pa. (KDKA) — The police chief in California Borough died on Thursday morning.
  (Photo Credit: NESA Regional Police)
  Chief Tim Sheehan died of a heart attack while shoveling snow. He was a police officer for 26 years and chief for the last two.
  Sheehan was also the school resource officer for the California Area School District.
  “Our community is saddened by the sudden passing of our Chief of Police and Brother Firefighter Tim Sheehan. Please keep the
  
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• KDKA Mysteries: The Unknown Surrounding Case Of Missing 25-Year-Old Thomas Hughes Terrifies His Family

  12-02-2021 05:27
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — It’s been nearly three weeks since 25-year-old Thomas Hughes disappeared.
  On Wednesday, the reward for information on his disappearance doubled to $10,000. His employer, Bluewater Thermal Solutions, matched his family’s initial $5,000 reward.
  The Hughes family is doing everything they can to find Thomas. His parents, Jeanene and Tom Hughes, say their son has always been outgoing and loved by many.
  “He walked in a room and he just shined. People gravita
  
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• Penguins Top Islanders 4-3 On Sidney Crosby’s Shootout Goal

  12-02-2021 04:15
  
  UNIONDALE, N.Y. (AP) — Sidney Crosby scored the only goal of the shootout to lift the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 4-3 comeback victory over the New York Islanders on Thursday night.
  Casey DeSmith made 26 saves for the victory, including five stops in overtime plus all three of the Islanders’ attempts in the shootout.
  Mathew Barzal had given the Islanders a 3-2 late in the third period before Evgeni Malkin tied it for the Penguins with 18 seconds remaining.
  Barzal scored his fifth goal o
  
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• Charles Goldblum, Pittsburgh Man Convicted Of 1976 Killing In Downtown Parking Garage, To Be Freed

  12-02-2021 04:06
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — After serving more than 40 years of a life sentence for murder, a man from Pittsburgh is about to be freed.
  Charles Goldblum was one of two men convicted in the 1976 stabbing death of George Wilhelm inside a car parked at a downtown garage.
  As he lay dying, Wilhelm told a police officer, “Clarence Miller did this to me.” Police arrested Miller, but then Miller pointed the finger at Goldblum.
  There was a backstory tying the men together and suggesting each mi
  
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