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• Bethel Park Police Arrest Serial Shoplifters After One Was Found Passed Out In A Vehicle

  15-02-2021 23:44
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BETHEL PARK (KDKA) – Bethel Park Police arrested two suspects for theft after they were alerted to one of the suspects being passed out in a vehicle.According to police, they were called to the parking lot of the Home Depot for reports of a woman passed out in a vehicle.Once on the scene, she was woken up and identified as 40-year-old Jessica Clibbens. She was observed to have potentially stolen merchandise in the car.Police then found her associate Adam Foltz, a 42-
  
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• Police: Juvenile Expected To Survive After Being Shot Multiple Times In McKees Rocks

  15-02-2021 22:31
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  MCKEES ROCKS, Pa. (KDKA) — A juvenile was shot multiple times in McKees Rocks on Monday.
  The Allegheny County Police Department said officials responded to the 300 block of Russellwood Avenue for a shooting.Police say the boy was found shot multiple times and transported to a local hospital. Law enforcement says the victim’s injuries are non-life-threatening and he is expected to survive.Police are investigating. No word on any suspects.
  
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• State Police Locate 82-Year-Old Nila Ross

  15-02-2021 22:24
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  COGAN HOUSE TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — State police have located a missing and endangered 82-year-old woman from Lycoming County.
  Investigators say 82-year-old Nila Ross has been located Monday.
  Missing Endangered Person Advisory UPDATE: Nila Ross was located. The MEPA is canceled. Thank you for the RTs
  — PA State Police (@PAStatePolice) February 15, 2021
  
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• Pennsylvania’s Republican Party May Meet To Discuss Censuring Sen. Pat Toomey Over Impeachment Vote

  15-02-2021 22:20
  
  HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania’s Republican Party is planning a meeting to potentially discuss censuring U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey over his vote to convict Donald Trump during the former president’s second impeachment trial, county party officials said Monday.
  County party chairs said the state GOP chairman, Lawrence Tabas, emailed them shortly after Saturday’s impeachment vote to tell them that a meeting is being planned to discuss the Senate’s impeachment vote. Ta
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Winter Storm Round 2 Could Drop Significant Ice Accumulations Across Region

  15-02-2021 22:07
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — We made it through Round No. 1 of this winter storm system with anywhere from 1-2 inches of snow across the area, and now the afternoon lull between areas of moisture is ending.
  Round No. 2 is on tap for tonight into early Tuesday morning.
  Snow showers are working their way back into Western Pennsylvania. Late this afternoon and through the early evening, we will see a quick shot of snow return.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  As the evening progresses, that snow will likely remai
  
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• Mercedes-Benz Issues Recall Due To Problem With Emergency Call System

  15-02-2021 20:59
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Mercedes-Benz is recalling nearly 1.3 million vehicles because of a glitch in the emergency call system.
  The company says its eCall system is supposed to send out a vehicle’s location to emergency crews if there’s a crash.
  However, a glitch could send first responders to the wrong location.
  The recall includes more than a dozen models made between 2016 and 2021.To find out if your vehicle falls under the recall, visit Mercedes-Benz&rsq
  
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• Second Egg Laid At Hays Bald Eagles’ Nest

  15-02-2021 20:37
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The bald eagle pair nesting in Pittsburgh’s Hays neighborhood now have a second egg.
  The second egg was first spotted in the nest today around 2 p.m.
  (Photo Courtesy: Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania)
  The pair’s first egg was laid on Friday.
  According to the Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania, it typically takes about 35 days for eggs to hatch.
  The Audubon Society says an adult bald eagle will remain on the nest constantly
  
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• Massive House Fire Spreads To Three Homes In Tarentum

  15-02-2021 20:35
  
  TARENTUM (KDKA) – A fire at a home in Tarentum quickly jumped to three homes on Lock Street on Monday afternoon.
  Firefighters remain on the scene trying to squash the hot spots, making sure to stay back in case of collapse.The families in each home were able to escape safely but a search for pets is underway.Firefighters are in the bucket truck trying to douse water on the second and third floor of the home where the fire began.
  They’re also working the hoses from the street, saturat
  
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• Massive House Fire Spreads To Second Home In Tarentum

  15-02-2021 20:35
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  TARENTUM (KDKA) – Crews are on the scene of a massive house fire in Tarentum.
  As of 2:30 p.m. on Monday, smoke could be seen billowing from the three-story structure on Lock Street.The fire began at a home in the 200 block of Lock Street and has since spread to a second home.It is unknown at this time if the homes were occupied at the time of the fire or if there are any injuries.KDKA’s Newschopper 2 is currently at the scene and you can watch live on CBSN Pitt
  
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• Firefighters Battle Massive House Fire In Tarentum

  15-02-2021 20:35
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  TARENTUM (KDKA) – Crews are on the scene of a massive house fire in Tarentum.
  As of 2:30 p.m. on Monday, smoke could be seen billowing from the three-story structure on Lock Street.It is unknown at this time if the home was occupied at the time of the fire or if there are any injuries.KDKA’s Newschopper 2 is currently at the scene and you can watch live on CBSN Pittsburgh.
  
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• Penguins Forward Bryan Rust Named NHL’s Third Star Of The Week

  15-02-2021 19:29
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Following a two-goal performance in a 6-3 victory over the Washington Capitals, Penguins’ forward Bryan Rust has been named the NHL’s Third Star of the Week!
  Through two games in the past week, Rust scored three goals and added two assists for five points.His three goals were tied for the most among NHL forwards in the past week and his five points were good for third-most in the league.The Penguins are back at it at PPG Paints Arena t
  
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• From Snow To Ice: Changing Weather Conditions Have Public Works Crews On High Alert

  15-02-2021 19:26
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — From snow to fluctuating temperatures to an expected changeover to freezing rain, it’s these rapidly changing weather conditions that have forecasters and road crews so concerned.
  The roads started out wet early this morning, but quickly became snow-covered making for treacherous travel on main roads and side streets alike from Allegheny County to Butler County and beyond.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Steve Willing)
  PennDOT says they are keeping close to 80
  
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• Ohio Elections Chief Again Orders Limits On Ballot Drop Boxes

  15-02-2021 19:17
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose has reissued a contentious order limiting the number of ballot drop boxes to one per county for the May 4 primary.
  In a directive issued late Friday, the Republican elections chief set the limit in the context of a federal court opinion describing Ohio’s absentee voting options as “generous.”
  “Even though Ohio law does not explicitly provide for the use of secure receptacles, commonly known as ‘drop bo
  
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• State Police Seek Missing And Endangered 82-Year-Old Woman, Nila Ross

  15-02-2021 18:24
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  COGAN HOUSE TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — State police are looking for a missing and endangered 82-year-old woman from Lycoming County.
  Investigators say 82-year-old Nila Ross was last seen much earlier today at 1:30 a.m. at home home in Cogan House Township. She may be “at special risk of harm or injury,” and could be confused.
  (Photo Courtesy: Pennsylvania State Police)
  She is described as being 5-feet-5-inches tall, weighs about 100 pounds and has blue eyes and gr
  
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• Career Opportunities With 84 Lumber

  15-02-2021 18:19
  
  One of Greater Pittsburgh’s largest family-owned companies is hiring!
  One of Western Pennsylvania’s largest private companies, 84 Lumber, is currently looking for new associates to join their team. At 84 Lumber, it’s all about family. The company was founded in 1956 by Joe Hardy and since 1992, it has been owned by his daughter, Maggie Hardy Knox. The strong family values found in each of the individual stores sets everyone up for success because you are in an environment where
  
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• Traffic Restrictions Being Put In Place On Several Major Roadways Due To Winter Weather

  15-02-2021 18:06
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – As winter weather continues to move through the area, several traffic restrictions have been put into place while other places will implement traffic restrictions later today.
  PennDOT has announced that speed limit restrictions are in place in Allegheny County for I-79, Parkways east, west, and north, I-579, and Route 28.
  Speed limits on those roadways will be reduced to 45 miles per hour.
  In Beaver County, PennDOT has also reduced the speed limit
  
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• COVID-19 In Pittsburgh: Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Reports 394 More Cases, No Additional Deaths Over 48 Hours

  15-02-2021 17:12
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is reporting 394 new Coronavirus cases and no additional deaths over the last 48 hours.
  Of the newly reported cases, 275 are confirmed from 2,056 PCR tests. There are 119 probable cases.
  The dates of positive tests range from Jan. 2 to Feb. 14.
  The Health Department says new cases range in age from 4 months to 94 years with a median age of 39 years.
  There have been 73,399 total cases and 4,675 total hospitali
  
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• Portion Of I-79 Northbound Reopens Following Tractor-Trailer Accident

  15-02-2021 17:08
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BUTLER (KDKA) – I-79 northbound has reopened from U.S. 422 New Castle/Butler to exit 108 Slippery Rock after a tractor-trailer accident.According to Butler County 911, a tractor-trailer jackknifed just before 9:30 a.m. on Monday morning.First responders on the scene said that the driver was not injured in the accident and fuel could be seen leaking from the truck.Stay With KDKA.com For More Details
  
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• Portion Of I-79 Northbound Closed Due To Tractor-Trailer Accident

  15-02-2021 17:08
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BUTLER (KDKA) – PennDOT has announced that I-7o northbound is shut down from U.S. 422 New Castle/Butler to exit 108 Slippery Rock.It is not known at this time when the road will reopen.According to Butler County 911, a tractor-trailer jackknifed just before 9:30 a.m. on Monday morning.First responders on the scene said that the driver was not injured in the accident and fuel could be seen leaking from the truck.Stay With KDKA.com For More Details
  
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• The inside story of how Pennsylvania failed to deliver millions in coronavirus rent relief

  15-02-2021 16:56 via post-gazette.com
  
   
   
   
   
  
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• PTL Links: February 15, 2021

  15-02-2021 15:16
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:The Polar Pop
  84 Lumber
  84 Lumber Career Info
  Doug Oster
  Canine Companions for Independence
  Penguin on Facebook
  Penguin on Twitter
  CCI on InstagramPittsburgh Today Live On Social Media:Facebook
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• Police Searching For Missing, Endangered 27-Year-Old Woman Christina Shultz

  15-02-2021 14:53
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BLAIR COUNTY (KDKA) — Police in Blair County are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing and endangered woman.
  Police say 27-year-old Christina Shultz is listed as missing and endangered.
  (Courtesy: Logan Township Police Department)
  Police also say Schultz may be accompanied by 33-year-old Patrick Leeper.
  (Courtesy: Logan Township Police Department)
  According to police, Leeper is wanted by the Pennsylvania State Police on felony strangulation charges
  
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• Police Searching For Missing, Endangered 27-Year-Old Christina Shultz

  15-02-2021 14:53
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BLAIR COUNTY (KDKA) — Police in Blair County are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing and endangered woman.
  Police say 27-year-old Christina Shultz is listed as missing and endangered.
  (Courtesy: Logan Township Police Department)
  Police also say Schultz may be accompanied by 33-year-old Patrick Leeper.
  (Courtesy: Logan Township Police Department)
  According to police, Leeper is wanted by the Pennsylvania State Police on felony strangulation charges
  
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• Tunch Ilkin Part Of A Close-Knit Group Of Friends Who Find Strength In Numbers Together

  15-02-2021 12:40
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Some know him as a former Pittsburgh Steeler, while others consider him to be a really good listener. One who will stop you on the street, and ask how you’re doing.
  For years, Tunch Ilkin has made an impact on and off the field. His life changed last year when he was diagnosed with ALS. And while he makes it a priority to pray for others — this time, he’s the one getting the love and positive thoughts.
  Every Wednesday morning before the sun rises in Pi
  
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• Exercising Caution, Safety While Trying To Stay Warm During Winter Storms

  15-02-2021 12:29
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — As a massive winter storm is nearing arrival in the Pittsburgh area, concerns rise for everyone’s safety.
  Worries on the road are obvious, but there are bigger concerns at home.
  Staying prepared during winter storms can help keep you safe, but Mollie Mahany, the CDC’s Natural Hazards team leader says the number one concern during storms like the ones approaching Western Pennsylvania is carbon monoxide poisoning.
  “People lose electricity and they use a
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Winter Storm Warning In Effect As Snow, Freezing Rain, Ice Expected For Western Pa.

  15-02-2021 12:01
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Good morning, we have a winter storm warning in effect through 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon.
  Issuing a winter storm warning for more than 24 hours is a little unusual but does happen.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center)
  For us, the real ‘winter storm’ arrives late this afternoon, staying through the overnight hours. That is where snow, rain and freezing rain is all now expected.
  The first round of precipitation is set to arrive this morning with accumulati
  
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• Tarentum Council Approves Craft Beer Festival To Take Place Later This Year

  15-02-2021 11:36
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  TARENTUM (KDKA) — A craft beer festival is soon coming to Tarentum.
  According to the Tribune-Review, Dreshar Stadium will play host to the event later this year.
  Tarentum Council is targeting August 28 for what they hope will be a family-friendly event with music and activities for children as well.
  The Tribune-Review reports that admission would cost between $30 and $40 depending on how many breweries participate.
  
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• Police: Child, 12, Wounded In Apparent Accidental Shooting

  15-02-2021 10:57
  
  HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) – Police say a 12-year-old was wounded in the head in what investigators believe was an accidental shooting in Pennsylvania.
  Police in Swatara Township said in a statement that first responders were called to the scene just after noon Sunday.
  Officers provided emergency aid to the wounded child, who was transported to Hershey Medical Center.
  A condition report wasn’t immediately available.
  Police said everyone involved has been identified and is cooperating with
  
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• PennDOT, City Of Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co. Public Works Crews Preparing For Upcoming Winter Storm

  15-02-2021 10:10
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – As another winter storm heads our way, crews all across our viewing area are preparing for the worst.
  It’s not snowing yet but that doesn’t mean crews aren’t busy. They’ve been getting the roads under control by cleaning and pre-treating them.
  Now, they’re on standby and ready to hit the streets once the winter storm hits.
  Monday’s weather may not be a delight but salt and snow plow trucks across our area are gassed up and ready for t
  
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• Virus Cases, Hospital Stays Keep Dropping In West Virginia

  15-02-2021 09:31
  
  CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – West Virginia is on track to have its lowest weekly count of positive coronavirus cases since late October.
  The state reported about 1,800 confirmed cases from last Monday through Saturday.
  There have been no days in the past week when the daily total was above 400.
  The last time that happened was in the week ending Oct. 25, when there were about 1,550 cases reported over seven days.
  The number of people hospitalized for the virus statewide on Saturday was 327.
  Tha
  
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• Remembering The Three Pittsburgh Firefighters Killed 26 Years Ago In Bricelyn Street Blaze

  15-02-2021 09:25
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — February 14 is a horrible day in Pittsburgh history.
  26 years ago, three Pittsburgh firefighters died on a house fire in the East Hills.
  Thomas Brooks, Patricia Conroy, and Marc Kolenda were killed on Valentine’s Day in 1995.
  They became trapped inside a burning home along Bricelyn Street and died together.
  Gregory Brown was convicted of setting that fire, but his conviction was vacated because of misconduct by prosecutors.
  Brown was release
  
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• Penguins Open Season With Five Straight Home Wins For 5th Time In Franchise History

  15-02-2021 09:02
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — For the fifth time in Penguins franchise history, the team has opened its season having won its first five home games.
  The win came Sunday afternoon at PPG Paints Arena in a 6-3 win over division rival Washington Capitals.
  The four other instances of starting a season with at least five wins at home took place during the following seasons:2013-14 season (5 wins)
  1994-95 season (7 wins)
  1988-89 season (6 wins)
  1986-87 season (6 wins)If the Penguins
  
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• Duquesne University Shifting Classes To Virtual Learning Ahead Of Winter Storm

  15-02-2021 08:44
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The incoming weather is forcing classes to go virtual today at Duquesne University.
  All essential personal must report to work as scheduled.
  Administrative units are asked to use there own discretion on who can work remotely.
  Students on clinical rotations should check with their clinical site.
  
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• Several County GOP Committees Vote To Censure Sen. Pat Toomey Over Impeachment Vote

  15-02-2021 08:26
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Republican leaders from several Pennsylvania counties have voted to censure Senator Pat Toomey (R-PA) over his vote to convict President Donald Trump during his second impeachment trial.
  Toomey was one of seven Republican Senators to vote to convict the former President Trump for inciting the January 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
  Following his vote to convict, Toomey said in part of the former President that “His betrayal of the Consti
  
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• Four Dead After Crash In North Huntingdon Township

  15-02-2021 05:59
  
  By: KDKA-TV’s Jessica Guay
  NORTH HUNTINGTON (KDKA) — A deadly crash Sunday involving two vehicles in North Huntingdon Township led to four deaths. One person is in the hospital receiving treatment.Officials told KDKA it was a crossover crash on Route 30 near Carpenter Lane.
  Route 30 reopened hours after the crash initially happened. It took emergency crews four hours to clear the scene, and motorists were asked to avoid the crash site.The cause of the crash is unknown at this time.(P
  
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• COVID-19 Vaccine In Pittsburgh: Local Providers Worry About Vaccine Distribution Amid New Changes From The State

  15-02-2021 05:40
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Since mid January, this is almost a weekly occurrence. Hundreds of people getting their COVID-19 vaccine from direct primary care doctors and volunteers.
  “We’ve*** used every ounce that we can. Every drop from those bottles. We’ve not wasted it. We’ve given it to the people who meet the criteria,” organizer Dr. Natalie Gentile said over Zoom.
  Their work continued Sunday morning. They gave 300 people their second dose of the vaccine.
  After t
  
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• North Hills High School Girls Basketball Programs Temporarily Shut Down After Coach Tests Positive For COVID-19

  15-02-2021 04:05
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — North Hills High School’s girls basketball varsity and junior varsity programs are shut down until Feb. 24 after a girls basketball coach tested positive for COVID-19.
  The coach started developing symptoms of the virus following practice on Saturday, Feb. 13 and received a positive test result on Sunday, Feb. 14, according to the North Hills School District Administration and Athletics Department.As of Sunday, 17 student athletes on the girl
  
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• Vehicle Restrictions To Be Put In Place Ahead Of Winter Storms Monday Evening

  15-02-2021 03:22
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — With winter storms approaching Pennsylvania, PennDOT and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission are putting restrictions in place for certain vehicles Monday evening.
  The restrictions will start at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15 and will continue until officials call them off.
  The following vehicles will be affected by the restrictions:Tractors without trailers;
  Tractors towing unloaded or lightly loaded enclosed trailers, open trailers or tank trailers;
  Tr
  
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• Allegheny County Health Department Plans To Continue Distributing COVID-19 Vaccine During Winter Weather

  15-02-2021 02:36
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Winter weather will not stop Allegheny County from giving out COVID-19 vaccines.
  The Allegheny County Health Department says its Monroeville site will be open tomorrow.
  On Tuesday, both the Monroeville and Castle Shannon sites are open.
  The health department is working on a plan for makeup appointments if you miss because of the weather.
  If you cannot make it, do not cancel. The health department will contact you to reschedule.
  CDC Coronavirus Inf
  
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• Nebraska ‘Steals’ Win At Penn State, Breaks Big Ten Skid

  15-02-2021 02:01
  
  UNIVERSITY PARK, Penn. (AP) — Teddy Allen raced for a fastbreak layup off a steal with 12 seconds left, lifting Nebraska into a 62-61 win over Penn State on Sunday, ending the Cornhuskers string of 25 Big Ten losses that stretched back for more than a year.
  After a quick timeout to set up a final play, Penn State turned it over again, this time with Trey McGowens making the steal for Nebraska as time expired. Dalano Banton made the steal that led to Allen’s game-winner as the Huskers
  
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• Two Dead, Three In Hospital After Crash In North Huntingdon Township

  15-02-2021 01:49
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  NORTH HUNTINGTON (KDKA) — Police are advising motorists to stay away from Route 30 and Carpenter Lane after a serious crash occurred in North Huntingdon Township.According to North Huntingdon Chief Rob Rizzo, the crash involved two vehicles and has led to two deaths. Three people are in the hospital receiving treatment.Rizzo told KDKA it was a crossover crash, and it will take some time to reopen Route 30.(Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Stay with KDKA as we follow this developi
  
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• Three Dead, Two In Hospital After Crash In North Huntingdon Township

  15-02-2021 01:49
  
  By: KDKA-TV’s Jessica Guay
  NORTH HUNTINGTON (KDKA) — A deadly crash involving two vehicles in North Huntingdon Township led to three deaths on Sunday. Two people are in the hospital receiving treatment.Officials told KDKA it was a crossover crash on Route 30 near Carpenter Lane.
  Route 30 reopened hours after the crash initially happened. It took emergency crews four hours to clear the scene, and motorists were asked to avoid the crash site.The cause of the crash is unknown at this ti
  
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• Route 30 Shut Down After Serious Crash In North Huntington Township

  15-02-2021 01:49
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  NORTH HUNTINGTON (KDKA) — Police are advising motorists to stay away from Route 30 and Carpenter Lane after a serious crash occurred in North Huntington Township.(Photo Credit: KDKA)
  According to KDKA-TV reporter Jessica Guay, the highway will be shut down to motorists for an extended amount of time.
  #BREAKING Serious crash on Route 30 in North Huntington Township. The police department says to avoid Route 30 and Carpenter Lane. It’s near Bonnie Drive. The high
  
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• Route 30 Shut Down After Serious Crash In North Huntingdon Township

  15-02-2021 01:49
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  NORTH HUNTINGTON (KDKA) — Police are advising motorists to stay away from Route 30 and Carpenter Lane after a serious crash occurred in North Huntingdon Township.(Photo Credit: KDKA)
  According to KDKA-TV reporter Jessica Guay, the highway will be shut down to motorists for an extended amount of time.
  #BREAKING Serious crash on Route 30 in North Huntington Township. The police department says to avoid Route 30 and Carpenter Lane. It’s near Bonnie Drive. The high
  
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• Wright Scores 24, Leads Georgia Tech Past Pitt 71-65

  15-02-2021 01:34
  
  ATLANTA (AP) — Moses Wright scored 24 points, making four of five shots in the second half as Georgia Tech held off Pitt 71-65 on Sunday.
  Bubba Parham added 11 points for Georgia Tech (10-8, 6-6 Atlantic Coast Conference), scoring five in the last 1:20 with a key 3-pointer and two foul shots, Michael Devoe scored 11 of his 13 after halftime and Jose Alvarado scored 12 with seven rebounds.
  Ithiel Horton paced Pitt (9-7, 5-6) with 18 points, 15 coming in the second half. His 3-pointer with 2
  
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• Pleasant Hills native spreads hot dog cheer — and whistles — in Oscar Mayer’s iconic Wienermobile

  15-02-2021 01:28 via post-gazette.com
  
  On Sunday, fans got to “ketchup” with the famed 27-foot-long rolling hot dog at the Heinz History Center.
  
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• Hazardous Winter Weather Conditions Leads To Vehicle Crashes Across City Of Pittsburgh

  15-02-2021 01:12
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The freezing drizzle overnight and this morning left many roads a mess for drivers today. There were numerous accidents, vehicles crashing into other vehicles and even houses!
  “Ice, there’s nothing you can do with ice. You can’t drive on it, you can’t stop on it, you can’t walk on it, it’s bad,” said Joe Jinicky with C&R Collision.
  In the city of Pittsburgh, vehicles were either at an angle after sliding down a street, or we
  
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• Hazardous Winter Weather Conditions Leads To Vehicle Accidents Across City Of Pittsburgh

  15-02-2021 01:12
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The freezing drizzle overnight and this morning left many roads a mess for drivers today. There were numerous accidents, vehicles crashing into other vehicles and even houses!
  “Ice, there’s nothing you can do with ice. You can’t drive on it, you can’t stop on it, you can’t walk on it, it’s bad,” said Joe Jinicky with C&R Collision.
  In the city of Pittsburgh, vehicles were either at an angle after sliding down a street, or we
  
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• Rust Scores Twice, Penguins Pull Away From Capitals 6-3

  15-02-2021 00:34
  
  PITTSBURGH (AP) — Bryan Rust scored two goals and added an assist as the Pittsburgh Penguins remained unbeaten at home with a 6-3 victory over the Washington Capitals on Sunday.
  Brandon Tanev, Jake Guentzel, Zach Aston-Reese and Sidney Crosby also scored for Pittsburgh while Tristan Jarry made 28 saves and assisted on Aston-Reese’s score as the Penguins beat the rusty Capitals for the third time in three meetings this season.
  Nicklas Backstrom collected his 250th career goal for Wash
  
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