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• Moderna Begins Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccine Trial

  16-03-2021 23:41
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – COVID-19 vaccines are on the minds of a lot of parents.
  “Absolutely, I’d like one for infants,” says Caitlin Evans of Squirrel Hill.
  “They really need to be back with their peers, and the only way to really do that is to get people fully vaccinated,” says Em Bennett of the North Side.
  “I absolutely want there to be a vaccine for kids. We have our son signed up for a research study so hopefully he’ll be able to get one,” sa
  
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• Allegheny Health Network Doctor Explains Importance Of Coronavirus Herd Immunity

  16-03-2021 23:40
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – As we approach spring, people are itching to get out of their houses.Whether it’s traveling out of state, going to a restaurant or having a get-together with family, when will we be able to do these things without the fear of COVID-19?
  “It’s just been dragging and dragging on. I’m going to be really happy when it’s all over,” said Michael McGovern.
  McGovern is itching to do all those things, but doctors told KDKA it’s not as sim
  
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• UPMC, Penguins holding drive-up vaccination clinic in Cranberry today

  16-03-2021 23:22 via post-gazette.com
  
  Appointments are necessary for the event on Wednesday at the UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex.
  
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• UPMC, Penguins holding drive-up vaccination clinic in Cranberry

  16-03-2021 23:22 via post-gazette.com
  
  Appointments are necessary for the event on Wednesday at the UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex.
  
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• Furry Tails: Bexley, Layla & Paisley Are Waiting For Forever Homes

  16-03-2021 23:11
  
  Are you looking to bring a pet into your home? Local animal shelters are a great place to find a furry companion. So, as part of Furry Tails, I’ll be doing an ongoing feature on adoptable pets from local animal shelters once a week. If you have room in your heart and are looking to bring a lovable ball of fur into your home, maybe one of these guys is meant to be a part of your family!_____________________________________________________________________________________
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• Tad Boyle And Colorado Buffaloes Went From ‘Low Of Lows’ After Pac-12 Tournament To Hearing Names Called On Sunday

  16-03-2021 22:40
  
  (CBS4) – Tad Boyle and the Buffs are in Indianapolis preparing for their first round game in the NCAA men’s basketball tournament on Saturday.
  Head coach Tad Boyle of the Colorado Buffaloes talks to his team during a timeout at Jon M. Huntsman Center on Jan. 11 in Salt Lake City. (Photo by Chris Gardner/Getty Images)
  It’s been a whirlwind past couple days for Boyle and the Buffs, who lost in the Pac-12 championship game on Saturday night then less than 24 hours later heard thei
  
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• Hempfield Area School District Ready For High School Students To Return To Classroom

  16-03-2021 22:39
  
  HEMPFIELD, Pa. (KDKA) — One of Westmoreland County’s largest school districts is about to transition to full-time, in-person learning for high school students.Hempfield Area School District announced a phased return for high school students. Hempfield Area already has elementary and middle school students in classes five days a week.Administrators say they’ve had success with that. For now, it’s time for the high schoolers to crack the books in the classroom.
  The district
  
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• Shell Says Beaver County Cracker Plant Expected To Be Completed In 2022

  16-03-2021 22:27
  
  MONACA, Pa. (AP) — Shell Chemicals officials say the planned multi-billion-dollar petrochemical, or ethane cracker, plant in western Pennsylvania is expected to be completed next year.
  The company said in a statement Tuesday that the company is now in the early stages of commissioning and start-up activities, the Beaver County Times reported.
  Shell CEO Ben Van Beurden said in an earnings call last month that the complex, now more than 70 percent complete, would likely be “fully opera
  
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• Robert Morris University Reopening In Fall

  16-03-2021 22:19
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) – Robert Morris University says it’s reopening in the fall.The university sent a letter to students about campus life returning to normal for the fall semester.The letter says the university is preparing for normal in-person classes and fans will be allowed to attend sporting events.Summer classes will also be in-person, and the university says students who want to live on campus for the summer will be able to.More details about RMU&rs
  
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• Within Black community, trust in public health was needed to overcome vaccination apprehension

  16-03-2021 21:59 via post-gazette.com
  
  The state is working with community groups to be clear in its messaging and create greater health equity for the underserved.
  
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• City Rolling Out Phase 2 Of Blue Bin Recycling Effort

  16-03-2021 21:46
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — More recycling bins are rolling out to Pittsburgh curbs.
  Phase 2 of the Pittsburgh Public Works Department’s effort to distribute blue bins in the city will begin in May.
  The focus for this phase is on neighborhoods east of downtown – East Liberty, Friendship, Garfield, Highland Park and Lower Polish Hill.
  According to the city, residents of the southern, western and northern neighborhoods will receive their bins in 2022.
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• Easter Bunny Coming To The Westmoreland Mall

  16-03-2021 21:32
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  GREENSBURG, Pa. (KDKA) — The Easter Bunny will be at the Westmoreland Mall this year.
  You and your family can visit starting Friday, March 19 through April 3.
  Visits will be contactless with social distancing and mask-wearing measures in place.
  You do have to schedule an appointment online.
  To do so, visit this link.
  
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• New Sewickley Police Charge Michael Miklaucic, Accused Of Strangling Father Over Scam And Loss Of A Substantial Amount Of Money

  16-03-2021 21:05
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  NEW SEWICKLEY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) — Police say a Massachusetts man is accused of strangling his own father here in Beaver County after the 83-year-old man got caught up in a scam and lost a substantial amount of money.
  New Sewickley Police say they have charged 57-year-old Michael Miklaucic with homicide. According to investigators, Michael has confessed to his father’s death, but has not shown any remorse.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Ian Smith)
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• NCAA Tournament 2021: 5 Potential Bracket Busters To Keep In Mind While Filling Out Your Bracket

  16-03-2021 20:52
  
  (CBS Local)- It’s that time of the year again where we all sit down to fill out a bracket as we attempt to win our office or friend’s bracket pools. The 2021 NCAA Tournament is going to be different than years past in many respects. Limited capacity of fans, all games being played in one state, and a different rhythm to the schedule with First Four games starting Thursday and the first round on Friday.
  But, one thing that is unlikely to change is the upsets. Each year, there are team
  
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• Mercyhurst Cuts Tuition For Adult Students By 30 Percent

  16-03-2021 20:50
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  ERIE, Pa. (KDKA) – Mercyhurst is cutting tuition by 30 percent for adult undergraduates and associate degree students.
  The university announced the tuition cuts last week. Vice President for Enrollment Joseph Howard says they were able to leverage savings from consolidating its North East campus to reset tuition at $555 per credit for students seeking an associate or certificate degree.
  The new tuition rate goes into effect with the summer 2021 semester and is also a
  
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• State Rep. Jeff Pyle Retiring, Citing Health Issues

  16-03-2021 20:03
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) – Rep. Jeff Pyle, a Republican representing parts of Armstrong, Indiana and Butler counties, announced his retirement Tuesday.
  Pyle was diagnosed with kidney cancer in 2005 and recently suffered a stroke.
  (Photo: Pennsylvania House of Representatives)
  “It has been a privilege to serve the residents of the 60th Legislative District for more than 16 years but it’s time to now put my health first,” Pyle said in a press release.
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• ‘A GRAMMY Salute To The Sounds Of Change’ Comes To CBS On March 17th

  16-03-2021 19:56
  
  (CBS) – On the heels of The 63rd Annual GRAMMY Awards this past Sunday, CBS will broadcast the new two-hour special A GRAMMY Salute To The Sounds Of Change, that highlights the stories behind the songs that have seen us through the darkest hours and greatest triumphs of the 20th and 21st centuries. The special airs Wednesday, March 17th from 9:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT on CBS and will also be available to stream live and on demand with Paramount+.
  A GRAMMY Salute To The Sounds Of Change will feat
  
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• Charmaine Walker On VH1’s ‘Black Ink Crew: Chicago’: ‘Things Have Changed Drastically With Tattooing’

  16-03-2021 19:51
  
  (CBS Local)– Charmaine Walker has been a mainstay on VH1 for years as one of the members of “Black Ink Crew: Chicago” and the actor, radio host and entrepreneur is back with shows you do not want to miss. Part one of “Black Ink Crew: Secrets Unlocked” aired on Monday and part two airs Monday, March 29 at 9pm EST/PST on VH1.
  The special celebrates nearly a decade of the Black Ink franchise and features your favorite personalities from New York, Chicago and Compt
  
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• Mercer County, PA: The Perfect Destination For A Safe And Challenging Golf Escape

  16-03-2021 19:43
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – What makes Mercer County, PA an attractive destination for golf?
  Multiple courses within a half-hour or less drive from one another, a great selection of middle- to high-end courses, low greens fees, and a variety of accommodations centrally located to the courses. Dozens of fabulous restaurants, wineries, brewpubs and bar choices are nearby for the ultimate weekend golf experience. The Mercer County, PA area offers two lodging facilities located on golf courses and 15
  
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• Heinz History Center’s Annual Irish Genealogy Workshop Goes Virtual

  16-03-2021 19:40
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Heinz History Center’s seventh annual Irish genealogy workshop is going virtual this year.
  The workshop will be hosted on Zoom March 30 at 9 a.m. It aims to help beginners and seasoned genealogists examine historical records and electronic resources to advance their Irish genealogy research.
  You can learn more about the event and register here.
  
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• FBI: Pennsylvania Woman Photographed Inside Trashed Conference Room In Capitol On Jan. 6

  16-03-2021 19:27
  
  SCRANTON, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania woman allegedly cheered on rioters as they stormed into the U.S. Capitol in early January and was photographed in a trashed conference room inside the building, the FBI said in a newly unsealed affidavit.
  Annie C. Howell of Swoyersville was charged earlier this month with trespassing, disorderly or disruptive conduct, violent entry and obstruction of Congress during the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol by supporters of then-President Donald Trump.
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• Planning Underway For 30th Annual Pittsburgh Irish Festival

  16-03-2021 19:17
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – As Pittsburgh gets ready for St. Patrick’s Day, planning is underway for the Pittsburgh Irish Festival this fall.
  The 30th Annual Pittsburgh Irish Festival will be held on Sept. 10 through 12 at Sandcastle. It will be held in-person, and organizers said safety is the top priority.
  There will be music, dancing, food and more. There will also be reduced capacity, mask-wearing and social distancing.
  Organizers say more details will be disclosed
  
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• Jim Nantz, Bill Raftery, Grant Hill And Tracy Wolfson Share Favorite Indianapolis Final Four Memories

  16-03-2021 19:16
  
  (CBS Local)- The Final Four has been played in Indianapolis seven times prior to this year’s edition in a few weeks. This year, the entire tournament takes place in Indiana and mostly in the city. CBS’ top broadcast team of Jim Nantz, Bill Raftery, Grant Hill and Tracy Wolfson have plenty of memories from the previous trips made to Indy and they took time to share those memories this week on a media call with reporters.
  For Wolfson, the lead sideline reporter for CBS, she remembers t
  
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• Ohio Republicans Introduce Bill Seeking To End Mask Mandate

  16-03-2021 19:00
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (KDKA) — Ohio Republicans are introducing a bill that is looking to end the state’s current mask mandate.
  Representative Jena Powell has more than a dozen Ohio Republican legislators co-sponsoring House Bill 202, which seeks to make the current mask mandate invalid and require the General Assembly’s approval for future orders for facial coverings.Governor Mike DeWine issued Ohio’s statewide mask order on July 23, 2020.On Monday, Gover
  
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• Riverside Beaver County School District Employee Under Investigation For Possible Inappropriate Conduct With Students

  16-03-2021 18:40
  
  NEW SEWICKLEY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) – North Sewickley Township Police are investigating a Riverside Beaver County School District employee for possible inappropriate conduct with students.
  A statement from the superintendent says after learning about the alleged inappropriate conduct, the district reported it to law enforcement and is taking all the steps required by law.JUST IN: The Riverside Beaver County School District says an employee has been placed on paid administrative leave after
  
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• Riverside Beaver County School District Employee On Paid Administrative Leave After Possible Inappropriate Conduct With Students

  16-03-2021 18:40
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  ELLWOOD CITY, Pa. (KDKA) – A Riverside Beaver County School District employee is on paid administrative leave for what the superintendent calls “possible inappropriate conduct with students.”
  JUST IN: The Riverside Beaver County School District says an employee has been placed on paid administrative leave after possible inappropriate conduct with students. The district has reported it to law enforcement. School statement below @KDKA pic.twitter.com/tyrQ3G
  
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• Man Confesses To Killing Grandfather, Pulls Human Ears From Pocket During Questioning

  16-03-2021 18:40
  
  LAKE COUNTY, Fla. (CBSMiami) – A Florida man is charged with murdering his 77-year-old grandfather and cutting the elderly man’s ears off with a knife. Police say the suspect, Kolby Parker, even pulled the ears of the victim, identified as Ronald Wells Sr., out of his pockets when questioned.
  According to CBS affiliate WPEC, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office was called to a home in DeLand in Central Florida on Saturday night for reports of a man who said he was attacked by his g
  
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• Police Investigating Homicide In New Sewickley Township

  16-03-2021 18:31
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  NEW SEWICKLEY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) — Police in Beaver County are conducting a homicide investigation at a home in New Sewickley Township.
  Investigators were first called to Fezell Road around 8 a.m.
  (Photo Credit: Meghan Schiller/KDKA)
  KDKA’s Meghan Schiller reports from the scene that police are going in and out of a home at that location.
  New Sewickley Police have scheduled a news conference at 3 p.m. in order to release more details on the investigation.#BRE
  
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• NCAA Tournament 2021 Midwest Region Preview: Fresh Off Big Ten Title Illinois Looks For First Final Four Since 2005

  16-03-2021 18:29
  
  (CBS Local)- The Fighting Illini are a top seed in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since the 2005 season. That was also the last time that the program made a Final Four appearance, losing the the national title game. Could they repeat that team’s success this year? It’s certainly possible.
  But, they have some teams lurking who could trip them up on the way to a spot in Lucas Oil Stadium in early April. Oklahoma State has the consensus number one pick in the NBA Draft, Cade Cun
  
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• New Restaurants Set To Open In Bakery Square In May

  16-03-2021 18:08
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — New restaurants are getting ready to open in Pittsburgh’s Bakery Square.A variety of food will be offered, ranging from classic American to Asian cusines.According to the Tribune-Review, the Galley Group is opening four new restaurants in the food hall in May.
  They are GG’s Cafe, Somi, City Fresh Pasta and Bubba’s.
  The food hall is two stories and will have both indoor and outdoor seating.
  
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• COVID-19 In Pennsylvania: State Health Dept. Announces 3,119 More Coronavirus Cases, 65 Additional Deaths

  16-03-2021 17:40
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting 3,119 new Coronavirus cases and 65 new deaths.
  The statewide total number of cases since the beginning of the pandemic has risen to 970,717 since Monday’s report, according to the state’s data.
  There are 1,450 people across the state in the hospital with COVID-19. Of those hospitalized, 286 patients are in the ICU.
  The Health Department says the statewide percent positivity for the wee
  
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• Pennsylvania Capitol Building Reopening To The Public

  16-03-2021 17:36
  
  HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania’s Capitol will reopen to the public this month for the first time since December, Gov. Tom Wolf’s administration said Tuesday, albeit with social-distancing requirements, no events scheduled inside and a stepped-up police presence following the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
  The building will reopen March 22, the Department of General Services said.
  Visitors must wear a mask and adhere to social distancing, while the Capitol Police will m
  
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• How Can You Tell The Difference Between COVID And Spring Allergy Symptoms?

  16-03-2021 17:30
  
  MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Maybe you’ve been scratching your eyes or wiping your nose more lately.
  Spring allergy season is here, once again right alongside the COVID-19 pandemic.
  Some of the symptoms between the two are similar. So how do you know if it’s COVID-19 or allergies? We’ll help you spot the differences, and highlights a common deterrent for both of them.
  Spring is a crazy season. One day you’re basking in the sun. The next, it disappears behind a blanket of sn
  
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• Stimulus Check Update: What Other Benefits Does The Economic Relief Package Offer?

  16-03-2021 17:25
  
  (CBS Detroit) — The third stimulus check is already starting to reach bank accounts. But the $1.9 trillion economic relief package, which President Biden signed into law last Thursday, includes a lot more than a $1,400 payment. The American Relief Plan attempts to ease the economic pain brought on by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. It contains programs that support struggling families, communities and small businesses, and fight the spread of COVID through testing, tracing and vaccinations.
  
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• Beltzhoover man pleads guilty to killing 3-year-old

  16-03-2021 17:23 via post-gazette.com
  
  Marlin Pritchard is scheduled to be sentenced in June in the killing of Chassity Clancy.
  
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• COVID-19 In Ohio: State Lowers Age Limit For Vaccine To 16 Years And Older

  16-03-2021 16:53
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP/KDKA) — The coronavirus vaccine will be available to anyone in Ohio 16 years and older by the end of the month, Gov. Mike DeWine announced Tuesday.
  A significant increase in vaccine supplies expected in the state warrants the eligibility expansion, the governor said. Currently, Ohioans 50 and older are eligible, along with a variety of others such as nursing home residents, front line medical workers, and people with certain congenital health issues.
  “It’s a
  
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• Moderna Starts COVID Vaccine Study For Children Under 12

  16-03-2021 16:45
  
  CAMBRIDGE (CBS) – Moderna has started a study of its coronavirus vaccine in children under the age of 12.
  The Cambridge-based company announced Tuesday that the first participants in the research – ages 6 months to less than 12 years – have received doses.
  The two-part study is designed to show how children tolerate the vaccine, and to make sure it’s safe and effective for them.  This expands the age bracket of Moderna’s study which started with kids ages 12 to
  
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• NCAA Tournament 2021 East Region Preview: Michigan Won’t Have Isaiah Livers, Can They Still Make A Final Four Run?

  16-03-2021 16:42
  
  (CBS Local)- The Michigan Wolverines are one of two Big Ten teams to draw a one seed in this year’s tournament (Illinois is the other). Juwan Howard’s group finished the season tops in the Big Ten, but suffered two losses in the conference tournament. They fell in the semifinals to Ohio State, but perhaps more importantly, they lost senior forward Isaiah Livers to a stress fracture in his foot. Livers was second on the team in scoring and averaged over 31 minutes per game.
  While the
  
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• Marlin Pritchard Pleads Guilty To Murdering 3-Year-Old Girl

  16-03-2021 16:31
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A man who said he slept with a shotgun and woke up to find a 3-year-old girl dead has pleaded guilty to murder.
  The Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office says Marlin Pritchard appeared in-person before a judge Tuesday morning and pleaded guilty to one count of third degree murder and one firearms violation in connection with the shooting death of a toddler.
  (Photo Credit: Allegheny County Jail)
  Chassity Clancy was found dead inside a h
  
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• Marlin Pritchard Pleads Guilty In 3-Year-Old Girl’s Shooting Death

  16-03-2021 16:31
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A man who said he slept with a shotgun and woke up to find a 3-year-old girl dead has pleaded guilty to murder.
  The Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office says Marlin Pritchard appeared in-person before a judge Tuesday morning and pleaded guilty to one count of third degree murder and one firearms violation in connection with the shooting death of a toddler.
  (Photo Credit: Allegheny County Jail)
  Chassity Clancy was found dead inside a h
  
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• Lt. Gov. John Fetterman Gives Remarks Leading Up To President Joe Biden’s Visit To Pennsylvania

  16-03-2021 16:16
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) — President Joe Biden is visiting Pennsylvania today to discuss the American Rescue Plan.
  Biden plans to visit Delaware County and Chester, Pennsylvania, according to CBS News.Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman said that he was “glad the President decided to make the commonwealth his first stop.”“It is great to see President Biden back in Pennsylvania today, talking to working people about the concrete benefits of the American Resc
  
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• Spring Training Report: Has Shohei Ohtani Finally Returned To Form?

  16-03-2021 16:09
  
  (CBS LA) — With so much else happening in the sports world, it’s hard to believe that opening day is just over two weeks away. All 30 teams will be in action come April 1, when meaningless spring training games give way to meaningful regular season games. At least as meaningful as any one of 162 games can be.
  This time last year everyone was wondering if there would even be a season. So the imminent return of America’s Game, and the certainty that comes with it, is enough to br
  
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• COVID-19 In Pittsburgh: Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Reports 306 More Coronavirus Cases, No Additional Deaths

  16-03-2021 16:07
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is reporting 306 new Coronavirus cases and no additional deaths.
  Of the newly reported cases, 127 are confirmed from 559 PCR tests. There are 179 probable cases.
  The dates of positive tests range from March 4-15.
  The Health Department says new cases range in age from 1 year to 91 years, with a median age of 36 years.
  There have now been 5,378 total hospitalizations and 80,360 total coronavirus cases in Allegh
  
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• ‘I Set Up A Studio In My Garage’: Texas Woman Recalls Losing Nearly $200,000 To Bruno Mars Imposter

  16-03-2021 15:45
  
  NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – A Texas woman is speaking out for the first time about the romance scam that cost her close to $200,000.
  She is afraid of becoming a target again so CBS 11 News is not revealing her identity.
  “Jane” says she was adapting to a new way of life in 2018 after her husband of 25 years died. She moved into a new home, bought a new phone and spent a lot of time on social media interacting with friends and strangers.
  One man came on strong righ
  
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• Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald Vetoes Paid Sick Days Act

  16-03-2021 15:40
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald has vetoed the Paid Sick Days Act.The Allegheny County Council passed the bill 10-4 on March 9. The bill requires businesses in Allegheny County to pay their employees paid sick leave, with the exemption of businesses with 25 or fewer employees.
  For the policy to take effect, it would have required Fitzgerald’s signature.Fitzgerald said that the process the council used to pass the Paid Sick Days Ac
  
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• Horrifying Video Shows Plane Crash Into SUV Outside Airport, Killing 3, Including Young Boy In Car

  16-03-2021 14:55
  
  PEMBROKE PINES, Fla. (CBSMiami) – A young boy in an SUV struck by a small plane that crashed just outside North Perry Airport in Florida on Monday afternoon has died in the hospital.
  According to a Pembroke Pines Fire Department spokesperson, the crash took place in the area of SW 72 Avenue and 12 Street. The FAA said the single-engine Beechcraft Bonanza crashed shortly after takeoff around 3:00 p.m. Monday.
  WFOR-TV obtained Ring video of the crash from Anabel Fernandez, who lives dir
  
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• Allegheny Co. Health Dept. To Hold COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics At Petersen Events Center, Set To Open Three Additional Vaccine Sites

  16-03-2021 14:28
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department will be holding a mass COVID-19 vaccination clinics at the Petersen Events Center starting tomorrow.
  Available appointments will be posted on the county’s COVID-19 vaccine page.
  Approximately 1,000 vaccinations will be offered daily starting on Wednesday, March 17 and be offered through the end of next week.
  For more information and to schedule an appointment, click here.
  Residents who don’t have
  
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• Allegheny Co. Health Dept. To Hold COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic At Petersen Events Center, Set To Open Three Additional Vaccine Sites

  16-03-2021 14:28
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department will be holding a mass COVID-19 vaccination clinic at the Petersen Events Center starting tomorrow.
  Also, three additional COVID-19 vaccine distribution locations will be opening in Allegheny County before the end of the month.
  The county says the locations will be located at a temporary site in Oakland, a site in the Central Hill District, and a site in Ross Township.
  All sites will operate on an appointment
  
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• PTL Links: March 16, 2021

  16-03-2021 14:21
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Penn Commercial
  Feed The Need Radiothon
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• How To Play KDKA’s Bracket Challenge

  16-03-2021 14:10
  
  With about a week left before Selection Sunday, it’s time to start brushing up on your college basketball knowledge. As you put together your list of top teams, favorites and potential bracket busters, why not put all that knowledge to the test with our Bracket Challenge game?
  The game launches today, and you can register by visiting this link. The brackets are now open, be sure to make your picks before the first round of the tournament tips off on Friday, March 19 at 12:15 p.m. Eastern T
  
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