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• Cleveland Indians Avoid Three-Game Sweep By Pittsburgh Pirates With 2-1 Win

  20-06-2021 23:55
  
  PITTSBURGH (AP) — Josh Naylor foiled Pittsburgh’s strategy with an RBI single in the seventh inning, helping the Cleveland Indians beat the Pirates 2-1 Sunday.
  Cleveland avoided a three-game sweep by the Pirates, who had lost 10 straight entering the series. The Indians have won seven of 10.
  The lefty-swinging Naylor sent the first pitch he saw from left-handed reliever Chasen Shreve to right, driving in Eddie Rosario to break a 1-all tie. Naylor, who had an earlier hit, was batting
  
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• Boy, 5, Falls From Second Floor Window

  20-06-2021 23:41
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh Police say a 5-year-old boy fell from a second floor window in Pittsburgh’s Morningside neighborhood Sunday afternoon.First responders arrived at the 1400 block of Jancey Street and took the boy to a local hospital in stable condition.
  Police say it is likely the boy broke his leg due to the fall.Pittsburgh Police are investigating the incident.
  
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• Police: 7 People Hospitalized After Two-Vehicle Crash, 1 Child In Critical Condition

  20-06-2021 23:18
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A two-vehicle crash near the intersection of West Carson Street and Corliss Street on Sunday has sent seven people to the hospital, including one child who is in critical condition.The crash was reported around 1:30 p.m. Sunday.Pittsburgh Police say one adult and four children were found injured in one vehicle, and two adults were injured in the other vehicle.Six of those involved were transported in stable condition, but a child was sent to a hos
  
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• Port Authority returns to full capacity on buses, light rail vehicles on Monday

  20-06-2021 22:50 via post-gazette.com
  
  Port Authority will have no more restrictions on the number of riders on its vehicles due to the pandemic and will install new air systems.
  
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• Port Authority returns to full capacity on buses, light rail vehicles

  20-06-2021 22:50 via post-gazette.com
  
  Port Authority will have no more restrictions on the number of riders on its vehicles due to the pandemic and will install new air systems.
  
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• WEATHER: Sun finds its way out from behind ’Burgh-area clouds after severe storms, high winds move through region

  20-06-2021 22:35 via post-gazette.com
  
  An unusually strong cold front brings Canadian air to region for a day.
   
   
  
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• WEATHER: Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Pittsburgh region

  20-06-2021 22:35 via post-gazette.com
  
  An unusually strong cold front brings Canadian air to region for a day.
  
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• WEATHER: Severe storms, much cooler temperatures in this week's forecast

  20-06-2021 22:35 via post-gazette.com
  
  An unusually strong cold front brings Canadian air to region for a day.
  
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• WEATHER: Severe storms, high winds move through Pittsburgh region

  20-06-2021 22:35 via post-gazette.com
  
  An unusually strong cold front brings Canadian air to region for a day.
  
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• WEATHER: Severe storms, high winds expected soon for Pittsburgh region

  20-06-2021 22:35 via post-gazette.com
  
  An unusually strong cold front brings Canadian air to region for a day.
  
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• WEATHER: Hot, humid Monday with scattered thunderstorms today

  20-06-2021 22:35 via post-gazette.com
  
  An unusually strong cold front brings Canadian air to region for a day.
  
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• WEATHER: Hot, humid Monday with scattered thunderstorms forecast today

  20-06-2021 22:35 via post-gazette.com
  
  An unusually strong cold front brings Canadian air to region for a day.
  
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• WEATHER: Hot, humid Monday forecast with severe storms before cool temps move in

  20-06-2021 22:35 via post-gazette.com
  
  An unusually strong cold front brings Canadian air to region for a day.
  
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• WEATHER: Hot, humid Monday forecast before cool temps move in

  20-06-2021 22:35 via post-gazette.com
  
  An unusually strong cold front brings Canadian air to region for a day.
  
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• Severe storms and much cooler temperatures in this week's weather forecast

  20-06-2021 22:35 via post-gazette.com
  
  An unusually strong cold front brings Canadian air to region for a day.
  
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• After pleasant Fathers Day, severe storms and cooler temperatures in this week's weather forecast

  20-06-2021 22:35 via post-gazette.com
  
  An unusually strong cold front brings Canadian air to region for a day.
  
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• Indoor Mask Mandate Ends On West Virginia’s 158th Birthday

  20-06-2021 22:26
  
  CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP/KDKA) — West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice declared an end to the state’s indoor mask requirement Sunday as a $1 million winner was revealed in a drawing for residents who have received the coronavirus vaccine.
  Karen Foley of Mineral Wells won the top prize announced on a sweltering Father’s Day at the Capitol Complex in Charleston during a celebration of the state’s 158th birthday.
  “Now we’re going to probably change somebody’s life in
  
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• Kohl’s Plans To Close All Stores On Thanksgiving Day

  20-06-2021 21:38
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  MENOMONEE, Wi./PITTSBURGH, Pa. (KDKA) — For the second year in a row, Kohl’s has decided to close all its stores for Thanksgiving.The company says that its decision to close all stores on Thursday, November 25 was due to the “positive response” from customers about the stores being closed for the holiday last year.Online shopping will still be an option for customers on Thanksgiving, and stores will reopen on the following day, Black Friday.The depa
  
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• Police Investigating After Body Recovered From Allegheny River

  20-06-2021 20:13
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Police are investigating after a body was recovered from the Allegheny River.
  According to police, boaters informed police of a body in the water near the 40th Street Bridge around 1:15 p.m. on Sunday.
  River Rescue crews were dispatched to the scene and recovered the body of a man.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Jeremy Stockdill)
  Police are investigating.
  The cause and the manner of the death will be released by the Allegheny County Medical E
  
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• Body Recovered From Allegheny River

  20-06-2021 20:13
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Homicide investigators have been called after a body has been recovered from the Allegheny River in Pittsburgh.
  Dispatchers tell KDKA that a body has been recovered from the river near the 40th Street Bridge.
  A witness told dispatchers they saw something in the river that appeared to be a body.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Jeremy Stockdill)
  Homicide investigators have been called to the scene.
  Stay with KDKA for more on this developing stor
  
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• Zach Trotman Announces Retirement From NHL

  20-06-2021 17:27
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Zach Trotman spent the past several years in the Penguins organization, and now, he’s deciding to hang up his skates.
  Trotman announced on social media on Saturday that he was stepping away from hockey due to the physical toll the game was taking on his body.I owe a sincere thank you to the entire @WBSPenguins and @penguins organization, including the incredible fans. This wasn’t when or how I wanted to go out, but will have a lot of g
  
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• Ohio Twp. Police Officer And His K9 Help Rescue Missing Man Who Fell Down Hillside

  20-06-2021 16:02
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  OHIO TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — An officer and his K9 from the Ohio Township Police Department are being hailed as heroes after helping to rescue a missing man who had fallen down a hillside.
  On Saturday, police officers were notified of an abandoned vehicle located along Mt. Nebo Road that belonged to a man who was missing from a neighboring community.After searching the vehicle, there were no signs of the man.
  Officer Eric Wallace and his K9 Larry started working to track t
  
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• Pa. State Police Investigating Fatal Crash In Washington Co.

  20-06-2021 15:23
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  AMWELL TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — A deadly crash that took place in Washington County early Sunday morning is under investigation.
  20-year-old Hunter Hickle was pronounced dead at the scene of a crash along Waynesburg Road in Amwell Township.
  According to Washington Co. officials, Hickle was the lone occupant of a vehicle that was traveling south on Waynesburg Road when it left the roadway and crashed into a tree.
  Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the crash.
  
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• Part Of East Carson Street To Close During Vice President Kamala Harris’ Visit To Pittsburgh

  20-06-2021 15:01
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — With Vice President Kamala Harris set to be visiting Pittsburgh tomorrow, the city has announced that a temporary road closure will be in place.
  East Carson Street will be closed between South 28th Street and Sarah Street between approximately 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
  The city also says that rolling closures will take place as the Vice President’s motorcade travels in and around the city.
  “The public should pack a measure of
  
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• Night Market Returns To Market Square

  20-06-2021 13:29
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Market Square was packed with people on Saturday night as a summer staple returned.
  More than 60 vendors set up shop for the first Night Market of the year.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  The pop-up markets will run from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. every Saturday night through October, as long as the weather allows.
  Organizers hope to be able to show off what the city has to offer.
  
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• Pittsburgh Zoo Hosts COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic

  20-06-2021 13:22
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium joined the efforts to get more people vaccinated on Saturday.
  The zoo held a COVID-19 vaccine clinic in partnership with the Allegheny County Health Department.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Tim Lawson)
  As an added bonus, everyone who received a vaccine also received a free admission pass to the zoo.
  
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• Green Skies Spotted As Severe Weather Moves Through Ohio On Friday

  20-06-2021 13:16
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Green skies were spotted in Ohio as severe weather moved through the area.
  The storms moved through Dayton, Ohio on Friday night.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Several watches and warnings were issued and at least one tornado was whipped up by the storms.
  
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• Pittsburgh’s City-County Building Illuminated In Honor Of Juneteenth

  20-06-2021 13:11
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — As many celebrations were taking place on Saturday for Juneteenth, Pittsburgh’s City-County Building was lit in honor of the holiday as well.
  The building was lit in red, green, and gold.This evening, #Pittsburgh’s Seat of Government – the historic City-County Building – is illuminated in red, green, & gold as we recognize #Juneteenth.
  Recently recognized as a Federal Holiday, the Mayor & Council authorized it as an
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Spotty Showers, Chances Of Storms, Severe Weather

  20-06-2021 12:48
  
  By: KDKA-TV’s Bryan Shaw
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — It’s going to be another day with on and off rain and the chance for storms.
  Today should not have as many as Saturday.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center)
  Temperatures will be warmer, rising into the mid-80’s.
  There is still a chance for some of the storms today could be severe with gusty wind and hail being the main threat.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center)
  On Monday, a front will move through and bring widespread rain and
  
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• Police Investigating After Juvenile Male Shot While Answering Door At Mt. Washington Home

  20-06-2021 12:28
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A juvenile is recovering in the hospital after being shot after answering a knock on the door at a Mt. Washington home.
  According to police, officers were dispatched to the 300 block of Natchez Street just before 5:00 a.m. on Sunday.
  Officers discovered a juvenile male who had been shot inside the home after answering a knock at the door.
  The victim was taken to a local hospital. His condition was last listed as serious, but stable.
  Police say the
  
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• Ramp From Rt. 28 To Highland Park Bridge Closing Tomorrow For 3 Months

  20-06-2021 12:21
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Drivers who use Route 28 will want to be aware of a traffic alert going into effect tomorrow morning.
  The newest phase of the Route 28 project could lead to some delays and detours for the rest of the summer.
  The closure will be on the Northbound side of the road, from the Exit 6 ramp from Route 28 to the Highland Park Bridge.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Aaron Sledge)
  And this is no small project. The ramp will be closed for about 3 months when crews start worki
  
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• 'Sting of grief': Bereaved attempt to honor those who died during the pandemic

  20-06-2021 12:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  When Wes Shipley’s mother died of complications related to COVID-19 on April 8, 2020, the nascent public health crisis prevented him and his family from honoring her in person and together.
   
   
   
   
   
  
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• Pittsburgh's Black leaders see hope if Gainey can gain mayor's office

  20-06-2021 12:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Electing the first Black mayor  — a city deemed most livable, but where only some are reaping the benefits of the new economy — won’t solve everything, but it would mark an important rite of passage.
  
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• InFocus | A look behind the scenes at lifeguard training at the Oliver Bath House

  20-06-2021 12:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  It was a typical night for Franklin Hardy. Several times he sank to the bottom of the Oliver Bath House pool, motionless and seemingly unconscious.
   
  
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• More Than $100,000 Raised For Family Of Kara Leo After She Was Struck, Killed By Tree Branch

  20-06-2021 05:26
  
  MT. LEBANON (KDKA) — Friends, family, and community members have been stepping up to help Kara Leo’s family after she died in a freak accident involving a tree branch.
  40-year-old Leo and her husband, Jared Quinteros, were hiking along the Morton Ravine Trail at Boyce Mayview Park in Upper St. Clair when a large tree branch fell and struck the South Fayette couple Thursday night. Leo died in the hospital and Quinteros was seriously injured.
  “Just utter shock, I mean, you just d
  
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• PA Turnspike pays $503,000 for Jehovah's Witnesses hall in West Mifflin for Mon-Fayette Expressway

  20-06-2021 04:12 via post-gazette.com
  
  Pennsylvania Tuyrnpike says it needs land at Camp Hollow and Lebanon School roads to build an interchange for the $900 million toll road. 
  
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• Pa. Turnpike pays $503K for Jehovah's Witnesses hall in West Mifflin for Mon-Fayette Expressway

  20-06-2021 04:12 via post-gazette.com
  
  Pennsylvania Turnpike says it needs land at Camp Hollow and Lebanon School roads to build an interchange for the $900 million toll road. 
  
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• Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued For Lawrence and Beaver Counties, Parts Of Ohio

  20-06-2021 03:45
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BEAVER/LAWERENCE COUNTIES (KDKA) — A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Lawrence and Beaver Counties as well as parts of Ohio.NEW: Severe thunderstorm warning for Lawrence and Beaver Counties until 10pm. Storm capable of producing 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail near Columbiana heading SE at 25 mph. @KDKA pic.twitter.com/ijEqK0lOgw
  — Kristin Emery (@KristinEmery) June 20, 2021The warning remains in effect until 10 p.m. Saturday.
  All the impact
  
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• Pittsburgh Police: Man In Critical Condition After Shooting On North Side

  20-06-2021 03:25
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A man is in critical condition after a shooting in Allegheny Dwellings on the North Side Saturday.Police responded to the 1700 block of Belleau Drive following a Shotspotter Alert at 8:20 p.m. tonight.When they arrived on the scene, they found a man with gunshot wounds to his face and chest.Medics took him to the hospital in critical condition.Pittsburgh Police continue to investigate.
  
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• Man in critical condition after shooting in Fineview

  20-06-2021 03:18 via post-gazette.com
  
  One man is in critical condition after a a shooting in Fineview at the Allegheny Dwellings Saturday night.
  
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• Perez, Reynolds Home Runs Power Pirates Past Indians, 6-3

  20-06-2021 02:53
  
  PITTSBURGH (AP) — Michael Perez and Bryan Reynolds hit three-run home runs during the seventh inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied for a 6-3 victory over the Cleveland Indians on Saturday.
  Perez homered to right off Bryan Shaw (1-2) to put the Pirates ahead. Four batters later, Reynolds hit a 98 mph fastball from James Karinchak that sailed over the stands in right, bounced into the Allegheny River and was measured at 428 feet.
  Down 2-0 entering the seventh, the Pirates were aided by
  
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• ‘Say Their Names’ Prayer Service Remembers 36 Victims Of Social Injustice

  20-06-2021 02:44
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  EAST LIBERTY (KDKA) — In East Liberty on Saturday, more than a dozen clergy members came together for a prayer service.The service was held to remember victims of social injustice.The “Say Their Name” rally was modeled after the “Stations of the Cross” with a procession stopping at each of the victim’s names attached to a fence along Centre Avenue.
  
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• Vendors And Organizers Celebrate Juneteenth, Black Culture In Pittsburgh

  20-06-2021 02:17
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Rain or shine, Juneteenth celebrations continued today across the area.
  On this Juneteenth, vendors and organizers say this is about bringing communities closer as well as teaching and being open to learning, so we can create a better future.
  Despite heavy rain at times, Juneteenth festivities went on Saturday throughout Pittsburgh.
  In Pittsburgh’s Allentown neighborhood, Hilltop United Methodist Church was one of a few spots to mark the day and also celebrate its
  
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• Port Authority Dropping Capacity Limits On All Vehicles Tomorrow

  20-06-2021 01:53
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — On Sunday, Port Authority will drop all capacity restrictions on buses, train cars and the Mon Incline.
  However, Port Authority says passengers and employees will still be required to wear face coverings in accordance with CDC guidelines.
  Port Authority increased capacity limits originally on Monday, May 31.
  
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• City Of Monessen Celebrates Juneteenth For The First Time With Ceremony At City Hall

  20-06-2021 01:44
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  MONESSEN (KDKA) — For the first time ever, the City of Monessen celebrated Juneteenth.
  The city partnered with its new human relations commission to honor the day this Saturday.“We are honored that so many people came out to weather the rain and the humidity to come and celebrate this awesome holiday that has been long overdue but is finally here,” said Darla Holmes with the Monessen Human Relations Commission.Organizers hope the celebration grows each ye
  
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• No One Injured In Two-Alarm Fire At Mobile Home In North Fayette Township

  20-06-2021 01:28
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  NORTH FAYETTE TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — No one was injured in a two-alarm fire that heavily damaged two mobile homes Saturday afternoon.Just before 3 p.m., crews were called out to the Redwood Estates.Neighbors tell KDKA two families were forced out by the flmaes.So far, there is no word on a cause.
  
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• March Calls For Justice For Antwon Rose II On Day Marking 3 Years Since His Death

  20-06-2021 01:09
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Today marks three years since Antwon Rose II was shot and killed by an East Pittsburgh Police officer.On Saturday, dozens of people gathered to remember him and call for change.
  The march started on Mount Washington before coming downtown.All while, the demonstrators said the community won’t stand for police brutality.
  
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• Juneteenth celebrated with a day of services, songs and remembrance

  20-06-2021 00:42 via post-gazette.com
  
  They sang. They clapped. They cried out to God in prayer. And they vowed to reclaim what was once theirs.
   
  
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• Juneteenth celebrated as a day of service, song and remembrance

  20-06-2021 00:42 via post-gazette.com
  
  They sang. They clapped. They cried out to God in prayer. And they vowed to reclaim what was once theirs.
   
  
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• Homestead Grays Bridge Will Be Rededicated On Sunday

  20-06-2021 00:12
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — There will be a big rededication ceremony at the Homestead Grays Bridge this Sunday.
  It is to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the negro leagues, an occasion delayed by a year.
  On Friday, workers were putting up 22 new bridge banners honoring the Grays and the Pittsburgh Crawfords.
  There will also be a plaque and a new historical marker to honor the legacy of Black baseball players in the Pittsburgh area.
  
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