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• Child Tax Credit: What Will The Revised Credit Mean For Families?

  23-06-2021 23:58
  
  (CBS New York) — The revised Child Tax Credit is about to take effect. Starting July 15, most parents will receive a monthly payment of up to $300 per child, courtesy of the American Rescue Plan. That extra money can really add up, especially for families on the low end of the income spectrum. It may even be the difference between eating and not eating or paying and not paying rent.
  The enhanced Child Tax Credit will be available to about 39 million families, accounting for 65 million chil
  
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• 10 French Bulldogs Worth $60,000 Stolen From Ohio Breeder Found In Michigan

  23-06-2021 22:41
  
  TALLMADGE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — Ten French bulldogs stolen from a breeder in Ohio and worth an estimated total of $60,000 have been recovered in western Michigan, authorities said Wednesday.
  The dogs taken from Holmes County, Ohio, were found Monday in Tallmadge Township, the Ottawa County sheriff’s office said, after the victim searched online and found what were believed to be the dogs listed for sale.
  Sheriff’s officials in Holmes County contacted Ottawa County deputies, wh
  
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• Ross Twp. Police Investigating Vandalism At Denny Park

  23-06-2021 22:32
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  ROSS TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — Ross Township Police are asking for help from the public to identify a man in connection with vandalism at Denny Park.
  Police say the man they are looking for was caught on park surveillance cameras.
  (Photo Courtesy: Ross Township Police/Twitter)
  He was riding a dirt bike.Last night, vandalism occurred at Denny Park off of Jacks Run Rd.The Ross Police Department is seeking to identify the person in the pictures below.If you know this person or
  
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• Sticker Shock: Travelers Stunned By Rising Costs Of Renting A Car

  23-06-2021 22:26
  
  BOSTON (CBS) – With more people returning to the roads and skies this summer, it may come as no surprise as the demand for car rentals is skyrocketing. That means a smaller supply and higher prices for consumers.
  Newlyweds Drew and Austin Swigar are heading north to Maine using their rental car to tour the coast for their honeymoon. The couple is relieved they planned this trip back in January. “We booked it probably early enough that we got ahead of that rush,”
  
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• What Is COVID’s Delta Variant?

  23-06-2021 21:59
  
  MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO-TV) – As we return to pre-pandemic life, COVID-19 keeps evolving. A new strain, called the Delta variant, is starting to appear in the United States. It’s more contagious and severe than previous strains.
  So, what is the Delta variant? And should vaccinated people be concerned about it? Good Question.
  The number of people lining up for the COVID-19 vaccine in Minnesota has dropped in recent weeks and so too has the number of cases. But a new strain known as the
  
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• COVID-19 In Pennsylvania: State Health Department Reports 174 New Coronavirus Cases

  23-06-2021 21:43
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting 174 new Coronavirus cases and eight additional deaths over the past 24 hours.
  This brings the statewide total to 1,210,820 cases and 27,612 total COVID-19 related deaths since the pandemic began.
  There are 397 people across the state in the hospital with COVID-19, and 91 patients are in ICUs.
  The state says 11,482,733 total vaccine doses have been administered and 5,275,816 people are fully vaccin
  
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• Allegheny County Public Works Requests Input On Roberto Clemente Bridge Project

  23-06-2021 21:38
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Department of Public Works is seeking public input on the Roberto Clemente Bridge Project.
  From July 7 through July 23, the public will have opportunities to read a project overview, watch a video presentation and submit any questions and concerns regarding the bridge’s rehabilitation projectClick here for more.
  
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• ‘Behind The Music’ Comes To Paramount+ On July 29th Featuring LL Cool J, Duran Duran, Fat Joe

  23-06-2021 21:25
  
  (CBS) – Paramount+ has released the official trailer and key art for the iconic documentary series Behind The Music, introducing Duran Duran, New Kids On The Block and Bret Michaels as featured artists. These artists join the previously announced lineup of musicians, including Jennifer Lopez, Ricky Martin, LL Cool J, Huey Lewis, Busta Rhymes and Fat Joe. The groundbreaking series, from MTV Entertainment Studios, will premiere with two episodes on Thursday, July 29, and subsequent episodes
  
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• COVID-19 In Pittsburgh: Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Reports 21 New Coronavirus Cases, 2 Additional Deaths

  23-06-2021 21:01
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is reporting 21 new Coronavirus cases and two additional deaths in the last 48 hours.
  Of the newly reported cases, the Health Department says all 21 are confirmed.
  There have been 7,251 total hospitalizations and 101,801 total coronavirus cases in Allegheny County since the pandemic started.
  The county-wide death toll stands at 1,976.
  The two newly-reported deaths were patients in the 65+ age group.This is th
  
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• Harlem Globetrotters Petition NBA To Become League’s 31st Franchise: ‘Don’t Get It Twisted; Basketball Would Not Be What It Is Today Without Us’

  23-06-2021 20:10
  
  NEW YORK (CBSNewYork)- The Harlem Globetrotters have entertained basketball fans throughout the U.S. and around the world since their inception in 1926 and now, they want a chance to prove they’re among the best teams in the world.
  The team penned an open letter to NBA Commissioner Adam Silver asking the league and its governors to grant them a franchise. The Globetrotters letter says that they are ready “right now” to compete against the league’s best.
  In the letter, the
  
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• Travelers Championship Preview: ‘Anything Can Happen In The Last Four Holes,’ Says CBS Sports’ Ian Baker-Finch

  23-06-2021 19:59
  
  (CBS New York) — The PGA Tour returns from the West Coast for the Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands. After braving Torrey Pines at the U.S. Open, a strong field will face a different sort of course. TPC River Highlands offers up its fair share of scoring opportunities. Defending champion Dustin Johnson shot a third-round 61 last year, which was still three strokes short of Jim Furyk’s course-record 58 in 2016.
  Last year, the Travelers was the third tournament after golf&r
  
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• Triplets Celebrate Being Pregnant At The Same Time

  23-06-2021 19:56
  
  LAGUNA HILLS, Calif. (CBS Los Angeles) — The Tran triplets were born just four minutes apart, and now the Orange County, California sisters are celebrating another milestone. Gina, Nina and Victoria will deliver a trio of babies over the next four months — two boys and a girl.
  The Tran triplets were born just four minutes apart, and now the Orange County sisters are celebrating another milestone. (Family Photo)
  “I’m actually the oldest by four minutes and I’m having
  
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• Man Dies After Falling From Roof Of Building On South Park Fairground

  23-06-2021 19:55
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  SOUTH PARK (KDKA) — A man has died after falling through the roof of a large building on the South Park Fairgrounds, Allegheny County Police say.
  The incident happened late Wednesday morning along the 2100 block of Brownsville Road.
  (Photo Credit: NewsChopper 2/KDKA)
  According to police, the man was working for a contracting company called Marsa. He and another man were doing work on the front of the building when the accident happened.
  Scaffolding can be seen in the
  
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• CBS And Flo Rida Team Up For Return Of Hot Summer Originals ‘Big Brother’ And ‘Love Island’

  23-06-2021 19:53
  
  (CBS) – CBS has partnered with multi-platinum rapper, singer and songwriter Flo Rida to feature the world premiere of his as-yet-unreleased latest summer anthem, “Summer’s Not Ready,” in a vibrant promotional campaign for CBS’ hot summer originals, Big Brother and Love Island.
  Showcasing Flo Rida’s upbeat song and the return of the CBS original series Big Brother and Love Island, the dynamic campaign launches today (June 23) and will continue throughout the su
  
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• Jury Reaches Verdict In Trial Of Sheldon Jeter, Accused In Fatal Shooting Of His Friend Tyric Pugh

  23-06-2021 19:46
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BEAVER, Pa. (KDKA) — The jury has reached a verdict in the trial of Sheldon Jeter continue today at the Beaver County Courthouse.
  Deliberations have been ongoing since Tuesday evening.#BREAKING The jury has reached a verdict in Sheldon Jeter Jr. homicide trial. We will update once out of the courtroom. @KDKA
  — Nicole Ford (@NicoleFordTV) June 23, 2021Jeter is accused of shooting and killing his friend Tyric Pugh in Aliquippa last year.
  The jury asked two questi
  
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• Jury Finds Sheldon Jeter Guilty In Fatal Shooting Of His Friend, Tyric Pugh

  23-06-2021 19:46
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BEAVER, Pa. (KDKA) — A jury has found Sheldon Jeter guilty of first degree homicide in the shooting death of his close friend, Tyric Pugh.
  Deliberations have been ongoing since Tuesday evening.#BREAKING A jury has found Sheldon Jeter Jr. GUILTY for first degree homicide in the shooting death of Tyric Pugh in Aliquippa. @kdka
  — Nicole Ford (@NicoleFordTV) June 23, 2021Jeter is accused of shooting and killing his friend Tyric Pugh in Aliquippa last year.
  The jury
  
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• Jury Deliberations Continue In Trial Of Sheldon Jeter, Accused In Fatal Shooting Of His Friend Tyric Pugh

  23-06-2021 19:46
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BEAVER, Pa. (KDKA) — Jury deliberations in the trial of Sheldon Jeter continue today at the Beaver County Courthouse.#JURY DELIBERATIONS —> We are back inside the Beaver County courthouse as the jury continues to deliberate on the homicide trial of Shelton Jeter Jr. He is accused of shooting and killing Tyric Pugh in May of 2020 in Aliquippa. @KDKA pic.twitter.com/El7dZyPQkV
  — Nicole Ford (@NicoleFordTV) June 23, 2021Jeter is accused of shooting and ki
  
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• Perry Mattfeld Says ‘In The Dark’ Season 3, ‘The Stakes Can’t Get Any Higher’

  23-06-2021 19:01
  
  (CBS) – In The Dark, The CW’s successful drama starring Perry Mattfeld, returns this Wednesday night at 9/8c. In The Dark follows Murphy Mason, a blind woman in her 20s dealing with the fallout and trying to uncover the truth behind behind her friend’s murder.
  CBS’ Matt Weiss spoke to Mattfeld about the show’s upcoming third season, already being renewed for a fourth season and which of her castmates is her absolute favorite.
  MW: Hey Perry, nice to see you again! Th
  
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• Train, Tractor Trailer Collide In Glassport

  23-06-2021 18:47
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  GLASSPORT (KDKA) — A train collided with a tractor trailer in Glassport early Wednesday afternoon.
  The crash happened just before noon at the intersection of Ohio Avenue and Wall Street.
  (Photo Credit: NewsChopper 2/KDKA)
  There have been no reports of injuries so far.
  However, debris is all over the scene from the impact of the crash.
  Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
  
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• Man Falls From Roof While Working On Building In South Park

  23-06-2021 18:42
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  SOUTH PARK (KDKA)— Police are on the scene in South Park where a man has reportedly fallen from the roof of a building.
  The incident happened late Wednesday morning along the 2100 block of Brownsville Road. Emergency officials say it happened near the stables.
  The man was reported doing work on the building.
  Emergency crews and first responders remain on the scene.
  Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
  
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• DOJ: 3 More Western Pa. Natives Taken Into Custody In Connection With Capitol Riots

  23-06-2021 18:22
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Three more people from Western Pennsylvania are now facing federal charges in connection with the riots at the U.S. Capitol last winter.
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  The Department of Justice says Samuel Fox of Mt. Pleasant, Mitchell Vukich of New Brighton and Nicholas Perretta of Baden are all in federal custody to face charges relating to criminal acts at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.
  Fox was arrested Wednesday morning.Samuel Christopher Fox of
  
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• Police Seek Suspect In Fatal Homewood Shooting, Release Surveillance Photos

  23-06-2021 17:44
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh Police are asking for the public’s help to identify a suspect in connection with a shooting in Homewood last month.
  Police have just released these surveillance photos of the suspect.
  (Photos Courtesy: Pittsburgh Police/Twitter)
  According to investigators, he’s wanted in the fatal shooting of Darnell Wofford back on May 16.
  It was around 4 a.m. that day when officers were called to North Dallas Avenue in Homewood West for re
  
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• Pittsburgh Public Schools expected to extend secondary student agreement with Wilkinsburg

  23-06-2021 16:43 via post-gazette.com
  
  The Pittsburgh Public Schools board will vote Wednesday evening on a six-year extension of the partnership that began during the 2016-17 school year.
  
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• Panel agrees to put guardrails on how Pa. lawmakers draw congressional maps, but not their own

  23-06-2021 16:33 via post-gazette.com
  
  The decision diminished anti-gerrymandering advocates’ hopes of preventing Pennsylvania’s most powerful lawmakers from drawing maps that unfairly benefit one political party.
  
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• Elton John Will Make Tour Stop At PNC Park In 2022

  23-06-2021 15:58
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Elton John is coming to Pittsburgh.The final dates for the “Elton John Farewell Yellow Brick Road: The Final Tour” have been released, and the legendary star will make a tour stop at PNC Park on Friday, September 16, 2022.
  Sir Elton is coming to PNC Park!
  : https://t.co/DFurfCJNCT pic.twitter.com/x0QsOwIb5H
  — Pirates (@Pirates) June 23, 2021Stay with KDKA as we follow this developing story.
  
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• USWNT Announces Olympic Roster For Tokyo Games

  23-06-2021 15:49
  
  (CBS Chicago)- The United States Soccer Federation and head coach Vlatko Andonovski announced the 18-player USWNT roster for this summer’s Olympic tournament on Wednesday. The defending World Cup Champions will look to retake the Olympic gold after a disappointing quarterfinals exit at the 2016 Rio Games.
  The 18-player roster consists of 17 members of the 2019 World Cup winning squad, with Kristie Mewis joining her sister Samantha as the newcomer to the group.
  “It’s been a long
  
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• USWNT Announces Olympic Roster For 2020 Tokyo Games

  23-06-2021 15:49
  
  (CBS Chicago)- The United States Soccer Federation and head coach Vlatko Andonovski announced the 18-player USWNT roster for this summer’s Olympic tournament on Wednesday. The defending World Cup Champions will look to retake the Olympic gold after a disappointing quarterfinals exit at the 2016 Rio Games.
  The 18-player roster consists of 17 members of the 2019 World Cup winning squad, with Kristie Mewis joining her sister Samantha as the newcomer to the group.
  “It’s been a long
  
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• Wild Child: Jamilka Borges can't wait to open her first restaurant in Etna

  23-06-2021 15:29 via post-gazette.com
  
  A year in the making, Jamilka Borges’ new restaurant will be seasonal, with a fun atmosphere.
  
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• Cooking With Rania: Spicy Lemon Chocolate Ganache Tart

  23-06-2021 15:20
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Rania Harris, of Rania’s Catering, is giving us a tour of Spanish cuisine all through the month of June!
  Spicy Lemon Chocolate Ganache Tart
  Ingredients:1 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  1 lemon
  2 dried arbol chilies
  ½ recipe Favorite Tart Dough (see below)
  9 ounces good semisweet chocolate ~ chopped
  Fleur de selDirections:
  Put cream in a small saucepan. Using a sharp knife or vegetable peeler, cut two 1-inch-wide lengthwise strips of peel from lemon; set
  
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• PTL Links: June 23, 2021

  23-06-2021 15:18
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Pleasant Lane Farms
  American Dairy Association North East
  Rania’s Catering
  Rania’s Recipe
  Allegheny Health Network
  Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  Waiting Child
  Izzazu Salon, Spa & Blowout Bar
  Musician Stephen P. Harvey
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• Firefighters Rescue Dog Trapped Under A Shed In South Park Township

  23-06-2021 14:36
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  SOUTH PARK TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — Firefighters rescued a dog trapped under a shed in South Park Township Tuesday evening.They used air bags and stabilizing equipment to lift the shed just high enough to get the dog out.The dog was okay and reunited with its family.
  
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• GOP Voting Law Bill Clears State House Amid Wolf Veto Threat

  23-06-2021 14:24
  
  HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A Republican rewrite of Pennsylvania election law that would mandate voter IDs, alter registration and ballot counting deadlines and give conservatives auditing procedures they have clamored for passed the state House on Tuesday despite the Democratic governor’s veto threat.
  The lengthy and complex bill, crafted after 10 committee hearings on the subject earlier this year, was sent to the state Senate on a vote of 110-91.
  Rep. Margo Davidson, D-Delaware, dismis
  
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• Pittsburgh Irish Festival Returns To Sandcastle In September

  23-06-2021 13:45
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  WEST HOMESTEAD, Pa. (KDKA) — Sandcastle is hosting this year’s Pittsburgh Irish Festival.
  The festival will run from September 10 through September 12.Some of this year’s performers include Gaelic Storm, We Banjo Three and Screaming Orphans.And on top of all the entertainment, there will be lots of Irish food.
  
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• Fine-Dining Steakhouse To Return To Downtown Pittsburgh’s Union Trust Building

  23-06-2021 13:32
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A dining option will return to Downtown Pittsburgh.Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse is scheduled to reopen in September of next year at the Union Trust Building.
  According to our news partners at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, its parent company and the building’s owner have settled a lawsuit.The high-end steakhouse will reopen with two floors or dining connected by a restored marble staircase.
  
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• Monessen To Host A Fourth Of July Parade, First In At Least 10 Years

  23-06-2021 13:05
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  MONESSEN (KDKA) — The City of Monessen will host a Fourth of July parade.It will be the first held in at least 10 years.They will line up at the Monessen boat launch, then march down Eastgate Avenue and Monongahela Street through downtown and then end at 10th Street and Donner Avenue.The parade steps off at 11 a.m. on July 4.
  
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• Officer Crashes While Responding To Call In North Huntingdon

  23-06-2021 12:46
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  NORTH HUNTINGDON (KDKA) — A North Huntingdon police officer is okay Wednesday morning after a wild wreck.A police car crashed while responding to a call last evening.The officer was on his way to a crash when he lost control and hit a wall outside the James Shirley Funeral Home along Robbins Station Road near Clay Pike.
  
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• Pittsburgh Police Mourning Death Of Retired K9 Gerix

  23-06-2021 12:36
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh Police are mourning the loss of a retired police K9.Gerix spent seven years on the force as a drug detection dog.He retired in January of 2019.Gerix spent his last couple of years with his handler Officer Thomas Lockard.
  
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• Financial Responsibility: How And When To Teach Your Kids About Money Issues

  23-06-2021 12:21
  
  FIRST PARENT BANK, PA (KDKA) —Among the many lessons of the pandemic is the lack of a guarantee that a paycheck will always be there. With so many young people coming out of college or on summer break going into the job market, financial experts say now is the time to drill down on critical issues of money.
  It’s not an easy conversation but Certified Financial Planner and the Finance Expert for Tally says start early, “Your kids are never too young to start learning about finan
  
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• Pa. Senate sends 'lemonade stands' bill to Gov. Wolf

  23-06-2021 12:15 via post-gazette.com
  
  The bill is designed to protect the rights of kid entrepreneurs to market lemonade, brownies, cookies or whatever else can fit on a folding table without being harassed by the government.
  
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• Pa. Senate sends bill protecting kids’ lemonade stands to Gov. Wolf

  23-06-2021 12:15 via post-gazette.com
  
  The bill is designed to protect the rights of kid entrepreneurs to market lemonade, brownies, cookies or whatever else can fit on a folding table without being harassed by the government.
  
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• Report finds racial disparities in nation's traffic deaths

  23-06-2021 11:44 via post-gazette.com
  
  A report by the Governors Highway Safety Association found that American Indian, Alaska native and Black people die at higher rates.
  
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• 'An unacceptable imbalance': Report finds racial disparities in nation's traffic deaths

  23-06-2021 11:44 via post-gazette.com
  
  A report by the Governors Highway Safety Association found that American Indian, Alaska native and Black people die at higher rates.
  
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• FestivalAFRICANA to spotlight Rwanda with in-person, online programming

  23-06-2021 11:38 via post-gazette.com
  
  The festival will include an in-person event at The Frick Pittsburgh and online programming at FestivalAFRICANA.com.
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Sunny Skies As Temperatures Warm Up

  23-06-2021 11:30
  
  By: KDKA-TV’s Bryan Shaw
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — We are looking at sunny skies for a few days with temperatures quickly rebounding.(Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center)
  It will be mid 70s today then 80s Thursday and Friday.Overnight lows warm back to the 60s as well.The weekend brings back rain and storm chances, but they will mainly be isolated at first. It will be hot in the mid to upper 80s.Monday and Tuesday will bring a better chance for storms.(Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center)
  They
  
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• Pa. State Senate Passes Bill Allowing Local Police To Use Radar For Enforcing Speed Limits

  23-06-2021 11:23
  
  ROSS TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — Local police departments across the state could soon use radar to enforce speed limits.This is a move that would more than likely impact drivers.
  It was on Tuesday, when the State Senate passed a bill that would give local police departments power to use radar.Senators voted 49-1 for the legislation.
  There are some requirements within the bill such asRequirement for local jurisdictions to pass an ordinance
  Police training in using radar guns
  Rules for regular testing
  
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• Police: 1 Dead, Another Wounded After Shooting At Allegheny Commons East

  23-06-2021 09:57
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  EAST ALLEGHENY (KDKA) — One man is dead and another was injured after an overnight shooting at Allegheny Commons East, according to Pittsburgh Police.
  Police say that after receiving a Shotspotter alert, they arrived at the 200 block of E Ohio Street around 1 a.m. Wednesday and found a man with multiple gunshot wounds.Police determined the victim was dead at the scene.
  Another victim of the shooting was found on 300 block of Cedar Avenue and had a gunshot wound to th
  
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• After Carl Nassib’s Coming Out Announcement, NFL Donates $100,000 To LGBTQ+ Organization The Trevor Project

  23-06-2021 09:34
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  WEST CHESTER, Pa. (KDKA) — This week, Carl Nassib became the first active NFL player to announce he is gay.
  The Las Vegas Raiders defensive lineman, who is originally from Pennsylvania and a Penn State alum, said he wanted to highlight the importance of visible representation for the LGBTQ+ community with his announcement. He donated $100,000 to the LGBTQ+ nonprofit, The Trevor Project, which focuses on suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth.“The Trevor Project is
  
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• Report Says ‘Serious Racial Disparities’ Exist In Pennsylvania Juvenile Court

  23-06-2021 08:28
  
  HARRISBURG (AP) — Pennsylvania locks up far too many first-time and low-level youth offenders, with Black youth in particular disproportionately yanked from their homes and prosecuted as adults, according to a governmental task force that made recommendations on Tuesday to reform juvenile justice in the state.
  “Serious racial disparities pervade Pennsylvania’s juvenile justice system,” the bipartisan Pennsylvania Juvenile Justice Task Force said in its report, adding that
  
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• WATCH: Water Main Break Sends Water And Debris Shooting Into Peace, Love And Little Donuts In Strip District

  23-06-2021 05:37
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A water main break on Monday sent water and debris shooting into a Pittsburgh business.The owner of Peace Love & Little Donuts said the construction of the Strip District Terminal hasn’t been easy on current business owners. A video posted to its Facebook page shows only more trouble for the business.“The pressure was absolutely incredible in that water main,” said Ron Razete, owner of Peace, Love & Little Donuts. “So the water came flyin
  
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• It doesn’t have to be the basement: Bargains abound in Downtown office towers because of high vacancies

  23-06-2021 05:15 via post-gazette.com
  
  In its 2021 Skyline report, the Jones Lang LaSalle real estate firm calculated the total vacancy rate at 14.5% for the best of the best.
  
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