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• Child Tax Credit: How Will The Revised Credit Help Families?

  07-07-2021 23:48
  
  (CBS Baltimore) — The updated Child Tax Credit is about to take effect. Starting July 15, most parents will receive up to $300 per month per child, courtesy of the American Rescue Plan. That extra money, like recurring stimulus checks, will help families struggling to make ends meet. 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 children, acco
  
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• Cleanup Underway After Severe Storms Move Through Western Pennsylvania

  07-07-2021 23:22
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Cleanup is underway after severe storms moved through the region on Wednesday.
  The area was hit with torrential rains, winds, lightning and hail. Strong winds brought down trees and power lines, and heavy rains flooded neighborhoods.Duquesne Light is reporting more than 20,000 customers are without power as of 5:20 p.m. news. Click here to see the outage map.
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• John Deere Classic Preview: TPC Deere Run ‘A Course That Lends Itself To A Lot Of Birdies,’ Says CBS Sports’ Andrew Catalon

  07-07-2021 23:09
  
  (CBS Chicago) — The PGA Tour skipped the John Deere Classic last summer due to COVID. The event returns to TPC Deere Run this week for its 50th anniversary, with the Open Championship on the horizon. While many players will play in both, someone could secure a potentially career-changing invite with a win this week. One player who isn’t qualified for the season’s last major, but finishes in the top five at the John Deere, will be able to make the trip across the pond.
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• Cleanup Underway After Severe Storms Move Through Western Pa.

  07-07-2021 22:54
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Cleanup is underway after severe storms moved through the region on Wednesday.
  WEATHER LINKS:Current Conditions | School Delays & Closings | Local Radar | Weather App | Photos
  Allegheny County is reporting damage all across the Pittsburgh area.
  Two trees fell on two separate houses on the 1200 block of Carlise Street in Harrison Township.
  (Photo Credit: Submitted)Harrison:1200 block Carlisle St – two trees down on two separate houses
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• ‘The Patrick Star Show’s Bill Fagerbakke And Cree Summer Preview Nickelodeon’s Newest Series: ‘A Big, Gelatinous Pile Of Impulses’

  07-07-2021 22:40
  
  (CBS) – The Patrick Star Show comes to Nickelodeon on Friday, July 9th as Spongebob Squarepants’ longtime companion gets his very own spinoff show! Along for the ride will be several new characters including Patrick’s parents, grandfather and even members of the Squidward Tentacles’ clan.
  CBS’ Matt Weiss spoke to Bill Fagerbakke (Patrick Star) and Cree Summer (Bunny Star; Patrick’s mom) for a previous of the new show and what it’s like to voice a big, ge
  
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• Authorities Seized U.S. Capitol Lego Set From Glenshaw Man Robert Morss Facing Riot Charges

  07-07-2021 22:10
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A local teacher charged in connection with the riot at the U.S. Capitol allegedly had plans to create an armed militia and had a model of the Capitol in his home.Those are the latest accusations against Robert Morss of Glenshaw.They were brought up in a federal court filing as prosecutors argued to keep Morss in jail.After his arrest, police say they recovered a notebook from his car, with writings and notes entitled “Step by Step To Create
  
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• COVID-19 In Pennsylvania: State Health Department Reports 186 New Cases, 10 Additional Deaths

  07-07-2021 22:03
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting 186 new coronavirus cases and 10 additional deaths.
  This brings the statewide total to 1,213,321 cases and 27,718 total COVID-19 related deaths since the pandemic began.
  There are 292 people across the state in the hospital with COVID-19, and 58 patients are in ICUs.
  The state says 11,774,334 total vaccine doses have been administered and 5,456,210 people are fully vaccinated. So far, 60.8% of Pen
  
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• Wellness Summit To Address Systemic Disparities Impacting Black Children, Families

  07-07-2021 21:53
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Community Empowerment Association is launching a health and wellness summit.The Homewood Community Health and Wellness Summit will be held Aug. 14 from 9 a.m. to 8 a.m. on Kelly Street. The event aims to address systemic health disparities that impact Black children and families.There will be health screenings, panel discussions, children activities, yoga, line dancing, vendors, food trucks, music and more.
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• Driver Injured After Vehicle Plunges 80 Feet Down Hillside In Mt. Lebanon

  07-07-2021 21:45
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  MT. LEBANON, Pa. (KDKA) — A driver was taken to the hospital after her vehicle went over a hillside in Mt. Lebanon.
  The crash happened Wednesday along Lindendale Drive.
  #BREAKING: Fire and EMS tell me the driver went over this Mt. Lebanon hill side, plunging down 80 feet.They ripped the roof off to get her out & she’s on her way to the hospital.I’m live at 4 with the latest from first responders on @KDKA pic.twitter.com/RpSA8xOGKO
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Severe Thunderstorm Warnings, Watch Issued

  07-07-2021 21:14
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Big changes come to the forecast in part due to rain chances going up over the next week.
  Several counties are also under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 11 p.m.A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of NY, OH, PA, WV until 11 PM EDT pic.twitter.com/aM2zinZTD9
  — NWS Pittsburgh (@NWSPittsburgh) July 7, 2021There were multiple Severe Thunderstorm Warnings issued Tuesday. One is in effect until 7 p.m. for parts of Greene and Fayette counties.NEW: Sev
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Issued, Rain Chances Increase As Week Progresses

  07-07-2021 21:04
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Big changes come to the forecast in part due to rain chances going up over the next week.
  A Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued for parts until Beaver and Washington counties until 3:30 p.m. The NWS says wind gusts could reach up to 60 mph.
  Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Weirton WV, Paris PA, Frankfort Springs PA until 3:30 PM EDT pic.twitter.com/rKdKMLuEjM
  — NWS Pittsburgh (@NWSPittsburgh) July 7, 2021A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in place for p
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Severe Thunderstorm, Flash Flood Warnings Issued Along With Severe Thunderstorm Watch

  07-07-2021 21:04
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Big changes come to the forecast in part due to rain chances going up over the next week.
  Multiple Severe Thunderstorm Warnings are being issued Tuesday afternoon, and a Flash Flood Warning was put in place for parts of Allegheny County, including the city, until 5:30 p.m.
  Flash Flood Warning including Pittsburgh PA, Bethel Park PA, Monroeville PA until 5:30 PM EDT pic.twitter.com/qw73TqrT3k
  — NWS Pittsburgh (@NWSPittsburgh) July 7, 2021Several counties are also u
  
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• Judge Asked To Dismiss Lawsuit Over West Virginia Transgender Athlete Ban

  07-07-2021 20:50
  
  CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Education officials are asking a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit challenging West Virginia’s new law that bans transgender athletes from competing in female sports in middle schools, high schools and colleges.
  Education and athletic officials said in court documents filed last week that they can’t be held liable for the law, which they didn’t request and largely won’t be responsible for enforcing, the Charleston Gazette-Mail reported.
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• Police: Drunk Man Attacks Officer During Downtown Arrest On July 4th

  07-07-2021 20:19
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Police say a drunk man attacked an officer who was trying to arrest him downtown during Fourth of July celebrations.
  According to court paperwork, medics responded to the intersection of Fort Duquesne and Stanwix for reports of an intoxicated man. Police say when Fred Macallister then punched a medic, officers were called to the scene.Police were able to catch up with Macallister, who they say was standing in the middle of Forbes Avenue at Market
  
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• Pennsylvania Ranks 26th Best State For Retirement

  07-07-2021 20:08
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) — Thinking for a place to live out your golden years?
  Head to the Peach State.
  According to a new bankrate.com report, Georgia is now the best state to retire.
  Coming in at number two: Florida.
  Tennessee, Missouri and Massachusetts rounded out the top five.Pennsylvania comes in at number 26.
  Affordability, weather and overall wellness were among the factors that the personal finance site used for its rankings.
  
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• Report: Pittsburgh Zoo And PPG Aquarium Facing Federal Lawsuit Over ‘Asian Lantern Festival’

  07-07-2021 19:41
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pittsburgh Zoo is reportedly being sued in federal court by the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo in an apparent dispute of how it has named an upcoming event.The Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium is hosting an Asian Lantern Festival this August, but the Cleveland zoo says that the Pittsburgh zoo does not have the right to use the phrase “Asian Lantern Festival.”The Cleveland zoo is claiming that it owns the trademark to that particular wor
  
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• Pittsburgh Zoo And PPG Aquarium Facing Federal Lawsuit Over ‘Asian Lantern Festival’

  07-07-2021 19:41
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pittsburgh Zoo is being sued in federal court by the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo in an apparent dispute of how it has named an upcoming event.The Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium is hosting an Asian Lantern Festival this August, but the Cleveland zoo says that the Pittsburgh zoo does not have the right to use the phrase “Asian Lantern Festival.”The Cleveland zoo is claiming that it owns the trademark to that particular wording after
  
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• Police Look For 2 Accused Of Vandalizing ‘Numerous’ Businesses With Vulgar Graffiti

  07-07-2021 19:37
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pittsburgh Police are looking for two people accused of vandalizing “numerous” businesses with vulgar graffiti.Police say the male and female are suspected of tagging a building on Ellsworth Avenue, one on Liberty Avenue and several others.
  Detectives with the Graffiti Squad are asking the public for help finding the pair. They were captured on surveillance video in a silver Kia Soul with an unknown plate number.Police say they used th
  
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• Police Rescue Dog Trapped In Hot Car After Owner Allegedly Left To Go Swimming

  07-07-2021 18:58
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A dog had to be rescued from a hot car last week after its owner allegedly left it to go swimming, according to police.Police received a call around 5 p.m. on June 29 that a dog was inside a locked vehicle on East Carson Street.
  In the criminal complaint, police mentioned that it was 96 degrees Fahrenheit at the time.According to police, the windows of the vehicle were barely down, and the dog, a Yorkie, was trying to avoid the sun by hiding under
  
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• Picklesburgh is back, baby!

  07-07-2021 18:38 via post-gazette.com
  
  The annual ode to all things fermented returns to the Andy Warhol Bridge on Aug. 20-22.
  
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• Trump Ally Sen. Doug Mastriano Opens Pennsylvania Election Audit Plan

  07-07-2021 18:27
  
  HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania state senator who has helped spread former President Donald Trump’s falsehoods about fraud in last year’s presidential election said Wednesday that he has asked several counties to submit to a “forensic investigation” of the 2020 election and May’s primary election.
  Sen. Doug Mastriano, R-Franklin, said in a statement that, as chair of the Senate Intergovernmental Operations Committee, he issued letters to several counties
  
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• Tax Refund Delays: The IRS Still Has 35 Million Unprocessed Tax Returns

  07-07-2021 18:19
  
  (CBS Baltimore) — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has had a lot on its plate during the recent tax season. In addition to processing 136 million tax returns, according to a report from National Taxpayer Advocate Erin Collins, it sent out a round of stimulus checks, updated rules for unemployment insurance, and prepared to launch advance payments for the Child Tax Credit. And the IRS, which has seen staffing and funding cuts over the previous decade, did all of this during the tail end o
  
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• COVID-19 In Pittsburgh: Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Reports 21 New Coronavirus Cases In Last 48 Hours

  07-07-2021 18:05
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is reporting 21 new Coronavirus cases and no additional deaths in the last 48 hours.
  Of the newly reported cases, the Health Department says 15 are confirmed and six are probable cases.
  There have been 7,274 total hospitalizations and 101,980 total coronavirus cases in Allegheny County since the pandemic started.
  The county-wide death toll stands at 1,983.
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• Fourth Stimulus Check: Will There Be Another Relief Payment?

  07-07-2021 18:02
  
  (CBS Baltimore) — Millions of Americans have relied on stimulus checks to boost their finances during COVID. The pandemic seems to be nearing its end, at least domestically, and life is returning to normal. The economy is improving once again, but the recovery is affecting different people and different parts of the country in different ways. And many people’s finances haven’t improved. Unemployment hasn’t dropped to pre-pandemic levels, and plenty of jobs have not return
  
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• Picklesburgh Officially Cleared To Return To Downtown Pittsburgh This Summer

  07-07-2021 17:49
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A delicious tradition is coming back to Pittsburgh’s street.Picklesburgh will officially be held in downtown Pittsburgh on the weekend of August 20.
  This is kind of a big dill: #Picklesburgh returns this summer!Join us August 20, 21, and 22 in Downtown Pittsburgh for the flying 35' Heinz pickle balloon, dill-ectable foods and drinks, live music, the popular Pickle Juice Drinking Contest, and more. pic.twitter.com/aUVq02mLOC
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• WATCH: ‘Love Island’ Season Three Villa Tour And Exclusive Content Coming To Paramount+

  07-07-2021 17:07
  
  (CBS) – Paramount+, the streaming service from ViacomCBS, will bring Love Island fans access to even more of the action this season with 15 hours of exclusive and uncensored content in addition to the ability to watch Love Island live and on-demand through the service.
  Each week, Paramount+’s Love Island coverage will include an additional too hot for broadcast episode on Mondays, Love Island: The Drop, featuring an unfiltered look at the intimate goings-on straight from the Villa an
  
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• Pittsburgh Police Reports 11 Ethnic Intimidation Incidents In The First 6 Months Of 2021

  07-07-2021 16:57
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — There is new data on ethnic intimidation incidents in the City of Pittsburgh, provided by Pittsburgh Police.The data covers a six month range from Jan. 1, 2021 through June 30, 2021.Police say a majority of the 11 total incidents, 73%, were centered around race and ethnicity.
  In response to the reported incidents, police made 5 arrests.“Of those 11 incidents, seven were racial slurs made toward Black individuals, one was directed toward a Wh
  
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• Pittsburgh Police Report 11 Ethnic Intimidation Incidents In The First 6 Months Of 2021

  07-07-2021 16:57
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — There is new data on ethnic intimidation incidents in the City of Pittsburgh, provided by Pittsburgh Police.The data covers a six-month range from Jan. 1, 2021 through June 30, 2021.Police say a majority of the 11 total incidents, 73%, were centered around race and ethnicity.
  In response to the reported incidents, police made five arrests.“Of those 11 incidents, seven were racial slurs made toward Black individuals, one was directed toward a
  
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• Cooking With Rania: Fresh Vegetable And Herb Pasta Salad

  07-07-2021 15:59
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Rania Harris, of Rania’s Catering, is serving up some fresh summertime recipes this July for you and the family to enjoy! Today, she’s making a Fresh Vegetable and Herb Pasta Salad.
  Ingredients1 pound package penne pasta, cooked and cooled
  1-pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  ½ medium red onion, halved and very thinly sliced
  1-pound fresh English peas, cooked according to package
  1 head broccoli, cut into florets, steamed for just a minute until it turns br
  
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• Cleveland zoo sues Pittsburgh Zoo over use of phrase 'Asian Lantern Festival'

  07-07-2021 15:28 via post-gazette.com
  
  The Cleveland zoo has sued the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium in federal court, alleging trademark infringement over the latter location’s Asian Lantern Festival, set to take place later this summer.
  
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• Cleveland zoo sues Pittsburgh Zoo, alleging trademark infringement over use of phrase 'Asian Lantern Festival'

  07-07-2021 15:28 via post-gazette.com
  
  The Cleveland zoo has sued the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium in federal court, alleging trademark infringement over the latter location’s Asian Lantern Festival, set to take place later this summer.
  
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• PTL Links: July 7, 2021

  07-07-2021 14:58
  
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• Public Input Requested Ahead Of Roberto Clemente Bridge Construction Project

  07-07-2021 13:45
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Just as downtown traffic is returning to a more normal pace, a major construction project could bring that right back to a grinding halt.The Roberto Clemente Bridge is a way many travel to get to the North Shore, PNC Park, or even a spot for “love locks.”However, Allegheny County leaders expect it to be closed for renovations for 19 months.Unfortunately, the “love locks” will have to be removed.Construction is expected to begin early next year an
  
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• Elk, A Grand Canyon, Starry Skies, And So Much More: Pennsylvania Wilds An Affordable And Close Getaway

  07-07-2021 13:24
  
  WELLSBORO, Pa. (KDKA) – As more families look to get out, getaway, just what is available within an easy drive of Pittsburgh?Well, how about considering the Pennsylvania Wilds?It’s the upper north-central part of the state, comprising 12 counties that contain only 10% of the state’s population.In other words, there is a lot of Pennsylvania to explore and much of it is woodlands.
  Did you know Pennsylvania has a Grand Canyon?The Pine Creek Gorge runs 47 miles through the Alleghen
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Rain Chances Increase As Week Progresses

  07-07-2021 13:04
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Big changes come to the forecast in part due to rain chances going up over the next week.
  Over the next week now the lowest rain chance on any given day is on Saturday with an isolated 30 percent chance for rain.Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center
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  While rain chances will keep high temperatures down for the next few days, humidity levels will still remain in the moderate to
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Rain Chances Increase As The Week Progresses

  07-07-2021 13:04
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Big changes come to the forecast in part due to rain chances going up over the next week.
  Over the next week now the lowest rain chance on any given day is on Saturday with an isolated 30 percent chance for rain.Photo Credit: KDKA Weather Center
  WEATHER LINKS:Current Conditions | School Delays & Closings | Local Radar | Weather App | Photos
  While rain chances will keep high temperatures down for the next few days, humidity levels will still remain in the moderate to
  
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• Safe Haven Hotel has quietly protected Allegheny County’s most vulnerable from COVID-19

  07-07-2021 12:29 via post-gazette.com
  
  With additional funding approved and COVID-19 cases declining, organizers are planning for the facility’s near-term future and closure.
  
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• Getting To Sleep And Staying Asleep: Tips For Making Sure You Have A Restful Night’s Sleep

  07-07-2021 12:21
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – We all love sleep but as people age, sleep patterns can change, and that can deprive your body of important rest.There are simple steps that you can take to make sure once you fall asleep, you stay asleep.The obvious is to not consume coffee or caffeine a few hours before bed and make sure that you put down your phone and other mobile devices.24/7 Temp consulted with several sleep specialists on developing a list of about two dozen tips to improve your sleep.One of thos
  
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• The Julian may be headed to Oakland. And no, it’s not a cocktail or a celebrity

  07-07-2021 11:51 via post-gazette.com
  
  Hudson Companies is pitching a plan to build the Julian on Melwood Avenue in North Oakland.
  
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• Overnight Transformer Fire Leaves Thousands Without Power In Swissvale

  07-07-2021 11:16
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A transformer fire knocked out power to thousands of people in Swissvale overnight.The fire happened just after 11:30 p.m. near Westmoreland and Columbia Avenues.At one point, more than 4,000 Duquesne Light customers were left in the dark.Most recently, more than 2,000 are still without power.It is unknown at this time what caused the fire.Stay With KDKA.com For More Details
  
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• Pittsburgh Public School Superintendent And City Council To Meet To Address ‘Educational Emergency’

  07-07-2021 10:51
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – On Wednesday, a major meeting between the Pittsburgh Public School Superintendent, Dr. Anthony Hamlet, and Pittsburgh City Council will take place.They will be discussing solutions to what they have called an “educational emergency” in Pittsburgh.According to a report from our news partners at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, council members say they are looking for ways to address academic performance for students.The meeting is scheduled
  
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• Moon Township Native Cameron Johnson Becomes Second Pitt Graduate To Play In NBA Finals

  07-07-2021 09:57
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PHOENIX (KDKA) – The NBA Finals is a matchup between two franchises that haven’t seen the NBA Finals in quite some time but like so many things, there’s also a Pittsburgh connection.On Tuesday night when the Phoenix Suns took game one from the Milwaukee Bucks 118-105, Cameron Johnson became just the second Pitt graduate and first WPIAL player to suit up in the NBA Finals.
  The Phoenix Suns forward is a Moon Township native and a graduate of Our Lady of the
  
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• Mister Rogers Former Squirrel Hill Home Has A New Owner

  07-07-2021 09:41
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Frome one good neighbor to a new one – Mister Rogers’ former home in Squirrel Hill has a brand new owner.According to a report from the Trib, a family recently bought the home on Northumberland Street.It’s the home where Fred Rogers and his wife Joanne lived until the early 1960s.The realty company said representing the family said they moved there because the home had everything they wanted, including more room and a location cl
  
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• Pittsburgh International Airport Adds New Shipping Partner From Asia

  07-07-2021 09:29
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pittsburgh International Airport has a new shipping partner that will use the airport as a hub.The new partner is India’s largest cargo airline, Spice-Xpress, and will now land at the airport.The flights will run twice weekly, with 40 planned cargo flights from here to Vietnam through the rest of the year.
  
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• Allegheny County Council Honors Long-Time KDKA Anchor Stacy Smith

  07-07-2021 09:08
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Tuesday was a day that was chosen to honor long-time KDKA anchor Stacy Smith.Allegheny County Council presented a proclamation, thanking Stacy for his award-winning reporting and his decades on the news in Pittsburgh.“Upon the occasion of his retirement from KDKA, we commend him for all that he has done during his 50 years in broadcasting, congratulations,” the council said to Stacy upon the proclamation.“I’m truly humbled
  
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• People Come Together At Highland Park Pool To Cheer On Young Child

  07-07-2021 08:52
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Fourth of July weekend marked the opening of Pittsburgh’s Citiparks pools and it was the home of a pretty heartwarming moment.At the Highland Park Pool, families came together to cheer on a young child as he took his very first deep-water test.
  Welcome to the deep end!
  Swimmers at #Pittsburgh’s Highland Park Pool spontaneously cheered on a young child taking his very first deep water test today.Join us for fun moments like this! Ei
  
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• Leader Of Child Welfare Agency Accused Of Falsely Ending Cases

  07-07-2021 08:32
  
  HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The head of a county child welfare agency in northeastern Pennsylvania was charged Tuesday with ordering workers to falsely close files on allegations of child abuse and neglect in response to public reports of a significant backlog of cases.
  The attorney general’s office accused Joanne G. Van Saun, 58, of Dallas, Pennsylvania, with child endangerment and obstruction for ending assessments in order to clear the backlog at the Luzerne County Department of Childr
  
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• Baseball Report: Cubs’ Losing Streak Continues

  07-07-2021 07:42
  
  (CBS Chicago) — The All-Star Game is seen as the halfway point of the MLB season. But, in reality, every team will have already played more than 81 games by the end of this coming weekend. Still, it’s a convenient time to take a breather and see where things stand across the League.
  Some teams, like the Chicago Cubs, would prefer the All-Star break start sooner. The Cubs have lost 11 straight games and are sinking fast in the National League Central. The Los Angeles Angels, on the ot
  
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• Duquesne Light Restores Power To Most Customers In Pittsburgh Area After Widespread Outages

  07-07-2021 05:59
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Duquesne Light has restored power to thousands of customers in the Pittsburgh area after widespread outages.Click here to see the outage map.
  
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• Nearly 4,000 Duquesne Light Customers Without Power In Pittsburgh Area

  07-07-2021 05:45
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Nearly 4,000 Duquesne Light customers in the Pittsburgh area are without power.
  According to Duquesne Light’s outage summary, 3,795 customers are dealing with outages as of 1:31 a.m. on Wednesday. There are 15 total active outages.
  Click here to see the outage map.
  
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