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• Multiple Police Departments Take Part In ‘Shop With A Cop’ At South Hills Village

  21-08-2021 22:45
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BETHEL PARK (KDKA) – On Saturday morning, several local police departments took part in “Shop With A Cop” at the South Hills Village Mall Macy’s.The event was organized in part by the Pennsylvania State Police, Allegheny County Camp Cadet, and Macy’s provided each child with a gift card before they started their back-to-school shopping.“We’re not sure who had a better time, us or the kids, but it was great to send them back to scho
  
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• West Virginia Lowers Flags For Returned Remains Of World War II Sailor

  21-08-2021 21:52
  
  CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice ordered the United States and West Virginia flags at state-owned properties flown at half-staff on Saturday in honor of a World War II sailor whose remains were recently returned to West Virginia.
  Navy Fire Controlman 1st Class Bernard Ramon Wimmer was assigned to the battleship USS Oklahoma at Pearl Harbor. He was aboard when the ship was attacked by Japanese aircraft, sustaining multiple torpedo hits and quickly capsizing, according
  
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• 4 Juveniles Arrested In Death Of 16-Year-Old Teen Slain In Street

  21-08-2021 21:13
  
  CINCINNATI, Ohio (AP) — Four juveniles have been arrested in the death of a teenager gunned down in a Cincinnati crosswalk earlier this summer, authorities said.
  Galevon Beauchamp, 16, was shot while using the crosswalk near a retail store in Avondale June 21 and died three days later at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, authorities said.
  Cincinnati police said four males — a 13-year-old, a 14-year-old, a 16-year-old and a 17-year old — were arrested earlier
  
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• Otters Have A Friday Frolic At Pittsburgh Zoo And PPG Aquarium

  21-08-2021 20:28
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pittsburgh Zoo shared some Friday fun with the world by posting an adorable video of sea otters on the zoo’s TikTok.
  One of the otters was just drifting along with what looks like a big foam rock on his belly when his float buddy decided that was his now!The otter didn’t seem to mind sharing his rock or losing it entirely.
  
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• Gov. Tom Wolf Announces McKees Rocks To Receive $2.3 Million To Fix Blight Issues

  21-08-2021 19:11
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  MCKEES ROCKS (KDKA) — On Friday, Governor Tom Wolf and several government officials announced that $2.3 million would be going towards McKees Rocks to help fix blight in the area.
  “Since taking office, I’ve repeatedly stressed the need to strategically invest in our communities to allow them to tackle blight and bring unused or abandoned spaces back into productive use,” Wolf said. “McKees Rocks is a great example of the positive outcomes that
  
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• Community Comes Together To Find Young Girl’s Teddy Bear She Lost At Butler Farm Show

  21-08-2021 18:29
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  BUTLER (KDKA) — A sweet reunion for a young girl and her favorite teddy bear was made possible after the local community rallied together.The girl and her family visited the Butler Farm Show last week, but it was only when they arrived home she realized her teddy bear was no longer with her.Her father promised he would try to find the bear and reached out to the officials who run the farm show.According to the Butler Farm Show, he explained to them that his daughter
  
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• Former Steeler Ryan Shazier Announces New Book, ‘Walking Miracle,’ Available For Pre-Order

  21-08-2021 17:41
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Former Steeler Ryan Shazier announced on Friday that his new book will be on the shelves later this year.The book, called “Walking Miracle: How Faith, Positive Thinking, and Passion for Football Brought Me Back from Paralysis…and Helped Me Find Purpose,” is about how Shazier rebounded after a severe spinal injury in 2017 cut his pro-football career short.
  He officially announced his retirement last year.“It’s the sto
  
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• West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice Launches More Vaccine Prize Giveaways As COVID-19 Tightens Grip

  21-08-2021 16:40
  
  CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice on Friday launched a second round of vaccination sweepstakes, this time with prizes aimed at enticing younger residents to sign up for COVID-19 shots as the pandemic continues to worsen.
  The first of six weekly drawings will be held Aug. 31. Registration will open next Monday. All residents must register again for the new drawings, even if they were registered for the first series of prizes earlier this summer, Justice said at a news
  
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• Ben Roethlisberger Says He Hopes To Play As Many Snaps As He Can In Preseason Game Against Lions

  21-08-2021 16:19
  
  By: KDKA-TV’s Josh Taylor
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — There are less than twelve hours from tonight’s Steelers-Lions preseason game kicking off.
  It is the first and only preseason game at Heinz Field, and that’s not the only reason to be excited about the game.
  It will be the first time we see Ben Roethlisberger under center.
  Ben Roethlisberger is entering his eighteenth season with the Steelers.
  That is the longest tenure by any quarterback with one team in NFL history.
  But coul
  
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• Firefighters Battle A House Fire On 4th Avenue In Rankin

  21-08-2021 15:57
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  RANKIN (KDKA) — First responders were on the scene of a house fire in Rankin Saturday morning.The crews were called to 4th Avenue.They began battling the flames at 6:30 a.m.KDKA is working to learn more from the crews that are still there.Stay with KDKA as we follow this developing story.
  
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• General Motors Extends Recall To Cover All Chevy Bolts Due To Fire Risk

  21-08-2021 14:51
  
  GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) — General Motors said Friday it is recalling all Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles sold worldwide to fix a battery problem that could cause fires.
  The recall and others raise questions about lithium ion batteries, which now are used in nearly all electric vehicles. Ford, BMW and Hyundai all have recalled batteries recently.
  President Joe Biden will need electric vehicles to reach a goal of cutting greenhouse gas emissions in half 2030 as part of a broader effort to
  
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• Labor Day dog swims and a greyhound reunion

  21-08-2021 12:30 via post-gazette.com
  
  Labor Days is the day Allegheny County officials let the dogs into swimming pools at four parks. Greyhounds meet for a reunion and party. 
  
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• Hey Ray! How MRI’s Work

  21-08-2021 12:20
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Have you ever had to get an MRI?  That is the loud machine with a very powerful magnet that can make images of the inside of your body.
  If you have had an MRI, you may have wondered how it sees inside you, and what happens if metal gets near it.
  Since my brother works for RSTI, a company in Solon, OH that trains engineers and medical professionals how to work on medical imaging equipment, he put us in touch with the MRI instructor, Lance King.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  
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• Pittsburgh Preparing For Busy Weekend As Events Take Place Throughout Town

  21-08-2021 11:24
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — It’s a weekend that many Pittsburghers have had circled on their calendars for some time, with Picklesburgh back in downtown Pittsburgh, Little Italy Days taking place in Bloomfield, and the Steelers preparing to play at Heinz Field.
  The Andy Warhol Bridge and Fort Duquesne Boulevard were packed with thousands of people on Friday for Picklesburgh.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Tim Lawson)
  At the event, you can try fried pickles, pickle
  
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• Police Investigating After Man Shot At Rivers Casino Parking Garage, Suspect Taken Into Custody

  21-08-2021 10:25
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A man was arrested following a shooting in the parking garage at the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh.
  According to police, a man was shot in the leg in the upper levels of the parking garage just before 1:00 a.m. on Saturday.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA Photojournalist Tim Lawson)
  Police say the suspect was arrested at the scene and that the two people involved knew one another and there was no danger to the public.
  An investigation is underway.
  
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• Mars Candy Land In Butler Co. Stuffs Backpacks For ‘Sweet Start’ To School

  21-08-2021 09:42
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A local candy store is helping kids in need and getting a lot of attention.
  There’s a ‘Kindness Candy Board’ on display at Mars Candy Land.
  Kids who need a buck or two to purchase treats can grab a generous donation off of the board.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  The mission is getting a lot of attention and so is owner Pammie Vivirito.
  She and a team of volunteers put together a backpack giveaway for children in the community. They&
  
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• Allegheny Co. Health Dept. To Spray For Mosquitoes In Several Area Neighborhoods

  21-08-2021 09:12
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department announced it will be spraying for mosquitoes throughout the area on Monday.
  Crews will be out in several neighborhoods, including Garfield, Point Breeze, Homewood, and Wilkinsburg.
  The spraying will take place between 8:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. to lower the mosquito population and minimize the risk of West Nile Virus.
  The pesticide that will be sprayed is not harmful to people or pets.
  
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• Annual ‘Ramp Crawl’ In Schenley Park Raises Accessibility Awareness

  21-08-2021 08:44
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Raising awareness and improving accessibility are just two of the reasons that wheelchair users filled Schenley Plaza on Friday afternoon.
  A game of adaptive basketball filled the streets. UPMC offered on-site vaccinations. And the organization Oakland For All highlighted 30 special businesses.
  “It’s critical that folks understand how dynamic this community is,” said Mavis Rainey, Executive Director of the Oakland Trans
  
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• Arizona Cardinals’ Larry Fitzgerald: ‘Don’t Have The Urge To Play’ Football

  21-08-2021 07:59
  
  TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona Cardinals 11-time Pro Bowl receiver Larry Fitzgerald says he currently doesn’t have the desire to play an 18th NFL season, though he left the possibility open that he might resume his career.
  In an interview on SiriusXM Radio with Jim Gray on Mad Dog Sports Radio, Fitzgerald says he’s currently focused on being a radio broadcaster.
  The 37-year-old has put together 17 of the most consistent and productive seasons for a wide receiver in NFL history.
  Fi
  
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• Pa. State Police Investigating Deadly Shooting at Fayette Co. Apartment Complex

  21-08-2021 07:38
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  NORTH UNION TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — A homicide investigation is underway in Fayette County.
  Pennsylvania State Police say Michael Debeary was shot and killed around 12:30 yesterday afternoon at the Meridian Point Apartments on Confer Vista Drive.
  Troopers say he was shot during an altercation with two other men.
  Those two men were both treated for injuries.
  
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• 18-Year-Old Arrested For Homicide Following Pitcairn Shooting, Police Looking For Three Other Suspects

  21-08-2021 07:19
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Allegheny County Police have made an arrest in connection with a homicide in Pitcairn.
  Police arrested 18-year-old Johnathan Dawson for the shooting of Kaliq Dade.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  Dade was found in the back seat of a car near the intersection of Center Avenue and Broadway.
  Dawson is being charged with criminal conspiracy and homicide.
  Police are looking for three other suspects in the shooting.
   
  
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• Keller, Polanco Spark Pirates To 4-0 Win Over Cardinals

  21-08-2021 05:51
  
  ST. LOUIS (AP) — Mitch Keller struck out six over five solid innings, Gregory Polanco drove in two runs and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the St. Louis Cardinals 4-0 Friday night.
  Pinch-hitter Yoshi Tsutsugo hit his first homer with Pittsburgh in the ninth.
  Keller (4-10) walked one and worked around six hits in picking up his first victory since May 29. He had allowed 10 earned runs across 14 1/3 innings in his previous three starts since being recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis.
  Three reli
  
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• Picklesburgh Returns For Its 6th Year This Weekend

  21-08-2021 05:14
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pickle lovers are relishing the return of Picklesburgh in downtown Pittsburgh after it was canceled last year because of the pandemic.
  “It’s pickles, who doesn’t love pickles?” said Theresa Wilbert.
  There was a huge turnout for the first day of the event on Friday. The Andy Warhol Bridge and Fort Duquesne Boulevard were packed with thousands of people on Friday.
  “It’s great to see the Heinz balloon flying over the city and to welcome
  
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• Police: Dog Shot And Killed By Man On Motorcycle In Hill District

  21-08-2021 04:14
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Police are investigating after a dog was shot and killed in the Hill District.On Friday, Pittsburgh police said they responded to a ShotSpotter alert for the 2400 block of Chauncey Drive around 8:30 p.m.
  Police found the dog, who was dead when officers arrived. Officials say a man on a motorcycle shot the dog before fleeing in an unknown direction.
  
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• Review: 4 Former Columbus Zoo Executives Misspent $630,000

  21-08-2021 02:40
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Trustees of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium said Friday that financial abuses by four former executives cost the institution more than $630,000, a new detail in the scandal that has marred the reputation of one of the nation’s largest zoos.
  A forensic analysis ordered by the zoo’s board of trustees showed money collected through a zoo levy that pays for animal care not was involved, however.
  The review was ordered after a Columbus Dispatch investigation show
  
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• Shuman Juvenile Detention Facility’s Provisional License Being Revoked

  21-08-2021 02:13
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Shuman Juvenile Detention Facility’s provisional license is being revoked.
  A spokesperson for the county said Friday that Allegheny County Manager William McKain learned from the state that the license is being revoked effective in 30 days.
  “Further information will be available in the coming week as we work with the state and the Courts on the transition process,” the county’s spokesperson told KDKA.The facility has been o
  
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• Filmed In Pittsburgh, Jason Momoa’s ‘Sweet Girl’ And Sandra Oh’s ‘The Chair’ Are Out On Netflix

  21-08-2021 01:52
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Two Netflix movies filmed in Pittsburgh are now on Netflix.Jason Momoa’s “Sweet Girl” and Sandra Oh’s “The Chair” were released Friday.Sweet Girl is set in Pittsburgh and centers around a man who is trying to avenge his wife’s death while protecting his daughter.“The Chair” has been getting strong reviews. There are scenes in Pittsburgh and at Washington and Jefferson University. Oh plays the c
  
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• Health Experts Say Benefits Of COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots Outweigh Concerns

  21-08-2021 01:05
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – COVID-19 vaccine booster shots will begin to be available to the general public in September but raise several questions.
  The booster shot does raise some concerns about rare cases of heart inflammation. Health experts say that should not deter you from getting yours.
  While a booster is available right now for immunocompromised people, the rest will need to wait and pharmacies and healthcare systems are asking for patience.
  If and when the boosters for Pfizer and Modern
  
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• Potential Exploding Batteries At Center Of Port Authority Battle With E-Bike Riders

  21-08-2021 00:57
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — As popularity for electric bikes soars, the Port Authority just pulled the plug on some commuters.
  A recent tweet left many e-bike riders scratching their heads after learning they’re banned from some popular forms of public transit.
  KDKA’s Meghan Schiller talked to riders who said they’re a little sad and very confused after learning the Port Authority’s policy isn’t what they thought it was. Now they hope if they complain, the Port Author
  
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• Furry Tails: Davenport And Sivva Are Waiting For Forever Homes

  21-08-2021 00:47
  
  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!_____________________________________________________________________________________
  Davenport
  Animal Fri
  
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• North Hills Woman’s Fiancé Stuck In Afghanistan

  21-08-2021 00:18
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A North Hills woman is desperately trying to help her fiancé stuck in Afghanistan.
  “It’s a waiting game. I mean at this point, any little bit of information I get that I think can help him, I’m providing to him,” said Katilyn Russell.
  Russell told KDKA her fiancé was a translator with the Marines and has the right documentation but is stuck outside the airport.
  “He has filled out the SIV paperwork for a Special Immigrant Visa.
  
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