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• Gov. Tom Wolf’s Carbon-Pricing Plan Clears Last Regulatory Hurdle

  01-09-2021 23:40
  
  HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP/KDKA) — The centerpiece of Gov. Tom Wolf’s plan to fight climate change passed its last regulatory hurdle Wednesday, in a hard-fought bid to make Pennsylvania the first major fossil fuel state to adopt a carbon pricing policy.
  The plan to impose a price on carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel-fired power plants in Pennsylvania won a 3-2 party-line vote from the Independent Regulatory Review Commission, a five-member panel made up of three Democratic appointee
  
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• Rising Waters Of Piney Fork And Peters Creeks Cause Flooding, Evacuations In South Hills

  01-09-2021 23:13
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A morning full of heavy rainfall left Piney Fork Road flooded in the South Hills.
  Despite the rising water levels from Piney Fork Creek, drivers still tried to cross the bridge that’s in front of the Bethel Park Wastewater Treatment Plant. Some made it through, but one car got stuck.
  Thankfully, the driver and his daughter were okay.
  While AAA and the Library Volunteer Fire Company came to the rescue, other first responders were on Church Street to assist people s
  
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• Bridgeville Declares Disaster Emergency After Ida’s Rains Flood Borough

  01-09-2021 23:13
  
  BRIDGEVILLE (KDKA) — Bridgeville declared a disaster emergency after parts of the borough flooded Wednesday morning.
  By noon, the water had receded, but the damage was done on Baldwin Street.
  Debris, mud and muck were left all over the neighborhood.According to the Borough Emergency Manager Mike Tolmer, one person had to be rescued after their vehicle got stuck in the water. That person was not hurt.
   
  Baldwin Street was evacuated, and out of an abundance of caution, so were McLaughli
  
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• Former Firefighter In West Virginia Accused Of Kidnapping And Sexually Assaulting Teenage Girl

  01-09-2021 22:58
  
  CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — A part-time police officer and former firefighter in West Virginia has been indicted on federal civil rights charges involving two victims, including a teenage girl who was allegedly kidnapped and sexually assaulted.
  Christopher Osborne was indicted Tuesday by a federal grand jury in Charleston, the U.S. Justice Department announced. The charges including two counts of deprivation of rights under color of law — — language used to describe crimes committ
  
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• CDC Asks Unvaccinated Americans To Not Travel Labor Day Weekend

  01-09-2021 22:43
  
  (CNN/AP) — Due to the surge of Covid-19 cases, the director of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is asking unvaccinated Americans not to travel during the Labor Day holiday weekend.
  The US is surpassing an average of 160,000 new cases a day, according to data from Johns Hopkins University. With the spread of the more transmissible Delta variant and many students returning to the classroom for a new academic year, the rise is concerning officials and health experts.
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• Pittsburgh Steelers Place OL Zach Banner And DE Stephon Tuitt On Reserve/Injured List

  01-09-2021 22:26
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pittsburgh Steelers have placed three players on the reserve/injured list.
  On Wednesday, the team announced that offensive lineman Zach Banner, running back Anthony McFarland Jr. and defensive end Stephon Tuitt were placed on the list. All three players have missed time during training camp and the preseason.According to Steelers team reporter Missi Matthews, the three players can return to practice after three weeks, if healthy.
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• The Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival 2021

  01-09-2021 22:22
  
  Return to the Magic and Mystique of the Renaissance!
  The Festival is back and better than ever! The celebration begins on Saturday, September 4, and runs six consecutive weekends, and Labor day, ending on Sunday, October 10.  The Festival is celebrating its return to the past with new entertainment, beautiful new displays from local artisans, as well as some classic shows and craftspeople that bring thousands of guests joy year after year.
  The Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival is an entire da
  
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• Washington County Hazmat Called After Tank Filled With Home Heating Oil Spills During Ida Flooding

  01-09-2021 21:54
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  SMITH TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — Washington County hazmat has been called after a tank filled with home heating oil spilled into a creek.
  Washington County officials say crews are in Smith Township on Wednesday for the spill, which has also prompted the Department of Environmental Protection to respond.The Washington County Public Safety director said the tank, which is outside, spilled during the flooding from the remnant of Hurricane Ida, which pounded the area.Stay with KD
  
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• Heavy Rains Prompt Evacuation Below Johnstown Area Dam

  01-09-2021 21:05
  
  HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Emergency officials rushed to evacuate about 3,000 people below a dam near Johnstown on Wednesday after hours of heavy rains triggered plans to ensure the safety of downstream residents.
  Cambria County emergency management director and 911 center head Art Martynuska said the water level at the Wilmore dam reached the height that required evacuation. The Hinckston Run Dam was also being monitored and may require evacuation, Martynuska said.
  Wilmore dam “has reac
  
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• Police Investigating After Man Shot, Killed In Washington

  01-09-2021 20:59
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  WASHINGTON, Pa. (KDKA) — An investigation is underway into a deadly shooting that took place in Washington.
  According to the Washington County Coroner, 36-year-old Leonard Williams, Jr. was shot and killed along West Walnut Street just after 12:00 on Wednesday.
  Williams was pronounced dead at the scene.
  The Washington Police Department is investigating.
  It’s unclear if any suspects have been named or if any arrests have been made.
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• Body Pulled From Allegheny River In Plum

  01-09-2021 19:09
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PLUM, Pa. (KDKA) – A body was pulled from the Allegheny River in Plum.Allegheny County Police say 911 was notified of a body floating in the river near the 100 block of Coxcomb Hill Road around 10 a.m. Wednesday morning.First responders found a middle-aged white male floating in the river. His identity hasn’t been released.The discovery comes as remnants from Hurricane Ida have risen the water in creeks and rivers.Homicide detectives have initiated an investiga
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: All Eyes On Mon, Ohio And Yough As River Flooding Concerns Rise Due To Ida’s Remnants

  01-09-2021 18:43
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The remnants of Hurricane Ida have thrown a very wet blanket across Southwestern Pennsylvania.
  The torrential rains caused widespread flash flooding, but now the concern is shifting to river flooding. All eyes are along the Monongahela and the Youghiogheny rivers for the next 24 to 36 hours.
  The highest rainfall amount is for 3.71” in Avella. Generally speaking, most areas picked up about 1-3” of rainfall. Pittsburgh picked up 3.11”.
  The Youghiogheny R
  
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• 40 Students, Driver Rescued After School Bus Trapped In Rising Flood Waters

  01-09-2021 18:31
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  SHALER TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — 40 students and a driver needed to be rescued on Wednesday morning when a school bus was overtaken by flood waters along Seavey Road.
  Numerous area roadways became flooded as creeks and streams were overtaken by water when the remnants of Hurricane Ida moved across Western Pennsylvania.
  (Photo Credit: Cherry City Volunteer Fire Co./Facebook)
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• ‘Animals Are Running For Their Lives’: Wildlife Rescue Groups Rush Animals Away From Flames

  01-09-2021 18:30
  
  SOUTH LAKE TAHOE (CBS13) – Mandatory evacuations have South Lake Tahoe looking like a ghost town just days from the long Labor Day holiday weekend which usually lures tourists.
  But as people piled into their cars, animals hit the road too. The flames frightened wildlife, forcing animals from their homes. A CBS13 photographer spotted a bear in the Christmas Valley area running from the flames being pushed down to the valley floor.
  Local wildlife rescue groups have had their hands full movin
  
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• Doobie Brothers Rescheduling Pittsburgh Show After Positive COVID-19 Test

  01-09-2021 18:23
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Another show at the Pavilion at Star Lake has been postponed because of a positive COVID-19 test.The Doobie Brothers announced their next four shows, including the one in Burgettstown, will be rescheduled. The band says a member of the touring personnel has tested positive for COVID-19.
  The Doobie Brothers will postpone their four upcoming shows as a member of the touring personnel has tested positive with COVID-19. The shows in Clarkston, Burgett
  
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• College Football Kicks Off On CBS Sports Network With Five Week 1 Matchups

  01-09-2021 18:23
  
  (CBS Local)- The 2021 college football season got a brief opening Week 0 last weekend, but the full 130 Division I teams are now set to kick-off this weekend and CBS Sports has five matchups ready to welcome fans back to football Saturdays.
  The action kicks off on Friday night when Duke makes the trip down to Charlotte to take on the 49ers in prime-time on Friday night. The Blue Devils have a new signal caller in Gunnar Holmberg who has attempted just 25 passes in his college career. On the othe
  
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• COVID-19 In Pennsylvania: State Health Department Reports 3,100 New Cases, No Additional Deaths

  01-09-2021 18:08
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting 3,100 new coronavirus cases and no additional deaths.
  This brings the statewide total to 1,303,468 cases and 28,235 total COVID-19 related deaths since the pandemic began.
  There are 1,835 people across the state in the hospital with COVID-19, and 482 patients are in ICUs.
  The state says 12,202,347 total vaccine doses have been administered, and 5,973,033 people are fully vaccinated. So far, 65.9%
  
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• $1 Million Scratch-Off Ticket Sold At Coraopolis Gas Station

  01-09-2021 18:06
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  CORAOPOLIS (KDKA) — A scratch-off lottery ticket worth a $1 million prize has been sold at a gas station in Coraopolis.
  The Pa. Lottery says that a $20 ticket in the Feelin’ Like a Million Bucks game was recently sold at the Sunoco gas station located along University Boulevard.
  The prize of $1 million is the top prize available for that game.
  The Lottery says that prizes for scratch-off games expire one year from the game’s end-sale date.
  For more inform
  
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• National Guard, rescue teams ready to assist Pennsylvanians during floods, state officials say

  01-09-2021 18:03 via post-gazette.com
  
  "Please, if you can stay home today, please stay home," Gov. Tom Wolf said late Wednesday morning.
  
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• COVID-19 In Pittsburgh: Allegheny County Reports 199 New Cases, 3 Additional Deaths

  01-09-2021 18:03
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department is reporting 199 new COVID-19 cases and three additional deaths.
  Of the newly reported cases, the Health Department says 185 are confirmed and 14 are probable cases.
  There have been 7,681 total hospitalizations and 109,996 total coronavirus cases in Allegheny County since the pandemic started.
  The county-wide death toll stands at 2,063.
  More information on the Coronavirus pandemic:CDC Coronavirus Informa
  
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• Man Sentenced To House Arrest, Probation Following Guilty Plea In Deadly DUI-Related 2019 Crash

  01-09-2021 17:58
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A Penn Hills man who pleaded guilty to homicide by vehicle in connection with a deadly DUI-related crash in Penn Hills has been sentenced to house arrest and probation.
  In February 2019, Steven Prazenica was killed in a crash along Frankstown Road in Penn Hills when Theamon Hicks crossed the center line of the roadway.
  Photo Credit: KDKA
  Charges were filed against Hicks, who admitted he had been drinking prior to the crash.
  In May, Hicks pleaded g
  
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• California Couple On The Run After Being Convicted In $18M COVID Relief Fraud Scheme

  01-09-2021 17:52
  
  LOS ANGELES (CBSLA) – An Encino couple convicted in an $18 million COVID-19 relief fraud case earlier this summer have cut off their ankle monitoring bracelets and gone on the lam, the FBI reported late Tuesday night.
  Undated photos of Richard Ayvazyas and his wife, Marietta Terabelian. (FBI)
  Back in June, 43-year-old Richard Ayvazyas, his wife, 37-year-old Marietta Terabelian, and two other family members were found guilty of fraudulently obtaining more than $18 million in Paycheck Protec
  
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• Butler Officer Stabbed Before Shooting, Killing Suspect To Be Released From Hospital

  01-09-2021 17:40
  
  BUTLER, Pa. (KDKA) – The Butler officer who was stabbed multiple times before shooting and killing the suspect last week will be released from the hospital Wednesday.
  The Butler City Police Department says several law enforcement agencies will welcome Michael Sulerud home from the hospital around 12:45 p.m. Wednesday.
  In a statement, the department thanked everyone at UPMC for their “unbelievable care.”
  “The family thanks the community for all the support they received an
  
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• Butler Officer Stabbed Before Shooting, Killing Suspect Released From Hospital

  01-09-2021 17:40
  
  BUTLER, Pa. (KDKA) – The Butler officer who was stabbed multiple times before shooting and killing the suspect last week was released from the hospital Wednesday.
  Officer Michael Sulerud was released from UPMC Presby and seemed to be in good shape and good spirits when he was greeted with a welcome home ceremony back in Butler County.
  (Photo: KDKA)
  In a statement, the department thanked everyone at UPMC for their “unbelievable care.”
  “The family thanks the community for a
  
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• Torrential Rain, Rising Water Prompt Numerous Road Closures

  01-09-2021 17:31
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The remnants of Hurricane Ida are causing rivers, creeks, ponds and streams to rise across the area to dangerous levels.
  Because the high waters are flooding roadways across the area, many roads have been shut down until the water recedes.
  PennDOT and officials with counties in Southwestern Pennsylvania are updating road closures and urging anyone who needs to travel today to never drive through rising flood waters.They are asking anyone who does
  
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• Report: Steelers Cornerback Joe Haden To Test Free Agent Market In 2022

  01-09-2021 17:16
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – After expressing his desire for a new contract, Steelers’ cornerback Joe Haden has informed the team he intends to test free agency once his current deal with the team expires.According to a report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Haden will test the market in 2022 and at that time, the NFL salary cap is expected to increase significantly.Last month, Haden’s agent, Drew Rosenhaus told Schefter that he did want to finish his career in P
  
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• Governor Tom Wolf Activates Pennsylvania Air National Guard To Support Afghan Ally Refuge Efforts

  01-09-2021 16:07
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  HARRISBURG (KDKA) – Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf announced on Wednesday that 43 Pennsylvania Air National Guard members have been activated to help with Afghan ally refuge efforts in the U.S.“We are fortunate to have the diverse resources of the Pennsylvania Air National Guard to assist with the monumental yet compassionate task,” Governor Wolf said. “Pennsylvania will do whatever it takes to provide the resources and the open arms for the Afghan
  
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• PTL Links: Sept. 1, 2021

  01-09-2021 15:25
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Rania’s Catering
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  Pittsburgh City United FC
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• Tracking Ida: Remnants Of Storm Brings Heavy Rains, Flooding, And Road Closures

  01-09-2021 14:20
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Hurricane Ida made landfall on Sunday morning as a major Category 4 hurricane, bringing heavy winds, rain, storm surge, and flooding to the Gulf Coast. It has since been downgraded to a Tropical Depression and its remnants are headed towards Western Pennsylvania.
  As Ida moves inland, stay with the KDKA Weather Team as we continue to monitor developments on how the storm could impact our area locally.
  Wednesday Updates
  8:19 a.m. –Due to flood
  
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• LATEST WEATHER: Ida's remnants are impacting the region; Road closures; Evacuations in Bridgeville

  01-09-2021 14:01 via post-gazette.com
  
  As of 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, the areas seeing the most rain are east of Pittsburgh towards central Pennsylvania, said NWS meteorologist Jason Frazier. But a light rain is expected to continue locally.
  Tuesday's rain ahead of Ida's impact here “really primed Allegheny County for having a lot of issues today,” Mr. Frazier said.
  Since 8 a.m., southwestern Pennsylvania saw anywhere from two inches of precipitation in some places to four inches of rain in areas like Springdale and S
  
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• 2021 World’s Strongest Man Finale Airing On CBS Saturday, September 4

  01-09-2021 14:00
  
  (CBS Local)- The 2021 SBD World’s Strongest Man competition featuring four-time champion Brian Shaw, crowns its champion this weekend on CBS Television Network. Audiences tuning in will see the 10 finalists from a field of 25 qualifiers compete across multiple events to earn the coveted title of World’s Strongest Man.
  The 44th edition of the competition sees Colorado native Shaw joined by 24-year-old Trey Mitchell and the Stoltman brothers, Luke and Tom, competing along with the rest
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Remnants Of Hurricane Ida Bring Heavy Rains, Flood Warnings

  01-09-2021 12:33
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Good morning!“They were who we thought they were,” That’s the famous phrase uttered by the late coach Dennis Green talking about how his Arizona Cardinals team knew and let off the hook a vulnerable Chicago Bears football team in 2006.
  We could also say the same about our weather today.
  WEATHER LINKS:Current Conditions | School Delays & Closings | Local Radar | Weather App | Photos
  Things are breaking about how we thought they would with a steady r
  
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• Garrison Day, Fort McIntosh Day to honor Army's oldest infantry regiment

  01-09-2021 12:15 via post-gazette.com
  
  Garrison Day on Saturday and Fort McIntosh Day on Sept. 18 recall the late 1700s Colonial fort where the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, aka The Old Guard, first mustered.
  
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• Garrison Day, Fort McIntosh Day honor Army's oldest infantry regiment

  01-09-2021 12:15 via post-gazette.com
  
  Garrison Day on Saturday and Fort McIntosh Day on Sept. 18 recall the late 1700s Colonial fort where the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, aka The Old Guard, first mustered.
  
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• A banner day: FNB, Penguins to break ground — finally — on first development at former Civic Arena site

  01-09-2021 12:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  A decadelong struggle will culminate Wednesday in what may be the development equivalent of a banner-raising ceremony: the groundbreaking for the 26-story headquarters for First National Bank.
  
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• A banner day: FNB, Penguins set to break ground — finally — on first development at former Civic Arena site

  01-09-2021 12:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  A decadelong struggle will culminate Wednesday in what may be the development equivalent of a banner-raising ceremony: the groundbreaking for the 26-story headquarters for First National Bank.
  
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• 8 fresh recipes that go easily from farmers market to table

  01-09-2021 12:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  There's plenty of fruits and vegetables for the picking at farmers markets in fall.
  
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• Brake & Eat: Cheesesteak and wings take off at Streets on the Fly

  01-09-2021 11:51 via post-gazette.com
  
  Food truck is a master at Philly cheesesteaks and confit wings. 
  
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• Historic Wheeling Suspension Bridge To Undergo Major Repairs

  01-09-2021 10:35
  
  WHEELING, W.Va. (AP) — A historic West Virginia suspension bridge will be undergoing major repairs, but it’s not clear whether the span will reopen to traffic.
  The West Virginia Division of Highways and Gov. Jim Justice announced on Monday that a $17.9 million contract had been awarded to repair and rehabilitate the Wheeling Suspension Bridge, The Intelligencer Wheeling News-Register reported. The project will make repairs on the span’s superstructure and substructure as well a
  
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• Pirates Drop Series Opener With White Sox 4-2

  01-09-2021 08:52
  
  CHICAGO (AP) – Yasmani Grandal and Jose Abreu homered, and five relievers combined for 4 2/3 innings of two-hit ball as the Chicago White Sox beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 on Tuesday night.
  Grandal, who hit a solo homer to lead off the second, is batting .500 (7-for-14) with four homers and 11 RBIs in four games since returning from the 10-day injured list.
  “Having Yas around really deepens our lineup,” manager Tony La Russa said. “He’s doing it all. He’s sw
  
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• Bishop Sycamore’s Loss On The Field Was Real, But Is The School?

  01-09-2021 08:35
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — After a shellacking in a game televised on ESPN revealed an Ohio prep football team wasn’t the top-tier talent it purported to be, the legitimacy of the school itself is now in question.
  As sports observers wondered how Bishop Sycamore ended up in the game in the first place, Gov. Mike DeWine announced Tuesday he’d asked the Ohio Department of Education to investigate whether the school complies with minimum standards under Ohio law and provides “the
  
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• Last American Soldier To Leave Afghanistan Is Pennsylvania Native

  01-09-2021 03:56
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The last American soldier to leave Afghanistan is a Pennsylvania native.
  The Department of Defense shared a photo of Maj. Gen. Chris Donahue on Monday as he boarded a military plane to leave Kabul.“The last American soldier to leave Afghanistan: Maj. Gen. Chris Donahue, commanding general of the @82ndABNDiv, @18airbornecorps boards an @usairforce C-17 on August 30th, 2021, ending the U.S. mission in Kabul,” the tweet reads.
  Donahue, wh
  
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• Toronto Blue Jays Sign Former Pittsburgh Pirates OF Gregory Polanco To Minor League Deal

  01-09-2021 03:38
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Former Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Gregory Polanco has found a new home.
  The Toronto Blue Jays announced Tuesday that the team has signed Polanco to a minor league deal.
  Shi Davidi of Sportsnet reports the new Blue Jay will report to Triple-A Buffalo.Gregory Polanco will report to triple-A Buffalo. Intriguing look at a talented player who has struggled the past two seasons. https://t.co/VuEWQyuON6
  — Shi Davidi (@ShiDavidi) September 1, 202
  
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• Pittsburgh Public Schools Says 650 Students Fall Into ‘Seat Gap’ Amid Transportation Issues

  01-09-2021 02:55
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Classes in Pittsburgh Public Schools begin Friday, but the district still has a problem with transportation.
  The district said it has nearly 650 students who fall into what they’re calling a “seat gap.” That is down from 11,000 earlier this summer.
  Those families are asked if they can provide transportation for their students, the district will reimburse travel costs.
  
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• Hurricane Ida: West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice Declares State Of Emergency In All 55 Counties

  01-09-2021 02:36
  
  CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia’s governor declared a state of emergency in all 55 counties Tuesday due to the threat of flash flooding from Hurricane Ida’s remnants.
  Moderate rain fell in the state on Tuesday evening on already saturated ground from storms in recent days. The entire state was under a flash flood watch, although no rivers or streams had gone over their banks. Forecasters say 2 to 4 inches of rain were likely with up to 6 inches possible in some local spo
  
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• Power Companies Say Crews Are Ready For Remnants Of Hurricane Ida To Hit Pittsburgh Area

  01-09-2021 02:06
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Duquesne Light and West Penn Power say crews are prepared for when the remnants of Hurricane Ida hit the region.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  In Shaler Township on Tuesday, people on Maple Avenue lost power for 2 1/2 hours after a large tree limb crashed down on part of a power line. No one was hurt.
  Duquesne Light and West Penn Power said there will be round-the-clock coverage throughout the rain event.
  “We put all of our folks on notice that we are getting into a storm
  
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• Roads flooding across Pittsburgh region as remnants of Ida dump torrential rain

  01-09-2021 01:50 via post-gazette.com
  
  The remnants of Hurricane Ida are expected to drench the Pittsburgh area until Wednesday evening
  
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• Once Ida’s remnants leave the region tonight, more pleasant weather will come. For now, here comes the rain.

  01-09-2021 01:50 via post-gazette.com
  
  The remnants of Hurricane Ida are expected to drench the Pittsburgh area until Wednesday evening
  
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• Once Ida’s remnants leave the region by late Wednesday, more pleasant weather will come

  01-09-2021 01:50 via post-gazette.com
  
  The remnants of Hurricane Ida are expected to drench the Pittsburgh area until Wednesday evening
  
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• Drug Pipeline From California To Western Pennsylvania Dismantled, 47 Indicted

  01-09-2021 01:50
  
  By: KDKA-TV News Staff
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Nearly 50 people are facing charges after authorities dismantled a drug pipeline from California to western Pennsylvania.Forty-seven people have been charged with narcotics trafficking, money laundering and firearms violations in six separate but related indictments after “Operation Return To Sender.”The nine-month-long wiretrap operation investigated drug trafficking in and around Allegheny, Jefferson and Clearfield counties.The taked
  
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