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Republicans cut into Democratic leads in Pennsylvania with big registration numbers
Pennsylvania Republicans registered more new voters than Democrats in July, a month when former President Donald Trump narrowly survived an assassination attempt in the battleground state. Republicans added 19,127 new voters to their rolls last month, compared to the Democratic Party’s 17,495, according to an Axios report. A gunman opened fire on the former president during […]
ATF assisting McKeesport police investigation of vehicle fires
McKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) - The train tracks were busy above ground near the McKeesport police station this morning. On the ground, it was too."In our backyard like this, it's very heartbreaking," McKeesport police chief Mark Steele said.It's heartbreaking to see four police cars charred in what appears to be something intentional. McKeesport's mayor did not mince words Wednesday."I think it's safe to say that it was arson," Mayor Michael Cherepka said.Cherepka believes this apparent arson was targeted."Obviously, this is an attack on police," he said. "And the one thing we are very grateful for is that there were no injuries.Police got the...
Police investigating alleged theft at Flight 93 National Memorial
SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Police and other officials are asking for the public’s help to identify individuals who are involved in an alleged theft at the Flight 93 National Memorial. According to the Flight 93 National Memorial Facebook page, they’re seeking to identify two individuals involved in an alleged theft that occurred on Monday, […]
A-K Valley high school football players to watch for 2024 Week 1
Shirley delivered in all phases to complement Landon Kucic’s four rushing touchdowns in Friday’s 42-7 Week Zero rout of Knoch. He returned the opening kickoff 80 yards for a touchdown which sparked Kiski to a 21-0 lead in the first quarter. Cavaliers quarterbacks only threw the ball eight times, completing seven, and Shirley was right there with six catches for 68 yards. He made his presence felt on defense with a team-best seven tackles as Kiski held Knoch to just 27 rushing yards on 16 attempts.
Pittsburgh-area school districts prioritizing student-athlete safety during extreme heat
McKEES ROCKS, Pa. (KDKA) -- School districts are taking extra steps to keep their student-athletes safe in this heat.This week's theme for Montour athletes is don't hydrate; over-hydrate instead."We'll be smart and make sure all the kids are safe."As a late summer heat wave continues to grip the Pittsburgh area, student-athletes are braving the scorching temperatures.In the Montour School District, the football teams are pushing forward with practice and games."It's been hot all summer, and our kids are pretty much acclimated and in shape, hopefully, to withstand something like this. Whatever it takes to try to beat the heat is...
Family alleges Ohio car dealership sold them faulty wheelchair transport van
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- A Butler County family has been pleading for help after spending thousands of dollars to help their daughter, who uses a wheelchair.The family's problem, their car, is in their driveway, and won't budge. They claim they are stuck with an $11,000 bill and a vehicle that is essentially a paperweight.Lisa and Scott Geibel needed a wheelchair transport van to help their 33-year-old daughter, Catie, who is in stage 4 renal failure.Lisa Geibel says for Catie to get a kidney transplant, she needed a special transport van."After her transplant, she will now not be able to lift herself...
Report: Red tape, new power plant delays put PJM grid 'in peril'
(The Center Square) — Pennsylvania sits at the heart of the 13-state electric grid called PJM. That means the state’s role in generating power to keep the lights on in neighboring states is crucial. But a report warns that recent government policy choices have weakened the grid, making it more vulnerable to disruptions. A potential power shortage could hit by 2030 if more problems mount. ...
Morning roundup: Inspections restrict Tarentum Bridge traffic; reward offered in burning of McKeesport police cars
Here are the latest news items from this morning, Thursday, Aug. 29:. Traffic will be restricted on the Tarentum Bridge for ramp inspections on Thursday, PennDOT announced. There will be traffic shifts from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the ramps from eastbound Route 366 to First Avenue, and the First Avenue ramp to westbound Route 366.
A phishing scam is targeting some Pa. voters. Here’s what to know
What questions do you have about the 2024 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Let us know. A text message phishing scam is targeting registered voters in Philadelphia’s suburbs. The message tells the recipient that they are not registered to vote, and directs them to...
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