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‘Unsolved Mysteries’ episode to feature Pa. case of severed head found in 2014
A Pennsylvania mystery involving a woman’s decapitated head found nearly a decade ago will be featured on a popular Netflix series later this month. When the new season of “Unsolved Mysteries” debuts on July 31, one of the episodes will cover the case of the embalmed head of an unidentified older woman that was discovered in Economy, Beaver County, on Dec. 12, 2014.
Americans divided over new law to buy a variety of beverages at supermarkets – but same rules will apply to everyone
AMERICANS who like to indulge in alcoholic drinks occasionally will have easier access to purchasing them this Fall. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed Senate Bill 688, which allows residents to buy ready-to-drink cocktails at a plethora of locations, into law. The law, effective in mid-September, defines ready-to-drink cocktails as premixed...
Pa. hopes to regulate carbon storage wells with new law
A new Pennsylvania law paves the way for the state to oversee the practice of storing carbon dioxide emissions deep underground. Gas industry groups are applauding passage of the Carbon Capture and Sequestration Act, while environmental advocates are divided. Trapping emissions rather than releasing them into the atmosphere is a...
47 PA residents charged with defrauding public assistance in June
(WJET/WFXP) — The office of Pennsylvania’s inspector general has charged more than 40 people for allegedly committing felony public assistance fraud this past month. PA Inspector General Lucas Miller announced Tuesday that 47 people were charged with attempting to defraud public assistance programs during the month of June with $228,772 being owed to the Commonwealth […]
Pennsylvania state police commissioner reveals stunning details about Trump shooting
A local law enforcement commissioner revealed during a House Homeland Security hearing on Tuesday stunning new details about the security failures that led to the near assassination of Donald Trump, raising more questions for the embattled US Secret Service.
Two Suspects Arrested for Installing Credit Card Skimming Devices in Pennsylvania Grocery Stores
Last week, two men were caught in the act of placing credit card skimming devices at multiple grocery store locations, sparking concern among shoppers and store owners alike. According to KDKA Radio, an alert employee discovered a skimmer at Community Supermarket in Lower Burrell. Surveillance footage later implicates the men installing a similar skimming device at other stores, including a Shop 'n Save in Scott Township.
‘Brown Mamas Weekend’ Aims to Empower Black Mothers
Black moms from around Pittsburgh — and the nation — are gathering this weekend to shine a spotlight on what it means to be a Black mother. Brown Mamas was founded by CEO Muffy Medoza in 2012 to bring together other Black moms she could relate to; she had just moved back to Pittsburgh from New York City and was looking for community and support.
Ticket to hide: Ross woman's PNC Park experience came with obstructed view
Jul. 23—Like many baseball fans, Danielle Jones' first visit to PNC Park on Saturday night left her in awe. For Jones, though, it was for all the wrong reasons. Jones, of Ross, spent $62 on a seat at the game to see her daughter, Taylor, who was attending as part of a contingent of University of Pittsburgh cheerleaders, participating in gameday activities. On game night, Jones made her way to ...
WVU fall camp preview: Receivers
It's about that time again, which is crazy because it feels like just yesterday I was writing the spring camp previews. Back then, football preparation was taking a backseat to the pending basketball coaching search. This time around, fall camp will be in the spotlight of the WVU sports world. Today we continue the position-by-position preview for preseason camp. The Mountaineers went 9-4 last season, including beating up on UNC in a bowl game that ended with Neal Brown being covered in mayonnaise. West Virginia football enters the 2024 season with significant wind in its sails, so fall camp should be particularly interesting to watch next month. At this current time, there is no media access schedule.
Poll: When Should WVU Football Debut Coal Rush Uniforms?
The WVU football program decided to tease some future news while announcing game promotions for the upcoming 2024 season. Even though most of the games now have an event attached to them, a couple big ones will be revealed at a later date. Among the promotions still left to be...
West Virginia OL Nick Malone embraces any and all roles
From the time Nick Malone arrived at West Virginia, he just wanted to carve out a role. At the start, any role would do as long as he was contributing to his football team. The Morgantown High product arrived on campus as a 260-pound walk-on offensive lineman after earning second-team all-state honors as a senior.
Harler credits deep rotation to Best Virginia success
An old adage alleges that a chain is only as strong as its weakest link. For Best Virginia, there isn’t too much concern amongst the team about the strength of their chain. That’s because, according to WVU basketball alum and Best Virginia head coach Chase Harler, there are “no liabilities” on the roster.
California-based supplier pleads guilty to role in methamphetamine trafficking organization in West Virginia
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) — A California man pleaded guilty to a role in a methamphetamine trafficking organization that operated in West Virginia. 41-year-old Alejandro Gallegos, also known as “Alex,” “Rooster,” “G” and “Primo,” of Hacienda Heights, California, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine and 500 grams or more of […]
Stumptown Ales in Fairmont to host unique event
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - A bar and brewery in Fairmont will be holding a unique, new event this week!. Stump Talks will take place at Stumptown Ales on Merchant Street in Fairmont Wednesday at 7 p.m. Organizers said this is the first Stump Talk event, and depending on the success,...
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