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Pennsylvania sees first human case of West Nile Virus this year
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- A Baldwin resident has been hospitalized with Allegheny County's first human case of West Nile virus this year. The Allegheny County Health Department said the Baldwin resident experienced fever and weakness, leading to hospitalization. The health department won't be releasing any more information but said the patient reported being outside frequently.
26 dogs rescued from deplorable conditions at Ohio home
HUBBARD TOWNSHIP, Ohio (KDKA) -- More than two dozen dogs were rescued from deplorable conditions at a home in Ohio, an animal shelter said.The Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County said the 26 dogs and their elderly owner were found living in "deplorable conditions." The dogs were brought to the shelter, less than 10 miles across the Pennsylvania border.The rescue happened after humane agents got a tip about a home in Hubbard Township, CBS affiliate WKBN reported. "The caller suspected that there were three to five dogs at the residence. There were suspected puppies that had passed away as well...
Final preparations underway as Picklesburgh 2024 kicks off on Thursday
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - It's always a great day to be a Pittsburgher, but if you love pickles, it's an even better day. Today kicks off the 2024 edition of Picklesburgh and there's more to offer this year than ever before. As of Thursday morning, crews are moving around PPG Place putting together the final touches before it all kicks off and that happens later today when people will begin flocking to downtown for the yearly festival. This year, Picklesburgh is opening early, giving fans of pickles an extra day to celebrate all things pickles. In 2023, more than 200,000 people attended the festival...
The value of faith based/private school’s in the Burgh
The debate between public and private schooling continues to thrive. While both options provide quality education, the value of a private school education is at the forefront for some local parents. Many private schools have a strong emphasis on instilling moral and ethical values, fostering a sense of responsibility, empathy and respect in their students. This approach aims to mold students who not only excel academically but also contribute positively to society. Susan Fariss is an educator and parent of a 15-year-old freshman who attends Pittsburgh Central Catholic High School in Oakland. “Central Catholic provides a very warm and welcoming environment, not only for students, but parents as well,” says Fariss. “We chose a private education because my husband attended Central Catholic and had an incredibly positive experience.” Fariss wanted their son to experience the same sense of brotherhood and camaraderie that they feel is part of the Central Catholic culture. The close bond is the norm at Central Catholic, shares Fariss. Another benefit the Fariss family has found at Central Catholic is that the school provides more student diversity than their home district. There are students from over 60 different school districts that attend the high school this year, and of those, approximately 35 schools sent just one student from this academic freshman class. Students have the benefit of meeting peers from a wide geographic area with diverse backgrounds.
Pitt All 105: WR Zion Fowler-El Working to Crack Wideout Rotation
All 105 is a Pittsburgh Sports Now series profiling each of the 105 members of the Pitt 2024 training camp roster. Zion Fowler-El, a redshirt freshman wide receiver from St. Peter’s Prep in Jersey City, N.J. 2023 season: Fowler-El played in just one game as a true freshman last...
PA Turnpike Commission warns residents about recent 'smishing' scams
HARRISBURG, Pa (WHP) — The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is warning of a "smishing" scam back on the rise in Pennsylvania — and the agency said over a thousand people have already received the text message. "The Turnpike does not directly communicate with our customers through text messaging," said...
Central Atlantic region gas prices fell from last week: See how much here
Regional gas prices fell last week at an average of $3.57 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, down from last week's price of $3.57 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Central Atlantic region has risen about 4 cents since last...
PASSHE freezes tuition for the seventh consecutive year
(WHTM) — The Board of Governors for Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) unanimously voted to freeze tuition for in-state undergraduate students for the upcoming academic year. The 2024-25 school year marks the seventh consecutive year the tuition rate will stay the same at all ten universities. According to PASSHE, repeated tuition freezes save […]
Trump shooter’s gun club defends its culture: ‘That’s not us’
A gun club nestled in heavy woods on the outskirts of Pittsburgh was thrust into the national spotlight after one of its members tried to assassinate former President Donald Trump on Saturday. Clairton Sportsmen’s Club denounced the "senseless act of violence" in a statement Sunday, acknowledging that the shooter, Thomas...
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Strudel
Strudel is a nine-year-old senior bun who came to us after his bonded partner passed away and they could no longer care for him. He is currently living in a foster home. He loves to be pet, brushed and groomed. He enjoys chewing on cardboard – which is his favorite enrichment activity. Strudel’s vision is impaired, so he does not see too well. He would do well in a home with children 13 and older, who will respect his space. He could live with another rabbit pending a successful meet and greet.
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