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Trump to return to Butler County to honor attendees shot at July 13 rally
Former President Donald Trump announced Friday afternoon that he is planning to return to Butler for a rally. He announced on social media that the event will honor Corey Comperatore, the man killed during the assassination attempt nearly two weeks ago. It will also honor the two men, David Dutch and James Copenhaver, injured in the shooting.
Steelers’ George Pickens gets in ‘heated exchange’ with coach
Pittsburgh Steeler star wide receiver George Pickens got in to a “heated exchange” with position coach Zach Azzanni Thursday during practice according to Ray Fittipaldo of The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Pickens is heading into his third season with the Steelers as Azzanni was not thrilled with how the 23-year old “executed his assignment.” “New receivers coach […] The post Steelers’ George Pickens gets in ‘heated exchange’ with coach appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Pittsburgh 'potential landing spot' for Raysa infielder Yandy Diaz
According to one MLB insider, the Pirates are one of the teams that interested in landing Tampa Bay Rays first baseman/designated hitter Yandy Diaz. MLB.com and MLB Network’s Mark Feinsand reports.
Developers blame city for delays in big Bakery Square expansion
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- After newly two years of seeking the necessary approvals, a half a billion-dollar development to bring new housing, offices and stores to East Liberty is still on hold. The city planning commission this week once again delayed final approval of Walnut Capital's plans to double the size of Bakery Square. The development would bring sorely needed new jobs and residents to Pittsburgh but developers say the city has hit them with more than a year of delays. When Google took over the Nabisco plant 14 years ago, Bakery Square was born, the tech giant spawning a new development of...
Fabric Health reinvents the laundromat experience in Pittsburgh communities
EDGEWOOD, Pa. (KDKA) -- For many, when you think of the laundromat, it's a place you go to to get a necessary chore done, but for some, it's a place to connect and chat, and now, it's becoming a place to better yourself and your family.Fabric Health noticed that laundromats like the one at the Edgewood Towne Center are always busy."It seems like a really odd place, right? But we've identified that laundromats are the best places to reach people," said Rachael Herbert-Nalevanko, outreach lead for Fabric Health.Every day, you'll find them answering questions and providing information on anything about...
Is Latrobe the birthplace of professional football? One expert weighs in.
LATROBE, Pa. (KDKA) -- Is Latrobe, Pennsylvania, the birthplace of professional football?Mary Lou Townsend, the President of the Latrobe Historical Society, said that question is a little complicated."I think it probably depends on who you ask. There are some people in Latrobe who still insist that it should be, but technically no," said Townsend.The controversy is largely around a player named John Brallier, who was paid $10 to play a football game for the Latrobe Athletic Association, which was part of the local YMCA in 1895. This technically made him the first paid or "professional" football player, however, there was...
1 injured in hazmat situation at federal research facility in South Park1 injured in hazmat situation at federal research facility in South Park Township
SOUTH PARK, Pa. (KDKA) -- One person was severely injured at a federal research center in South Park Township on Friday.The incident happened behind security gates at the federal facility off of Cochran Mill Road. Allegheny County officials said the person had severe arm and facial injuries. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said an outside vendor was loading hazardous waste material into a truck for disposal and was injured. There are no concerns regarding the potential release of hazardous materials and there isn't a threat to the facility's staff, the CDC said. The county confirmed a hazmat coordinator was on scene to help and the Broughton Fire Company is leading the investigation locally. According to the CDC's website, the Bruceton Research Center has two National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health divisions that work there. It's also home to an office of the Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration and the Department of Energy's National Energy Technology Laboratory.
Pirates Interest in Another Marlin Portends Possible Blockbuster Trade
MLB insider Ken Rosenthal reports that the Pittsburgh Pirates are scouting Miami Marlins outfielder Bryan De La Cruz. This comes on the heels of news that the Pirates have shown interest in another Marlins outfielder, Jazz Chisholm Jr. For the Pirates to go all-in on the National League Wild Card race, they need to add two outfield bats. Perhaps they’ll fill those needs with one trade.
Steelers veteran believes undrafted rookie is 'going to be a great player'
It's not often that an undrafted rookie makes enough of an impression to earn reps with the first-team defense to start training camp, but that's exactly what is happening in Pittsburgh.Undrafted rookie cornerback Beanie Bishop has been one of the biggest stars of Steelers training camp thus far, flashing his coverage ability over the first two days. My thoughts on Day 2 of #Steelers training camp. When will QB Russell Wilson return and who’s standing out? pic.twitter.com/Pjzha9YppL— Aaron Becker (@Aaron_M_Becker) July 26, 2024 Bishop hasn't just impressed his coaches, either. Veteran safety DeShon Elliott believes Bishop's NFL future is looking bright."He's doing...
Fabric Health continues to strengthen Pittsburgh communities
For many, when you think of the laundromat, it's a place you go to to get a necessary chore done, but for some, it's a place to connect and chat, and now, it's becoming a place to better yourself and your family. KDKA-TV's Lindsay Ward explains.
Injured Russell Wilson shares how Justin Fields is fairing in Steelers offense
Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson sat out for the second straight day of training camp after revealing he injured his calf during a sled push. My thoughts on Day 2 of #Steelers training camp. When will QB Russell Wilson return and who’s standing out? pic.twitter.com/Pjzha9YppL— Aaron Becker (@Aaron_M_Becker) July 26, 2024 "We were doing a sled push thing and just tweaked it a little bit," Wilson said. "Just working hard and sometimes things happen. Good news is that I feel good and we'll get there in time."Wilson said if Pittsburgh had a game Friday, he would play. Luckily, that isn't the case, which...
Steelers rookie LB draws early glowing reviews
Steelers rookie linebacker Payton Wilson has caught the attention of fans as the first player to take the field on the first two days of training camp.Now he's starting to catch the attention of his teammates on the field. Veteran safety DeShon Elliott raved about the rookie on Friday."He might be the most mature rookie when it comes to preparation," Elliott said. "He's a freak athlete. He's really smart. He learns from his mistakes, and he doesn't repeat them twice."Wilson, the No. 98 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, may be Pittsburgh's most athletic linebacker since Ryan Shazier.The NC...
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