2 in custody after downtown Pittsburgh shooting

There was a heavy police presence in downtown Pittsburgh.

Police say two people are in custody after a shooting in downtown Pittsburgh.

The suspects allegedly fired shots into a building in the 900 block of Penn Avenue. No one was injured.

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Source: 2 in custody after downtown Pittsburgh shooting

Police blotter report:

Just before 3:30 p.m., Pittsburgh Police from Zone 2 responded to the 900 block of Penn Avenue downtown for reports of shots fired.

Arriving units found shell casings and damage to the entranceway to Passport Academy Charter School. There were no victims located and no reported injuries.

At this time it is not known what led to the gunfire, but police detained two males who are being questioned in relation to the incident. The Mobile Crime Unit processed evidence at the scene.

The investigation is ongoing.

Six killed as Israel targets militants in West Bank raid

 

Six Palestinians, including a militant commander, die in one of the biggest operations in months.

Five Palestinians, reportedly all gunmen, have been killed in a major Israeli raid against a militant group in the occupied West Bank.

A sixth Palestinian was shot dead by Israeli troops who were attacked with stones in a protest against the raid, Palestinian medical sources say.

The operation in the northern city of Nablus targeted the recently formed Lion’s Den group.

The group killed an Israeli soldier in a shooting earlier this month.

Source: Six killed as Israel targets militants in West Bank raid

Target 11 Exclusive: City of Pittsburgh paid $50,000 for drones, never used them

It has been four years since the city of Pittsburgh purchased two high-tech drones at a cost of more than $50,000. But Target 11 Investigator Rick Earle has learned they’ve never been used. Earle wanted to know why the drones have never gotten off the ground. He questioned the city’s new public safety director, Lee Schmidt.

Schmidt said the biggest concern is privacy. He said he’s working on a policy that will outline the proper uses of drones by city departments. Target 11 requested a copy of that policy but so far has not received the copy.

Source: Target 11 Exclusive: City of Pittsburgh paid $50,000 for drones, never used them

Woman rescued from hillside in Mount Washington

PITTSBURGH — A woman who fell 20 feet over a hillside in Mount Washington was rescued by firefighters and medics Sunday night.

Pittsburgh Public Safety officials say the woman was riding her bicycle on East Sycamore street when her brakes failed.

The woman hit a median, fell down the hill and became stuck.

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Source: Woman rescued from hillside in Mount Washington

Pa. National Guard Member From New Castle Dies In Military Training Accident

Spc. Mackenzie Shay, 20, died Saturday, Oct. 22, in a crash involving two military vehicles, the National Guard said.

Three other service members were injured in the crash, the military said. They were all treated and released from Hershey Medical Center.

Source: Pa. National Guard Member From New Castle Dies In Military Training Accident

INDIANA WOMAN KILLED IN ARMSTRONG COUNTY FIRE

An Indiana woman was killed in a fire in Armstrong County Sunday afternoon.

Pennsylvania State Police from the Kittanning barracks said that 80-year-old Judith Zacherl was found inside a home on Rimerton Road in Madison Township in the north-central part of the county.  She was found in the living room after the fire was put out, according to Armstrong County Coroner Brian K. Myers.  The fire reportedly started around 1:00 PM.  She was pronounced dead at the scene.

State troopers say that her death is not suspicious.  Fire Marshals from the state police have been called in to investigate the cause of the fire.  No other details have been provided.

Source: INDIANA WOMAN KILLED IN ARMSTRONG COUNTY FIRE

2 killed in St. Louis high school shooting, gunman also killed – YouTube

ST. LOUIS — The woman shot to death at Central Visual and Performing Arts High School on Monday has been identified as Jean Kuczka, a physical education teacher at the south St. Louis school.

Kuczka, 61, of Jefferson County, had taught at the school since 2008, according to her school biography.

A gunman came into Kuczka’s classroom, Room 323, and Kuczka went in front of him to protect the students, her daughter was told. It wasn’t immediately clear why the gunman went to her room or if he targeted a certain teacher.

A teenage girl was also slain in the rampage before police stormed the school at 3125 South Kingshighway and killed the gunman. Neither the teenager’s nor the gunman’s names have been released.

Source: https://www.stltoday.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/health-teacher-killed-in-south-st-louis-school-shooting-loved-her-students/article_b035a1e1-2595-51c2-8d45-0d9a42ea676d.html

At least 2 people hospitalized after shooting in Pittsburgh’s South Side, 1 in critical condition

PITTSBURGH — At least two people are hospitalized after a shooting in Pittsburgh’s South Side.

Allegheny County dispatchers say police were called to East Carson and 10th Street around 9:15 p.m.

Pittsburgh police say shots were fired from a vehicle at a gas station and that two people took themselves to a hospital.

Source: At least 2 people hospitalized after shooting in Pittsburgh’s South Side, 1 in critical condition

Steelers vs. Dolphins score: Defense keys Miami’s win over Pittsburgh in Tua Tagovailoa’s return

The Dolphins’ 16-10 win over the Steelers on Sunday night was a game the 1972 Dolphins were surely proud of. Known for their “No Name” defense, members of the ’72 Dolphins — who were honored at halftime on Sunday’s game — were treated to a defensive battle that saw the current Dolphins’ defense make two crucial stops late to preserve Miami’s fourth win of the season.

An offensively charged first half gave way to a defensive-fueled second half. Miami and Pittsburgh traded punts for the majority of the half until the Steelers made two late charges to win the game. Pittsburgh was turned back both times, with Noah Igbinoghene sealing the win with his end zone interception of Kenny Pickett with 25 seconds left. Javon Holland ended Pittsburgh’s previous drive when he stepped in front of Pickett’s pass intended for Diontae Johnson deep in Dolphins territory.

Miami received just enough offense from Tua Tagovailoa, who threw for 261 yards that included his 8-yard scoring toss to Raheem Mostert on the game’s first drive. Miami led 13-0 after the first quarter before Pittsburgh’s offense woke up with a pair of second quarter scores. Pickett cut Pittsburgh’s deficit to three points after he hit fellow rookie George Pickens for a 7-yard score with 1:50 left until halftime. The Dolphins managed to get a quick field goal before halftime, a score that would ultimately pay massive dividends during the final stages of Sunday night’s game.

Neither offense scored in the second half

Source: Steelers vs. Dolphins score: Defense keys Miami’s win over Pittsburgh in Tua Tagovailoa’s return

Kennedy Township home destroyed by fire overnight

KENNEDY TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Officials say an Allegheny County home was destroyed by fire early Friday morning.

Firefighters were called to Brentwood Drive in Kennedy Township near McKees Rocks after midnight.

A fire chief at the scene told Channel 11 a woman was able to get out safely, but said the house is a total loss.

The Allegheny County Marshal is investigating.

Source: Kennedy Township home destroyed by fire overnight

Crews at the scene of house fire in Allegheny County

ALLEGHENY COUNTY, Pa. —

Fire crews from several boroughs are at the scene of a house fire on the 1100 block of Toman Avenue in the City of Clairton.

Fire crews along with EMS crews are trying to bring the fire under control. Crews have also requested the Allegheny County Fire Marshall respond to the scene.

Source: https://www.wtae.com/article/fire-crews-at-the-scene-of-house-fire-in-allegheny-county-currently/41742245

Penn Hills shooting leaves one dead

Police responded to a report of shots fired on Crescent Garden Drive.

One man has died in a shooting that happened in Penn Hills Friday night, according to Allegheny County police.

Allegheny County 911 said authorities responded to reports of shots fired on the 300 block of Crescent Garden Drive in Penn Hills.

Source: Penn Hills shooting leaves one dead

Rossen Reports: These groceries could disappear from shelves

Due to supply chain problems, bad weather, etc., grocery shoppers can expect looming shortages and gaps on store shelves.

Here are some tips to beat rising grocery prices and looming shortages:

  • Use your freezer: Buying in bulk doesn’t just have to be for nonperishable items. If you have freezer space; meat, bread and cheese can be bought and stored in the freezer for up to three months.
  • Best products to buy in bulk: Rice, dry beans, cereal, canned goods, household and cleaning supplies, toiletries, diapers and beverages stored at room temperature.
  • Just buy two: If you’re not ready to purchase things in bulk, just try buying two at a time to beat potential shortages.
  • Be organic smart: Not everything needs to be organic, especially because it’s more expensive. The Environmental Working Group has a Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce. Researchers measure the amount of pesticide residue left behind on conventionally grown produce. They say it isn’t necessary to buy the following things organic because they have low levels of pesticide residue; Avocados, sweet corn, onions, eggplant, asparagus, broccoli, pineapple, kiwi, cauliflower, mushrooms, honeydew melon and cantaloupe.

Source: Rossen Reports: These groceries could disappear from shelves

Senate candidate John Fetterman releases updated medical report

The medical report, dated Oct. 15, said Fetterman “is recovering well from his stroke and his health has continued to improve” and that he “has no work restrictions and can work full duty in public office.”

John Fetterman, the Democratic nominee for Senate in Pennsylvania, released a doctor’s note Wednesday saying he is recovering well from a May stroke as he vies for an open seat in a bare-knuckle campaign against Republican rival Dr. Mehmet Oz, who has questioned Fetterman’s fitness to serve.

Source: Senate candidate John Fetterman releases updated medical report

Long-awaited Sobel’s Obscure Brewery opening in Jeannette

The anticipation has been building for the past three years as Sobel’s Obscure Brewery chipped away at transforming an old Jeannette department store into a taproom. It’s finally here — the Clay Avenue space is opening Friday. Jackie Sobel, who co-owns the craft brewery with her father, David Sobel, said

Source: Long-awaited Sobel’s Obscure Brewery opening in Jeannette

Russian jet released missile near RAF aircraft over Black Sea

The unarmed plane was in international airspace when the incident happened last month, a minister says.

Russia said it was the result of a “technical malfunction”.

UK patrols over the Black Sea were suspended but have now resumed and are escorted by a fighter jet following Russia’s response.

Source: Russian jet released missile near RAF aircraft over Black Sea

Liz Truss resigned as U.K. prime minister after a month and a half in office

Truss resigned as U.K. prime minister after a month and a half office.

News of Liz Truss’s resignation has prompted quick reaction from political leaders and media commentators around the world, with many editorials focused on the brevity of Truss’s time in office and the ongoing political chaos in Britain.

Among foreign politicians, France’s President Emmanuel Macron said that on a personal level, he was always “sad to see a colleague go”, but that the most important thing was for Britain to find stability as soon as possible.

At the White House, reporters asked US President Joe Biden whether Ms Truss had made the right decision. He replied that it was her decision to make, adding that he wouldn’t “weigh in on her judgment”.

In an earlier statement, Mr Biden said close relations with the UK would continue, and thanked Ms Truss for her partnership “on a range of issues including holding Russia accountable for its war against Ukraine”.

One of Ukraine’s MPs – Oleksiy Goncharenko – also thanked Ms Truss for her support, saying that “Ukraine will never forget you!”

However, there was little sympathy for Liz Truss from Russia. Its foreign ministry spokeswoman welcomed her departure, saying Britain had “never known such a disgrace of a prime minister.”

Source: Why Liz Truss resigned as U.K. prime minister: A guide to the chaos

Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-63333462

Embattled British Prime Minister Liz Truss warned she has hours to save her job | CNN

LondonCNN — 

Liz Truss is fighting to save her job as Britain’s prime minister after more of her own lawmakers called for her to quit, incensed by a shambolic parliamentary vote and the resignation of her home secretary late on Wednesday.

Truss’s government has “12 hours” to “turn the ship around,” Conservative lawmaker Simon Hoare said on Thursday, after a vote on whether to ban controversial fracking for shale gas descended into chaos.

Lawmakers reported that aides for Truss manhandled MPs into the voting lobby to force them to vote against the ban. The government initially presented the vote as a confidence motion in Truss’s government, but confusion remains about whether it was. A Downing Street spokesperson said on Thursday that Conservative lawmakers who didn’t participate in Wednesday evening’s vote will face disciplinary action, PA Media said.

Source: Embattled British Prime Minister Liz Truss warned she has hours to save her job | CNN

Local volunteer firefighter killed in crash on Parkway East

PITTSBURGH — A Presto volunteer firefighter was killed in a crash on Parkway East on Wednesday morning.

Sources tell Channel 11 Fire Lt. Terry Tackett died in the crash.

The department tells us they are shaken up and hurting by his sudden passing.

Officials said two people were transported to a local hospital.

Source: Local volunteer firefighter killed in crash on Parkway East

Pittsburgh-based Driller Blames Government for Higher Natural Gas Prices – News-Talk 1480 WHBC

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania (News Talk 1480 WHBC) – Remember just a few years back when we believed concern about high natural gas bills was in the rear-view mirror?

Unless you’re locked into a decent fixed rate for your natural gas supply costs, you’re starting to see some of the highest gas bills you’ve seen in years.

And the CEO of the Pittsburgh-based EQT Corporation with wells in Belmont County and other Ohio counties says restrictive government policies are the only reason prices have jumped up.

Toby Rice says he’s willing to drill at supply prices two-thirds lower than present, but the pipeline infrastructure doesn’t support it.

Source: Pittsburgh-based Driller Blames Government for Higher Natural Gas Prices – News-Talk 1480 WHBC

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