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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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Penn Hills shooting leaves one dead

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

PENN HILLS, Pa. —

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

By Elsa Maishman
BBC News

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

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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

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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

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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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F-35 crashes at Hill Air Force Base; pilot ‘made his best effort to avoid any buildings’

HILL AIR FORCE BASE — An F-35A Lightning II fighter jet crashed at Hill Air Force Base on Wednesday around 6:15 p.m.

Officials say the pilot ejected and was recovered by emergency crews. The pilot was taken to a medical center for observation.

Brock Thurgood, who owns property in South Weber near the base, said the pilot landed near his property after ejecting. Thurgood said he heard a loud boom and saw smoke, so he got on an all-terrain vehicle to investigate, along with his daughter and two other nearby residents.

“We went up there and as we’re driving down the Canal Road … looking for a way to get up there, we looked over and saw him,” Thurgood said. “He was waving his arms and yelling and walking down towards us and it was the pilot. I don’t really think there’s much to say other than that he’s OK, and that’s the most important part.”

Source: F-35 crashes at Hill Air Force Base; pilot ‘made his best effort to avoid any buildings’

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2 injured in Pittsburgh shooting

PITTSBURGH — Two people were injured in a Tuesday night shooting in the Carrick area and police say there are no suspects in custody at this time.

Officers responded to a Shotspotter alert around 9:53 p.m. in the area of Mount Oliver at Louisa Way, according to information provided by Pittsburgh Public Safety. A male with a gunshot wound to the leg was found in the area of Brownsville Road and and Laughlin Avenue. He was transported by ambulance to a local hospital. Police said Wednesday he was in good condition.

One other victims was later self-transported to area hospitals with a gunshot wound.

Police said the victim was believed to be in stable condition.

The shooting is under investigation.

Source: 2 injured in Pittsburgh shooting

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1 killed in Parkway East crash

Big backups were building on the Parkway East Wednesday after a multi-vehicle accident on the outbound side.

This accident was near the Beechwood Boulevard exit ahead of the Squirrel Hill Tunnel. The crash happened just after 6 a.m. and it involved a tractor trailer and two cars.

Several emergency vehicles were blocking the right and center lanes. Traffic was slowly getting by on the left-hand side of the roadway. An accident reconstruction team was on the scene investigating.

The scene has since cleared, but residual backups remain.

Source: 1 killed in Parkway East crash

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School bus driver taken to hospital after violent crash into steel pole in Forest Hills

“Some people were sitting at the intersection down there they said it sounded like an atomic bomb going off when it hit the structure,” said Forest Hills Station 153 Assistant Fire Chief Jim Theilacker.

It took crews around 30 minutes to get the driver out of the bus. The driver was then taken to a hospital in stable condition.

There were no kids on the bus at the time of the crash.

Source: School bus driver taken to hospital after violent crash into steel pole in Forest Hills

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Biden to release 15M barrels from oil reserve, more possible

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will announce the release of 15 million barrels of oil from the U.S. strategic reserve Wednesday as part of a response to recent production cuts announced by OPEC+ nations, and he will say more drawdowns are possible this winter, as his administration rushes to be seen as pulling out all the stops ahead of next month’s midterm elections.

Biden will deliver remarks Wednesday to announce the drawdown from the strategic reserve, senior administration officials said Tuesday on the condition of anonymity to outline Biden’s plans. It completes the release of 180 million barrels authorized by Biden in March that was initially supposed to occur over six months. That has sent the strategic reserve to its lowest level since 1984 in what the administration called a “bridge” until domestic production could be increased. The reserve now contains roughly 400 million barrels of oil.

Source: Biden to release 15M barrels from oil reserve, more possible

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Pittsburgh Post-Gazette newsroom workers go on strike

The Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh said in a news release that Post-Gazette management failed to end what the guild calls the paper’s “illegally declared impasse to contract negotiations, lift the unilaterally imposed working conditions and reinstate the terms of the previous collectively bargained contract, and return to the contract bargaining table to reach a fair contract with the 101 journalists the Guild represents.”

“The workers who produce the Post-Gazette are taking a stand against the hostile and illegal treatment at the hands of John and Allan Block,” Newspaper Guild President Zack Tanner said in a statement. “We, the workers, are standing together today, ready to fight to win back our contract and work toward signing a new collective bargaining agreement that preserves the Post-Gazette for the Pittsburgh region.”

The Newspaper Guild said it has been in negotiations for a contract with PG management since 2017.

This is the second strike in recent weeks involving employees at the Post-Gazette. Workers from unions that are responsible for production, distribution and advertising at the Post-Gazette walked off the job Oct. 6.

Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette newsroom workers go on strike

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Charges filed after Turner Dairy Farm tractor found parked in nearby driveway

A Salem man was arrested Sunday on theft charges after state police said they found a missing farm tractor worth $15,000 parked at his home, according to court papers. Gary A. Lauffer, 54, told troopers that he took the tractor from a nearby dairy farm to do work on his property.

He didn’t have permission to use or take it, according to court papers.

A serial number found on the farm tractor at Lauffer’s property matched that of one given to investigators by Turner’s officials. The tractor also had a Turner’s sticker on its hood, police said.

Source: Charges filed after Turner Dairy Farm tractor found parked in nearby driveway

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Trump employee seen moving boxes on Mar-a-Lago security footage identified as former White House employee, source says

The video showing the boxes being handled is now in the hands of investigators and it contributed to the FBI’s decision to execute the search warrant at Mar-a-Lago in August, a source said.

Source: Trump employee seen moving boxes on Mar-a-Lago security footage identified as former White House employee, source says

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