PITTSBURGH (100.1 FM and AM 1020 KDKA) — Take a look back at some of the week's biggest headlines, coming in locally, statewide, nationally, and from the sports realm.
Sports:
Hell yeah! JuJu is back, and delivers middle finger to Ravens
"JuJu Smith-Schuster is back with the Steelers, delivering a middle finger to the Ravens in the process." Continue Reading
Man lucks out, finds Taillon's duffle bag at Goodwill
"You never know what you'll find at a thrift store." Continue Reading
Steelers grant permission for Steven Nelson to seek trade
"According to a report, the Steelers have granted permission to cornerback Steven Nelson to look for a trade." Continue Reading
Pens with 42 shots in loss to Devils
"A mix of the Devils new and old guys took advantage of opportunities for a 3-2 Jersey win and now two straight losses for the Pens." Continue Reading
Deshaun Watson faces spate of sexual misconduct allegations as lawsuits mount
"Seven lawsuits have been filed against Deshaun Watson alleging sexual assault or harassment by the Texans' quarterback, and attorneys for those women say at least another five cases will be filed." Continue Reading
Local:
Allegheny County Health Department to expand vaccine eligibility
"The Allegheny County Health Department is expanding the scope of those eligible for COVID-19 vaccinations at their sites." Continue Reading
Thousands to return to PNC Park for second COVID vaccine shot
"Thursday and Friday (March 18-19) will see over 6,000 people return to PNC Park as part of an Allegheny Health Network COVID-19 vaccination clinic." Continue Reading
City of Pittsburgh extends tax filing deadline
"Following both the IRS and the state of Pennsylvania, the City of Pittsburgh has extended the personal income tax filing deadline to May 17, 2021." Continue Reading
Allegheny County Executive Defends Health Department's Change in Vaccine Policy
"Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald is defending the County Health Department's updated COVID vaccine policy." Continue Reading
Two positive COVID cases put Saint Wendelin School into remote learning
"The Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh says Saint Wendelin School in Butler will utilize remote learning following the second positive COVID-19 case." Continue Reading
State:
Wolf extends license to carry firearms permits for sixth time
"For the sixth time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Tom Wolf has extended the expiration of license to carry permits in Pennsylvania." Continue Reading
Amendment added to radar gun use bill in Pennsylvania raises concerns over State Police
"A bill that would allow speeding enforcement for local police has received the blessing of the Pennsylvania House Transportation Committee with a 25-0 vote." Continue Reading
Some state leaders continue push for PA minimum wage increase
"Pennsylvania's Department of Labor and Industry called for a minimum wage increase Thursday, as hearings continue in Harrisburg on Governor Tom Wolf's budget proposal." Continue Reading
Gov. Wolf: Teacher vaccinations in Pennsylvania ahead of schedule
"The Pennsylvania Health Department says their effort to vaccinate educators and child care workers is moving ahead of schedule." Continue Reading
7 warnings, 2 notice of violations given to local businesses after weekend compliance checks
"Pennsylvania State Police Liquor Control Enforcement (BLCE) Officers held 407 compliance checks to licensed liquor businesses across the state over the weekend, including 77 checks in the Pittsburgh area." Continue Reading
National:
Sheriff's deputy under fire after saying Atlanta shooter had 'a bad day'
"A Georgia sheriff's deputy and the primary spokesperson for the Tuesday night shooting at three Atlanta-area massage businesses that left eight people dead, six of whom were of Asian descent, is facing outrage after saying shooting suspect was having 'a really bad day.'" Continue Reading
Number of Flu cases remains incredibly low, local health experts say
"One of the few bright spots during this pandemic is the fact that flu cases throughout the state remain incredibly low." Continue Reading
Scientist behind COVID-19 shot working on cancer vaccine that could be available in 'a couple of years'
"The leading scientist who helped create the coronavirus vaccine is now using the similar technology to fight cancer." Continue Reading
Transmission of COVID is 'rare in schools' with mask mandates, social distancing guidelines, study finds
"Good mitigation efforts are the key to keeping COVID-19 cases to a rare minimum in schools -- according to a new study." Continue Reading
'Words have consequences': President Biden reflects on Atlanta shootings
"Spelling out that "words have consequences," President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris gave emotional remarks in Atlanta on Friday following a deadly mass shooting incident there earlier this week." Continue Reading
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