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:
10 oldest active NFL players in the league, right now
"Football takes a heavy toll on the body. That's especially true in the NFL, where crushing hits can impact the longevity of even the sturdiest athletes." Continue Reading
BUC NOTES-Hayes hurt, Pirates lose in Chicago
"It was an outcome that seemed less relevant after the injury to Ke'Bryan Hayes." Continue Reading
Re-signing Big Ben chosen as Steelers least favorite offseason decision
"Teams around the NFL this offseason have been making moves that have left people scratching their heads in confusion." Continue Reading
Bruins score 7 ending Pens 5-game winning streak
"Bruins explode for five goals in the second period to beat the Pens 7-5 in Boston Saturday afternoon." Continue Reading
Sean Davis leaves Steelers again
"Originally a Steelers second round pick, who left and then came back last season, Sean Davis has left again, signing a one-year deal with the Indianapolis Colts." Continue Reading
Local:
Biden announces $2 trillion infrastructure plan in Pittsburgh
"Biden spoke at the Carpenters Pittsburgh Training Center across from Settler's Ridge off the Parkway West Wednesday afternoon." Continue Reading
Pitt moves to Elevated risk posture, implements shelter-in-place period
"The University of Pittsburgh is escalating their main campus to the Elevated risk posture and implementing a shelter-in-place period amid increasing COVID-19 cases among students." Continue Reading
Pittsburgh named a top destination for remote workers
"Remote work has become more prevalent, especially in the past year, but how do certain cities fare when it comes to accommodating their at-home workforce?" Continue Reading
Primanti Bros. offering free beer on Monday
"On Monday, April 5 Pennsylvania locations are offering the free beer while supplies last." Continue Reading
Two new Allegheny County grocery stores join WIC program
"Two Allegheny County grocery stores have been added as authorized vendors for the WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) program." Continue Reading
State:
John Fetterman raises nearly $4 million towards U.S. Senate bid
"Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman says he has raised more money for his U.S. Senate bid than any other candidate in history." Continue Reading
Adults 16 and older can get COVID vaccine in PA beginning April 19
"Big changes are coming to Pennsylvania's COVID vaccine rollout." Continue Reading
Bill to limit cell phone use while driving in Pennsylvania
"State lawmakers will soon consider a bill that would limit cell phone use while driving." Continue Reading
Pennsylvania enters April with 5.3 million vaccines administered
"The fight against the spread of COVID-19 continues, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has administered over 5.3 million doses of the vaccine." Continue Reading
PA reminding residents REAL ID enforcement begins in October
"The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) wants to remind Pennsylvania residents of the importance of getting their REAL IDs before their enforcement begins Oct. 1." Continue Reading
National:
COVID-19 was 3rd leading cause of death in the US last year
"Coronavirus was the third leading cause of death in the United States in 2020, according to a new report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention." Continue Reading
CDC says fully vaccinated people can travel in the US
"Fully vaccinated Americans have now been given the all clear to travel again." Continue Reading
US sees record number of pandemic travelers even as cases rising
"Despite pleas from public health officials for Americans to continue to stay close to home, people are heading to the airport at the highest rates in over a year." Continue Reading
U.S. Capitol on lockdown after shots fired
"The U.S. Capitol is on lockdown after reports of gunshots in the area." Continue Reading
