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:
Fully vaccinated people don't need mask at PNC Park anymore
“No more masks for fully vaccinated fans at PNC Park.” Continue Reading
Penguins to continue mask policy at PPG Paints Arena
“With the recent announcement from the CDC that fully vaccinated individuals no longer need to wear a mask in certain situations and environments, many companies have begun relaxing their mask mandate.” Continue Reading
'Sponge' Harris impressive at Steelers rookie camp
“For Najee Harris, playing football for the Steelers shares some similarities with his time at Alabama. But he still has a few things to learn.” Continue Reading
Local:
No mask at Kennywood for fully vaccinated
“Visitors to Kennywood Park who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no longer have to wear a mask.” Continue Reading
Kasperowicz vows to disprove 'lies,' sues Pine-Richland for defamation of character
“Ousted football coach Eric Kasperowicz is fighting back.” Continue Reading
CMU to require all students to get COVID vaccine
“Carnegie Mellon University is requiring ‘all enrolled students to be vaccinated for COVID-19, effective this fall semester.’” Continue Reading
Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh to relax mask mandate for fully vaccinated individuals
“On Thursday, the CDC announced that fully vaccinated people do not need to continue to wear masks in certain settings and situations.” Continue Reading
Giant Eagle staying the course, still requiring masks
“Despite the CDC's indoor permissions for fully vaccinated residents, Giant Eagle announced Thursday that they'll be staying the course for the time being, at least for masks.” Continue Reading
State:
$15 hourly minimum wage proposed for hospitality workers in Pennsylvania
“Pennsylvania State Representative Patty Kim of the 103rd Legislative District wants to change the way people are paid in the hospitality industry.” Continue Reading
PA moves to 9th in nation with 54% of population vaccinated
“The Pennsylvania Department of Health has provided an update to the state’s vaccination numbers and they continue to improve.” Continue Reading
State: PA businesses still decide mask policy
“On Thursday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated their guidance to say that fully vaccinated people do not have to wear a mask in most indoor situations.” Continue Reading
National:
Biden to Americans: 'get vaccinated or wear a mask until you do'
“On Thursday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said those who have been fully vaccinated can go without wearing a mask in many indoor settings.” Continue Reading
McDonald's to raise hourly wages for over 36,500 employees
“McDonald’s has announced they will be raising hourly wages for more than 36,500 employees at McDonald’s-owned restaurants by an average of 10 percent.” Continue Reading
Walmart and Sam's Club to offer Pfizer vaccine for 12-15 year-olds
“Earlier this week, the FDA and CDC authorized the use of the Pfizer vaccine for adolescents aged 12-15.” Continue Reading
Disney World plans 'gradual adjustments' to ease COVID restrictions for guests
“Not 24 hours after the CDC announced the new no-mask normal, Disney World has announced on its blog that it will be easing up on COVID-19 restrictions by making "gradual adjustments" throughout its parks, including phasing out temperature checks across the chain.” Continue Reading