A hydrogen fuels plant is in the works at Pittsburgh International. NewsRadio KDKA's Timira Rush has details:

Natural gas producer CNX Resources  plans to build a $1.5 billion facility at Pittsburgh's airport  but only if President Joe Biden’s administration allows coal mine methane to qualify for tax credits that are central to the Democrat's plan to fight climate change. Darrin Kelly, president of the Allegheny/Fayette Central Labor Council tells KDKA Radio it's the most significant energy project in years. The facility is likely to face scrutiny from clean energy and climate change activists.

A hydrogen fuels plant is in the works at Pittsburgh International. NewsRadio KDKA's Timira Rush has details:
Natural gas producer CNX Resources  plans to build a $1.5 billion facility at Pittsburgh's airport  but only if President Joe Biden’s administration allows coal mine methane to qualify for tax credits that are central to the Democrat's plan to fight climate change. Darrin Kelly, president of the Allegheny/Fayette Central Labor Council tells KDKA Radio it's the most significant energy project in years. The facility is likely to face scrutiny from clean energy and climate change activists.

Natural gas producer CNX Resources plans to build a $1.5 billion facility at PIT...A new quarterly report from a tech company has good news for local restaurant owners....and Anthrocon is back, and in a big way.

Former Allegheny County coroner Cyril Wecht died today at the age of 93. The pathologist became nationally known as a vocal critic of the Warren Commission report on the assassination of President Kennedy. The Squirrel Hill resident served as county coroner from 1970 until 1980 and county commissioner from 1980 until 1984. in a 2020 interview, Dr. Wecht told KDKA Radio's Larry Richert why he wanted to be a pathologist:

The Post-Gazette obituary says Dr. Wecht performed approximately 21,000 autopsies.

Former Allegheny County coroner Cyril Wecht died today at the age of 93. The pathologist became nationally known as a vocal critic of the Warren Commission report on the assassination of President Kennedy. The Squirrel Hill resident served as county coroner from 1970 until 1980 and county commissioner from 1980 until 1984. in a 2020 interview, Dr. Wecht told KDKA Radio's Larry Richert why he wanted to be a pathologist:
The Post-Gazette obituary says Dr. Wecht performed approximately 21,000 autopsies.

Dr. Cyril Wecht dies at the age of 93...One woman is dead and two others are wounded in a shooting outside of a Fayette County restaurant....and a fixture on Pittsburgh television has died.

A man who last saw a missing Millvale woman is accused of stealing her identity. NewsRadio KDKA's Suzie Cool has the story:

Anthony Proctor is facing identity theft and other charges, accused of using Tracy Scanlon's state benefits card at a Sam's Club in the Harrisburg area. Scanlon has been missing since late February and authorities say the case is now a homicide investigation. Police say she was living temporarily with Proctor. When he was arrested, officers say Proctor denied knowing Scanlon, but a witness says they saw the pair together in public. Proctor fatally shot a man in Pittsburgh in 1994 and was convicted of third-degree murder. He was also found guilty of simple assault and reckless endangerment in 2010. So far, no homicide charges in the Harrisburg homicide case. Suzie Cool, NewsRadio KDKA.

A man who last saw a missing Millvale woman is accused of stealing her identity. NewsRadio KDKA's Suzie Cool has the story:
Anthony Proctor is facing identity theft and other charges, accused of using Tracy Scanlon's state benefits card at a Sam's Club in the Harrisburg area. Scanlon has been missing since late February and authorities say the case is now a homicide investigation. Police say she was living temporarily with Proctor. When he was arrested, officers say Proctor denied knowing Scanlon, but a witness says they saw the pair together in public. Proctor fatally shot a man in Pittsburgh in 1994 and was convicted of third-degree murder. He was also found guilty of simple assault and reckless endangerment in 2010. So far, no homicide charges in the Harrisburg homicide case. Suzie Cool, NewsRadio KDKA.

Case of missing Millvale woman now a homicide investigation in Harrisburg...Governor Shapiro plans to sign ban on using hand held cell phones while driving...North Allegheny senior one of 161 students in U.S. named as Presidential Scholars

First responders were called to the scene of a fatal accident last night on the Boulevard of the Allies. The collision between a vehicle and a motorcycle happened just after 9:30 p.m. near UPMC Mercy. A Clairton man riding the cycle was taken to the ER in grave condition. 33-year-old  Donte Hairston, died a short time later.

First responders were called to the scene of a fatal accident last night on the Boulevard of the Allies. The collision between a vehicle and a motorcycle happened just after 9:30 p.m. near UPMC Mercy. A Clairton man riding the cycle was taken to the ER in grave condition. 33-year-old  Donte Hairston, died a short time later.

A fatal motorcycle accident on the Boulevard of the Alllies....A bus company lays off dozens of workers in Westmoreland County...and the warmer weather is playing a role in surging seasonal allergies.

The video of the man pulling a gun on a pastor during his Sunday sermon in North Braddock has been seen all over the country. As News Radio KDKA's Paul Alexander reports, police say Bernard Polite's Sunday was actually worse before he made it to the church. 

Polite was arrested and charged with attempted homicide after he pulled a gun and attempted to shoot a pastor during his sermon at a North Braddock church. on Sunday. Now he has been charged with the murder of his cousin. Allegheny County Police say Polite shot and killed 56 year old Derek Polite around 10 o'clock Sunday morning in the residence they shared in North Braddock. Allegheny County Police Superintendent Christopher Kearns says they don't have a motive at this time but they do have significant evidence. 

Polite is being held in the Allegheny County Jail awaiting his preliminary hearing. Paul Alexander, News Radio KDKA.

The video of the man pulling a gun on a pastor during his Sunday sermon in North Braddock has been seen all over the country. As News Radio KDKA's Paul Alexander reports, police say Bernard Polite's Sunday was actually worse before he made it to the church. 
Polite was arrested and charged with attempted homicide after he pulled a gun and attempted to shoot a pastor during his sermon at a North Braddock church. on Sunday. Now he has been charged with the murder of his cousin. Allegheny County Police say Polite shot and killed 56 year old Derek Polite around 10 o'clock Sunday morning in the residence they shared in North Braddock. Allegheny County Police Superintendent Christopher Kearns says they don't have a motive at this time but they do have significant evidence. 
Polite is being held in the Allegheny County Jail awaiting his preliminary hearing. Paul Alexander, News Radio KDKA.

New developments in the case of the man who pulled a gun on a pastor during his Sunday sermon at church....There's a Pittsburgh connection to the Story Daniels testimony...and a warning is issued after a mother bear and her three cubs were spotted in Penn Township on Monday.

The end is near for the former Froggy’s restaurant and several other dilapidated buildings in Downtown Pittsburgh. News Radio KDKA's Timira Rush has the details:

Developer Michael Troiani plans to start demolishing the structures today, the culmination of a controversial four-year battle to bring them down. Mr. Troiani said he has secured the city permits he needs to begin the demolitions of three buildings at  Market and  First Ave. Not every one is happy., Michael Sri-pras-ert, president of the Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation tells the Post Gazette  "We continue to regret the demolition of these significant historic buildings on Pittsburgh’s most historic streets, The Pittsburgh Planning Commission cleared the way in December for the buildings to be razed after the developer pitched a proposal to install four bocce courts to replace them. Live in the News Room Timira Rush News Radio, KDKA.

The end is near for the former Froggy’s restaurant and several other dilapidated buildings in Downtown Pittsburgh. News Radio KDKA's Timira Rush has the details:
Developer Michael Troiani plans to start demolishing the structures today, the culmination of a controversial four-year battle to bring them down. Mr. Troiani said he has secured the city permits he needs to begin the demolitions of three buildings at  Market and  First Ave. Not every one is happy., Michael Sri-pras-ert, president of the Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation tells the Post Gazette  "We continue to regret the demolition of these significant historic buildings on Pittsburgh’s most historic streets, The Pittsburgh Planning Commission cleared the way in December for the buildings to be razed after the developer pitched a proposal to install four bocce courts to replace them. Live in the News Room Timira Rush News Radio, KDKA.

The end is near for the former Froggy's restaurant and other dilapidated buildings Downtown...A senior care center in Banksville is closing for good...and the Pirates officially name their new dog.

A church service in North Braddock became a scary scene on Sunday when a man pulled a gun on the pastor in the middle of his sermon. Pennsylvania State Police have charged Bernard Polite, 26, of Braddock after he entered and attempted to shoot pastor Glenn Germany while the pastor was delivering a sermon at Jesus' Dwelling Place Church on Sunday just after 2 p.m. It happened in an instant and Pastor Germany found himself staring down the barrel of a gun...but thankfully...no shot was fired. Germany and another were able to keep Polite subdued until police arrived and then he was taken into custody. Polite now faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault and attempted homicide.

A church service in North Braddock became a scary scene on Sunday when a man pulled a gun on the pastor in the middle of his sermon. Pennsylvania State Police have charged Bernard Polite, 26, of Braddock after he entered and attempted to shoot pastor Glenn Germany while the pastor was delivering a sermon at Jesus' Dwelling Place Church on Sunday just after 2 p.m. It happened in an instant and Pastor Germany found himself staring down the barrel of a gun...but thankfully...no shot was fired. Germany and another were able to keep Polite subdued until police arrived and then he was taken into custody. Polite now faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault and attempted homicide.

A man pulls a gun on the pastor during a church service in North Braddock....When it comes to real estate, new numbers show Pittsburgh is the fastest growing market in the U.S....and A 4th grader from Mars Area School District finishes inside the top 10 in the Pittsburgh 5K.

Nearly 250,000 spectators are expected to take in this year's Pittsburgh Marathon events. NewsRadio KDKA's Timira Rush has the story:

[42,000 runners are expected during this weekends marathon. Tory Schooley, CEO of P3R, tells the Big K Morning show they are ready

and what  about those volunteers....

Schooley say everything kicks off today open to the public at the David L Lawrence Convention Center.  You can follow the Pittsburgh Marathon live on the official event social media @Facebook, @Twitter, and Instagram. Live in the News Room Timira Rush News Radio KDKA]

Nearly 250,000 spectators are expected to take in this year's Pittsburgh Marathon events. NewsRadio KDKA's Timira Rush has the story:
[42,000 runners are expected during this weekends marathon. Tory Schooley, CEO of P3R, tells the Big K Morning show they are ready
and what  about those volunteers....
Schooley say everything kicks off today open to the public at the David L Lawrence Convention Center.  You can follow the Pittsburgh Marathon live on the official event social media @Facebook, @Twitter, and Instagram. Live in the News Room Timira Rush News Radio KDKA]

Pittsburghers get ready for a marathon...a new era in law enforcement is about to begin...and an ongoing health care staff shortage at the Allegheny County Jail is coming to light.

Former nurse Heather Presdee entered guilty pleas this morning to three counts of first degree murder and 19 counts of attempted homicide. In all, 17 patients in five facilities died from insulin overdoses she administered. Five other victims survived. The 41-year-old serial killer was sentenced to three consecutive life terms. At least nine wrongful death lawsuits have been filed by victims' families against the nursing homes that employed Pressdee.

Former nurse Heather Presdee entered guilty pleas this morning to three counts of first degree murder and 19 counts of attempted homicide. In all, 17 patients in five facilities died from insulin overdoses she administered. Five other victims survived. The 41-year-old serial killer was sentenced to three consecutive life terms. At least nine wrongful death lawsuits have been filed by victims' families against the nursing homes that employed Pressdee.

Deputy mayor says financial challenges are real, but manageable...Extreme hoarding situation may end today in Plum Borough...Ex nurse pleads guilty to dozens of murder and attempted murder charges

A hoarding problem at home in Plum Borough has become so bad various items are piling up outside the house on Shelbourne Drive. One neighbor calls the property an absolute mess, The front door is blocked and the driveway is filled to the street. The junk has also spilled into the backyard. Plum's mayor said the borough has tried code enforcement and tickets but nothing has worked. The county's Agency on Aging can only help if the homeowner asks for it.

A hoarding problem at home in Plum Borough has become so bad various items are piling up outside the house on Shelbourne Drive. One neighbor calls the property an absolute mess, The front door is blocked and the driveway is filled to the street. The junk has also spilled into the backyard. Plum's mayor said the borough has tried code enforcement and tickets but nothing has worked. The county's Agency on Aging can only help if the homeowner asks for it.

A hoarding problem in Plum Borough has neighbors frustrated...Monroeville police are investigating car break-ins in Westmoreland County...and Commonwealth Court overturns the dismissal of a lawsuit filed to block the removal of the Columbus statue in Schenley Park.

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