July 31, 2023 1:41 pm
(WPXI) – Actor Paul Reubens, best known for portraying his character Pee-wee Herman, has died, according to a statement shared on Monday. He was 70. In a statement posted on his official Instagram page, Reubens shared an apology for not going public with the health struggles he’s faced in the last several years. In the post, his representatives said he had been battling cancer. “Last night we said farewell to Paul Reubens, an iconic American actor, comedian, writer and producer whose beloved character Pee-wee Herman delighted generations of children and adults with his positivity, whimsy and belief in the importance of kindness,” a caption on the statement read. “Paul bravely and privately fought cancer for years with his trademark tenacity and wit. A gifted and prolific talent, he will forever live in the comedy pantheon and in our hearts as a treasured friend and man of remarkable character and generosity of spirit.” (Photo: ABC)
July 31, 2023 8:46 am
Authorities say a Detroit, Michigan man is in custody, accused of stabbing a passenger on a Greyhound Bus that was traveling on the Parkway East Sunday night around ten-thirty. State Police say 18-year-old Javon Garrett was allegedly harassing other passengers on the bus, when he pulled out a knife and stabbed Cozell McQueen in the neck multiple times. Troopers say the bus driver pulled the bus over near Penn Hills and Garrett was taken into custody. He and McQueen were both taken to an area hospital where McQueen died from his injuries. Garrett suffered injuries to his hand. According to the complaint, passengers told state police Garrett attacked McQueen without any provocation while the two were seated next to each other..
July 31, 2023 5:01 am
MIAMI (AP) — The property manager of Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate has made his first court appearance on charges in the classified documents case against the former president. Carlos De Oliveira did not enter a plea Monday because he has not found a Florida-based attorney to represent him. De Oliveira was added last week to the indictment with Trump and the Republican ex-president’s valet, Walt Nauta. De Oliveira faces charges including conspiracy to obstruct justice and lying to investigators. The judge read De Oliveira the charges against him and ordered him to turn over his passport and sign an agreement to pay $100,000 if he doesn’t appear in court. Arraignment is scheduled Aug. 10 in Fort Pierce.
July 31, 2023 4:59 am
ATLANTA (AP) — A Georgia prosecutor is expected to seek a grand jury indictment in the coming weeks in her investigation into efforts by Donald Trump and his allies to overturn the former president’s 2020 election loss. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis began investigating more than two years ago, shortly after a recording was released of a January 2021 phone call Trump made to Georgia’s secretary of state. Willis has strongly hinted that any indictment would come between July 31 and August 18.
July 31, 2023 4:57 am
PHOENIX (AP) — Parts of the U.S. are continuing to sizzle as July creeps toward setting a record for the hottest month ever recorded. Phoenix led the way Sunday, hitting its 31st consecutive day of at least 110 degrees Fahrenheit, or 43.3 Celsius. The National Weather Service says the temperature climbed to a high of 111 Fahrenheit before the day was through. Some slight relief may be on the way as seasonal thunderstorms could drop temperatures in Phoenix on Monday and Tuesday. Meanwhile in California, a massive wildfire burning out of control in the Mojave National Preserve spread rapidly amid erratic winds. Firefighters to the south reported progress against another major blaze that prompted evacuations.
July 31, 2023 4:55 am
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine’s interior minister says Russian missiles have slammed into a central Ukrainian city and killed at least one person and likely trapped others beneath rubble. The minister said Monday that the two missiles struck an apartment building in Kryvyi Rih and destroyed a section of it between the fourth and ninth floors and a university building. Ten people were wounded. Kryvyi Rih is the hometown of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and has seldom been targeted by the Kremlin’s forces during the 17-month war. But bombardment with missiles, artillery and drones has been a hallmark of Moscow’s tactics since the full-scale invasion with some aerial attacks hitting civilian areas. Russian officials insist they only aim at legitimate military targets.
July 31, 2023 4:53 am
ROSS TOWNSHIP, Pa. — (WPXI) – Giant Eagle has issued a voluntary recall for select ground beef for potential small plastic fragments located in the meat. The recall affects items purchased from the Giant Eagle at 8080 McIntyre Square Drive in Ross Township on Saturday, July 29. Giant Eagle said there have been no reports of illness associated with the recalled products. The company also said they will be utilizing its telephone notification process to let Giant Eagle Advantage Card holders know if they purchased the items. Guests with questions may call Giant Eagle Customer Care at 1-800-553-2324 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
July 31, 2023 4:49 am
LIGONIER TOWNSHIP, Pa. — (WPXI) – Two people were hurt after a vehicle crashed into a ticket booth at Idlewild & SoakZone. Westmoreland County dispatch officials said the crash happened around 2 p.m. Authorities say the driver experienced a medical emergency at the time of the crash. One person was injured after becoming entrapped in the ticket booth. The conditions of either person hurt is unknown.
July 31, 2023 4:46 am
(WPXI) – The defense and prosecution have rested their cases in the final phase of the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting trial. The prosecution does not have any rebuttal witnesses. The next step in this phase will be closing arguments. The judge said he will go late into the night if needed to finish closings. The jury has decided that Robert Bowers, who killed 11 worshippers in a Squirrel Hill synagogue in 2018, is eligible for the death penalty. On Friday, Dr. George Corvin, a psychiatrist who examined Bowers on multiple occasions and diagnosed him with schizophrenia, returned to the stand. Corvin said that Bowers’ delusional thinking made him believe that Jews were possessed by Satan, which led to the shooting. Corvin said a history of mental illness, specifically schizophrenia, led to this distorted thinking. Bowers’ uncle and aunt also testified Friday.
July 31, 2023 2:34 am
In an effort to slow traffic on Berry Road and create a safer environment for local residents and visitors, the South Strabane Township Board of Supervisors has approved the installation of two 3-way stop sign intersections. These stop signs will be installed on Berry Road at the intersection near Kohl’s and the intersection at Old Mill. Pending weather, the stop signs will be installed on Monday, 7/31/23 by the South Strabane Township Department of Public Works. Please use caution in this area due to the new traffic calming measures. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Municipal Building at 724-225-9055.
