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Community Heroes, presented by UPMC, is a KDKA initiative to honor individuals making a positive impact in their neighborhoods. Each month, we spotlight one exceptional person whose dedication and actions lift up their communities and inspire others across the Pittsburgh region. Community Heroes will be featured monthly on Pittsburgh Today Live. To nominate a Community Hero, please provide the necessary information located below. If selected, nominees will be contacted within 2-4 weeks after the nomination period closes.

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Community Heroes, presented by UPMC is a KDKA initiative to honor individuals making a positive impact in their neighborhoods. To nominate a Community Hero, please provide the necessary information located below.

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Pa. state lawmakers push to launch study to turn Penn State Fayette into military college

With a 2027 closure looming for Penn State Fayette County, some lawmakers want to potentially turn it into a senior military college.

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The DOJ published a list of "sanctuary" jurisdictions, vowing to sue them for limiting cooperation with federal immigration agents.

Aug 5

Crime down in every category in 2024, FBI report says

Murder, other violent crimes and motor vehicle thefts all declined in 2024, according to the latest report from the FBI.

Aug 5

Texas Democratic legislators flee state to protest GOP's redistricting plan

Texas Democrats fled the state Sunday, aiming to delay a plan to redraw the state's congressional map and give the GOP a bigger edge — an idea blessed by President Trump.

Aug 4

Springfield, Ohio Finds Itself In Spotlight After Donald Trump Repeats Unsubstantiated Claims During Presidential Debate

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Aug 8
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Pennsylvania attorney general looks to crackdown on robocalls

Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday has joined a national effort to crack down on robocalls.

Aug 7

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Mark Cuban and Giant Eagle announce prescription drug program partnership

Billionaire Mark Cuban was back in the Pittsburgh area, as he announced a new partnership with Giant Eagle.

Aug 6

How to get the most out of waiting until the last minute for back to school shopping

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Aug 5

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That's a wrap for this week on PTL!

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Digging deeper into Pittsburgh's continued legacy in the world of puppetry

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Aug 5

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Aug 5

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Jul 31

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Aug 8

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Aug 5

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Aug 3

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