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Mon Wharf Closed; Flood Watch Continues

Melting snow and expected rain means flooding is a real possibility in parts of Western Pennsylvania over the next few days.

Published: Fri, 12 Mar 2010 06:56:40 EST

Cops Return To Nightclub In Roethlisberger Investigation

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation goes back to the Capital City nightclub as it continues to look into a young woman's claim of sexual assault by Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger.

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:36:28 EST

Landslides Close McArdle Roadway, Greentree Road

A landslide closed parts of McArdle Roadway and Greentree Road in the city of Pittsburgh to traffic.

Published: Fri, 12 Mar 2010 07:15:07 EST

Team 4 Investigates Small Smiles Dental Clinic

Imagine being told your young child has seven cavities -- but when you get a second opinion, you find out he really has none.

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:09:54 EST

Notre Dame Sends Pitt Packing From Big East Tourney

Luke Harangody hits three key free throws in the final two minutes, helping Notre Dame hold off No. 16 Pittsburgh 50-45 in the Big East tournament quarterfinals Thursday night.

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 22:02:47 EST

Flooding Concerns Close Mon Wharf Until Further Notice

The Pittsburgh Parking Authority is closing the Mon Wharf until further notice because of flooding concerns

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:43:01 EST

Would-Be Burglar Had Neighbor's Underwear In Mind

A man who was spotted trying to break into his female neighbor's apartment Tuesday night in Ohioville, Beaver County, said he was trying to steal the woman's underwear.

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:49:22 EST

Try Different Stretches To Prevent ACL Tears

Torn ACLs affect about 100,000 people who blow out their knees each year, and Channel 4 Action News anchor Michelle Wright tried to find out how to prevent it -- but she learned that the traditional way of stretching out before exercising will just make it worse.

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:28:40 EST

Jury Hears About Dad's 'Strange' Crying In Frozen Toddler Trial

While police investigated the disappearance of 23-month-old Nyia Page, her father, William, seemed to be crying without any tears on his face -- and it aroused the suspicion of an Allegheny County homicide detective.

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:58:59 EST

Father Proclaims 12-Year-Old Homicide Suspect's Innocence

Jordan Brown was just 11 years old when police said he shot and killed his father's pregnant fiancée.

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:41:20 EST

Pittsburgh Teen Carries Torch Of Life Through Downtown

A Pittsburgh teenager carries the Torch of Life through downtown to raise organ donor awareness.

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:55:21 EST

Closing Arguments Continue In Pa. Corruption Trial

Closing arguments will continue Friday in a Harrisburg courtroom in the trial of former state Rep. Mike Veon and three former staffers.

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:57:21 EST

1 Person Dead After Derry Apartment Fire

One of two people who were rescued from a fire at a pair of residential buildings in Derry Borough has died.

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:51:22 EST

Arson Possible In Mt. Washington Bike Shop/Apartment Fire

The city of Pittsburgh Arson Squad is investigating a fire at an apartment building and bike shop in Mt. Washington Thursday morning.

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:08:58 EST

Jordan Miles Case Sparks Call For Change

A public hearing is held as community members express their disdain for police conduct involving an 18-year-old performing arts student.

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:31:56 EST

Defense Rests Without Testimony By Veon, Others

Four defendants in the Harrisburg legislative corruption trial wrap up their case Wednesday without taking the stand, and jurors will soon begin deliberations in a proceeding that already has stretched on for nearly six weeks.

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:28:01 EST

Wolf Attack? Slippery Rock Native Dead In Alaska

An autopsy has concludes that Candice Berner, a teacher who was originally from Slippery Rock and was found dead in a small community, was killed by animals. Alaska State Troopers say wolves are the likely suspect. The Alaska Medical Examiner's office will do an autopsy on Candice Berner, a teacher who was originally from Slippery Rock and was found dead in a small community.

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:27:16 EST

Agent: Colon Not A Witness To Alleged Roethlisberger Sex Assault

Pittsburgh Steelers tackle Willie Colon was with teammate Ben Roethlisberger on the night the quarterback was accused of sexual assault in a Georgia club, but did not witness anything, Colon's agent said Wednesday.

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:40:53 EST

Robert Morris Wins NEC Title, Advances To NCAA Tourney

Robert Morris captures its second consecutive NEC title with a victory over the Quinnipiac Bobcats. (SLIDESHOW INSIDE)

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:43:25 EST

Duquesne To Rip Down Old Building, Build New Suite Dorms

Duquesne University will begin construction of a new residence hall on its Pittsburgh campus in spring 2011.

Published: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:04:04 EST