Public Safety Events
Summary
Outdoor events across Allegheny County were called off on Friday because of bad air quality from wildfire smoke, but things are looking up for the weekend. If the smoke clears out, you'll likely be able to safely head back outside and enjoy your plans.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 11
- Last 30 days
- 11
Impact analysis
Local event organizers and vendors took a sudden hit when Friday's activities were scrapped.
Weekend warriors and outdoor enthusiasts win if the air finally clears up.
People who had plans on Friday and local businesses relying on that foot traffic.
Mentions & discussions (12)
Operation STEEL: Police conduct active shooter training at PNC Park
Pennsylvania State Police troopers and members of the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police conducted an active shooter training exercise at PNC Park as part of “Operation STEEL.”
Woman finds bullet holes, damage inside her Pittsburgh home
A woman in Pittsburgh’s Sheraden neighborhood says she was shaken after waking up Wednesday morning to find bullet holes and damage inside her home on Stanhope Street.
Elizabeth Township Police renew urgent request for help finding 2 missing teens
The Elizabeth Township Police Department is renewing an urgent request for the public’s help finding two missing teenagers who have been gone for more than three days.
Trial begins for man accused of killing McKeesport officer Sean Sluganski
The man accused of killing McKeesport Officer Sean Sluganski is going to trial as his defense prepares to argue he was experiencing PTSD.
2 people shot in North Braddock
Two people were shot in North Braddock on Friday.
Shooting in Butler under investigation
Two people were injured in a shooting in Butler on West North Street on Thursday, authorities said.
Second stabbing in as many nights under investigation on Pittsburgh's South Side
An investigation is underway after a second stabbing incident in as many nights in Pittsburgh's South Side neighborhood. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer shares the latest details.
Pittsburgh community leaders call for South Side bar's closure after stabbing
Community leaders are calling for the closure of Capo's, a bar in Pittsburgh's South Side neighborhood, following a stabbing that left a person in critical condition. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer reports.
Local police department warns residents of misinformation promoting fraudulent Halloween event
The Borough of Crafton Police Department is warning residents about an apparent scam involving a fraudulent Halloween event listed online.
Police investigating porch fire at Pittsburgh bishop's residence
Police are investigating a porch fire set at the bishop's residence in Pittsburgh.
City of Pittsburgh unveils the first outdoor, public AED downtown
The installation honors the legacy of the Freedom House Ambulance Service and its founding member, John Moon.
Allegheny County, Pittsburgh nix Friday events, but smoke may clear Saturday
Allegheny County, Pittsburgh nix Friday events, but smoke may clear Saturday Pittsburgh's Public Source
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