police searching for suspect after Indiana County vehicle pursuit
INDIANA COUNTY, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police are asking for the public's help in identifying the driver that fled the scene of a vehicle pursuit Saturday evening in Indiana County.
According to a press release, a state trooper was conducting speed enforcement along Wayne Avenue in White Township when they observed a black Dodge Journey SUV traveling northbound going 66 mph in a 35 mph zone.
State police say they attempted to conduct a traffic stop, but the suspect failed to yield to the patrol unit's lights and sirens.
Bank of America Institute examines 5 'breakthrough AI technologies'
(TND) — The Bank of America Institute published a report on "five breakthrough AI technologies leading the way."
These hold the potential to accelerate the artificial intelligence revolution, according to the researchers.
This was the first in a series of seven categories the Bank of America Institute will examine in its new "Next Gen Tech" series.
The report outlined five areas of AI:
end-device AIenriched simulationsknowledge graphshyperdimensional computingartificial general intelligenceThe overall series is intended to shed light on technologies that will transform the world, according to the Bank of America Institute.
Tornado rips roof off Pennsylvania church with congregation inside
Union Township, PA (CNN) — A tornado tore the roof off of a Pennsylvania church over the weekend while people were gathered inside for a service.
Video shows the confirmed tornado that violently tore through neighborhoods, ripping off roofs and uprooting massive trees in Union Township.
Crossroads Ministries Church was having a service when the tornado came barreling their way.
Pastor Ken Barner says about 100 people, including babies, were inside at the time.
Over 100 employees at Chan Soon-Shiong receive first dose of COVID-19 vaccine
WINDBER, Pa. (WJAC) — Hospitals in our region have started distributing Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine. Friday morning, healthcare workers from Chan Soon-Shiong medical center received the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Nurse and Director of Acute Care, Christine Spinos was first in line.
“I was very excited to get it. We have been looking forward to it and it’s wonderful that the hospital had the opportunity to be on the first shipments for the vaccine.
Steelers, DT Alualu agree to two-year deal
Pittsburgh, Pa (WJAC) — After having a "change of heart" and deciding to forgo signing with the Jacksonville Jaguars, free agent defensive lineman Tyson Alualu has agreed to a two-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to a team release.
"He's got a lot of talent, got a lot of ability. He's big. He's strong. He does a good job for us. He's smart. He does well with his teammates. He fulfills that part of our defense that we need very, very much when we run the type of defense that we run,"
Temple University says acting president JoAnne A. Epps has died after collapsing on stage
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Temple University acting president JoAnne A. Epps has died after collapsing at a memorial service Tuesday afternoon, the university said.
Epps was transported to Temple University Hospital, where she was pronounced dead around 3:15 p.m. Tuesday, the university said. She was 72.
"There are no words that can describe the gravity and sadness of this loss," board chairman Mitchell Morgan said in a statement. "President Epps was a devoted servant and friend who represented the best parts of Temple.
Penn State put up display to shed light on habit of sexual assault victim blaming
UNIVERSITY PARK – Penn State is hosting events this week as a part of national Sexual Assault Prevention Month. The university is hosting its own sexual violence and awareness week, this week -- trying to shed light on the habit of victim blaming.
One exhibit is really getting people's attention. People walking through the student center at Penn State this week will likely notice a display of clothes, presented by the university's gender equity center.
Penn State suspends fraternity for 4 years following investigation into hazing allegations
University Park, PA (WJAC) — Penn State announced Tuesday that it has suspended the Delta Theta chapter of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity following an investigation into hazing allegations.
University officials say the fraternity was placed on interim suspension in August and following the conclusion of the investigation, the fraternity has been suspended through the fall of 2027.
We hold the health and safety of students as our highest priority and take all allegations of hazing seriously.