Allegheny County police, TSA confiscate live stun grenade at Pittsburgh International Airport
Transportation Security Administration officials observed a flash-bang grenade within a passenger's bag at the main security checkpoint.
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Transportation Security Administration officials observed a flash-bang grenade within a passenger's bag at the main security checkpoint.
TSA officers prevented more guns from making it onto a plane at Pittsburgh International Airport over the weekend.
TSA spokesperson Lisa Farbstein says there are no shortcuts when it comes to screening travelers and their belongings.
One reason for the record volume might be that flight prices dipped slightly during the holiday weekend.
TSA says the changes are designed to help cut down on lengthy wait times at the security checkpoint.
Bottles of water and firearms are the most frequently stopped items by TSA officials, but now and then agents come across the unexpected.
TSA announced changes are coming to the security checkpoints at Pittsburgh International Airport next month as a record number of people are flying.
An inert grenade and a smoke grenade were found at the checkpoint at Pittsburgh International Airport.
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A Butler County man was found to have a loaded 9mm handgun in his carry-on bag.
New technology at the Pittsburgh International Airport will increase efficiency at checkpoints, the TSA said.
The detections, which averaged 16.5 firearms per day in the first three months of the year, were marginally fewer than last year's first-quarter average of 16.8 firearms per day, the TSA said.
Officials say this is the second time the man has violated the firearms policy.
The man was found to have a loaded 9mm pistol in his carry-on bag.
TSA officers stopped more than 100 handguns at checkpoints throughout Pennsylvania airports in 2023.
"The piece of legislation that we will be introducing in the coming weeks will provide the capacity to revoke the permit to carry licenses of any individual who is caught by TSA."
This latest confiscation brings the total number of guns caught at the airport's checkpoints to 40 so far in 2023, five more than the previous record of 35 firearms in 2019.
The two guns were the fourth and fifth that have been confiscated at the checkpoint in the last eight days.
A woman on Tuesday was the second person in three days to bring a gun to the Pittsburgh International Airport.
The CLEAR program, which boasts over 130 million successfully verified passengers, employs biometric technology to verify passengers' identities.
The Transportation Security Administration said it expects a busy summer travel season this year.
In a "PSA from TSA," the agency reminded pet owners they "need to let the cat out of the bag during security screening."
The number — roughly 18 per day — is sparking concern at a time when more Americans are armed.
Of those guns taken at airport security checkpoints, 88% were loaded, the agency said.
Someone tried to board an airplane in Virginia with an electric cattle prod packed in a guitar case, the TSA said.
A dog is behind bars at the Armstrong County Jail as part of a new program that hopes to make "pawsitive" changes.
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Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
A dog is behind bars at the Armstrong County Jail as part of a new program that hopes to make "pawsitive" changes.
A father already arrested after police said his fiancée beat his 2-year-old son to death in Fayette County has been charged with homicide.
The day begins with snow but ultimately turns to rain in the afternoon.
Incumbent Sen. Bob Casey on Thursday conceded in the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania to Dave McCormick.
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Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
Sen. JD Vance's election as vice president has opened up one of Ohio's U.S. Senate seats.
Incumbent Sen. Bob Casey on Thursday conceded in the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania to Dave McCormick.
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A former Westmoreland County employee was charged with theft after detectives said he ordered unauthorized pay increases.
Gas prices in Pittsburgh are starting to fall as our travel picks up around Thanksgiving and Christmas.
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The first Von Maur department store in Pennsylvania has opened at South Hills Village.
Spirit Airlines announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot itself.
A pizzeria in Pittsburgh's Oakland neighborhood was hit with a consumer alert.
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Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
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The Steelers have lost all six Thursday night divisional road games with Tomlin as coach.
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost 24-19 to the Cleveland Browns.
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Spirit Airlines announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot itself.
Giant Eagle has opened a new grocery store in Pittsburgh's Westwood neighborhood.
The latest economic data shows consumer prices rose slightly in October, which is impacting people's holiday budgets.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
Jay Leno was badly injured in Greensburg when the 74-year-old comedian fell down a hill.
Post Malone, Jelly Roll, and Sierra Ferrell are hitting the road for 25 shows across the United States and Canada.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
The first 10 names entering the Pittsburgh Walk of Fame could be announced as soon as next fall.
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A dog is behind bars at the Armstrong County Jail as part of a new program that hopes to make "pawsitive" changes for both animals and inmates.
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The Steelers beat the Ravens 18-16 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
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Kamala Harris and Donald Trump held rallies in Pittsburgh on the eve of Election Day.
No. 4 Ohio State went to State College and came away with a win.
