PITTSBURGH (AP) — The attorney for a woman accused of hiding a gun used in the shooting death of a western Pennsylvania police officer says she could not have done so because she is afflicted with post-traumatic stress disorder and cannot enter basements like the one where the weapon was found. The Tribune-Review reports that defense attorney Adam Gorzelsky says 33-year-old Lisa Harrington alleges physical abuse as a child while locked in a basement. Harrington is charged with hindering apprehension and disposing of the weapon used to kill New Kensington officer Brian Shaw during a November 2017 traffic stop.

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania’s governor is using a portion of his annual budget address to push lawmakers to take action to address gun violence. Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf on Tuesday reiterated his support for universal background checks for sales, mandatory reporting for lost or stolen guns, and other measures. The political divisions and strong feelings that characterize the gun issue across the country are mirrored at the state Capitol. Gun safety and regulation proponents hold regular rallies and the yearly “Right to Keep and Bear Arms Rally” always draws attendees by the busload.

Pennsylvania hunters killed 4,653 black bears last year, setting a new record. The Pennsylvania Game Commission said Monday the total is far above last year’s total of 3,153. Game commission officials had sought an increase given the statewide bear population of about 20,000. An official said there were 30 days of bear hunting across all bear seasons for the first time since 1931.

Investigators say a Butler County woman took about 50-grand from a fast-food restaurant in Butler Township. Michele Krzewinski was arrested last week after allegedly adding Christopher Sweet to the payroll at the Long John Silver’s at Moraine Point Plaza. Sweet never worked a day at the restaurant, but Krzewinski would send him money while he was in prison. The 48-year-old woman was fired from Long John Silver’s this year.

Investigators say a Butler County woman took about 50-grand from a fast-food restaurant in Butler Township. Michele Krzewinski was arrested last week after allegedly adding Christopher Sweet to the payroll at the Long John Silver’s at Moraine Point Plaza. Sweet never worked a day at the restaurant, but Krzewinski would send him money while he was in prison. The 48-year-old woman was fired from Long John Silver’s this year.

Shooting suspect Dominique Jones had his hearing re-scheduled in Beaver County Central Court yesterday. Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano has more. Click on ‘play’ to hear Sandy’s report…

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WILKINSBURG, Pa. (AP) — Authorities in Allegheny County are seeking a suspect in the fatal shooting of a man who was gunned down while walking with a 5-year-old relative. Police say the 23-year-old pulled the boy out of the way of the gunfire Monday afternoon. Police say the pair were walking on Winton Street in Wilkinsburg when a male exited a four-door sedan and opened fire, shooting the victim multiple times. The victim was taken to a hospital, where he died. Two good Samaritans assisted the child, who sustained an injury when the victim yanked him out of the line of fire. No names have been released.

A New Brighton woman is behind bars, accused of stabbing a man and stealing his SUV. Eva Lally was unable to post bond yesterday after being charged with attempted homicide and aggravated assault. New Brighton police say Lally attacked the victim this past weekend during an alcohol-fueled fight at their home. She was later arrested in Moon Township after trying to flee police.

An investigation is underway into a deadly fall in Beaver Falls. Police say an 85-year-old man died yesterday when he fell 15 feet from the roof of his home in the 20th Street Extension. The victim’s has not been released.

WEATHER FORECAST FOR TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4TH, 2020

TODAY – PERIODS OF RAIN. MORNING HIGH OF 54 WITH
TEMPS FALLING TO NEAR 40.

TONIGHT – RAIN AND SNOW THIS EVENING THEN
REMAINING OVERCAST OVERNIGHT. SOME
MIXED PRECIPITATION POSSIBLE. LOW NEAR 30.

WEDNESDAY – OVERCAST. HIGH – 37.