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October 30, 2013 / Old crime

Possible ‘Mad Butcher’ victims in McKees Rocks

A search of other cars in the yard turned up two more bodies, also headless.

Look at the picturesPossible ‘Mad Butcher’ victims in McKees Rocks

October 28, 2013 / People

Bill Cullen, ‘a broadcaster’s broadcaster’

With his boyish face, horn-rimmed spectacles and engaging personality, Pittsburgh native Bill Cullen became the the dean of game show hosts.

Look at the picturesBill Cullen, ‘a broadcaster’s broadcaster’

October 25, 2013 / People

Stanley Turrentine, Pittsburgh-born jazz great

Stanley Turrentine grew up around music.

Look at the picturesStanley Turrentine, Pittsburgh-born jazz great

October 23, 2013 / People

David Lawrence, Pittsburgh visionary, political genius and leader

Lawrence was born in 1889, in Pittsburgh, only 75 feet from where the old Block house stood.

Look at the picturesDavid Lawrence, Pittsburgh visionary, political genius and leader

October 21, 2013 / Old crime

The death of Pretty Boy Floyd

Ellen Conkle was alone in her isolated farmhouse when she heard a knock at the door.

Look at the picturesThe death of Pretty Boy Floyd

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