FBI RELEASES PROFILE OF 'BOBMING' SUSPECT

"We believe the unsub [unknown subject] is a local, since Pittsburgh was spelled correctly even though 'bomb' was not," spokesman says. "Also, the individual knows how to drive an automatic transmission van and enjoys fast food. So we've narrowed it down to about 87% of the local population."

STEELERS WINNERS AND LOSERS: PITTSBURGH/KANSAS CITY

Winners: Keenan Lewis

Losers: Winning ugly - and I mean UGLY

MOCKINGBURGH POLL: THE NEW CATHOLIC MASS

On Nov. 27, the Catholic Church introduced new Mass prayers and responses that more closely match the original Latin translation. What did you mess up on?

13% - I kept saying, "And also with you"

87% - I mumbled my way through "consubstantiatial"

OBITUARY: "BLACKIE" URSUS / YOUNG BEAR HAD ONLY RECENTLY MOVED TO ALLEGHENY COUNTY

"Blackie" Ursus, a lifelong resident of Pennsylvania, died suddenly on November 22 in the town of Fawn. She was three years old.

The cause was a gunshot wound to the chest, according to family members.

Born in Potter County in 2008, Blackie enjoyed outdoor activities as a cub. "I think Potter County was a little too tame for her," his mother said today. "And I encouraged her to leave. I think she was looking for a little more excitement in a bigger town."

"Everybody was scared when she first moved in, but she turned out to be a sweetie," said a neighborhood raccoon. "She could really sniff out food. We tried to help her keep a low profile, but it's kinda hard when you're that big."

"We're all going to miss her. A few of the squirrels are having a really hard time with it because they saw her get shot."

In addition to her mother, Blackie is survived by a twin sister and several younger siblings. Funeral arrangements are incomplete, and are being handled by the Game Commission.

MOCKINGBURGH POLL: THE MAYOR'S CALL FOR FRANCO TO RESIGN

After Franco Harris voiced support for former Penn State coach Joe Paterno earlier this week, Pittsburgh mayor Luke Ravenstahl wrote an email to the Steelers legend saying, "It is my ethical and moral responsibility to recognize that you are no longer a suitable representative for any organization, let alone ours, and demand that you resign immediately from the Board of the Pittsburgh Promise." What do you think of the mayor's opinion?

87% - I see we are entering the witch-hunt phase

13% - He's just mad Franco's son ran against him for mayor

PA WILDLIFE FIRES GAME COMMISSION MANAGEMENT TEAM, HIRES DCNR

Game Commission out; "We felt they did not represent our best interests," spokesdeer says


HARRISBURG - Ending a business relationship that began in 1895, the Pennsylvania wildlife union announced today that it will no longer be represented by the Game Commission. The Commonwealth's animals have signed with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources instead.

"We've always had a tense relationship," said an ten-point buck from wildlife management unit 3B. "They did a lot for us at the beginning, when they protected us from being wiped out. But we seem to be at odds more and more. Our membership felt a change was needed."

One bone of contention is proposed changes to game law. "They come up with ideas, and they ask for comment," the buck said. "Somehow we never get those memos. But hunters get to chime in all the time.

"The final straw for us, though, was the proposal for Sunday hunting. Again, nobody asked us. We'd like to be able to take a walk in the woods without being shot at every single day. A few hikers are on our side, but we just feel the fix is in with the game people."

The wildlife union considered hiring the state police and Department of Environmental Protection before settling on the Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources. "We liked the fact that the troopers could arrest people, but they can't be everywhere all the time," the spokesman said. "And Environmental Protection, well, we think they're just too busy with gas drilling to pay much attention to us."

DCNR agent Robert Brenneman welcomed the state's wild birds and mammals. "We are serious about conservation. We've already put up "100-foot safety zones" where animals can run to if they are being hunted. That should have an immediate effect for the upcoming rifle seasons. We have a lot more plans for 2012 too. I think our clients will be really happy."

"We're looking forward to DNCR's proposals," the whitetail deer said. "Most of us are about to hibernate or go south for the winter, but we look forward to better, longer lives ahead. It looks like we now have a friend in Pennsylvania."

STEELERS WINNERS AND LOSERS: PITTSBURGH/CINCINNATI

Winners: Antonio Brown once again, the Timmons-Gay interception team

Losers: Giving up five sacks, two big mistakes by Heeeeeath, blacking out the game in central PA to show the Ravens

MOCKINGBURGH POLL: THE PENN STATE - NEBRASKA GAME

After a tumultuous week, Penn State and Nebraska met on the football field, with Nebraska winning 17-14. What did you think of the game?


87% - Both teams did a great job of recognizing the seriousness of the situation while still going on with the business at hand

13% - So, is it OK to go back to criticizing Penn State's offense now?

LASCH FAMILY CONSIDERS NAME CHANGE TO DISTANCE THEMSELVES FROM PENN STATE SCANDAL

"They didn't sign up for this when they named the football facility," family attorney says. "They are thinking about changing their name to something less controversial, like Madoff."

STEELERS WINNERS AND LOSERS: PITTSBURGH/BALTIMORE

Winners: Antonio Brown, James Harrison, and, to a lesser extent, Heeeeeath

Losers: Allowing a 4th down conversion with one minute left, allowing a touchdown with eight seconds left, Ray Lewis, NBC's frequent shots of Ray Lewis, throwback uniforms

GRAND JURY REVEALS PENN STATE'S OFFICIAL REACTION TO 2002 JERRY SANDUSKY ALLEGATIONS

MOCKINGBURGH POLL: WQED'S ALL-PLEDGE CHANNEL

New channel 13.4 will broadcast old pledge drives all the time, with real-time phone lines open for making contributions. What do you think of this?


13% - Do you know when those Irish dancers will be on?

87% - I thought WQED already was all-pledge all the time

TROY POLAMALU ADDS TO HOMER SIMPSON'S 'THREE PHRASES THAT GET YOU THROUGH LIFE'

Homer's list:
1) "Cover for me."
2) "It was like that when I found it."
3) Ooh, good idea, boss."

Troy's helpful phrase:
"Whatever is going to get me in trouble, I'm saying the opposite."