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Questions, speculation swirl around popular ‘Star Wars’ vending machine in Pittsburgh

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By John Blinn Verified
| WPXI-TV (Pittsburgh, PA) Verified
PITTSBURGH — A beloved Star Wars vending machine in Pittsburgh is drawing a lot of questions. A “Star Wars: The Phantom Menace” promotional vending machine has sat outside the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire Station 27 for decades, becoming a hidden gem and tourist attraction. According to Visit Pittsburgh, it has been there since 1999 and contained the original promotional graphics, up until now.
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Capo’s Bar given deadline to agree to DA’s list of demands or be shut down

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By John Blinn Verified
| WPXI-TV (Pittsburgh, PA) Verified
PITTSBURGH — The District Attorney has given Capo’s Bar a deadline to agree to a list of demands designed to improve safety conditions or be shut down. Information sent by Allegheny County District Attorney Stephen Zappala’s Office said a meeting discussing possible remediation was held between the Capo’s owners and several law enforcement agencies on Tuesday morning.
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Capo’s Bar given deadline to agree to DA’s list of demands or be shut down

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By John Blinn Verified
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Follow Capo’s Bar given deadline to agree to DA’s list of demands or be shut down Tue, August 25, 2026 at 5:24 PM EDT The District Attorney has given Capo's Bar a deadline to agree to a list of demands designed to improve safety conditions or be shut down. Information sent by Allegheny County District Attorney Stephen Zappala's Office said a meeting discussing possible remediation was held between the Capo's owners and several law enforcement agencies on Tuesday morning.
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