School Officials: Weapon In Middle School Turned Out To Be Plastic Toy
A report of a gun at a middle school in McKeesport prompted an investigation on Friday, before it was discovered to be a toy.
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A report of a gun at a middle school in McKeesport prompted an investigation on Friday, before it was discovered to be a toy.
Security is being beefed up at a fire house in the city's Hazelwood neighborhood following a shooting incident.
A suspected drug deal sparked a search Thursday on the North Side.
Penn Hills schools will be open Thursday, but under tight security after a fatal shooting left a high school student dead in a parking lot.
The investigation continues after a teenager was shot and killed outside of Linton Middle School in Penn Hills Tuesday afternoon.
Police in North Versailles have made an arrest in connection with the vicious attack of a store clerk during a robbery attempt last week at the Family Dollar on Route 30.
A teenager is dead after a shooting outside of a middle school in Penn Hills Tuesday afternoon.
Workers found cannonballs at a construction site in Lawrenceville on Monday.
The Director of Code Enforcement in Wilkinsburg says about 25 vacant houses and other blighted buildings have been demolished as part of a long-term redevelopment plan going forward in the town.
Investigators are still trying to figure out what caused a massive explosion that leveled a home in Moon Township.
The Allegheny County Treasurer has announced that the Allegheny County Sheriff executed a judgement against the Pittsburgh Athletic Association.
Crews battled a fire Thursday night at a home in Bellevue.
Pittsburgh police SWAT detectives raided the New Brotherhood Motorcycle Club in Homewood just as the club announced it's shutting its doors.
An intense explosion shook a neighborhood in Moon Township this afternoon, destroying a home.
A mother from East McKeesport accused of giving her 8- and 9-year-old sons prescription drugs is now facing additional charges.
The North Versailles Fire Department EMS chief has been charged with sexually assaulting a young girl for three years.
Bill Cosby's lawyers hope to prescreen potential jurors to weed out those with opinions about the sex-assault case before jury selection begins in person.
A convicted felon wanted in connection with the death of a 3-year-old girl has been apprehended by police.
Pittsburgh Police say when 3-year-old Yasha Ross accidentally shot herself in a Mount Washington home last Sunday, her mother and two other men were in the basement smoking marijuana.
Pittsburgh Police are asking witnesses to come forward in a hit and run incident last month outside of the Carnegie Library in Sheraden that injured a little girl.
Police and the FBI are working to track down a suspect who held up a bank in Verona.
Two people were taken to the hospital Thursday evening after a two-vehicle crash near the city's Marshall-Shadeland neighbor.
For the last few months, the Monroeville Police Department has been fighting crime with technology.
Yasha Ross, 3, had her whole life ahead of her.
A mother from McCandless charged with drowning her two youngest sons in their bathtub has been found guilty of two counts of third-degree murder but mentally ill.
A former missionary with an Ohio-based ministry has pleaded guilty to federal charges of sexually abusing two boys in Haiti.
Chicago's Kyle Teel hit his second homer in two games and singled. Munetaka Murakami struck out four times.
Two people were killed in a utility terrain vehicle crash in Webster County, West Virginia, over the weekend, authorities said.
Under the program, Bordas and Bordas will donate $500 to Ronald McDonald House for every sack the Steelers record during the season.
The first day of school arrived in Monessen on Tuesday, but not every student was back in the classroom.
Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Max Iheanachor's home was burglarized last month, authorities said.
Two people were killed in a utility terrain vehicle crash in Webster County, West Virginia, over the weekend, authorities said.
Nearly 80 children reported missing in Ohio were found during a statewide operation, the U.S. Marshals Service said.
A Butler County man is in the hospital after being allegedly attacked by his own roommate with a sword.
A former missionary with an Ohio-based ministry has pleaded guilty to federal charges of sexually abusing two boys in Haiti.
Pennsylvania could hold the key to which party controls the U.S. House of Representatives after November's midterm elections.
Congressman Chris Deluzio says he's thinking about running against Sen. John Fetterman in the 2028 Democratic primary in Pennsylvania.
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.
A former staffer confirmed that Sen. John Fetterman has routinely dismissed and at times refused to do core aspects of the job.
It seems like each week we get a new story or warning about a scam over the phone or on the internet. Here's how you can avoid them.
With proposed 50% tariffs on the table, the cost of new and used cars could increase by thousands in the near future.
A new report tries to calculate how much Pennsylvanians need to earn to live what's considered a comfortable lifestyle.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
Flatland Cavalry is opening for country artist Kasey Musgraves at PPG Paints Arena on Sept. 8.
Over 100 local and national fine artists will be featured at this year's "A Fair in the Park," taking place from Sept. 11-13, 2026.
David and Heather guess the value of three items chosen from the PTL mailbox.
Daisy Jade travels to the Heinz History Center to see the new lifelike historical figures added to the World War II section.
David and Heather talk about their Labor Day weekends and taste chicken-flavored Oreos!
The Steel City Youth Football League announced disciplinary action following video that captured an on-field brawl.
Misdemeanor and summary charges have been filed against the coaches involved in a youth football brawl in Pittsburgh.
Police departments all around the country say surveillance technologies like cameras, drones, and license plate readers have proved invaluable in tracking and arresting violent criminals.
Video shows youth football coaches from Carlynton and Keystone Oaks fighting on the field during a game over the weekend.
Police public safety services are being questioned in Forward Township.
A Pittsburgh-area mother is sharing her story after she says her daughter was exposed to measles at UPMC Children's Hospital.
Pennsylvania health officials said an out-of-state person tested positive for measles and may have exposed others at a Pennsylvania Turnpike service plaza in Westmoreland County.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
For the first time since 1991, Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles.
Chicago's Kyle Teel hit his second homer in two games and singled. Munetaka Murakami struck out four times.
Under the program, Bordas and Bordas will donate $500 to Ronald McDonald House for every sack the Steelers record during the season.
Jerry Sandusky was scheduled to appear in court remotely for a hearing on a claim that an accuser would recant allegations that Sandusky sexually abused him.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are partnering with Pittsburgh Public Schools to give every student two free tickets to upcoming preseason games.
Paul Skenes pitched 5 1/3 scoreless innings for his first win since July 19 to lead the Pirates over the Angels 1-0.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Pittsburgh leaders and their partners are making a concerted effort to revitalize a North Side business district.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
A show coming to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg looks to pay tribute to Dolly Parton.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Pittsburghers are remembering Dolly Parton as "one of a kind" following her death on Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss today's sports topics.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Ahead of his retirement, Ross Guidotti received a proclamation from Allegheny County Council.
The window of time for Allegheny County property owners to appeal their tax bills just closed. But even if you missed this window, it's never too late to get your paperwork in order. KDKA investigator Meghan Schiller explains the simple math equation every property owner needs to remember.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
