Council votes to sue over reopening of Pittsburgh juvenile detention center
Allegheny County Council President Pat Catena believes the county should run a detention center.
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Allegheny County Council President Pat Catena believes the county should run a detention center.
Allegheny County Council President Pat Catena believes the county should run a detention center.
Downtown Pittsburgh is viewed as the center of the region.
It may be one of the most hotly contested races in the state: Allegheny County's battle for district attorney. A major issue is crime in Pittsburgh and who is best able to prosecute it.
It may be one of the most hotly contested races in the state: Allegheny County's battle for district attorney. A major issue is crime in Pittsburgh and who is best able to prosecute it. KDKA political editor Jon Delano reports.
Crews are currently on-scene at the 4500 block of McKnight Road in the North Hills.
Over a year ago, many residents, borough officials, and environmental groups spoke out in opposition of the new well.
Being in a courthouse can be stressful, especially for kids, and the NCJW is making it so children have a safe haven.
Plum Borough families were alerted to a bullet being found on a school bus at the end of the day on Friday.
An Allegheny County school district is in trouble with the federal Department of Education and was found responsible for violating a disabled student's civil rights.
An Allegheny County School District is in trouble with the federal Department of Education and was found responsible for violating a disabled student's civil rights.
Through song and prayer, the Serra Catholic community honored 15-year-old Samantha Kalkbrenner.
Classes within the Baldwin-Whitehall School District were canceled Wednesday and Thursday due to a bus driver shortage.
Serra Catholic High School student Samantha Kalkbrenner was killed in a school van crash in Dravosburg on Wednesday.
The crash happened on Elizabeth Road and Third Street in Dravosburg.
The people who filed the lawsuit say they suffered harm due to the implosion of two smoke stacks on June 2.
As KDKA-TV money editor Jon Delano reports, they are also prepared to offer you cash on the spot.
The crash that killed a 15-year-old student on Wednesday in Dravosburg is raising safety questions.
The crash that killed a 15-year-old student on Wednesday in Dravosburg is raising safety questions.
The deadly crash happened on Elizabeth Road and Third Street in Dravosburg.
A massive fire broke out at a popular restaurant in Jefferson Hills on Tuesday.
Allegheny County Police detectives are handling the investigation.
One woman was injured and another was killed in the crash on Saturday night.
A man has died in the hospital after being struck by a truck tractor at a construction site in South Fayette on Saturday.
In honor of 9/11 and remembering all who have served in our nation's military, the Travis Manion Foundation held a 9/11 Heroes 5K Run Saturday at Allegheny County's North Park.
Jurors delivered their verdict Wednesday in the trial of an anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife during a cliffside hike in Hawaii.
A 17-year-old girl is accused of stabbing her boyfriend to death in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Stephen M. Kamnik has pleaded guilty to creating AI-generated pornography while on duty as a Pennsylvania State Police corporal.
The Glassport Police Department is investigating after a dog brutally attacked a young boy this past weekend.
It's crunch time for the NFL draft, and while preparations are underway on the North Shore, work is expected to start this weekend at Point State Park.
Jurors delivered their verdict Wednesday in the trial of an anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife during a cliffside hike in Hawaii.
A 17-year-old girl is accused of stabbing her boyfriend to death in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Stephen M. Kamnik has pleaded guilty to creating AI-generated pornography while on duty as a Pennsylvania State Police corporal.
The Glassport Police Department is investigating after a dog brutally attacked a young boy this past weekend.
It's crunch time for the NFL draft, and while preparations are underway on the North Shore, work is expected to start this weekend at Point State Park.
Pittsburgh-area lawmakers are responding to President Trump's warning that "a whole civilization will die" if Iran doesn't make a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by his 8 p.m. Eastern deadline. KDKA's Chris Hoffman reports.
Those who gathered on Tuesday said the push for drop boxes will continue.
President Trump posted on social media that "a whole civilization will die tonight," adding "but I don't want that to happen, but it probably will."
President Trump and top national security officials shed new light on the daring rescues of two American airmen who were shot down over Iran last week.
A U.S. crew member who went missing when an F-15E fighter jet was shot down over a remote area of Iran has been rescued by U.S. forces.
Sheetz is expanding further into the Midwest, with plans to open 100 stores in Indiana over the next decade.
The Pirates' home schedule starts on Friday, so how can fans save money on tickets, food, and other deals at PNC Park?
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
After a rat raised questions about health and safety at The Urban Tap, the owner says the South Side business is ready to gain back the public's trust.
Our friend, Dr. Natalie Gentile, is back in the PTL studios and she's here to tell you what your walk says about your health!
Growing up, The Dirt Cup was Zac Coughlin's favorite after-school snack, and now he's taken that passion to create a sweet treat here in Pittsburgh that is giving him national attention!
Inside the National Aviary, the magic and music of a bygone era will fill the space, blurring the line between concert and experience. The Peanut Butter and Jam Sessions from Chatham Baroque will take place later this month, and two of the artists joined us on PTL!
Team PTL's Daisy Jade paid a visit to the Children's Home of Pittsburgh, who are celebrating their 25th anniversary of their beloved gala, which will have a very Pittsburgh spin on it this year!
The first nonstop flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to LAX is in the books, and Pittsburgh Today Live hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield talk about that and more in today's PTL Chat!
Just weeks before the NFL draft, the Downtown Neighbors Alliance has cut ties with its executive director and may be folding up its tent.
Data obtained by KDKA Investigates shows the dramatic increase in arrests by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the Pittsburgh area.
A new homeless encampment has popped up on Pittsburgh's North Side.
A Sewickley Hills man said he's left without a usable driveway because PennDOT cannot get it right.
Steven Eason, 15, was shot and killed while trying to break up a fight at the Haunted Hills Hayride in North Versailles in 2021. No arrest has been made.
UPMC and AHN say they've been collaborating about getting ready for an event of this magnitude.
When doctors found out Ainsley Flynn had viral myocarditis, they leaped into action to save her. Now, Flynn is giving back.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exploring everything radiation treatment can treat, and the success has been life-changing for people.
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
Nick Castellanos hit a two-run double, Jake Cronenworth added a two-run homer and the San Diego Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-2.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The 9th overall pick signed an extension that runs through the 2034 season.
The Pitt Panthers currently hold a 21-9 record this season, and with a high-flying offense, they're looking to make their move.
Reigning NL Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes put together his second straight solid start, keeping San Diego hitless until the sixth inning of the Pittsburgh Pirates' 7-1 win over the Padres.
Sheetz is expanding further into the Midwest, with plans to open 100 stores in Indiana over the next decade.
The event kicks off on April 22 with the reopening of the renovated Market Square.
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Pittsburgh's newest music venue released a lineup of its first concerts on Monday, giving a taste of what's to come at Citizens Live at the Wylie.
Forbes' latest ranking of the world's richest people has been released, and the list features billionaires with ties to Pittsburgh.
The Steelers will offer fans multiple ways to engage with the team during the NFL draft.
The event kicks off on April 22 with the reopening of the renovated Market Square.
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.
Fred Rogers Productions and Little Dot Studios teamed up to bring the beloved children's show to YouTube.
The first stop on Boone's new tour will be at PPG Paints Arena on July 7.
Near the University of Pittsburgh's campus on Wednesday, anti-war demonstrators rallied at Schenley Plaza to protest US military actions in Iran.
An anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife during a cliffside hike last year in Hawaii was found guilty of the lesser charge of attempted manslaughter based on extreme mental or emotional disturbance by a jury in Honolulu on Wednesday. Gerhardt Konig, 47, was convicted after a three-week trial in which both he and his wife testified. Konig sat down slowly and put a hand over his face after the verdict was read.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Iran is accusing Israel of violating the conditional ceasefire announced by President Trump by continuing its war with Hezbollah in Lebanon. Iran also accused the U.S. of violating multiple clauses of the deal framework.
An anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife during a cliffside hike last year in Hawaii was found guilty of attempted manslaughter based upon extreme mental or emotional disturbance by a jury in Honolulu on Wednesday. Gerhardt Konig, 47, was convicted after a three-week trial.
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.
