Baltimore Jail Escapee Melvin Jessop Apprehended In Greene County After Nearly 5 Years On The Run
A Baltimore jail escapee on the run for nearly 5 years has been apprehended in Greene County.
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A Baltimore jail escapee on the run for nearly 5 years has been apprehended in Greene County.
The Steelers remain the NFL's only undefeated team, beating the Ravens 28-24.
It's the game of the weekend, maybe the season: the Steelers vs the Ravens, the biggest rivalry in the NFL.
Painting the world with positive vibes. That's the story of one 8-year-old girl from Baltimore, Maryland.
Congressman Elijah Cummings was the chair of the House Oversight and Reform Committee -- that's the committee that roots out fraud and mismanagement.
Dave Durian, a former member of the KDKA family, passed away on Monday morning.
An audience member says a man interrupted a performance of "Fiddler on the Roof" in Baltimore with a pro-Nazi and pro-Trump salute.
Two people died after a partial building collapse at an Amazon Distribution Center in Baltimore on Friday night.
A Maryland animal shelter is caring for several dogs after they were abandoned in an empty lot in Baltimore.
Guinness is opening a brewery in the US for the first time in more than 60 years, hoping to drum up sales and woo younger consumers.
Police have arrested a 32-year-old man for the murder of Cindy Testerman, and charged him with another count of murder after finding his stepmom dead.
Dunkin' Donuts is in hot water for a sign at one of its Baltimore restaurants.
Police say a teen has been arrested after the slaying of a Baltimore County, Maryland, police officer, and three other suspects are still being sought.
A Baltimore woman whose baby was likely born addicted to heroin and survived only nine days will serve 30 years in prison.
A Maryland seventh-grader has survived after the tip of a 6-inch-long metal screw got lodged in his skull.
This is not the list Pittsburgh wants to end up on. But because we are, you may want to check your mattress carefully before you go to sleep tonight.
An earthquake has jolted the Mid-Atlantic region of the East Coast, but there are no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
A McDonald's drive-thru window became a squeeze-thru window for a woman who apparently needed a fast food fix.
An unusual smell prompted an evacuation and a hazardous materials response at a Baltimore high school.
The U.S. Department of Justice won't bring federal charges against six police officers involved in the arrest and death of Freddie Gray, a young black man whose death touched off weeks of protests and unrest in Baltimore.
For once Pittsburgh didn't make a list, although this time the Steel City is happy to not be included.
Police have arrested a Baltimore daycare worker in the death of an 8-month-old girl.
Three gunmen shot and wounded eight people including a 3-year-old girl on an east Baltimore street Saturday night, police said, adding the suspects fled and the victims were all expected to survive.
Prosecutors have dropped the remaining charges against Baltimore police officers in the death of Freddie Gray, bringing an end to the case without a conviction.
A judge acquitted a Baltimore police officer of manslaughter and other charges Monday in the death of Freddie Gray, a black man who was critically injured in a police transport van.
Frigid air is expected to be in place for the region through next week.
Andrew Johnson is the latest in a series of pardoned Jan. 6 riot defendants to face new criminal charges.
Police said a man used a knife to slash an Israeli flag outside a home in the city's Mexican War Streets neighborhood.
Penn State's women's team is hosting Robert Morris and the men's team is hosting Michigan State.
Temperatures in the Pittsburgh area are expected to fall near zero degrees with sub-zero wind chills.
Schools are already making plans for Tuesday, issuing delays and closures in anticipation of temperatures that will feel like sub-zero.
Frigid air is expected to be in place for the region through next week.
Andrew Johnson is the latest in a series of pardoned Jan. 6 riot defendants to face new criminal charges.
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Andrew Johnson is the latest in a series of pardoned Jan. 6 riot defendants to face new criminal charges.
Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
Pennsylvania's two sitting senators, Republican Dave McCormick and Democrat John Fetterman, told CBS News they do not support a U.S. military takeover of Greenland.
The lawmakers posted a video in November that told military service members that they "must refuse illegal orders."
A Brookline couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
If you get a ticket in the city of Pittsburgh, there could be a higher chance that instead of getting it on your car windshield, you're getting it in the mail.
Another blast of winter is knocking on our door. It’s about to be cold, so the couch or movie theater is officially calling our names, and maybe an electric blanket, too!
PTL's etiquette expert, Liz Aquino, is here to share the rules we’re ready to say goodbye to in 2026.
We’re a few weeks into the new year, and if your resolutions are still hanging on, but your patience in the kitchen is not, Chef Doug Heilman is here with an easy, light recipe that delivers big flavor without the fuss.
Just a few days ago, champions were crowned at the Pennsylvania Farm Show, and while some winners walked away with trophies, one took home bragging rights that you can sip!
Over the last few years, we’ve watched CBS News anchors from around the country say yes to the unknown in the CBS series “Never Too Late.” Now, Pittsburgh Today Live is throwing its hat, or should we say saw, into the ring.
A Brookline couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
Some drivers in Pittsburgh are ignoring road closure signs in the South Side Flats, leaving residents exasperated.
A Westmoreland County taxidermist is under investigation by the Pennsylvania State Police.
Stray voltage from a nearby streetlight shocked Montana Mitchell and her dog, leaving the dog immobile.
Twin boys have been seen selling lemonade for long hours several times a week on street corners throughout Pittsburgh and the suburbs.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
Firefighters have a 62% higher risk of cancer, and this week, the New Castle Central Fire Station hosted pre-screenings.
Once the holidays are over, we often find ourselves in a funk, so how can we find ways to boost our mood?
A major expansion in women's health care is taking shape in Washington County.
Flu cases keep increasing, but at least one Pittsburgh-area emergency room doctor says not everyone needs to visit him.
Penn State's women's team is hosting Robert Morris and the men's team is hosting Michigan State.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
A program that had played in a grand total of 13 bowl games in the 130-some years before coach Curt Cignetti arrived in 2024 went on a historic run en route to a 16-0 season and a national title.
Brett Kulak broke a second-period tie with his first goal of the season, and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Seattle Kraken 6-3.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are searching for a new head coach for the first time in nearly 20 years after Mike Tomlin stepped down last week.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
The Macy's location at the Pittsburgh Mills Mall will be among the several closures.
With the Steelers hosting their first playoff game with fans in the building since 2018, a lot of revenue is expected to be made in the city.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
"The Pitt" won big at the Golden Globes on Sunday night.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
KDKA's John Shumway checked in with a mechanic for some advice as the Pittsburgh area is grappling with extreme cold temperatures and sub-zero wind chills.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
Police said that detectives from Zone 1 are investigating what they called "an act of criminal mischief" along Buena Vista Street.
Western Pennsylvania is bracing for a bitter blast, with the windchill expected to make temperatures feel below zero.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss the sports topics of the day.
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.
