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Christine Sheller was born and raised in West Chester but now calls Granada Hills in the San Fernando Valley home.
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Christine Sheller was born and raised in West Chester but now calls Granada Hills in the San Fernando Valley home.
A man who worked at two school districts in Pennsylvania is accused of recording boys in the locker room.
A Pennsylvania appeals court has ruled that Danelo Cavalcante's prison escape last year cost him his right to appeal his original life sentence.
Danelo Cavalcante pleaded guilty to escape charges on Friday in Chester County, about a year after a manhunt that drew nationwide attention.
Malinda Hoagland, 12, died in May 2024 after a long period of what law enforcement described as in-home torture and abuse.
The Caln Township Police Department said a litter of seven pit bull terrier puppies was found dead on the Ingleside Golf Course in Caln Township.
Two parents from Chester County drowned after being caught in a rip current at Stuart Beach in Martin County, Florida, Thursday afternoon, according to Martin County Sheriff's Office.
A CBS News Philadelphia investigation found warning signs were missed in the starvation and torture death of Malinda Hoagland in Chester County, Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania offers plenty of opportunities to get away, including Chester County's Brandywine Valley.
Danelo Cavalcante wore an orange prison jumpsuit as he arrived for a court hearing in Kennett Square on charges related to his alleged escape.
An inmate who escaped from a Missouri jail in June was captured in Chester County on Thursday, the U.S. Marshals said.
Danelo Cavalcante, the escaped prisoner who was captured on day 14 of the manhunt in Chester County, planned to carjack someone and travel to Canada, authorities said.
Danelo Cavalcante was caught Wednesday, two weeks after escaping Chester County Prison. The convicted killer was found crawling through a wooded area.
The search for escaped prisoner Danelo Cavalcante came to an end on Wednesday on the 14th day of the manhunt in South Coventry Township.
Police say escaped Chester County inmate Danelo Cavalcante may have discarded clothes since Monday night and now has a .22 caliber rifle.
Law enforcement is pursuing escaped inmate Danelo Cavalcante, who is armed with a rifle, in South Coventry Township, Chester County early Tuesday morning, Pennsylvania State Police said.
Escaped prisoner Danelo Cavalcante is still on the run Sunday despite police recovering a van he stole Saturday from a local dairy farm. Officials said they believe he is still in the state of Pennsylvania.
Danelo Cavalcante escaped from Chester County Prison by using his legs and arms to push himself up a prison yard wall, a new video released on Wednesday by officials shows.
He climbed up to the roof of the Chester County, Pa. facility, the sources say, the same method used by another inmate there recently. He's still on the run.
The search for escaped Chester County Prison inmate Danelo Cavalcante has led to the closure of two school districts in the county.
Pennsylvania State Police said Monday that there have been four credible sightings of convicted killer Danelo Cavalcante, who escaped from the Chester County Prison last week.
West Chester Police are actively searching for Danelo Cavalcante, who escaped from Chester County Prison on Thursday morning.
PTL's David Highfield is chatting with Nina Kelly, of Chester County's Brandywine Valley, about why the other side of Pennsylvania makes a great summer getaway!
Pennsylvania State Police had issued a warrant for Bam Margera after saying he was involved in an altercation. He appeared in court and posted bail Thursday.
Lots of fun things to do with your kids on this first official weekend of spring!
A new officer will be walking the beat with the Bethel Park Police Department on Saturday.
There will be multiple events in Pittsburgh this weekend to enjoy with friends and family.
It'll be sunny to start the day with partly cloudy skies expected to begin moving in after 3:00 this afternoon
Prosecutors say they intend to introduce what appears to be a selfie Bryan Kohberger took on his phone just hours after the killings.
A new officer will be walking the beat with the Bethel Park Police Department on Saturday.
Reports say 27-year-old Hunter Myers was flown to a Pittsburgh hospital following a crash during a race on Wednesday.
PRT has proposed a 35% service cut that will take effect in February of 2026.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2025 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
There will be multiple events in Pittsburgh this weekend to enjoy with friends and family.
Beginning March 31, those who cannot verify their identity over the agency's online service will be required to visit an agency field office in person.
President Trump has taken aim at the Department of Education, but shutting down the department entirely would require an act of Congress.
Both candidates are touting the support from labor, but the unions themselves are divided between the two.
Voters in Pennsylvania's 35th district will fill a vacancy next week and decide which party will hold the speakership.
The federal government employs thousands in the Pittsburgh region and funds research to the tune of billions of dollars.
A vicious ransomware called Medusa is picking up speed and a local cybersecurity expert has ways you can keep your data safe.
Erin Love, from Firecracker Fabrics, is just one of the local stores stepping up in the crafting industry after the closure of JOANN Fabric and Crafts.
The owners say that gift cards and loyalty points that guests may have will still be accepted at the three other Walnut Grill locations in Wexford, Robinson, and Washington.
Fake Facebook pages have been popping up claiming to be the iconic iceball cart, but the owner says they're all scams.
Most people have traded in their car for a new one and the warranty talks begin, but did you know you can get a refund for your trade-in's warranty?
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
A travel showed us how to make flying with kids a breeze with must-have items that take the stress out of the journey.
After a long winter nap, your plants are ready to stretch their leaves and grow, but they may need a little help. Our resident "green thumb" Boaz, was here to show us how to get our garden warm weather ready.
Daniel Hill is back to show us how to get moving again with some simple stretches that can change your day.
Our friend Carleen King, from Carmi Soul Food, was here to show us how to give a classic soul food dish a refresh without losing an ounce of flavor.
Not everyone getting checks from Pennsylvania's rental rebate program is seeing the money, KDKA Investigates uncovered.
A Caliber Collision auto body shop is being built in Murrysville, but for one couple, it's right in their backyard.
An entire section of a home in Pittsburgh's Knoxville neighborhood has folded, bricks collapsing into the yard next door.
Gecko Robotics is one of the hottest tech companies around and it was founded here in Pittsburgh, but with a stagnant economy, it's only one of a few.
There's an unsightly mess collecting along a road in North Fayette — so much that it looks more like a landfill.
After recent teen suicides in the Pittsburgh area, here are signs that friends and family can look for to step in and prevent a tragedy.
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
When it comes to the world of wellness, it's easy to get quick answers from health coaches and influencers. Dr. Natalie Gentile joined us to set the record straight on false fads you see online.
The Rush to Crush Cancer bike ride is here and Daisy got an expert lesson from Ron Smiley on how to ride a bike because she's never learned!
About one in five newborns in the U.S. start out on infant formula, making it a crucial source of nutrition.
Mac Stout and Luke Stout made history Thursday night when two brothers faced off at NCAA D1 wrestling championships for the first time ever.
The buyer of the rare card hasn't been identified.
For many, March 20, the beginning of the NCAA Tournament, is essentially Christmas morning.
Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Jared Jones is missing his next spring training start because of elbow discomfort.
As the 2026 NFL Draft nears, more details are coming out about just how Pittsburgh could be utilized in the event.
PRT has proposed a 35% service cut that will take effect in February of 2026.
As the 2026 NFL Draft nears, more details are coming out about just how Pittsburgh could be utilized in the event.
A new energy facility is coming to Beaver County.
Sheetz is looking to fill several positions across its Pennsylvania locations.
Kennywood, Idlewild, and Sandcastle are getting a new ownership and some Pittsburgh hope it will mean better days for the parks.
Madrid-based Parques Reunidos has agreed to sell the parks to Herschend.
A federal judge has dismissed the charges against a Minnesota man accused of hiding a stolen pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in "The Wizard of Oz." Prosecutors informed the court Monday that he died Sunday.
Construction is underway for the new music venue in Pittsburgh's Lower Hill after officials broke ground on Thursday.
Pittsburgh will be Billy Joel's first show back on the road after the singer postponed four months' worth of stops for "a medical condition."
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes is trying to take his burgeoning fame in stride.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
It’s an exciting time on campus for Colonials fans and RMU students. Some are even traveling to Cleveland for Friday afternoon’s game. KDKA-TV's Chilekasi Adele reports.
Spring is in the air and Pittsburgh has some events this weekend celebrating the season, including a spring flower show, spring craft show and more.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
A travel showed us how to make flying with kids a breeze with must-have items that take the stress out of the journey.
The crash happened early Friday morning along Park Way.
The annual Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show kicked off on Friday, March 7, 2025, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. As is tradition, Pittsburgh Today Live kicked off the show with a live episode!
A school bus slammed into a tree in Butler County on Thursday morning, sending the driver and two students to the hospital.
KDKA-TV is sad to report that retired host and weather forecaster Jon Burnett died of complications from suspected CTE. He leaves behind an incredible legacy.
A fast-moving clipper system is proving Punxsutawney Phil correct this Sunday late afternoon/early evening with some freezing rain/drizzle and light wet snow making roads north of Route 422 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike slippery.
