Peters Township father charged with homicide after telling police he tripped over grocery bag and fell on infant
A Washington County father is facing charges in the death of his infant son last month.
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Greensburg couple facing child endangerment, drug charges
Deplorable living conditions led to local police removing the children from their home.
19-Year-Old Accused Of Killing Girlfriend's 2-Year-Old Daughter Makes First Appearance In Court
A local young man accused in the death of a toddler from Stowe Township made his first appearance in court.
Westmoreland County Couple Accused Of Abusing Infant Son
A Westmoreland County mother is on the run while the father of her one child is in jail.
Pennsylvania Woman Convicted In Death Of 12-Year-Old Boy
A Pennsylvania woman has been convicted of first- and third-degree murder in the death of a 12-year-old boy.
Pittsburgh Woman Accused Of Severely Burning Daughter With Hot Water
A Pittsburgh couple faces charges, accused of abusing a 3-year-old girl who police said came to the hospital with severe burns, scratches and bruises.
Man Accused Of Sexually Abusing 6 Boys Sentenced To 94 Years In Prison
An Ohio man who pleaded guilty to sexual battery after being accused of abusing six boys has been sentenced to a minimum of 94 years in prison.
Pittsburgh-Area Man Accused Of Slapping 1-Year-Old Son In Face
A Pittsburgh-area man is facing charges for allegedly slapping his 1-year-old son in the face.
Ohio Father Pleads Guilty To Murder And Rape In 2019 Death Of His 10-Year-Old Son
An Ohio man and a woman have pleaded guilty to charges in what authorities called the "extreme abuse" death of a 10-year-old boy.
Injured 1-Month-Old Boy In West Virginia Dies, Father Charged With Abuse
The child's injuries were "consistent with Shaken Baby Syndrome," according to the criminal complaint.
Washington County Parents Accused Of Shaking, Severely Injuring Baby
A Washington County couple was arrested for allegedly shaking and critically injuring their baby.
Jury Finds Man Guilty In Case Of Starved And Tortured Boy In Mercer County
A jury has found a man guilty in connection with a 14-year-old boy's death.
Couple Arrested For Alleged Horrific Child Abuse After Kids Found Handcuffed In Car
A couple was arrested after police say they found two children handcuffed in the back seat of a car.
Grandmother Of 2-Year-Old Girl Beaten And Starved To Death Wants To File Wrongful Death Suit Against Caseworkers
The grandmother of a girl who was beaten and starved to death wants to file a wrongful death lawsuit against three caseworkers who oversaw the girl's care.
Attorney: Baldwin Couple Will Not Face Murder Charges In Death Of Young Son
Attorneys representing a couple accused of killing their 1-year-old son say their clients will not face murder charges.
West Virginia Woman Convicted In Death Of 5-Year-Old Grandson
A jury deliberated for less than an hour before convicting a West Virginia woman charged in the death of her 5-year-old grandson.
2 W. Va. Child Services Workers Charged With Misdemeanors Involving Abuse Of 4-Year-Old Boy Who Later Died
Two Child Protective Service workers in northern West Virginia have been fired and charged with misdemeanors involving the abuse of a 4-year-old boy who later died, authorities said.
West Virginia Mom, Boyfriend Charged In Death Of 4-Year-Old Boy
A West Virginia woman and her boyfriend have been charged in the death of her 4-year-old son, police said.
Bethel Park Police Asking For Help With Child Abuse Investigation
Bethel Park police are asking for help with a child abuse investigation.
7-Year-Old Boy Hospitalized After Allegedly Being Abused By His Mom And Her Boyfriend In Bethel Park
A 7-year-old boy is in the hospital after police say he was abused by his mom and her boyfriend.
West Virginia Man Charged With Murder And Abuse In Death Of 4-Year-Old Boy
A West Virginia man has been charged with murder and abuse in the death of a 4-year-old boy.
Man Wanted For Child Abuse Arrested In Greene County
Police in Greene County arrested a man that was wanted for child abuse.
West Virginia Man Charged In Death Of 3-Year-Old Stepson
A West Virginia man has been charged in the death of his 3-year-old stepson.
Fayette Co. Man Accused Of Beating 4-Month-Old Son To Death
A Fayette County man is accused of beating his 4-month-old son to death.
Man Accused Of Child Abuse Back Behind Bars For Allegedly Raping Girl
In just under a year, Shawn Waulk has faced a number of horrific allegations of child abuse and neglect.
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Pa. woman accused of stealing Nancy Pelosi's laptop denied trial venue change
Riley Williams (416 pm news) A judge denies a request from Riley Williams to have her trial moved out of Washington, D.C.
Health department hits Ross Township restaurant with consumer alert
The Allegheny County Health Department slapped a North Hills restaurant with a consumer alert.
DA meets with South Side bar owners to discuss reducing violence
Allegheny County District Attorney Stephen Zappala met with South Side bar owners to talk about reducing violence.
Jeannette superintendent balks at mayor's call to merge with Hempfield
Talk of a school merger in Westmoreland county has pitted two officials against each other.
Some districts using emergency substitutes who don't need teacher certifications
Schools across the commonwealth are experiencing a teacher shortage and a need for substitute teachers.
Jury indicts Mercer County man accused of threatening to kill FBI agents after Mar-a-Lago search
A grand jury indicted Adam Bies, a Mercer County man accused of threatening FBI agents after the Mar-a-Lago search.
Pittsburgh City Council president calls for removal of homeless encampments
Homeless encampments have sprung up along the waterfronts around the city.
Steelers fans from North Carolina have not missed a game in 7 years
Steelers fans from North Carolina have not missed a game in 7 years
PennDOT offering second chances to drivers facing suspension
PennDOT is giving some drivers facing suspension a second chance to keep their license.
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Pa. woman accused of stealing Nancy Pelosi's laptop denied trial venue change
Riley Williams (416 pm news) A judge denies a request from Riley Williams to have her trial moved out of Washington, D.C.
Health department hits Ross Township restaurant with consumer alert
The Allegheny County Health Department slapped a North Hills restaurant with a consumer alert.
DA meets with South Side bar owners to discuss reducing violence
Allegheny County District Attorney Stephen Zappala met with South Side bar owners to talk about reducing violence.
Jeannette superintendent balks at mayor's call to merge with Hempfield
Talk of a school merger in Westmoreland county has pitted two officials against each other.
Some districts using emergency substitutes who don't need teacher certifications
Schools across the commonwealth are experiencing a teacher shortage and a need for substitute teachers.
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First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady has been vacationing in South Carolina with her family, including President Biden.
President Biden to sign Inflation Reduction Act into law
President Biden is signing the Inflation Reduction Act, making it officially a law, on Tuesday.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice: Voters shouldn't decide abortion access issue
The Republican governor said the state's abortion law falls under the scrutiny of the Legislature and the attorney general.
John Fetterman says he's 'grateful' as he returns to campaign trail
It was his first campaign appearance rally since suffering a stroke prior to the primary.
Judge vows to move quickly on dispute over mail-in votes
The Commonwealth Court judge said she will rule as quickly as possible.
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Frozen pizzas recalled because they may contain metal pieces
The USDA has announced a recall for frozen pizzas that may be contaminated with metal pieces.
Pittsburgh-based 4moms recalls more than 2M infant rockers, swings after baby dies
Pittsburgh-based 4moms is recalling more than 2 million infant rockers and swings after a baby died.
King's Hawaiian pretzel products recalled due to possible microbial contamination
King's Hawaiian is voluntarily recalling some of its products due to possible microbial contamination.
King's Hawaiian recalls some products
King's Hawaiian is voluntarily recalling some of its products.
Kraft Heinz recalls Capri Sun juice pouches due to cleaning product contamination
Kraft Heinz is recalling more than 5,700 cases of Capri Sun Wild Cherry-flavored drinks.
Pittsburgh Today Live
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What's it Worth with Dr. Lori: Aug. 16, 2022
Antiques appraiser Dr. Lori is examining more of your family heirlooms and treasures.
New show 'Sprung' filmed in Pittsburgh
PTL's David Highfield catches up with the actors Martha Plimpton and Garret Dillahunt, the stars of "Sprung," a new streaming show filmed in Pittsburgh.
Lawrence County Fair's Steer Show
PTL's Celina Pompeani learns more about the Steer Show at the Lawrence County Fair.
A delicious preview of Little Italy Days!
PTL's Mikey Hood is getting a preview of the food and fun featured at Bloomfield's annual Little Italy Days!
Fun, food and farm animals featured at the Lawrence County Fair
PTL's Celina Pompeani visits the 69th annual Lawrence County Fair!
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In 10 months as Washington County DA, Jason Walsh seeks death penalty against 8
Seeking the death penalty will come at considerable costs to Washington County's taxpayers.
City says affordable housing is one way to help people experiencing homelessness
What is being done to help people experiencing homelessness in the city of Pittsburgh?
KDKA Investigates: Helping people experiencing homelessness in Pittsburgh
Homelessness is on the rise in our region, up 21 percent in Allegheny County from last year.
Developers say cracker plant in Beaver County will be economic boost needed for region
Shell's cracker plant in Beaver County is finally set to open later this summer.
Environmentalists watch water quality with cracker plant set to open in Beaver County
Shell's cracker plant in Beaver County is finally set to open later this summer.
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Doctors not concerned about monkeypox spreading at schools
A confirmed monkeypox case was found at a YMCA camp just weeks before the beginning of the school year.
King's Hawaiian pretzel products recalled due to possible microbial contamination
King's Hawaiian is voluntarily recalling some of its products due to possible microbial contamination.
CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
Case of monkeypox detected at camp in Beaver County
The YMCA of Pittsburgh said the infected person is now quarantining.
Polio detected in NYC's sewage, suggesting virus circulating
Last month, the New York Health Department reported the nation's first case of polio in almost a decade, in Rockland County, north of New York City.
Sports
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Steelers fans from North Carolina have not missed a game in 7 years
Steelers fans from North Carolina have not missed a game in 7 years
Pirates' Rodolfo Castro suspended 1 game for having cellphone in pocket during game
The penalty, which included an undisclosed fine, had been set to take effect Tuesday night when the Pirates hosted Boston.
WPIAL to host 2022 championship football games at Acrisure Stadium and Norwin High School
Four of the six title games will be played at Acrisure Stadium.
Antonio Brown expresses interest in joining the Dallas Cowboys
With the NFL season just weeks away, Antonio Brown is angling to join the Dallas Cowboys.
Pitt ranked No. 17 in Associated Press preseason college football poll
No. 17 Pitt is in the preseason rankings for the first time since 2010.
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President Biden to sign Inflation Reduction Act into law
President Biden is signing the Inflation Reduction Act, making it officially a law, on Tuesday.
CEO of Brighton Rehab, 4 others indicted on health care fraud charges
Federal investigators have indicted five people, including the CEO of Brighton Rehab and Wellness Center in Beaver County, of health care fraud.
Unpaid unemployment: the frustrations surrounding delays in receiving payments
Several times per week here at KDKA, we hear from unemployed people whose frustrations have boiled over while trying to get some help from the state -- so John Shumway went asking for answers.
Animal shelters overwhelmed as more and more people surrender their pets
Animal shelters in some areas of the country are seeing more pets returned to their care.
Recall expands for baked goods possibly contaminated with plastic pieces
Enjoy Life Natural Brands is expanding its voluntary recall of baked goods over the potential presence of hard pieces of plastic.
Entertainment
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August Wilson House grand opening draws family, community members, and supporters
The doors to the renovated building opened on Saturday.
Anne Heche dies at 53 following Los Angeles car wreck
Heche got her start in a soap opera before starring in films and on TV, and made headlines for her relationship with comedian Ellen DeGeneres in the '90s.
Yo-Yo Ma to join Pittsburgh Symphony for one-night performance in February
The legendary cellist will be in Pittsburgh for one night only.
Organizers announce plans for Little Italy Days in Bloomfield
The 20th annual Pittsburgh Little Italy Days returns to Bloomfield on Aug. 18-21.
Motown legend Lamont Dozier dead at 81
Over a four-year period, 1963-67, Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian and Eddie Holland crafted more than 25 top 10 songs.
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Pa. woman accused of stealing Nancy Pelosi's laptop denied trial venue change
A judge denies a request from Riley Williams to have her trial moved out of Washington, D.C.
KDKA News Update PM: August 16, 2022
KDKA News Update PM: August 16, 2022
Jeannette superintendent balks at mayor's call to merge with Hempfield
Talk of a school merger in Westmoreland county has pitted two officials against each other.
2 businesses hit with consumer alerts
The Allegheny County Health Department hit two businesses with consumer alerts.
District Attorney Stephen Zappala meets with South Side bar owners to discuss reducing violence
District Attorney Stephen Zappala and Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald privately met with bar owners on the South Side to discuss solutions to violence in the neighborhood; KDKA's Jessica Guay reports.
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Guess Who? Go back to school with the KDKA Team
We've collected the class pictures of our KDKA team. Can you guess who's who from these photos?
Goodbye Heinz Field: Ketchup bottles and signage removed to make way for Acrisure Stadium
On Monday, July 18, 2022, crews were hard at work at the former Heinz Field. They were taking down signage to make way for Acrisure Stadium. After removing the endzone ketchup bottles on Monday and Tuesday, the iconic Heinz Field sign on the front of the stadium was taken down.
Artist renderings offer early look of new UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
The new UPMC Presbyterian Hospital will stand 17-stories high and have 636 private patient rooms, officials said.
17 train cars derail in Harmar Township, injuring 3
More than a dozen tanker cars derailed in Harmar Township, sending three people to the hospital on Thursday.
Pittsburgh Marathon returns, thousands of runners participate
Pittsburgh Marathon weekend 2022 brought hundreds of thousands of people into the city. Despite a rainy day, runners made their way through 14 city neighborhoods.
