Man To Stand Trial In Fayette Co. Fatal Child Abuse Case
A man will stand trial in connection with a case of child abuse that left his 20-month-old girl dead in November.
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A man will stand trial in connection with a case of child abuse that left his 20-month-old girl dead in November.
A couple accused of putting their son in the trunk of their car to cure his fear of darkness appeared in a Westmoreland County courtroom today.
A man already facing trial in the alleged sexual abuse of three boys has been ordered to stand trial in yet another case, based on testimony of the alleged victim's older brother at a preliminary hearing in City Court.
A Derry Township man is behind bars, facing several counts of child abuse.
Jerry Sandusky appeared in court Tuesday during an ongoing battle about his pension being forfeited in the wake of a conviction for molesting young boys in 2012.
The issue is Jerry Sandusky's monthly pension that added up to $4,600 per month and he received it starting in 1999 when he retired from Penn State.
A Fayette County father remains in jail today in connection with a case of child abuse that left his toddler dead from what state police say were severe internal injuries.
State Police in Fayette County say a child abuse case that ended in the death of a toddler is taking an emotional toll on investigators.
An Armstrong County man is behind bars in the alleged beating of a 2-year-old girl.
Police have spent the last six months looking for a man accused of hurting a 3-year-old boy in North Versailles. Police say the man physically assaulted his girlfriend's son - and has been on the run since April.
A child is in critical condition after it was abused.
The parents of a 13-month-old boy were arrested on child abuse charges after the boy allegedly had broken bones, and a skull fracture.
Jerry Sandusky's challenge to his child molestation conviction goes before a state appeals court on Tuesday, as the former Penn State assistant football coach seeks to overturn a sentence that could keep him behind bars for life.
The mother accused of locking up her 6-year-old twins and nearly starving them was sentenced to 14-50 years in prison Friday.
A man is already facing trial, accused of helping to set a young boy on fire. That man's teenage son stood before a juvenile court judge today for his part in the alleged assault.
A local woman's in jail tonight, charged with harming her child in order to get attention.
The challenges of motherhood can sometimes affect one parent more than the other.
The hearing for a Butler County man accused of abusing his ex-girlfriend's 7-year-old son was continued this afternoon.
Penn State's former president Graham Spanier initiated a libel and defamation case Thursday against Louis Freeh, the former FBI director who a year ago produced a report for the school that was highly critical of Spanier's role in the child sex abuse scandal involving longtime assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky.
There are new developments today in a case of suspected child abuse in Indiana County.
A young boy is in critical condition after he was allegedly beaten overnight at a home in Indiana County.
The biological daughter of a couple charged in the alleged abuse of their adoptive children was set to testify in court this morning as a prosecution witness, but the testimony didn't happen.
A state deputy attorney general and his wife accused of abusing their adoptive children, will get their biological children back.
A man and his son are headed to trial in connection with the alleged abuse of a young girl.
A Washington County father and son have been jailed on charges they sexually abused a girl for about six years, starting when she was 7 - and that the father's alleged assaults began only after she went to him for help.
Pittsburgh's tourism chief hopes to ease Pittsburghers' concerns about the NFL draft.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat Tampa Bay 5-1 on Friday to snap the Rays' six-game win streak.
The Pittsburgh Steelers' Terrible Towel is a symbol of celebration known around the world, but it was recently taken to new heights.
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
A Pittsburgh-area woman says she lost thousands in a rental scam.
Pittsburgh's tourism chief hopes to ease Pittsburghers' concerns about the NFL draft.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat Tampa Bay 5-1 on Friday to snap the Rays' six-game win streak.
The Pittsburgh Steelers' Terrible Towel is a symbol of celebration known around the world, but it was recently taken to new heights.
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
A Pittsburgh-area woman says she lost thousands in a rental scam.
President Trump spoke with CBS News Friday in a new telephone interview.
Putting warning labels on social media platforms is the goal of a bill currently moving through Congress.
Wednesday is Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor's 100th day in office, and by all accounts, he's hit the ground running.
The Trump administration is ratcheting up attacks on environmental protections that Make America Healthy Again followers hold dear.
Pope Leo has been critical of the war in Iran and other priorities of the Trump administration, but says his comments are "not meant as attacks on anyone."
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning sports fans to watch for scams as they buy tickets and merchandise tied to the NBA and NHL playoffs.
A new consumer safety warning is raising concerns about carbon monoxide detectors sold online.
Six new cities are being added to the Michelin Guide in 2027, and among those cities is right here in Pittsburgh.
How do you plan a big family getaway that keeps the peace and the fun?
Here's why Pittsburgh's biggest surprises next week may not be happening on a screen or on the field.
Caliente talks about the special pizza it created for the NFL draft.
Daisy Jade is learning about the Women Who Rock Experience at the NFL draft.
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more. Plus, today’s Taste It Tuesday treat was made for us by Ron Smiley!
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
The federal government will begin the long-awaited cleanup of a nuclear waste dump outside Apollo in Armstrong County.
Short-term rental owners in Washington County could soon face new scrutiny.
Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski refused to drop an attempted homicide charge against Jasper Hilliard.
Shaler Township has installed new AEDs in 10 of its parks.
Health care workers are preparing to care for anyone who will need treatment.
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.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat Tampa Bay 5-1 on Friday to snap the Rays' six-game win streak.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
It's going to be a busy sports weekend in Pittsburgh and the NFL draft is right around the corner.
The Flyers and Penguins renew the Battle of Pennsylvania in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Here's the first-round series schedule.
The Pittsburgh native and ESPN personality and the Pennsylvania governor placed a friendly wager on the Penguins-Flyers series.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
West Virginia resident Rebecca Michalski struggles with soaring electricity bills that exceed her income.
Dave Chappelle has helped secure the future of a small-town radio station by funding the renovation of a historic building in Yellow Springs.
Hundreds gathered Wednesday morning at the Live! Casino in Hempfield Township to open Mangia, a new market and eatery featuring authentic Italian cuisine from local favorite DeLallo.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The trailer is out for the Pittsburgh-filmed "Hershey" biopic.
The Pitt star Noah Wyle is the newest name on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Pittsburgh-based show is a big reason why.
Dave Chappelle has helped secure the future of a small-town radio station by funding the renovation of a historic building in Yellow Springs.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh’s tourism chief is looking to ease crowd size concerns ahead of the NFL draft. Reports about how big the crowd size could be at the draft have led some people to decide to stay home entirely. KDKA’s Ricky Sayer shares what’s being said to try to change their minds.
Pittsburgh’s tourism chief is looking to ease crowd size concerns ahead of the NFL draft. Reports about how big the crowd size could be at the draft have led some people to decide to stay home entirely. KDKA’s Ricky Sayer shares what’s being said to try to change their minds.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Paul Alexander discuss the sports topics of the day.
Heather has your popcorn plans for this weekend!
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.
