5 Pa. men charged for sexually abusing children within Jehovah's Witness congregations
The men are accused of sexually assaulting and exploiting children while affiliated with Jehovah's Witness congregations.
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Prosecutor: Child Rape Suspect May Have Victims In 10 States, Including Pennsylvania
A man arrested on child rape charges last month in Tennessee could have victims in nine other states, a prosecutor said Monday.
Retired Virginia Priest Living In Westmoreland County Charged With Child Sex Abuse
A retired priest who once oversaw the safety of children in a Catholic diocese in the Washington suburbs has been charged with sexually assaulting a child.
Youth Sports Coach Who Worked In Pennsylvania Charged With Child Sexual Abuse
A youth sports coach who has worked at multiple programs in Maryland and Pennsylvania has been charged with child sexual assault.
Judge Upholds Jail Sentence For Penn State Ex-President Graham Spanier
The former Penn State president who was forced out as the school's top administrator when Jerry Sandusky was arrested a decade ago will soon have to report to jail after a judge on Wednesday upheld a sentence issued four years ago.
State Senate Majority Leader Kim Ward Defends Position To Block Child Sex Abuse Legislation
Child sexual abuse victims and their advocates took state Senator Kim Ward to task for blocking legislation that would provide a two-year window to sue their alleged abusers.
Child Sex Abuse Victims Continue To Wait For Justice As Legislation Stalls In Harrisburg
Victims of child sex abuse are looking for justice and their day in court.
Pennsylvania Senate Advances Child Sex Abuse Lawsuit Window
For the first time, prominent Republican state senators on Wednesday put their support behind legislation in Pennsylvania to change the law to allow now-adult victims of child sexual abuse to sue the perpetrators or institutions that did not prevent it when it happened years or decades ago.
Pennsylvania House Vote Signals Support For Child Sex Abuse Window In Bill Form
The state House of Representatives showed solid support Tuesday for enacting a two-year lawsuit window for child victims of sexual abuse as a regular bill, two weeks after the Legislature gave its first round of approval to a similar constitutional amendment.
Pennsylvania Senate Republicans Won't Fast-Track Child Sex Abuse Lawsuit Window
Majority Republicans in the state Senate announced Monday they will not employ a rarely used emergency process to amend the Pennsylvania Constitution to give victims of child sexual abuse a 2-year window in which to file civil lawsuits.
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Launch New Push For Child Sex Abuse Lawsuit Window
Pennsylvania lawmakers on Monday launched a rarely used emergency process to amend the state constitution, advancing a proposal that would give victims of child sexual abuse a 2-year window to file otherwise outdated civil lawsuits.
Former Episcopal Diocese Of Pittsburgh Priest Accused Of Child Sexual Abuse
The Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh is disclosing a report of sex abuse against a priest who died in 2019.
Police: Allegheny County Jail Inmate, Woman Charged With Child Sex Abuse After 'Disturbing' Virtual Visit
An Allegheny County Jail inmate and a woman are facing sexual abuse of children charges after a "disturbing" virtual visit.
Man Sentenced To 18 Years For Sexually Exploiting Minors While On Probation
A man from McKeesport accused of pretending to be a teen girl online to get sexually explicit photos of minors will spend 18 years behind bars.
Former Penn State President Graham Spanier's Sandusky-Related Conviction Restored
A federal appeals court on Tuesday reinstated former Penn State President Graham Spanier's conviction for child endangerment over his handling of a report that former assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky had sexually abused a boy in a team shower.
Group Of Parishioners Disappointed In Diocese Of Pittsburgh's Changes After Grand Jury Report On Clergy Sexual Abuse
Tomorrow marks two years since a scathing grand jury report laid out in nauseating detail decades of the sexual abuse of underage victims at the hands of the clergy.
Lawsuit Against Catholic Diocese Of Pittsburgh Accuses Priest Of Sexual Abuse
A lawsuit has been filed against the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh alleging that a man was sexually assaulted and raped by a priest when he was an altar boy.
26-Year-Old Ross Township Man Arrested On Child Sex Charges
A man from Ross Township was arrested on child sex charges.
FBI Pittsburgh Issues Warning About The Dark Side Of Zoom
The FBI's branch office in Pittsburgh wants to warn people about the dark side of Zoom.
FBI Warns Of Video Depicting Child Sexual Abuse Being Shown In Zoom Meetings
The FBI is warning of a Zoom participant who is broadcasting a video depicting child sexual abuse material.
Case Filed For 3 Men Accusing Pittsburgh-Area Catholic Priests Of Sexual Abuse
Cases have been filed for three men who accuse Pittsburgh-area Catholic priests for sexually abusing them.
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Pass Measure Relaxing Statue Of Limitations In Child Sex Abuse Cases
Senators passed a measure relaxing criminal and civil statutes of limitations in sexual abuse cases where children and young adults are the victims.
Senators Consider Altering Time Limits For Child Sex Abuse Lawsuits
State senators are hearing from victims, church advocates, lawyers, and others about whether Pennsylvania should alter rules for child sexual abuse claims that occurred too long ago to file a lawsuit.
Former Philadelphia Priest Accused Of Sex Abuse Facing New Charges
A former Philadelphia priest once accused of sex abuse is now facing new charges. Robert Brennan, 81, was arrested earlier Thursday and charged with four counts of making false statements to the FBI.
Lawsuit Accuses 2 More Catholic Priests Of Child Sex Abuse
Michael Smith says he was 11 or 12 and a ward of the state when he was staying at Holy Family Institute.
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Is it time for a 'sleep divorce?' Ways for couples to get a good night's sleep and remain intimate
Sleeping separately may seem like a loss of intimacy but it keeps couples healthy.
Pittsburgh City Council gives preliminary approval for contract to repair Charles Anderson Memorial Bridge
The contract could fast-track getting the bridge reopened.
Pittsburgh Weather: Damp and soggy conditions begin Thursday
We're in for a stretch of wet weather that kicks off today.
Eat'n Park discontinues grilled stickies after bakery partner closes up shop
The popular menu item has been discontinued, at least for now.
18-year-old driver killed, passenger injured in crash on I-79
An 18-year-old was killed and a passenger was injured in a crash on Interstate 79 on Wednesday night.
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Is it time for a 'sleep divorce?' Ways for couples to get a good night's sleep and remain intimate
Sleeping separately may seem like a loss of intimacy but it keeps couples healthy.
Pittsburgh City Council gives preliminary approval for contract to repair Charles Anderson Memorial Bridge
The contract could fast-track getting the bridge reopened.
Pittsburgh Weather: Damp and soggy conditions begin Thursday
We're in for a stretch of wet weather that kicks off today.
Eat'n Park discontinues grilled stickies after bakery partner closes up shop
The popular menu item has been discontinued, at least for now.
18-year-old driver killed, passenger injured in crash on I-79
An 18-year-old was killed and a passenger was injured in a crash on Interstate 79 on Wednesday night.
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Bipartisan support emerges for Senate railroad safety bill
A bipartisan consensus that Congress should act to toughen regulations on railroads is emerging in the U.S. Senate.
Go 'Around The Table' with Stacy Smith
Stream Around The Table segments here on CBS News Pittsburgh.
State senator and student working to feed all students across Pennsylvania
Host Heather Abraham is talking with state Sen. Lindsay Williams and Abby Wertz, a local high school student who is making a difference, about making sure students across the state never go hungry.
New York Trump grand jury not meeting Wednesday, sources say
Grand jury has been probing any involvement by Trump in "hush money" paid by Michael Cohen to adult film star Stormy Daniels before the 2016 presidential election.
Norfolk Southern CEO faces lawmakers for second day on Capitol Hill
The CEO of Norfolk Southern will face another day of questioning by lawmakers on Capitol Hill following the hazardous train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio; KDKA's Jessica Guay reports.
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Foot Locker to close more than 400 stores ahead of brand reset
Sneaker company plans to close hundreds of in-mall shops before opening more standalone stores.
Kittanning Fine Wine & Good Spirits closing, selling everything 20% off
A Fine Wine & Good Spirits store is selling everything at 20% off ahead of its last day of business next month.
Tax time: Minimizing the amount of federal tax owed on social security benefits
Tax preparers are putting out the warning -- watch out for taxes you may not even realize you owe.
Scenic Fruit Company recalling frozen organic fruit due to Hepatitis risk
So far, five cases have been linked to the fruit.
Ford recalls 1.5M vehicles to fix brake hoses, wiper arms
Ford is recalling more than 1.5 million vehicles in the U.S. in two actions to fix leaky brake hoses and windshield wiper arms that can break.
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Something Good: Just 30 days until Kennywood
A sure sign spring has arrived -- there's just 30 days until Kennywood opens for the season!
Waiting Child: Royal
This week's Waiting Child is Royal! (ID#: C02AC51)
Cooking with Rania: Moroccan chickpea and carrot tagine
Rania Harris is continuing her series of meatless recipes for the Lenten season.
Wills for Heroes program helps first responders plan for their loved ones
We're chatting with K&L Gates attorney Natalia Holliday about the Wills for Heroes program, which offers comprehensive estate planning for first responders.
Race drones with the masters
PTL's Daisy Jade visits the Pittsburgh Drone Masters and club president Daniel Calig to find out more about their fun learning and racing opportunities!
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Investment company buying up Pittsburgh-area houses builds spotty record
You may have gotten a call or a letter in the mail: a cash offer to buy your house even though it's not for sale.
Developers say Gainey's office throws up roadblocks to economic growth
Developers said the city's sending out the wrong message.
Pittsburgh woman testifies for grand jury investigation into Jehovah's Witnesses and sexual abuse
Recently, three local Jehovah's Witnesses -- two from Butler County, one from Allegheny County -- were indicted on charges of sexually abusing children.
City controller: Pittsburgh hasn't launched team of social workers to help police with non-violent calls despite $5M budget
The city promised a program billed as a way to keep funding the police while giving them help to address problems outside their skill set.
Leaders raise safety questions about trains carrying toxic chemicals
Trains carrying volatile and often toxic fuels and chemicals rumble through the Pittsburgh region every day.
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Allegheny County Council urging EPA to lower soot pollution standards
Allegheny County council members are sharing a strong message to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency about lowering soot pollution standards.
CDC expressing concern about rapidly growing fungus, now in Pennsylvania
The Center for Disease Control is expressing concern over a new fungus that's growing, and it's now in Pennsylvania.
Death toll climbs in outbreak linked to recalled eye drops
The CDC says three people have died, eight have lost their vision and four had an eyeball removed.
Pop-up events to distribute free naloxone in Allegheny County
Several pop-up events across Allegheny County will distribute free naloxone to help decrease overdoses.
DEA issues alert about widespread threat of veterinary tranquilizer xylazine
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration issued an alert Monday about the widespread threat of fentanyl mixed with xylazine, a veterinary tranquilizer also commonly known as "tranq" or "tranq dope."
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Crosby reaches 30-goal mark, Penguins knock off Avs 5-2
Jeff Carter had a pair of goals, Sidney Crosby scored on a nifty backhand shot in the second period to reach the 30-goal mark for an 11th season and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Colorado Avalanche 5-2.
The Bracket Challenge is back!
Play the Bracket Challenge on KDKA.com.
17 Pittsburgh Riverhounds' matches will be televised on Pittsburgh's CW and streamed LIVE on KDKA.com
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC and Pittsburgh's CW have entered a partnership for the 2023 season
Report: Micah Shrewsberry leaves Penn State for Notre Dame
Penn State is reportedly looking for a new men's basketball coach.
Lawmakers propose Roberto Clemente Day in Pennsylvania
Roberto Clemente already has his own day in Major League Baseball, but three lawmakers want to cement Sept. 15 as Roberto Clemente Day in Pennsylvania.
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Foot Locker to close more than 400 stores ahead of brand reset
Sneaker company plans to close hundreds of in-mall shops before opening more standalone stores.
Norfolk Southern supports some new regs after Ohio disaster
Norfolk Southern's CEO is offering support for some parts of a bipartisan U.S. Senate bill to put tougher safety regulations on railroads.
Pro-Moscow voices tried to steer Ohio train disaster debate
Not long after the Ohio train derailment, pro-Russian voices on Twitter began spreading anti-U.S. propaganda about the incident.
Ford recalls 1.5M vehicles to fix brake hoses, wiper arms
Ford is recalling more than 1.5 million vehicles in the U.S. in two actions to fix leaky brake hoses and windshield wiper arms that can break.
Biggest banks, including PNC and BNY Mellon, create $30B rescue package for First Republic
Eleven of the biggest banks in the country announced a $30 billion rescue package for First Republic Bank on Thursday, in an effort to stop the California-based bank from becoming the third bank to fail in less than a week.
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Kennywood gives sneak peek into park's 125th season
Just 30 days away from opening Day at Kennywood, the park is buzzing with activity to get things ready for the 125th season.
Tom Hanks to deliver commencement speech at Harvard
Hanks, 66, will be the principal speaker at Harvard's 372nd Commencement, which will be held in Tercentenary Theater on May 25.
Peter Gabriel adds Pittsburgh stop to tour
Pittsburgh is one of 13 cities Peter Gabriel is adding to his massive tour.
Comedians Steve Martin, Martin Short bringing show to Pittsburgh
Comedians Steve Martin and Martin Short are bringing their tour to Pittsburgh in September.
Lance Reddick, actor in "The Wire" and "John Wick" movies, dies at age 60
The actor's death was confirmed to CBS News by two of his representatives.
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Trying a 'sleep divorce' (Pt. 2)
So, what are the benefits of a "sleep divorce" and will it lead to a loss of intimacies? KDKA's John Shumway continues his research.
Trying a 'sleep divorce' (Pt. 1)
While it's not an actual divorce, it means sleeping separately. KDKA's John Shumway spoke with a couple of experts on the benefits.
KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (3/23)
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
City council approves funding for Charles Anderson Bridge
Pittsburgh City Council gave preliminary approval for a contract that could fast track the reopening of the Charles Anderson Memorial Bridge. KDKA's Chris DeRose has the details.
Eat'n Park temporarily discontinues grilled stickies
The popular Eat'n Park dessert is no longer on the menu.
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2023 Pittsburgh International Auto Show drives into David L. Lawrence Convention Center
The 2023 Pittsburgh International Auto Show cruised into the David L. Lawrence Convention Center on Feb. 17 for a weekend of fun and automobiles.
McKeesport Officer Sean Sluganski laid to rest
The McKeesport community came together Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023, to say a final farewell to fallen police officer Sean Sluganski, who was killed in the line of duty.
Train derailment causes massive fire in East Palestine, Ohio
A train derailment caused a massive fire caused in East Palestine, Ohio on Feb. 3, 2023.
Sights of the Season: The ups and downs of the 2022 Pittsburgh Steelers
The Steelers started out with a 2-6 record before going 7-2 down the stretch to finish 9-8, just missing out on making the playoffs.
Beloved Brackenridge Police Chief Justin McIntire laid to rest
Hundreds of law enforcement officials attended the funeral for Brackenridge Police Chief Justin McIntire at Mt. St. Peter Roman Catholic Church in New Kensington on Jan. 11, 2023.
