Inmates sue over "tortuous conditions" of solitary confinement at SCI Fayette
A group of five Pennsylvania inmates said the conditions are unconstitutional, worsening and creating mental illness in those held there.
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A group of five Pennsylvania inmates said the conditions are unconstitutional, worsening and creating mental illness in those held there.
The suspect allegedly stole several items from the homes while the victims were asleep.
The group managed to break out through a weak point in a fence at the facility, police said, adding that the incident was captured on video.
Allegheny County is entering into an agreement with a private company to reopen the Shuman Juvenile Detention Center.
The search for escaped prisoner Danelo Cavalcante came to an end on Wednesday on the 14th day of the manhunt in South Coventry Township.
Democratic state lawmaker Jared Solomon says he'll run in next year's election for Pennsylvania attorney general.
John Michael Irmer, 68, was arraigned Monday in Boston in the death of Susan Marcia Rose.
Yan Carlos Pichardo Cepeda was arrested in Pittsburgh following a trip from New York.
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.
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.
Ta'Kiya Young, 21, of Columbus, died Thursday evening in Blendon.
Pittsburgh Public Safety alerted the public to the shooting around 11 a.m., and the suspect was pronounced dead shortly after 5 p.m.
KDKA's Meghan Schiller reports as a large presence of law enforcement remain on the scene of an "active shooting situation" in Garfield.
KDKA's Erica Mokay and Investigator Andy Sheehan have the latest as a large presence of law enforcement remain on the scene of an "active shooting situation" in Garfield.
A man who was the subject of a manhunt in two states last month after his escape from a Pennsylvania jail is facing more charges.
Mackenzie Shirilla was convicted last week of four counts each of murder and felonious assault.
Leander Bissell, 41, was convicted last month of murder, felonious assault, aggravated vehicular homicide and other counts.
One person was killed and eight others were wounded in a mass shooting in West Philadelphia early Saturday.
A Pittsburgh man has been sentenced to 18 months in prison and ordered to pay more than $77 million in restitution for his role in conspiring to pay illegal kickbacks.
The victim is expected to be OK.
Vallow Daybell was found guilty in the murders of two of her children, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan, conspiracy to murder her husband Chad's first wife, Tammy Daybell, and grand theft.
Jurors in deliberated for more than nine hours over two days before convicting 35-year-old Jacob Bumpass last week of both charges.
Authorities removed 90 living dogs from the property, where an owner was operating a "rescue" facility.
Officer Ryan Speakman was placed on paid administrative leave, Circleville Police Chief G. Shawn Baer in a statement Tuesday.
Shandon Ray Groom and Timothy Moore are scheduled for sentencing on Oct. 5.
Taryn Briggs and a 13-year-old were killed in a UTV crash in Susquehanna County on Wednesday, Pennsylvania State Police said.
James Cameron was shot and killed after trying to break into his ex-girlfriend's home in Harrison Township, Ohio, authorities said.
The borough of Oakmont has voted to move forward with a harvesting program to bring down its deer population.
A major overhaul could be coming to Head Start, a national program that provides early education and health services to low-income families.
The driver police say caused a deadly crash in West Mifflin is now facing homicide and DUI charges.
Taryn Briggs and a 13-year-old were killed in a UTV crash in Susquehanna County on Wednesday, Pennsylvania State Police said.
James Cameron was shot and killed after trying to break into his ex-girlfriend's home in Harrison Township, Ohio, authorities said.
The driver police say caused a deadly crash in West Mifflin is now facing homicide and DUI charges.
A New Kensington Police Department officer is on leave after a violent confrontation with a suspect who ended up in the hospital with serious facial injuries.
The borough of Oakmont has voted to move forward with a harvesting program to bring down its deer population.
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony before the committee last week.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the Trump administration's plan to ramp up deportations of Haitian migrants is a "mistake," arguing the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
The store will be located at the North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.
The number of people who are food insecure is rising, and experts have said that it is only going to get worse.
Just when it looked like relief was heading our way at the gas pump, prices could spike once again in Pittsburgh.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Check out this week’s weekend guide featuring some adult-only events at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History and Bottlerocket, along with more on the Allegheny County Summer Concert Series.
The back-to-school countdown has officially begun, but we're not ready to say goodbye to summer just yet. Before we trade pools for pencils, we're raising a glass to the season.
This season, there are some big changes in the "Hot Bench" courtroom, and we’re getting the verdict on what’s new.
We’re taking it to the kitchen with Meadows Frozen Custard to see how we can get in on this quarterback’s order.
It seems like PTL has been nominated for some awards... We’re checking it out. Plus, think, thank, thunk is getting fresh?
A community in Butler County said repeated boil water advisories have them uneasy about their water quality.
An investigation into alleged theft at the North Versailles tax collector's office is underway.
Nearly five months into a major road construction project in Beaver County, several small business owners say they are struggling to keep customers coming through the door.
Opposition to a data center at the back end of an industrial park is growing among residents of Hanover Township, Washington County.
A small community in Fayette County is pushing for answers after finding what appears to be raw sewage spilling into the woods.
Doctors are finding they are faced with questions about health advice from social media, but they caution that you can't always trust what you find.
August 1 is PA Donor Day, a day to bring awareness to organ donation and the countless lives it can save.
Chris Deluzio and Ro Khanna met with nurses at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh as the healthcare workers push for a new deal.
Allegheny County has nearly three dozen cases of cyclosporiasis resulting in two hospitalizations.
People who buy their healthcare coverage in Pennsylvania through the Affordable Care Act are expected to see their premiums skyrocket.
Koivunen was a restricted free agent this summer, and the team announced they had signed him to an 8-year deal.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Mason Rudolph is listed as the Steelers' backup quarterback.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Kyle Harrison struck out the final eight batters he faced, William Contreras homered and the Brewers beat the Pirates 4-2.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
Amtrak is adding a second trip from Pittsburgh to New York later this year, officials said during a public board meeting.
Attention is brewing around a proposed variance for Bethel Bakery to expand its parking.
The organizers of a plan aimed at making Pittsburgh's South Side safer are standing by their efforts.
Data center projects are on municipal drawing boards across the Pittsburgh region, and public opposition is growing.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Joe Manganiello says even when he spent 25 years living in Los Angeles, he always considered Pittsburgh home.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Dave Matthews stopped by a Pittsburgh restaurant before his show at Star Lake on Friday night.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
Iran and Oman are close to agreeing on new arrangements for the Strait of Hormuz, but not for a full reopening of the vital waterway, Iran's state news agency reported Thursday.
When Pittsburgh native and minor league umpire George Sosnak wasn't calling games, he was transforming baseballs into intricate visual stories filled with portraits, stats, highlights, and even autographs. Fan N'ation takes a look at some of these balls that are on display at The Westmoreland Museum of American Art.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
On Aug. 13, the 26th annual Little Italy Days starts in Pittsburgh’s Bloomfield neighborhood. KDKA’s Barry Pintar shows us what to expect this year.
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.
