'Who Steals A Cheese Grater?': Meth Use Blamed For Strange Crime Spree
"Who steals a cheese grader?" burglary victim Mason Tackett asked. "He's got the works…Lysol… he stole an empty bottle of spray," he continued.
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"Who steals a cheese grader?" burglary victim Mason Tackett asked. "He's got the works…Lysol… he stole an empty bottle of spray," he continued.
the woman had just withdrawn $75,000 from the bank for their local check cashing business when she was ambushed by a thief who tried to rip her purse away.
A dying man has chosen to forgive an alleged pickpocket who spoiled his "trip of a lifetime" in a letter that's receiving global attention.
A Texas teen's mugshot has unexpectedly launched her career giving makeup advice.
Police in Florida say a woman's shopping trip to Publix ended in the meat department after she tried to steal several steaks by hiding them in her pants.
Police in Kentucky say a woman who got tired of waiting for her relatives to pick her up from the hospital stole an ambulance.
A group of cows decided to chase down and herd the woman into custody after she invaded their field.
Luckily the boy was not hurt and now a local hardware store has stepped up to help the young man's landscaping business.
Kyle Brown is crediting his pit bull Petey with saving his, and his family's lives after a gunman barricaded himself inside his Romulus home on Friday.
Two carjackers in Tennessee were foiled when they ran into something completely unexpected in their victim's car: a manual transmission.
An Ohio judge had enough of being repeatedly interrupted by a chatty defendant and had the man's mouth taped shut during a sentencing hearing.
A Minnesota teen has been arrested after police say he tore out his elderly relative's eyes with his bare hands.
A New Jersey school official dubbed the "Pooperintendent" is now out of a job months after he was caught defecating on a rival school's football field.
A teenager in California is in serious trouble after going on a crime spree when his phone reportedly ran out of data.
A Detroit woman's Facebook video has gone viral after she recorded police officers taking her disabled father out of bed to face alleged charges from 29 years ago.
The prosecutor's office says an investigation revealed that Herring and Brochhausen were frustrated because their 4-month-old son would not stop crying and placed him in "time out."
A Florida man stopped by police says he wasn't driving drunk, he was only drinking while stopped at traffic lights.
Miami Beach police say 46-year-old Jonathan Crenshaw held a pair of scissors with his feet and stabbed 22-year-old Cesar Coronado just after midnight on July 10.
Police say a burglar in Washington state got more than he bargained for when he broke into an "escape room" and (ironically) couldn't escape.
A senior citizen in Florida is facing serious criminal charges after he was caught on video allegedly trying to attack his neighbor with a tractor.
A Florida man was arrested after allegedly attacking four ducks with a stick and stomping them to death.
An Oklahoma waitress did not make a good first impression after being arrested for allegedly skimming credit cards on her first day at work.
A Florida deputy is being praised for his expert aim after stopping a hammer-wielding suspect with a can of baked beans.
An Oregon man who allegedly stole a car and drove for miles going the wrong way claims he thought he was playing "Grand Theft Auto" while high on LSD.
Three people are in the hospital after a dispute over dog poop turned into a violent shootout and standoff with police.
Allegheny County Police said the shooting happened outside of H's Bar & Grill on Thursday night.
The district told families on Thursday it is drawing up contingency plans to minimize disruptions.
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.
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.
Allegheny County Police said the shooting happened outside of H's Bar & Grill on Thursday night.
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.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
The start of the school year in Penn Hills could look a little different this year due to a potential strike by support staff.
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.
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.
