Taxpayer dollars unaccounted for from Pittsburgh's finances, DA says
Stephen Zappala provided an update on the Allegheny County District Attorney's Office's investigation into alleged stolen taxpayer money in Pittsburgh.
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Stephen Zappala provided an update on the Allegheny County District Attorney's Office's investigation into alleged stolen taxpayer money in Pittsburgh.
Outside of confirming the warrant had been served, Zappala's office had no further comment.
Mayor Corey O'Connor petitioned the city council on Tuesday to reopen the budget and outlined millions of dollars in cuts.
The O'Connor administration will begin taking a scalpel to Pittsburgh's finances as it tries to close a $30 million to $40 million budget hole.
With revenue declining and costs increasing, council members said they reached a compromise.
Pittsburgh City Controller Rachael Heisler said the city's fleet is at a crossroads.
Pittsburgh is facing a major budget crisis and will likely turn to property owners to bail it out.
On Monday, Pittsburgh City Council took aim at a controversial $6 million comprehensive plan, saying the public is being short-changed.
Corey O'Connor defeated Tony Moreno in the race for mayor of Pittsburgh on Tuesday, the AP projects.
City Controller Rachael Heisler said Mayor Ed Gainey's preliminary budget is "unrealistic."
Mayor Ed Gainey's administration released its final preliminary budget proposal on Tuesday.
In his last year in office, will Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey be forced to raise taxes amid a pending financial crisis?
The Strip District Business Association has filed a formal complaint challenging Pittsburgh's proposed Penn Avenue "Rightsizing" project.
More than $1.7 million in taxpayer money is going to community groups in the city to address violence.
Is Pittsburgh headed for a budget crisis, or is it already in crisis?
Pittsburgh City Controller Rachael Heisler's annual fiscal report found the city is spending more money than it's taking in.
It's the hottest contested Pittsburgh mayoral race in recent memory.
Pennsylvania voters head to the polls on May 20 to vote in the state's primary election, including voting for Pittsburgh mayor.
With just a week to go, the money keeps pouring into the Democratic primary for mayor of Pittsburgh.
On Wednesday night, Mayor Ed Gainey and Allegheny County Controller Corey O'Connor faced off in a debate on KDKA+.
Gainey's order revealed the "All-Hazard Mitigation Plan" in an effort to bolster the city's storm preparedness.
After water fountains across Pittsburgh were not turned on until the mid to late summer last year, the Gainey administration says things will be different this year.
Pittsburgh City Controller Rachael Heisler released her annual report on Thursday with a stark warning about the city's financial future.
The group hopes to learn what they can to help make next year's draft in the Steel City the best it can be.
Affordable housing has been one of the issues central to the Democratic primary race for mayor of Pittsburgh.
Nearly 80 children reported missing in Ohio were found during a statewide operation, the U.S. Marshals Service said.
A woman in Lebanon County was scammed out of more than $300,000 in an online romance scheme.
Jerry Sandusky was scheduled to appear in court remotely for a hearing on a claim that an accuser would recant allegations that Sandusky sexually abused him.
A Pittsburgh-area mother is sharing her story after she says her daughter was exposed to measles at UPMC Children's Hospital.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Jerry Sandusky was scheduled to appear in court remotely for a hearing on a claim that an accuser would recant allegations that Sandusky sexually abused him.
A Pittsburgh-area mother is sharing her story after she says her daughter was exposed to measles at UPMC Children's Hospital.
Nearly 80 children reported missing in Ohio were found during a statewide operation, the U.S. Marshals Service said.
A woman in Lebanon County was scammed out of more than $300,000 in an online romance scheme.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Congressman Chris Deluzio says he's thinking about running against Sen. John Fetterman in the 2028 Democratic primary in Pennsylvania.
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.
A former staffer confirmed that Sen. John Fetterman has routinely dismissed and at times refused to do core aspects of the job.
Lawmakers could also vote on condemning socialism and censuring GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards.
It seems like each week we get a new story or warning about a scam over the phone or on the internet. Here's how you can avoid them.
With proposed 50% tariffs on the table, the cost of new and used cars could increase by thousands in the near future.
A new report tries to calculate how much Pennsylvanians need to earn to live what's considered a comfortable lifestyle.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
Flatland Cavalry is opening for country artist Kasey Musgraves at PPG Paints Arena on Sept. 8.
Over 100 local and national fine artists will be featured at this year's "A Fair in the Park," taking place from Sept. 11-13, 2026.
David and Heather guess the value of three items chosen from the PTL mailbox.
Daisy Jade travels to the Heinz History Center to see the new lifelike historical figures added to the World War II section.
David and Heather talk about their Labor Day weekends and taste chicken-flavored Oreos!
The Steel City Youth Football League announced disciplinary action following video that captured an on-field brawl.
Misdemeanor and summary charges have been filed against the coaches involved in a youth football brawl in Pittsburgh.
Police departments all around the country say surveillance technologies like cameras, drones, and license plate readers have proved invaluable in tracking and arresting violent criminals.
Video shows youth football coaches from Carlynton and Keystone Oaks fighting on the field during a game over the weekend.
Police public safety services are being questioned in Forward Township.
A Pittsburgh-area mother is sharing her story after she says her daughter was exposed to measles at UPMC Children's Hospital.
Pennsylvania health officials said an out-of-state person tested positive for measles and may have exposed others at a Pennsylvania Turnpike service plaza in Westmoreland County.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
For the first time since 1991, Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles.
Jerry Sandusky was scheduled to appear in court remotely for a hearing on a claim that an accuser would recant allegations that Sandusky sexually abused him.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are partnering with Pittsburgh Public Schools to give every student two free tickets to upcoming preseason games.
Paul Skenes pitched 5 1/3 scoreless innings for his first win since July 19 to lead the Pirates over the Angels 1-0.
Yusei Kikuchi pitched six scoreless innings and earned his first win of the season as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Pirates 6-1 on Saturday.
Rocco Becht threw for 271 yards with four touchdowns and No. 18 Penn State beat Marshall 45-0 to begin the Matt Campbell era.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Pittsburgh leaders and their partners are making a concerted effort to revitalize a North Side business district.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
A show coming to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg looks to pay tribute to Dolly Parton.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Pittsburghers are remembering Dolly Parton as "one of a kind" following her death on Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
The storm that left so much devastation last week continues to have people cleaning up. The Oakmont Carnegie Library is still closed as their cleanup efforts turn into repairs. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman reports.
Pittsburgh Public Works crews spent part of Tuesday cleaning up a mess in the city's Manchester neighborhood after a massive tree came down. KDKA-TV's Ross Guidotti reports.
Youth sports can teach kids teamwork, discipline and how to handle a win or a tough loss. But these days, parents may also be learning a few lessons of their own, like just how quickly a little league can lead to a very big bill! And beyond the money, there can be pressure on kids to perform and parents to keep up.
It's Sourdough September and we're taking this baking trend beyond the bread loaf. Sourdough has been having a major moment, but there's more you can do with it than just slice it, toast it and slather it with butter. The owner of Sour Power Bakery is showing us how she's turning sourdough into something sweet and special!
Pennsylvania is making national news headlines for something some health experts never expected -- the measles outbreaks. At first, the cases in our state seemed to be largely contained to Lancaster County's Mennonite and Amish communities. But over the weekend, exposure here in Pittsburgh was reported. Heather sat down with an infectious disease doctor, and since that interview took place, more cases and more concern. But that also means more importance on conversations, like this one.
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.
