Gov. Mike DeWine wants Ohio to abolish the death penalty, says it's not a deterrent
Gov. Mike DeWine says he believes Ohio should abolish the death penalty.
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Gov. Mike DeWine says he believes Ohio should abolish the death penalty.
The case has been dropped against a man who spent a quarter-century on death row for the robbery and murder of a New Jersey woman at an Ohio hotel nearly three decades ago.
Marcellus Williams was convicted in the 1998 stabbing death of Felicia Gayle in Missouri, but DNA testing raised questions.
Capital punishment could emerge as a major campaign issue in the U.S. presidential race for the first time in 30 years, with top GOP candidates already one-upping each other by touting tougher, more far-reaching death penalty laws.
The man charged in the deadliest attack on Jewish people in U.S. history has lost a bid to get the death penalty removed as a possible punishment.
Gov. Mike DeWine has postponed three more executions scheduled for this year, continuing Ohio's unofficial death penalty moratorium.
The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections has signed a Notice of Execution for convicted cop killer Eric Frein.
A local man who killed his estranged girlfriend is scheduled to be executed on March 13.
A convicted Ohio killer who survived a botched execution attempt in 2009 is asking a federal judge to prevent a second trip to the state's death chamber.
An execution date has been set for the man convicted in the ambush shooting deaths of three Pittsburgh police officers in Stanton Heights.
A Washington County man is scheduled to be executed sometime next month, but the likelihood of that happening is pretty slim.
Gov. Tom Corbett has signed an execution warrant for a man convicted in the "Kill for Thrill" murders 33 years ago.
The United States Supreme Court refused to issue a stay of execution Wednesday night for death row inmate Troy Davis, who was convicted of murdering a police officer in Georgia based primarily on eyewitness testimony.
During a show at Mr. Smalls, the wrestler collapsed and had to be taken to the hospital.
The 9/11 Memorial Trail Alliance is making sure the trail that connects the sites of that day keeps the memories of those lost alive.
Sunday will have mostly sunny skies and highs in the 70s, which will stay in place for a few days.
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.
A couple in Penn Hills is in the dark, along with a large tree in their front yard, after it came down Friday afternoon.
A fight involving a Dunbar council member broke out at a memorial event for a 9-year-old Fayette County girl who was found dead last year.
During a show at Mr. Smalls, the wrestler collapsed and had to be taken to the hospital.
A Churchill woman is charged with theft by unlawful taking, receiving stolen property, access device fraud and 24 counts of issuing bad checks.
The 9/11 Memorial Trail Alliance is making sure the trail that connects the sites of that day keeps the memories of those lost alive.
Sunday will have mostly sunny skies and highs in the 70s, which will stay in place for a few days.
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.
The ruling marks a blow to the federal government's long-delayed effort to prosecute Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is accused of developing the plot to crash planes into the Pentagon and World Trade Center.
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked enforcement of an Ohio requirement that voters show proof of citizenship when registering to vote at a motor vehicle bureau
Data centers have become the hottest issue in political races across the country, including Pennsylvania's race for governor.
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.
You can help support the Ronald McDonald House's mission during Ronald McDonald Digital Day.
It was just about a year ago that Marlon Wayans was in Pittsburgh promoting the new Scary Movie, and this weekend, he's back for 5 shows at the Pittsburgh Improv!
We're spotlighting some of the best pizza places around Pittsburgh, and we kick things off with breakfast pizza from Dagny's Eatery!
The Acrisure Stadium Kickoff and Rib Festival is back, and Robby is live, giving us a preview of all the barbecue-fueled fun!
Why are David and Heather wearing giant hats?! That answer … and YOUR questions for the Friday Free for All
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.
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.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
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.
Mason Heintschel threw seven touchdown passes, tying the school record to lead Pittsburgh to a 59-14 win against Miami (Ohio) on Saturday.
West Virginia jumped out to a big first-half lead, then held on for a 31-24 victory over Coastal Carolina.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the skidding Los Angeles Angels 1-0 on Friday night.
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.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
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 9/11 Memorial Trail Alliance is making sure the trail that connects the sites of that day keeps the memories of those lost alive. Megan Shinn spoke with those involved about their work.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
A fight involving a Dunbar council member broke out at a memorial event for a 9-year-old Pennsylvania girl who was found dead a year ago in the Youghiogheny River. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer reports.
A couple in Penn Hills is in the dark, along with a large tree in their front yard, after it came down Friday afternoon, blocking the sidewalk that leads up to their front door.
A fight involving a Dunbar council member broke out at a memorial event for a 9-year-old Pennsylvania girl who was found dead a year ago in the Youghiogheny River. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer reports.
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.
