'Upper-level trafficker' gets 8-16 years after pleading guilty to bringing drugs from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh area
A man pleaded guilty to bringing more than 1,000 bricks of heroin and fentanyl to Butler County.
Fentanyl
"Psychopath" security chief for sons of "El Chapo" arrested in Mexico
President Joe Biden thanked Mexico for the arrest of "El Nini" -- the hyper violent, alleged security chief for the "Chapitos" wing of the Sinaloa cartel.
Reward offered for man accused of trafficking $1.6M in fentanyl to Pittsburgh
Allegheny County sheriff's deputies are searching for Yan Carlos Pichardo-Cepeda.
What is xylazine? Animal tranquilizer a growing problem, officials say
Officials said that 70 percent of the heroin on the street has xylazine in it.
Pittsburgh first responders expect fentanyl when responding to overdoses, EMS chief says
Fentanyl is killing Americans at an alarming rate.
Man accused of trafficking $1.6M in fentanyl to Pittsburgh no-show in court
Yan Carlos Pichardo Cepeda was arrested in Pittsburgh following a trip from New York.
New York man accused of trafficking $1.6M in fentanyl to Pittsburgh
A New York man was arrested after agents said they caught him trying to traffic $1.6 million worth of fentanyl into Pittsburgh.
Woman accused of selling fentanyl to undercover officer in Westmoreland County
Police say she brought the drugs to a motel last weekend in exchange for $1,000.
Woman accused of selling fentanyl to undercover officer in Westmoreland County
Police say she brought the drugs to a motel last weekend in exchange for $1,000.
Baby dies after teen mother puts fentanyl in baby bottle, sheriff says
The baby ingested enough fentanyl to kill 10 adults, authorities said.
Mother charged with involuntary manslaughter after 4-month-old baby dies of fentanyl toxicity
A Pittsburgh woman is facing involuntary manslaughter charges after her baby died with fentanyl in his system.
County police announce second arrest in fentanyl death of 7-month-old child
In January, a 7-month-old was found unresponsive in a home in Penn Hills.
Mother spreading awareness after losing daughter to fentanyl overdose
A Pine Township mother is speaking up for the first time since her daughter died of a fentanyl overdose a year ago.
White House warns of "emerging threat" of fentanyl and veterinary drug
The Office of National Drug Control Policy announced the designation on Wednesday, the first time the office has used it since the category for fast-growing drug dangers was created in 2019.
FDA approves overdose-reversing Narcan for over-the-counter sale
In the 12-month period ending in Oct. 2022, the United States recorded 101,750 overdose deaths, primarily from opioids.
Penn Hills baby died with fentanyl in her system, Allegheny County police said
Allegheny County police are investigating after a 7-month-old Penn Hills girl died with fentanyl in her system.
U.S. alleges Rite Aid ignored red flags in filling opioid prescriptions
The Justice Department alleged Rite Aid's Government Affairs department told employees to delete internal information warning about suspicious prescribers.
Some addiction treatment centers turn big profits by scaling back care
Private equity groups are cashing in on rising rates of alcohol and drug addiction in the U.S.
Gov. Wolf signs several bills, including legalizing fentanyl testing strips
Wolf signed a slew of new laws, 66 in total, but among them was legislation legalizing the strips for personal usage.
Uniontown mother facing charges after baby’s fentanyl overdose
A Fayette County woman is behind bars after allegedly trying to cover up her baby’s accidental overdose, state police said.
CVS Health agrees to $5 billion settlement of opioid lawsuits
Deal would make it the first major pharmacy chain to reach a nationwide settlement over its handling of opioid prescriptions.
Pa. State Senate passes bill amending Controlled Substances Act of 1972
The bill decriminalizes fentanyl test strips.
State senate passes fentanyl test strip bill
The bill amends the Controlled Substances Act of 1972, which will now decriminalize fentanyl test strips.
Supreme Court ruling could help doctors escape opioid charges
A recent Supreme Court ruling has raised the bar to convict doctors accused of fueling the opioid crisis.
Two suspects arrested in 'largest counterfeit pill bust' of its kind
7,400 pills containing fentanyl were found at the home in East Huntingdon.
CBS News Pittsburgh — Watch Live 24/7
Latest News
Steelers-Colts game date and time announced
The NFL has announced the date and time for the Steelers' Week 15 game against the Indianapolis Colts.
Pittsburgh-area man charged after infant hospitalized with broken bones and bruising
The two-month-old was hospitalized with severe bruising, two possible rib fractures and fractures on both legs.
Crews get large brush fire under control at North Park
Crews are battling a large brush fire near the North Park Boathouse.
Inmate escapes from Philadelphia prison, manhunt underway
Police are searching for escaped inmate 34-year-old Gino Hagenkotter in the Holmesburg section of Philadelphia, the city says.
Outgoing Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald lines up next job
Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald has a new job lined up after he leaves office in January.
Latest News
More Latest News
Steelers-Colts game date and time announced
The NFL has announced the date and time for the Steelers' Week 15 game against the Indianapolis Colts.
Pittsburgh-area man charged after infant hospitalized with broken bones and bruising
The two-month-old was hospitalized with severe bruising, two possible rib fractures and fractures on both legs.
Crews get large brush fire under control at North Park
Crews are battling a large brush fire near the North Park Boathouse.
Inmate escapes from Philadelphia prison, manhunt underway
Police are searching for escaped inmate 34-year-old Gino Hagenkotter in the Holmesburg section of Philadelphia, the city says.
Outgoing Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald lines up next job
Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald has a new job lined up after he leaves office in January.
Politics
More Politics
Outgoing Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald lines up next job
Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald has a new job lined up after he leaves office in January.
Go 'Around The Table' with Stacy Smith
Stream Around The Table segments here on CBS News Pittsburgh.
Henry Kissinger, influential and controversial diplomat, dies at age 100
Henry Kissinger, known for his practice of "realpolitik," was credited with helping thaw relations between the U.S. and China. But he was also accused of alleged war crimes.
Pennsylvania redesigns mail-in ballots in effort to decrease rejected votes
Pennsylvania is redesigning the envelopes and instruction sheets before the 2024 primary.
New Kensington approves 73% increase for garbage pickup
New Kensington homeowners and renters will have to pay nearly double for their garbage pickup next year.
Consumer News
More Consumer News
Power to the consumers: Utility rates rising and falling depending on supplier on Dec. 1
Heads up - tomorrow electric and gas rates could be increasing or decreasing depending on your supplier.
Latest Product Recall Information
Want to check the latest product recalls, click here!
Shop local this holiday season at Handmade Arcade
PTL's Heather Abraham and Ron Smiley are getting a preview of Handmade Arcade, where you can shop and buy locally-made gifts for the holiday season.
Interior design experts predict 2024 will be the year of the mirror
Searches for mirrors went up 34% this year on Yelp.
Helping you shop local this holiday season with Matina Vassilaros
At a shop in Squirrel Hill, you'll find ethically sourced, handcrafted goods from all over the world. Today, we're getting a look at some of these unique items. The GM of Ten Thousand Villages, Matina Vassilaros, joined us to help us shop local this holiday season.
Pittsburgh Today Live
More Pittsburgh Today Live
Pittsburgh Today Live
The Black Market: Holiday Edition offers unique ideas for holiday gifts
PTL's Heather and David Highfield are getting a preview of The Black Market: Holiday Edition 2023. It's shifting locations to Wood Street this holiday season, but still offers unique, handmade products from local Black business owners.
Something Good: Pittsburgh athlete headed to Paralympic Games
Congrats to Pittsburgh's Calahan Young! He helped his goalball team to victory and now they are headed to compete in the 2024 Paralympic Games!
PTL Weekend Guide: Nov. 30, 2023
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier has a look at what's going on around town this weekend!
Sleigh you holiday shopping list at Macy's
PTL's Daisy Jade heads over to the Macy's at South Hills Village where she's meeting up with personal stylist Brenna Bolick for a look at all their great options for holiday gifts.
Slithering in another guest from Wild World of Animals
Our friend, Grant Kemmerer, of Wild World of Animals, stops by with a couple of his wild friends to give us a preview of his upcoming show at The Lamp Theatre in Irwin.
KDKA Investigations
More KDKA Investigations
Testing shows many Pennsylvania kids are drinking lead-tainted water at school
Some schools are exposing children to daily doses of lead-tainted water.
Insurance fraud agency warns of "wreck chasers" charging thousands to tow cars
If you're in a wreck, going with the wrong tow truck driver may cost you or your insurance company a small fortune.
Pittsburghers charged thousands of dollars to get cars towed after crashes
You're in a car accident and need a tow, but when you get the bill it's for thousands of dollars.
VA says it's open to exploring the use of psychedelics to treat PTSD
In a statement to KDKA-TV Investigates, the VA says it is now open to the use of psychedelics to treat PTSD.
Veterans in Pittsburgh say they are finding relief in psychedelics
Adam Zaffuto came home to Pittsburgh after tours of duty overseas, but the wars and their emotional scars came with him.
Health
More Health
Shannen Doherty says cancer has spread to her bones
The "Charmed" and "Beverly Hills, 90210" actor said she hopes to get into clinical trials as new treatments are developed but what drives her now is the desire "to prove" that she can work despite her cancer diagnosis.
Schools across the U.S. will soon be able to order free COVID tests
The tests will be available from a federal stockpile starting in December, and schools can distribute them to students, families, staff and larger school communities.
Protein bars recalled after hairnet and shrink wrap found in products
Recalled Burn Boot Camp snacks were sold at locations run by gym franchises throughout the U.S.
This company says it has the secret to longer life for larger dogs
FDA finds reasonable expectation of effectiveness for drug designed to keep bigger breeds around longer, biotech firm says.
How to handle sickness after spending time with others during the holiday season
It's inevitable that people get sick during the holidays -- but how long is it before you're out of the woods?
Sports
More Sports
Steelers-Colts game date and time announced
The NFL has announced the date and time for the Steelers' Week 15 game against the Indianapolis Colts.
Pirates reportedly hire Sarah Gelles as assistant general manager
She joins the front office after serving as Houston's Research and Development Department Director.
Pirates announce new starting times for home games in the 2024 season
If you're heading to PNC Park for games next summer, first pitch will be at a different time.
Steelers submitting official bid to host 2026 or 2027 NFL Draft
The Steelers and the city have officially submitted a bid for a future NFL Draft.
Baseball minor leaguers complete first executive board since unionizing
Minor league players elected their first association representatives and alternate representatives since unionizing when the Major League Baseball Players Association held an executive board meeting.
Business News
More Business News
Power to the consumers: Utility rates rising and falling depending on supplier on Dec. 1
Heads up - tomorrow electric and gas rates could be increasing or decreasing depending on your supplier.
Steelers submitting official bid to host 2026 or 2027 NFL Draft
The Steelers and the city have officially submitted a bid for a future NFL Draft.
Rite Aid closing two more Pittsburgh store locations
The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection last month.
Officials warn about website not affiliated with Pittsburgh Fine Wine & Good Spirits store
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board is warning customers about a website not affiliated with the state.
Pittsburgh Black Friday 2023 Store Shopping Guide: Plan your holiday shopping strategy
Here's a list of local shopping centers, malls and stores in Pittsburgh, and how they're planning for the biggest shopping day of the year.
Entertainment
More Entertainment
The Postal Service, Death Cab for Cutie bringing joint tour to Pittsburgh
The Postal Service and Death Cab for Cutie are coming to Pittsburgh after adding more dates to their joint tour.
Shane MacGowan, longtime frontman of The Pogues, dies at 65
Singer-songwriter Shane MacGowan, the longtime front-man of The Pogues, died at the age of 65 surrounded by loved ones in Ireland, his family said.
Shannen Doherty says cancer has spread to her bones
The "Charmed" and "Beverly Hills, 90210" actor said she hopes to get into clinical trials as new treatments are developed but what drives her now is the desire "to prove" that she can work despite her cancer diagnosis.
Lineup revealed for Pittsburgh's First Night celebration
The countdown to 2024 is on, and the lineup for Pittsburgh's First Night celebration is out.
Taylor Swift was Spotify's most-streamed artist in 2023
Taylor Swift was the most-streamed artist globally in 2023, according to Spotify Wrapped. Here's how you can find who you spent the most time with this year.
Latest Videos
More Latest Videos
Latest Videos
Heather learns how to breakdance
"One-Log Bridge" will feature a variety of performance styles, including break-dancing, which we saw from the show's choreographer, Jason Noer and dance captain Lulu James.
Coming up on Talk Pittsburgh
Coming up on Talk Pittsburgh (11/30)
Priest facing felony charges for alleged theft of parish funds
Father George Athanasiou, 42, of the All Saints Greek Orthodox Church in Canonsburg was arrested on Wednesday.
What's Hoppin': Leftovers-themed seasonal cocktails
We're now a week past Thanksgiving, but if you bought items in bulk, you may still have some ingredients left over from the big food holiday. Blue Sky Kitchen and Bar's director of vibes, Tyler Lewis, was here to show us some seasonal cocktails we can make from these ingredients.
Creative ways to utilize your spice cabinet with Chef Alekka Sweeney
Meal delivery services can help you save time and cut down on food waste, but sometimes, you'll find yourself with leftover spices. Chef Alekka Sweeney showed us some fun and delicious ways to put those to good use.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
PHOTOS: Steelers force late turnover, beat Packers 23-19
Jaylen Warren and Najee Harris each rushed for a touchdown in the win.
PHOTOS: Steelers beat Titans 20-16 on Thursday Night Football
The Steelers' defense came up big with a stand in the shadow of their end goal post late in the game.
PHOTOS: Steelers come up short, lose 20-10 to Jaguars
Kenny Pickett left the game with an injury and Mitch Trubisky was unable to lead a comeback rally in the second half.
KDKA dresses up for Halloween
What will you be for Halloween? Here are some of your favorite KDKA anchors and reporters in their costumes to give you inspiration.
Pittsburgh Penguins upgrade menu, fan experience for 2023-24 season
"We've had a very busy off-season. We put about $30 million in investments in the arena." -- Kevin Acklin, of the Penguins' front office, said
