Pittsburgh first responders expect fentanyl when responding to overdoses, EMS chief says
Fentanyl is killing Americans at an alarming rate.
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Fentanyl is killing Americans at an alarming rate.
Yan Carlos Pichardo Cepeda was arrested in Pittsburgh following a trip from New York.
A New York man was arrested after agents said they caught him trying to traffic $1.6 million worth of fentanyl into Pittsburgh.
Police say she brought the drugs to a motel last weekend in exchange for $1,000.
Police say she brought the drugs to a motel last weekend in exchange for $1,000.
The baby ingested enough fentanyl to kill 10 adults, authorities said.
A Pittsburgh woman is facing involuntary manslaughter charges after her baby died with fentanyl in his system.
In January, a 7-month-old was found unresponsive in a home in Penn Hills.
A Pine Township mother is speaking up for the first time since her daughter died of a fentanyl overdose a year ago.
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.
In the 12-month period ending in Oct. 2022, the United States recorded 101,750 overdose deaths, primarily from opioids.
Allegheny County police are investigating after a 7-month-old Penn Hills girl died with fentanyl in her system.
The Justice Department alleged Rite Aid's Government Affairs department told employees to delete internal information warning about suspicious prescribers.
Private equity groups are cashing in on rising rates of alcohol and drug addiction in the U.S.
Wolf signed a slew of new laws, 66 in total, but among them was legislation legalizing the strips for personal usage.
A Fayette County woman is behind bars after allegedly trying to cover up her baby’s accidental overdose, state police said.
Deal would make it the first major pharmacy chain to reach a nationwide settlement over its handling of opioid prescriptions.
The bill decriminalizes fentanyl test strips.
The bill amends the Controlled Substances Act of 1972, which will now decriminalize fentanyl test strips.
A recent Supreme Court ruling has raised the bar to convict doctors accused of fueling the opioid crisis.
7,400 pills containing fentanyl were found at the home in East Huntingdon.
State Senator Doug Mastriano, the Republican nominee for governor, is co-sponsoring a bill that would mean harsher sentences for drug dealers.
The bill calls for mandatory minimum sentences of 25 years for dealers convicted of selling drugs with fentanyl that lead to an overdose.
The federal government designated May 10 as a day to focus on the dangers of fentanyl.
Seven hundred thousand stamp bags of Fentanyl, more than a half million dollars in cash, a small arsenal of weapons and several confiscated luxury cars and motorcycles.
The park opens for the season on Saturday as the Phantom's Revenge turns 25 years old this year.
It's going to be a busy sports weekend in Pittsburgh and the NFL draft is right around the corner.
Airbnb hosts in Pittsburgh are coming to terms with the possibility of earning less money than they expected.
Three motorcycle club members are charged in thefts targeting Harley-Davidson dealerships in Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh restaurants are gearing up to feed hungry fans during next week's NFL draft.
The park opens for the season on Saturday as the Phantom's Revenge turns 25 years old this year.
It's going to be a busy sports weekend in Pittsburgh and the NFL draft is right around the corner.
Airbnb hosts in Pittsburgh are coming to terms with the possibility of earning less money than they expected.
Three motorcycle club members are charged in thefts targeting Harley-Davidson dealerships in Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh restaurants are gearing up to feed hungry fans during next week's NFL draft.
Putting warning labels on social media platforms is the goal of a bill currently moving through Congress.
Wednesday is Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor's 100th day in office, and by all accounts, he's hit the ground running.
The Trump administration is ratcheting up attacks on environmental protections that Make America Healthy Again followers hold dear.
Pope Leo has been critical of the war in Iran and other priorities of the Trump administration, but says his comments are "not meant as attacks on anyone."
President Trump said the U.S. Navy will begin blockading ships from entering or exiting the Strait of Hormuz and intercept vessels that have paid tolls to Iran.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning sports fans to watch for scams as they buy tickets and merchandise tied to the NBA and NHL playoffs.
A new consumer safety warning is raising concerns about carbon monoxide detectors sold online.
Six new cities are being added to the Michelin Guide in 2027, and among those cities is right here in Pittsburgh.
Sheetz is expanding further into the Midwest, with plans to open 100 stores in Indiana over the next decade.
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier is back on PTL and he's letting you know the best weekend events in Pittsburgh!
The Kitchen at Soba is offering up some heat to celebrate the Thai new year, Songkran, and Chef Bill Fuller shows us just how delicious they are!
Joining the show is Liz Aqiuno an etiquette expert and she's giving some tips and tricks on how we can show the rest of the country how hospitable we are during the NFL draft.
Team PTL's Daisy Jade takes us to Lawrenceville and one of the best places to grab a drink with friends this summer - Spirit!
If you're going to be at the Pirates game on May 14, two familiar faces are taking the mound - Heather and David! They talk strategy, and much more on today's PTL Chat!
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
The federal government will begin the long-awaited cleanup of a nuclear waste dump outside Apollo in Armstrong County.
Short-term rental owners in Washington County could soon face new scrutiny.
Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski refused to drop an attempted homicide charge against Jasper Hilliard.
Shaler Township has installed new AEDs in 10 of its parks.
Health care workers are preparing to care for anyone who will need treatment.
UPMC and AHN say they've been collaborating about getting ready for an event of this magnitude.
When doctors found out Ainsley Flynn had viral myocarditis, they leaped into action to save her. Now, Flynn is giving back.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exploring everything radiation treatment can treat, and the success has been life-changing for people.
It's going to be a busy sports weekend in Pittsburgh and the NFL draft is right around the corner.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Flyers and Penguins renew the Battle of Pennsylvania in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Here's the first-round series schedule.
The Pittsburgh native and ESPN personality and the Pennsylvania governor placed a friendly wager on the Penguins-Flyers series.
There are plenty of events happening around the city for the NFL draft.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
West Virginia resident Rebecca Michalski struggles with soaring electricity bills that exceed her income.
Dave Chappelle has helped secure the future of a small-town radio station by funding the renovation of a historic building in Yellow Springs.
Hundreds gathered Wednesday morning at the Live! Casino in Hempfield Township to open Mangia, a new market and eatery featuring authentic Italian cuisine from local favorite DeLallo.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The trailer is out for the Pittsburgh-filmed "Hershey" biopic.
The Pitt star Noah Wyle is the newest name on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Pittsburgh-based show is a big reason why.
Dave Chappelle has helped secure the future of a small-town radio station by funding the renovation of a historic building in Yellow Springs.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
The park is celebrating milestone anniversaries for two of its iconic rides this year.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss today's sports topics.
With a week to go until the NFL draft in Pittsburgh, many had been hoping they can cash in by renting out their homes to visitors.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
An officer with the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police is under investigation for their use of force during an arrest.
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.
