Allegheny Co. Reports More Than 560 People Died Of An Overdose In 2019
Allegheny County's Chief Medical Examiner says 564 people died of an overdose last year -- an increase of 72 compared to 2018.
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Allegheny County's Chief Medical Examiner says 564 people died of an overdose last year -- an increase of 72 compared to 2018.
A district attorney in southeastern Pennsylvania has issued a public health warning in the wake of a series of drug overdoses believed to involve the same substance.
Two people were arrested after police say they found nearly $10,000 worth of drugs in a Leetsdale home.
Mayor Bill Peduto is calling on state lawmakers to decriminalize fentanyl test strips, saying they are "an effective opioid overdose prevention strategy."
The men accused of selling the drugs that killed Pittsburgh rapper Mac Miller will stand trial in 2020.
Authorities say a Pennsylvania man who was part of a drug trafficking operation that sold fentanyl on the dark web has been sentenced.
A North Dakota mother of three was arrested after authorities said her 8-month-old baby overdosed on opioids.
Pennsylvania's fentanyl crisis is costing taxpayers billions, according to a new report by Auditor General Eugene DePasquale.
Pennsylvania State Police say that more than $8.6 million in illegal drugs were confiscated in the past three months.
A third man has been arrested and charged with drug offenses in connection with the overdose death of rapper Mac Miller.
A man accused of providing a white powdery substance tainted with fentanyl at an after-party in Pittsburgh's South Side last weekend, is in federal court this afternoon for a detention hearing.
A Plum Borough man has pleaded guilty in federal court to participating in a heroin, fentanyl and cocaine distribution scheme.
An 11-month-old in Chester County is recovering from a heroin and fentanyl overdose.
An East Hills woman has been sentenced after her 18-month-old child died from drinking a fentanyl-filled sippy cup.
A convicted drug dealer will spend 16 to 32 years in prison.
A man has been convicted of a drug deal that resulted in the death of another man in 2017.
A former Pittsburgh resident pleaded guilty to a federal narcotics charge.
Federal prosecutors have charged a Hollywood Hills man in connection with the death of Mac Miller.
Authorities made 35 arrests, seized 30 kilograms of heroin, and over $700,000 across three states in a massive drug bust.
A Crafton man was indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of violating federal narcotics and firearms laws.
A local man is on trial for allegedly distributing the drugs that his brother fatally overdosed on.
Two former Pittsburgh residents were sentenced for allegedly running a heroin and fentanyl ring.
The FBI and local police departments broke up an alleged local drug ring thanks in part to the organized crime drug enforcement task force.
A Pittsburgh man was sentenced 10 years for distributing Schedule I and II drugs that contributed to a fatal overdose in April 2016.
A jury has found an East Hills woman guilty in the death of her 17-month-old child involving a fentanyl-filled sippy cup.
The ruling follows a lawsuit filed earlier this month by a coalition of 17 Democratic state attorneys general.
Interstate 78 eastbound was blocked on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
Fred Rogers Productions and Little Dot Studios teamed up to bring the beloved children's show to YouTube.
Two men, a woman, and a juvenile were taken into custody after a drug bust in Braddock earlier this week.
Pittsburgh could see high temperatures into the 80s on Saturday, but overnight, storms will move in.
The ruling follows a lawsuit filed earlier this month by a coalition of 17 Democratic state attorneys general.
Interstate 78 eastbound was blocked on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
Fred Rogers Productions and Little Dot Studios teamed up to bring the beloved children's show to YouTube.
Two men, a woman, and a juvenile were taken into custody after a drug bust in Braddock earlier this week.
Pittsburgh could see high temperatures into the 80s on Saturday, but overnight, storms will move in.
The ruling follows a lawsuit filed earlier this month by a coalition of 17 Democratic state attorneys general.
President Trump has ousted Pam Bondi as attorney general, saying she will be taking a job in the private sector.
According to a top Shapiro campaign official, the total more than doubles the previous benchmark for a Pennsylvania gubernatorial race at this stage.
President Trump said in a speech that the U.S. will complete its military mission in Iran "very shortly," and that U.S. forces have achieved "overwhelming victories."
President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.
The Pirates' home schedule starts on Friday, so how can fans save money on tickets, food, and other deals at PNC Park?
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
After a rat raised questions about health and safety at The Urban Tap, the owner says the South Side business is ready to gain back the public's trust.
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To close out the show, we're making sure you're prepared for the Pirates Home Opener on the North Shore!
Neighborhood Ford Store is giving away a Pirates-wrapped F-150 and Daisy learned how you can win it!
Team PTL's Daisy Jade is joined by Pirates Executive Vice President of Sales David Burke to learn about the giveaways, theme nights, and so much more!
Mikey and David are joined by Aramark Chef Gabor to show off some of the newest eats at PNC Park this season!
We check in with KDKA-TV Meteorologist Trey Fulbright for the latest forecast ahead of the Pirates Home Opener!
A new homeless encampment has popped up on Pittsburgh's North Side.
A Sewickley Hills man said he's left without a usable driveway because PennDOT cannot get it right.
Steven Eason, 15, was shot and killed while trying to break up a fight at the Haunted Hills Hayride in North Versailles in 2021. No arrest has been made.
People in the Pittsburgh area formed "Families for Justice," a support group for parents who lost children to gun violence.
An inspection sheds light on why dust is blanketing a neighborhood in Westmoreland County.
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.
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
Konnor Griffin made his MLB debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday, and a photo captured his family's heartwarming reaction to his first hit.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Teenager Konnor Griffin made a splash in his major league debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Fans are flocking to the North Shore to welcome home their Pittsburgh Pirates for a new season.
Baseball's top prospect answered questions about being promoted to the Pittsburgh Pirates, expectations, and his MLB debut.
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Pittsburgh's newest music venue released a lineup of its first concerts on Monday, giving a taste of what's to come at Citizens Live at the Wylie.
Forbes' latest ranking of the world's richest people has been released, and the list features billionaires with ties to Pittsburgh.
A fire chief says a fire at an Ohio hog farm complex has killed about 6,000 pigs and unleashed a large plume of smoke that could be seen for miles.
Lawmakers in Harrisburg are looking at bills to tackle dynamic pricing.
Fred Rogers Productions and Little Dot Studios teamed up to bring the beloved children's show to YouTube.
The first stop on Boone's new tour will be at PPG Paints Arena on July 7.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Newborns at a Pittsburgh-area hospital dressed up to celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Hannah Montana."
11 shows will be coming to Pittsburgh, including six winners of the Best Musical at the Tony Awards.
Watch as teams from Penns Manor, Plum, and West Shamokin high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Penns Manor, Plum, and West Shamokin high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Penns Manor, Plum, and West Shamokin high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Penns Manor, Plum, and West Shamokin high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
KDKA-TV Sports' Cassidy Wood and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Brian Batko talk about the sports topics of the day.
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.
