Watch out for romance scams as the weather warms up
A new kind of scam looks to prey on those trying to find relationships.
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State struggles to fix pandemic fraud targeting unemployed Pennsylvanians
Identity thieves stole billions of dollars intended for unemployed Pennsylvanians.
Woman Sentenced In Truck Warranty Fraud Scheme
A Kentucky woman was sentenced Monday to one year and three months in federal prison for her role in a truck warranty fraud scheme.
Couple Facing Several Charges After Allegedly Scamming Rivers Casino Out Of $10,000
A couple was caught running a scheme to cheat at roulette.
President Biden Vows To Appoint Federal Prosecutor To Investigate Billions In Pandemic Fraud
Tuesday night, during the State of the Union address, President Joe Biden vowed to appoint a federal prosecutor to investigate and try to rein in billions of dollars in pandemic fraud.
Contractor Accused Of Not Doing Work At West Deer Township Church After Taking $15K
A man is accused of taking $15,000 from a priest and never doing the construction work he promised.
Former Center Township Tax Collector Sentenced To 1 Year In Prison For Embezzling $1M
Center Township's former longtime tax collector was sentenced to a year in prison for embezzling more than $1 million.
Arrests Made In Alleged Scheme To Defraud Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Program
Pennsylvania's attorney general announced more arrests in a scheme to defraud the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program.
Florida Man Sentenced For Involvement In West Virginia Investment Scheme
A Jacksonville man will spend more than seven years in prison for his role in bilking more than a dozen investors out of nearly $5 million.
'No Hospitalization, No Funeral, No Burial': Woman Formerly Of Clairton Accused Of Dismembering Husband's Body, Collecting His Benefits
A 69-year-old woman is accused of defrauding Social Security for years after she allegedly dismembered her dead husband's body.
Lawrence County Inmate Sentenced For Allegedly Defrauding Pandemic Unemployment Program
A Lawrence County inmate was sentenced for allegedly getting almost $14,000 in connection with pandemic unemployment benefits.
City Of Duquesne Police: Customer Who Reported Duquesne Light Scam Lied To Investigators
City of Duquesne Police say a Duquesne Light customer could face charges after filing a false scam and worker impersonation report.
Police: Greensburg Substance Abuse Counselor Steals Patient's Identity, Racks Up $60K In Debt
State police say a substance abuse counselor in Greensburg stole a patient's identity then racked up tens of thousands of dollars in debt.
Roadwork Firm Glenn O. Hawbaker Inc. To Pay $20M In Workers' Retirement Theft Case
A major Pennsylvania heavy equipment contractor entered no contest pleas to four theft counts on Tuesday and agreed to pay restitution of more than $20 million over allegations it illegally diverted pension money and other benefits from its workers.
State Officials Warn Identity Theft Is Aiding Fraudsters Make False Unemployment Claims
Pennsylvanians need to be on the lookout for data leaks that lead to unemployment compensation fraud.
Police Warn Scammers Are Opening Fraudulent Unemployment Claims By Using Local People's Names
A local police department says that they have received "many reports" of fraudulent unemployment claims opened up using the identities of local residents.
General Manager Of Security Company Working For Highmark Accused Of Fraud
Derek Dowiak is being accused of defrauding Highmark for more than $50,000.
KDKA Investigates Uncovers More Questionable Paycheck Protection Program Money In McKeesport
There are calls from Washington, D.C. to prosecute Paycheck Protection Program violators.
Pa. Auditor General Calls For Tighter Control Of Next Round Of COVID-19 Relief Funding After Cases Of Fraud
Since the beginning of the pandemic, KDKA Investigates has uncovered several types of covid relief fraud.
KDKA Investigation Continues: Braddock PPP Fraud May Be Tip Of Iceberg
The small borough of Braddock is at the center of a possible fraud ring.
Braddock Chief Suspects Organized Fraud Ring Operation After KDKA Investigation Into PPP Loans
It's the talk of the town in Braddock: nearly three dozen residents getting tens of thousands of dollars each in Paycheck Protection loans despite having no visible signs of present or prior employment.
Pennsylvania Officials Recapture Nearly $800 Million In Unemployment Benefits From Fraudsters
Pennsylvania officials recaptured nearly $800 million of unemployment benefits that fraudsters were trying to steal.
Ex-Church Administrator Accused Of Embezzling $1.2M Sentenced In Federal Court On Tax Fraud Charges
A man accused of embezzling more than $1.2 million from a church in Upper St. Clair was sentenced in federal court.
Police Say Beware After Chase Bank Accounts Unknowingly Opened In People's Names
More people are saying they were unknowingly signed up for Chase Bank accounts.
Pa. Dept. Of Labor & Industry Issues Warning Of New Unemployment Benefits Scam
The. Pa. Department of Labor & Industry is warning the public of a new national unemployment scam aiming to commit fraud against those seeking unemployment benefits.
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Truck catches on fire, closes I-376 eastbound
A truck caught fire and closed a stretch of I-376 eastbound Thursday afternoon.
Washington County DA seeking death penalty against father accused of killing baby
Washington County prosecutors will seek the death penalty against Joshua George in his son Oliver's death.
15-year-old arrested in Washington County grandma's death
A 15-year-old is facing homicide charges after a Washington County grandma was shot and killed.
White House invokes Defense Production Act to address baby formula shortage
The move uses the full power of the federal government to help address the shortage.
Pittsburgh Weather: Temperatures rise along with storm chances
As we head into the weekend, the temperatures will spike but storms and showers are possible.
CDC seeing uptick in unexplained cases of hepatitis in young children
Investigators say more than half the children tested positive for a virus commonly linked to upset stomachs.
3 people stabbed in Homewood apartment
Police are investigating after three people were stabbed in an apartment in Pittsburgh's Homewood neighborhood.
Dealing with aggressive drivers as traffic congestion returns to pre-pandemic levels
Have you noticed traffic on the roadways starting to return near pre-pandemic levels? While drivers may be returning to the roads, manners for drivers seem to be lagging behind.
Pittsburgh city leaders ready to hear community input on possible annexation of Wilkinsburg
The community can make their voices heard at a public meeting.
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Washington County DA seeking death penalty against father accused of killing baby
Washington County prosecutors will seek the death penalty against Joshua George in his son Oliver's death.
15-year-old arrested in Washington County grandma's death
A 15-year-old is facing homicide charges after a Washington County grandma was shot and killed.
White House invokes Defense Production Act to address baby formula shortage
The move uses the full power of the federal government to help address the shortage.
Pittsburgh Weather: Temperatures rise along with storm chances
As we head into the weekend, the temperatures will spike but storms and showers are possible.
CDC seeing uptick in unexplained cases of hepatitis in young children
Investigators say more than half the children tested positive for a virus commonly linked to upset stomachs.
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EXPLAINER: How mailed ballots slow results in Pennsylvania
It comes amid a too-close-to-call U.S. Senate primary between David McCormick and Dr. Mehmet Oz.
Waiting on final voting results in 31 Allegheny County precincts
Allegheny County election officials said final results could take until Friday.
Lt. Gov. John Fetterman to resume duties after getting pacemaker
Lt. Gov. John Fetterman said he can resume his duties after he got a pacemaker following a stroke.
2022 Pennsylvania primary election: Oz-McCormick, Lee-Irwin races too close to call
Democrats and Republicans went to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots, and a day later, there are still two races that haven't been called.
Police arrest man for yelling and filming voters at polling place
According to police, David Huff was filming voters, yelling at them, and causing a disturbance at the polling location.
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Ford recalling 39,000 vehicles because of fires under hood
Ford is recalling more than 39,000 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles because of fires under the hood.
White House invokes Defense Production Act to address baby formula shortage
The move uses the full power of the federal government to help address the shortage.
Spotting summer travel scams
After many people were cooped up due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many families want to get away this summer -- but scammers know that, too, and for them, this is a big opportunity.
Heated blankets recalled nationwide due to burn risk
A heated blanket sold nationwide is being recalled because of a burn risk.
Luxe + Willow heated blankets recalled nationwide due to burn risk
A heated blanket sold nationwide is being recalled because of a burn risk.
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Something Good: Dental care for veterans
Aspen Dental has several locations in the Pittsburgh area. Their Day of Service is coming up when they have free dental care for veterans.
'Downton Abbey' returns to the big screen
PTL's Daisy Jade chats with actors Elizabeth McGovern and Hugh Bonneville about the new "Downton Abbey" movie!
Paramount unveils new fall primetime lineup for CBS
Here's a sneak peek at "So Help Me Todd," one of the new shows premiering this fall on CBS!
PTL Weekend Guide: May 19, 2022
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier has a look at what's going on around town this weekend.
'Burgh Buzz: 'Ain't Too Proud' playing at the Benedum Center
In this 'Burgh Buzz, PTL's Daisy Jade heads over to the Benedum Center to talk with actor James T. Lane, one of the stars of "Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations."
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KDKA Investigates: Firefighters union says city awarded contract for engines without input
After their review, the Gainey administration has canceled the purchase.
Mayor Gainey calls reduction in traffic stops 'a good thing'
Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey reacted to KDKA Investigates' reporting of new data that shows significant drops in traffic stops.
Police traffic stops decreasing in Pittsburgh's communities of color
After years of criticism, police traffic stops in minority neighborhoods in the city of Pittsburgh have been reduced.
Pittsburgh Diocese on alert amid Roe-v-Wade developments
Parishes in the Pittsburgh Diocese are on alert for the potential of protesters disrupting masses this weekend over the possible overturning of Roe v. Wade.
Sharpsburg recovery house operator at odds with new landlord
A recovery house operator in Sharpsburg says a dispute with her new landlord is putting the future of her program in jeopardy.
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CDC seeing uptick in unexplained cases of hepatitis in young children
Investigators say more than half the children tested positive for a virus commonly linked to upset stomachs.
Government offers third round of free, at-home COVID-19 tests to public
The government website for people to request free COVID-19 at-home tests is now accepting a third round of orders.
FDA authorizes Pfizer-BioNTech's COVID-19 booster dose for kids 5-11
A rise in new COVID-19 cases among children was reported overnight by health leaders, but there may be extra protection coming for those children in the form of booster doses of vaccines.
Mars Wrigley recalls a number of Skittles, Starburst, and Life Savers gummy candy products
A variety of Starburst, Skittles, and Life Savers gummies are now under recall.
On land or in the water: Introducing your child to physical activity
In a world of junk food and video games, it's hard to get kids moving.
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Chicago-born rookie Suwinski homers, lifts Pirates over Cubs
Rookie Jack Suwinski, who attended high school 20 minutes from Wrigley Field, hit a tiebreaking home run and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Cubs 3-2 Wednesday night, ending Chicago's four-game winning streak.
North Allegheny shortstop Cole Young is a top MLB Draft prospect
As a freshman, he accepted a scholarship to play shortstop at Duke. But now he has attention from the pros.
Steelers adding Hall of Honor Museum to Heinz Field
A new addition is coming to Heinz Field that will honor the team's legends.
Cubs shut out Pirates for 2nd straight night, 7-0
Keegan Thompson combined with three relievers on a five-hitter, and the Chicago Cubs shut out the Pittsburgh Pirates for the second straight game, a 7-0 win Tuesday night that extended their winning streak to a season-best four.
Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang hope to stay with Penguins
Both stressed their preference would like to keep playing alongside captain Sidney Crosby for as long as they possibly can.
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Mineo's Pizza House in Allison Park temporarily closing
The location is temporarily shutting down due to a staffing shortage.
Sunday Business Page: Making sense of the economy
KDKA's Jon Delano talks to PNC chief economist Dr. Gus Faucher about how to make sense of the economy lately.
Asian American Chamber of Commerce event seeks to help the next generation
The event was held to highlight inequalities some small business owners and local entrepreneurs face in Pittsburgh.
City and county joint report details tax-exempt property and its impact on revenue
A report from the City of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County controllers details the prevalence of tax-exempt property.
Sunday Business Page: 'Operation Warp Speed'
KDKA's Jon Delano is talking to businessman, politician and author Paul Mango about his new book - "Operation Warp Speed."
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CBS unveils 2022-2023 primetime lineup
CBS announced its 2022-2023 primetime programming lineup of CBS Originals, featuring four new dramas and more.
Lee Daniels horror film set in Pittsburgh looking for paid extras
A new Lee Daniels horror film set in Pittsburgh is looking for paid extras.
Carrie Underwood announces 43-city tour that will roll through Pittsburgh
Hours after it was announced that Eric Clapton will perform at PPG Paints Arena, another huge name in music announced her own tour stop in Pittsburgh.
Eric Clapton to perform in Pittsburgh in September
Legendary guitarist Eric Clapton has included Pittsburgh on a limited five-city tour in September.
Billy Porter serves as CMU graduation keynote speaker
He graduated from the university's School of Drama in 1991
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KDKA-TV Afternoon Forecast (5/19)
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Ron Smiley's 7-day forecast!
Ford recalling 39,000 vehicles because of fires under hood
Ford is recalling more than 39,000 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles because of fires under the hood.
3 people stabbed in Homewood apartment
Three people were stabbed in an apartment in Pittsburgh's Homewood neighborhood; KDKA's Bryant Reed reports.
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Something Good: Dental care for veterans
Aspen Dental has several locations in the Pittsburgh area. Their Day of Service is coming up when they have free dental care for veterans.
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Pittsburgh Marathon returns, thousands of runners participate
Pittsburgh Marathon weekend 2022 brought hundreds of thousands of people into the city. Despite a rainy day, runners made their way through 14 city neighborhoods.
Aftermath of mass shooting on the North Side
A violent morning in the North Side saw 11 victims, including 2 dead juveniles and 9 others who were injured.
Winter Storm Brings Rain, Ice And Snow To Southwestern Pennsylvania
Western Pennsylvania is bracing for a severe winter storm consisting of rain, ice, and snow throughout the region.
Port Authority Bus Lifted From Fern Hollow Bridge Collapse Site
The trapped Port Authority bus was lifted from the Fern Hollow Bridge collapse site in Frick Park on Monday, Jan. 31, 2022. The bus was on the bridge when the structure gave way on Friday, injuring at least 10 people.
Bridge Collapses In Pittsburgh's Frick Park
The Fern Hollow Bridge collapsed in Pittsburgh on the morning of Jan. 28, 2022. The structure is located at Forbes and Braddock Avenues and spans Frick Park, below is Hot Dog Dam Dog Park and a walking/running trail.
