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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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.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement say they have arrested 15 nonimmigrant students as part of an investigation into alleged fraud.
An activist is accused of spending for personal use some $200,000 in donations to what was represented as a Black Lives Matter charity.
Twenty more inmates and accomplices have been charged in connection with the alleged statewide scheme to illegally obtain coronavirus unemployment benefits.
A homeless couple is facing criminal charges for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars worth of checks in Washington County.
A judge has ordered a former West Virginia University physics professor who admitted committing federal fraud to serve three months in prison.
A former West Virginia University associate professor admitted to wire fraud and filing a false tax return.
The state is taking steps to cut down on unemployment fraud, scams and other problems, too.
The state has paid out $16.6 billion in unemployment benefits since mid-March, but now the system is dealing with a new problem.
Following a tip from a Western Pennsylvania consumer, a man was arrested for selling fraudulent COVID-19 testing kits.
Local police are issuing a "community alert" about a construction company that's allegedly taking money up front but not completing any work.
The U.S. Army is warning the public about fraudulent text messages alerting individuals that they have been selected for a military draft.
Four people have been arrested in a local fraudulent check scheme on Monday.
A South Park woman is facing more than 60 counts of forgery after she allegedly stole nearly $28,000 from a 91-year-old man.
As a kid, Brian Antonelli was tethered to his mother's apron strings, helping her make her signature Italian wedding soup.
A West Virginia physician has been sentenced to probation for writing fraudulent prescriptions so he could get drugs.
A Pennsylvania contractor that took kickbacks at two military bases is heading to federal prison for fraud.
Hundreds of credit cards issued by the district to teachers and staff have questionable oversight and controls.
State Police in Somerset are looking for a suspect posing a Publisher's Clearinghouse employee.
The former treasurer of Brownsville Ambulance Services, Inc. was indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on charges of mail fraud and theft from a program receiving federal funds.
The operator of a Pittsburgh-based government lobbying firm is facing charges of taking an excess of $100,000 from small businesses.
A longtime Pennsylvania clerk of courts has pleaded guilty to federal charges that he stole public money and then tried to hide his tracks by forging records.
Capital One said a hacker gained access to more than 100 million Capital One customer accounts and credit card applications earlier this year.
A son of missionaries who later married into the family of an African dictator has admitted to his role in an international counterfeiting operation.
The Department of Justice has brought charges against hundreds of defendants who allegedly targeted people over 60.
A man was hit by two different vehicles in the area of Bennett Street late Thursday night and died at the scene.
Ashley Apperson is accused of writing herself unauthorized checks and using a company credit card from Ventec Refrigeration for personal use.
The U.S. men's team had already clinched its spot in the Round of 32, the knockout round, with its 2-0 win over Australia on Friday.
The U.S. Steel eaglet that was rescued and returned to its nest after swallowing a fishhook has fledged.
The debate over caring for those who serve our country has reached a peak in Washington, D.C., with leaders from our area playing a major role.
A Washington County corrections officer is facing felony charges after allegedly sharing inappropriate pictures and videos with an underage high school student.
The U.S. Steel eaglet that was rescued and returned to its nest after swallowing a fishhook has fledged.
The AR/VR studio will allow anchors, meteorologists, and reporters to interact with immersive virtual reality technology and graphics in real time.
A fox was found in the bathtub of a Pittsburgh home after it likely used the cat door to let itself in.
A man was hit by two different vehicles in the area of Bennett Street late Thursday night and died at the scene.
The debate over caring for those who serve our country has reached a peak in Washington, D.C., with leaders from our area playing a major role.
President Trump took the stage at the Mack Trucks plant in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, rallying in front of hundreds of supporters in a wide-ranging campaign-style speech.
A Pittsburgh councilman is tossing around the idea of taxing "skill games."
A Democratic push is underway in Harrisburg to redefine how immigration enforcement operates in Pennsylvania, though it is facing significant opposition.
Alan Greenspan's lengthy reign at the Federal Reserve coincided with a period of stability from the mid-1980s until 2007.
Imagine finding out the home you own is no longer yours, even though you weren't behind on your mortgage or selling it.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
Schwebel's, which sells bread at grocery stores across western Pennsylvania, is closing after 120 years.
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is proposing giving taxpayers $250 to celebrate America's birthday.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
It's a weekend of colorful theater, French art, opera, and so much more! Here to tell us about the best of the 'Burgh is Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier!
Daisy Jade is back at Neubauer's and bringing all the flower power!
Pittsburgh's Jeff Koontz is in the final few days of his cycling journey across the country as his ride continues to support the KDKA Turkey Fund!
The sauces, the pasta, and the cheese from Alta Via is well-known among Pittsburghers, and now you can bring it right into the comfort of your own home! Chefs Bill Fuller and Joe give us a taste!
Boaz Frankel takes us on a tour of the special collection of baseball memorabilia inside PNC Park's new "Legacy Hall."
The school board in McKeesport has called a special meeting on Wednesday to decide the future of its football coaching staff.
Delta-8 is unregulated and untested, and more and more users are paying the price.
A family in Whitehall says nearly 30 years after a freak accident changed their lives forever, they are looking for help.
Many families with children attending schools in the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh said they are trying to figure out the logic behind their upcoming tuition bills.
Pittsburgh's fire boat has been on the water for nearly a decade, but it hasn't seen much action.
Representatives from UPMC and Allegheny County Public Safety held a demonstration to encourage firework safety in Pittsburgh.
When you hear you're diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. It can leave questions, anger and a feeling of seclusion.
Allegheny County health officials said babies who have died from sudden unexpected infant death have more than doubled since 2000.
Lone star ticks have been found in Franklin and Erie counties in Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh, with its natural beauty and parks, can be a great place for people to put the phones down and enjoy life.
The U.S. men's team had already clinched its spot in the Round of 32, the knockout round, with its 2-0 win over Australia on Friday.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Penguins' new ownership group, the Hoffmann Family of Companies, introduced itself to Pittsburgh on Thursday.
Brandon Lowe hit his team-leading 19th home run of the season and Henry Davis had a two-run blast as the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Seattle Mariners 5-1.
Legacy Hall is located along PNC Park's left field entrance and features Pirates memorabilia along with a large event space.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
A federal judge has extended his block on enforcement of an Ohio law that would require children under 16 to get parental consent to use social media apps while a legal challenge proceeds.
Schwebel's, which sells bread at grocery stores across western Pennsylvania, is closing after 120 years.
Pittsburgh City Council has approved new legislation that would put new restrictions on vape shops.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
Road closures will be in place ahead of the America250PA concert at Point State Park on Saturday, June 27.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Pittsburgh's South Side Street Fest is officially underway, aiming to create a safer and welcoming South Side.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Locals spent Saturday at the Carrie Blast Furnaces for a day of sampling dozens of local beers and cocktails.
Superintendent Joe Maluchnik testified during a public hearing over his firing. The Woodland Hills school board has been a lightning rod of controversy since putting him on administrative leave.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast.
A Pittsburgh-area endurance cyclist is crossing the country for a good cause.
Amid controversy involving a church and a murder trial, the McKeesport school board said it had accepted high school football head coach Matt Miller's resignation, but Miller said he never offered one.
New research is drawing conclusions between the smartphone revolution and falling birth rates. Dr. Jess Ghilani is breaking down the surprising findings and what they could mean for society.
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.
