12 people charged in straw purchase investigation, authorities say
"These defendants all engaged in straw purchasing or other illegal transfers of firearms," Attorney General Dave Sunday said.
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"These defendants all engaged in straw purchasing or other illegal transfers of firearms," Attorney General Dave Sunday said.
So-called facsimile firearms are becoming a bigger problem for law enforcement.
Law enforcement recently seized 41 firearms throughout Allegheny, Westmoreland, Fayette and Somerset counties.
Transportation Security Administration officers found the weapon within a passenger's carry-on bag around 4:45 a.m. Saturday.
A man was arrested after he attempted to hide a stolen gun inside the trash can of a Brownsville Road KFC.
A bus driver in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, was charged after she had a gun on her while driving kids to school, authorities said.
Bringing firearms into an airport security checkpoint can result in large civil fines.
Officials in Austria say a school shooting has left at least 10 people dead in the European nation's second-largest city, Graz. The shooter is also dead.
Amid a rash of gun store break-ins, one couple in North Versailles Township is sleeping in their store out of fear they could be next.
A newly shared video showed suspects in the Allegheny Arms and Gun Works break-in shooting their way into the store.
Another gun store burglary took place on Monday morning amid a string of similar break-ins.
Michael Guin was sentenced to 20 months in prison and three years of supervised release after his conviction in a gun store robbery.
With another attempted gun store robbery, police believe a group of teenagers from the Pittsburgh area may be responsible.
Surveillance videos show five people working to break into the gun shop early Sunday morning.
Over the last year, the number of school districts in Ohio that allow staff to be armed quadrupled, with 14% of the state's districts now participating.
Elon Musk's pledge to give away $1 million a day to voters for signing his PAC's petition is prompting questions about its legality.
Democratic U.S. Sen. Bob Casey and Republican challenger David McCormick have shared the debate stage for the last time before the election.
The Supreme Court has tossed out a decision allowing 18-year-olds to legally carry guns in public during emergencies in Pennsylvania.
The increased suicide rates follow a two-year decrease from 2018 to 2020, according to the National Center for Health Statistics report.
There's a conversation happening in Congress around modernizing the tracing system. Others want to stop progress in its tracks, and even go backwards. Senior investigative reporter Jennifer Mayerle dives into the issue.
TSA officers prevented more guns from making it onto a plane at Pittsburgh International Airport over the weekend.
TSA officers prevented more guns from making it onto a plane at Pittsburgh International Airport over the weekend. KDKA-TV's Jessica Guay shares some of the data.
All three are facing gun and drug charges.
The ammo vending machines have been placed in grocery stores in three states as the U.S. battles what the surgeon general calls a public health crisis of gun violence.
Starting Monday, students on West Virginia University's campus were allowed to carry guns on campus grounds and all college campuses throughout West Virginia.
A former staffer confirmed that Sen. John Fetterman has routinely dismissed and at times refused to do core aspects of the job.
Heavy rain forced concertgoers out of their seats at The Pavilion at Star Lake ahead of a Rüfüs Du Sol concert.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the skidding Los Angeles Angels 1-0 on Friday night.
A list of Ohio high school football scores for September 4, 2026.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for Sept. 4, 2026.
A former staffer confirmed that Sen. John Fetterman has routinely dismissed and at times refused to do core aspects of the job.
Heavy rain forced concertgoers out of their seats at The Pavilion at Star Lake ahead of a Rüfüs Du Sol concert.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the skidding Los Angeles Angels 1-0 on Friday night.
A list of Ohio high school football scores for September 4, 2026.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for Sept. 4, 2026.
A former staffer confirmed that Sen. John Fetterman has routinely dismissed and at times refused to do core aspects of the job.
Lawmakers could also vote on condemning socialism and censuring GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards.
The ruling marks a blow to the federal government's long-delayed effort to prosecute Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is accused of developing the plot to crash planes into the Pentagon and World Trade Center.
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked enforcement of an Ohio requirement that voters show proof of citizenship when registering to vote at a motor vehicle bureau
Data centers have become the hottest issue in political races across the country, including Pennsylvania's race for governor.
It seems like each week we get a new story or warning about a scam over the phone or on the internet. Here's how you can avoid them.
With proposed 50% tariffs on the table, the cost of new and used cars could increase by thousands in the near future.
A new report tries to calculate how much Pennsylvanians need to earn to live what's considered a comfortable lifestyle.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
You can help support the Ronald McDonald House's mission during Ronald McDonald Digital Day.
It was just about a year ago that Marlon Wayans was in Pittsburgh promoting the new Scary Movie, and this weekend, he's back for 5 shows at the Pittsburgh Improv!
We're spotlighting some of the best pizza places around Pittsburgh, and we kick things off with breakfast pizza from Dagny's Eatery!
The Acrisure Stadium Kickoff and Rib Festival is back, and Robby is live, giving us a preview of all the barbecue-fueled fun!
Why are David and Heather wearing giant hats?! That answer … and YOUR questions for the Friday Free for All
Misdemeanor and summary charges have been filed against the coaches involved in a youth football brawl in Pittsburgh.
Police departments all around the country say surveillance technologies like cameras, drones, and license plate readers have proved invaluable in tracking and arresting violent criminals.
Video shows youth football coaches from Carlynton and Keystone Oaks fighting on the field during a game over the weekend.
Police public safety services are being questioned in Forward Township.
An attempt to regulate Pennsylvania's pet cremation industry just hit a wall.
Pennsylvania health officials said an out-of-state person tested positive for measles and may have exposed others at a Pennsylvania Turnpike service plaza in Westmoreland County.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
For the first time since 1991, Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the skidding Los Angeles Angels 1-0 on Friday night.
A list of Ohio high school football scores for September 4, 2026.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for Sept. 4, 2026.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Thomas J. Birko Memorial Stadium at Montour High School.
Lawyers for former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky are asking to cancel a hearing related to an accuser recanting his claims.
Pittsburgh leaders and their partners are making a concerted effort to revitalize a North Side business district.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
A show coming to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg looks to pay tribute to Dolly Parton.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Pittsburghers are remembering Dolly Parton as "one of a kind" following her death on Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
High school football highlights for September 4, 2026, in the Pittsburgh area.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh discusses the sports topics of the day.
Heavy rain forced concertgoers out of their seats at The Pavilion at Star Lake ahead of a Rüfüs Du Sol concert.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Cleanup continues Friday night after severe storms brought heavy rain, hail, lightning and damaging winds to the Pittsburgh area.
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.
