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Before the Columbine High School shooting, schools prepared for fires and natural disasters. After the 1999 massacre, states enacted lockdown and active shooter drills.
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Before the Columbine High School shooting, schools prepared for fires and natural disasters. After the 1999 massacre, states enacted lockdown and active shooter drills.
Two suspects are on the loose after a teen student died from gunshot wounds outside his school.
The search for suspects responsible for the shooting death of a 15-year-old student outside of a Pittsburgh school continues into a second day.
Pittsburgh Carrick High School is on lockdown because of social media reports of a gun in the building, a spokesperson said.
Charges are pending after a student allegedly made a prank call about a gun at Brownsville Elementary School, prompting a lockdown.
All Pittsburgh Public schools will be in a modified lockdown Friday because of threats on social media.
Two corrections officers were hospitalized after an inmate allegedly stabbed one multiple times and hit another with a "lock in a sock."
Authorities are looking for a suspect following a bank robbery Wednesday morning that prompted a lockdown at three schools in Westmoreland County.
A Pittsburgh Public Schools employee undergoing a crisis prompting a temporary lockdown at Allderdice and Concord Thursday morning.
Pittsburgh Langley K-8 has been operating on a modified lockdown Thursday morning following an alleged threat overnight.
A modified lockdown was eventually lifted at Pine-Richland High School, as well as the school's secondary campus after a bullet was found in the cafeteria Wednesday.
A lockdown has been lifted at Taylor Allderdice High School after a gun was found near campus.
A school district in Westmoreland County was placed on lockdown Friday afternoon.
A middle school in Penn Hills was placed on lockdown Friday afternoon after a reported shooting.
The Allegheny County Jail will be on modified lockdown for water tower repairs.
The South Butler County School District says it will resume modified lockdown status on Friday to "help alleviate concerns" following a shooting threat earlier this week.
A student has been taken into police custody and the South Butler County School District is operating on a "modified lockdown."
A "community safety issue" prompted a precautionary lockdown at Ringgold Elementary School South on Friday morning.
Youngstown State University has been placed on lockdown over reports of a suspect with a firearm on campus.
There will be a partial lift of the lockdown at the Allegheny County Jail, it was announced on Wednesday afternoon.
The Allegheny County Jail remains on lockdown until further notice, after 11 employees suddenly got sick from an unknown substance on Sunday.
The American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania wants the state prison system to reinstate inmate mail and visitation privileges that have been suspended because about 50 guards and other employees have fallen sick in recent weeks.
The Allegheny County Jail has been placed on lockdown after 11 employees were sickened by an unknown odor or substance.
At least five workers at the state prison in Somerset County were taken to the hospital Thursday, as well as a guard at SCI Greene.
Pennsylvania's state prisons are on lockdown after staff members required treatment in recent weeks from exposure to a yet-unidentified substance described as a liquid synthetic drug.
A 34-year-old California man is wanted for ethnic intimidation and criminal mischief for destroying the flag outside of a Jewish family's home.
Impactful snow is moving into the Pittsburgh area on Friday.
Brian Angelichio has spent the last four seasons as the passing game coordinator and tight ends coach for the Minnesota Vikings.
Thomas Maglicco was appointed the new mayor of McKeesport when Michael Cherepko retired after 14 years of service.
Peyton, Kendall, and Chase Coury have the Burrell Bucs in position to make the WPIAL playoffs.
A 34-year-old California man is wanted for ethnic intimidation and criminal mischief for destroying the flag outside of a Jewish family's home.
Impactful snow is moving into the Pittsburgh area on Friday.
Brian Angelichio has spent the last four seasons as the passing game coordinator and tight ends coach for the Minnesota Vikings.
Thomas Maglicco was appointed the new mayor of McKeesport when Michael Cherepko retired after 14 years of service.
Peyton, Kendall, and Chase Coury have the Burrell Bucs in position to make the WPIAL playoffs.
It was only a few months ago that Pennsylvania passed the 2025 budget several months late, and now the process begins for this year.
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro delivered his fourth budget address at the State Capitol in Harrisburg, three months after last year's budget was passed by state lawmakers.
A federal judge on Monday blocked the Trump administration from revoking Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, granting a last-minute reprieve to 350,000 immigrants who were set to lose protections on Tuesday.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
The U.S. House Judiciary Committee's inquiry said the panel has questions about why the Department of Justice released only half of the estimated pages of the Jeffrey Epstein files.
A woman and her husband are fighting for a $400 refund after they bought furniture from a Value City Furniture store.
It's the end of an era for a grocery store in Carrick.
A Pennsylvania couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
We're keeping the romance alive on PTL as we're joined by Carrie Nardini from the I Made It Market to get some unique ideas for Valentine's Day gifts!
With Valentine's Day around the corner, it's the perfect time to see if your relationship could use a little updating. Certified life coach Marlene Boas is back with Heather and David and has some romance tips!
During a Friday Free For All a few weeks ago, Nina Lyons wrote in asking if we ever would feature a viewer in a cooking segment. Now, she joins Heather and David in the PTL Kitchen to whip up a little pastina with egg!
Moms have a busy lifestyle, so finding the trendiest outfits often isn't a priority. We're joined by Joanna Heyman who shows Heather and David some fashionable fits for those busy moms!
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more. Plus, a preview of what's to come on today's show.
Residents of Millvale are trying to get back to normal after last weekend's major snowstorm.
Tracing the past of Shane Hennen and how his troubled life in Pittsburgh pointed to his future downfall.
People in Avella, Washington County, say they have no phone coverage.
Residents and leaders in Charleroi are concerned about the integrity of roads after a trench collapse last year and ongoing construction.
Patrick Vereb is accused of taking money from pet owners who believed their animals would receive dignified cremations.
Southwestern Pennsylvania's cold and snowy winter is taking its toll on more than just our roadways and walkways.
The Liberty-Clairton area is under a code orange air quality action day, according to the Pa. Dept. of Environmental Protection.
The cold weather and lingering snow affect more than just the roads and our cars, it affects our brains.
After the historic snowfall, dangerously low temperatures crept into the Pittsburgh region, bringing a hidden danger that can turn painful in seconds.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
Brian Angelichio has spent the last four seasons as the passing game coordinator and tight ends coach for the Minnesota Vikings.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Peyton, Kendall, and Chase Coury have the Burrell Bucs in position to make the WPIAL playoffs.
The Lions fan who was involved in an altercation with Steelers WR DK Metcalf and filed a $100 million lawsuit held a press conference.
Gavin McKenna is facing multiple charges, including felony aggravated assault, according to court records.
More than 140 employees at Nemacolin were informed they were being let go.
It's been about six years since the pandemic, and a lot of people working from home, but now companies are slowly calling them back to the office.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
Filming for the final season of "Mayor of Kingstown" is expected to take place between March and June.
Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
"Stick Season" singer Noah Kahan is coming to Pittsburgh this summer.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
Mayor Michael Cherepko resigned after 14 years.
In the video, Savannah Guthrie addressed reports of a ransom note sent to local news stations in the Tucson area that was demanding millions of dollars for Nancy Guthrie's safe return.
Peyton, Kendall, and Chase Coury have Burrell sitting near the top of their section standings.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss 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.
