Nikolas Cruz penalty trial verdict: Jury recommends life in prison without parole
The jury found the mitigating factors outweighed the aggravating factors.
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The jury found the mitigating factors outweighed the aggravating factors.
Dick's Sporting Goods has destroyed $5 million of the chain's gun inventory, its CEO said.
Youth artists created the installation that now lines the fence outside the Tree of Life Synagogue.
City of Pittsburgh officials are hosting students, teachers, parents and other community members from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.
It was their first time playing at home since the Parkland shooting and the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School football team won by a notable margin.
Metal detectors will not be installed for the start of classes at a Florida high school where 17 students and faculty were slain on Valentine's Day.
Victims of the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting were honored at this weekend's American Federation of Teachers conference at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
The father of a student killed in a mass shooting at a Florida high school is suing the armed officer who stood outside the building as people were massacred within.
Nikolas Cruz could be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, his public defender said Wednesday as the Florida school shooter appeared at a hearing to determine if taxpayers will pick up the tab for his defense.
David Hogg, a survivor of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School massacre, on Friday rejected an apology from Fox News host Laura Ingraham for her tweet mocking his college acceptance record.
A group of students from Pittsburgh Public Schools left Friday morning to head to Washington, D.C. for Saturday's March For Our Lives rally.
Nikolas Cruz was indicted on 34 counts of premeditated murder and attempted murder in connection with the shooting rampage that left 17 people dead at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.
The Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School ice hockey team won the state title with a pair of victories on Sunday, but the victory was bittersweet.
Can a school ever be fully secure? Retired West Jefferson Hills Superintendent Dr. Michael Panza says, "unfortunately no."
The University of Pittsburgh was one of eight schools selected by NASA to track the spacecraft and report the data back.
As parking will be in high demand during the NFL draft, Pittsburgh Public Schools will be offering spaces throughout the city.
The Pirates officially unveiled their 2026 City Connect jerseys, with a nod to Pittsburgh's "Sister Bridges."
Six new cities are being added to the Michelin Guide in 2027, and among those cities is right here in Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh's stretch of sunshine and warm weather continues on Thursday, with some low rain chances on just one day.
The University of Pittsburgh was one of eight schools selected by NASA to track the spacecraft and report the data back.
As parking will be in high demand during the NFL draft, Pittsburgh Public Schools will be offering spaces throughout the city.
The Pirates officially unveiled their 2026 City Connect jerseys, with a nod to Pittsburgh's "Sister Bridges."
Six new cities are being added to the Michelin Guide in 2027, and among those cities is right here in Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh's stretch of sunshine and warm weather continues on Thursday, with some low rain chances on just one day.
Pittsburgh-area lawmakers are responding to President Trump's warning that "a whole civilization will die" if Iran doesn't make a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by his 8 p.m. Eastern deadline. KDKA's Chris Hoffman reports.
Those who gathered on Tuesday said the push for drop boxes will continue.
President Trump posted on social media that "a whole civilization will die tonight," adding "but I don't want that to happen, but it probably will."
President Trump and top national security officials shed new light on the daring rescues of two American airmen who were shot down over Iran last week.
A U.S. crew member who went missing when an F-15E fighter jet was shot down over a remote area of Iran has been rescued by U.S. forces.
Six new cities are being added to the Michelin Guide in 2027, and among those cities is right here in Pittsburgh.
Sheetz is expanding further into the Midwest, with plans to open 100 stores in Indiana over the next decade.
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.
Heather Abraham and David Highfield are getting an exclusive look at the Pittsburgh Pirates' 2026 City Connect uniforms!
Our friend, Dr. Natalie Gentile, is back in the PTL studios and she's here to tell you what your walk says about your health!
Growing up, The Dirt Cup was Zac Coughlin's favorite after-school snack, and now he's taken that passion to create a sweet treat here in Pittsburgh that is giving him national attention!
Inside the National Aviary, the magic and music of a bygone era will fill the space, blurring the line between concert and experience. The Peanut Butter and Jam Sessions from Chatham Baroque will take place later this month, and two of the artists joined us on PTL!
Team PTL's Daisy Jade paid a visit to the Children's Home of Pittsburgh, who are celebrating their 25th anniversary of their beloved gala, which will have a very Pittsburgh spin on it this year!
Just weeks before the NFL draft, the Downtown Neighbors Alliance has cut ties with its executive director and may be folding up its tent.
Data obtained by KDKA Investigates shows the dramatic increase in arrests by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the Pittsburgh area.
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.
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.
As parking will be in high demand during the NFL draft, Pittsburgh Public Schools will be offering spaces throughout the city.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Pirates officially unveiled their 2026 City Connect jerseys, with a nod to Pittsburgh's "Sister Bridges."
Nick Castellanos hit a two-run double, Jake Cronenworth added a two-run homer and the San Diego Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-2.
The 9th overall pick signed an extension that runs through the 2034 season.
Sheetz is expanding further into the Midwest, with plans to open 100 stores in Indiana over the next decade.
The event kicks off on April 22 with the reopening of the renovated Market Square.
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.
The Steelers will offer fans multiple ways to engage with the team during the NFL draft.
The event kicks off on April 22 with the reopening of the renovated Market Square.
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.
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.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
The University of Pittsburgh was one of eight schools picked by NASA to track the Orion spacecraft and report data found for future use. KDKA's Jessica Riley spoke with them about the experience.
When the thousands of people descend on Pittsburgh for the NFL Draft, parking will be at a premium. One of the places that will have spots to spare is Pittsburgh Public Schools. KDKA's Chilekasi Adele has the details.
Heather Abraham and David Highfield are getting an exclusive look at the Pittsburgh Pirates' 2026 City Connect uniforms!
The Michelin Guide announced an expansion into multiple cities in 2027, and among those cities, is Pittsburgh.
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.
