75-year-old Pennsylvania woman convicted of murder in death of husband
Nancy Focht is scheduled to be sentenced on Oct. 27 and faces a mandatory life prison term without parole.
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Murder suspect dead after multi-state manhunt, hostage situation
Officials say Maynard abducted two women at separate points in Kentucky and stole both of their cars.'
UNC grad student charged with murder in fatal shooting of professor
Tailei Qi was officially charged with first-degree murder and booked at the Orange County jail.
Trial for Idaho murders suspect Bryan Kohberger postponed
Bryan Kohberger is charged with four counts of murder in connection with the deaths of Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin.
Lori Vallow Daybell sentenced to life in "doomsday mom" murder case
Vallow Daybell was found guilty in the murders of two of her children, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan, conspiracy to murder her husband Chad's first wife, Tammy Daybell, and grand theft.
DNA from pizza linked Gilgo Beach murders suspect to victim, documents say
A surveillance team recovered a pizza box Heuermann threw into a garbage can on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, prosecutors say.
Officials detail evidence in Gilgo Beach serial killings arrest
The suspect, identified as Rex Heuermann, of Massapequa, Long Island, is charged with multiple counts of murder.
Fugitive captured after boys killed while playing with kittens in yard
Prosecutors said they intend to pursue the death penalty against two suspects in the fatal shooting of three people, including two children who'd been playing with kittens in the yard
Homeless woman kills shelter coordinator with ax in front of staff, police say
A judge has ordered a mental evaluation for a homeless shelter resident accused of using an ax and knife to kill Leah Rosin-Pritchard.
Hatchet attack at Brazil daycare center leaves 4 children dead
Officials said the man scaled a wall to enter the private facility before attacking the youngsters and then turning himself into police.
Olympian Oscar Pistorius denied parole decade after killing girlfriend
Arriving for the parole hearing, Reeva Steenkamp's mother said she was against any early release for their daughter's killer, whom she said had "never" shown real remorse.
DNA leads to couple's arrest over 30 years after newborn girl's death
An autopsy showed the baby "lived a few minutes before being smothered," authorities said.
Warrant reveals what investigators found at Bryan Kohberger's parents' home
The records were made public Tuesday, two months after Pennsylvania State Police arrested Bryan Kohberger at his parents' home in eastern Pennsylvania.
What we know about Tyre Nichols' death and the investigation
Authorities are set to release more footage related to the arrest after concluding an internal investigation.
Pennsylvania woman charged in deaths, dismemberment of parents
The district attorney said they walked into the home Verity Beck shared with her parents and found a chainsaw and "signs of extreme trauma."
What we know about the man arrested in the Idaho murders
Bryan Kohberger faces murder and burglary charges in the gruesome November murders of four college students.
Fact-checking the rumors in the Idaho student murders
As details on the University of Idaho murders continue to emerge, rumors of skinned dogs and connections to other stabbings have surfaced. Here's what police say about the claims – one month after the murders.
Woman sentenced to death for killing pregnant friend to steal unborn baby
In a statement to the court, the victim's mother addressed Parker as an "evil piece of flesh demon."
Man accused of brutally killing mother in South Fayette receives plea deal
The family of the woman brutally murdered by her son is asking the judge to rescind the plea bargain.
Sheldon Jeter's attorneys argue case before Superior Court judges
Sheldon Jeter's attorney argued before a panel of Superior Court judges that multiple jurors were tainted by outside influence.
Massacre of 8 people began with plot to kill 19-year-old mom, prosecutor says
George Wagner IV faces the death penalty if he's convicted in the slayings of the Rhoden family near Piketon.
Judge OKs 1st-degree murder case in sleeping woman's death
Nathan Quidetto is charged in Westmoreland County with criminal homicide, reckless endangerment and weapons offenses
Pennsylvania man convicted in kidnap, slaying after bones found in yard
A Monroe County judge convicted Michael Horvath in the 2013 killing of Holly Grim.
"How to Murder Your Husband" writer gets life in prison for killing husband
Chef Daniel Brophy was killed in 2018 as he prepped for work at the Oregon Culinary Institute in Southwest Portland.
Jury finds man guilty of murder in shooting death of 86-year-old man
Courde Daye was accused of shooting and killing 86-year-old James Dent in North Braddock.
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KDKA-TV hosts debate between Sara Innamorato and Joe Rockey
KDKA-TV hosted a debate between candidates Joe Rockey and Sara Innamorato for Allegheny County chief executive.
Kyle Schwarber homers, Bryce Harper ejected but Phillies fall to Pirates 3-2
The Pittsburgh Pirates topped the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2 on Thursday night.
Peruvian man accused of sending bomb threats to Pennsylvania schools
Eddie Manuel Nunez Santos is accused of making bomb threats to numerous school districts across Pennsylvania.
Senior adviser to Shapiro who abruptly resigned had been accused of sexual harassment
A senior adviser to Democratic Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro who abruptly resigned this week was accused earlier in the year of sexual harassment by a former coworker.
Archers to begin hunting deer in 2 city parks on Sept. 30
Select archers will be able to start hunting deer in two of Pittsburgh's parks as part of a plan to cull the population.
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KDKA-TV hosts debate between Sara Innamorato and Joe Rockey
KDKA-TV hosted a debate between candidates Joe Rockey and Sara Innamorato for Allegheny County chief executive.
Kyle Schwarber homers, Bryce Harper ejected but Phillies fall to Pirates 3-2
The Pittsburgh Pirates topped the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2 on Thursday night.
Senior adviser to Shapiro who abruptly resigned had been accused of sexual harassment
A senior adviser to Democratic Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro who abruptly resigned this week was accused earlier in the year of sexual harassment by a former coworker.
KDKA-TV Turkey Fund
The KDKA-TV Turkey Fund has provided holiday meals to more than a million families.
Peruvian man accused of sending bomb threats to Pennsylvania schools
Eddie Manuel Nunez Santos is accused of making bomb threats to numerous school districts across Pennsylvania.
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KDKA-TV hosts debate between Sara Innamorato and Joe Rockey
KDKA-TV hosted a debate between candidates Joe Rockey and Sara Innamorato for Allegheny County chief executive.
Go 'Around The Table' with Stacy Smith
Stream Around The Table segments here on CBS News Pittsburgh.
Rockey and Innamarato face off in Allegheny County executive debate (Part 3)
Sara Innamarato and Joe Rockey face off in a debate hosted by KDKA-TV.
Rockey, Innamarato face off in Allegheny County executive debate (Part 2)
Sara Innamarato and Joe Rockey face off in a debate hosted by KDKA-TV.
Innamarato, Rockey face off in Allegheny County executive debate (Part 1)
Sara Innamarato and Joe Rockey face off in a debate hosted by KDKA-TV.
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Pittsburgh-area gas prices leaving drivers frustrated as rest of the country seeing declining prices
40 of 50 states saw prices on the retreat this week, including Pennsylvania, but not here in Pittsburgh.
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Giant Eagle partners with Instacart for same-day delivery
Giant Eagle is partnering with Instacart for same-day delivery.
Telehealth and online prescriptions: Choosing the best medicine and the best care
Online pharmacies are becoming a billion-dollar industry, but choosing the best medicine could be a challenge.
Protecting Your Data: What happens when you click 'I agree' online
Smartphones, smartwatches, the internet, and computers rule our lives, but at what cost?
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A birthday greeting for David from Dolly Parton
Pittsburgh area native and pop star Dolly Parton is wishing David Highfield a happy birthday!
A birthday greeting for David from Christina Aguilera
Pittsburgh area native and pop star Christina Aguilera is wishing David Highfield a happy birthday!
PTL puts David atop the Bounce House
Heather and David went outside the PTL studios to check out the bounce house Boaz set up for David's birthday!
PTL On Tour: Niagara Falls
Heather and David took a trip to Niagara Falls on PTL for David's birthday!
Team PTL makes a donation to Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh
Michele Frennier, from HARP, was on the show today with two kittens, Trick and Treat. Team PTL has made a donation to Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh.
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South Park woman without plumbing for 3 weeks despite paying for protection program
Mary Beth Rhodes says she can't keep living without working toilets or sinks.
Woman says her implanted medical device stopped working after going through PNC Park security system
It was supposed to be a day at the ballgame, but a woman from Maryland says it turned into a nightmare.
KDKA Investigates: With one-third of American kids unable to read at grade level, schools are returning to phonics
There's a crisis in reading, and scores across America are abysmal.
Sto-Rox School District to use armed security guards at schools
It's part of a growing trend of schools choosing private security over uniformed police officers.
CHIP glitch leaves some kids without insurance and parents with anxiety
A mother from Butler County says a snag with her son's health insurance couldn't have happened at a worse time.
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How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
Shimano recalls nearly 700,000 bike cranksets after reports of injuries
Shimano's recalled bonded crank parts can "separate and break," causing consumers to crash, according to CPSC.
Telehealth and online prescriptions: Choosing the best medicine and the best care
Online pharmacies are becoming a billion-dollar industry, but choosing the best medicine could be a challenge.
What is xylazine? Animal tranquilizer a growing problem, officials say
Officials said that 70 percent of the heroin on the street has xylazine in it.
Free COVID test kits are back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
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Kyle Schwarber homers, Bryce Harper ejected but Phillies fall to Pirates 3-2
The Pittsburgh Pirates topped the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2 on Thursday night.
Emotional support alligator denied entrance to Pirates-Phillies game
A Phillies fan and his emotional support alligator were denied entrance to watch Philadelphia host Pittsburgh.
17 Pittsburgh Riverhounds' matches will be televised on Pittsburgh's CW and streamed LIVE on KDKA.com
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC and Pittsburgh's CW have entered a partnership for the 2023 season
Bryce Harper's 7th inning home run leads Phillies over Pirates, 7-6
The Pirates have now dropped back-to-back games to the Phillies.
Austin Lemieux, son of Mario, wins 38th annual WPGA Mid-Amateur Championship at Nemacolin
Austin Lemieux roared back in the second round, shooting five under par to win the amateur championship.
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Giant Eagle partners with Instacart for same-day delivery
Giant Eagle is partnering with Instacart for same-day delivery.
Heinz creates 'Ketchup and Seemingly Ranch' condiment for Taylor Swift after NFL game appearance
Heinz is releasing a limited edition "Ketchup and Seemingly Ranch."
Duquesne Light union workers vote to authorize strike
Duquesne Light Company's union workers voted to authorize a strike on Tuesday night.
Primanti Brothers celebrates 90 years in business, opening brand new Pittsburgh location
Primanti Brothers has been looking for a new spot on McKnight Road and now they have one.
UPS to hire more than 900 seasonal workers for holiday rush in Pittsburgh
UPS said it will hire more than 100,000 seasonal employees for the holiday rush, including 900-plus in the Pittsburgh area.
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U2 prepares to open new Las Vegas residency at Sphere
U2 is set to make history Friday as the first band ever to take the stage at Sphere, a cutting-edge spherical venue that graces the Las Vegas skyline.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Pittsburgh had a hand in the development of atomic and nuclear energy
Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing Company built an atomic research lab with the Atom Smasher.
Bruce Springsteen postpones remaining shows, will announce new dates next week
Bruce Springsteen has postponed the rest of his tour dates as he continues to recover from peptic ulcer disease.
WGA ends strike, releases details on tentative deal with studios
The Writers Guild of America released the details of their tentative agreement with Hollywood studios and have unanimously voted to end the nearly 150-day strike.
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Rockey and Innamarato face off in Allegheny County executive debate (Part 3)
Sara Innamarato and Joe Rockey face off in a debate hosted by KDKA-TV.
Rockey, Innamarato face off in Allegheny County executive debate (Part 2)
Sara Innamarato and Joe Rockey face off in a debate hosted by KDKA-TV.
Innamarato, Rockey face off in Allegheny County executive debate (Part 1)
Sara Innamarato and Joe Rockey face off in a debate hosted by KDKA-TV.
Tips for dealing with a sinus infection
It's that time of year for stuffy noses. Abby Mackey is helping us keep an eye on your health, with advice about sinusitis, or sinus infection. She's a registered nurse and writer for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
KDKA News Update PM: February 28, 2023
KDKA News Update PM: February 28, 2023
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A dancing turkey, milkshakes and more highlight the 2nd PTL Gateway Clipper Cruise
Pittsburgh Today Live went sailing on the high seas, errr, three rivers with PNC and Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank to kick off the 421st annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund campaign.
Law enforcement converge in Garfield as 'active shooting situation' unfolds
Pittsburgh police evacuated part of a neighborhood in Garfield as law enforcement and SWAT teams converged on the area due to a dangerous "active shooting situation" on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023.
PHOTOS: Five people killed in Plum house explosion
Other homes were destroyed and several people were injured in the explosion in the Rustic Ridge Estates section of Plum.
Guess Who? Go back to school with the KDKA Team
We've collected the class pictures of our KDKA team. Can you guess who's who from these photos?
Jury recommends death penalty in Pittsburgh synagogue shooting trial
The jury has recommended the death penalty for Robert Bowers, the gunman convicted of shooting and killing 11 worshippers in a Pittsburgh synagogue. The trial has been ongoing since the spring.
