Mom Charged After Son, 11, Overdoses On Prescription Drug
A woman is facing an involuntary manslaughter charge after authorities say her 11-year-old overdosed on the woman's methadone.
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A woman is facing an involuntary manslaughter charge after authorities say her 11-year-old overdosed on the woman's methadone.
An 8-year-old girl is being credited with helping to save her mother's life in Morningside.
A judge has dismissed involuntary manslaughter and evidence tampering charges against two men in connection with the overdose death of a high school student last year.
Police were called to Carrick Thursday night as part of a possible drug investigation.
Pittsburgh Police are investigating a rash of heroin overdoses, one fatal, Tuesday night in four city neighborhoods.
A woman abandoned at a Beaver County gas station is being treated at a local hospital for a possible overdose.
Authorities have arrested two people and are looking for a third in connection with several fentanyl-laced heroin overdoses that killed 22 people in western Pennsylvania last year.
A 7-year-old girl in Beaver County called her father after her mother overdosed on heroin last week.
Police have captured the man they say robbed a Subway shop while wearing a clown mask.
A central Pennsylvania man is charged with child endangerment after police say a 9-year-old boy died of an overdose.
After the rash of fentanyl-laced heroin deaths seems to have slowed down, new charges are being filed.
After a recent string of heroin overdose deaths, officials say heroin-related deaths are on the downswing.
Ross Township police have arrested a man accused of selling fentanyl-laced heroin.
Philip Seymour Hoffman was a fearless actor.
The following KDKA editorial is about drug awareness, and how tainted drugs have been the source of over a dozen recent deaths around our area.
Amy Needham, 35, of Ross Township, is facing drug possession charges after police say she was found unconscious in the bathroom of a West View drug store.
Two people were arrested in separate drug busts Wednesday.
Police continue to make drug arrests, determined to get a deadly batch of heroin off the streets.
Police seized a significant amount of heroin in Homestead on Monday.
Acetaminophen, known commonly by brand name Tylenol, is in more than just Tylenol. It's in NyQuil, Robitussin, Excedrin products and many others.
An investigation is underway after a heart transplant patient allegedly overdosed on drugs at UPMC Presbyterian hospital.
Uniontown Police filed charges Thursday against a mother who they say passed out after overdosing on heroin with her two young children in the backseat.
A heroin overdose in one Westmoreland County community helped police in another community to arrest a man who they say is a mid-level dealer.
Heroin is rearing its ugly head in urban, suburban and rural settings.
Westmoreland County has seen a dramatic jump in heroin overdoses.
A 12-year-old boy on an e-bike was killed in a crash in Manchester Township, Pennsylvania, on Monday, authorities said.
Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato announced on Tuesday that she is pregnant.
A group of parents has filed a complaint with the Pennsylvania Human Rights Commission in an effort to prevent Pittsburgh Public Schools from carrying out its closure plan.
One of the three McKeesport High School football assistant coaches let go last month has filed a discrimination complaint against the district.
Time is running out for lawmakers in Harrisburg to decide on a Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling earlier this year.
The explosive demolition of Pittsburgh's Commercial Street Bridge is scheduled for Wednesday.
Three people are facing charges after a naked child was found walking on a road in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania.
During the Parkway East closure, PennDOT is encouraging drivers to use a website that provides updates on how traffic is flowing around the I-376 detours.
A 12-year-old boy on an e-bike was killed in a crash in Manchester Township, Pennsylvania, on Monday, authorities said.
Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato announced on Tuesday that she is pregnant.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, who had just returned from a trip to Ukraine.
A landmark housing bill automatically became law overnight after President Trump declined to sign it.
Pennsylvania Sens. Dave McCormick and John Fetterman have formed a joint fundraising committee.
Sen. John Fetterman condemned his colleagues who continued backing Graham Platner amid a string of scandals.
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
The Pittsburgh Foundation’s One Day of Giving will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 4. Your donation can help more than 200 local nonprofits providing essentials like food, shelter, healthcare, and childcare. Today, Daisy Jade heads to the Rainbow Kitchen Community Services in Homestead, where they’ve been serving the Mon Valley with meals, hope, and support for more than 40 years.
Bruster’s brings out some new flavors just in time for National Ice Cream Day, and if you’re lucky, you may be able to score free ice cream for a year!
Heather takes us over to a fantasy mobile book vendor to explore the possibilities at the upcoming Brighton Heights Book Fair.
Dr. Lori brings us some antique metals. Do you know what they’re worth?
Heather and David are getting an early taste of Picklesburgh for today’s Taste It Tuesday!
Over the past several years, neighbors in one Pittsburgh-area community say they've found dozens of dead birds at the base of a single telephone pole.
Two years after Pittsburgh struggled to turn on public water fountains, the city says just about every operable fountain is now working.
Some residents in Westmoreland County are voicing their frustrations over speculation on data centers.
There are several data centers on the drawing boards in southwestern Pennsylvania, raising concerns about noise and pollution.
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis that leaders are unsure how to address.
Eleven people have been sickened by cyclospora, a parasite that causes watery diarrhea, the Allegheny County Health Department announced on Tuesday.
September marks the beginning of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in the United States.
For the eighth year, a mobile dental clinic is back in Pittsburgh, providing free preventive dental care for those living in underserved communities.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
Representatives from UPMC and Allegheny County Public Safety held a demonstration to encourage firework safety in Pittsburgh.
The 7th hole at Seven Oaks is one of the biggest tests on the course, a challenging par 5.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Mystic Rock, which hosted the 84 Lumber Classic for many years, remains one of the best championship courses in western Pennsylvania.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Paul Skenes won his second straight start after going winless for nine in a row.
The Colorado-based Voyager Technologies has officially acquired Astrobotic, the aerospace company located on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
The Kroger Company announced the acquisition of Giant Eagle on Wednesday morning.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
It's shaping up to be a busy holiday weekend across western Pennsylvania, which includes the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
On today's Parent Panel, we're talking about failure to launch.
Flour Power Cooking Studios shows us a recipe that's kid-approved.
Boaz checks out Lynn Purse's garden.
Today we're diving into your biggest vacation "oops" moments.
Here's what you can try during Taste of Picklesburgh.
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.
