'Scary Clown Threats': Philadelphia Police, Schools Probe Social Media Posts
School officials and police in Philadelphia say they are investigating social media posts with what they called "scary clown threats."
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School officials and police in Philadelphia say they are investigating social media posts with what they called "scary clown threats."
Philadelphia police are looking for a driver who they allege purposely hit a crossing guard after she yelled at him for almost striking a child with his car.
A blood trail led police to Philadelphia after they found a woman dead in Delaware County.
Firefighters say a man has been rushed to Temple University Hospital after his car was firebombed near the campus in north Philadelphia.
A "rambling" note expressing hatred for police was found after a man opened fire on a Philadelphia police officer then went on a shooting spree, injuring a second officer, killing a woman and wounding three other people before he was shot and killed by police in an alley, authorities said Saturday.
Police say a Philadelphia pastor's wife pulled out a gun and shot an armed man who was trying to rob her and her family.
Student tour guides at a college outside Philadelphia say they have been told not to bring prospective students or their parents into a dormitory because it frequently smelled of marijuana.
A woman walking through a park in Philadelphia was stunned when something slimy slapped her in the face.
Police in Philadelphia say they've had to clear an outdoor concert stage after more than 1,000 people rushed it during a Labor Day weekend show.
Officials say two swastikas were painted on bathroom doors in the library of a private liberal arts college near Philadelphia.
Police say a man has been arrested in a hit-and-run crash in north Philadelphia that killed a woman in a wheelchair.
Authorities say another heat-related death has been recorded in Philadelphia during the current heat wave.
Philadelphia is urging residents not to swim in dumpsters after a rented trash bin was filled with fire hydrant water and transformed into a pool.
After three days of Democratic stars, including a pair of presidents, asserting she is ready for the White House, Hilary Clinton must make that case for herself on her nominating convention's final night.
Most of the activity of the Democratic National Convention is happening inside the Wells Fargo Center, but there is also a lot of action outside.
Breaking a historic barrier, Democrats triumphantly chose Hillary Clinton as their White House nominee Tuesday night, the first woman ever to lead a major political party into the general election.
Gov. Tom Wolf, who is also serving as the chair of the Pennsylvania delegation, joined the "KDKA Morning News" and says Pennsylvania is a "very important" state for Hillary Clinton to win.
Ending months of animosity, Bernie Sanders robustly embraced his former rival Hillary Clinton Monday night.
The Democratic National Convention gets underway Monday in Philadelphia with much bigger demonstrations than the Republican convention and much higher temperatures as the region copes with an oppressive heat wave.
In sweltering heat, Democrats from across the nation arrived in Philadelphia on Sunday.
We may be able to carry games in our pockets on our cellphones now, but there's nothing quite like a good, old-fashioned arcade.
Prosecutors say a New Jersey man paid a Philadelphia woman to allow him to sexually assault two girls for years.
A 13-year-old Philadelphia boy who was playing with a gun with several other teens has died after he was shot in the face.
A police officer who was shot seven times while conducting a drug investigation was saluted colleagues as he left a Philadelphia hospital.
An officer shot several times near Philadelphia got a call from country singer Kenny Chesney with an apology for announcing at a concert that he had died of his injuries.
The Pittsburgh police are asking for your help. But the request isn't about solving a crime or finding a missing person. Instead, it's all about officers helping those in need.
Jared Triolo and Jake Mangum hit run-scoring singles against Fernando Cruz in the 10th inning, lifting the Pirates to a 5-3 win over the Yankees in the opener of a day-night doubleheader.
Two suspects are in custody after police said they went on a crime spree in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties on July 9.
A Pennsylvania police officer is facing charges after investigators said he took off his body-worn camera while on duty, went to a woman's house and used his handcuffs for "inappropriate and unlawful contact" with her.
Three tornadoes spawned from Tuesday evening's severe storms, hitting communities in Lawrence and Butler counties.
Pennsylvania Secretary of Transportation Mike Carroll touted the project as a "stunning achievement."
Three tornadoes spawned from Tuesday evening's severe storms, hitting communities in Lawrence and Butler counties.
A McKeesport family says their 3-year-old pet emu was hunted and killed by their neighbors' pitbulls.
The victim was told they had to deposit $2,000 into an ATM due to an alleged missed jury duty date.
The Pittsburgh police are asking for your help. But the request isn't about solving a crime or finding a missing person. Instead, it's all about officers helping those in need.
Pittsburgh Fire Chief Darryl Jones, who has been on paid administrative leave, will retire after a review of his bureau.
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
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 Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
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.
Boaz gives us a tour of his garden and shows us the strangest things he is growing.
Heather Abraham took a look at the brand new Steel City Classics collection and gave a preview of what fans can pick up at training camp.
Some of the cast joins PTL to talk about the show, presented by the Pittsburgh CLO.
Daisy Jade is live outside the studio with Six Gun Sally, one of Pennsylvania's premier southern rock bands. The group is about to start on the next leg of their summer tour with Lynyrd Skynyrd.
Boaz Frankel joins David Highfield for WHATCHA THINK WEDNESDAY .. and the question is all about four-letter words?!
Developers want to fill the former Vincentian Marion Manor facility in Banksville with new townhomes.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis.
It costs a lot of money to keep houses of worship safe.
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.
Western Pennsylvania remains one of the most heavily impacted regions across the country for tick-borne illnesses.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Pennsylvania is under a statewide Code Purple air quality alert on Friday because of smoke from the wildfires in Canada and Minnesota. But what does that mean?
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Wildfire smoke is causing hazardous air quality in the Pittsburgh area, prompting a warning from health officials.
Jared Triolo and Jake Mangum hit run-scoring singles against Fernando Cruz in the 10th inning, lifting the Pirates to a 5-3 win over the Yankees in the opener of a day-night doubleheader.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The elevator dates back to the 1930s and takes players from the 17th green to the 18th tee.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Saint Vincent College says it's ready for Steelers training camp.
The former glass plant in Charleroi has been listed for sale.
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.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
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.
Three tornadoes spawned from Tuesday evening's severe storms, hitting communities in Lawrence and Butler counties. KDKA's Ross Guidotti went to Pulaski Township to talk to residents as they clean up.
Pennsylvania Secretary of Transportation Mike Carroll said the Parkway East could reopen by early next week.
Republicans said they'd welcome Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman to the GOP if he ever decides to leave the Democratic Party.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani conceded late Tuesday that the city does not have the authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Two suspects are in custody after police said they went on a crime spree in an attempt to rob multiple gas stations in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties on July 9.
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.
