Wiz Khalifa sentenced by Romanian court to 9 months for drug possession
A court in Romania has sentenced American rapper Wiz Khalifa to nine months in jail on drug possession charges.
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A court in Romania has sentenced American rapper Wiz Khalifa to nine months in jail on drug possession charges.
Nine couples got married on Friday inside a former county jail in central Ohio that was decorated for Halloween.
Police have arrested two men on suspicion of murder after the former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins was stabbed to death at a prison in northern England.
Conflicts between cartels and other organized crime groups in Mexico are often replicated in prison populations, which struggle with overcrowding.
Bryan Kohberger, who pleaded guilty to the murders of four University of Idaho students, is expected to serve his life sentence at a facility called one of the "15 worst prisons in America."
The former Japanese interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani has surrendered to a federal prison in Pennsylvania.
A man accused of trying to burn down Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's official residence is seeking to delay his next court appearance because he's receiving mental health treatment.
Alcatraz, a notorious former prison on an island in San Francisco Bay, once housed some famous gangsters like Al Capone and George "Machine-Gun" Kelly.
The Fayette County Jail could soon become one of the few facilities in the region to begin housing federal inmates.
Gov. Josh Shapiro's administration says it's recommending the closure of Rockview state prison and the Quehanna boot camp amid longer-term national trends of shrinking prison populations.
Authorities say a corrections officer has died after an assault by an inmate in an Ohio prison on Christmas morning.
People seeking copies of police and jail videos in Ohio may have to pay up to $750 per department.
A Pennsylvania jail is facing accusations it retaliated against inmates suspected of smoking synthetic marijuana by withholding necessities like toilet paper, soap and warm clothing.
President Biden's decision to commute the 17-year prison sentence of Michael Conahan angered many in northeastern Pennsylvania.
Mark Holdren entered a plea agreement in which he admitted conspiring with other officers to beat Quantez Burks as retaliation at the Southern Regional Jail in Beaver.
A Pennsylvania appeals court has ruled that Danelo Cavalcante's prison escape last year cost him his right to appeal his original life sentence.
Two West Virginia correctional officers accused of failing to intervene as their colleagues beat an incarcerated man to death in 2022 have pleaded guilty in federal court.
A 12-year-old girl whose disappearance galvanized a Georgia community has been found in Ohio.
Ezra Bozeman died about two weeks after being granted a medical transfer from prison to a facility that could better treat his condition, including quadriplegia.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice says he is ending the state of emergency over staffing in the state Department of Corrections.
Former Ohio Treasurer and three-time U.S. Senate candidate Josh Mandel has been threatened with jail time for violating the terms of his divorce agreement.
The Allegheny County jail could significantly increase its mental health staffing and provide more training about use of force and restraint.
Brandon Novak is being held on charges of illegal use of a minor in nudity-oriented material and pandering sexually oriented matter involving a minor.
Eleven suspects have been arrested in an investigation into illegal drugs allegedly delivered by drones into a federal prison in southern West Virginia.
Authorities did not immediately provide further details or reveal the deceased inmate's identity.
Several organizations are working to help dozens of cats rescued from a home in Pittsburgh's Perry North neighborhood.
A grand jury in Ohio indicted nine people suspected of being involved in a human trafficking ring at the Econo Lodge in Columbus, officials said.
Anson Crandall, an 18-year-old St. Francis de Sales School student, is being remembered as a "talented visual artist," leaders said.
PJM Interconnection, the regional power grid operator for Pennsylvania and 12 other states, is set to release new information on rates on Tuesday.
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry is celebrating 10 years of its MY Work program.
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 major, nearly monthlong closure of Pittsburgh's Parkway East is underway, detouring hundreds of thousands of drivers.
Monday was the first workday during the highly anticipated Commercial Street Bridge replacement project.
Several organizations are working to help dozens of cats rescued from a home in Pittsburgh's Perry North neighborhood.
A grand jury in Ohio indicted nine people suspected of being involved in a human trafficking ring at the Econo Lodge in Columbus, officials said.
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.
There are more ways than ever to turn your library card into a passport for summer fun. Carrie Lane from the Allegheny County Library Association shows us everything you can unlock at your local library.
Bringing your favorite stories to life, artistic director Justin Fortunato gives a breakdown of the newest show lineup, presented by Clearview Federal Credit Union.
Chef Doug Heilman is putting a sweet citrus twist on tiramisu with limoncello!
This low parasol centerpiece is a great way to step up your picnic game. Here’s how you can make it.
Party planning expert Shari Zatman takes us outside to help us turn an ordinary day out into an extraordinary experience.
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.
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.
When you hear you're diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. It can leave questions, anger and a feeling of seclusion.
Paul Skenes won his second straight start after going winless for nine in a row.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Esmerlyn Valdez hit his third home run of the day, and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers 3-2 to sweep a doubleheader.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Esmerlyn Valdez helped rally the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-6 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers in the first game of a doubleheader.
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.
A federal judge has extended his block on enforcement of an Ohio law that would require children under 16 to get parental consent to use social media apps while a legal challenge proceeds.
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.
Several rescue organizations are working to help dozens of cats rescued from a home in Pittsburgh's Perry North neighborhood.
The U.S. military completed a third consecutive night of strikes against Iran on Monday, shortly after President Trump vowed to hit Iran hard.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Maine fatally shot a man in his car on Monday, the Department of Homeland Security said, marking the second time in a week that ICE officers have used deadly force in the U.S.
Elite 18: No. 16 at Mystic Rock
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.
