Friends attempted to save 12-year-old boy who drowned in Monongahela River
New information has emerged after a 12-year-old boy drowned in the Monongahela River in Donora over the weekend.
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New information has emerged after a 12-year-old boy drowned in the Monongahela River in Donora over the weekend.
Rontae Lester was swimming with friends in the river on Saturday when his friends lost sight of him.
A search and rescue operation began Saturday afternoon along the Monongahela River in Donora, Washington County.
Downpours spark floods in Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania, leaving one boy dead and forcing dozens to evacuate inundated homes and schools.
The roof of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo collapsed on a crowd, killing at least 184 people and leaving many others injured or trapped under rubble.
Dozens of emergency responders from all over the area didn't hesitate to help with the intense underground search for 64-year-old Elizabeth Pollard.
As crews continue to dig for Elizabeth Pollard, residents nearby are worried after learning parts of the mine's roof have collapsed.
State police now say the rescue effort for 64-year-old Elizabeth Pollard in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, has now shifted to a recovery effort.
Crews are still working to locate 64-year-old Elizabeth Pollard, who is believed to have fallen into a sinkhole in Unity Township while she was out searching for a missing cat.
Two people fell down a hillside above West Liberty Avenue and say they were trying to get away from someone who was shooting at them.
At least 17 people are dead as a result of Hurricane Milton, officials told CBS News.
The cave was littered with animal skulls and bones, the rescuer said, adding: "It felt nice that the cave didn't get to keep another one."
A horse stuck in the mud was rescued thanks to the help of multiple Pittsburgh-area fire departments.
Three mariners were rescued after they spelled out "HELP" with palm leaves on the beach. It marks the second time in four years that castaways were found on the same island.
Taiwan's strongest earthquake in 25 years hit during morning rush, killing several, injuring hundreds and sparking tsunami warnings as far away as Japan and the Philippines.
No injuries were reported after an incident on Lake Erie spurred authorities to launch a rescue operation.
Japan's leader says workers are "fighting a battle against time" to rescue people trapped in rubble after a series of powerful earthquakes.
Video captured as an earthquake hit China's mountainous northwest, killing at least 126 people, shows residents running for their lives as homes crumbled in the dead of winter.
Volunteers continued the search in the Allegheny River in Harmar Township Thursday night for two different victims.
The man was awake and alert but had to be treated for multiple leg fractures and dislocations.
A Libyan official who visited Derna said "25% of the city has disappeared," and he expects the final toll to be "really, really big."
Cave expert Mark Dickey was hit with internal bleeding as he helped chart the Morca cave system, leaving him stuck more than 3,200 feet underground.
Hundreds of people lined up to donate blood as rescuers kept hunting for people trapped under rubble two days after a 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit central Morocco.
When crews arrived, "they found a badly damaged pickup truck and one occupant" at the bottom of a 100-foot cliff, officials said.
The Broughton Volunteer Fire Department responded to a report of a pet bird being stranded in a tree in South Park Township Friday night.
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York has pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges in Northeast Ohio after being arrested on suspicion of engaging in prostitution over the weekend, authorities said.
Parents in West Mifflin are concerned about the school district's busing after a hectic start to the new academic year.
The historic fire and police station in East Liberty is once again housing Pittsburgh's first responders.
A Fayette County soccer organization is seeking help from the community after its soccer fields were vandalized.
Chris "Block" Gordon, a popular TV personality and drag racer, was killed in a "devastating" crash at a raceway in Ohio, authorities said.
A vigil was held on Sunday in remembrance of 18-year-old Karoline Heintz, who authorities say was fatally stabbed by her boyfriend last week.
A six-point buck was illegally shot in Bedford County, the Pennsylvania Game Commission said.
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York has pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges in Northeast Ohio after being arrested on suspicion of engaging in prostitution over the weekend, authorities said.
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The historic fire and police station in East Liberty is once again housing Pittsburgh's first responders.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
Veteran organizations and businesses are asking state legislators to pass a bill allowing them to keep their so-called "skill-game" machines.
"We've seen too many developers who are trying to bulldoze our community," Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro told "CBS Mornings."
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on Tuesday said he's instituting what he calls the strictest data center guardrails in the country.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
The store will be located at the North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.
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The Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh brings its education ambassador, Vedder, for Boaz's last day.
Heather and David talk about their weekends, and Boaz joins them for his last day at KDKA.
Daisy visits The Frick Pittsburgh Museums & Gardens to check out their newest exhibition!
More than 300 Pittsburgh Public Schools buses are equipped with AI-enabled Bus Patrol cameras.
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KDKA Investigates has received several concerns about the integrity of the bridge, leading to an eight-month investigation into how safe the bridge is.
Going to college was once considered a very safe investment, but with tuition soaring, is it still worth the price tag?
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Sherwin-Williams Manufacturing Company entered into a consent order and agreement.
More than three years later, we're beginning to learn about the health impacts of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Several waterways across Pennsylvania tested high for E. coli, environmental groups said.
The Pennsylvania measles outbreak isn't slowing down, and one local doctor said Pittsburgh is not immune.
The countdown to the first day of school is on, and now is the time to start making some adjustments.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York has pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges in Northeast Ohio after being arrested on suspicion of engaging in prostitution over the weekend, authorities said.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
A Fayette County soccer organization is seeking help from the community after its soccer fields were vandalized.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Mike McCarthy wants to work with Joey Porter Jr., but the Pittsburgh Steelers and the cornerback are at an impasse over a new deal.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
The Jonas Brothers are returning to Pittsburgh later this year.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
The tour will be coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 8, 2027.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
President Trump said Monday that Iran was "collapsing" before the U.S. unveiled new sanctions that Treasury chief Scott Bessent vowed would amount to "the single greatest financial offensive ever marshalled against an adversary."
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York has pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges in Northeast Ohio after being arrested on suspicion of engaging in prostitution over the weekend, authorities said.
Parents in West Mifflin are concerned about the school district's busing after a hectic start to the new academic year.
A western Pennsylvania man is facing child pornography charges following an investigation into allegations that he had inappropriate contact with minors. KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose reports.
A local soccer organization is seeking help from the community after its fields were vandalized. KDKA-TV’s Josh Taylor has more.
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.
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The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
