Avonworth Teacher Pleads Guilty In Child Sex Assault Case
An elementary school teacher accused of sexually abusing a girl pleaded guilty Monday morning.
Watch CBS News
An elementary school teacher accused of sexually abusing a girl pleaded guilty Monday morning.
Hearing the first victim to take the witness stand against Jerry Sandusky helped push the former Penn State coach's adopted son Matthew to come forward with his own allegations of abuse, he said in a television interview.
A local pastor has been arrested, accused of sexually assaulting a teenager.
As Pittsburgh Police continue to search for a suspect, the jogger who was attacked and sexually assaulted behind her apartment in Friendship on Thursday afternoon is speaking out.
Pittsburgh Police are searching for a man who they say sexually assaulted a woman in Friendship.
A man is facing charges in relation to the sexual assault of a 20-year-old woman over the weekend.
How safe is your daughter or son from sexual violence at college? The numbers may surprise and alarm you.
A man convicted of sexually assaulting a woman back in 2002 has now been sentenced to 75 to 150 years in jail.
A preliminary hearing for a local church pastor, charged with molesting a girl in his congregation, was continued Tuesday because new alleged victims came forward.
A Beaver County paramedic is facing charges in connection with the alleged assault of a woman while responding to a 911 call.
An elementary school teacher accused of sexually abusing a little girl appeared in court Thursday.
Walter Lynn Street has been a music teacher at Avonworth Elementary School since 2009. He is now charged with sexually assaulting a child.
The U.S. Department of Education is looking into Penn State's handling of sexual harassment and sexual assault complaints to see if it had responded appropriately to those reports in the years surrounding the Jerry Sandusky child sex-abuse scandal that engulfed the university.
A woman's journey through Pittsburgh's Municipal Courts Building Thursday became the last steps from the United Kingdom - where she now lives - back to Pittsburgh before she would have to recount a trauma she experienced when she lived in Shadyside in 1992.
A man already facing trial in the alleged sexual abuse of three boys has been ordered to stand trial in yet another case, based on testimony of the alleged victim's older brother at a preliminary hearing in City Court.
Former Pittsburgh Police officer Adam Skweres pled guilty last march to using his police powers to force women to perform sexual favors, and now one of his victims is suing the city.
A local church pastor has been charged with molesting a young member of his congregation.
The Sisters of St. Joseph and St. Titus Parish held a prayer service Friday – a month after an elderly sister was sexually assaulted and attacked.
Beaver County authorities have arrested a man accused of sexually assaulting a 9-year-old girl.
Jerry Sandusky appeared in court Tuesday during an ongoing battle about his pension being forfeited in the wake of a conviction for molesting young boys in 2012.
The issue is Jerry Sandusky's monthly pension that added up to $4,600 per month and he received it starting in 1999 when he retired from Penn State.
Police have charged a 47-year-old man in connection with an alleged rape on New Year's Eve night on Pittsburgh's South Side.
A Washington County man was arrested on charges he sexually assaulted two young girls he was babysitting.
An 85-year-old nun took the witness stand today, still recovering from her injuries after authorities say she was attacked, beaten and sexually assaulted earlier this month in Beaver County.
A local school bus driver was arrested on sexual assault charges after allegedly receiving oral sex from a teen girl.
An early-morning water main break left behind debris and a massive hole in one South Fayette neighborhood.
The City of Bradenton and Point Park University announced they are exploring a potential partnership to expand the university south.
The tour will be coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 8, 2027.
A changing body for teenagers can make them particularly vulnerable, and parents must play an active role in helping their child.
Kickoff between the Steelers and the Packers is set for 7 p.m. at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
A man and a woman were found dead, and four kids were safe in an apparent murder-suicide at the Northview Heights Estates.
Video from Ohiopyle shows the Yough River overflowing after heavy rain and storms, causing many of the trails and campgrounds to wash out and close.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
KDKA-TV Back-to-school 2026
An early-morning water main break left behind debris and a massive hole in one South Fayette neighborhood.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
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.
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony before the committee last week.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
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.
Sean Collier's Weekend Guide for this week includes a poignant show called Come From Away, the new Science of Speed Exhibit at the Kamin Science Center, and the return of Thelma & Louise to the big screen.
College freshmen are about to get their first taste of dorm life, and that raises one important question: "What do they really need?" Luckily, our KDKA interns, Samantha, Ben, & Michaela know college life because they're living it! So, they took Daisy Jade to Walmart to show her the stuff they wish someone had told them to get.
Pittsburgh is full of events and resources that can help you load up on back-to-school supplies for free. Kidsburgh Ambassador Yu-Ling Behr gave PTL the play-by-play.
Busy moms don't need any extra stress during the school year. Stylist Joanna Heyman showed Heather & David some simple styling tips that'll get mom out the door in no time, so pickups and drop-offs are a breeze.
Physical therapy has really evolved over the last few years. Daisy took a trip to Fyzical in Seven Fields to see what this new wave of balance is all about.
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Sherwin-Williams Manufacturing Company entered into a consent order and agreement.
A community in Butler County said repeated boil water advisories have them uneasy about their water quality.
An investigation into alleged theft at the North Versailles tax collector's office is underway.
Nearly five months into a major road construction project in Beaver County, several small business owners say they are struggling to keep customers coming through the door.
Opposition to a data center at the back end of an industrial park is growing among residents of Hanover Township, Washington County.
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.
Doctors are finding they are faced with questions about health advice from social media, but they caution that you can't always trust what you find.
Kickoff between the Steelers and the Packers is set for 7 p.m. at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Griffin Conine and Heriberto Hernández homered, and Janson Junk worked six solid innings as the Miami Marlins extended their winning streak to four games with an 8-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
North Allegheny is the only school in Pennsylvania that will wear the Mahomes-inspired uniforms.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
Amtrak is adding a second trip from Pittsburgh to New York later this year, officials said during a public board meeting.
Attention is brewing around a proposed variance for Bethel Bakery to expand its parking.
The organizers of a plan aimed at making Pittsburgh's South Side safer are standing by their efforts.
The tour will be coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 8, 2027.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Joe Manganiello says even when he spent 25 years living in Los Angeles, he always considered Pittsburgh home.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Dave Matthews stopped by a Pittsburgh restaurant before his show at Star Lake on Friday night.
Sean Collier's Weekend Guide for this week includes a poignant show called Come From Away, the new Science of Speed Exhibit at the Kamin Science Center, and the return of Thelma & Louise to the big screen.
College freshmen are about to get their first taste of dorm life, and that raises one important question: "What do they really need?" Luckily, our KDKA interns, Samantha, Ben, & Michaela know college life because they're living it! So, they took Daisy Jade to Walmart to show her the stuff they wish someone had told them to get.
Pittsburgh is full of events and resources that can help you load up on back-to-school supplies for free. Kidsburgh Ambassador Yu-Ling Behr gave PTL the play-by-play.
Busy moms don't need any extra stress during the school year. Stylist Joanna Heyman showed Heather & David some simple styling tips that'll get mom out the door in no time, so pickups and drop-offs are a breeze.
Physical therapy has really evolved over the last few years. Daisy took a trip to Fyzical in Seven Fields to see what this new wave of balance is all about.
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.
