Fire at closed West Virginia steel mill brought under control despite challenges
A fire at a closed steel mill in Weirton, West Virginia, has been brought under control, but only after firefighters faced significant challenges.
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A fire at a closed steel mill in Weirton, West Virginia, has been brought under control, but only after firefighters faced significant challenges.
West Virginia's attorney general is preparing to argue for the state's law banning transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports in front of the U.S. Supreme Court.
The Washington Avenue Bridge over the Wheeling Creek has been closed since last month and was in the process of being demolished.
Matt Sieg signed with West Virginia University last month and has been named the Maxwell Football Club's High School Player of the Year.
A person died at Timberline Mountain ski resort in West Virginia over the weekend.
Sam Pierson died after the vehicle he was working on fell on top of him in Hurricane, West Virginia, on New Year's Day.
Starting January 1, food-stamp recipients in five U.S. states will face restrictions on using the benefits to buy some sugary foods.
A man is in custody after Pennsylvania State Police say he shot both of his parents, killing his mother.
A West Virginia miner died after an incident on Thursday, the governor said.
Authorities in West Virginia are investigating after seven puppies were found abandoned on the side of the road in single-digit temperatures.
Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe "has made extraordinary progress," his medical team said.
A man was charged with DUI causing death in the crash that killed former West Virginia lawmaker Tony Whitlow.
Transportation Security Administration officers found the weapon within a passenger's carry-on bag around 4:45 a.m. Saturday.
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said the family expects Andrew Wolfe to be in acute care for another two to three weeks.
West Virginia communities and officials are honoring two members of the state's National Guard who were shot in Washington, D.C., this week, lauding their dedication to serving their country.
Seventh-ranked Texas Tech finished the regular season with a 49-0 win at West Virginia.
"I haven't heard of anyone step back," Gov. Patrick Morrisey told CBS News in an interview. "They wanted to stay. They wanted to complete the mission and serve their state and country."
Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom worked for behavioral health agency, Seneca Health Services, as a community engagement specialist before her deployment.
A West Virginia judge has ruled that parents can use religious beliefs to opt out of required school vaccines for their children.
U.S. Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia has agreed to pay nearly $5.2 million in overdue personal taxes.
The death of a 15-year-old boy in West Virginia has sparked an investigation into an alleged sextortion scheme.
A man in West Virginia was charged after a 2-year-old boy died from a gunshot wound, authorities said.
Beginning in fall 2026, Independence Health System will operate under the WVU Medicine brand.
Jeff Sims accounted for 288 yards and three touchdowns, Jesus Gomez kicked a 49-yard field goal in the fourth quarter and Arizona State kept its Big 12 title hopes alive with a 25-23 win over West Virginia.
West Virginia beat Pittsburgh 71-49 on Thursday night in the 192nd Backyard Brawl.
Tuesday is a First Alert Weather Day due to cold temperatures.
The stabbing happened around 5:30 a.m. on Monday along Mount Pleasant Road.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are searching for a new head coach for the first time in nearly 20 years after Mike Tomlin stepped down last week.
The National Weather Service said wind chills Monday night and Tuesday morning could reach nearly -15 degrees.
A police chase ended over a hillside in the area of Pine Street high above Rt. 906.
Tuesday is a First Alert Weather Day due to cold temperatures.
The stabbing happened around 5:30 a.m. on Monday along Mount Pleasant Road.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are searching for a new head coach for the first time in nearly 20 years after Mike Tomlin stepped down last week.
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Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
Pennsylvania's two sitting senators, Republican Dave McCormick and Democrat John Fetterman, told CBS News they do not support a U.S. military takeover of Greenland.
The lawmakers posted a video in November that told military service members that they "must refuse illegal orders."
Five congressional Democrats say they have received inquiries from the DOJ after they appeared in a video urging members of the military not to follow "illegal orders" — a move the lawmakers allege is political intimidation.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
If you get a ticket in the city of Pittsburgh, there could be a higher chance that instead of getting it on your car windshield, you're getting it in the mail.
Western Pennsylvania is grappling with a December that has been significantly colder than in years past.
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Some drivers in Pittsburgh are ignoring road closure signs in the South Side Flats, leaving residents exasperated.
A Westmoreland County taxidermist is under investigation by the Pennsylvania State Police.
Stray voltage from a nearby streetlight shocked Montana Mitchell and her dog, leaving the dog immobile.
Twin boys have been seen selling lemonade for long hours several times a week on street corners throughout Pittsburgh and the suburbs.
A woman says she and her dog were shocked while running in Pittsburgh's Strip District.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
Firefighters have a 62% higher risk of cancer, and this week, the New Castle Central Fire Station hosted pre-screenings.
Once the holidays are over, we often find ourselves in a funk, so how can we find ways to boost our mood?
A major expansion in women's health care is taking shape in Washington County.
Flu cases keep increasing, but at least one Pittsburgh-area emergency room doctor says not everyone needs to visit him.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are searching for a new head coach for the first time in nearly 20 years after Mike Tomlin stepped down last week.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The former Green Bay and Dallas head coach, Mike McCarthy, is reportedly speaking to the Steelers.
Charlie Coyle scored the deciding goal in the shootout and the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-3 on Saturday night.
McConnell, a Chartiers Valley High School graduate, reached the milestone with two assists in the first quarter of Friday's game.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
The Macy's location at the Pittsburgh Mills Mall will be among the several closures.
With the Steelers hosting their first playoff game with fans in the building since 2018, a lot of revenue is expected to be made in the city.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
"The Pitt" won big at the Golden Globes on Sunday night.
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Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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A cold weather advisory has been issued for the area that takes effect Monday evening.
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Westmoreland County 911 says a pursuit with police ended in Monessen with a large-scale rescue operation.
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.
