Friday's KDKA Afternoon News: January 4, 2012
Here are some of the highlight's of the Friday edition of the KDKA Afternoon News, in case you missed anything.
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Here are some of the highlight's of the Friday edition of the KDKA Afternoon News, in case you missed anything.
Most of us have gotten a prank call in our lives, but a caller using obituaries to frighten already-grieving victims, has cast a wider net than first thought.
State police shot and killed a man at a local grocery store after he began acting violently Friday morning.
A missing goat's owner in Westmoreland County has come forward.
Is anyone out there missing a goat? That's the question a Westmoreland County couple is asking after a little goat showed up at their home earlier this week.
Two Greensburg Salem Middle School students are among the first to be charged under a new state law that regulates sexting among teens.
The New Year has brought new public transit fares in Westmoreland County.
A fun night at a bar ended with a woman being seriously hurt in Westmoreland County.
State police have issued an arrest warrant and reward as they continue to search for the suspect wanted in the shooting death of a man in Westmoreland County over the weekend.
Police in Greensburg are investigating after two recently-widowed women were the victims of a scary prank phone call. Investigators say they believe the person making the calls is using obituaries to find the woman.
Kaleb Tomson becomes the first baby born in Westmoreland County in 2013.
Pennsylvania State Police are still looking for the man they think pulled the trigger in a bizarre homicide that resulted in three arrests so far.
Police have arrested three people in conjunction with a murder in Westmoreland County Saturday afternoon.
Police are investigating a homicide in Westmoreland County.
A Unity Township animal rescue forced to get rid of more than 50 dogs has successfully adopted out 13 of them.
You've been hearing plenty about the Fiscal Cliff over the last few weeks, but what about the Dairy Cliff? While the threat of the fiscal disaster looms in Washington D.C., there's another issue that's not getting much attention. And within days, it could have you paying outrageous prices for milk.
Pittsburgh police are asking for the public's help in finding a Westmoreland County man who has been missing for 10 days.
Stranded and frustrated - that was the story for many after a winter storm left local roadways across the area snow-covered and dangerous. Now, work continues to plow and salt them. From the City of Pittsburgh to areas north, east and south – it was the same everywhere.
Two people were flown to the hospital after a car accident in Westmoreland County.
Investigators are searching for the cause after fire damaged a manufacturing plant in Westmoreland County on Friday evening. The flames and smoke were intense and caused part of the building to collapse.
A total of 78 dogs living on just one acre of land next to homes has neighbors fed up and the owner of the rescue operation is asking for help.
One person was killed in a Thursday morning accident in Westmoreland County.
More than 350 children across Westmoreland County are participating in the Shop with a Cop program this week.
Police are trying to determine who's at fault for a fatal motorcycle accident Friday.
A pedestrian accident in Westmoreland County left one man dead Thursday morning, but the driver is not likely to face charges.
Scattered strong to severe storms are possible with damaging winds, hail and an isolated tornado not out of the question.
The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent crude oil prices surging.
Jaison Martin, 16, is accused of shooting another teenager along Rosedale Street on Monday night.
Chase Burns allowed one hit in five innings for his first major league win, leading the Cincinnati Reds to a 2-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Anthony Mantha had two goals and an assist, and the Penguins rallied to defeat the Islanders 8-3 on Monday night in a crucial game in the Eastern Conference playoff race.
Scattered strong to severe storms are possible with damaging winds, hail and an isolated tornado not out of the question.
The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent crude oil prices surging.
Jaison Martin, 16, is accused of shooting another teenager along Rosedale Street on Monday night.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2026 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
Chase Burns allowed one hit in five innings for his first major league win, leading the Cincinnati Reds to a 2-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Congress has yet to approve funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which has been shut down for over 40 days.
More than 7 million student loan borrowers who've been enrolled in a Biden-era repayment plan will receive notices with instructions to seek a new plan to repay their debt.
Two Republican state senators have introduced a proposal to hold people accountable for evading tolls on the Pennsylvania Turnpike.
In a 54 to 37 vote, two Democrats voted with all Republicans in attendance to advance Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination. A final confirmation vote is expected in the coming days.
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
After a rat raised questions about health and safety at The Urban Tap, the owner says the South Side business is ready to gain back the public's trust.
Looking to get free shipping when you make an online purchase, but your order doesn't qualify? Here's how you can change that!
Pennsylvania farmers say economic factors like diesel fuel and fertilizer costs are pushing them to the edge.
The gas price spikes are real and apparent. Here's how Pittsburgh drivers can save money.
The Wing-A-Ding bracket is fully underway. We started with "Saucy 16," and then whittled it down to the "Ate the Whole Plate 8." Now, it’s time to reveal the PTL side of the "Fried Up 4."
Daisy Jade took a trip to Floor & Decor in Bethel Park, the first in the Pittsburgh region, to get all the details ahead of the store's grand opening.
With the warmer temperatures settling in, that means farmers' market season is officially back. To celebrate, Chef Doug Heilman is here with bright, simple ideas to help you make the most of all the produce you’ll be bringing home.
Easter baskets are usually packed with jelly beans and chocolate eggs, but what if you tucked in something a little more unexpected this year, like cake? Evan Morgan-Newpher, owner of Evanly Bakes, created this sweet, mess-free treat.
Spring is a natural reset point, and that can include your fitness! Mikey and David are joined by an old friend, Daniel Hill of House Call Training, who gives you some easy, at-home workouts to kickstart your spring!
A Sewickley Hills man said he's left without a usable driveway because PennDOT cannot get it right.
Steven Eason, 15, was shot and killed while trying to break up a fight at the Haunted Hills Hayride in North Versailles in 2021. No arrest has been made.
People in the Pittsburgh area formed "Families for Justice," a support group for parents who lost children to gun violence.
An inspection sheds light on why dust is blanketing a neighborhood in Westmoreland County.
The O'Connor administration will begin taking a scalpel to Pittsburgh's finances as it tries to close a $30 million to $40 million budget hole.
UPMC and AHN say they've been collaborating about getting ready for an event of this magnitude.
When doctors found out Ainsley Flynn had viral myocarditis, they leaped into action to save her. Now, Flynn is giving back.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exploring everything radiation treatment can treat, and the success has been life-changing for people.
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
Chase Burns allowed one hit in five innings for his first major league win, leading the Cincinnati Reds to a 2-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Anthony Mantha had two goals and an assist, and the Penguins rallied to defeat the Islanders 8-3 on Monday night in a crucial game in the Eastern Conference playoff race.
Sidney Crosby returned to the lineup for the Pittsburgh Penguins' game on Monday night against the New York Islanders.
Aaron Rodgers is expected to make a decision about his future with the Pittsburgh Steelers before the upcoming NFL draft.
Pittsburgh's newest music venue released a lineup of its first concerts on Monday, giving a taste of what's to come at Citizens Live at the Wylie.
Forbes' latest ranking of the world's richest people has been released, and the list features billionaires with ties to Pittsburgh.
A fire chief says a fire at an Ohio hog farm complex has killed about 6,000 pigs and unleashed a large plume of smoke that could be seen for miles.
Lawmakers in Harrisburg are looking at bills to tackle dynamic pricing.
The budget airline Breeze is launching a new nonstop route from Pittsburgh to Myrtle Beach this summer.
The first stop on Boone's new tour will be at PPG Paints Arena on July 7.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Newborns at a Pittsburgh-area hospital dressed up to celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Hannah Montana."
11 shows will be coming to Pittsburgh, including six winners of the Best Musical at the Tony Awards.
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours!
Police said a teenage boy was shot in Homewood and a man was shot in Larimer a short time apart on Monday evening.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss today's sports topics.
Six people were indicted on hate crime charges after an antisemitic attack on a Jewish University of Pittsburgh student in 2024, federal prosecutors announced on Monday.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
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.
