Damage Reports Begin To Come In As Sandy Lashes Pittsburgh Area
As Superstorm Sandy made landfall along the coast of New Jersey around 8 p.m. Monday, the rain and winds began to pick up here in Pittsburgh, drenching the area.
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As Superstorm Sandy made landfall along the coast of New Jersey around 8 p.m. Monday, the rain and winds began to pick up here in Pittsburgh, drenching the area.
More than three million people were without power as of Monday evening, and most of them are in and around New York City.
Counties to the east, like Fayette and Westmoreland, are the first to feel the impact of Superstorm Sandy. At the Laurel Summit on Monday afternoon, a heavy, slushy rain pounded the pavement.
A mother is mourning her son after he was killed in an overnight accident in Westmoreland County.
The investigation continues into the case of a 3-month-old baby girl from Westmoreland County who was taken to a local hospital over the weekend with multiple broken bones.
The driver of a UPS tractor-trailer is luckily OK after a bizarre accident Wednesday morning.
Police in Westmoreland County are investigating after a 3-month-old baby girl from Loyalhanna Township was brought into the hospital with serious injuries.
One person was killed in an early Tuesday morning mobile home fire in Westmoreland County.
A Westmoreland County man is recovering from an extremely close call.
Authorities in Westmoreland County say they have identified the pedestrian who died after being struck by a vehicle Saturday evening in Unity Township.
Three men are under arrest for allegedly breaking into dozens of homes in Westmoreland County.
A man is in the hospital after he was found on the side of the road with four gunshot wounds in Westmoreland County.
A Westmoreland County man is facing charges after an argument with his aunt turned violent.
A man, accused of firing 17 shots at Police in Hempfield Township, is now in jail.
The Irwin Borough police chief was taken to the hospital, after he was assaulted Wednesday morning.
A prosecutor said a woman and her adult son found dead in their Arnold home last week had been beaten to death.
The Monessen High School football team went to McKeesport where they played Serra Catholic without three of their key players. The unidentified players, ages 15, 16 and 17, were arrested Thursday night after practice when their coaches called police after finding marijuana, heroin and two guns in their lockers.
Police say the gruesome discovery of the bodies of Bonnie Broadwater and Lance Holt came late Thursday when a friend of Bonnie stopped by to pick up a credit card and check on her welfare.
A local mother is facing charges after she allegedly shook her baby. State police say that it was during a therapy session that Breana Elizabeth Rigda, of Latrobe, admitted to what really happened to her baby, Mackenzie Rigda.
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One person was killed in an overnight accident in Westmoreland County.
Ligonier Township volunteer firefighters and crews worked for almost three hours to save a calf that was stuck below ground in 16-foot hole Monday.
When Irwin police responded to a domestic call at the Village of Easton apartment complex Sunday night, they didn't expect the victim to be a 3-year-old girl. Irwin Police Chief Joe Pocsatko told KDKA's Kym Gable the mother's boyfriend, 22-year-old Marvin Jackson Stewart, beat the toddler with his leather belt.
An early Monday morning accident in Westmoreland County has left part of Route 22 closed in both directions.
Authorities spent several hours at a home in Westmoreland County overnight as part of a possible drug investigation.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York.
Isolated storms are possible on Thursday, but warmer weather and sunshine are on the horizon in Pittsburgh.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
The San Diego Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-0 on Wednesday to avoid a three-game sweep.
A homeowner and her children locked themselves inside a bathroom while a suspected burglar was inside their Pennsylvania home.
An Allegheny County woman is facing theft charges after police said she stole more than $4,000 from a scholarship fund created to honor a fallen McKeesport police officer.
A homeowner and her children locked themselves inside a bathroom while a suspected burglar was inside their Pennsylvania home.
NFL player Miles Sanders was arrested in the Pittsburgh area for driving under the influence, according to court records.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York.
Isolated storms are possible on Thursday, but warmer weather and sunshine are on the horizon in Pittsburgh.
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked enforcement of an Ohio requirement that voters show proof of citizenship when registering to vote at a motor vehicle bureau
Data centers have become the hottest issue in political races across the country, including Pennsylvania's race for governor.
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."
A new report tries to calculate how much Pennsylvanians need to earn to live what's considered a comfortable lifestyle.
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.
A local author talks about her new book, "The Red Line," which explains red flags and how to spot them.
The Pittsburgh Pie Guy shows David and Mikey how to make one of his popular hand-pies.
The Children's Museum is sharing more about its special event that is bringing the world of Gabby's Dollhouse to life.
Daisy previews one of the city's biggest parties by heading to the rooftop terrace at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
This month's Community Hero is a high school student with a passion for giving back. He founded a nonprofit that gives back to our active-duty military.
An attempt to regulate Pennsylvania's pet cremation industry just hit a wall.
A family in Wall Borough, Allegheny County, said repeated flooding has forced them to abandon their home's first floor.
A downed power line turned a Kittanning family's front yard into a dangerous scene.
More than 300 Pittsburgh Public Schools buses are equipped with AI-enabled Bus Patrol cameras.
The Bob O'Connor Golf Course has been run by a nonprofit with a charitable mission, but the course has been losing money.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
For the first time since 1991, Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
Injuries are a part of many sports, and UPMC is trying to help high school athletes get back to the games they love.
More than three years later, we're beginning to learn about the health impacts of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York.
The San Diego Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-0 on Wednesday to avoid a three-game sweep.
NFL player Miles Sanders was arrested in the Pittsburgh area for driving under the influence, according to court records.
Oneil Cruz hit the first homer allowed by Mason Miller in over a year with two outs in the ninth, sending the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 1-0 victory over San Diego.
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.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
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.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Pittsburghers are remembering Dolly Parton as "one of a kind" following her death on Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
The Jonas Brothers are returning to Pittsburgh later this year.
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
A man will face charges after a 62-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Redstone Township, Fayette County, authorities said.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Dr. Natalie Gentile is with us to talk about postpartum health, what to look for and how to find support.
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.
