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As Melvin Knight was fighting for his life at the courthouse for the last two weeks, he was apparently planning for his future back at the jail. Knight wrote a letter to the court asking to marry his co-defendant and fiancé who testified against him.
Police say a boy who went missing this morning in Westmoreland County has been found safe.
It was an emotionally charged morning at the courthouse as Melvin Knight was formally sentenced to the death penalty; the first time that has happened in a Westmoreland County courtroom since 2005.
It took a Westmoreland County jury just two hours to condemn Melvin Knight to death. He now becomes the 203rd inmate on Pennsylvania's death row.
Thousands of fans of professional motocross will gather in Westmoreland County this weekend for the 2012 Steel City National.
A second person has died following a two-vehicle crash along Interstate 70.
State police in Belle Vernon are investigating a violent two-vehicle accident on Interstate 70 that left one person dead and sent four others, including a child, to hospital Wednesday morning in Westmoreland County.
One person is dead after a work-related accident in Westmoreland County. It happened at Export Fuel Company on York Lane in Export, Salem Township, at about 3:20 p.m. Tuesday.
Three people were injured in an early Tuesday morning crash in Westmoreland County.
An abandoned glass factory in Westmoreland County went up in flames early Sunday morning.
Two people were injured when their car struck a utility pole in Westmoreland County early Saturday morning.
The penalty phase for Melvin Knight, one of the so-called "Greensburg 6," continues today in Westmoreland County.
A fuel spill shut down a stretch of roadway in Westmoreland County overnight as crews cleared away a big mess at the scene.
estimony continues today in the penalty phase for one of members of the so-called "Greensburg 6" in Westmoreland County. Jurors today heard testimony about the injuries sustained by 30-year-old Jennifer Daugherty at the hands of the so-called "Greensburg 6."
A Westmoreland County man facing the death penalty sat emotionless in his chair as the mother of his child testified against him.
Jurors heard more testimony in the sentencing phase of the trial for Melvin Knight, one of six people accused of torturing and killing a mentally-challenged woman in Greensburg.
An apartment building was evacuated in Rostraver because of carbon monoxide. It happened at building three of the Rostraver Apartment complex on Mathews Road at about 8:30 p.m.
The penalty phase for one of the so-called members of the "Greensburg Six" began Monday morning in Westmoreland County.
A woman was flown to a Pittsburgh hospital following a car accident in Murrysville. The two-vehicle crash happened near the Cozy Inn on Route 22 westbound at about 6:13 p.m. Thursday.
It's been more than 24 hours since a man carried out a violent robbery at the First Niagara Bank in Murrysville and today the FBI has released surveillance photos of the suspect.
A 20-year-old pregnant woman says her boyfriend beat her up and tossed her 4-year-old son in a backyard pool filled with water.
A relative of a 4-year-old boy who accidentally shot himself in the face has turned himself into police.
It was supposed to be a weekend of family fun, but it ended with a grandfather arrested after he says his grandkids were assaulted by a man in a dog costume. The John family says two children were injured, but the man in the mascot suit gave Monessen police a different story.
Jury selection began Monday in the penalty phase for a man who previously pleaded guilty in the kidnapping and torture death of a Westmoreland County woman in 2010.
A man was taken into custody following a standoff overnight in Westmoreland County.
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.
