Videos showing people taping mice to fireworks in Pittsburgh neighborhood under investigation
The social media post showed people taping fireworks to the backs of mice and igniting the fireworks.
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The social media post showed people taping fireworks to the backs of mice and igniting the fireworks.
In total, the task force responded to 95 calls and 86 directed patrols and only issued two citations, officials said.
It's almost time to illuminate Pittsburgh's skyline with Fourth of July fireworks.
People made their way to Pittsburgh on Friday for the city's Fourth of July festivities.
Banks and post offices will close on July Fourth, but many grocery stores, restaurants and other retailers plan to remain open. Here's what to know.
Here's everything you need to know about fireworks and the Fourth of July celebration in Pittsburgh.
Daisy was live in Beaver County to get a preview of the Boom on the Bridge event.
The explosion caused minor injuries to a casino employee.
It's the second largest Independence Day parade in all of Pennsylvania.
Fireworks can make dogs feel anxious and scared. Veterinarians from around the country explain why and share advice for protecting your pets and keeping them calm on the Fourth of July.
Here's where you can watch fireworks in the Pittsburgh area.
It's estimated that 20,000 people will be downtown to enjoy the Fourth of July festivities. The center point will be the fireworks over Point State Park in the evening. Pittsburgh Public Safety gave its safety plan on Tuesday. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman reports.
With just one day to go until the Fourth, Pittsburghers are stocking up on fireworks so they can celebrate with family and friends.
The Fourth of July is two days away, and while fireworks are widely considered patriotic, it causes feelings of panic in some military veterans.
The Fourth of July is just two days away, and while fireworks are widely considered patriotic, it causes feelings of panic in some military veterans. KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn has more.
From June 30 until July 5, some city police and public safety crews will respond to fireworks-related calls throughout the city.
From June 30 until July 5, some city police and public safety crews will respond to fireworks-related calls throughout the city. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman has more.
A man was killed when some fireworks exploded at his Pennsylvania home.
Jason Lichtenstein, partner at Edgar Snyder and Associates, joined us to help us stay safe, legal and out of harm's way while celebrating the Fourth of July holiday with fireworks.
The City of Pittsburgh is bringing back its Fireworks Task Force.
Fireworks are beautiful and fun, but not when they cause injury.
There was no word on whether any repairs will need to be done.
Some fireworks pack enough power to maim or kill.
Some fireworks pack enough power to maim or kill.
Officials said despite the recent rain, there are still drought conditions and wildfire risks.
There's a dog park bar in Pittsburgh that's all about having a good time and helping pups as well as local organizations.
A large rescue operation is underway after sources say a person became trapped in a hole at a construction site in Charleroi.
Thomas Saggese hit a go-ahead RBI double and Jordan Walker homered in a three-run seventh inning to help the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-1.
A traveler who recently found himself unexpectedly stuck in Pittsburgh is now back home, thanks to the help of a kind-hearted police officer.
People who live at the Mon View Heights housing complex want answers from the property manager.
There's a dog park bar in Pittsburgh that's all about having a good time and helping pups as well as local organizations.
A large rescue operation is underway after sources say a person became trapped in a hole at a construction site in Charleroi.
Thomas Saggese hit a go-ahead RBI double and Jordan Walker homered in a three-run seventh inning to help the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-1.
The annual Ribfest on Pittsburgh's North Shore gets underway Thursday and runs through Labor Day.
The Savannah Bananas are bringing back-to-back sold-out shows to Pittsburgh's PNC Park this weekend.
As kids go back to school, districts across our region are grappling with how to deal with kids having cell phones at school.
Residential electricity rates are expected to increase by as much as 18% in the next few years, according to the Energy Information Administration.
Some National Guard members in Washington D.C., likely fewer than 50, had weapons as of Sunday night, a military official told CBS News.
The FBI confirmed it that it searched former national security adviser John Bolton's house early Friday morning.
Gov. Josh Shapiro said that President Trump's promise to end mail-in voting before the 2026 midterm elections won't affect elections in Pennsylvania.
While the big-time sticker shock has yet to take place, some manufacturers are finding ways to pass the cost of tariffs onto consumers.
A popular Pittsburgh-area distillery got into the restaurant business last year and is already pulling out.
Flooding in northern Indiana caused a refinery to shut down, causing a spike in prices in our region.
The church plans to reopen a full-service grocery store in the Hill District.
AI can be a useful tool to help parents save time and money when they're doing back-to-school shopping. Here are some tips.
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier has a look at what's going on this weekend!
Alex "Ziggy" Ziegler is a western Pennsylvania native, but he's known for his dazzling bat tricks as part of the Savannah Bananas. He joins Heather and David in the studio to show off his moves and get you ready for the Bananas doubleheader at PNC Park this weekend!
Pittsburgh's best soul food festival, a Soulful Taste of the Burgh, returns this weekend, and Heather is joined by Cuddy's Soul Food owner Reggie Nelson and Emily-Mae's Bakery owner Margo Marshall to get a taste of what's to come!
Fall is (almost) here and if you're looking to get your fall home decor ready, Neubauer's Flowers is the place to be! Team PTL's Katie O'Malley shows us what they have to offer!
Steeler, a black lab who works for TSA at Pittsburgh International Airport won the cutest dog competition and he and his handler Mark Smith join Heather and David!
After buying a home in Beaver County, a couple says they were appalled when they found a swastika permanently tiled into the basement floor.
A multi-billion-dollar project to clean up Pittsburgh's rivers and streams has been talked about for decades. Now it's finally moving forward.
A Westmoreland County woman says her champion show dog died after eating a new shipment of dog food.
The Shuman Juvenile Detention Center reopened last summer with the promise of taking serious juvenile offenders off the street.
Amid questions surrounding Pittsburgh's budget challenges, the two candidates for mayor shared what they think needs to be done.
Growing research suggests that Benadryl might not be the safest choice, especially for children and adults. Dr. Natalie Gentile explains.
Doctors are seeing an increase in hand, foot and mouth disease among kids in western Pennsylvania, but there are ways to prevent it from infecting your family.
Members of Bike Pittsburgh say the event has become the largest single-day bike ride in western Pennsylvania.
For mothers who have experienced miscarriages, stillbirths, and early infant loss, the doulas provide a source of care.
Saturday's event is just one of many the initiative plans to host this fall.
Thomas Saggese hit a go-ahead RBI double and Jordan Walker homered in a three-run seventh inning to help the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-1.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Several traffic restrictions will be in place for the busy weekend full of Pittsburgh events.
Drew Allar and Andy Kotelnicki have developed quite the quarterback-coach tandem in their 18 months together.
Bubba Chandler has lived up to the hype so far.
Economic leaders and folks in the region have mixed feelings.
A popular Pittsburgh-area distillery got into the restaurant business last year and is already pulling out.
The Hardee's location in Millvale was one of the few left in the Pittsburgh area.
The fried chicken chain Zaxbys is eyeing an expansion into Pittsburgh.
Pennsylvania recently launched an online application for pardons, becoming one of the first states to digitize the process for people seeking to clear their record of criminal convictions.
Fans have been eager to learn everything they can ever since Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement in a joint post.
Kennywood's Phantom Fall Fest was noted by USA Today for balancing family-friendly fun during the afternoon with more intense scares and haunts when day turns to night.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
When in Pittsburgh, you eat Pizza Lupo and drink Turner's iced tea. Pete Davidson gets that.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
A worker is trapped in a large hole after a trench collapsed at a construction site in Charleroi, Washington County, prompting a massive rescue operation. KDKA-TV's Erika Stanish reports.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
There's a dog park bar in Pittsburgh that's all about having a good time and helping pups as well as local organizations. KDKA-TV's Jessica Guay reports.
A 16-year-old boy is in custody after an intense search near Shaler Area High School, which began when police said his mom found a gun in his room before school. KDKA-TV's Erika Stanish reports.
Spaun made a thrilling 64-foot birdie putt to win the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club.
It was a wet and rainy day at Oakmont Country Club for the third round of the U.S. Open.
Oakmont continued to flex its muscles against the world's best at the U.S. Open on Friday.
The 125th playing of the U.S. Open got underway Thursday morning at Oakmont Country Club.
The best golfers in the world are at Oakmont Country Club preparing for the U.S. Open.
