Towboat owner pleads guilty to pollution charge in oil spill along West Virginia-Kentucky border
David K. Smith, 55, of Paducah, Kentucky, entered the plea in federal court in Huntington to discharge of refuse into navigable waters.
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David K. Smith, 55, of Paducah, Kentucky, entered the plea in federal court in Huntington to discharge of refuse into navigable waters.
A major Pfizer pharmaceutical plant was severely damaged after a deadly tornado ripped through North Carolina on Wednesday.
Authorities say two inmates who escaped from an Ohio prison earlier this week got out by hiding in a trash container, and four employees have been placed on leave as the search continues for one inmate.
The children sometimes worked as late as 2 a.m. and one of the children was allowed to operate a deep fryer, Department of Labor investigators found.
The AR-15 was purchased locally, according to authorities.
Five people were killed and eight others wounded when a bank employee opened fire.
The shooting took place at an Old National Bank branch in Louisville. Police said the gunman, 25, worked at the bank.
The aircraft were practicing a "multi-ship formation" using night vision goggles when they crashed, officials said.
Split between them, Tyesha Trice and Dylan Mitchell won $17,875 each after taxes.
A Pittsburgh organization is doing its part to help those impacted by the devastating flooding in Kentucky.
At least 25 people have died as rains unleashed what Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear described as some of the worst flooding in the state's history.
A Kentucky woman was sentenced Monday to one year and three months in federal prison for her role in a truck warranty fraud scheme.
The child was found unharmed about an hour after he was abandoned in Colerain Township on Thursday night, authorities said.
The fire department has seen overwhelming support as they gather supplies to send to Kentucky.
A Pittsburgh Red Cross volunteer ditched her Christmas plans to help run a shelter in Kentucky after the devastating tornadoes last week.
A woman from Beaver County said the aftermath from the tornado that ripped through Kentucky is unlike anything she's ever seen.
Two members of Pennsylvania Task Force 1 have been deployed to Kentucky to help in response and recovery efforts after devastating tornadoes left dozens dead.
Charitable and humanitarian organizations in Pittsburgh have already jumped into action to help those affected by the tornadoes in the midwest.
After Kentucky and several other central states were hit hard by storms and tornadoes overnight, a Pittsburgh organization is stepping up to help those in need.
A man from Allegheny County has pleaded guilty to several charges, including possessing child pornography.
A mother has been charged with murder after her 2-year-old son consumed the drug fentanyl.
A federal judge has ruled there is probable cause in the case against a man accused of spraying at least two officers with an irritant during the violent siege on the Capitol in January.
A Kentucky State Police trooper watching for speeders along a highway went on a wild high-speed vehicle chase with a man who ended up being a homicide suspect from Pennsylvania.
St. Patrick Catholic School in Louisville surprised 7-year-old Hadley Jo Lange by including a photo of the Labradoodle among its kindergarten class. Hadley Jo suffers from epilepsy, a neurological disorder that causes seizures.
A stay-at-home mom in Kentucky learning the hard way that home schooling her kids during the coronavirus pandemic is not going to be easy.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is searching for the people who shot and killed a deer in someone's front yard.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is warning drivers to watch out for deer.
Duquesne Light says there's a small chance of outages as it transfers power to a new substation.
Officials from half the states and the District of Columbia are asking a federal judge to order the Department of Agriculture to provide food stamp benefits for November.
The job cuts come as Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has said he envisions the company relying on AI agents to replace human workers.
A fan suffered life-threatening injuries after a fall from the stands at PPG Paints Arena during a game between the Penguins and Blues.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is searching for the people who shot and killed a deer in someone's front yard.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is warning drivers to watch out for deer.
Duquesne Light says there's a small chance of outages as it transfers power to a new substation.
Officials from half the states and the District of Columbia are asking a federal judge to order the Department of Agriculture to provide food stamp benefits for November.
Officials from half the states and the District of Columbia are asking a federal judge to order the Department of Agriculture to provide food stamp benefits for November.
The USDA notice comes after the Trump administration said it would not tap roughly $5 billion in contingency funds to keep benefits through SNAP.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said service members will miss paychecks by Nov. 15 if the government shutdown stretches on.
In an exclusive interview, California Gov. Gavin Newsom said that he will consider a presidential campaign after the 2026 midterm elections.
Former vice president Kamala Harris spoke about the possibility of a woman being in the White House one day in an interview with the BBC.
People in Pennsylvania are being alerted to a new scam targeting those who receive SNAP benefits.
Heritage Valley Health System is merging with Allegheny Health Network.
The answer is you have to change to survive and you have to recognize the need to stay ahead of the curve.
Shake Shack is continuing its expansion into western Pennsylvania.
The Community Supermarket in the Heights Plaza Shopping Center is closing.
On this Taste It Tuesday, we're trying the new Chips A'hoy collab with "Stranger Things."
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports and more. Plus, a preview of what's to come on today's show.
Melanie Taylor from 100.7 STAR's "The Bubba Show" joined us for another edition of Pop Talk Live.
Eleanor Reigel, CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Pittsburgh and Morgantown, joins the show to discuss the upcoming Red Shoe Ball, which helps further the charity's mission of helping families in need by providing housing during long hospital stays.
From Halloween to healthy habits, and even a little pet psychology, a lot is going on this month in the animal world! Here to break it all down and help us understand our furry friends a little better is veterinarian Dr. Mike Hutchinson.
Campers who bought lifetime memberships to a Laurel Highlands campground say they are being told they have to leave.
Proposed data centers are getting pushback over environments impacts and energy costs.
People rallied to try and save both jobs and medical care at the only Allegheny Health Network facility in New Kensington.
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is responding after learning a swastika and what appears to be a German war eagle were found tiled into the floor of a Beaver County home.
Some Pittsburgh-area towns accuse one mall owner of deliberately running down his properties.
The David L. Lawrence Convention Center once again played host to anyone in need of care.
Maybe you have a drawer full of fitness equipment you forgot about like resistance bands, jump ropes, and other various at-home exercise gear, but Aubrey Worek is here for another Fitness Friday to show you, Heather, and David how it can be put to use!
We're sitting down with Dr. Brenda Mendizabal, of UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, about ultra-processed foods. What are they and how you and your kids can eat healthier.
Normally, this time of year, you see orange pumpkins, but if you see pink ones in Pittsburgh, know it's for a good cause.
Reducing barriers to mental health care is the goal of a future bill to be proposed in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
The Dodgers have jumped to a 2-1 lead in the 2025 World Series after a thrilling back-and-forth, extra-inning contest in Game 3 ended in a 6-5 win for Los Angeles after 18 innings.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Hitting the 1,700 career point mark, Crosby becomes just the ninth player in NHL history to reach that achievement.
Elliott left Sunday night's game against the Packers after getting tangled up while tackled Green Bay tight end Tucker Kraft.
Sidney Crosby had a goal and two assists, and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the St. Louis Blues 6-3.
Steve DeFrank, chairman of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, says there's a right way and a wrong way when it comes to data centers.
Community members have packed into borough council and planning commission meetings in recent weeks with opposition to the proposed data center.
Eos Energy announced a major investment in its operations in the Pittsburgh region.
The changes include prohibiting the use of high-pressure water for cleaning valves as they review best practices.
Heritage Valley Health System is merging with Allegheny Health Network.
June Lockhart, the actor best known for her role as the matriarch in the TV series "Lassie", has died, her family spokesperson said Saturday.
Actors Jeremy Renner and Edie Falco preview season four of "Mayor of Kingstown" on "CBS Mornings" and talk about working together for the first time.
Michael Keaton was in the Strip District on Monday for the inaugural induction ceremony at Pittsburgh's Walk of Fame.
Limp Bizkit, with roots in Jacksonville, Florida, emerged in the late 1990s with a sound that melds alternative rock, heavy metal and rap.
Pittsburgh-area natives Joe Manganiello and Caitlin O'Connor are engaged.
On this Taste It Tuesday, we're trying the new Chips A'hoy collab with "Stranger Things."
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports and more. Plus, a preview of what's to come on today's show.
Journalist Meg St-Esprit has recommendations for tech toys and other gadgets that will benefit the whole family.
Let's get the conversation started with Heather Abraham, Mikey Hood and Kelly Dzanaj!
A couple of weeks ago, Duquesne Light unveiled its more than $200 million Watson Substation, designed to strengthen and modernize the electrical grid powering Downtown Pittsburgh. Now that power is about to get transferred over. KDKA-TV's Jessica Riley reports.
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.
West Virginia scored a late touchdown to tie the game and then beat Pitt in overtime to win the 108th Backyard Brawl.
Eli Holstein threw for 304 yards and 4 touchdown passes in the 45-17 Panthers' win over the Chippewas.
Spaun made a thrilling 64-foot birdie putt to win the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club.
