Danelo Cavalcante arrives in Chester County court months after jail escape, recapture
Danelo Cavalcante wore an orange prison jumpsuit as he arrived for a court hearing in Kennett Square on charges related to his alleged escape.
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Danelo Cavalcante wore an orange prison jumpsuit as he arrived for a court hearing in Kennett Square on charges related to his alleged escape.
Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow, meaning an early spring is on the way according to his Groundhog Day prognostication.
Pennsylvania's Opening Day for trout fishing is still a couple of months away, but the stocking schedule is live.
Several organizations are offering to help people file their 2023 tax returns for free.
The White House says President Joe Biden will visit the eastern Ohio community devastated by a fiery train derailment in February 2024.
With the Pittsburgh area finished with a freeze-thaw cycle, the potholes are starting to pop up.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission tabled plans to reintroduce American martens to the state.
Pennsylvania's Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro wants to devote millions of dollars to creating a 10-year economic development plan.
The state's Public Utility Commission will decide on the increase by August.
Tiffani Bogroff of Lancaster was charged with one count of endangering the welfare of children.
The company behind a global recall of sleep apnea machines says it will stop selling the devices in the U.S., under a tentative agreement with regulators.
Pennsylvania's state Supreme Court says a lower court must hear a challenge to the constitutionality of a decades-old state law that limits the use of state Medicaid dollars to cover the cost of abortions.
Some conservative Pennsylvania state lawmakers are suing in federal court and challenging three executive branch actions designed to boost voter registration, including a 2021 executive order by President Joe Biden.
Gov. Shapiro has announced new policies for fracking.
Terrell Harris, 35, has been charged with cruelty to animals and aggravated cruelty to animals.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's administration says he plans next month to propose steps toward fixing a state higher education system that's among the worst in the nation in affordability.
A federal judge has ruled that a Pennsylvania law making it a crime to release information about teacher disciplinary complaints is an unconstitutional violation of the First Amendment.
A huge part of the money remains unclaimed because some of the workers cannot be located.
Winter weather this January put a freeze on blood drives in Pennsylvania and across the country.
State officials downplayed the effect on the agency.
Officials say the Pennsylvania State Police is working to recover access to online records of how the agency handled evidence.
An 11-year-old girl asked for donations instead of presents for her birthday.
A man is dead after setting his house on fire and refusing to leave amid a standoff with law enforcement in Lancaster County.
Dave McCormick went to the Israel-Gaza border to say the Biden administration hasn't backed Israel strongly enough.
Authorities have identified three people killed in an eastern Pennsylvania house fire as two adults and a 7-year-old girl.
Rain and storms are possible this afternoon, but that rain could turn to snow this weekend in Pittsburgh.
In Allegheny County, there are 130 municipalities, and plenty of repeated street names. With centralized 911 centers, this can lead to confusion.
Route 28 was shut down between the Millvale and Etna exits.
Farmers' Almanac says its 2026 edition is its last, citing the growing financial challenges of producing and distributing the book in today's "chaotic media environment."
UPMC Altoona President Mike Corso said that Travis Dunn will receive full pay and benefits while recovering.
Rain and storms are possible this afternoon, but that rain could turn to snow this weekend in Pittsburgh.
In Allegheny County, there are 130 municipalities, and plenty of repeated street names. With centralized 911 centers, this can lead to confusion.
Route 28 was shut down between the Millvale and Etna exits.
When SNAP benefits expire because of the federal government shutdown, hundreds of thousands of Western Pennsylvanians will struggle to afford food.
UPMC Altoona President Mike Corso said that Travis Dunn will receive full pay and benefits while recovering.
As the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history nears 40 days, Pittsburgh-area businesses are feeling the strain that has already befallen everyday citizens due to interruptions of necessary services, such as SNAP benefits to provide food for those who qualify. KDKA-TV's Josh Taylor reports.
U.S. District Judge John McConnell ordered the Trump administration to provide the full food stamp benefits by Friday.
Mayor-elect Corey O'Connor named Dan Gilman as his chief of staff, and will nominate Sheldon Williams as Director of Public Safety.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced Thursday she will not seek reelection and will retire from Congress at the end of her term.
As Pennsylvania waits on federal funding for LIHEAP, Shapiro announced a commitment from utility companies that heat will not be shut off.
According to a recent CARFAX study, the price gap between new and used is closer than usual.
Confusion continues to swirl around whether SNAP benefits will be funded, partially funded, or not funded.
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is giving $10,000 in grant money to the Jewish Family and Community Services Squirrel Hill Food Pantry.
There are ways to stretch what you have without sacrificing the healthy side of eating.
People in Pennsylvania are being alerted to a new scam targeting those who receive SNAP benefits.
The KDKA-TV Turkey Fund is here to help those in need this Thanksgiving, and in Washington County, one food pantry is helping a woman stretch her dollar.
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier is back in the PTL Studio and he's giving us all the happenings in Pittsburgh this weekend!
The shopping spree comes to the PTL Studio and Heather and David are in for a big haul thanks to the I Made It Market!
Heather and David are in the PTL Kitchen and learning about some of the best wine pairings for Thanksgiving from Pennsylvania Fine Wine & Good Spirits!
This play is truly #1! Benjamin Viertel and Marshall Benton join Heather and David in the studio to discuss the upcoming musical!
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.
Higher demand, rising health care costs and the expiration of federal premium tax credits are among the reasons behind the increases.
A Pennsylvania man says an experimental treatment is helping him recover from a spinal cord injury.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
In the most recent round of required testing, the city found a historic low in lead levels in drinking water.
The David L. Lawrence Convention Center once again played host to anyone in need of care.
Sidney Crosby scored twice, and Bryan Rust delivered the go-ahead goal midway through the third period as the Pittsburgh Penguins edged the Washington Capitals 5-3.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Honor Huff leads West Virginia to a 73-65 victory over Campbell on Thursday night.
Former NFL star Antonio Brown was extradited from Dubai to the U.S. to face attempted murder charges in a Miami shooting outside a boxing event.
Steelers' Vice President and former Personnel Director Art Rooney Jr. is among nine semifinalists for induction into the Hall of Fame.
U.S. Steel on Tuesday detailed an $11 billion growth plan with new owner Nippon Steel that includes modernizing the century-old steelmaker.
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.
Journey is hitting the road one last time, and the band behind hits like "Don't Stop Believin'" and "Any Way You Want It" is coming to Pittsburgh.
Kennywood is once again getting into the festive spirit through its annual Holiday Lights display.
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
Wallen's 2026 tour will stop in Pittsburgh on June 5 and 6, 2026, at Acrisure Stadium.
June Lockhart, the actor best known for her role as the matriarch in the TV series "Lassie", has died, her family spokesperson said Saturday.
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
In Allegheny County, there are 130 municipalities, and street names repeat throughout. So, KDKA's John Shumway reached out to emergency response officials about how they deal with the confusion.
Joseph Zvara was charged with criminal homicide and abuse of a corpse in connection with the death of 64-year-old Robert Friend.
The Federal Aviation Administration's plan to slash airline capacity due to the government shutdown will hit some of the nation's busiest airports, including in Atlanta, Dallas, New York City and Los Angeles, the agency said Thursday.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
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.
