Mistrial Declared In Westmoreland Co. Sheriff's Corruption Trial
A mistrial has been declared in Westmoreland County Sheriff Jonathan Held's corruption trial.
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A mistrial has been declared in Westmoreland County Sheriff Jonathan Held's corruption trial.
North Huntingdon Police don't believe the wet weather played any part in a fatal crash on Route 30 near the Meineke in Westmoreland County.
Closing arguments are being held this morning in the corruption trial of Westmoreland County Sheriff Jonathan Held.
A busy section of Route 30, the Lincoln Highway, between Skellytown Road and Colonial Manor Road in North Huntington was shut down to traffic in both directions for several hours Thursday night after a fatal crash.
A man was killed in a fire Thursday afternoon in North Huntingdon Township.
A grandmother who was carjacked with her infant grandson in the backseat is speaking out today, telling her terrifying tale of what happened to her outside of a local jail.
Police say a Pennsylvania man released from custody immediately stole a car in the jail's parking lot.
Authorities say a man carjacked a vehicle with a baby inside and later crashed the car, but the child was not injured.
Charged by the State Attorney Generals Office for allegedly using his staff to perform campaign activities on the clock, Sheriff Jonathan Held not surprisingly came under direct attack by prosecutor Bobby Jo Wagner during her very short open arguments to the jury.
A jury has been seated in the public corruption trial of the two-term Westmoreland County sheriff.
Two people were injured in a crash in Westmoreland County on Monday.
The United States Department of Defense has identified another soldier killed by a roadside bomb in Afghanistan as being from the western Pennsylvania area.
A passenger Amtrak train struck a vehicle Sunday morning in Sewickley Township.
A man was killed on Friday when his truck struck a tree in Westmoreland County.
A man has been charged with sexually assaulting a mentally challenged woman at his home in Westmoreland County.
A police chase ended with a crash in Westmoreland County this afternoon.
A convicted felon is facing new charges after he was found to be in possession of a large cache of weapons and ammunition.
The bishop of the Greensburg Catholic Diocese is set to undergo a procedure following a mild heart attack last weekend.
Prostitution rings are becoming more sophisticated, and that's creating new challenges for police.
Fire officials say a child playing with a lighter may have sparked a fast-moving house fire in New Kensington on Tuesday.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for parts of western Pennsylvania.
A Westmoreland County woman is facing charges after police say she caused thousands of dollars in damage to a mausoleum where she and her ex-boyfriend met for romantic rendezvous.
Two additional suspected cases of Acute Flaccid Myelitis are being reviewed in the Pittsburgh area.
More than 21,000 homes in Western Pennsylvania are still without power Sunday morning following a winter storm that brought heavy snow and ice to the region.
A jury in Westmoreland County has sentenced Melvin Knight to death for the torture and murder of Jennifer Daugherty.
The Pittsburgh Public Schools board voted "no" on a plan that called for wide-ranging changes across the district.
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes will receive a record $3.4 million from this year's pre-arbitration bonus pool.
U.S. Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia has agreed to pay nearly $5.2 million in overdue personal taxes.
The McKean County District Attorney's Office will seek the death penalty against a man accused of raping and killing his 2-year-old son.
Every year, around the holiday season, there is an increase in need for food banks and the services they provide.
The Pittsburgh Public Schools board voted "no" on a plan that called for wide-ranging changes across the district.
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes will receive a record $3.4 million from this year's pre-arbitration bonus pool.
U.S. Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia has agreed to pay nearly $5.2 million in overdue personal taxes.
The McKean County District Attorney's Office will seek the death penalty against a man accused of raping and killing his 2-year-old son.
Every year, around the holiday season, there is an increase in need for food banks and the services they provide.
U.S. Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia has agreed to pay nearly $5.2 million in overdue personal taxes.
The group appeared in a video last week that called on service members and members of the intelligence community to "refuse illegal orders."
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine says he regrets his initial support for legalizing sports betting.
The rulings from U.S. District Judge Cameron Currie are a significant victory for former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James.
The Pentagon indicated that it's investigating Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona, a former U.S. Navy captain, for a video that said service members should "refuse illegal orders."
Electric prices in Pennsylvania are going up next month.
Saturday's grand opening included live music, food, and a meet-and-greet with Lego Master Krist Kay.
Thursday will be the first time many people cook and host Thanksgiving dinner - here's how you can avoid illness and danger.
To much fanfare, the 51st Aldi opened in the Pittsburgh area on Thursday morning.
Black Friday has gone from a single day of deals to a week or more of sales, and that can lead to getting ripped off. Here's what shoppers should know.
Daisy takes us on a tour of the winter wonderland!
We’re learning some easy fitness moves to get our arms ready for the holiday haul.
Chef Crystal shows us a "sweet" alternative to pumpkin pie!
Heather, David and Ron try out today’s Giant Eagle cameo item: cinnamon swirl bread!
Today’s theme is drinking buddies!
Drivers who were convicted of infractions years ago are being told to surrender their licenses or file costly appeals because Allegheny County never processed the paperwork.
For most students, the most dangerous part of their day is going to and from school.
Shopping malls are under threat from online shopping and disappearing customers, and many are facing the wrecking ball.
On Monday, Pittsburgh City Council took aim at a controversial $6 million comprehensive plan, saying the public is being short-changed.
Campers who bought lifetime memberships to a Laurel Highlands campground say they are being told they have to leave.
With costs expected to go up for the Affordable Care Act, people are examining potentially more affordable options.
Beginning in fall 2026, Independence Health System will operate under the WVU Medicine brand.
The threat of flu season has arrived with a new strain that could lead to hospitalization numbers and potential deaths that surpass last year's totals.
The Fall 2025 safety report card from a patient safety group gave high marks to many Pittsburgh-area hospitals.
A New Jersey man is the first person believed to have died from alpha-gal syndrome, a meat allergy triggered by a tick bite, researchers say.
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes will receive a record $3.4 million from this year's pre-arbitration bonus pool.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Steelers, Penguins and Pirates are teaming up again to feed hungry families this Thanksgiving.
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers will be monitored in practice but appears on track to play in Week 13.
Ward is one of 26 semifinalists for this year's class.
Members of the Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh voted last week to end their three-year-long walkout.
Norfolk Southern railroad worked with the state of Ohio and Youngstown State University to revive plans for a $20 million first responder training center near the site of the worst derailment in a decade in East Palestine, Ohio.
A report on the future of water in central Ohio warns that industrial demands for water will skyrocket at the same time experts expect farmers will need to regularly irrigate their fields.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
A new Barnes & Noble is coming to Pittsburgh.
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, his family say.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
Fans of Jeff Goldblum are seeing double.
Saturday's grand opening included live music, food, and a meet-and-greet with Lego Master Krist Kay.
The new tour will see the comedic artist hit 90 cities across North America.
A local classroom is making sure kids on the autism spectrum are learning in ways catered especially for them.
We’re sharing your replies to this week's Talk Pittsburgh question of the week.
An alternative to pumpkin pie? Here's a recipe for pumpkin pecan crunch cake with maple whipped cream cheese frosting.
It’s open for a limited time. Boaz takes us there.
The holidays can be daunting. Here are some tips on how to be intentional with any workout.
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.
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.
