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Pittsburgher blasts city Democratic leaders during Republican National Convention
PITTSBURGH — Erin Koper is a Pittsburgh resident who's active in her neighborhood of Elliot and in the Allegheny County Republican Party. On Tuesday, she used her time to speak at the Republican National Convention to blast Democrats back home. "The Democrats have given Pittsburgh 'defund the police' on...
Update: Flood advisory issued for Allegheny County Wednesday evening
An updated flood advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 6:06 p.m. in effect until 8:15 p.m. for Allegheny County. The weather service comments, "Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Overflowing poor drainage areas. Ponding of water in...
26 dogs rescued from deplorable conditions at Ohio home
HUBBARD TOWNSHIP, Ohio (KDKA) -- More than two dozen dogs were rescued from deplorable conditions at a home in Ohio, an animal shelter said.The Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County said the 26 dogs and their elderly owner were found living in "deplorable conditions." The dogs were brought to the shelter, less than 10 miles across the Pennsylvania border.The rescue happened after humane agents got a tip about a home in Hubbard Township, CBS affiliate WKBN reported. "The caller suspected that there were three to five dogs at the residence. There were suspected puppies that had passed away as well...
Blind and Low Vision Tennis Courts Are Now Open Across Pittsburgh
Allegheny County officially opens blind and low vision tennis courts at Boyce, North, Settlers Cabin and South parks — the first permanent such courts in the nation. On Monday, Allegheny County officials unveiled the first permanent blind and visually impaired tennis courts in the nation — now located in South Park, Boyce Park, North Park and Settlers Cabin.
Penn Hills Fugitive Armon Thompkins Captured, Girlfriend Alaizah Howard Charged with Hindering Apprehension
After nearly a year of evading law enforcement, 22-year-old Armon Thompkins from Penn Hills was apprehended, with officials also charging his girlfriend, Alaizah Howard, 21, for her alleged role in hindering his capture. The Allegheny County Sheriff's Office, following a concerted effort involving the FBI, tracked down Thompkins to a residence on Elias Drive in Penn Hills, as detailed by TribLIVE. On the scene, detectives discovered both Thompkins and Howard in the basement of the house, concealing themselves in a bid to remain unnoticed by authorities.
Teen In Critical Condition After Penn Hills Stabbing, Suspect Lucas Proden Charged, Allegheny County Police Investigating
A teenage boy is fighting for his life following a stabbing incident in Penn Hills, confirmed the Allegheny County Police. The violent event unfolded on the 1100 block of Hamil Road as reported by authorities around 4:41 p.m. Tuesday. According to WTAE, emergency responders rushed the critically wounded youth to a nearby hospital, where he remains in a critical but stable condition.
Allegheny County District Attorney's Office experiences limited communication due to cyberattack
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A cyberattack has impacted communications for the Allegheny County District Attorney's Office as of this morning. According to their website, their computer servers are shut down at this time. They also added that they have limited access to email and their desk phones are up and running, but they do not have voicemail capabilities. Anyone who has to contact the office can do so by calling one of two numbers: 412-915-6914 or 412-879-7548. People can also contact the general email address, inquiry@alleghenycountyda.us, or email the individual directly. This a developing story, stick with KDKA.com for the latest
Dugout at Josh Gibson Field vandalized by suspicious fire
PITTSBURGH — Sean Gibson, president of the Josh Gibson Foundation and great-grandson of Josh Gibson, was in Texas Monday for theMajor League Baseball All-Star Game when he received photos showing damage to the third-base dugout at the Josh Gibson Field. Police say the wooden structure was completely destroyed by a fire that they call suspicious.
Pitt All 105: WR Zion Fowler-El Working to Crack Wideout Rotation
All 105 is a Pittsburgh Sports Now series profiling each of the 105 members of the Pitt 2024 training camp roster. Zion Fowler-El, a redshirt freshman wide receiver from St. Peter’s Prep in Jersey City, N.J. 2023 season: Fowler-El played in just one game as a true freshman last...
The value of faith based/private school’s in the Burgh
The debate between public and private schooling continues to thrive. While both options provide quality education, the value of a private school education is at the forefront for some local parents. Many private schools have a strong emphasis on instilling moral and ethical values, fostering a sense of responsibility, empathy and respect in their students. This approach aims to mold students who not only excel academically but also contribute positively to society. Susan Fariss is an educator and parent of a 15-year-old freshman who attends Pittsburgh Central Catholic High School in Oakland. “Central Catholic provides a very warm and welcoming environment, not only for students, but parents as well,” says Fariss. “We chose a private education because my husband attended Central Catholic and had an incredibly positive experience.” Fariss wanted their son to experience the same sense of brotherhood and camaraderie that they feel is part of the Central Catholic culture. The close bond is the norm at Central Catholic, shares Fariss. Another benefit the Fariss family has found at Central Catholic is that the school provides more student diversity than their home district. There are students from over 60 different school districts that attend the high school this year, and of those, approximately 35 schools sent just one student from this academic freshman class. Students have the benefit of meeting peers from a wide geographic area with diverse backgrounds.
Watch: Penguins’ Broz Scores Filthy Goal in Da Beauty League
Pittsburgh Penguins prospect and national championship winner Tristan Broz showed off some silky mitts Wednesday evening in the Minnesota-based Da Beauty League. The league is an annual high-level summer-time gathering of NHL and professional players, often from the Minnesota region. Broz, who is from Wisconsin, originally played college hockey at Minnesota before transferring to Denver, where he helped his team to the 2024 national championship.
Trump shooter’s gun club defends its culture: ‘That’s not us’
A gun club nestled in heavy woods on the outskirts of Pittsburgh was thrust into the national spotlight after one of its members tried to assassinate former President Donald Trump on Saturday. Clairton Sportsmen’s Club denounced the "senseless act of violence" in a statement Sunday, acknowledging that the shooter, Thomas...
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