Man found shot dead after multi-vehicle crash in East McKeesport

EAST MCKEESPORT, Pa. — A man was found dead from a gunshot wound following a multi-vehicle crash late Thursday night in East McKeesport, according to Allegheny County Police. At approximately 11:48 p.m.,…

Female Bicyclist killed in collision with SUV in McKeesport

McKEESPORT, Pa. — Allegheny County Police are investigating a fatal collision that killed a bicyclist Wednesday afternoon in McKeesport. According to authorities, County 9-1-1 received a call at 3:22 p.m. reporting a…

Clairton man convicted of attempted murder in 2023 shooting of Monroeville police officer

GREENSBURG, Pa. — A Westmoreland County jury has found Bruce Alvarado, 40, of Clairton, guilty on all counts in connection with the November 2023 shooting of a Monroeville police officer and a…

Penn Hills man charged after assault of woman and children outside Pittsburgh family court

PITTSBURGH, Pa. — A Penn Hills man is facing a dozen criminal charges after allegedly assaulting the mother of his children and the children themselves outside a family court building late Wednesday…

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Man found dead in Long Run Creek after being reported missing in McKeesport

McKEESPORT, Pa. — A man reported missing Tuesday evening was found dead hours later in Long Run Creek, prompting an active homicide investigation by Allegheny County authorities. According to Allegheny County Police,…

Man shot and killed during picnic in Clairton following argument police say

CLAIRTON, P.A. — Allegheny County Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Saturday night during a picnic in Clairton, leaving one man dead and another in custody. County 9-1-1 dispatchers received…

Henry the Horse retires after 18 year career as neigh-borhood cop

ALLEGHENY COUNTY, Pa. — Henry, a beloved member of the Allegheny County Police Department’s Mounted Unit, is retiring after nearly 18 years of service, officials announced. Henry joined the unit in 2007…

Pittsburgh PD responds to concerns over law enforcement actions at bars and clubs

The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police confirmed Saturday that recent law enforcement presence at several bars and clubs in the city was part of routine compliance operations conducted by the Nuisance Bar Task…

Woman critically injured after being struck by pickup truck in Stowe Township

A woman is in critical condition following a vehicle-versus-pedestrian crash in Stowe Township on Saturday morning, according to the Allegheny County Police Department. At approximately 10:21 a.m., Allegheny County 9-1-1 received a…

One ticket, five numbers, $400K richer in Pennsylvania

West Mifflin, PA — One lucky Pennsylvania Lottery player matched all five numbers in the April 28 Cash 5 with Quick Cash drawing to win a $400,000 jackpot, officials announced Tuesday. The…

Funeral home owner charged after scamming 6,500+ pet owners with fake cremations

HARRISBURG, PA — A Pittsburgh-area funeral home owner has been charged after allegedly deceiving thousands of pet owners by taking more than $650,000 for burial services and instead dumping animals in a…

$2.2 million lottery jackpot sold at Pennsylvania Sunoco

PITTSBURGH, PA — A Pennsylvania Lottery Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket sold in Allegheny County has hit the jackpot, earning the lucky winner more than $2.2 million from Tuesday night’s drawing.…

Pittsburgh man wanted for abandoning three dogs in filthy home after eviction

PITTSBURGH, Pa. — The Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office has issued an arrest warrant for a 30-year-old man accused of animal cruelty and neglect after deputies discovered three dogs living in unsanitary conditions…

Two players score huge lottery jackpots in Pennsylvania

MIDDLETOWN, PA — Two jackpot-winning Match 6 Lotto tickets sold in Butler and Allegheny counties delivered a combined $2.86 million payday over the weekend, the Pennsylvania Lottery announced Monday. The larger of…

Two tickets two days $2.86 million in lottery wins across Pennsylvania

MIDDLETOWN, Pa. — Two jackpot-winning Match 6 Lotto tickets sold in Butler and Allegheny counties over the weekend have netted a combined $2.86 million, the Pennsylvania Lottery announced Monday. The larger of…

Fugitive found hiding under bed after multi-county warrant sweep

Fugitive Duquesne man found hiding under bed in West Mifflin apartment PITTSBURGH, PA — A man wanted on multiple bench warrants across three counties was taken into custody Thursday afternoon after sheriff’s…

3-year-old child killed by riding lawnmower in Elizabeth Township

ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP, PA — A 3-year-old child was killed Sunday morning after being struck by a riding lawnmower in the 3000 block of Skillet Hill Road, according to the Allegheny County Police…

Major drug bust against Philadelphia based trafficking operation in New Jersey

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Five people have been arrested and charged in connection with a sprawling fentanyl trafficking operation stretching across the tri-state area, following a yearlong multi-agency investigation that culminated in the…

This dog helps veterans cope with stress in courtroom sessions

PITTSBURGH, PA — A facility dog named Lassen is playing a calming role in Allegheny County’s Veterans Court, helping clients cope with stress and anxiety during their treatment process. Key Points The…

Debt settlement firms banned in Pa., forced to refund over $500K after illegal operations exposed

HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry Sunday announced a settlement exceeding $550,000 with Accelerated Debt Settlement, Inc. and its affiliates after the companies allegedly operated without proper licensing and misled consumers…

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