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Christine Sheller was born and raised in West Chester but now calls Granada Hills in the San Fernando Valley home.
A man who worked at two school districts in Pennsylvania is accused of recording boys in the locker room.
A Pennsylvania appeals court has ruled that Danelo Cavalcante's prison escape last year cost him his right to appeal his original life sentence.
Danelo Cavalcante pleaded guilty to escape charges on Friday in Chester County, about a year after a manhunt that drew nationwide attention.
Malinda Hoagland, 12, died in May 2024 after a long period of what law enforcement described as in-home torture and abuse.
The Caln Township Police Department said a litter of seven pit bull terrier puppies was found dead on the Ingleside Golf Course in Caln Township.
Two parents from Chester County drowned after being caught in a rip current at Stuart Beach in Martin County, Florida, Thursday afternoon, according to Martin County Sheriff's Office.
A CBS News Philadelphia investigation found warning signs were missed in the starvation and torture death of Malinda Hoagland in Chester County, Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania offers plenty of opportunities to get away, including Chester County's Brandywine Valley.
Danelo Cavalcante wore an orange prison jumpsuit as he arrived for a court hearing in Kennett Square on charges related to his alleged escape.
An inmate who escaped from a Missouri jail in June was captured in Chester County on Thursday, the U.S. Marshals said.
Danelo Cavalcante, the escaped prisoner who was captured on day 14 of the manhunt in Chester County, planned to carjack someone and travel to Canada, authorities said.
Danelo Cavalcante was caught Wednesday, two weeks after escaping Chester County Prison. The convicted killer was found crawling through a wooded area.
The search for escaped prisoner Danelo Cavalcante came to an end on Wednesday on the 14th day of the manhunt in South Coventry Township.
Police say escaped Chester County inmate Danelo Cavalcante may have discarded clothes since Monday night and now has a .22 caliber rifle.
Law enforcement is pursuing escaped inmate Danelo Cavalcante, who is armed with a rifle, in South Coventry Township, Chester County early Tuesday morning, Pennsylvania State Police said.
Escaped prisoner Danelo Cavalcante is still on the run Sunday despite police recovering a van he stole Saturday from a local dairy farm. Officials said they believe he is still in the state of Pennsylvania.
Danelo Cavalcante escaped from Chester County Prison by using his legs and arms to push himself up a prison yard wall, a new video released on Wednesday by officials shows.
He climbed up to the roof of the Chester County, Pa. facility, the sources say, the same method used by another inmate there recently. He's still on the run.
The search for escaped Chester County Prison inmate Danelo Cavalcante has led to the closure of two school districts in the county.
Pennsylvania State Police said Monday that there have been four credible sightings of convicted killer Danelo Cavalcante, who escaped from the Chester County Prison last week.
West Chester Police are actively searching for Danelo Cavalcante, who escaped from Chester County Prison on Thursday morning.
PTL's David Highfield is chatting with Nina Kelly, of Chester County's Brandywine Valley, about why the other side of Pennsylvania makes a great summer getaway!
Pennsylvania State Police had issued a warrant for Bam Margera after saying he was involved in an altercation. He appeared in court and posted bail Thursday.
Rain will become snow on Sunday and high winds are expected along with potentially slippery roads.
A mural depicting Marc Fogel's likeness was unveiled Saturday at the Butler Art Center ahead of Fogel's return to Butler County.
The cross with angel wings has been illuminated with light along Route 51 at the Smock Road intersection.
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes is focused on becoming a more complete pitcher in 2025.
For some, it's a car lover's dream.
Rain will become snow on Sunday and high winds are expected along with potentially slippery roads.
A mural depicting Marc Fogel's likeness was unveiled Saturday at the Butler Art Center ahead of Fogel's return to Butler County.
The cross with angel wings has been illuminated with light along Route 51 at the Smock Road intersection.
KDKA.com is compiling a list of churches, volunteer fire departments and other organizations for the 2025 KDKA Fish Fry Guide.
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes is focused on becoming a more complete pitcher in 2025.
The White House is citing the news outlet's decision declining to recognize the Trump administration's name change from Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America.
Since being pulled from Apple and Google stores last month, TikTok had remained operational for those in the U.S. who had already downloaded the app, though updates were unavailable.
Gov. Josh Shapiro is suing the Trump administration, saying it's unconstitutionally withholding billions in federal aid from the state.
President Trump said he spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin and directed his national security team to lead negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.
Together, the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University could lose close to $200 million in funding from the National Institutes of Health.
Local flower shops in Pittsburgh received lots of Valentine's Day orders.
Joann, the fabric and craft store, is joining a growing list of companies that have filed for bankruptcy.
A launch event is being held at Sarris' shop in Canonsburg on Thursday.
As the bird flu continues to strain the country's egg supply, several grocery chains are limiting the amount consumers can purchase.
The flowers may be pouring in, but the cost for consumers is top of mind.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
We learned about a program called ASSET, which stands for Automotive Student Service Educational Training. We talked about how it can help your high school student get a job as soon as they graduate high school!
We all love a good road trip and it's important to make sure if we take our pets too, they are safe while traveling. The Greater Pittsburgh Golden Retriever Club provided safety tips for road trips with our pups.
We got to tag along with 600 students from Shaler and learned about the advice they're getting from the Ford Driving Skills for Life assembly.
Daisy spoke with Joey Thurby, the chairman of the Neighborhood Ford Store, to learn more about the Quilt for the Cure campaign.
A family from Fayette County says they begged for help to save a dying loved one who took her final breath waiting for an ambulance.
KDKA Investigates has uncovered years of neglect by a company that owns dozens of complexes across the country.
A Pittsburgh councilman said the benefits are limitless for people buried under medical debt.
Two men said thieves drained the money from their SNAP benefits cards before they had a chance to head to the grocery store.
KDKA Consumer Investigator Meghan Schiller explains what you need to research before agreeing to pay up.
The bird flu case had respiratory symptoms and has since been released from the hospital.
A UPMC hospital worker in McCandless creates intricate paper flower arrangements to spread joy.
The superintendent canceled in-person learning for two days as the flu hit the district hard.
A woman in Pleasant Hills used the National Kidney Registration Voucher program to receive a kidney.
Recalled rolling coolers were sold for a six-year period by retailers nationwide including Amazon, Costco and Target.
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes is focused on becoming a more complete pitcher in 2025.
Ishmael Leggett had 21 points and 10 rebounds, Cameron Corhen scored 17 and Pittsburgh defeated Miami 74-65 to snap a four-game losing streak.
Three athletic trainers will be honored with the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Awards of Excellence for the 2025 class.
The upgrades are expected to cost more than $10 million combined.
Shipley became a fan favorite last year when he made the cut as an amateur at the Masters and at the U.S. Open.
Friday was the last day for Station Square's Hard Rock Cafe, and while there are a lot of empty buildings, many see the chance for revitalization.
Joann, the fabric and craft store, is joining a growing list of companies that have filed for bankruptcy.
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has announced it will be closing approximately 500 stores nationwide, almost a year after filing for bankruptcy.
The Duolingo Owl is dead, according to a statement from the Pittsburgh-based company.
A restaurant in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill South neighborhood was hit with a consumer alert.
While it usually has ice on the floor, this weekend, 80 truckloads of dirt are being laid down at PPG Paints Arena.
Country music star Lainey Wilson is engaged to former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Devlin "Duck" Hodges.
Shipley became a fan favorite last year when he made the cut as an amateur at the Masters and at the U.S. Open.
The country music superstars will hit the road for a select run of stadium shows.
Kennywood has unveiled its newest themed area in the amusement park ahead of the season-opening date on April 12.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
Police found a man with a gunshot wound in East Liberty and another man ran from the scene before police arrived.
A mural depicting Marc Fogel's likeness was unveiled Saturday at the Butler Art Center ahead of Fogel's return to Butler County. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer reports.
A Fayette County family is searching for answers after they said they believe someone intentionally vandalized their loved one's memorial.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Kristin Emery's forecast!
A fast-moving clipper system is proving Punxsutawney Phil correct this Sunday late afternoon/early evening with some freezing rain/drizzle and light wet snow making roads north of Route 422 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike slippery.
A late interception from quarterback Drew Allar allowed Notre Dame to get in field goal range.
Counties south of Pittsburgh along with parts of Maryland and West Virginia are being hit the hardest.
The 71st Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon raised more than $1.7 million. Here are some photos from the night.
Newborn babies at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital got dressed up in holiday onesies and hats knit by a nurse.