Why some Ohio school districts are arming teachers and staff with firearms
Over the last year, the number of school districts in Ohio that allow staff to be armed quadrupled, with 14% of the state's districts now participating.
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Over the last year, the number of school districts in Ohio that allow staff to be armed quadrupled, with 14% of the state's districts now participating.
The increased suicide rates follow a two-year decrease from 2018 to 2020, according to the National Center for Health Statistics report.
There's a conversation happening in Congress around modernizing the tracing system. Others want to stop progress in its tracks, and even go backwards. Senior investigative reporter Jennifer Mayerle dives into the issue.
TSA officers prevented more guns from making it onto a plane at Pittsburgh International Airport over the weekend.
TSA officers prevented more guns from making it onto a plane at Pittsburgh International Airport over the weekend. KDKA-TV's Jessica Guay shares some of the data.
All three are facing gun and drug charges.
The ammo vending machines have been placed in grocery stores in three states as the U.S. battles what the surgeon general calls a public health crisis of gun violence.
Starting Monday, students on West Virginia University's campus were allowed to carry guns on campus grounds and all college campuses throughout West Virginia.
Starting Monday, students on West Virginia University's campus were allowed to carry guns on campus grounds and all college campuses throughout West Virginia. KDKA-TV's Barry Pintar reports.
The CDC looked at emergency medical services data from 27 states.
People gathered on Saturday to say enough is enough. They don't want to see another life lost to gun violence.
Uniontown PD has 20 officers in their department and said they are constantly training with their weapons.
Firearms sold by law enforcement have turned up at crime scenes thousands of times in recent years, a CBS News Investigation found.
There is no word yet of if the robberies in Mercer and Lawrence counties are connected.
Officials say this is the second time the man has violated the firearms policy.
More than 20 guns remain missing after suspects stole them from a gun shop in Westmoreland County last month. On Sunday, federal and local agencies from across the region teamed up to search the banks of the Allegheny River in Lower Burrell.
More than 20 guns remain missing after suspects stole them from a gun shop in Westmoreland County last month. On Sunday federal and local agencies from across the region teamed up to search the banks of the Allegheny River in Lower Burrell. KDKA-TV's Lauren Linder has more.
A Westmoreland County gun shop reopened Saturday after suspects burglarized it last month, during its first year in business. The investigation continues along with the search for the stolen guns, but the owners are happy to be moving forward.
After being broken into on January 22, RC Firearms is set to reopen and several law enforcement units are searching for the stolen guns.
TSA officers stopped more than 100 handguns at checkpoints throughout Pennsylvania airports in 2023.
A late-night traffic stop resulted in the confiscation of a stolen gun.
2023 provided a ray of hope in the youth gun violence that has gripped the region in recent years.
The calendar year 2023 provided a ray of hope in the youth gun violence that has gripped the region in recent years. KDKA-TV Lead Investigator Andy Sheehan reports.
"The piece of legislation that we will be introducing in the coming weeks will provide the capacity to revoke the permit to carry licenses of any individual who is caught by TSA."
A local Pa. lawmaker wants to rewrite a law to revoke carry permits of those who get caught with a gun at TSA checkpoints. KDKA-TV's Mamie Bah shares the story.
A motorcycle club donated a truckload of toys to spread holiday cheer to pediatric patients at UPMC Mercy Burn Center.
Frank Morrison of Braddock Hills was found guilty of robbing a West Virginia bank in 2018.
When Charlie Kiss and Matt Miller set out to improve the weight room years ago, they never expected to be gifted a brand-new one.
Police are looking for 16-year-old Eric Krassman Jr. who is charged in the shooting death of another 16-year-old.
UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione is back in New York after waiving extradition in Pennsylvania.
A motorcycle club donated a truckload of toys to spread holiday cheer to pediatric patients at UPMC Mercy Burn Center.
Frank Morrison of Braddock Hills was found guilty of robbing a West Virginia bank in 2018.
When Charlie Kiss and Matt Miller set out to improve the weight room years ago, they never expected to be gifted a brand-new one.
Police are looking for 16-year-old Eric Krassman Jr. who is charged in the shooting death of another 16-year-old.
UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione is back in New York after waiving extradition in Pennsylvania.
After Bob Casey lost to Dave McCormick, what comes next for the three-term senator?
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
The House Ethics Committee voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Dec. 5, according to multiple sources.
"People deserve to know upfront what they're being asked to pay," FTC Chair Lina Khan said in announcing crackdown on certain consumer fees.
Electors are voting in each state to formalize President-elect Donald Trump's victory over Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election.
Workers at Amazon facilities in major U.S. cities went on strike Thursday morning.
You've heard of online shopping and package scams, but what about package scams that come right to your door?
An attempt to cut down on energy bills turned into a financial nightmare for a Beaver Falls man.
American Airlines will soon add nonstop service between Pittsburgh International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport.
Pittsburgh Popcorn's food processing facility has been shut down.
We got to re-visit Frzy's performance at Highmark First Night at the end of 2020 when he brought the house down with a performance from a famous Pittsburgh rooftop.
Daisy stopped by Market Square to learn how the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership is raising money for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.
Sean Collier is back with a new edition of the PTL Weekend Guide!
The 71st Annual Free Care Fund Telethon started at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 19. We got a jump start of the telethon on PTL with the Neighborhood Ford Store and Eat'n Park giving away a car!
David Highfield and Heather Abraham talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show.
An attempt to cut down on energy bills turned into a financial nightmare for a Beaver Falls man.
A Pittsburgh woman says she's dealing with a rodent infestation because of a neighboring house that's condemned.
Making housing more affordable is the cornerstone of the Gainey administration, but critics say his efforts have fallen short.
High-speed police chases can lead to the arrest of suspected criminals. But do the chases pose a risk to the public?
The University of Pittsburgh says it is jumping into the NIL sphere with both feet.
Sharon Regional Medical Center employees rallied with family and friends to save the hospital from an impending closure.
Miller Shevitz of Beaver Falls is at his happiest when he's showing off his toys.
Eleven-year-old Jayden Randall of Carrick is one of the children who is alive and thriving today thanks to UPMC Children's Hospital.
Just a few weeks ago, Christine Dankwardt worried walking down the hall would never be possible for her 15-year-old daughter Marissa.
Fitness instructor Jordan Rose joined the program to show us some kettlebell exercises to help build full-body strength.
Joseph was dealt to the Pens in exchange for future considerations.
The Sporting News named the sophomore linebacker a first-team All-American, making him the first sophomore Pitt defensive player to earn the honor since 1978.
Ogunjobi provided meals and supplies to immigrants resettling in Pittsburgh ahead of Christmas.
Seth Henigan threw for 294 yards and two touchdowns in his final game for No. 25 Memphis.
Pitt has made it to the final four of the NCAA tournament for the fourth straight year.
Pittsburgh Popcorn's food processing facility has been shut down.
Another restaurant in Pittsburgh's Station Square is closing.
Construction is taking off at the Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The new location will be opening sometime next summer.
D&G Pizza owner Ken Levato says the final day of business will be Saturday, December 21.
While 2024 may be ending, there's much to look forward to next year, including a major entertainment project by PNC Park.
Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award-winning artist Barry Manilow will take the stage one final time in Pittsburgh.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
Mariah Carey's holiday concert at PPG Paints Arena was canceled on Wednesday afternoon, hours before its scheduled start time.
What we call "Hallmark Movies" during the holiday season might be cheesy but one psychologist tells us, it can be good for your health!
When the Athletic Director and football coach set out to provide a new weight room for student athletes at McKeesport, they didn't expect the surprise they were in for. Chilekasi Adele has the story.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Carl Lam's forecast!
Across the country, workers at Amazon, with support from the Teamsters, have gone on strike with less than a week until Christmas. KDKA's Lauren Linder has more from Imperial.
We got to re-visit Frzy's performance at Highmark First Night at the end of 2020 when he brought the house down with a performance from a famous Pittsburgh rooftop.
Daisy stopped by Market Square to learn how the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership is raising money for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.
Newborn babies at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital got dressed up in holiday onesies and hats knit by a nurse.
Pittsburgh has won 21 straight regular season home games against Cleveland.
Crews found the body of Elizabeth Pollard, the Pennsylvania grandma who fell into a sinkhole in Unity Township.
A Pennsylvania woman might have fallen into a sinkhole while searching for her missing cat, police said.
Fallen Pittsburgh Fire Battalion Chief John Walsh was laid to rest on Monday
