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Lawyer Wants Steubenville Rape Trial Delayed
The attorney for one of two Ohio high school football players charged with raping a 16-year-old girl says he wants to delay the trial.
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The attorney for one of two Ohio high school football players charged with raping a 16-year-old girl says he wants to delay the trial.
There was more national attention for the Steubenville rape case in Thursday as it was the focus of the "Dr. Phil" show.
A woman calls 911, police respond but leave the scene before ever talking to her, the results are tragic. It happened on New Year's Eve in Larimer when Ka'Sandra Wade called for help. It also happened on Feb. 2, 1988, on Thomas Boulevard in Point Breeze when a woman was raped by an intruder after she called emergency dispatch for help.
Steubenville, Ohio, is a typical small town where the high school football team is intertwined with the community's image.
A former Pittsburgh resident is now headed to prison after pleading guilty in connection with the alleged rape of a Shadyside woman 25 years ago.
Here are some of the highlight's of the Friday edition of the KDKA Afternoon News, in case you missed anything.
A 15-year-old girl is recovering after authorities say she was given drugs and was raped in Washington County.
A convicted sex offender, arrested on charges in the alleged raped of a 15-year-old girl, will stand trial.
A 57-year-old man has told the KDKA Investigators that he was sexually assaulted by Jerry Sandusky more than 40 years ago.
A 50-year-old lieutenant in the Grand Rapids, Mich. Fire Department could be extradited to Pennsylvania as early as next week to face a rape charge in Beaver County.
We are currently seeing two very different approaches to the post-debate push from the two Presidential campaigns – Obama has a much stronger opening to the two week push.
Once again, a Republican politician has said something extreme about rape. Extreme and extremely stupid.
From being deceitful on Romney's actual position on abortion to being deceitful that women get pregnant from rape or that women can die from pregnancy complications it is time to call the GOP on the deceit and the stupidity.
"Some girls rape easy." Those are the shocking words of Roger Rivard, a Republican state representative in Wisconsin previously endorsed by Paul Ryan.
After Mitt Romney's 47% don't pay taxes remark, Conservative columnist Peggy Noonan dubbed the Romney campaign a "rolling calamity" for all its problems and continuing self-inflicted wounds. At this point, she might have to extend that label to Republican efforts to take the majority in the Senate as they flounder and flip flop.
Allegheny County Police Supt. Charles Moffatt confirmed late Wednesday that county detectives are investigating a potentially shocking case involving a group of high school students.
A second man has been arrested in the alleged abduction and sexual assault of a mentally challenged woman in Washington County.
Two high school football players are facing rape charges. The boys, both 16 and students at Steubenville High School, are accused of raping a girl last week.
If the enthusiastic crowd was any evidence, Republican Vice Presidential Candidate Paul Ryan has lots of friends here -- and in his first sit-down TV interview in Pennsylvania, Ryan told KDKA Political Editor Jon Delano that he vacationed in Pittsburgh as a kid.
In Congressman Paul Ryan's first interview in Pennsylvania, Mitt Romney's vice presidential pick reacted strongly to Congressman Todd Akin's comment than women who are raped rarely get pregnant.
The basic fact is that Romney, Ryan and Republican's are uncomfortable with a few of the words Congressman Akin used. They are not, however, uncomfortable with the policy position he was expressing. The record shows that they march in lockstep with Congressman Akin.
Congressman Akin's comments are unconscionable and while Congressman Akin owns the words that came from his mouth, the sentiment and his policy goals are shared by both Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan, despite their statements today.
A man has been arrested in connection with an alleged sexual assault on Monday in Carrick.
DNA evidence helped solve a rape that happened nearly 25 years ago in the City of Pittsburgh. The suspect was arrested in California a few days ago thanks to a DNA match.
A man who used to live in Mercer County is facing more than 600 sex-related charges.
The Par 4 1st hole gives you a chance to start your round off on a strong point.
Nick Gonzales hit a go-ahead RBI single in the eighth inning after Mitch Keller allowed one run in the first seven, and the Pittsburgh Pirates won for the seventh time in eight games, 2-1 over the St. Louis Cardinals.
The hole can play as long as 634 yards and its layout has a number of different facets that make it unique.
Vice President Kamala Harris continues to receive a wide range of support in the day since President Biden dropped out of the 2024 race.
Patients at a local hospital can choose not to be given opioids before, during and after surgeries.
The Par 4 1st hole gives you a chance to start your round off on a strong point.
Nick Gonzales hit a go-ahead RBI single in the eighth inning after Mitch Keller allowed one run in the first seven, and the Pittsburgh Pirates won for the seventh time in eight games, 2-1 over the St. Louis Cardinals.
The hole can play as long as 634 yards and its layout has a number of different facets that make it unique.
Vice President Kamala Harris continues to receive a wide range of support in the day since President Biden dropped out of the 2024 race.
Patients at a local hospital can choose not to be given opioids before, during and after surgeries.
Vice President Kamala Harris continues to receive a wide range of support in the day since President Biden dropped out of the 2024 race.
A Pennsylvania lawmaker has introduced a resolution honoring Corey Comperatore.
With President Biden dropping out of the race, there's growing speculation that Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro could be a potential running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris.
Pennsylvania's governor was in Pittsburgh on Monday to talk about big investments coming to Pennsylvania to strengthen manufacturing and reduce pollution.
Governor Josh Shapiro once again threw his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris but stopped short of answering any questions about joining her ticket.
A restaurant in Downtown Pittsburgh was ordered to close for the second time this year.
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A Pittsburgh doctor explains the dangers of expired car seats.
The health department issued a consumer alert for Coraopolis Cash Market,
Fans looking for tickets to the game will need to buy season tickets, a mini-plan, or group tickets.
PTL's Ron Smiley tells us what he did during his summer vacation last week.
Bubba from 100.7 STAR joined us for a new edition of Pop Talk Live!
Congratulations to the winners of the Journey and Def Leppard ticket giveaway!
Katie spent time at PNC Park this morning to get a scoop on the Pirates' big weekend. While Yinzerpalooza was a party on the field, it was also a chance to celebrate some special Bucs fans who are swinging for the fence every day.
Esquina Cantina, in Lawrenceville, is hosting a quinceanera! They stopped by the PTL kitchen to tell us about the big event!
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed legislation aimed at saving pharmacies from going out of business.
The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police is initiating new patrols Downtown focused on smoke shops and the street activity around them.
Columbia Gas wants to abandon service to the Burhan-Crouse Funeral Home.
Leaders in Pittsburgh have taken the first step toward preventing the random Downtown attacks the city has seen on innocent people.
Pittsburgh's public safety director said the system fails to address the underlying problems of homelessness, addiction and mental illness.
Patients at a local hospital can choose not to be given opioids before, during and after surgeries.
Dr. Paul Leong, the owner of Sistine Plastic Surgery, joined us to share advice on what daily routines will make a difference for mature skin and how to properly use some common products like retinol.
Health challenges like cancer and heart attacks have knocked down Ronald Davis, but he continues to not just get back up, but keep moving.
Nearly 7,000 pounds of hot dogs were produced and distributed without being inspected, federal government says.
In the aftermath of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, medics, doctors, and nurses jumped into action to treat the wounded.
The Par 4 1st hole gives you a chance to start your round off on a strong point.
Nick Gonzales hit a go-ahead RBI single in the eighth inning after Mitch Keller allowed one run in the first seven, and the Pittsburgh Pirates won for the seventh time in eight games, 2-1 over the St. Louis Cardinals.
The hole can play as long as 634 yards and its layout has a number of different facets that make it unique.
LeBron James will be the third basketball player – and the first men's player – to carry the U.S. flag at the start of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
Rookie Tyler Phillips gave up four hits in six innings, and the Philadelphia Phillies avoided a three-game sweep with a 6-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
NASA is canceling a water-seeking moon rover because of cost overruns and launch delays.
A lifelong Pittsburgher has been named the new general manager of Kennywood.
The multi-year partnership begins this season.
KDKA-TV talked exclusively with Takahiro Mori, vice chairman of Nippon Steel and the head of its global operations, about the proposed deal.
The popular Pittsburgh spot was praised for its pepperoni size and its unique crust.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
"Dance Moms" star Christi Lukasiak is facing DUI charges after a crash in Westmoreland County last month.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
The hole offers multiple risk-reward opportunities.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss the sports topics of the day.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Shocking new allegations in the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.
Patients at a local hospital can choose to not be given opioids before, during and after surgeries.
KDKA-TV had a busy day on Friday at Picklesburgh in Downtown Pittsburgh.
Cranberry Township police asked all residents to shelter in place and lock their doors while they searched for a "suspicious person."
People in the Pittsburgh area are cleaning up after storms rolled through on Wednesday.
To celebrate a company-wide Community Day, KDKA held a food donation drive for the people who need the most help in our area. The Talk Pittsburgh team loaded the donations up and took them over to Jubilee Kitchen. Here's a look!
Residents in Western Pennsylvania are cleaning up after storms rolled through the region on Monday.