Testimony Resumes In Orie Melvin Corruption Trial
The corruption trial of Supreme Court Justice Joan Orie Melvin and her sister, Janine Orie continues Tuesday.
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The corruption trial of Supreme Court Justice Joan Orie Melvin and her sister, Janine Orie continues Tuesday.
The corruption trial of suspended State Supreme Court Justice Joan Orie Melvin and her sister Janine Orie continued Monday.
Prosecutors tried to paint a conspiracy among sisters during the first day of the corruption trial for Joan Orie-Melvin and Janine Orie. But the sisters' lawyers say that is not true.
A jury is set to hear legal instructions from a judge before they begin deliberating the fate of a fired Pittsburgh state prison guard charged with physically and sexually abusing inmates because they were gay or convicted child molesters.
Two men accused of shooting and killing a pregnant woman will be in court Thursday afternoon.
Jury selection is now underway in the corruption trial for suspended Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice Joan Orie-Melvin and her sister, Janine.
A 14-year-old boy has been ordered to stand trial for the murder of a young mother from Beaver County.
A former state prison guard cooperating with prosecutors in their abuse case against another ex-guard was known for telling tall tales, including once claiming that he worked on Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger's car, a third guard testified Tuesday.
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.
A local couple, accused of abusing their adopted children, went before a judge on Thursday.
There will be no death penalty for the man convicted in the shooting death of a Penn Hills police officer. Ronald Robinson was sentenced Tuesday night to two consecutive life sentences for the deaths of Officer Michael Crawshaw and Danyal Morton.
It was a big show Tuesday on the KDKA Afternoon News. Here are some of the highlights.
Jury deliberations will continue Tuesday in the trial of the man accused in the fatal shooting of a Penn Hills police officer in 2009.
Four jurors have been seated in the trial of alleged "Greensburg 6" ringleader Ricky Smyrnes.
The Westmoreland County man accused in connection with the death of his infant daughter has been found guilty of third degree murder.
A Lawrence County man charged in connection with the death of his 6-week-old son has now been ordered to stand trial. The baby's mother was also in the courtroom on Thursday as prosecutors made their case.
Testimony ended Thursday in the trial of Ronald Robinson.
A former Freedom High School teacher who was caught by undercover camera doing drugs, and offering them to students, is now facing more charges.
The state alleges that over a two-year period Harry Nicoletti sexually and physically assaulted dozens of inmates who are now lined up to testify against him.
The woman accused of smothering her 4-month-old baby repeatedly was ordered to stand trial on charges Wednesday.
Testimony continued Tuesday in the trial of a man accused of shooting and killing a Penn Hills Police Officer in 2009.
There are new details in the Steubenville rape investigation. Lawyers for the two football players charged in the case say they're considering asking the trial to be moved, in part because potential witnesses are being threatened.
Here's a recap of the Monday edition of the KDKA Afternoon News in case you missed anything.
The trial for a man accused of killing a Penn Hills Police officer resumed Monday morning with a juror being dismissed.
The jury in the Ronald Robinson trial heard more recordings from police dispatch calls the night Danyal Morton and Penn Hills Police Officer Michael Crawshaw were killed.
Tuesday is expected to be the busiest travel day ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.
The city says the purple curbed areas and the program makes it easier for delivery drivers and people parking for just a short period of time without double parking or leaving their vehicles blocks away.
The gingerbread house was submitted by students from Moore Elementary School in Brentwood.
Student workers voted Friday overwhelmingly in favor of joining the union.
Police are trying to stop a string of suspicious fires around Aliquippa.
Tuesday is expected to be the busiest travel day ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Chief John Walsh was laid to rest following a funeral service at St. Paul Cathedral in Oakland.
The city says the purple curbed areas and the program makes it easier for delivery drivers and people parking for just a short period of time without double parking or leaving their vehicles blocks away.
The gingerbread house was submitted by students from Moore Elementary School in Brentwood.
Student workers voted Friday overwhelmingly in favor of joining the union.
A big local election is looming on the horizon, and a well-known political figure and son of a former mayor is lining up as a potential challenger to Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey.
KDKA-TV money and political editor Jon Delano is retiring after 30 years. He talked to Ken Rice about his remarkable career.
Special counsel Jack Smith asked a federal judge to toss out the charges against President-elect Donald Trump in the case stemming from the 2020 election.
President Biden pardoned two turkeys, Peach and Blossom that hail from Minnesota, where they will return.
JD Vance's election as vice president has opened up one of Ohio's U.S. Senate seats for the third time in as many years.
With the online world dominating advance sales for the holiday starting in October, are Black Friday and Cyber Monday still relevant?
Gas prices in Pittsburgh are starting to fall as our travel picks up around Thanksgiving and Christmas.
The first Von Maur department store in Pennsylvania has opened at South Hills Village.
Spirit Airlines announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot itself.
A pizzeria in Pittsburgh's Oakland neighborhood was hit with a consumer alert.
PTL's Katie O'Malley heads to Wexford Elementary School where the kids have been busy raising money for the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund.
Squire, the Lanner falcon, is an example of one of the many birds of prey they care for at the National Aviary! They stopped by to tell us more about how they care for the animals at the facility and about their big plans for Giving Tuesday!
Dr. Mike Hutchinson, from Animal General in Cranberry Township, is back. Thanksgiving break is a great time to spend a little extra time with your furry friend, but there are many hazards at this time of year too. Here are some tips on traveling with your pet and some table and counter manners.
PTL's Daisy Jade visits the City-County Building downtown to get a look at the the City of Pittsburgh's annual Gingerbread House Display and Competition!
Pittsburgh Today Live's Heather Abraham and David Highfield talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show.
A Westmoreland County man says he feels bamboozled after a nearly $8,000 bill arrived in the mail.
Budget time at City Hall has Pittsburgh City Council scrutinizing Mayor Ed Gainey's proposed spending.
Amid staffing shortages in Pittsburgh EMS, a city program seeks to recruit and train from within the community.
The Ambridge Area School District recently purchased a security system touted for its ability to detect guns and knives.
As tales of scammers swiping tickets from Ticketmaster accounts grow, there are simple yet effective ways to protect your tickets.
Keeping the kids healthy this time of year can be a challenge. Dr. Hayley Hellstern and Dr. Marisa Quattrone talk about their new practice in Fox Chaple, Zest Pediatrics.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
Two Pittsburgh men are among the first to use a new device to regain movement following a stroke.
Thawing a turkey one week out from Thanksgiving may seem excessive, but it's necessary.
It is vital to find time for your physical well-being, even if it's just for a little bit. That's what we discussed today for our Wellness Wednesday conversation with Dr. Natalie Gentile.
Sidney Crosby scored his 600th NHL goal for Pittsburgh but the Penguins lost 6-1 to the Utah Hockey Club.
Isaac Brown rushed for two touchdowns, Tyler Shough threw for two scores and Stanquan Clark had two of Louisville's three interceptions as the Cardinals routed Pittsburgh 37-9 on Saturday.
Crosby is the 21st player in NHL history to reach the 600-goal mark.
Drew Allar passed for 233 yards and a touchdown and rushed for a score and a late fourth-down conversion to help fourth-ranked Penn State fend off Minnesota 26-25 and stay on track for a spot in the College Football Playoff.
CJ Donaldson had two short rushing touchdowns and West Virginia became bowl eligible with a 31-21 victory over UCF.
One tree farm in Harmony, Butler County, is already open for the season.
The hunt is still on for the one-of-a-kind Topps Paul Skenes Rookie Debut Patch Autograph card.
Pittsburgh remains at the forefront of the robotics industry.
Spirit Airlines announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot itself.
Giant Eagle has opened a new grocery store in Pittsburgh's Westwood neighborhood.
One of the most successful computer games of all time is currently being developed by Apple as a forthcoming movie.
Mac Miller fans are getting new music in the new year.
The official teaser for "The Pitt" dropped, revealing a premiere date in January.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
Jay Leno was badly injured in Greensburg when the 74-year-old comedian fell down a hill.
The last thing many want to do for the holiday is commit a Thanksgiving faux pas.
The use of the smart loading zones was introduced as part of a pilot program Downtown in 2022 before being expanded to other neighborhoods and parts of the city.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
Tuesday is likely going to be one of the busiest travel days of the year.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Fallen Pittsburgh Fire Battalion Chief John Walsh was laid to rest on Monday
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost 24-19 to the Cleveland Browns.
The Steelers beat the Ravens 18-16 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
Firefighters battled a massive fire at Riley's Pour House, a popular Irish pub in Carnegie, on Thursday.
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump held rallies in Pittsburgh on the eve of Election Day.
