Mother of 16-year-old pepper-sprayed at Uniontown High School speaks out
A 16-year-old student was found to have a vaping device in his bag, and Uniontown school police officers pepper-sprayed him after he refused to hand over his bag.
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A 16-year-old student was found to have a vaping device in his bag, and Uniontown school police officers pepper-sprayed him after he refused to hand over his bag.
Arriving alone, with no hose or crew, the officer had just one tool: a fire extinguisher in his patrol vehicle.
On Tuesday, the NWS confirmed at least one more EF-1 tornado touched down in our area, taking Sunday's total to 5.
The now-former treasurer is under investigation after thousands of dollars went missing.
The Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association recently ruled the game as a double-forfeit.
Parents expressed their concerns over the plan and how it will impact their students' transportation plans.
The board voted 5-to-4 to approve the closure of the middle school as well as the consolidation plan.
Neither Uniontown nor Meadville will advance after the incident in their first round game Friday night.
Alice Frankhouser is taking the words of Fred Rogers to heart and becoming one of the helpers.
The city of Uniontown posted a list online of over 600 residents who haven't paid their trash bills.
Antoinette Hodge was convicted of stealing more than $100,000 in taxpayer funds.
A Uniontown man now faces criminal homicide charges in connection with the death of a 2-year-old girl.
They'll be collecting donations through the month of October.
Over $10,000 was raised on Sunday.
O.A.K Pizza in Uniontown is offering $500 in cash and a $500 restaurant gift card for a breakthrough.
A Fayette County pizzeria is offering a monetary reward for any information that leads to the arrest of the person or persons that broke their restaurant's window early last Friday morning. KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose reports.
Uniontown police are investigating.
One man is dead after a shooting at a Uniontown club.
Fayette County District Attorney Michael Aubele announced charges against Calvin Jay Huffman in connection to the June 6, 2023, murder of Anthony Jones.
Fayette County District Attorney Michael Aubele announced charges against Calvin Jay Huffman in connection to the June 6, 2023, murder of Anthony Jones. KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose has more.
They're asking businesses in the area to check their security footage to see who tore down the flags.
So far, police said no arrests have been made in either shooting.
Police are investigating two separate shootings in Uniontown on Tuesday.
Police are investigating two separate shootings in Uniontown on Tuesday.
Police are searching for those involved in damaging several businesses and homes overnight in Fayette County.
After a large crack was found in the pier supporting the HOV lanes earlier this year, PennDOT is now inspecting several bridges in our region.
We're looking at another above-average temperature day in Pittsburgh with some sunshine.
Hermitage, Greenville, and Sharon are all offering several thousands of dollars in cash to make moving there easy, affordable, and rewarding -- and there also could be additional incentives.
Pittsburgh is in the top 12 and top 16 for the two worst air quality categories (smog and soot related air quality), worse than last year's report.
The body of Pope Francis was transferred to St. Peter's Basilica to lie in state for three days so the Catholic faithful and others can pay their respects.
After a large crack was found in the pier supporting the HOV lanes earlier this year, PennDOT is now inspecting several bridges in our region.
The Vatican says Pope Francis' funeral will be held on April 26 at St. Peter's Basilica after the pontiff lies in state there for three days.
We're looking at another above-average temperature day in Pittsburgh with some sunshine.
Hermitage, Greenville, and Sharon are all offering several thousands of dollars in cash to make moving there easy, affordable, and rewarding -- and there also could be additional incentives.
Pittsburgh is in the top 12 and top 16 for the two worst air quality categories (smog and soot related air quality), worse than last year's report.
The U.S. Department of Education says that starting May 5, it'll begin collecting payments for student loans that are in default.
More than 100 universities and colleges have issued a joint letter condemning President Trump's "political interference" in the nation's education system.
Gov. Josh Shapiro said he will be back in the governor's mansion this week after a man allegedly broke into the house and set it on fire.
Gov. Josh Shapiro said he will be back in the governor's mansion this week after a man allegedly broke into the house and set it on fire more than a week ago. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman reports.
Nearly 10 million borrowers could be in default within a few months, according to the department.
A recent survey shows summer 2025 is shaping up to be the season of exploration.
When a local company owner heard what happened, he said he wanted to make it right.
A covert camera at the Penn Hills Post Office led to federal criminal charges against Steven Goldwire.
With Mother's Day, Father's Day, Easter, and graduations all on the horizon and an uncertain world of tariffs, how can you save money?
Hostetter Auctioneers, based in Beaver Falls, has been contracted to auction off certain assets to the public.
You can now see a woolly mammoth, saber-toothed tiger and more at the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium. Katie O'Malley visits with the zoo's Jessica Ries to learn more about the Ice Age: Frozen in Time exhibit!
You won't believe these pictures! A Highland cow got loose from her pen in Ross Township and started wandering around the neighborhood!
Kidsburgh Ambassador Yu-Ling Behr is back with some family-friendly springtime events around town!
Dr. Lori is appraising more of your antiques and treasures! This week's theme is tablescapes.
Cristin Goss, the creator of GossBoss Workshops for women, has started something new for moms and daughters or aunts and nieces and more! PTL's Daisy Jade is previewing the new Barbie-Themed Confidence Building Workshop!
Questions are being raised about an aging emergency vehicle fleet in Pittsburgh.
When a local company owner heard what happened, he said he wanted to make it right.
Some Jeannette residents say raw sewage has been flooding down their street for at least a week.
A mom says she's now forced to take on the role of caregiver for her 23-year-old son.
A couple in West Mifflin fears the contractor they hired for a home improvement job might never return.
A U.S. surgeon general report found that 1 in 5 children and adolescents will face a significant mental health condition during their school years. That's why local organizations like Listen, Lucy are breaking the stigma and getting kids the help they need and deserve.
The announcement builds on top of the $37 million Leidos has given to the university over the past couple of decades.
A measles outbreak has been declared in Pennsylvania.
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
The team announced Letang underwent the surgery to close a "PFO" or a small hole in the wall of the heart.
Andrew McCutchen hit a three-run homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates had 18 hits for the first time in two years in a 9-3 win over the Los Angeles Angels that stopped a three-game losing streak.
The auction will kick off on April 28.
Mike Patrick called countless college football and basketball games, and is best known for his work on ESPN's "Sunday Night Football" from 1987 through 2005.
Cincinnati football player Jeremiah Kelly died unexpectedly at his residence early Tuesday.
Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas believes better days are ahead.
The owner of 1989 Vintage and Thrift says Construction Junction recycled her idea of an on-site thrift store.
A federal judge has permanently struck down an Ohio law that would have required children and teens under 16 to get parental consent to use social media apps.
Norfolk Southern reached an agreement with one of the two companies it has been trying to force to help pay for the $600 million class-action settlement it agreed to over its disastrous 2023 train derailment near the Ohio-Pennsylvania border and the toxic chemicals that were released and burned.
Since the pandemic, streaming has soared while movie theaters have continued to wane, but what does that mean for the Pittsburgh Film Office?
Pirates' owner Bob Nutting is apologizing for the Bucco Bricks ending up in a recycling center.
A casting call is out for extras needed when the Hershey biopic comes to film in Pittsburgh.
Mulaney, a three-time Emmy Award winner, rose to fame through his writing career on "Saturday Night Live."
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
Wiz Khalifa released his breakout mixtape, "Kush + Orange Juice," 15 years ago.
Since the pandemic, streaming has soared while movie theaters have continued to wane, but what does that mean for the Pittsburgh Film Office?
What began as just a single, large crack in a pier supporting the HOV lanes on the North Side has turned into a full inspection of several others across the region. KDKA's John Shumway spoke with PennDOT's Jason Zang about the progress.
Several small towns in western Pennsylvania are offering a cash incentive to try and get people to move into the area and call Mercer County home.
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
Local leaders are urging Pennsylvanians to get a REAL ID before summer travel plans could hit some turbulence.
The report, which uses air quality data from 2021 through 2023, found that nearly 25 million more people nationwide are breathing unhealthy air when compared to last year's report.
The crash happened early Friday morning along Park Way.
The annual Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show kicked off on Friday, March 7, 2025, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. As is tradition, Pittsburgh Today Live kicked off the show with a live episode!
A school bus slammed into a tree in Butler County on Thursday morning, sending the driver and two students to the hospital.
KDKA-TV is sad to report that retired host and weather forecaster Jon Burnett died of complications from suspected CTE. He leaves behind an incredible legacy.
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.
