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Local hardware expert urges preparation for winter

According to our meteorologists, the weather is going to be dry and relatively mild for at least a little while longer. But experts are urging you to prepare for winter before the temperature drops. Over at Ferries Hardware Shoppe, they are stocking shelves full of winter necessities, and the owner...

An electric utility wants to fix Pa.’s competitive energy market; regulators say more study needed

State-by-state figures from monthly utility bill data show, on average, American households paid roughly $110, or 6.4%, more for electricity in 2025, compared to 2024. (Photo by Alexander Castro/Rhode Island Current)When Pennsylvania s largest electric utility proposed a change to the...

Toyota issues recall for more than 220,000 vehicles: See model affected

Toyota has issued a recall for more than 220,000 vehicles after it said there were issues with some back seats that may fail to remain secure in the event of a crash.

USPS recommends mailing ballots today in 34 states. Here's how to make sure yours counts

The Postal Service advises voters in 34 states to mail their ballots by today to ensure they arrive by Election Day, while experts suggest exploring other return options if mailing is no longer viable.

Large police presence in Churchill area, multiple departments responding

Sky 4 showed a large police presence, including Churchill, Monroeville and Penn Hills officers, in a wooded area on Tuesday afternoon.

Route 408 bridge in Crawford Co. opens just ahead of schedule

(WJET/WFXP)-- The nearly $1 million project to replace the old bridge that carries Route 408 over Mohawk Run in Crawford County opened ahead of schedule this week. PennDOT announced the Rockdale Township bridge that was used by roughly 1,100 cars every day opened four days ahead of schedule on...

Fair Share Tax proposed by Pittsburgh City Council member

A proposed Fair Share Tax in Pittsburgh could raise $51 million annually by taxing unearned income, with most of the revenue coming from the city’s wealthiest residents, according to a new report.

Final two people charged in 2024 drive-by shooting sentenced

The final two people to have their cases heard in the 2024 murder of 17-year-old Armani Cantu, including the driver, have been sentenced. The Erie County District Attorney's Office confirmed to us that 19-year-old Cire Brown-House was sentenced to 20-40 years in prison on Monday, while 20-year-old...

Utah authorities connect serial killer Ted Bundy to another 1970s homicide

Serial killer Ted Bundy has been linked to another Utah teenager's 1974 murder through new DNA testing, prosecutor says

Penguins' Ben Kindel back on the ice after vasovagal episode during team flight

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Ben Kindel returned to practice Tuesday, one week after he collapsed on the team plane and was taken to the hospital.

US military says 5 were killed by a strike on an alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific

The U.S. military said it attacked a boat it accused of smuggling drugs in the Pacific Ocean Tuesday, killing five people, which brings the total death toll to at least 240 in more than 70 strikes.

Brazilian police searching for Flávio Bolsonaro after he reportedly failed to surrender passports

The whereabouts of Brazilian senator Flávio Bolsonaro are unknown after the former presidential candidate failed to surrender his passports to police Tuesday, according to CNN Brasil.

Tuesday Tails: Casper

'I'm with the right guy': Man spends months panning for gold to craft engagement ring

"I'm just watching this video of him gold-panning, and I'm like, 'This is cute, but I don't know why we're doing this right now,'" his now-wife recalled.

'Kate & Allie' and 'McMillan & Wife' star Susan Saint James dies at 80

Susan Saint James, best known for her roles on the TV series "Kate & Allie" and "McMillan & Wife" has died at the age of 80.

MISSING: Pittsburgh police search for missing man with dementia

Police are asking for help to find a 62-year-old man with dementia who is missing from Pittsburgh's Mount Washington neighborhood.

Union head calls MLB salary cap proposal 'nuclear bomb'

Baseball’s union chief said the owners’ proposal of a salary cap was a “nuclear bomb” and players have no interest in the type of economic system Commissioner Rob Manfred maintains is needed for the sport to thrive.

ANNA Shelter aids in national chinchilla rescue effort

The ANNA Shelter has taken in 50 chinchillas as part of a national rescue effort that removed more than 800 of the animals from an out-of-area facility. The shelter is now providing care and seeking adoptive homes. The ANNA Shelter typically rescues hundreds of animals each year, ranging from cats...

Benedictines for Peace hold Take Back the Site Vigil for victim of domestic violence

On Monday night, people gathered to remember the life of a local woman and take back a site of violence. Victoria Ogak passed in August, just weeks after she was allegedly assaulted by her boyfriend at a home on Reed Street. Monday evening, a Take Back the Site vigil was held outside of that home,...

Car crashes into City of Pittsburgh garage, ends up under hoist

A man was hospitalized after a car crashed into a city garage in Pittsburgh's Strip District and nearly struck an employee working under a hoist, public safety officials said.

Alex Pretti’s family says they have no answers nine months after federal agents killed him

The parents of Alex Pretti, an American man shot and killed by ICE agents in Minneapolis in January, are accusing the DOJ of violating their rights.

Florida man who swallowed nearly $1M in stolen jewelry found guilty of robbery

The man was found guilty of stealing nearly $1 million in Tiffany jewelry from the mall and later swallowing it.

Family pets killed in overnight fire at Allegheny County home

A North Fayette family made it out safely as flames engulfed their home, but a dog and three cats were killed in the fire.

'Magical little human': Natalie Portman says she has welcomed her third child

Actress Natalie Portman said that she has welcomed her third child.

3 kitchen products worth the money and counter space

These tools will make cooking easier or be the perfect gift for any home chef

VIDEO: Driver plows through police car door during traffic stop

A close call was caught on camera after a suspected drunk driver slammed into a deputy's car door as the officer attempted to exit the vehicle.

Brighter streetlights cut nighttime violence, but only for a while, study finds

Streetlights illuminate autumn foliage in a suburban Maryland neighborhood. Brighter streetlights may help reduce nighttime violence, according to a new study. (Photo by Amanda Watford/Stateline)As days grow shorter and darkness arrives earlier across much of the country, a new study suggests that...

2 men charged with UK national security offenses over incident at US-run military base in England

Two men were charged Tuesday with national security offenses over a suspected plot against RAF Fairford, a U.S.-run military air base in England, police and prosecutors said.

Clouds Mix in, Halloween Outlook Looking Dry

Clouds Mix in, Halloween Outlook Looking Dry