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.
Troopers on scene told KDKA that the public was not in any danger.
Whether it's on the school bus, commuting to school, or even on the roads during bus pick-up, everyone has to be safe.
The Wells Fargo Center has changed its name to Xfinity Mobile Arena, weeks before it was originally scheduled to take effect.
Highland Park has been home to the community pharmacy for decades, but on August 30, they'll say goodbye.
Pennsylvania State Police troopers in Fayette County responded to a business after reports of shots being fired on Thursday morning.
Troopers on scene told KDKA that the public was not in any danger.
Whether it's on the school bus, commuting to school, or even on the roads during bus pick-up, everyone has to be safe.
The Wells Fargo Center has changed its name to Xfinity Mobile Arena, weeks before it was originally scheduled to take effect.
Highland Park has been home to the community pharmacy for decades, but on August 30, they'll say goodbye.
Pennsylvania State Police troopers in Fayette County responded to a business after reports of shots being fired on Thursday morning.
President Trump announced this year's "truly exceptional class" of Kennedy Center Honorees and said he will host the annual ceremony himself.
PRT says that without additional funding, 35% of its services are on the chopping block.
Amid questions surrounding Pittsburgh's budget challenges, the two candidates for mayor shared what they think needs to be done.
Is Pittsburgh headed for a budget crisis, or is it already in crisis?
The Shapiro administration traveled across the Commonwealth on Sunday, stressing the importance of the latest transportation spending bill.
Shayna, known for her popular TikTok account, Saving With Shayna, joined us to share her ultimate list of back-to-school deals.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday has joined a national effort to crack down on robocalls.
Billionaire Mark Cuban was back in the Pittsburgh area, as he announced a new partnership with Giant Eagle.
It's no secret that for many people, they wait until the last minute for back to school shopping.
Back-to-school shopping season is in full swing. We broke down how to shop smart before the first bell rings.
Thanks for Smoothie King for sending over the new Heinz Ketchup smoothie!
The time has come to say farewell to our beloved Patty Cobb who will be retiring after 43 years with KDKA-TV and who has been with PTL since it was known as Pittsburgh 2 Day!
The time has come to say farewell to our beloved Patty Cobb who will be retiring after 43 years with KDKA-TV and who has been with PTL since it was known as Pittsburgh 2 Day!
Sean Collier was back with a new edition of the PTL Weekend Guide!
We're just days away from many schools welcoming students back into the classroom, but getting there is always a challenge. Team PTL's Katie O'Malley spoke with Krise Transportation about the job openings they have as school is nearly back in session!
The Shuman Juvenile Detention Center reopened last summer with the promise of taking serious juvenile offenders off the street.
Amid questions surrounding Pittsburgh's budget challenges, the two candidates for mayor shared what they think needs to be done.
Is Pittsburgh headed for a budget crisis, or is it already in crisis?
At the end of the last school year, Brownsville Area School District put a ban on all wearable technology.
Experts are examining the potential connection between air quality in the Mon Valley and student absenteeism.
Low levels of the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease were detected at the county's South Campus in Mohnton, Pennsylvania.
Police in West Virginia shot and killed a man who became violent in a hospital emergency room and produced a knife.
Instagram rolled out a new Map feature that lets users see their friends' locations in real time. Here's why privacy experts are concerned.
Dr. Ken Nischal joined us to talk about how undetected eye issues can impact learning and can lead to lifelong problems.
The Boar's Head deli meat plant at the heart of a deadly food-poisoning outbreak is set to reopen in the coming months, but recent reports point to ongoing sanitation problems.
The Wells Fargo Center has changed its name to Xfinity Mobile Arena, weeks before it was originally scheduled to take effect.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Neal Shipley started becoming a household name last spring and summer when he earned low amateur honors at the Masters and at the U.S. Open.
The Steelers are ranked the 17th most valuable franchise in this year's ranking as Sportico says the organization is worth $6.51 billion.
The Milwaukee Brewers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 12-5 to extend their winning streak to 12 games.
Ten restaurants in Pittsburgh earned prestigious awards from Wine Spectator for their world-class wine selections.
After only three years, Midland Innovation and Technology Charter School is closing its doors.
Mario Lemieux and Ron Burkle sold the Penguins in 2021 for $900 million and the team could be worth double that price now.
Andrew Carnegie first opened the plant in 1875.
The owners of the Pittsburgh Mills were ordered to pay $1.8 million in fines over pothole-riddled parking lots and overgrown landscaping.
Swift joined "New Heights" alongside Travis Kelce, opening up about their relationship, buying back the master recordings of her first six albums, Easter eggs and her upcoming album.
Country music icons Rascal Flatts are hitting the road again next year for their "Life Is A Highway" tour.
President Trump announced this year's "truly exceptional class" of Kennedy Center Honorees and said he will host the annual ceremony himself.
Taylor Swift announced her 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," after a countdown tease on her website. The release date is now set for Oct. 3.
It sure seems like Taylor Swift could be a "very special guest" on this week's episode of the Kelce brothers' New Heights podcast.
For more than 90 years, Grant Bar and Lounge has been serving up food, drinks, and good times in the heart of Millvale.
Pennsylvania State Police closed off the Route 30 westbound ramp to the Pennsylvania Turnpike in North Huntingdon to investigate a suspicious item.
With the return to school comes reminders about safety.
Pennsylvania State Police troopers in Fayette County responded to a business after reports of shots being fired on Thursday morning.
Thanks for Smoothie King for sending over the new Heinz Ketchup smoothie!
Spaun made a thrilling 64-foot birdie putt to win the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club.
It was a wet and rainy day at Oakmont Country Club for the third round of the U.S. Open.
Oakmont continued to flex its muscles against the world's best at the U.S. Open on Friday.
The 125th playing of the U.S. Open got underway Thursday morning at Oakmont Country Club.
The best golfers in the world are at Oakmont Country Club preparing for the U.S. Open.
