Black Friday drew crowds to South Hills Village, with shoppers seeking deals and continuing holiday traditions, amidst expectations of increased sales.

The Pittsburgh Public Schools board declined a plan to close nine schools after a contentious meeting with divided opinions and concerns about community involvement.

A crash on Route 30 in Westmoreland County caused injuries and road closure; emergency teams responded and one person was hospitalized. Police are investigating the incident.

A man with a stab wound was hospitalized after walking into a Pittsburgh business; he was uncooperative with authorities, who are still investigating the incident.

A man was hospitalized after being shot in the leg in Pittsburgh's Brookline neighborhood; he was uncooperative with the investigation, and no arrests have been made.

Emergency crews responded to a fire report at Eos Energy in Turtle Creek, with conflicting company statements about an actual fire occurring. No injuries reported; investigations ongoing.

Gusty winds are expected in Pittsburgh and parts of West Virginia and Pennsylvania today, according to the National Weather Service, with dry, clear conditions prevailing before rain returns Tuesday.

Pittsburgh Police Sergeant Tariq Jamal-Francis is charged with DUI for the second time, found asleep at the wheel with a BAC four times the limit. He is on paid leave pending investigation.

The Elizabeth Forward School District is set to close three elementary schools as part of its high school construction project, reshuffling students to different buildings.

A 21-year-old, Timere Johnson, is charged with attempted homicide after a shooting in East McKeesport. The victim is in critical condition. Police report there is no public danger.

The Pittsburgh area faced mixed wintry precipitation in the morning that was forecasted to turn into rain later in the day, possibly causing hazardous commute conditions, especially in eastern Ohio.

Cooler weather and lake-effect snow are expected in Pittsburgh, with strong wind gusts and snow accumulations varying by region. Advisories are in place, and another weather system will bring mixed precipitation midweek.

Pittsburgh is excited for a high-stakes college football game between Pitt and Notre Dame. Fans camp outside Acrisure Stadium for ESPN's College Gameday and a kick competition with a cash prize.