Four people are charged in Pittsburgh with defrauding elderly victims out of $4.5 million in an international lottery scheme involving false claims of prize winnings.

Pittsburgh's week starts with drizzle, showers, and possible thunderstorms, with overall cloudy skies and high temperatures near 66°F. The weather pattern will stay inconsistent, with brief dry spells and an 80% chance of showers by Thursday.

Pittsburgh's Allegheny Riverfront Park is being revitalized in a $5.4 million project to improve walkways, greenery, and accessibility, ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.

The Belle Vernon Area School District is increasing security at Rostraver Elementary after students talked about violence and weapons, with police at bus stops and a district rep on a bus.

The Pittsburgh Public Schools district postponed a vote on closing 14 schools after community pushback, wanting further analysis and community confidence in the decision-making process.

Foster parent Richard Brown in Pittsburgh faces sexual abuse charges, with concerns that more victims may exist from his years of service. Authorities urge potential victims to contact the Special Victims Unit.

A crash on State Route 68 in Clarion County resulted in three fatalities and one serious injury, involving a Mitsubishi Outlander and a Jeep Cherokee.

Pittsburgh Mills Mall's parking lot is plagued by potholes despite repair efforts, and the owner, Namdar Reality Group, is under criminal investigation for not using funds for maintenance.

The National Weather Service forecasts increased precipitation and possible snow for Pittsburgh, with minor accumulation expected. A cool down is predicted overnight into Sunday, with more rain Sunday into Monday.

A 23-year-old woman was shot in the wrist outside a Monessen private club and is hospitalized; her injuries are non-life-threatening. No arrests yet; an investigation is underway.

PennDOT begins a traffic crossover on the Parkway East in Monroeville, which will disrupt traffic patterns as part of a $70 million infrastructure project until fall 2026, including bridge work and lane narrowing.

Sheetz plans to hire over 400 employees in Pennsylvania, with hiring events offering on-the-spot job offers and streamlined application processes. They're also recruiting in other states, offering competitive benefits.

Rashon Coleman received a 110-month prison sentence for several bank robberies and subsequent escape from detention, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.