A severe hostage situation involving a woman held captive and potential arson is ongoing in North Union Township, Fayette County, with Charles Nara accused and the area on high alert.

A domestic dispute in Butler City resulted in the fatal shooting of Christopher Waggett. Suspect Sean Williams is charged with homicide and the police are investigating.

The police are managing an active incident in North Union Township, urging the public to avoid Woodview Terrace; nearby Marshall Elementary is on lockdown.

Pittsburgh man pleads guilty to lying on a form to illegally obtain a firearm, with sentencing set for April 2025.

An investigation is underway in Pittsburgh's Carrick neighborhood for incidents of voter suppression where individuals allegedly blocked a polling place entrance.

Jaysen Randall, 20, was fatally shot following an argument in Sheldon Park, Harrison Township. One person is in custody, with police investigating the incident.

Authorities responded to an explosion and fire at a Connellsville home, with possible injuries and a roof collapse. The cause and details are under investigation.

Thirteen individuals have been indicted for conspiring to distribute oxycodone, including a doctor diverting prescriptions. The charges involve lengthy prison terms and fines.

Ronald Steave was convicted of triple murder in Pittsburgh, crimes for which he'll be sentenced to life without parole instead of facing the death penalty.

A man in McKeesport was sentenced to 33 months in prison for illegal possession of a firearm and ammo, violating federal law prohibiting felons from such possession.

A Pittsburgh man, Lafon Ellis, pleads guilty to possessing illegal substances while in jail and faces up to 20 years in prison. His sentencing is scheduled for February 20, 2025.

A man from West Mifflin pleaded guilty to escaping from a reentry facility after not returning from temporary leave and faces up to five years in prison.

Christy Myers of Verona pleaded guilty to bank fraud in federal court, facing potential penalties including a 30-year prison sentence and a $1 million fine. Her sentencing is scheduled for March 11, 2025.