A severe storm caused power outages for over 50,000 residents in Western Pennsylvania, with efforts to restore electricity ongoing amidst continued wind advisories.

Police investigate a shooting in Clairton, with no injuries reported. The incident occurred near a gas station and auto body shop. Authorities are seeking information.

Brief respite from rain in Pittsburgh before new system brings additional showers and colder conditions later in the week. Wind advisory ends, but short-term forecasts predict snow and below-normal temperatures from Thursday.

Golfer Scottie Scheffler sustained a hand injury from broken glass while preparing Christmas dinner, requiring surgery and a 3-4 week recovery, affecting his participation in upcoming tournaments.

A man, 18, was shot in the leg in Pittsburgh's East Liberty. Police, alerted by ShotSpotter, found him stable. Details on suspects or motives are unclear.

Pittsburgh is preparing for strong winds and possible severe weather today, with wind advisories in place and unseasonably warm temperatures that may lead to storms.

A homicide investigation is underway after Andre Wallace, 45, was found dead with a gunshot wound to the head in Shaler's woodlands, prompting Allegheny County Police to seek information.

Two small dogs were discovered taped up inside boxes near a White Oak Giant Eagle and are now in the care of a local rescue, White Oak Animal Safe Haven.

A man suffered severe burns and two others inhaled smoke from a fire in a New Castle apartment building; the cause of the fire is under investigation.

A fire in Pittsburgh's East Hills killed a 2-year-old and left another child critical. Emergency crews rescued three people from the apartment. The cause is under investigation, with a space heater as a possible source.

The National Weather Service predicts persistent rain in Pittsburgh, with warm temperatures before a cooldown next week, advising protection for outdoor inflatables against gusty winds.

A body was found in the woods of Shaler Township, spurring an ongoing investigation by local and county police to determine the identity and cause of death.

The U.S. State Department has designated Marc Fogel, imprisoned in Russia for carrying medical marijuana, as "wrongfully detained," signaling increased efforts towards his release.