Pittsburgh Police warn of a scammer impersonating a lieutenant to swindle money by falsely claiming recipients have an active warrant and must pay to clear it. They remind the public they never handle warrants or request money over the phone.

A cement truck tipped over in Pittsburgh's Hazelwood after a crash, injuring one person. The incident disrupted early traffic and required a crane for recovery.

The "Six Figure Boys," a criminal group in Pittsburgh, face charges for retail theft and firearms trafficking after a thorough investigation by law enforcement and the Attorney General's Organized Crime Section.

The Pittsburgh Police reported a landslide on Brereton Street in Polish Hill due to a broken water main; no injuries occurred and the busway below was affected.

Pittsburgh is set for a mostly dry and warm day with clear skies, as high pressure moves south. Minimal rain chances exist for Saturday, with a possibility of rain showers and thunderstorms returning late Saturday night into Sunday.

Pittsburgh's 311 Response Center is undergoing improvements to enhance constituent services, becoming part of the new Office of Neighborhood Services for more efficient problem resolution and customer satisfaction.

Pittsburgh celebrates George B. Vashon's 200th birthday, honoring the African American civil rights advocate with a public event featuring speeches and interactive exhibits.

Allegheny County's Executive Sara Innamorato signs an order to protect legal reproductive and gender-affirming healthcare after SCOTUS's Roe vs. Wade decision.

A former Pittsburgh building inspector, Walter Eiseman, was sentenced to 18 months probation and home confinement for accepting bribes from a developer. He must forfeit $1,375 and pay a $1,500 fine for his actions.

Allegheny County announces the closure of all county offices for Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples Day, with normal hours resuming the following day. Golf courses remain open.

Michael Dominick pleaded guilty to mail fraud involving the theft of over $1 million from the Ambridge Water Authority and faces sentencing in February 2025.

Pittsburgh faces early frost with advisories in effect and a Freeze Watch for Tucker and Preston counties. Sunny days ahead are followed by rain chances starting Saturday night and potential snowflakes early next week.

Plans to make Pittsburgh's Market Square a pedestrian zone are cancelled due to local business owners' concerns about accessibility for deliveries and operations.