A 2-year-old girl died from suspected abuse in Uniontown. Emmanuel Dennis has been charged with her homicide and related crimes. The investigation is ongoing, pending autopsy results.

Adelin Hernandez Amparo from the Dominican Republic sentenced to 41 months for cocaine distribution conspiracy, with a subsequent two-year supervised release.

A residential fire in Ross Township resulted in multiple fire departments responding early Tuesday, with one dog deceased and a firefighter temporarily in danger but safe. The Red Cross is assisting, and the cause is under investigation.

An overhead power line fell onto a PRT rail car in Pittsburgh, causing a fire and evacuating 25 passengers. No injuries reported and service resumed by midday after road and transit disruptions.

An arrest warrant has been issued for William Hercules, suspected of an attempted rape and assault that resulted in a woman's broken back and pelvis in Pittsburgh.

An Aliquippa man pleaded guilty to drug trafficking, involving cocaine and fentanyl, and faces a sentencing with a potential life sentence and $10 million in fines.

Pittsburgh Police investigated a stabbing near Mellon Park where three men were injured, two critically. The incident occurred early in the morning and detectives are examining a related vehicle.

Pittsburgh is experiencing unseasonably warm weather due to the Eastern CONUS ridge, with temperatures set to remain high through Wednesday morning according to the National Weather Service.

A Hempfield man is charged with solicitation and stalking of a 13-year-old at a bus stop, amid incidents of giving her money and making sexual remarks. The school moved the bus stop for her safety.

A SWAT standoff ended peacefully in Pittsburgh's East Liberty with the arrest of an armed woman with a warrant. Nearby residents were evacuated and a pit bull was found in her apartment.

Allegheny County announces an "I Voted" sticker contest for high school students to design a nonpartisan sticker, with submissions due by December 20, 2024, and requires parental consent for minors.

Franklin Donley has been charged with animal cruelty in Pennsylvania after four injured puppies were found in a trash can, with one deceased. The surviving pups are receiving veterinary care.

Allegheny County DHS announces winter initiatives for the homeless, including 105 extra beds, extended shelter hours, and a new shelter due to open by December 11, plus campaigns for sustainable housing and essential winter item donations.