Kristen Powers

2 weeks ago | wtae.com | Kristen Powers

An investigation is underway into a human trafficking case, with two people being charged in connection to the disappearance of a 17-year-old from western Pennsylvania who was found in Ohio. Pittsburgh's Action News 4 spoke with the CEO of The Asservo Project, a local nonprofit working to combat global human trafficking, raise awareness and empower people with knowledge. "This is happening at an alarming rate," Joseph Sweeney said.

1 month ago | wtae.com | Kristen Powers

A section of I-376 (Parkway East) is reduced to one lane inbound this weekend.PennDOT says the restrictions for westbound traffic on I-376 between Exit 81 (Penn Hills) and Exit 79B (Churchill) are scheduled to remain in place through 5 a.m. Monday.Road crews are doing milling and paving work that was originally supposed to be completed last year, PennDOT said.If the work is finished early, PennDOT says the lane restrictions will be lifted.

1 month ago | wtae.com | Kristen Powers

Pittsburgh is preparing for marathon weekend with extensive safety measures to protect 45,000 runners and approximately 300,000 spectators. "It's always one of our big marquee events in the city," Pittsburgh Police Cmdr. Eric Baker said. Preparations for such events have evolved over the years, he said. "We have changed the way that we sort of prepare for these events, and it continues to evolve as the world changes," Baker said.

1 month ago | wtae.com | Kristen Powers

PNC will once again sponsor the Military Mile on the Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon course -- a tradition that has been part of the marathon for over a decade, dedicated to celebrating and recognizing all branches of military service. For Marine Corps veteran Dominic Moore, running through the Military Mile holds special significance, offering a moment to reflect on the ultimate sacrifices made by so many and to keep his father's legacy alive with every step.

2 months ago | wtae.com | Kristen Powers

CAMPUSES. CAMPUS RATHER. SUPPORTERS GATHERED FOR A RALLY ON CAMPUS TODAY IN AN EFFORT TO KEEP THE CAMPUS OPEN. NEW KENT IS ONE OF 12 BRANCH CAMPUSES TARGETED FOR POSSIBLE CLOSURE BECAUSE OF DECLINING ENROLLMENT AND FINANCES. A DECISION ON WHICH CAMPUSES WILL CLOSE IS EXPECTED IN JUST A FEW WEEKS. IT JUST CAN’T BE OVERSTATED HOW IMPORTANT THE BRANCH CAMPUSES ARE. I FEEL THEY SHOULD BE TOP PRIORITY, A HIGHER PRIORITY THAN EVEN MAIN CAMPUS BECAUSE AS WE ALL KNOW, EDUCATION IS THE GREAT EQUALIZER.