PLUM BOROUGH (KDKA) – A woman who shot a man several times at a home on Emerald Drive in Plum on Wednesday night has been taken into custody. Police say Crystal Veasey is responsible for shooting the man several times in the chest, shoulder, and hand. Photo Credit: Allegheny County They believe it happened because of a domestic incident and it left the man in the hospital in critical condition. While the shooting was not caught on camera, Ring Doorbell footage showed the victim in the middle of the road calling for help. The home on Emerald Drive isn’t the only possible investigation scene ..read more

PLUM BOROUGH (KDKA) – The search is underway for a woman who shot a man several times at a home on Emerald Drive in Plum on Wednesday night. Police say Crystal Veasey is responsible for shooting the man several times in the chest, shoulder, and hand. They believe it happened because of a domestic incident and it left the man in the hospital in critical condition. While the shooting was not caught on camera, Ring Doorbell footage showed the victim in the middle of the road calling for help. The home on Emerald Drive isn’t the only possible investigation scene, in this case, they are also lookin ..read more

By: KDKA-TV News Staff PLUM BOROUGH (KDKA) – The Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh has made the announcement that Holy Family Catholic School in Plum is switching to remote learning today. The switch is happening due to staffing issues related to COVID-19. Students will return to the classroom following the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday on Tuesday. “We continue to be grateful to the staff, students, and families who are responding to these emergencies with grace and a dedication to continued learning. The health of our school community is our highest priority, and we will continue to do what is ..read more

By: KDKA-TV News Staff PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Police are investigating a shooting in Plum. #HAPPENINGNOW: Plum Borough police are investigating after one person was shot on Emerald Drive. Investigators tell me they are looking for a woman that they believe is involved. The victim was taken to a local hospital. His condition is unknown. @KDKA pic.twitter.com/Dv3OQw0dIw — Erika Stanish (@Erika_Stanish) January 13, 2022 Police say one person was shot Wednesday night on Emerald Drive. (Photo Credit: Bryce Lutz/KDKA) Investigators say they are looking for a woman who they believe was involved. Pol ..read more

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A major shift in one local school district takes effect today. Masks are now optional within the Plum School District. This move has some parents concerned because of the COVID-19 spread that we’re seeing among adults and children. In a letter recently sent to families, the district says while they’re aware the virus will include challenges, they will no longer allow it to be the preeminent factor in their students educational experience. District leaders say the Omicron variant of COVID-19 is a challenge that will have to be overcome. According to information on the distri ..read more

By: KDKA-TV News Staff PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Possible transportation trouble is brewing in the Plum Borough School District. The district says it can no longer guarantee bus service for its students. Like many others, the district is going through a bus driver shortage. District leaders detailed the struggle in a letter sent to parents on Friday. Officials say that starting Monday, if transportation on a bus route can’t be provided, parents will be notified by 6:00 a.m ..read more

By: KDKA-TV News Staff PLUM BOROUGH (KDKA) – “How ya doing, keep it moving.” Despite being a constant refrain from Pat McAfee on his daily radio show, today we just cannot do that. McAfee, the Pittsburgh native, and former Indianapolis Colts punter gave back to his hometown on Thursday, donating $2 million to Plum Athletics. WATCH: “Living Room Sports” With Pat McAfee During his time at Plum, he was a three-sport athlete, playing football, volleyball, and soccer. From there, McAfee went on to play as a kicker at West Virginia from 2005-2008. “I am so lucky I grew up in Plum,” McAfee said on KD ..read more

By: KDKA-TV News Staff PLUM BOROUGH (KDKA) – A Plum woman was given a brand new roof for free on Tuesday for both her good deeds and a company’s anniversary. Thanks to Schultheis Brothers, the woman had her roof replaced as part of the company’s 75th anniversary. Schultheis Brothers held a contest, calling on people to write in and explain why they deserved to get their roof replaced for free. Payton McCune was one of the selected winners for what she did for the community when schools were shut down during the pandemic. She provided well over 1,000 free lunches to kids while they were out of ..read more

By: KDKA-TV News Staff PLUM BOROUGH (KDKA) – A nearly year-long drug investigation ended with an arrest, illegal substances, and thousands of dollars in cash. Police raided two homes in Plum Borough on Tuesday. They found meth, heroin, and cocaine along with eight guns, ammunition, and $30,000 in cash. One man, Solomon Givens, was taken into custody as a result of the raid and investigation. According to police, they had been surveilling Givens for 11 months ..read more

By: KDKA-TV News Staff PLUM BOROUGH (KDKA) – A former Plum Borough police officer is facing charges after a reported conflict with a neighbor. The former officer and his neighbor were arguing and the former officer allegedly ended up pulling out a gun and shooting at the ground. According to court documents, Dennis Daugherty and his neighbor were arguing over lawn-mowing and then Daugherty fired two shots into the ground. Daugherty is facing charges including assault ..read more