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Train derailment causes massive fire in East Palestine, Ohio
Crews remain at the scene of a massive fire caused by a train derailment in Ohio.
Juvenile shot in Pittsburgh's Knoxville neighborhood
Officers located a juvenile male with a gunshot wound to his hand just before 6:30 p.m. Saturday.
Suspect in deadly Christmas Eve collision turns himself in
As a result of the crash, two women were taken to the hospital for injuries, where one later died.
Pittsburgh Weather: Warm-up continues into next week
After starting Saturday with single-digit lows and sub-zero wind chills, temperatures have warmed into the 30s, and we're not stopping there!
Residents jolted after massive fire, train derailment
"They are rattled. That's the best word. People are not sure when they can get home."
Mars Area High School retires David Bednar's No. 24 jersey
"I'm so proud of this high school, so proud to be from Pittsburgh, and I try to do my best to represent the area as well as I can."
Suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down off South Carolina coast
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said President Biden authorized the operation to shoot down the balloon.
Hey Ray: The Rising Chain Experiment
In physics, sometimes, the reaction you get is not the reaction you expected. Meteorologist Ray Petelin explains with a cool experiment.
KDKA Links: Jan. 30-Feb. 5
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Black History Month
Black History Month: Freedom House Ambulance
Out of racial inequality came life-saving innovation with the birth of Freedom House Ambulance Service, the nation's first emergency medical transport service.
Black History Month: Freedom House Ambulance
Out of racial inequality came life-saving innovation with the birth of Freedom House Ambulance Service, the nation's first emergency medical transport service.
Black History Month: The life and work of Teenie Harris
PTL's Mikey Hood visits the Carnegie Museum of Art to get a look inside the exhibit featuring the life and work of legendary Pittsburgh photographer Teenie Harris.
First Alert Weather
Pittsburgh Weather: Warm-up continues into next week
After starting Saturday with single-digit lows and sub-zero wind chills, temperatures have warmed into the 30s, and we're not stopping there!
KDKA-TV Weekend Forecast (2/4)
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Kristin Emery's forecast!
Meet the KDKA First Alert Weather Team
The KDKA First Alert Weather Team brings you the latest forecasts and weather information to keep you and your family safe and informed.
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The Weather Watcher Network is a way for you to join the KDKA Weather Team. By sharing your weather observations, photos, and storm reports you will help us monitor weather conditions neighborhood by neighborhood, as it happens.
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Mars Area High School retires David Bednar's No. 24 jersey
"I'm so proud of this high school, so proud to be from Pittsburgh, and I try to do my best to represent the area as well as I can."
Menacing charge against Bengals' Joe Mixon is dismissed
Joe Mixon faces a misdemeanor charge of aggravated menacing, according to the documents.
Pitt continues spell-binding ways, downs North Carolina
Pitt continued its recent bedevilment of North Carolina, beating the Tar Heels 65-64 on Wednesday night.
Sidney Thornton, former Pittsburgh Steelers running back, dies at 68
Former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Sidney Thornton has died.
Tom Brady announces retirement 'for good' from NFL
Tom Brady announced on Wednesday that he is retiring from the NFL – again.
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NTSB Provides Update On East Palestine Train Derailment
NTSB Provides Update On East Palestine Train Derailment
Suspect in deadly Christmas Eve collision turns himself in
Allegheny County police said the man wanted in connection with a deadly collision in Sewickley Heights turned himself in on Saturday.
Local groups host solidarity rally in support of California mass shooting victims
A solidarity rally was held in Homewood Saturday afternoon in support of the family and friends of the victims of the recent Lunar New Year mass shooting in California.
KDKA-TV Weekend Forecast (2/4)
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Kristin Emery's forecast!
7:00 p.m. Update: NTSB investigating East Palestine train derailment
KDKA's Lauren Linder was live at the scene of the East Palestine train derailment, where NTSB officials are now investigating the incident.
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Your Next Click: New seasons and new shows premiere this weekend
It's going to be a cold weekend, so grab a blanket, hit the couch, and binge these shows!
State of the Strip District: Pittsburgh iconic neighborhood undergoing historic transformation
The sidewalks used to roll up once 5 p.m. came but now, it's being revitalized.
Weekend Planner: Hollywood Nights, I Made It! Market, Moraine Winterfest
It may be chilly this weekend, but there are tons of things to do inside and outside to keep you busy!
KDKA Investigations
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Sources: Gainey to announce plan tripling police presence Downtown
Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey is set to unveil a plan to triple the police presence when those problems are most evident.
KDKA Investigates: Real estate corporations buying single-family homes to turn into rentals
Several national real estate corporations have been buying hundreds of single-family homes in the Pittsburgh region, turning them into rentals.
KDKA Investigates: Pandemic nearly doubled defendants waiting for trials in Allegheny County
They say justice delayed is justice denied.
4 years later, 420 Boulevard of the Allies is still not open for business
But $40 million and four years later, 420 Boulevard of the Allies is still not renovated or open for business.
KDKA Investigates: Business leaders trying to reverse course after 'Pittsburgh pause'
KDKA's Andy Sheehan spoke to business leaders in Pittsburgh on the city trying to bounce back after the "Pittsburgh pause."
Latest News
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Train derailment causes massive fire in East Palestine, Ohio
Crews remain at the scene of a massive fire caused by a train derailment in Ohio.
Juvenile shot in Pittsburgh's Knoxville neighborhood
Officers located a juvenile male with a gunshot wound to his hand just before 6:30 p.m. Saturday.
Suspect in deadly Christmas Eve collision turns himself in
As a result of the crash, two women were taken to the hospital for injuries, where one later died.
Pittsburgh Weather: Warm-up continues into next week
After starting Saturday with single-digit lows and sub-zero wind chills, temperatures have warmed into the 30s, and we're not stopping there!
Residents jolted after massive fire, train derailment
"They are rattled. That's the best word. People are not sure when they can get home."
Politics
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West Virginia House passes gender-affirming treatment ban
The legislation passed 84-10, with all 'no' votes coming from the body's shrinking delegation of Democrats.
Go 'Around The Table' with Stacy Smith
Stream Around The Table segments here on CBS News Pittsburgh.
Special election next week to fill open state House seat in 34th District
Next Tuesday is Election Day for about 200,000 people in Allegheny County.
Special election next week to fill open state House seat in 34th District
Next Tuesday is Election Day for about 200,000 people in Allegheny County.
Tesla's Model Y, other EVs now qualify for $7,500 tax credit
Government's new classification of cars that qualify for the generous tax credit is a win for Tesla and other automakers.
Consumer News
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Consumer News
I Made It! Mine Market coming to The Block Northway for Valentine's Day event
We're chatting with Carrie Nardini, the director of I Made It! Market, about the upcoming Valentine's Day market event at The Block Northway.
W2 Wednesday: Tax tips to get you the maximum refund
We've reached tax season with W2s going out today, so what do you need to know now that the filling time has come?
Ford recalls SUVs due to backup camera problem
Ford is recalling nearly 383,000 SUVs in the U.S. because the touch screens may not display a camera image when backing up.
Pennsylvania 'on high alert' for bird flu as egg prices drop
The year-long avian flu outbreak has surprised many experts in its duration and intensity.
Shopping for savings: Making sure your stomach stays full without emptying your wallet
With high prices, what can you stock up on and save?
Pittsburgh Today Live
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Pittsburgh Today Live
That's a Wrap: Feb. 3, 2023
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
Keeping up with you 2023 tech goals
PTL's Daisy Jade talks with tech expert Andy Choi about the hottest tech gadgets of 2023.
PTL Pupdate: One week till Donny goes to professional training
We're looking back at our PTL pups before Donny and the rest head off to professional training at Canine Companions.
Author, writer, illustrator Mo Willems opens new exhibit at Children's Museum
PTL's Celina Pompeani-Mathison visits the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh to meet author, writer, illustrator and voice actor extraordinaire Mo Willems, who has a new exhibit, Opposites Abstract, opening!
Black History Month: Freedom House Ambulance
Out of racial inequality came life-saving innovation with the birth of Freedom House Ambulance Service, the nation's first emergency medical transport service.
KDKA Investigations
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Sources: Gainey to announce plan tripling police presence Downtown
Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey is set to unveil a plan to triple the police presence when those problems are most evident.
KDKA Investigates: Real estate corporations buying single-family homes to turn into rentals
Several national real estate corporations have been buying hundreds of single-family homes in the Pittsburgh region, turning them into rentals.
KDKA Investigates: Pandemic nearly doubled defendants waiting for trials in Allegheny County
They say justice delayed is justice denied.
4 years later, 420 Boulevard of the Allies is still not open for business
But $40 million and four years later, 420 Boulevard of the Allies is still not renovated or open for business.
KDKA Investigates: Business leaders trying to reverse course after 'Pittsburgh pause'
KDKA's Andy Sheehan spoke to business leaders in Pittsburgh on the city trying to bounce back after the "Pittsburgh pause."
Health
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Conagra Brands recalls nearly 2.6 million pounds of canned meat and poultry
So far, no consumers have reported any illnesses as a result of the possible contamination.
GoodRx shared consumer health data with Facebook, Google, FTC says
FTC is fining GoodRx for alleged unauthorized disclosures of consumers' personal health info to Facebook, Google, others.
CDC tells consumers to stop using EzriCare Artificial Tears
Disease researchers are probing infections in dozens of patients in 11 states and one death linked to the use of artificial tears brand.
Damar Hamlin teams up with American Heart Association to promote learning of CPR
As the calendar turns to February and American Heart Month kicks off, Damar Hamlin is teaming up with the American Heart Association to help spread CPR awareness and help give back.
How to beat the wintertime blues
There are several ways to combat gloominess during the winter months.
Sports
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Mars Area High School retires David Bednar's No. 24 jersey
"I'm so proud of this high school, so proud to be from Pittsburgh, and I try to do my best to represent the area as well as I can."
Menacing charge against Bengals' Joe Mixon is dismissed
Joe Mixon faces a misdemeanor charge of aggravated menacing, according to the documents.
Pitt continues spell-binding ways, downs North Carolina
Pitt continued its recent bedevilment of North Carolina, beating the Tar Heels 65-64 on Wednesday night.
Sidney Thornton, former Pittsburgh Steelers running back, dies at 68
Former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Sidney Thornton has died.
Tom Brady announces retirement 'for good' from NFL
Tom Brady announced on Wednesday that he is retiring from the NFL – again.
Business News
More Business News
How to protect your job amid a surge in AI-assisted layoff decisions in the workplace
2023 is shaping up to be a rough year for employment in some areas, with layoffs in big tech companies like Google, Microsoft, and IBM making headlines.
Allegheny County Health Department reminds fish fry organizers to apply for their food permit
It won't be long until local churches, fire departments and other organizations start frying up some fish.
Wage Theft: Workers in Pennsylvania face uphill battle trying to get money they are owed
Every year, working people across the country are victims of wage theft to the tune of billions of dollars.
Google axes 12,000 jobs, layoffs spread across tech sector
Google is laying off 12,000 workers, or about 6% of its workforce, becoming the latest tech company to trim staff as the economic boom that the industry rode during the COVID-19 pandemic ebbs.
Party City files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Party City has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after struggling with rising prices and a pullback in customer spending.
Entertainment
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2023 Grammys: How to watch Beyoncé vs. Adele, Bad Bunny and more
Beyoncé and Adele will once again contend for top honors, while Lizzo and Harry Styles return and Bad Bunny makes history.
Your Next Click: New seasons and new shows premiere this weekend
It's going to be a cold weekend, so grab a blanket, hit the couch, and binge these shows!
Missy Elliott, Cyndi Lauper, Sheryl Crow among new Rock Hall of Fame nominees
Over half of this year's potential inductees are nominated for the first time, including Elliott, Lauper, Crow, Willie Nelson and more.
Retired Philadelphia teacher has 1st gallery exhibit at age 80
Adrean Bailey was a teacher with the School District of Philadelphia for 32 years. When she retired, she found pottery and fell in love with it.
Ozzy Osbourne is retiring from touring, saying he's "not physically capable"
Osbourne said he never imagined his "touring days would have ended this way."
Latest Videos
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NTSB Provides Update On East Palestine Train Derailment
NTSB Provides Update On East Palestine Train Derailment
Suspect in deadly Christmas Eve collision turns himself in
Allegheny County police said the man wanted in connection with a deadly collision in Sewickley Heights turned himself in on Saturday.
Local groups host solidarity rally in support of California mass shooting victims
A solidarity rally was held in Homewood Saturday afternoon in support of the family and friends of the victims of the recent Lunar New Year mass shooting in California.
KDKA-TV Weekend Forecast (2/4)
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Kristin Emery's forecast!
7:00 p.m. Update: NTSB investigating East Palestine train derailment
KDKA's Lauren Linder was live at the scene of the East Palestine train derailment, where NTSB officials are now investigating the incident.
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Train derailment causes massive fire in East Palestine, Ohio
A train derailment caused a massive fire caused in East Palestine, Ohio on Feb. 3, 2023.
Sights of the Season: The ups and downs of the 2022 Pittsburgh Steelers
The Steelers started out with a 2-6 record before going 7-2 down the stretch to finish 9-8, just missing out on making the playoffs.
Beloved Brackenridge Police Chief Justin McIntire laid to rest
Hundreds of law enforcement officials attended the funeral for Brackenridge Police Chief Justin McIntire at Mt. St. Peter Roman Catholic Church in New Kensington on Jan. 11, 2023.
PHOTOS: Steelers miss postseason, but beat Browns and finish season with 9-8 record
The Steelers have now won 19 straight regular season home games against Cleveland.
PHOTOS: Steelers come up short in AFC North rivalry loss to Baltimore
The Ravens came to town and went home with a 16-14 win over the Steelers.
