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Pittsburgh Weather: Stretch of sunshine and warmth continues on Thursday
Sunshine and temperatures in the upper 70s continue today.
Telehealth and online prescriptions: Choosing the best medicine and the best care
Online pharmacies are becoming a billion-dollar industry, but choosing the best medicine could be a challenge.
New legislation in front of Pittsburgh City Council would create a rental registry in the city
The legislation has been in the works since a mass shooting at a North Side AirBnB last Easter.
KDKA-TV Turkey Fund
The KDKA-TV Turkey Fund has provided holiday meals to more than a million families.
PJ McArdle Roadway closed for maintenance this weekend
Detours will be in place and pedestrians and cyclists will not be allowed.
15-year-old student killed in Dravosburg school van crash
The crash happened on Elizabeth Road and Third Street in Dravosburg.
What is xylazine? Animal tranquilizer a growing problem, officials say
Officials said that 70 percent of the heroin on the street has xylazine in it.
Pirates beat Cubs 13-7 behind Palacios' 3-run homer
Pirates RHP Johan Oviedo faces Cubs RHP Kyle Hendricks on Thursday in the series finale.
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Pittsburgh Weather: Stretch of sunshine and warmth continues on Thursday
Sunshine and temperatures in the upper 70s continue today.
KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (9/21)
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Pirates beat Cubs 13-7 behind Palacios' 3-run homer
Pirates RHP Johan Oviedo faces Cubs RHP Kyle Hendricks on Thursday in the series finale.
Watch: All Things Covered Podcast recaps Steelers vs. Browns
The All Things Covered Podcast, featuring BMac and Patrick Peterson, recaps this past week's NFL action.
17 Pittsburgh Riverhounds' matches will be televised on Pittsburgh's CW and streamed LIVE on KDKA.com
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC and Pittsburgh's CW have entered a partnership for the 2023 season
Canario's grand slam helps Cubs rout Pirates 14-1 to open half-game lead for last wild card
Rookie Alexander Canario hit a grand slam for his first major league home run in an eight-run eighth inning, and the Chicago Cubs ended a five-game losing streak with a 14-1 rout of the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Ward and Harrison among Steelers nominated for Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of '24
The list will be trimmed to 25 semifinalists in November and to 15 in January before the committee decides the official Class of 2024.
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Safely filling prescriptions online
The online pharmaceutical industry is a burgeoning business, but how can you make sure you're getting the right medication at the right price and safely? John Shumway went looking for those answers.
KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (9/21)
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Falicia Woody’s forecast!
City council working on rental registration requirement
The legislation would require rental property owners to register with the city.
PJ McArdle Roadway to close
This weekend, a busy road will be closed to all traffic.
KDKA-TV Nightly Forecast (9/20)
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast!
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Telehealth and online prescriptions: Choosing the best medicine and the best care
Online pharmacies are becoming a billion-dollar industry, but choosing the best medicine could be a challenge.
Protecting Your Data: What happens when you click 'I agree' online
Smartphones, smartwatches, the internet, and computers rule our lives, but at what cost?
Seasonal shots: What vaccines you should get and when you should get them
KDKA's John Shumway checked in with the Allegheny County Health Department for some guidance.
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On A Positive Note: 2nd Matt's Maker Space opens at Point Park University
A ribbon-cutting ceremony for Point Park University's second Matt's Maker Space means that there are now 40 of the colorful and vibrant STEM labs in our region.
On A Positive Note: Owners of Cruisin' Tikis Pittsburgh tie the knot on Allegheny River
The owners of the popular attraction Cruisin' Tikis Pittsburgh have tied the knot, saying their nautical nuptials on the very Tiki boat they brought to the 'Burgh.
On A Positive Note
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South Park woman without plumbing for 3 weeks despite paying for protection program
Mary Beth Rhodes says she can't keep living without working toilets or sinks.
Woman says her implanted medical device stopped working after going through PNC Park security system
It was supposed to be a day at the ballgame, but a woman from Maryland says it turned into a nightmare.
KDKA Investigates: With one-third of American kids unable to read at grade level, schools are returning to phonics
There's a crisis in reading, and scores across America are abysmal.
Sto-Rox School District to use armed security guards at schools
It's part of a growing trend of schools choosing private security over uniformed police officers.
CHIP glitch leaves some kids without insurance and parents with anxiety
A mother from Butler County says a snag with her son's health insurance couldn't have happened at a worse time.
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Pittsburgh Weather: Stretch of sunshine and warmth continues on Thursday
Sunshine and temperatures in the upper 70s continue today.
Telehealth and online prescriptions: Choosing the best medicine and the best care
Online pharmacies are becoming a billion-dollar industry, but choosing the best medicine could be a challenge.
New legislation in front of Pittsburgh City Council would create a rental registry in the city
The legislation has been in the works since a mass shooting at a North Side AirBnB last Easter.
KDKA-TV Turkey Fund
The KDKA-TV Turkey Fund has provided holiday meals to more than a million families.
PJ McArdle Roadway closed for maintenance this weekend
Detours will be in place and pedestrians and cyclists will not be allowed.
Politics
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Pennsylvania's Senate wants an earlier 2024 presidential primary
Pennsylvania's state Senate wants to move up the state's 2024 primary election by five weeks to March 19.
Go 'Around The Table' with Stacy Smith
Stream Around The Table segments here on CBS News Pittsburgh.
Lindsay Powell wins local special election, maintaining Democratic control of state House
This region has a new state representative, and the election of Democrat Lindsay Powell means the Democrats will continue to control the state House of Representatives.
Pennsylvania state government will prepare to start using A.I. in its operations
Among state policymakers nationwide, A.I. is a growing area of concern.
Senate Republicans urge Schumer to enforce more formal dress code
The change to lift the dress code has stirred up controversy over Pennsylvania U.S. Sen. John Fetterman's attire.
Consumer News
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Telehealth and online prescriptions: Choosing the best medicine and the best care
Online pharmacies are becoming a billion-dollar industry, but choosing the best medicine could be a challenge.
Latest Product Recall Information
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Protecting Your Data: What happens when you click 'I agree' online
Smartphones, smartwatches, the internet, and computers rule our lives, but at what cost?
'Pretty limited in the near term' UAW strike and the impact on the Pittsburgh region
With UAW workers on strike, could it hit our region?
Sheetz opens 700th store
Altoona-based Sheetz opened its 700th store this week.
Pittsburgh Today Live
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Mini golf coming to Mellon Square
Hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield are getting the details on Mulligan's in Mellon Square from Jack Dougherty of Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership.
Party On The Mount promises to be Pittsburgh's block party
Hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield are getting a preview of the 5th annual Party on the Mount from organizers.
Finding a little bit of France in Pittsburgh
PTL's Boaz Frankel is helping us find a little bit of France right here in Pittsburgh. He visits Chantal's Cheese Shop and Madeleine Bakery and Bistro.
Cooking with Rania: Back in the PTL kitchen
She's back! Hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield welcome Rania Harris back to the PTL kitchen and KDKA studio. She's got a Greek recipe you're sure to love - Kopanisti.
Get Outta Town: Julia's Bed & Breakfast in Hubbard, Ohio
PTL's Katie O'Malley heads to Hubbard, Ohio, to visit Julia's Bed & Breakfast. It's a great place for a weekend fall getaway.
KDKA Investigations
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South Park woman without plumbing for 3 weeks despite paying for protection program
Mary Beth Rhodes says she can't keep living without working toilets or sinks.
Woman says her implanted medical device stopped working after going through PNC Park security system
It was supposed to be a day at the ballgame, but a woman from Maryland says it turned into a nightmare.
KDKA Investigates: With one-third of American kids unable to read at grade level, schools are returning to phonics
There's a crisis in reading, and scores across America are abysmal.
Sto-Rox School District to use armed security guards at schools
It's part of a growing trend of schools choosing private security over uniformed police officers.
CHIP glitch leaves some kids without insurance and parents with anxiety
A mother from Butler County says a snag with her son's health insurance couldn't have happened at a worse time.
Health
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Telehealth and online prescriptions: Choosing the best medicine and the best care
Online pharmacies are becoming a billion-dollar industry, but choosing the best medicine could be a challenge.
2 die from xylazine overdoses in Beaver County, prompting warning from DA
The Beaver County district attorney is warning about the animal tranquilizer xylazine after he said two people fatally overdosed on the drug.
Protecting Your Data: What happens when you click 'I agree' online
Smartphones, smartwatches, the internet, and computers rule our lives, but at what cost?
FDA declines approval bid for Neffy, a needle-free EpiPen alternative
ASR Pharma said it was surprised and "deeply disappointed" by the FDA request for more trial data on its Neffy nasal spray for severe allergic reactions.
Pittsburgh first responders expect fentanyl when responding to overdoses, EMS chief says
Fentanyl is killing Americans at an alarming rate.
Sports
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Pirates beat Cubs 13-7 behind Palacios' 3-run homer
Pirates RHP Johan Oviedo faces Cubs RHP Kyle Hendricks on Thursday in the series finale.
Watch: All Things Covered Podcast recaps Steelers vs. Browns
The All Things Covered Podcast, featuring BMac and Patrick Peterson, recaps this past week's NFL action.
17 Pittsburgh Riverhounds' matches will be televised on Pittsburgh's CW and streamed LIVE on KDKA.com
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC and Pittsburgh's CW have entered a partnership for the 2023 season
Canario's grand slam helps Cubs rout Pirates 14-1 to open half-game lead for last wild card
Rookie Alexander Canario hit a grand slam for his first major league home run in an eight-run eighth inning, and the Chicago Cubs ended a five-game losing streak with a 14-1 rout of the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Ward and Harrison among Steelers nominated for Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of '24
The list will be trimmed to 25 semifinalists in November and to 15 in January before the committee decides the official Class of 2024.
Business News
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Amazon hiring 250,000 employees ahead of holiday season, including thousands in Pennsylvania
Amazon is looking to hire 250,000 employees throughout the U.S. ahead of the holiday season, with thousands of positions to fill in Pennsylvania.
3 former Columbus Zoo executives indicted in $2.2M corruption scheme
Three former Columbus Zoo and Aquarium executives engaged in a pattern of corrupt activity that cost the facility more than $2.2 million.
A railroad worker was crushed to death in Ohio by a remote-controlled train. Unions have concerns
Railroad unions are calling for a review after a worker was crushed to death between two cars over the weekend by a remote-controlled train in a CSX railyard in Ohio.
'Pretty limited in the near term' UAW strike and the impact on the Pittsburgh region
With UAW workers on strike, could it hit our region?
US casinos have their best July ever, winning nearly $5.4B from gamblers
Commercial casinos in the U.S. had their best July ever this year, winning nearly $5.4 billion from gamblers, according to a national gambling industry group.
Entertainment
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12-foot-tall puppet parades through Downtown Pittsburgh to raise awareness of refugee children
"Little Amal," a 12-foot-tall puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian refugee, paraded through Downtown Pittsburgh on Wednesday.
Kane Brown coming to Pittsburgh next year
Country music star Kane Brown is coming to Pittsburgh.
Michael Keaton returns to Pittsburgh, attends Pirates, Steelers games
The Pittsburgh native was seen on the sidelines of Acrisure Stadium before Monday night's Steelers game.
Dogtoberfest event coming to Kennywood
It's Dogtoberfest at Kennywood.
Billy Miller, "The Young and the Restless" actor, dies at 43
Miller died on Friday, Sept. 15, in Austin, Texas, just two days before what would have been his 44th birthday.
Latest Videos
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Safely filling prescriptions online
The online pharmaceutical industry is a burgeoning business, but how can you make sure you're getting the right medication at the right price and safely? John Shumway went looking for those answers.
KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (9/21)
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Falicia Woody’s forecast!
City council working on rental registration requirement
The legislation would require rental property owners to register with the city.
PJ McArdle Roadway to close
This weekend, a busy road will be closed to all traffic.
KDKA-TV Nightly Forecast (9/20)
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast!
Latest Galleries
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Law enforcement converge in Garfield as 'active shooting situation' unfolds
Pittsburgh police evacuated part of a neighborhood in Garfield as law enforcement and SWAT teams converged on the area due to a dangerous "active shooting situation" on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023.
PHOTOS: Five people killed in Plum house explosion
Other homes were destroyed and several people were injured in the explosion in the Rustic Ridge Estates section of Plum.
Guess Who? Go back to school with the KDKA Team
We've collected the class pictures of our KDKA team. Can you guess who's who from these photos?
Jury recommends death penalty in Pittsburgh synagogue shooting trial
The jury has recommended the death penalty for Robert Bowers, the gunman convicted of shooting and killing 11 worshippers in a Pittsburgh synagogue. The trial has been ongoing since the spring.
Canadian wildfire smoke blankets Pittsburgh skyline in thick haze
Skies across the Pittsburgh area are blanketed by smoke from Canadian wildfires. A Code Red air quality alert was issued June 28, 2023, by the Department of Environmental Protection for several Pennsylvania counties. Here's a look at the skyline.
