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Pa. Dept. of Human Services warns SNAP recipients of scam texts
The text message claimed the person was "approved for $1,000."
Demand for Sept. 1 student loan payments sent in error
The pause on student loan payments is set to expire at the end of the month.
'Your Car's Extended Warranty:' Lawsuit in Ohio links robocalls to two individuals
You've no doubt gotten the call but a new lawsuit in Ohio has tracked it to just California telemarket offenders.
Pittsburgh woman severely injured by shark bite at Myrtle Beach
A Pittsburgh woman is recovering after being bit by a shark while visiting Myrtle Beach.
Latrobe hosting annual Great American Banana Split Celebration
Latrobe: the original home of the banana split!
Pittsburgh Weather: A sunny Friday leads into a potentially wet weekend
Today will be sunny and warm but we could be in for a weekend of rain.
What you should do if your child is showing COVID-19 symptoms
For parents, it can be challenging to make sure the kids are healthy when they head back to school -- but if they do develop symptoms like a runny nose or slight cough, do you keep them home?
National Aviary celebrates the birthdays of their sloths, Viven and Wookiee
Some lucky visitors were part of the birthday celebrations!
Westmoreland County Park Police investigating two smash-and-grab thefts
Several cars were broken into in the two parks.
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Back To School: The before school and after school meals
It's a struggle getting a child to eat breakfast, but we've got some creative ways to make sure they're well-fed!
Back To School: Breakfast and after school snacks
Getting your child to eat before going to school is a struggle and they always come home hungry...that's why John Shumway is back with Amanda Mushro about how you can make sure your child has a full stomach before they leave for the school day.
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?
First Alert Weather
Pittsburgh Weather: A sunny Friday leads into a potentially wet weekend
Today will be sunny and warm but we could be in for a weekend of rain.
KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (8/19)
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Falicia Woody’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.
Be a KDKA Weather Watcher
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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Reynolds hits 2 HR's as Pirates end 6-game losing streak
Bryan Reynolds hit two home runs, JT Brubaker pitched seven shutout innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped a six-game losing streak, beating the Boston Red Sox 8-2 Thursday night.
Penguins promote Todd Reirden to associate coach
The Penguins promoted Todd Reirden to associate coach.
Browns QB Deshaun Watson settles for 11-game suspension, $5M fine
Deshaun Watson has reached a settlement with the NFL and will serve an 11-game suspension.
Thomas Jefferson players continue tradition of dyed blonde hair for camp
A long-standing tradition for the Thomas Jefferson Jaguars football team is back for another season.
Arroyo, Verdugo, Hill lead Red Sox over skidding Pirates 8-3
Christian Arroyo had three hits and three RBIs, Alex Verdugo reached base five times and 42-year-old Rich Hill won for the first time in nearly two months as the Boston Red Sox beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-3 on Wednesday night.
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That's A Wrap: Aug. 19, 2022
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
Coming up on PTL!
Coming up on PTL! (8/19)
Enter our Jason Aldean concert ticket giveaway
Enter our Jason Aldean concert ticket giveaway!
PTL Pupdate: Donny goes to the beach
Canine Companions puppy raiser John Sabo stops by with Donny! They just got back from the beach!
What's new with the Steel City Arts Foundation
Comedian Steve Hofstetter, the chairman of Steel City Arts Foundation, stops by to talk about what's new with his comedy center.
Featured On Your Day Pittsburgh
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Back To School: The before school and after school meals
It's a struggle getting a child to eat breakfast, but we've got some creative ways to make sure they're well-fed!
Back To School: How bus drivers are keeping the roads and students safe
School buses hit the road this week, so staying safe is paramount for drivers, students, and pedestrians.
Back To School: Packing a healthy lunch on a dime
There are plenty of ways to pack a healthy, affordable, and delicious lunch for your child.
KDKA Investigations
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Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
In 10 months as Washington County DA, Jason Walsh seeks death penalty against 8
Seeking the death penalty will come at considerable costs to Washington County's taxpayers.
City says affordable housing is one way to help people experiencing homelessness
What is being done to help people experiencing homelessness in the city of Pittsburgh?
KDKA Investigates: Helping people experiencing homelessness in Pittsburgh
Homelessness is on the rise in our region, up 21 percent in Allegheny County from last year.
Developers say cracker plant in Beaver County will be economic boost needed for region
Shell's cracker plant in Beaver County is finally set to open later this summer.
Latest News
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Pa. Dept. of Human Services warns SNAP recipients of scam texts
The text message claimed the person was "approved for $1,000."
Demand for Sept. 1 student loan payments sent in error
The pause on student loan payments is set to expire at the end of the month.
'Your Car's Extended Warranty:' Lawsuit in Ohio links robocalls to two individuals
You've no doubt gotten the call but a new lawsuit in Ohio has tracked it to just California telemarket offenders.
Pittsburgh woman severely injured by shark bite at Myrtle Beach
A Pittsburgh woman is recovering after being bit by a shark while visiting Myrtle Beach.
Latrobe hosting annual Great American Banana Split Celebration
Latrobe: the original home of the banana split!
Politics
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Demand for Sept. 1 student loan payments sent in error
The pause on student loan payments is set to expire at the end of the month.
Former Trump Org. exec pleads guilty to fraud, agrees to testify against company
Weisselberg's deal with prosecutors calls for a sentence of five months in New York's Rikers Island jail, followed by five years' probation.
Two bills in Pennsylvania General Assembly aim to create open primaries
The goal is to allow voters who aren't registered to a specific party to participate in primary elections.
Doug Mastriano challenges Josh Shapiro to 2 debates
6:17: Mastriano challenged Shapiro to a debate with some weird rules
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady has been vacationing in South Carolina with her family, including President Biden.
Consumer News
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'Your Car's Extended Warranty:' Lawsuit in Ohio links robocalls to two individuals
You've no doubt gotten the call but a new lawsuit in Ohio has tracked it to just California telemarket offenders.
Moonlit Burgers set to open second location in Pittsburgh
The popular burger joint opened during the pandemic will get a second location.
Raising Cane's poised to open first Pittsburgh-area location
It's a time to celebrate for chicken finger lovers in Western Pennsylvania.
Thousands of SUVs recalled due to seatbelt issue
General Motors has issued a recall that impacts thousands of SUVs.
Thousands of SUVs recalled due to seatbelt issue
The recall includes Escalades, Suburbans, Tahoes and Yukons.
Pittsburgh Today Live
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Pittsburgh Today Live
That's A Wrap: Aug. 19, 2022
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
Enter our Jason Aldean concert ticket giveaway
Enter our Jason Aldean concert ticket giveaway!
PTL Pupdate: Donny goes to the beach
Canine Companions puppy raiser John Sabo stops by with Donny! They just got back from the beach!
What's new with the Steel City Arts Foundation
Comedian Steve Hofstetter, the chairman of Steel City Arts Foundation, stops by to talk about what's new with his comedy center.
Unity Brewing's second new mural is of golf legendary
PTL's Celina Pompeani Mathison heads to Unity Brewing in Latrobe to get a preview of speed painter Cody Sabol's mural of Arnold Palmer.
KDKA Investigations
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Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
In 10 months as Washington County DA, Jason Walsh seeks death penalty against 8
Seeking the death penalty will come at considerable costs to Washington County's taxpayers.
City says affordable housing is one way to help people experiencing homelessness
What is being done to help people experiencing homelessness in the city of Pittsburgh?
KDKA Investigates: Helping people experiencing homelessness in Pittsburgh
Homelessness is on the rise in our region, up 21 percent in Allegheny County from last year.
Developers say cracker plant in Beaver County will be economic boost needed for region
Shell's cracker plant in Beaver County is finally set to open later this summer.
Health
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New study shows digital devices may actually improve our memory
If you're struggling to remember something, new research suggests - just reach for your cell phone.
Health officials investigate "fast-moving" E. coli outbreak of unknown cause
The CDC said this week that it's still unclear what kind of contaminated food is causing the spike in illnesses.
CVS, Walgreens, Walmart must pay Ohio $650M in opioids suit
Retail giants' approach to dispensing pain medication caused a public nuisance in the communities, lawsuit alleged.
Back To School: Packing a healthy lunch on a dime
There are plenty of ways to pack a healthy, affordable, and delicious lunch for your child.
Doctors not concerned about monkeypox spreading at schools
A confirmed monkeypox case was found at a YMCA camp just weeks before the beginning of the school year.
Sports
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Reynolds hits 2 HR's as Pirates end 6-game losing streak
Bryan Reynolds hit two home runs, JT Brubaker pitched seven shutout innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped a six-game losing streak, beating the Boston Red Sox 8-2 Thursday night.
Penguins promote Todd Reirden to associate coach
The Penguins promoted Todd Reirden to associate coach.
Browns QB Deshaun Watson settles for 11-game suspension, $5M fine
Deshaun Watson has reached a settlement with the NFL and will serve an 11-game suspension.
Thomas Jefferson players continue tradition of dyed blonde hair for camp
A long-standing tradition for the Thomas Jefferson Jaguars football team is back for another season.
Arroyo, Verdugo, Hill lead Red Sox over skidding Pirates 8-3
Christian Arroyo had three hits and three RBIs, Alex Verdugo reached base five times and 42-year-old Rich Hill won for the first time in nearly two months as the Boston Red Sox beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-3 on Wednesday night.
Business News
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Moonlit Burgers set to open second location in Pittsburgh
The popular burger joint opened during the pandemic will get a second location.
Raising Cane's poised to open first Pittsburgh-area location
It's a time to celebrate for chicken finger lovers in Western Pennsylvania.
President Biden to sign Inflation Reduction Act into law
President Biden is signing the Inflation Reduction Act, making it officially a law, on Tuesday.
CEO of Brighton Rehab, 4 others indicted on health care fraud charges
Federal investigators have indicted five people, including the CEO of Brighton Rehab and Wellness Center in Beaver County, of health care fraud.
Unpaid unemployment: the frustrations surrounding delays in receiving payments
Several times per week here at KDKA, we hear from unemployed people whose frustrations have boiled over while trying to get some help from the state -- so John Shumway went asking for answers.
Entertainment
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Latrobe hosting annual Great American Banana Split Celebration
Latrobe: the original home of the banana split!
Little Italy Days kick off in Bloomfield
One of Pittsburgh's favorite long-running traditions will get underway in Bloomfield today.
August Wilson House grand opening draws family, community members, and supporters
The doors to the renovated building opened on Saturday.
Anne Heche dies at 53 following Los Angeles car wreck
Heche got her start in a soap opera before starring in films and on TV, and made headlines for her relationship with comedian Ellen DeGeneres in the '90s.
Yo-Yo Ma to join Pittsburgh Symphony for one-night performance in February
The legendary cellist will be in Pittsburgh for one night only.
Latest Videos
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That's A Wrap: Aug. 19, 2022
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
Coming up on PTL!
Coming up on PTL! (8/19)
Enter our Jason Aldean concert ticket giveaway
Enter our Jason Aldean concert ticket giveaway!
PTL Pupdate: Donny goes to the beach
Canine Companions puppy raiser John Sabo stops by with Donny! They just got back from the beach!
What's new with the Steel City Arts Foundation
Comedian Steve Hofstetter, the chairman of Steel City Arts Foundation, stops by to talk about what's new with his comedy center.
Latest Galleries
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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?
Goodbye Heinz Field: Ketchup bottles and signage removed to make way for Acrisure Stadium
On Monday, July 18, 2022, crews were hard at work at the former Heinz Field. They were taking down signage to make way for Acrisure Stadium. After removing the endzone ketchup bottles on Monday and Tuesday, the iconic Heinz Field sign on the front of the stadium was taken down.
Artist renderings offer early look of new UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
The new UPMC Presbyterian Hospital will stand 17-stories high and have 636 private patient rooms, officials said.
17 train cars derail in Harmar Township, injuring 3
More than a dozen tanker cars derailed in Harmar Township, sending three people to the hospital on Thursday.
Pittsburgh Marathon returns, thousands of runners participate
Pittsburgh Marathon weekend 2022 brought hundreds of thousands of people into the city. Despite a rainy day, runners made their way through 14 city neighborhoods.
