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Pittsburgh Weather: Thursday will be sunny and warm
Temperatures return to the 80s and we'll see plenty of sunshine.
Police searching for suspect and vehicle in carjacking case
The car was taken at gunpoint on Wednesday night.
Little Italy Days set to kick off in Bloomfield
One of Pittsburgh's favorite long-running traditions will get underway in Bloomfield today.
At least 4 people injured when fire rips through building in Rochester
Firefighters are at the scene of a massive building fire in Rochester.
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.
Raising Cane's poised to open first Pittsburgh-area location
It's a time to celebrate for chicken finger lovers in Western Pennsylvania.
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.
Penn Hills School District to receive up to $325K in state grant money for security and mental health
The Penn Hills School District welcomed State Senator Jay Costa on Wednesday to thank him for helping the district get a grant to form its own school police force.
Cosmo on Carson to close in September as owners eye transition to sports bar
A popular nightclub on the South Side is shutting down.
Back To School
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Officials warn drivers to be careful as back to school makes roads busier
Back to school affects not only schools, students and families but also other drivers on the roads.
Back to school: Experts share online safety tips
Experts say there are all sorts of online dangers.
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: Thursday will be sunny and warm
Temperatures return to the 80s and we'll see plenty of sunshine.
KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (8/18)
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’ 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.
Steelers Training Camp
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Steelers fans from North Carolina have not missed a game in 7 years
Steelers fans from North Carolina have not missed a game in 7 years
Pickett's game-winning drive helps Steelers beat Seahawks
It was the dawning of a new era for the Steelers and they began this new era with an impressive win.
KDKA Steelers Training Camp Fan Guide
The Steelers are back at Saint Vincent College for training camp. Here's a guide to help you with all you need to know before heading to Latrobe.
Sports
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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.
Four-run first inning helps Red Sox beat Pirates 5-3
The Pirates were held scoreless for seven innings.
NBA won't hold games on Election Day in effort to encourage fans to vote
As part of what the league is calling a "civic engagement night," all 30 teams will instead play the night before the election.
Steelers fans from North Carolina have not missed a game in 7 years
Steelers fans from North Carolina have not missed a game in 7 years
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A least 4 people injured in Rochester fire
One person was taken to the hospital and 3 firefighters are being treated for minor injuries, KDKA's Bryant Reed reports.
KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (8/18)
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’ forecast!
Little Italy Days set to kick off in Bloomfield
Organizers say there will be four days full of delicious food and live entertainment.
Pittsburgh Police investigating carjacking
The maroon Honda Accord was taken on Wednesday night.
Penn Hills SD to receive state grant towards security, mental health
State Senator Jay Costa says enhancing school security and mental health resources were a priority for state lawmakers.
Featured On Your Day Pittsburgh
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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.
Parent's Perspective: How to handle your kids' after-school meltdowns
As school routines are about to kick back into high gear, those first few weeks can be both challenging and exhausting.
'This is our reality and this is where we are': School security in the forefront of discussion as kids head back to school
There are so many things that go into getting kids ready to go back to school, but this year, there is an undercurrent of security questions like never before.
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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Pittsburgh Weather: Thursday will be sunny and warm
Temperatures return to the 80s and we'll see plenty of sunshine.
Police searching for suspect and vehicle in carjacking case
The car was taken at gunpoint on Wednesday night.
Little Italy Days set to kick off in Bloomfield
One of Pittsburgh's favorite long-running traditions will get underway in Bloomfield today.
At least 4 people injured when fire rips through building in Rochester
Firefighters are at the scene of a massive building fire in Rochester.
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.
Politics
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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.
President Biden to sign Inflation Reduction Act into law
President Biden is signing the Inflation Reduction Act, making it officially a law, on Tuesday.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice: Voters shouldn't decide abortion access issue
The Republican governor said the state's abortion law falls under the scrutiny of the Legislature and the attorney general.
Consumer News
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Consumer News
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.
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.
Frozen pizzas recalled because they may contain metal pieces
The USDA has announced a recall for frozen pizzas that may be contaminated with metal pieces.
Pittsburgh-based 4moms recalls more than 2M infant rockers, swings after baby dies
Pittsburgh-based 4moms is recalling more than 2 million infant rockers and swings after a baby died.
Pittsburgh Today Live
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Pittsburgh Today Live
Something Good: A new bicycle
A Pittsburgh police officer is helping out a local girl who lost her bicycle in a fire.
Eye On Health: AHN Seneca Valley
In this week's Eye On Health, we're getting a look inside the new AHN Seneca Valley Outpatient Center in Harmony.
One Tank Away: On the golf course at Avalon Golf & Country Club
PTL's Daisy Jade heads to Lawrence County for a little summer getaway at the Avalon Golf & Country Club in New Castle.
Waiting Child: Gwen
This week's Waiting Child is Gwen! (ID #: C33AA28)
Cooking With Rania: Greek Salad
Rania Harris is using all those fresh garden vegetables in this week's recipe!
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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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.
King's Hawaiian pretzel products recalled due to possible microbial contamination
King's Hawaiian is voluntarily recalling some of its products due to possible microbial contamination.
CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
Sports
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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.
Four-run first inning helps Red Sox beat Pirates 5-3
The Pirates were held scoreless for seven innings.
NBA won't hold games on Election Day in effort to encourage fans to vote
As part of what the league is calling a "civic engagement night," all 30 teams will instead play the night before the election.
Steelers fans from North Carolina have not missed a game in 7 years
Steelers fans from North Carolina have not missed a game in 7 years
Business News
More Business News
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.
Animal shelters overwhelmed as more and more people surrender their pets
Animal shelters in some areas of the country are seeing more pets returned to their care.
Recall expands for baked goods possibly contaminated with plastic pieces
Enjoy Life Natural Brands is expanding its voluntary recall of baked goods over the potential presence of hard pieces of plastic.
Entertainment
More Entertainment
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.
Organizers announce plans for Little Italy Days in Bloomfield
The 20th annual Pittsburgh Little Italy Days returns to Bloomfield on Aug. 18-21.
Motown legend Lamont Dozier dead at 81
Over a four-year period, 1963-67, Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian and Eddie Holland crafted more than 25 top 10 songs.
Latest Videos
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A least 4 people injured in Rochester fire
One person was taken to the hospital and 3 firefighters are being treated for minor injuries, KDKA's Bryant Reed reports.
KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (8/18)
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’ forecast!
Little Italy Days set to kick off in Bloomfield
Organizers say there will be four days full of delicious food and live entertainment.
Pittsburgh Police investigating carjacking
The maroon Honda Accord was taken on Wednesday night.
Penn Hills SD to receive state grant towards security, mental health
State Senator Jay Costa says enhancing school security and mental health resources were a priority for state lawmakers.
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.
