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Trump to visit Pennsylvania in push on domestic issues, sources say
President Trump, facing criticism that he's focused more on international issues than kitchen-table concerns, will rev up his domestic messaging, two GOP sources said.
One killed, one injured in New Castle house fire
The woman was unable to escape the early morning house fire in New Castle on Thursday morning.
Alex Highsmith named 2025 Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee
Highsmith's charitable work in Pittsburgh and across the country made him the Steelers' nominee for the yearly award.
FBI arrests suspect in 2021 D.C. pipe bomb case, identified as Virginia man
Authorities say the FBI has arrested a man suspected of placing pipe bombs outside RNC and DNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
Early-morning water main break sends gushing water onto South Side streets
The break happened before 4 a.m. on Thursday near the intersection of Sarah Street and East Carson Street.
KDKA-TV morning weather blog: Dec. 4, 2025
The morning flurries will turn to cold temperatures and wind in the Pittsburgh area.
Mangione back in court on day marking 1 year since CEO killing
Mangione's lawyers claim some evidence should not be allowed at trial because they say he was not read his Miranda rights in time and that his belongings were searched without a warrant.
Winter shelters to open for those in need ahead of cold snap
With below freezing temperatures expected, there are options for people who need help.
Pittsburgh celebrates Riverhounds' USL Championship title
The Riverhounds defeated FC Tulsa in a penalty shootout last month to win the USL Championship title.
Consumer News
How to eat healthy amid lack of federal funding for food
There are ways to stretch what you have without sacrificing the healthy side of eating.
Scam alert issued for Pennsylvania SNAP users
People in Pennsylvania are being alerted to a new scam targeting those who receive SNAP benefits.
Heritage Valley hospitals join Allegheny Health Network
Heritage Valley Health System is merging with Allegheny Health Network.
Why are some area malls thriving while others are struggling to survive?
The answer is you have to change to survive and you have to recognize the need to stay ahead of the curve.
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KDKA-TV Evening Forecast (12/4)
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
"Sparkle snow" possible in Pittsburgh
Make sure to look for some "sparkle snow" tomorrow.
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 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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How a $10 donation turned into $21 million raised for the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund
It's time to reflect back on the first KDKA-TV Turkey Fund.
2 KDKA-TV Turkey Fund recipients share how the donations changed their lives
Two grateful KDKA-TV Turkey Fund recipients share how you and your donations changed their lives.
KDKA-TV Turkey Fund
The KDKA-TV Turkey Fund has provided holiday meals to more than a million families.
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Steelers release cornerback Darius Slay, claim receiver Adam Thielen
The Pittsburgh Steelers made multiple roster moves on Tuesday.
Mike Tomlin shares the frustration of Steelers fans with his team at 6-6
Mike Tomlin isn't immune to the boos that followed the Pittsburgh Steelers after their blowout loss to Buffalo.
Crosby nears Lemieux's Penguins points record with 2 goals against Flyers
Sidney Crosby is on the verge of breaking Mario Lemieux's record for career regular-season points with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Geibel Catholic senior Emma Larkin breaks all-time school scoring record
Larkin topped KDKA's Shelley Bortz's longstanding record of 1,977 points.
Crosby scores 58th, 59th career goals vs. Flyers in Penguins' dominant win
Pittsburgh star Sidney Crosby scored his 58th and 59th career goals against the Flyers, and his continued excellence in the cross-state rivalry helped lead the Penguins to a 5-1 win.
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Celebrating the Riverhounds championship
Mary Ours is talking with the coach and the captain about the championship soccer season.
Talk the Talk: Dec. 4, 2025
Who is your doppleganger? We’re talking about how Pittsburgh’s next mayor and the Penguins’ general manager are twinning!
Pennsylvania man accused of killing 2-month-old son will stand trial
A man in Butler County will stand trial on charges he killed his son.
Westmoreland County starts process of bringing back furloughed workers
There are two big questions facing Westmoreland County at the moment. First, when will furloughed workers be brought back now that the state budget crisis is over? And second, with the new county budget being proposed for next year, will those furloughed even have a job to come back to? KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose reports.
School district in Pennsylvania sued over alleged sexual assault of student
The Chartiers Valley School District is being sued over an alleged sexual assault of a student.
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The health impacts of shoveling snow and the potential for heart attacks
The discussion happens every year: shoveling snow can lead to heart attacks, and one AHN cardiologist explains why it's a risk.
Where you can donate your Thanksgiving leftovers
When it comes to Thanksgiving dinner, making the meal takes a lot of time and leads to a lot of leftovers, but in Pittsburgh, you can put those leftovers to use.
Black Friday deals and duds: What shoppers need to know in 2025
Black Friday has gone from a single day of deals to a week or more of sales, and that can lead to getting ripped off. Here's what shoppers should know.
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Police officers in Pittsburgh pass out Thanksgiving meals to those in need
Police officers in Pittsburgh passed out Thanksgiving meals on Thursday.
Rob King opens up about writing his first novel
A voice familiar to most sports fans in Pittsburgh is Rob King.
On A Positive Note
Do you know someone who is making a positive difference?
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Leaders accuse owner of 2 Pittsburgh-area malls of running down his properties
Some Pittsburgh-area towns accuse one mall owner of deliberately running down his properties.
Violent crime is down in Allegheny County, numbers show
KDKA Investigates looked into what's behind the county's success in preventing deadly crime.
Flower shop says online business is impersonating it to deceive customers
A Fayette County flower shop is sounding the alarm after learning another out-of-state business appears to be impersonating its company.
Pittsburgh lawmakers want to restrict where vape shops can open
Pittsburgh councilmembers plan on introducing new legislation that will change the zoning code for vape shops.
Sharpsburg neighbors living next to abandoned home frustrated by absentee landlord
People who live next to a blighted and abandoned property in Sharpsburg say they're living in a nightmare.
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Paul Skenes and Livvy Dunne joined USO Tour to meet with sailors at sea
Skenes and Dunne joined a two-day USO Tour and visited sailors abord the USS Gerald R. Ford and the USS Mahan.
Pitt women's volleyball eyeing fifth straight NCAA Tournament final four run
It all starts Friday night at the Petersen Events Center in Oakland.
Malkin breaks late tie with 2nd goal of game, Penguins beat Lightning 4-3
Evgeni Malkin scored his second goal of the game with 2:43 left and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 on Thursday night for their fourth victory in five games.
Megan Moroney is bringing her Cloud 9 Tour to PPG Paints Arena next summer
The Cloud 9 Tour will be making a stop in Pittsburgh on June 16.
Nighttime freezing temperatures pose risk to people experiencing homelessness
The nighttime freezing temperatures Pittsburgh is experiencing pose a unique risk to people experiencing homelessness.
Politics
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Pittsburgh attorney files complaint for family of man killed in boat strike
A Pittsburgh attorney has filed a petition on behalf of the family of a Colombian man killed in a U.S. military strike on a boat in the Caribbean.
Pa. congressman prepares bill to extend ACA subsidies as major price hikes loom
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
Trump to visit Pennsylvania in push on domestic issues, sources say
President Trump, facing criticism that he's focused more on international issues than kitchen-table concerns, will rev up his domestic messaging, two GOP sources said.
FBI arrests suspect in 2021 D.C. pipe bomb case, identified as Virginia man
Authorities say the FBI has arrested a man suspected of placing pipe bombs outside RNC and DNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
Trump administration threatens to withhold SNAP management funds from states that don't share data
The Trump administration says it will withhold funds for administering SNAP food aid in most Democratic-controlled states starting next week unless they provide data about those receiving the assistance.
Consumer News
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How to apply for Pennsylvania's Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
Federal funding will finally be available to thousands of families in Pennsylvania to help pay their heating bills.
Electric prices in Pennsylvania going up on Dec. 1
Electric prices in Pennsylvania are going up next month.
New Lego-themed store opens in Zelienople
Saturday's grand opening included live music, food, and a meet-and-greet with Lego Master Krist Kay.
Tips for first-timers cooking Thanksgiving dinner
Thursday will be the first time many people cook and host Thanksgiving dinner - here's how you can avoid illness and danger.
Brand new Aldi location opens on Banksville Road
To much fanfare, the 51st Aldi opened in the Pittsburgh area on Thursday morning.
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PTL Weekend Guide: Dec. 4, 2025
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier tells us about four things to see and do this weekend.
Getting in the spirit with holiday cocktails
Heather and David are joined by Pamela Mysels from Fine Wine & Good Spirits to learn how to make some seasonable sips!
MyEyeDr offers their service at a new location
Heather and David are learning about a new eye care option in Cranberry Township, and how screens are adding to your eyes’ wear and tear.
Winter car care tips from Neighborhood Ford Store
Mikey is hanging out with Joey Thurby from Neighborhood Ford Store to learn what her car needs, now that winter is here.
Charlie Batch joins the show to talk PTL Toy Drive!
Former Steelers quarterback and founder of the Best of the Batch Foundation Charlie Batch is in studio with Heather and David to talk about the PTL Toy Drive, specifically what happens to the gifts once the toy drive is over.
KDKA Investigations
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Veteran says damage done to graves at cemetery is "disturbing"
Veterans are outraged after learning about damage done to gravesites at a cemetery in Fayette County.
Artificial intelligence is watching where drivers park in Pittsburgh
Artificial intelligence is watching where people park in Pittsburgh.
Lawmaker wants change after Allegheny County paperwork flub costs about 2,000 drivers their licenses
Drivers who were convicted of infractions years ago are being told to surrender their licenses or file costly appeals because Allegheny County never processed the paperwork.
Dangerous driving near schools has parents and students worried
For most students, the most dangerous part of their day is going to and from school.
How the Ross Park Mall is thriving in a landscape of dying malls
Shopping malls are under threat from online shopping and disappearing customers, and many are facing the wrecking ball.
Health
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Falling vaccination rates among school-aged children is cause for concern
Western Pennsylvania counties are seeing vaccination rates fall among school-aged children.
The health impacts of shoveling snow and the potential for heart attacks
The discussion happens every year: shoveling snow can lead to heart attacks, and one AHN cardiologist explains why it's a risk.
Delco kid's Disney World dream comes true thanks to once-in-a-lifetime wish
A little boy from Delaware County is getting his once-in-a-lifetime wish, just in time for the holidays.
These 19 cooking pans could leach lead into your food, FDA warns
Consumers with the imported pans should throw them away due to the severe health risks posed by lead, the agency warns.
Direct primary care physicians seeing spike in memberships amid ACA uncertainty
With costs expected to go up for the Affordable Care Act, people are examining potentially more affordable options.
Sports
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Paul Skenes and Livvy Dunne joined USO Tour to meet with sailors at sea
Skenes and Dunne joined a two-day USO Tour and visited sailors abord the USS Gerald R. Ford and the USS Mahan.
Drafted: The best western Pennsylvania football players ever picked in the NFL Draft
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Pitt women's volleyball eyeing fifth straight NCAA Tournament final four run
It all starts Friday night at the Petersen Events Center in Oakland.
Malkin breaks late tie with 2nd goal of game, Penguins beat Lightning 4-3
Evgeni Malkin scored his second goal of the game with 2:43 left and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 on Thursday night for their fourth victory in five games.
Scores for 2025 PIAA state championship football games
The PIAA football championship games are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at Cumberland Valley High School.
Business News
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Pittsburgh Post-Gazette journalists ending 3-year-long strike
Members of the Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh voted last week to end their three-year-long walkout.
Plan for firefighter training center in East Palestine being revived
Norfolk Southern railroad worked with the state of Ohio and Youngstown State University to revive plans for a $20 million first responder training center near the site of the worst derailment in a decade in East Palestine, Ohio.
Predicted water demand by 2040 puts Ohio farmers and industry on collision course
A report on the future of water in central Ohio warns that industrial demands for water will skyrocket at the same time experts expect farmers will need to regularly irrigate their fields.
$1 billion federal loan to help restart Three Mile Island nuclear reactor
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
New Barnes & Noble to open in Pittsburgh
A new Barnes & Noble is coming to Pittsburgh.
Entertainment
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Vanessa Hudgens and Cole Tucker welcome 2nd baby
Vanessa Hudgens and former Pittsburgh Pirates player Cole Tucker welcomed their second child.
Christina Aguilera and Liev Schreiber spotted at Penguins game
Christina Aguilera and Liev Schreiber were spotted at Wednesday's Pittsburgh Penguins game at PPG Paints Arena.
Jimmy Cliff, reggae music and Jamaican cultural icon, dies at 81
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, his family say.
Donald Glover reveals he had a stroke last year
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
Jeff Goldblum becomes latest celebrity with life-sized wax figure at Madame Tussauds
Fans of Jeff Goldblum are seeing double.
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Paul Skenes meets with sailors at sea aboard two U.S. ships
Paul Skenes and Livvy Dunne connected with more than 1,300 sailors during a two-day USO Tour.
Pitt's women's volleyball team hoping for another final four run
It all starts Friday night at the Petersen Events Center in Oakland.
Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call: Dec. 4, 2025
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
Nighttime freezing temperatures pose risk to homeless community
The nighttime freezing temperatures Pittsburgh is experiencing pose a unique risk to people experiencing homelessness.
KDKA-TV Nightly Forecast (12/4)
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
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PHOTOS: Pitt's regular season ends with 38-7 loss to Miami
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
PHOTOS: Notre Dame dominates Pitt 37-15
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
PHOTOS: Pitt wins 4th straight game, beats NC State 53-34
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
PHOTOS: PTL hosts 2025 Turkey Fund Kickoff Show at Pittsburgh Playhouse
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
PHOTOS: West Virginia beats Pitt to win the Backyard Brawl
West Virginia scored a late touchdown to tie the game and then beat Pitt in overtime to win the 108th Backyard Brawl.
