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E. Gordon Gee reportedly announced his plan to the university's Faculty Senate on Monday.
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Peggy Jones says the two animals battled it out with her in the crossfire. She ended up covered in blood, her forearm ripped up by the hawk's talons.
Gov. Josh Shapiro visited Penn Hills Elementary School on Tuesday to tout universal free breakfast for students created under the new budget.
No one was injured thanks to the heroics of a neighbor who tackled the woman to the ground and took the gun, police said.
Police said Kaelynn and Kami Shaffer have been safely located.
TSA officers caught two guns in one day at the Pittsburgh International Airport on Monday.
Police are asking for help finding a missing 27-year-old who was last seen in Sheraden on Sunday.
A father was sentenced to 33 to 66 years in prison for the death of his 3-year-old daughter who officials said was abused.
The event celebrates the diverse cultural history of Pittsburgh with food, music, exhibitions, and a parade.
Nearly 400 complaints have been filed regarding steering failures in 2013 to 2016 models of the award-winning truck, according to NHTSA.
The court split 5-4, with Justices Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito, Neil Gorsuch, and Brett Kavanaugh saying they would deny the request to revive the restrictions.
Heinz Field is making a comeback -- but this time in the world of high school football.
Homework and studying can be stressful for students and parents, but now, Pittsburgh Public Schools will have access to an online tutor 24/7.
PTL's Boaz Frankel heads to a Pittsburgh staple, Wholey's in the Strip District, to get a preview of their 5th annual Lobster Grab.
Gather 'round, ghouls and goblins, as Katie O'Malley shares the tale of how "Boo's Halloween House Party" was resurrected once again for the 2025 Fall Fest.
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports and more. Plus, a preview of what's to come on today's show.
Peoples Gas says it will be replacing about 700 feet of a line that dates back to 1947.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
The man was shot in the neck around 10 p.m. and died at the hospital a short time later.
An 8-year-old died after an accident involving farm equipment in Mercer County on Friday morning, authorities said.
A Beaver Falls High School teacher is facing charges after police said she was having an inappropriate relationship with a student.
A family from Elizabeth found a megalodon tooth while on vacation.
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Westmoreland County detectives have charged a Leechburg man who allegedly had an inappropriate sexual relationship with a minor for years.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony before the committee last week.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
The store will be located at the North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.
Tech Expert & Entrepreneur Cami Nwokedi showed Heather & David a "smart notebook" that's designed to do less so your kids can learn more.
Fitness & Nutrition Expert Lisa Stugart showed Heather & David how to make a Snack Station for all the hungry kids out there who will soon be heading back to school.
Daisy Jade takes a trip to the Pitt Shop to see how the University of Pittsburgh is upping its game when it comes to Back to School swag.
Heather & David got to hold some iconic Pirates history, like an original signed Roberto Clemente and Dave Parker bat. They had to put on their white gloves for this one!
Robby Incmikoski, who's probably been seen a few times on KDKA Sports, did his first-ever PTL live shot at the Washington County Agricultural Fair. He got to see why this fair is the oldest-running agricultural fair in Western PA. He went for the rides, but stayed for the food.
Going to college was once considered a very safe investment, but with tuition soaring, is it still worth the price tag?
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Sherwin-Williams Manufacturing Company entered into a consent order and agreement.
A community in Butler County said repeated boil water advisories have them uneasy about their water quality.
An investigation into alleged theft at the North Versailles tax collector's office is underway.
Nearly five months into a major road construction project in Beaver County, several small business owners say they are struggling to keep customers coming through the door.
Several waterways across Pennsylvania tested high for E. coli, environmental groups said.
The Pennsylvania measles outbreak isn't slowing down, and one local doctor said Pittsburgh is not immune.
The countdown to the first day of school is on, and now is the time to start making some adjustments.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Doctors are finding they are faced with questions about health advice from social media, but they caution that you can't always trust what you find.
Brandon Lowe hit a three-run home run and rookie Rafael Flores Jr. homered for the third time in two days to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to an 8-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Friday night.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Braxton Ashcraft threw a complete-game three-hitter, Rafael Flores had a pair of three-run homers and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Miami Marlins 13-1.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
The Pony League World Series championship game was canceled because organizers said the rain made the field "unplayable."
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
Amtrak is adding a second trip from Pittsburgh to New York later this year, officials said during a public board meeting.
The tour will be coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 8, 2027.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Joe Manganiello says even when he spent 25 years living in Los Angeles, he always considered Pittsburgh home.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Dave Matthews stopped by a Pittsburgh restaurant before his show at Star Lake on Friday night.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Little Italy Days brings tens of thousands of people to Bloomfield, so it may be surprising to hear that some local businesses choose to skip the festival entirely. KDKA's Ricky Sayer reports.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and Will Graves discuss the sports topics of the day.
Back in the day, kids were expected to help around the house simply because they were part of the household. And studies suggest those responsibilities may help develop skills linked to future success. Holly Wilbanks is breaking down why making your kids do the dishes could actually be an investment in their future.
School drop-offs, practices, homework, meetings -- pretty soon our calendars are going to need their own calendars. Which is why we want school night dinners to be quick, but that doesn't mean they have to be boring! Chef Anthony from Don’s Appliances is sharing a recipe that's a weeknight winner for the whole family.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
