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Andrea Ellis of East Moline ordered garden flags online as a Christmas gift for her grandmother, but she says at the bottom of the yellow padded envelope she found the swab, which belonged to a woman in Virginia.
Pittsburgh police are investigating the death of a man whose body was found wrapped in plastic as a homicide.
New video released Tuesday from inside a pair of Southern California medical centers shows the stark reality of the latest COVID-19 surge and the impact it's having on hospitals.
At least 21 people were taken to area hospitals after an explosion was reported at the Baltimore Gas & Electric building in downtown Baltimore earlier Wednesday morning.
JuJu Smith-Schuster and his foundation partnered with Walmart to give over 200 kids $20,000 in gift cards for the holidays.
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for much of the Pittsburgh area from Christmas Eve through Christmas Day.
The Port Authority board has approved a two-year contract with union employees.
Pennsylvania Health Secretary Dr. Rahcel Levine is encouraging hospitals to give coronavirus vaccinations to other health care providers, including frontline EMS workers.
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting 9,605 new cases of Coronavirus and 230 additional deaths Wednesday.
The Allegheny County Health Department is reporting 830 new Coronavirus cases and four additional deaths.
COVID-19 has taken the life of one of the sisters at the Benedictine Sisters of Pittsburgh.
Are you dreaming of a White Christmas? It's looking likely!
For weeks, most medical experts have been pleading for people to stay home for the holidays and to not travel.
President Donald Trump is calling for an increase in the stimulus checks included in Congress' newest COVID-19 relief package.
Police are searching for a woman they say robbed Tucker's Market and also attempted to rob a gas station in Smith Township.
First-term state Sen. Devlin Robinson, a Republican, says he's earned a second term representing the 37th District that stretches across southern Allegheny County to Pittsburgh International Airport, up into the Sewickley area and north to Marshall. But Democrat Nicole Ruscitto says it's Robinson's votes against suburban families that disqualify him for another term. KDKA-TV's Jon Delano reports.
On this Taste It Tuesday, we're celebrating Daisy Jade's Filipino heritage!
Katie and Mary got to play a game of What's It Worth with Dr. Lori!
November is knocking and it's time to talk turkey. Chef Crystal Baldwin was here to give the holiday bird an elegant makeover.
Celina joined us from the Aviary this morning where they're caring for feathers and fur. She showed us the cutesy side of spooky season at the National Aviary.
Sunday is a KDKA First Alert Weather Day with several rounds of heavy rain throughout the day.
The Monessen School District has delayed the start of the school year while it completes what it calls "necessary building maintenance."
The goal of the new interchange is to eliminate left turns and reduce crashes and injuries.
An additional 1.25" of rain on Sunday has Pittsburgh on pace for a record-setting month.
KDKA-TV Back-to-school 2026
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.
Bryan Reynolds, Brandon Lowe, and Nick Yorke each had two RBIs to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Boston Red Sox 8-3 after a 2 1/2-hour rain delay.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Sonny Gray worked seven innings for his career-best 15th win of the season, Wilyer Abreu hit a home run, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-0 on Saturday night.
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.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
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.
KDKA's Bob Pompeani discusses the sports topics of the day.
Watch as Will Graves, Ray Fittipaldo, and Mike DeCourcy join KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani for another round of sound on this edition of the #1 Cochran Sports Showdown!
Robbi Incmikoski and Brian Batko discuss the sports topics of the day.
As PennDOT continues its major projects on the Parkway East and the Wexford interchange of I-79, another is kicking into high gear.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
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.
