Interstellar comet passing by Mars seen in rare images
The images taken by two Mars orbiters show a bright, fuzzy white dot of the comet, also known as 3I/ATLAS, appearing to move against a backdrop of distant stars.
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The images taken by two Mars orbiters show a bright, fuzzy white dot of the comet, also known as 3I/ATLAS, appearing to move against a backdrop of distant stars.
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life.
A 54-pound meteorite from Mars sold for more than $5 million when it went up for auction on Wednesday at Sotheby's.
The latest selfie by NASA's Perseverance rover at Mars has captured an unexpected guest: a Martian dust devil.
Juniors and seniors were shown what the consequences of driving impaired could lead to as they get ready for prom.
Feel like a round of mini golf? Something new and unique is coming to Mars-Bethel Golf, next to Mars High School. PTL's Katie O'Malley is getting a preview.
The Perseverance rover was near Mars' Jezero Crater when it spotted the towering dust devil.
The minimum distance between Mars and Earth is about 34 million miles, according to NASA.
PTL's Mikey Hood is blasting of to Mars, Pa., where they have a lot of space-themed activities going on this weekend to celebrate a brand new year on Mars, the planet.
Saturday's bout of severe weather wreaked havoc across the area, including Butler County.
The district added texting to its mass notification system.
The district said an incident involving a weapon took place in the parking lot around 9:30 Friday night.
The district said an incident involving a weapon took place in the parking lot around 9:30 Friday night.
A Mars Area School District student accused of bringing a knife to school is facing a misdemeanor charge.
The microphone picked up 308 dust pings as the dust devil whipped by, the study's author said.
There will be a chili cookoff, a tree lighting at 5:30, a parade at 7:30, a holiday market, free carriage rides, and of course, Santa, and Mrs. Claus.
PTL's Celina Pompeani-Mathison visits the Carnegie Science Center where Director Jason Brown is giving her a tour of the new and amazing Mars: The Next Giant Leap exhibit.
The project has been two years in the making and replaces Roboworld.
The exhibit is called Mars: The Next Giant Leap. The $4.5 million project has been two years in the making and replaces Roboworld.
A new app is coming to parents in the Mars Area School District.
Heinz is taking ketchup into the future, unveiling a new mix, using tomatoes grown as if they were on Mars!
A strong statement came from Armstrong County commissioners in response to a video that surfaced of students shouting vulgar names and phrases at a female high school hockey player during a game last week.
A local school district is apologizing and some students could be banned from watching their high school hockey team in person.
A man from Mars, Pennsylvania is set to appear in front of a judge on child porn charges.
A new candy store is bringing joy to a community in Butler County.
Rickard Rakell, Anthony Mantha and Egor Chinakov scored first-period goals as the Penguins raced past Detroit 5-1.
President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.
A 17-year-old driver was intoxicated when his vehicle rear-ended a golf cart, killing an off-duty police officer last year, authorities said.
An up-close video shows another eaglet hatching in the nest at U.S. Steel's Irvin Plant in West Mifflin.
The new display panels will replace the original sidewalk bricks, which have required repeated repairs since the park opened in 2001.
Rickard Rakell, Anthony Mantha and Egor Chinakov scored first-period goals as the Penguins raced past Detroit 5-1.
President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.
A 17-year-old driver was intoxicated when his vehicle rear-ended a golf cart, killing an off-duty police officer last year, authorities said.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2026 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
An up-close video shows another eaglet hatching in the nest at U.S. Steel's Irvin Plant in West Mifflin.
President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's construction of a 90,000-square-foot ballroom to replace the White House's East Wing,
Congress has yet to approve funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which has been shut down for over 40 days.
More than 7 million student loan borrowers who've been enrolled in a Biden-era repayment plan will receive notices with instructions to seek a new plan to repay their debt.
Two Republican state senators have introduced a proposal to hold people accountable for evading tolls on the Pennsylvania Turnpike.
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
After a rat raised questions about health and safety at The Urban Tap, the owner says the South Side business is ready to gain back the public's trust.
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Pennsylvania farmers say economic factors like diesel fuel and fertilizer costs are pushing them to the edge.
The “Fried Up 4” has been revealed. Now, it’s up to you to pick the winners!
Even though the days are warming up, it’s not quite prime planting season yet! No worries, though. Our garden guru, Doug Oster, is here to show which flowers you can plant right now that’ll actually thrive in this early-spring weather.
Easter’s almost here, and the pressure to bring the perfect dish is on. Chef Crystal Baldwin is here to show us a one-pan casserole that’s big on wow and low on effort.
Antiques appraiser Dr. Lori is examining more of your family treasures and heirlooms.
Meg St-Esprit from Kidsburgh is showing us how to dye Easter eggs using fruits and vegetables with the help of her daughter, Naarah.
A Sewickley Hills man said he's left without a usable driveway because PennDOT cannot get it right.
Steven Eason, 15, was shot and killed while trying to break up a fight at the Haunted Hills Hayride in North Versailles in 2021. No arrest has been made.
People in the Pittsburgh area formed "Families for Justice," a support group for parents who lost children to gun violence.
An inspection sheds light on why dust is blanketing a neighborhood in Westmoreland County.
The O'Connor administration will begin taking a scalpel to Pittsburgh's finances as it tries to close a $30 million to $40 million budget hole.
UPMC and AHN say they've been collaborating about getting ready for an event of this magnitude.
When doctors found out Ainsley Flynn had viral myocarditis, they leaped into action to save her. Now, Flynn is giving back.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exploring everything radiation treatment can treat, and the success has been life-changing for people.
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
Rickard Rakell, Anthony Mantha and Egor Chinakov scored first-period goals as the Penguins raced past Detroit 5-1.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The new display panels will replace the original sidewalk bricks, which have required repeated repairs since the park opened in 2001.
Tiger Woods was arrested last week in Florida and charged with driving under the influence after a vehicle crash.
Chase Burns allowed one hit in five innings for his first major league win, leading the Cincinnati Reds to a 2-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Pittsburgh's newest music venue released a lineup of its first concerts on Monday, giving a taste of what's to come at Citizens Live at the Wylie.
Forbes' latest ranking of the world's richest people has been released, and the list features billionaires with ties to Pittsburgh.
A fire chief says a fire at an Ohio hog farm complex has killed about 6,000 pigs and unleashed a large plume of smoke that could be seen for miles.
Lawmakers in Harrisburg are looking at bills to tackle dynamic pricing.
The first stop on Boone's new tour will be at PPG Paints Arena on July 7.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Newborns at a Pittsburgh-area hospital dressed up to celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Hannah Montana."
11 shows will be coming to Pittsburgh, including six winners of the Best Musical at the Tony Awards.
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
The Pittsburgh City Council unanimously passed a bill that allows 18 law enforcement agencies to assist the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police during the draft.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
An electric vehicle fire at a charging station at McCandless Crossing on Tuesday.
President Trump signed an executive order Tuesday requiring states to impose stricter mail-in voting rules and directing his administration to create a list of confirmed U.S. citizens who are eligible to vote in each state.
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.
