Pittsburgh astronaut says his medical scare remains a mystery
The astronaut who prompted NASA's first medical evacuation earlier this year says doctors still don't know why he suddenly fell sick at the International Space Station.
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The astronaut who prompted NASA's first medical evacuation earlier this year says doctors still don't know why he suddenly fell sick at the International Space Station.
Meteorite hunters are combing Ohio for fragments of a space rock that streaked across the sky earlier this week.
NASA astronaut Mike Fincke said he was the crew member whose medical issue required a group of space station fliers to return to Earth earlier than planned last month.
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
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.
The sun has become more and more active over the last 16 years, in a turn that surprised scientists and could affect space weather, NASA said.
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life.
Discovered last month by a telescope in Chile, the comet known as 3I-Atlas is only the third known interstellar object to pass our way.
A Pittsburgh-area native is piloting the SpaceX Falcon 9 flight to the International Space Station.
About 3,870 employees have applied to depart NASA over two rounds through the Trump administration's deferred resignation program, the agency disclosed.
You've heard the phrase "Dog Days of Summer," but you'd be surprised to learn it has nothing to do with our furry friends.
The latest selfie by NASA's Perseverance rover at Mars has captured an unexpected guest: a Martian dust devil.
The 2024 YR4 asteroid has a near-zero chance of striking Earth, but a slim chance of hitting the moon, new research says.
Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams joined Crew 9 commander Nick Hague and cosmonaut Alexander Gorbunov for their long-awaited return to Earth.
2024 YR4 now has roughly a 0.004% chance of hitting Earth in about eight years, NASA said.
Astronomers will use the Webb telescope to closely monitor the size and trajectory of an asteroid that has a slim chance of hitting Earth in 2032.
The Wolf Moon will appear full for three days, starting Sunday evening and into Wednesday morning.
NASA's Parker Solar Probe hurtled through the sizzling solar atmosphere and passed within a record-breaking 3.8 million miles of the sun's surface.
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
The ambitious mission won't actually look for life on Jupiter's moon Europa, but it should find out if the presumed ocean provides a habitable environment.
This week's full moon is called the Hunter's Moon. It's also a supermoon, which is expected to be the brightest one of the year so far.
Images from space show the progress of Hurricane Milton towards the western coast of Florida.
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
Splashdown northwest of Key West, Florida, closed out a mission highlighted by the first non-government civilian spacewalk.
The first-ever commercial spacewalk happened on Thursday and here on Earth, a Pittsburgh astronaut inspired the next generation.
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,
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
The suspect is now facing several charges.
A Ross Township man who investigators said bought over 200 guns is accused of trafficking after six of the firearms he bought were recovered by law enforcement in different states with obliterated serial numbers.
Officers are reminding residents to lock their vehicles, secure their valuables, and not leave their keys in their vehicles.
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,
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
The suspect is now facing several charges.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2026 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
A Ross Township man who investigators said bought over 200 guns is accused of trafficking after six of the firearms he bought were recovered by law enforcement in different states with obliterated serial numbers.
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.
In a 54 to 37 vote, two Democrats voted with all Republicans in attendance to advance Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination. A final confirmation vote is expected in the coming days.
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.
Tiger Woods was arrested last week in Florida and charged with driving under the influence after a vehicle crash.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
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.
Anthony Mantha had two goals and an assist, and the Penguins rallied to defeat the Islanders 8-3 on Monday night in a crucial game in the Eastern Conference playoff race.
Sidney Crosby returned to the lineup for the Pittsburgh Penguins' game on Monday night against the New York Islanders.
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."
Here's a look at the new cafes and restaurants opening across western Pennsylvania. NEXTpittsburgh contributing writer Aakanksha Agarwal has more.
Mikey Hood and Mary Ours talk about today's topics.
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.
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.
