NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
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NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
NASA's Artemis II astronauts returned to Earth with a splashdown landing in the Pacific Ocean after making a high-speed reentry through the atmosphere.
One person from southwestern Pennsylvania can say they took part in Artemis II's historic launch.
The University of Pittsburgh was one of eight schools selected by NASA to track the spacecraft and report the data back.
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
The Artemis II crew flew farther from Earth than any humans in history as they passed over the far side of the moon on Monday night.
Amid ongoing toilet trouble, the Artemis II astronauts reflected on the wonder of sailing through deep space to the moon.
The photo shows the entire planet, as well as the Northern and Southern lights.
The engine firing provided a slingshot-like boost to the Orion capsule, speeding it to 24,500 mph, the velocity needed to break free of Earth's gravitational clasp for a trek to the moon.
NASA's Artemis II astronauts launched on a nine-and-a-half-day mission around the moon and back.
Spacecraft-builder Astrobotic says the lander will run out of propellant Thursday, ending any chance of a planned moon landing.
Russia's Luna-25 probe ended in failure after thruster misfire caused a crash landing.
Two of the nation's richest men — Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk — will each provide moon landers for NASA's Artemis program.
A Pittsburgh native will have to wait a little longer for his space journey.
The successful return to Earth marks a major milestone in NASA's plans to return astronauts to the surface of the moon.
After a series of delays, the 322-foot-tall Artemis moon rocket finally blasted off with an eruption of white-hot fire and an earth-shaking roar
Trouble cooling one of the giant rocket's engines and a balky valve needed for troubleshooting triggered a launch scrub.
Years late and billions over budget, the SLS rocket is being readied for blastoff on an unpiloted test flight to lunar orbit.
The highly regarded McKeesport High School football program is facing a major shake-up stemming from a controversy behind the head coach, going back to when he got the role in 2016.
From serving fast balls to serving up fast food, Pirates players traded the dugout for Sheetz on Friday.
Jack Murray, who fell off his paddleboard and drowned in Pennsylvania, was a beloved college lacrosse coach in Alabama.
The Bantam Jeep was designed in Butler and credited with helping the Allies win World War II, often called "the vehicle that won the war."
So far, the vendors say they've been happy with the Three Rivers Arts Festival's new home at Arts Landing.
Police took Jerry Rempuszewski into custody this week after he left 2 children in a hot car while he got a massage.
State police issued hundreds of citations and warnings during a three-day enforcement push of the new hands-free driving law.
The highly regarded McKeesport High School football program is facing a major shake-up stemming from a controversy behind the head coach, going back to when he got the role in 2016.
From serving fast balls to serving up fast food, Pirates players traded the dugout for Sheetz on Friday.
Jack Murray, who fell off his paddleboard and drowned in Pennsylvania, was a beloved college lacrosse coach in Alabama.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnic talked about U.S. Steel and "golden share."
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is proposing giving taxpayers $250 to celebrate America's birthday.
Two men wounded in a shooting during then-presidential candidate Donald Trump's 2024 rally at the Butler Farm Show grounds are suing the United States.
A fractured majority of Republican justices sided with a sweeping challenge brought by local and county officials against Oak Run Solar.
The move by Republican Gov. Mike DeWine comes as tax breaks for energy-hungry AI data centers are increasingly playing a role in state budgets.
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is proposing giving taxpayers $250 to celebrate America's birthday.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
A James Beard Award-nominated bar is coming back to Pittsburgh.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
The price of electricity in Pennsylvania is going up next month.
Frank Nicotero got his start telling jokes right here in Pittsburgh before he went onto Hollywood to become a familiar face of TV, but now, he's back in his hometown!
Some of the most memorable getaways are the ones hiding in plain sight - places close enough for a spontaneous weekend, but packed with enough fun to feel like a true escape.We're taking a trip to Ohio with Mike Case of the Grand Resort is our tour guide!
Some of the most memorable getaways are the ones hiding in plain sight - places close enough for a spontaneous weekend, but packed with enough fun to feel like a true escape. Trumbull County, located just north of Youngstown, is one of those places!
Get ready to practice your bend and snap! Elle Woods and her dog Bruiser are about to steal the show at the Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center and our Daisy Jade is checking out the show before the curtain comes up! Legally Blonde The Musical is presented by Clearview Federal Credit Union, the Subscription Series Sponsor for Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center.
For generations, a Smiley Cookie at Eat 'n Park has been a birthday surprise, a reward, and most importantly, a tradtion. Chef John and Smiley join us in the PTL Kitchen to put our own spin on the classic cookie.
Many families with children attending schools in the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh said they are trying to figure out the logic behind their upcoming tuition bills.
Pittsburgh's fire boat has been on the water for nearly a decade, but it hasn't seen much action.
A lawsuit has been filed over the smell neighbors say is coming from the Sherwin-Williams plant in Rochester.
Naida Reed contacted KDKA Investigates after she said Pittsburgh Water failed to follow through on what crews allegedly promised.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
Allegheny County health officials said babies who have died from sudden unexpected infant death have more than doubled since 2000.
Lone star ticks have been found in Franklin and Erie counties in Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh, with its natural beauty and parks, can be a great place for people to put the phones down and enjoy life.
Doctors say it looks like it will be a bad season for tick-borne diseases.
Temperatures could reach into the 90s this week in Pittsburgh, and that impacts everything, including your sleep.
West Virginia beat the Trojans 7-5 in a meeting of teams making their first appearances in the College World Series.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
West Virginia will make its first appearance in the College World Series on Friday when it meets Troy in Omaha, Nebraska.
WVU is playing in its first-ever College World Series game this afternoon in Omaha, Nebraska.
Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani hit his 13th homer of the season before leaving the game due to left knee inflammation and Los Angeles beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-6.
Pittsburgh City Council has approved new legislation that would put new restrictions on vape shops.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
A James Beard Award-nominated bar is coming back to Pittsburgh.
A fractured majority of Republican justices sided with a sweeping challenge brought by local and county officials against Oak Run Solar.
The move by Republican Gov. Mike DeWine comes as tax breaks for energy-hungry AI data centers are increasingly playing a role in state budgets.
The Clarks are a band that Pittsburghers hear and think of home.
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra has extended the contract of music director Manfred Honeck through the 2032-2033 season.
The country group Little Big Town will perform at Citizens Live at the Wylie in October.
The second of two shows at Acrisure Stadium, originally scheduled for Saturday night, has been canceled, according to Wallen.
Ahead of a packed weekend here in Pittsburgh, many are taking to the three rivers ahead of a big country show.
Beginning today, for the first time ever, the iconic "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" will be available to watch on YouTube. Ross Guidotti reports.
The highly regarded McKeesport High School football program is facing a major shake-up stemming from a controversy behind the head coach, going back to when he got the role in 2016. The school directors fired his entire staff, KDKA has learned.
From serving fast balls to serving up fast food, Pirates players traded the dugout for Sheetz on Friday. KDKA's Erika Stanish reports.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
The Bantam Jeep was designed in Butler and credited with helping the Allies win World War II, often called "the vehicle that won the war." KDKA's Chris DeRose reports.
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.
