Best Things To Do Labor Day Weekend In Pittsburgh
Even though Labor Day may be a last gasp of summer, it doesn't mean there aren't enough activities to celebrate and honor the contributions made by hard-working people.
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Even though Labor Day may be a last gasp of summer, it doesn't mean there aren't enough activities to celebrate and honor the contributions made by hard-working people.
Plan something different for your next family vacation. Make plans to rent an RV, pack up the kids and hit the road to some of the most amazing national and state parks in the country.
You'll feel the rush on one of these adventure-packed extreme dates.
Beat the heat and the doldrums with water fun in your own backyard.
Cool off with the perfect chilled soup. The classic gazpacho recipe is cold, refreshing and a wonderful way to enjoy all the fresh fruits and vegetables of the season.
You've saved your vacation days for what feels like an eternity, but you aren't ready to cash in the full shabang. Consider a long weekend in one of these great, close-to-home retreats instead.
Wine and friends are two undeniable pleasures of a good book club, but a book that inspires passion and debate is the true heart of the occasion.
Pack up the family and head out to one of the top amusement parks in the country. Each park offers something unique for visitors, but all offer families great entertainment, thrilling attractions and unique dining venues.
If what you're eating is on a stick, fried, overwhelmingly luscious and totally verboten, you're either in heaven or at the local state fair. Here's how to recreate some of your favorites at home, roll up your sleeves and start with these devilishly decadent crowd pleasers.
Plan a family getaway to the best water parks in the country. Here are 6 to check out.
We know you promise to protect your skin next time, but for now, these simple home remedies will help provide soothing relief.
Read on for budget travel tips for entertainment, travel, dining and lodging on the Jersey shore at Atlantic City
Refer to this visitor's guide to Yellowstone National Park - the world's first national park featuring more geysers than any other location in the world.
Pittsburgh bartender and chef Marissa Klein shares some fruit-filled vodka cocktail recipes to quench adults' thirst this summer.
College is a monumental time in a young person's life, our sister company Simon & Schuster has a book that will them thinking about their impact on the world, their future success, and the enriching value of what they're learning behind university gates.
Every couple should make plans at least once in their relationship to experience the romance of the Poconos. This area offers couples plenty of things to do, both in their room and out of it.
Worried that sending your kid off to college means their diets will consist of boxed meals or ramen? Is your son or daughter moving into their first off-campus apartment and far away from dining halls? Our sister company, Simon & Schuster serves up some college-appropriate cookbooks designed to make cooking easy and even fun for your kids after they've fled the nest.
Tina Haubert, author of The Part Time Vegetarian Smoothies and Juices, shares her recipe for a summer smoothie that is both healthy and delicious.
Senior year in high school is a time of choices, changes, and transitions. It's also a time of hard work, where students aren't just focusing on the schoolwork at hand, but also getting ready for college.
With creative planning and the right containers, packing a quick and healthy lunch can be as easy as ABC and 123!
Help your kids make the most of their time when they head back to school with these 5 study tips.
Seasoned instructors share the essentials for your child's transition back to the classroom.
School is back in session, so take some time to go over these important safety tips with your children. This is just the beginning of the conversation, but it's a great place to get started.
Almost every teenager has a smartphone or tablet these days. Use that technology the right way and download any of these great educational apps to help your high school student prepare for any subject or exam.
Make this a summer to remember for the whole family with these five ways to bring everyone together while enjoying the warmer weather.
Matt Vogt set a new scoring record and won the Indiana State Amateur to earn a spot in the U.S. Amateur later this summer.
Pittsburgh's Fourth of July celebration, which was recently voted the best in the country by USA Today readers, will span Downtown and the North Shore.
Ryan Kingerski took his own life last year after his family said he suffered debilitating side effects from LASIK eye surgery.
No. 18 at South Hills Country Club is one of the tougher finishing golf holes in all of western Pennsylvania.
Thursday is expected to be the hottest day of the week with temperatures expected to reach 95 degrees.
Thursday is expected to be the hottest day of the week with temperatures expected to reach 95 degrees.
The Kroger Company announced the acquisition of Giant Eagle on Wednesday morning.
A Pennsylvania State Police trooper was hit and killed by a tractor-trailer on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County on Wednesday morning, authorities said.
Ryan Kingerski took his own life last year after his family said he suffered debilitating side effects from LASIK eye surgery.
Matt Vogt set a new scoring record and won the Indiana State Amateur to earn a spot in the U.S. Amateur later this summer.
Rep. Eric Davanzo later said he "will never apologize for putting patriotism before politics."
Some lawmakers say the Pennsylvania State Senate is stalling on a bill to increase the state's minimum wage.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to a Mississippi law.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
Imagine finding out the home you own is no longer yours, even though you weren't behind on your mortgage or selling it.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
Schwebel's, which sells bread at grocery stores across western Pennsylvania, is closing after 120 years.
We've been keeping a close watch on Pittsburgh's Jeff Koontz while he pedaled from coast-to-coast. Now he joins us live, after completing 3,000 miles in just 12 days. Jeff rode in support of the KDKA Turkey Fund...and you can still donate now at kdkaturkeyfund.com.
Heather brings her TALK Pittsburgh segment "Home Sweet Heather" to PTL to show off her newest viral recipe recreation.
Boaz is taking our America 250 celebration to new heights as he shows us a new feature to the fireworks viewing experience.
As our countdown to America's 250th continues, we're taking a sneak peek at how Latrobe is preparing for their big 4th of July celebration.
AI Love Island? It's a thing and Heather Abraham and Ron Smiley talk about it!
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis that leaders are unsure how to address.
Rising Tide Partners began acquiring depressed properties five years ago with the promise of transforming struggling neighborhoods.
A Westmoreland County woman is demanding answers after she said a broken pipe flooded her apartment in Rostraver Township.
The school board in McKeesport has called a special meeting on Wednesday to decide the future of its football coaching staff.
Delta-8 is unregulated and untested, and more and more users are paying the price.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
Representatives from UPMC and Allegheny County Public Safety held a demonstration to encourage firework safety in Pittsburgh.
When you hear you're diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. It can leave questions, anger and a feeling of seclusion.
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.
Matt Vogt set a new scoring record and won the Indiana State Amateur to earn a spot in the U.S. Amateur later this summer.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
No. 18 at South Hills Country Club is one of the tougher finishing golf holes in all of western Pennsylvania.
Trea Turner hit a three-run home run during a five-run second inning, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat struggling Pittsburgh ace Paul Skenes and the Pirates 10-6.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
The Kroger Company announced the acquisition of Giant Eagle on Wednesday morning.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
A federal judge has extended his block on enforcement of an Ohio law that would require children under 16 to get parental consent to use social media apps while a legal challenge proceeds.
Pittsburgh's Fourth of July celebration, which was recently voted the best in the country by USA Today readers, will span Downtown and the North Shore.
Anthrocon 2026, dubbed "Critters, Cryptids and Curses," will return to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
Road closures will be in place ahead of the America250PA concert at Point State Park on Saturday, June 27.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Pittsburgh's South Side Street Fest is officially underway, aiming to create a safer and welcoming South Side.
The Parkway East is going to be closed for 25 days for the replacement of the Commercial Street Bridge and PennDOT has provided a suggested detour routes.
More than 3 million passengers are expected to pass through TSA checkpoints nationwide on Thursday.
Thursday is expected to be the hottest day of the week with "feels-like" temperatures forecasted to climb over 100 degrees.
KDKA-TV's Cassidy Wood discusses the sports topics of the day.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
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.
