Jeannette woman served in Six Triple Eight
The women in Six Triple Eight were from all over the country, including Pittsburgh.
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The women in Six Triple Eight were from all over the country, including Pittsburgh.
A program out of Coraopolis, the NAACP's Act-So program, gives young African-Americans the opportunity to share their academic and artistic talents on the national level. Carter Spruill started the NAACP's Coraopolis branch four years ago and is the chairman of the Act-So program. He joined us to talk more about the program.
Daisy learned how the legendary Tuskegee Airmen are inspiring the next generation of pilots.
This year, the Woodville plantation turns 250 years old. It's one of the local locations that held slaves in the Pittsburgh area.
Boaz looks back on the history of jazz in the city of Pittsburgh.
The director of the Heinz History Center's African American Program talks about preserving Black history not just in February but year long.
In this week's Cooking Corner, we're observing Black History Month.
Did you know that Pittsburgh was once home to one of the most successful African-American opera houses in the country? This very special landmark is getting a comeback story of its own.
Boaz is at the Carnegie Museum of Art, checking out the Charles “Teenie” Harris Archive as Talk Pittsburgh continues to mark Black History Month.
Mal Goode was the first black, network correspondent and Pittsburgh native is the subject of a brand new biography.
Bill Strickland grew up in a poor neighborhood of Pittsburgh and became a MacArthur Genius.
The work of black, female playwright Alice Childress is now on the stage at the Pittsburgh Public Theater.
In just a few weeks, students from the CAPA Dance Department will present their annual black dance concert, highlighting the richness and diversity of this art form. We were so happy to have Ericka G. Morton, Laniaya Green and Kendyl Simmons here to give us a preview of the show.
Pittsburgh's Tina Williams Brewer isn't just creating beautiful tapestries, she's telling a vibrant story. She joined PTL to show us some of her creations.
The University of Pittsburgh's School of Law has a new dean in Jerry Dickinson.
Today, we shined a spotlight on Darelle Porter, a local basketball legend, who's been changing lives in the community for decades here in Pittsburgh.
Sixty-four years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. came to Pittsburgh to speak in front of thousands of people.
For 135 years, St. Benedict the Moor Parish has been serving the African American community in Pittsburgh's Hill District.
Today on the show, we featured four local businesses, owned by black entrepreneurs. Get ready to score some deals!
On the sewing floor, fashion and football make a stylish combination.
The Citizen Science Lab is Pittsburgh's first Community Life Sciences Laboratory with hands on experiments for both children and adults. The lab just celebrated Black History Month with a special series.
All month long, KDKA-TV is highlighting Black History Month throughout our newscasts.
He's been referred to as theater's poet of Black America. He's best known for a series of 10 plays called the "Pittsburgh Cycle." One of them even inspired the movie "Fences." August Wilson grew up in the Hill District and Mikey got a chance to visit his childhood home now dedicated to his legacy.
Mikey Hood is exploring the home of a local legend. In the first part of a two-part series, Mikey got an exclusive tour of the August Wilson House's "Voices Come and Gone" exhibit.
All month long, KDKA-TV is highlighting Black History Month throughout our newscasts.
In just February alone, there have been four wrong-way crashes on highways around the Pittsburgh region.
Thomas Stanko testified in court on Tuesday, telling a jury of his peers that he did not kill his former girlfriend, Cassandra Gross.
Six former players on the women's basketball team at the University of Pittsburgh have sued coach Tory Verdi and the school over what they call toxic coaching methods.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and one of his neighbors have filed competing lawsuits over a property boundary and fence at their Montgomery County homes.
Police said three separate incidents, including shots fired, an armed robbery, and a vehicle theft, happened on Saturday morning.
In just February alone, there have been four wrong-way crashes on highways around the Pittsburgh region.
Thomas Stanko testified in court on Tuesday, telling a jury of his peers that he did not kill his former girlfriend, Cassandra Gross.
Six former players on the women's basketball team at the University of Pittsburgh have sued coach Tory Verdi and the school over what they call toxic coaching methods.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and one of his neighbors have filed competing lawsuits over a property boundary and fence at their Montgomery County homes.
Police said three separate incidents, including shots fired, an armed robbery, and a vehicle theft, happened on Saturday morning.
Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyer said she would be willing to cooperate with a House panel's probe if President Trump grants her clemency, and would testify that he is "innocent of any wrongdoing."
The official DHS statistics, which had not been previously reported, provide the most detailed look yet into who ICE has arrested during the Trump administration's crackdown.
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
The bipartisan "Bell-to-Bell" bill bars students from using their phones any time they're in school, not just during instructional periods.
It was only a few months ago that Pennsylvania passed the 2025 budget several months late, and now the process begins for this year.
A woman and her husband are fighting for a $400 refund after they bought furniture from a Value City Furniture store.
It's the end of an era for a grocery store in Carrick.
A Pennsylvania couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
We asked you to send in your unique or adorable love stories to the PTL mailbox, and you delivered!
Dr. Pascual Chen is here to help tackle the habits and headspace that can make Valentine's Day more meaningful, no matter how you are celebrating.
Antiques appraiser Dr. Lori is examining more of your family treasures and heirlooms.
We're learning how Anderson’s Candies has been making chocolates and memories for more than 100 years.
What if the classic tale of "Romeo and Juliet" came with a twist, with a side of rock music and zombies? A brand-new musical is blending George Romero's dreams of the undead with Shakespeare!
Residents of Millvale are trying to get back to normal after last weekend's major snowstorm.
Tracing the past of Shane Hennen and how his troubled life in Pittsburgh pointed to his future downfall.
People in Avella, Washington County, say they have no phone coverage.
Residents and leaders in Charleroi are concerned about the integrity of roads after a trench collapse last year and ongoing construction.
Patrick Vereb is accused of taking money from pet owners who believed their animals would receive dignified cremations.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
The advisory, issued on Saturday, affected thousands of customers in Allegheny and Washington counties.
Pennsylvania American Water said that a first round of testing came back negative and an update can be expected late Monday morning.
Doctors said the drugs can help people lose unwanted pounds while retaining muscle.
Southwestern Pennsylvania's cold and snowy winter is taking its toll on more than just our roadways and walkways.
Six former players on the women's basketball team at the University of Pittsburgh have sued coach Tory Verdi and the school over what they call toxic coaching methods.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Neal Shipley made the first hole-in-one in TGL history while making his league debut on Monday evening.
Veteran designated hitter and outfielder Marcell Ozuna is heading to Pittsburgh.
Google and Pepsi were among the best ads of the Big Game, while Coinbase and ai.com got failing grades, according to one ranking.
More than 140 employees at Nemacolin were informed they were being let go.
It's been about six years since the pandemic, and a lot of people working from home, but now companies are slowly calling them back to the office.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
The 31-year-old Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny took the stage on Sunday dressed in all white, donning a jersey with his last name, Ocasio, and the number 64.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Filming for the final season of "Mayor of Kingstown" is expected to take place between March and June.
A bombshell letter from the Crescent Township police chief has ignited fear and confusion, with residents worried their police department is being dismantled. KDKA-TV's Shelley Bortz shares the latest details.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman asked PennDOT what many may be wondering: Why has there been an increase in wrong-way crashes on Pittsburgh-area highways?
Thomas Stanko testified in court on Tuesday, telling a jury of his peers that he did not kill his former girlfriend, Cassandra Gross.
Talk Pittsburgh's Parent Panel discusses parenting questions that matter to you.
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.
