Majority of U.S. bridges lack impact protection. Will anything change?
There are 4,207 bridges in the U.S. that allow ships to pass under them. Of those, only 36% are described as having functional pier protection.
There are 4,207 bridges in the U.S. that allow ships to pass under them. Of those, only 36% are described as having functional pier protection.
A fast-tracked project in Pittsburgh had the Fern Hollow Bridge rebuilt and reopen in less than a year.
Maryland State Police Colonel Roland Butler said divers located two men around 10 a.m. in about 25 feet of water at the middle span of the bridge.
For some people, going over large bridges brings a sense of fear, but help is available.
Six people were missing and presumed dead after Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge crumbled when a large container ship hit a support column, authorities said.
Pittsburgh was in the spotlight two years ago Sunday after the dramatic Fern Hollow Bridge collapse. The fight for answers into why this happened and what exactly caused it continues.
According to a recent court filing, PennDOT has now disclosed hundreds of pages of documents related to the Fern Hollow Bridge.
The National Transportation Safety Board has issued a new report concerning the Fern Hollow Bridge collapse.
The National Transportation Safety Board has issued a new report concerning the Fern Hollow Bridge collapse.
The mayor ordered the report after the collapse of the Fern Hollow Bridge.
When the Fern Hollow Bridge reopens in just a couple of weeks, will it be fully open? John Shumway gets the details.
Just 10 months after its collapse, the Fern Hollow Bridge is just a couple weeks away from reopening. KDKA's John Shumway has more.
Officials have said it could reopen by the end of the year.
President Joe Biden visited Pittsburgh ahead of the 2022 midterm elections for a look at the rebuilding of the Fern Hollow Bridge and to tout his infrastructure plan and funding. Watch his full speech here.
PennDOT has released an inspection report completed on the Fern Hollow Bridge four months before its collapse.
Squirrel Hill residents become frustrated with construction surrounding the former Fern Hollow Bridge.
The trapped Port Authority bus was lifted from the Fern Hollow Bridge collapse site in Frick Park on Monday, Jan. 31, 2022. The bus was on the bridge when the structure gave way on Friday, injuring at least 10 people.
The trapped Port Authority bus was lifted from the Fern Hollow Bridge collapse site in Frick Park on Monday, Jan. 31, 2022. The bus was on the bridge when the structure gave way on Friday, injuring at least 10 people.
About 14,000 vehicles travel the Fern Hollow Bridge every day, not to mention the bicyclists and pedestrians.
Inspectors have listed the Fern Hollow Bridge in poor condition for more than a decade, although they said other local bridges are actually in worse condition.
Ten people suffered minor injuries when a bridge collapsed in Point Breeze early Friday morning.
President Joe Biden has landed in West Mifflin, and KDKA has confirmed he's coming straight to the site of the bridge collapse in Pittsburgh's Point Breeze neighborhood.
The man behind the wheel of the Port Authority bus that tumbled to the ground when a bridge collapsed wasn't even supposed to be working Friday.
The investigation into why and how a bridge collapsed in Pittsburgh's Point Breeze neighborhood on Friday morning is underway.
First responders worked as a team in Frick Park following the collapse of the Fern Hollow Bridge.
The shooting occurred on Friday night inside a Regal Cinemas theater in Ohio, according to police.
More than 50 independent pharmacies in Pennsylvania shut their doors in the last year.
Craddock was released on non-monetary bond and skipped court following an arrest for allegedly leading state police on a high-speed chase.
We often hear the terms 50-year and 100-year floods but what exactly do those terms mean?
Sean "Diddy" Combs is asking a judge to dismiss a lawsuit alleging that he and two other men raped a 17-year-old girl in a New York recording studio in 2003.
The shooting occurred on Friday night inside a Regal Cinemas theater in Ohio, according to police.
More than 50 independent pharmacies in Pennsylvania shut their doors in the last year.
Craddock was released on non-monetary bond and skipped court following an arrest for allegedly leading state police on a high-speed chase.
On Friday, May 10, Pittsburgh Today Live is celebrating 20 years on the air.
We often hear the terms 50-year and 100-year floods but what exactly do those terms mean?
A Pennsylvania senator is among those moving to ban selling water beads, the colorful, water-filled toy nationwide.
As KDKA-TV political editor Jon Delano reports, Sen. Bob Casey is facing his strongest Republican competitor since he challenged and defeated Sen. Rick Santorum nearly two decades ago.
The race between Sen. Bob Casey and Dave McCormick is expected to be one of the most hotly contested elections in the nation.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro will sign a bill that prohibits the use of cellphones while driving a car after it passed both chambers of the General Assembly in Harrisburg on Wednesday.
Stormy Daniels was called to the witness stand to testify at former President Donald Trump's trial in New York on Tuesday.
A Pennsylvania senator is among those moving to ban selling water beads, the colorful, water-filled toy nationwide.
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A popular drink will soon disappear from Panera's menu after some people say it harmed their health.
The Popeye's in Robinson has been ordered to shut down after an inspection found several violations.
Pittsburgh's first Shake Shack is opening this month.
Wrapping up our 20th anniversary show with David Highfield's favorite tag line!
We're catching up with the former hosts of Pittsburgh Today Live for our 20th Anniversary and that includes our friend and former colleague, retired KDKA personality Jon Burnett.
Let's get this Pittsburgh Today Live 20th Anniversary Special started!
Team PTL joined David and Heather on stage to share their favorite moments on the show.
Ayana Del Valle performed Billie Holliday's "The Very Thought of You" at our 20th anniversary celebration!
A popular drink will soon disappear from Panera's menu after some people say it harmed their health.
Three billion dollars will be spent to clean up the rivers and streams in southwestern Pennsylvania.
The PA Cyber head says the bill will result in massive layoffs and cripple their operations.
The founder and former CEO of PA Cyber was sentenced to prison six years ago for funneling millions of taxpayer dollars into dummy corporations and his pockets.
Vince Fannick was charged with 117 counts of insurance fraud, theft by deception and unlawful talking.
We introduced you to Elizabeth Loughren in December, as one of the junior co-hosts for last year's KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon for UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
Mother's Day may be joyful in many homes, but for even more, it can be a day of pain.
Dr. Christie Hilton at Allegheny General Hospital knows a lot about breast cancer and how it can impact women both at home and at work.
A Pennsylvania senator is among those moving to ban selling water beads, the colorful, water-filled toy nationwide.
Maker of insulin pump urges customers to update an app because of glitch that causes the devices to unexpectedly shut down.
The Steelers signed four undrafted rookies: a cornerback, running back, quarterback, and linebacker.
Cody Bellinger had four hits, including his seventh home run of the season, and the Chicago Cubs surged past the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-2.
Puustinen scored five goals and 15 assists for the Penguins in the 2023-24 season.
Skenes will be on the mound for tomorrow night's game against the Cubs at PNC Park.
Killebrew says he's usually a private person but feels okay being in the spotlight if it helps kids have fun.
Pittsburgh's first Shake Shack is opening this month.
The Lincoln Bakery in Bellevue has been sold to the owner of Prantl's Bakery.
A restaurant in Pittsburgh's Aspinwall neighborhood was hit with a consumer alert.
Rue21, a mall staple for teen apparel, is going out of business and closing all 540 of its stores.
Nippon Steel says it has postponed the expected closing of its takeover of U.S. Steel by three months.
Sean "Diddy" Combs is asking a judge to dismiss a lawsuit alleging that he and two other men raped a 17-year-old girl in a New York recording studio in 2003.
Ahead of the Pittsburgh Today Live 20th Anniversary Special, Team PTL, show contributors, and fans walked the PTL Ford Red Carpet at the Pittsburgh Playhouse.
Team PTL invaded Point Park University's Pittsburgh Playhouse for the taping of a very special 20th Anniversary Celebration. Here's a look behind the scenes and backstage.
On Friday, May 10, Pittsburgh Today Live is celebrating 20 years on the air.
A Pittsburgh Public Schools teacher lives a Clark Kent lifestyle.
The annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive is when letter carriers collect canned goods and other non-perishable items on their regular routes.
Watch as teams from South Park, Butler, and Quaker Valley high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from South Park, Butler, and Quaker Valley high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from South Park, Butler, and Quaker Valley high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from South Park, Butler, and Quaker Valley high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
The northern lights were visible in the Pittsburgh area on May 10, 2024.
To celebrate Pittsburgh Today Live's 20 years on the air, we invited fans to Point Park University's Pittsburgh Playhouse for a special show full of fun and surprises.
Ahead of the Pittsburgh Today Live 20th Anniversary Special, Team PTL, show contributors, and fans walked the PTL Ford Red Carpet at the Pittsburgh Playhouse.
Team PTL invaded Point Park University's Pittsburgh Playhouse for the taping of a very special 20th Anniversary Celebration. Here's a look behind the scenes and backstage.
Newborn babies at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital dressed up in floral outfits for their first Mother's Day.