Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh to hold special mass in memory of former Pope Benedict XVI
The former pope died on Saturday at age 95.
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The former pope died on Saturday at age 95.
Three new parishes will be created.
The medical examiner determined the death of Paul Spisak was an accident.
While tonight might have been the final chapter or just a page turn, parishioners were emotional on what could have been the last mass at Immaculate Conception Church in Bloomfield. KDKA's Shelley Bortz has more.
A Catholic priest's attorney says he intends to plead guilty to federal child sex charges.
Archbishop Wilton Gregory is now the first African-American to hold the position of cardinal.
In a shift from Vatican stance, Pope Francis is now calling for a civil union law to protect same-sex couples.
Parishioners at Prince of Peace and St. Mary of the Mount Parish held their annual Cholera Day Mass.
In less than two weeks, public Mass will resume at 78 churches in the Catholic Diocese of Greensburg.
The Pittsburgh Catholic Diocese plans to reopen churches for Mass on June 1.
Leaders in the Pittsburgh and Greensburg Catholic Dioceses say they are planning to reopen some churches in the area now that much of Southwestern Pennsylvania is moving to the state's "Yellow" phase.
Cases have been filed for three men who accuse Pittsburgh-area Catholic priests for sexually abusing them.
When Pa. overhauled its child sexual abuse laws, absent from the bill-signing were some who had worked hardest to see the changes pass.
A letter mailed out to parishioners in a Catholic church is raising some eyebrows.
Michael Smith says he was 11 or 12 and a ward of the state when he was staying at Holy Family Institute.
One year ago, with victims of child abuse by priests standing behind him, Attorney General Josh Shapiro revealed a grand jury report that stunned the nation.
Victims of child sex abuse by Catholic priests may finally have their day in court.
U.S. Catholic bishops have convened a high-stakes national meeting under pressure to defuse the ever-widening clergy sex-abuse crisis that has weakened the church.
Pope Francis is making a change to the Lord's Prayer.
Bishop Thomas Tobin, a Pittsburgh native, is facing backlash on Twitter after he tells Catholics that they should not support or attend LGBTQ Pride Month events.
A Roman Catholic diocese in Pennsylvania has agreed to pay $2 million to a man who was sexually abused as a child by a priest who made him say confession after the assaults.
A group of parishioners is demanding reforms in the Catholic Church.
A Roman Catholic priest who pleaded guilty to sexually abusing two boys and making one of them say confession after the assaults has been sentenced to 2.5-14 years in prison.
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown says the clergy abuse scandal has cost it $21.5 million since 1999.
As U.S. Catholic bishops gather for their national assembly, the clergy sex abuse crisis dominates their agenda amid calls from critics that church leaders finally bring about meaningful reforms to root out misbehaving priests.
For the 56th year, the March of Dimes' March for Babies returned to Pittsburgh, this time at Highmark Stadium.
Crews were called to a massive fire in Glassport, Allegheny County, on Sunday afternoon.
Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland won the 2026 Masters Tournament at Georgia's Augusta National, claiming his second straight green jacket.
Chicago had been 0 for 7 with runners in scoring position before Busch's single after going 1 of 23 in the previous two losses to Pittsburgh.
Logan Thompson stopped 24 shots, and the Capitals kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a 3-0 win over the Penguins.
For the 56th year, the March of Dimes' March for Babies returned to Pittsburgh, this time at Highmark Stadium.
Crews were called to a massive fire in Glassport, Allegheny County, on Sunday afternoon.
Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland won the 2026 Masters Tournament at Georgia's Augusta National, claiming his second straight green jacket.
Chicago had been 0 for 7 with runners in scoring position before Busch's single after going 1 of 23 in the previous two losses to Pittsburgh.
Logan Thompson stopped 24 shots, and the Capitals kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a 3-0 win over the Penguins.
President Trump said the U.S. Navy will begin blockading ships from entering or exiting the Strait of Hormuz and intercept vessels that have paid tolls to Iran.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy pointed out that gamers "have many of the hard skills it takes to be a successful controller."
First lady Melania Trump delivered a televised statement denying a relationship with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Pittsburgh-area lawmakers are responding to President Trump's warning that "a whole civilization will die" if Iran doesn't make a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by his 8 p.m. Eastern deadline. KDKA's Chris Hoffman reports.
Those who gathered on Tuesday said the push for drop boxes will continue.
Six new cities are being added to the Michelin Guide in 2027, and among those cities is right here in Pittsburgh.
Sheetz is expanding further into the Midwest, with plans to open 100 stores in Indiana over the next decade.
The Pirates' home schedule starts on Friday, so how can fans save money on tickets, food, and other deals at PNC Park?
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.
You know the old saying - April showers bring May flower, but those showers can do a number on your home's gutters. Patrick the Handyman is back on PTL to let you know how you can keep them flowing!
If you're looking to get your feet moving the weekend of the NFL draft in Pittsburgh, Team PTL's Daisy Jade is giving you all the details about the PICKSBurgh Draft Day 5K!
Heather and David are joined by Danielle Doebereiner from Nosh and Curd to talk about the pairing of Girl Scout Cookies and cheese!
It's being called the most Pittsburgh celebration of the year, with food, clothes, live music, art, and so much more! This weekend, Bakery Square will play host to 412 Day!
You know him as Champ Kind from the classic movie Anchorman, and this weekend, David Koechner will be at the Pittsburgh Improv!
Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski refused to drop an attempted homicide charge against Jasper Hilliard.
Just weeks before the NFL draft, the Downtown Neighbors Alliance has cut ties with its executive director and may be folding up its tent.
Data obtained by KDKA Investigates shows the dramatic increase in arrests by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the Pittsburgh area.
A new homeless encampment has popped up on Pittsburgh's North Side.
A Sewickley Hills man said he's left without a usable driveway because PennDOT cannot get it right.
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.
Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland won the 2026 Masters Tournament at Georgia's Augusta National, claiming his second straight green jacket.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Chicago had been 0 for 7 with runners in scoring position before Busch's single after going 1 of 23 in the previous two losses to Pittsburgh.
Logan Thompson stopped 24 shots, and the Capitals kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a 3-0 win over the Penguins.
Garner won the 1979 World Series with the Pirates and made two All-Star Teams with the club.
West Virginia resident Rebecca Michalski struggles with soaring electricity bills that exceed her income.
Dave Chappelle has helped secure the future of a small-town radio station by funding the renovation of a historic building in Yellow Springs.
Hundreds gathered Wednesday morning at the Live! Casino in Hempfield Township to open Mangia, a new market and eatery featuring authentic Italian cuisine from local favorite DeLallo.
Sheetz is expanding further into the Midwest, with plans to open 100 stores in Indiana over the next decade.
The event kicks off on April 22 with the reopening of the renovated Market Square.
The Pitt star Noah Wyle is the newest name on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Pittsburgh-based show is a big reason why.
Dave Chappelle has helped secure the future of a small-town radio station by funding the renovation of a historic building in Yellow Springs.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
The Steelers will offer fans multiple ways to engage with the team during the NFL draft.
The event kicks off on April 22 with the reopening of the renovated Market Square.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
For the 56th consecutive year, the March of Dimes' March for Babies returned to Pittsburgh, this time at Highmark Stadium. KDKA-TV's Jessica Riley reports.
Multiple firefighters were taken to the hospital after battling a large fire in Glassport on Sunday. KDKA-TV’s Ricky Sayer shares more.
A house fire in Glassport, Allegheny County, sent smoke into the air that could be seen for miles. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer shares the latest details.
KDKA-TV Sports' Cassidy Wood and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Brian Batko talk about the sports topics of the day.
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.
