Jerry Springer, iconic TV show host, dead at 79
Springer's publicist confirmed his death to CBS News on Thursday.
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Springer's publicist confirmed his death to CBS News on Thursday.
Chicago previously hosted for Bill Clinton's nomination in 1996, and the tumultuous convention of 1968, when violence broke out in protests outside.
Yasmani Grandal, Luis Robert, and Oscar Colás had two hits and drove in two runs each to lead the Chicago White Sox past the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-5.
Punishing inflation is forcing many people to economize this holiday season, while some are skipping gifts altogether.
A 3-year-old boy, an 11-year-old girl, and a 13-year-old boy were among those shot.
Frank Pietrangelo is still haunted by what he said happened to him during unusual visualization drills run by University of Minnesota goalie coach Tom "Chico" Adrahtas.
A Pittsburgh woman will spend the next 12 years in prison for forcing members of her church to work certain jobs.
A Chicago woman who lost her wedding band nearly 50 years ago was reunited with the ring just in time for Valentine's Day.
Kamala Harris called a registered nurse in Chicago on Thursday to thank her for her work during the pandemic.
Former Steelers defensive back Artie Burns reportedly suffered a torn ACL.
A suspect wanted in connection to a deadly shooting in McKeesport last month has been arrested in Chicago.
An Illinois man man who spent years making crosses and bringing them to the sites of mass shootings and other disasters around the United States died Monday.
Severe winter weather has prompted Chicago-area airports to cancel over 400 flights, including departures from and arrivals to Pittsburgh.
A Chicago house party devolved into chaos when a dispute led to the shootings of 13 people -- possibly at random, police said.
Brittany Stineman was told her son wouldn't make it to see his second birthday. But little Nash turned 3, and they celebrated by throwing him a birthday parade.
An American Airlines flight was diverted to Pittsburgh International Airport Saturday morning.
The Kraft Heinz Company has already cut 200 jobs, but it's planning to cut 300 more as a part of a global restructuring program.
"Empire" actor Jussie Smollett is in custody to face charges of making a false police report when he said he was attacked in downtown Chicago late last month by two men who hurled racist and anti-gay slurs and looped a rope around his neck, police said.
He played there as a promising youngster, now Tiger Woods is set to design a public golf course that will benefit the whole of Chicago.
A blizzard in the Midwest is making for hectic trips home as the Thanksgiving holiday weekend wraps up.
Several Pittsburgh flights are among the hundreds being canceled across the country due to blizzard-like conditions in the central Midwest.
Three students were shot minutes after leaving class in Chicago's Burnside neighborhood Monday.
A fire tore through a 2nd-story Chicago home overnight, killing six children, two adults and a dog, the city's fire commissioner said.
When a former student reached out to ask for help getting to a job fair, a teacher canceled her plans so she could watch the young woman's baby.
The fire broke out around 10:30 p.m. at an apartment building along Grant Avenue.
Drew Allar has recovered from ankle surgery and is expected to throw at the NFL's scouting combine this week.
Public outcry prompted a Fayette County community to back off plans to switch one full-time police officer to a part-time role.
Democrat Jen Mazzocco defeated Republican Joseph Leckenby for Pennsylvania's 42nd House District seat, the AP projects.
Two men from Pennsylvania are facing charges after an illegal car rally in Prince George's County, Maryland, authorities said.
The fire broke out around 10:30 p.m. at an apartment building along Grant Avenue.
Drew Allar has recovered from ankle surgery and is expected to throw at the NFL's scouting combine this week.
Public outcry prompted a Fayette County community to back off plans to switch one full-time police officer to a part-time role.
Democrat Jen Mazzocco defeated Republican Joseph Leckenby for Pennsylvania's 42nd House District seat, the AP projects.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2026 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
Democrat Jen Mazzocco defeated Republican Joseph Leckenby for Pennsylvania's 42nd House District seat, the AP projects.
President Trump defended his first year back in office in his 2026 State of the Union address, touting his record on immigration, the economy, tariffs and more.
FedEx sued the Trump administration over its tariffs on Monday, asking for a "full refund" of all payments it made to the government under a set of tariff policies that were ruled illegal by the Supreme Court.
A federal judge on Monday permanently blocked the Justice Department from releasing former special counsel Jack Smith's report on the classified documents investigation.
An armed man was shot and killed early Sunday morning after "unauthorized entry" into the secure perimeter at President Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate, the U.S. Secret Service said.
Former patients of Dr. Carl Medgaus are running out of time to try to recover money for unfinished dental work.
The budget airline Breeze is launching a new nonstop route from Pittsburgh to Myrtle Beach this summer.
Primanti Bros. is opening its doors early on Sunday as Team USA faces Team Canada in the gold medal game in men's hockey.
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission approved a rate settlement for Pittsburgh Water - here's what it means for your bills.
You may have noticed that gas prices in the Pittsburgh area aren't low, but there's a reason why, and there are ways to save.
Heather and David play a Diner Week-themed game!
Sam Nwagbo, a Pittsburgh-area McDonald's owner and operator, talks with Mikey Hood about his dreams, his journey with the brand, the barriers he overcame, and the lessons he's learned building success.
Daisy and Ron take a trip to J & J's Family Restaurant in Allegheny County as PTL Diner Week rolls on!
We’re learning what’s trending in weddings with Cassie Horrell, the wedding pro!
Boaz was live at Shady Elms Kitchen in Hickory, Washington County, which is our fifth diner of the week!
Former patients of Dr. Carl Medgaus are running out of time to try to recover money for unfinished dental work.
The Woodland Hills school board has been a lightning rod of controversy since putting Superintendent Joe Maluchnik on administrative leave three months ago.
Almost suddenly, Allegheny County has seen a dramatic drop in the number of people dying.
News organizations in the Pittsburgh area are coming together to help each other survive.
It's no secret that many boroughs in the Mon Valley are riddled with abandoned and decaying homes.
Fish fries can be a quandary for people with heart and other medical issues.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
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.
Drew Allar has recovered from ankle surgery and is expected to throw at the NFL's scouting combine this week.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Penguins have traded defenseman Brett Kulak to the Colorado Avalanche for defenseman Samuel Girard and a second-round pick in the 2028 draft.
The school board voted 7-2 to move forward with the plan for synthetic turf fields.
Fans across the country and in western Pennsylvania erupted as the Americans defeated Canada 2-1 in overtime.
The budget airline Breeze is launching a new nonstop route from Pittsburgh to Myrtle Beach this summer.
The lawsuit accuses Nippon of prioritizing revenue over worker safety.
West Virginia took a major step in the fight against child pornography Thursday, after the state filed a first lawsuit of its kind against Apple.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
More than 140 employees at Nemacolin were informed they were being let go.
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert criticized CBS on Monday night, saying the network blocked his interview with U.S. Senate hopeful James Talarico from airing.
Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band will return to Pittsburgh this spring.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss today's sports topics.
Public outcry is prompting a Fayette County community to back off plans to switch one full-time police officer to a part-time role.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Here's are some guests with Pennsylvania ties for Trump’s State of the Union address on Tuesday.
We’re talking about dating apps and more with parenting columnist Meg St-Esprit.
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.
