Dedication ceremony takes place for last Union soldier buried in Westmoreland County
John E. Wiegel was the last Union veteran from the Civil War to be laid to rest in Westmoreland County.
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John E. Wiegel was the last Union veteran from the Civil War to be laid to rest in Westmoreland County.
Researching her family history, Cheryl Wills found she was related to a former slave who served in the Civil War with the United States Colored Troops, which led her to a distant relative, a former plantation, and ultimately to Private Sandy Wills' remains.
President Biden's great-great-grandfather, Moses Robinette, was charged with attempted murder after a fight in 1864.
This weekend near Greensburg, folks got to journey back in time to experience what Westmoreland was like during the Civil War.
This year marks Westmoreland County’s 250th anniversary. This weekend near Greensburg, folks got to journey back in time to experience what Westmoreland was like during the Civil War.
"Alexander Hays is a hero. He is someone who should be remembered with monuments, with museum exhibits."
A local construction company recently uncovered a piece of Pittsburgh's history.
An excavator operator turning soil for a new condominium development in Lawrenceville found something pretty cool -- and potentially dangerous.
A man has been cited for disorderly conduct after police say he "freaked out" when he saw a Confederate flag displayed in a Pennsylvania hotel window as part of a Civil War-themed wedding.
Many of New England's most important historic sites and monuments can be found in and around Boston.
Today is June 19th, often referred to as "Juneteenth" or Emancipation Day.
Want to explore some of the most historic sites in U.S. history? Check out this list of the top civil war sites in Virginia from Carlo DeVito, author of "Mrs. Lee's Rose Garden."
A new display at a local museum features documents and items from the Civil War.
Plans to honor a slain police officer who was also a Civil War veteran went awry when signs renaming a southwestern Pennsylvania bridge got his name wrong.
While Napa Valley deserves to be mentioned on any short list of the country's top wine destinations, there are several other destinations nationwide that are worthy of merit.
Featuring many of America's oldest cities, superb food, refined beauty and world famous attractions, the South has something to offer for all walks of life.
A large crowd joins Andy Masich at Heinz History Center, in the final week of the exhibit, "Pennsylvania's Civil War." The History Center president says Pittsburgh was a prime target.
Police in Gettysburg are investigating a complaint concerning a ghost hunt that went bust after a police officer mistakenly thought it was a burglary in progress.
Dr. Tarpley explained how "the Civil War almost became the first World War", and Abe Lincoln's unlikely ally.
Despite the fact that no battles were fought in New York, its contribution to the Civil War effort was vast and far reaching.
The Blue and the Gray are meeting again at Gettysburg.
"There are all kinds of stories woven into Pennsylvania's Civil War," says Heinz History Center President Andy Masich, as he leads a tour of a new exhibit.
In losing a president, Lycoming College found a piece of its history.
Memorial Day was commemorated at Soldiers and Sailors hall in Oakland.
A new exhibit at the City County Building in Pittsburgh is celebrating Black History Month. It honors African Americans who served in the military during the Civil War.
Fish fries can be a quandary for people with heart and other medical issues.
Bob Palko led West Allegheny to eight WPIAL championships and one PIAA state title in 24 seasons at the school.
U.S. Steel is facing new fines levied by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Mike Wagner, a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers' famed "Steel Curtain" defense, has died, the team said. He was 76 years old.
Hempfield's superintendent said they would like to change this issue this summer by converting several of their fields from grass to synthetic turf.
Fish fries can be a quandary for people with heart and other medical issues.
Bob Palko led West Allegheny to eight WPIAL championships and one PIAA state title in 24 seasons at the school.
U.S. Steel is facing new fines levied by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2026 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
Mike Wagner, a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers' famed "Steel Curtain" defense, has died, the team said. He was 76 years old.
"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.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson marched alongside Martin Luther King Jr., ran for president in the 1980s and led the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition in Chicago for decades.
Last week, the Pentagon said it may block military members from using tuition aid at many top universities across the country, including Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh. Chris Hoffman reports.
After setting social media abuzz by saying aliens were real, former President Barack Obama said he didn't see evidence that aliens "have made contact with us."
President Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in December at Mar-a-Lago with Mr. Trump saying the U.S. would support strikes if no deal was made with Iran.
With the deep fryers warming up for the start of Lenten fish fries on Wednesday, you've likely noticed the price you're paying has gone up over the last few years.
When debt collection companies start calling, most people don't know what to do.
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.
The rush for roses is on with Valentine's Day this weekend, and making sure you're getting the best deal is crucial.
More than 30 states have already enacted similar legislation.
Amber Hollenbach and Kara Huffmyer from Happy Lark Home Organizing are here to tell us what’s actually worth buying and what should stay on the shelf.
PTL Diner Week 2026 starts on Feb. 23! And we plan to hit diners we have never been to before, all nominated by you!
While we're still thawing out from snow and cold temperatures, Boaz is taking a look through several catalogs to get inspiration for his summer garden!
Get ready to “Let It Go” onto the ice! Disney on Ice is gliding into PPG Paints Arena with Mickey, Friends, and an interactive trip through all your favorite Disney worlds.
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more.
It's no secret that many boroughs in the Mon Valley are riddled with abandoned and decaying homes.
The Beaver Valley could become the center of artificial intelligence infrastructure for the region.
The county has a new tool for tackling blighted homes across Allegheny County.
The Pennsylvania State Police's fire marshal unit in Greensburg is offering a reward for information that leads to an arrest in connection with a suspicious fire in August.
When debt collection companies start calling, most people don't know what to do.
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.
Bob Palko led West Allegheny to eight WPIAL championships and one PIAA state title in 24 seasons at the school.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Mike Wagner, a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers' famed "Steel Curtain" defense, has died, the team said. He was 76 years old.
Crosby was injured in the second period against Czechia and was ruled out for the remainder of the game.
Pitt is nationally ranked for the first time in program history.
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.
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.
"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.
Warner Bros. Discovery said that Paramount Skydance is considering enhancing its buyout offer for the entertainment company.
Robert Duvall was in such classics as "The Godfather," "To Kill a Mockingbird," "M*A*S*H," "The Great Santini" and "Tender Mercies."
More extras are needed for "Mayor of Kingstown" when the show films its fifth and final season in Pittsburgh.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
U.S. Steel is facing fines following the explosion in Clairton last August that killed two employees.
State Rep. Abigail Salisbury announced the Pennsylvania Office of the Budget will conduct a performance audit of the finances for the Woodland Hills School District.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Ash Wednesday kicked off fish fry season across western Pennsylvania. Barry Pintar is at Ascension Church in Ingram to show us how the longstanding tradition is heating up.
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.
